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The series finale of Stranger Things hit Netflix on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. A behind-the-scenes documentary, One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things, also dropped on Jan. 12. The ...

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Most of the health advice summarized in Google’s AI Overviews relies on non-medical sources, a new analysis shows. This follows fresh concerns about users receiving misleading or unsafe guidance on ...

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Writing an essay in English doesn’t have to be stressful - especially with the right tools. In this lesson, Claire shows you how to use ChatGPT to plan, organize, and refine your essays while still ...

Journaling for just a few minutes every day can help turn it into a stress-relieving, sustainable habit. It may help to write at the same time each day or use prompts for fresh ideas. One of your best ...

ChatGPT Go adds more access for $8 a month, without upgrading to Plus. Plus stays best for priority access and higher limits across top features. Pro is for power users who need the highest caps and ...