Latest articles by Theara Coleman, The Week US
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2023: the year of the AI boom
the explainer This year, generative artificial intelligence bypassed the metaverse and became the next big thing in tech
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TikTok predicts 'creative bravery' trends for 2024
talking point Will it be a banner year for the platform, or will it isolate its biggest audience?
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2023: the year of the weight-loss drug craze
the explainer From celebs to social media, Ozempic was everywhere this year
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Detroit debuts America's first wireless charging road for electric vehicles
under the radar The Motor City is trying to stay at the forefront of automotive innovation
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2023: the year of nostalgia
the explainer There was something familiar in the air this year
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2023: the year of the loneliness epidemic
the explainer Loneliness isn't a new problem. But fighting it became a global health priority in 2023.
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All in the family: honoring Norman Lear, the godfather of the American sitcom
the explainer Lear revolutionized television and brought us memorable characters like Archie Bunker and George Jefferson
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5 podcasts you may have missed this fall
The Week Recommends These shows are worth a binge before you start anticipating next year's podcast crop
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4 tips for protecting your skin during winter
The explainer The temperature drop could make anyone susceptible to dryer skin. Time to switch up your skin care routine.
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Remembering former US Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court
the explainer O'Connor played a pivotal role on the bench and was regarded as the one of the powerful women of her era
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Gen Alpha kids are more informed about the news than you might think, The Week Junior survey finds
The Explainer America's youngest generation knows what is going on in the world, and they have something to say
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5 enchanting books to read this December
The Week Recommends These books are some of the most anticipated releases for the end of the year
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Elon Musk's 'frivolous' but precedent-setting free speech fight with Media Matters
Talking Point The lawsuit is just the latest in Musk's ongoing tension with social media watchdogs
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How polysubstance abuse is worsening the American opioid crisis
The Explainer Studies are showing that more Americans are struggling with dependency on multiple substances.
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How OpenAI went from an altruistic nonprofit to typical Big Tech startup
talking point Internal tensions over the company prioritizing money over safety might be symptoms of a bigger issue
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From 'thunks' to mixed reality, the future of books is interactive
The Explainer What is in store for literature in an increasingly digital world?
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Amazon vs. the FTC: behind the monumental antitrust showdown
Under the Radar The Federal Trade Commission is taking on the e-commerce giant for allegedly building a monopoly in the online market
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TikTok replaces Facebook as political enemy No. 1
Talking Point Lawmakers are renewing calls to get rid of the platform, accusing it of spreading propaganda
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A drug called Captagon may have helped fuel Hamas' attack on Israel
The Explainer Officials are claiming the drug is the reason for the brutality of the attack
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Psychiatrists turn to Ozempic to combat weight gain caused by psychotropic meds
Under the Radar The injectable weight loss drug could be a boon for those who take some antipsychotics or antidepressants.
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5 tips for dealing with grief during the holiday season
The Explainer Finding your holiday cheer might be more complicated when you're grieving. But it's not impossible.
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The CDC has a new plan to address the health care worker burnout crisis
The Explainer The program puts the pressure on health care leaders to lift some of the burdens of their employees
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5 comforting books about loneliness and solitude
The Week Recommends Whether you look at it as solitude or isolation, being alone can stir a lot of feelings. These books capture that.
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Anger may be a powerful motivator for tough goals, new study suggests
Speed Read Keeping your cool might actually be less efficient than letting your anger drive you
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