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Andrej Karpathy says he's using his Jensen Huang hand-signed Nvidia chip system to power his Clawbot 'Dobby'
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Andrej Karpathy says he's using his Jensen Huang hand-signed Nvidia chip system to power his Clawbot 'Dobby'

OpenAI cofounder Andrej Karpathy said he will use the AI supercomputer to power his OpenClaw bot, "Dobby the House Elf claw, among other tinkering."

Brent D. Griffiths · 19 Mar, 2026
What smart people are saying about oil's latest spike to nearly $120 a barrel
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What smart people are saying about oil's latest spike to nearly $120 a barrel

After Brent crude surged 11% to levels last seen in 2022, energy gurus warned of more volatility, shipping chaos, pricier food, and economic pain.

Theron Mohamed · 19 Mar, 2026
Ranked: The 20 US states where gas prices are rising the most
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Ranked: The 20 US states where gas prices are rising the most

Gas prices are surging across the US as the Iran war disrupts oil supply. See the 20 states where prices are rising fastest.

Kristine Villarroel,James LaForge · 19 Mar, 2026
Costco's CEO chows down on a $1.50 hot dog combo in the latest riff on the McDonald's burger meme
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Costco's CEO chows down on a $1.50 hot dog combo in the latest riff on the McDonald's burger meme

After McDonald's CEO's burger bite was roasted online, food CEOs are lining up to show off their big noms.

Dominick Reuter · 19 Mar, 2026
I help high schoolers get into Ivy League colleges. My advice to parents is that your teens are taking too many AP classes.
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I help high schoolers get into Ivy League colleges. My advice to parents is that your teens are taking too many AP classes.

In the past, the best students got accepted into Ivy Leagues, but that's no longer the reality. Instead, your teens should take fewer AP classes.

Steve Gardner · 19 Mar, 2026
After visiting Florida for decades, I'd choose this gorgeous, uncrowded beach town over Miami any day
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After visiting Florida for decades, I'd choose this gorgeous, uncrowded beach town over Miami any day

I grew up visiting family in Fort Pierce, Florida, and I think of this beach city as a hidden gem. The beaches are relatively uncrowded and beautiful.

Michelle Polizzi · 19 Mar, 2026
I visited Swig, the customizable 'dirty soda' chain sweeping the US. I wouldn't go back, but I get why it's so popular.
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I visited Swig, the customizable 'dirty soda' chain sweeping the US. I wouldn't go back, but I get why it's so popular.

Swig's dirty sodas are everywhere online. I visited the fast-growing US chain and reviewed it to see if the sugary, customizable drinks are worth it.

Savannah Born · 19 Mar, 2026
A-10 Warthogs are 'in the fight' against Iran and hunting down its fast-attack boats, top US general says
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A-10 Warthogs are 'in the fight' against Iran and hunting down its fast-attack boats, top US general says

Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II close-air support aircraft, also called Warthogs, are hunting Iranian small vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Chris Panella · 19 Mar, 2026
My 82-year-old mom has dementia. Over the last few years I've learned to be her voice.
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My 82-year-old mom has dementia. Over the last few years I've learned to be her voice.

CherlyAnn Haley cares her for her 82-year-mom with dementia who lives in an assisted living facility. She said she serves as a "dementia translator."

Jane Ridley · 19 Mar, 2026
I took a career break to spend a summer with my kids. It changed how I think about work
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I took a career break to spend a summer with my kids. It changed how I think about work

I walked away from a 17-year career to spend a real, unhurried summer with my kids — and it turned out to be the best decision I've ever made.

Katie Schlott · 19 Mar, 2026
I took my 81-year-old grandma on an international trip. It was great, but I wish I'd known more about traveling with an older relative.
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I took my 81-year-old grandma on an international trip. It was great, but I wish I'd known more about traveling with an older relative.

I traveled from the US to Canada with my 81-year-old grandma. I wish I'd planned the trip to better accommodate her needs and include more downtime.

Emily Schlorf · 19 Mar, 2026
This week's TSA chaos will look like 'child's play' if the shutdown isn't solved soon, Transportation Secretary says
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This week's TSA chaos will look like 'child's play' if the shutdown isn't solved soon, Transportation Secretary says

With TSA agents set to miss another paycheck next week, Sean Duffy told CNBC the current chaos could get even worse.

Pete Syme · 19 Mar, 2026