When the Word Is Not Just Flesh: Reporting on A.I. in Religion
A technology reporter came across a Facebook group called “A.I. for Church Leaders and Pastors,” and his interest was piqued.
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Strong Words Support Thought Top Flames Defenseman Is Staying With Flames
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A Nvidia AI Supercomputer Could Be Yours for Just $3,000
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Just Reminded the World Who’s King of AI
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More breast cancer cases found when AI used in screenings, study finds
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Texas warning of "maneater" screwworms that lay eggs in flesh
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Rawdogging, brat and looksmaxxing: Guardian’s breakthrough words of 2024
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