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Anthropic co-founder Dario Amodei positions his company as committed to building AI safely, despite public skepticism highlighted by surveys from Gallup and Pew regarding AI's risks. The article suggests that negative public perception of AI may stem not from safety warnings but from the industry failing to deliver promised positive benefits. Furthermore, it cautions Amodei against associating with "safety," drawing a parallel to how the airline industry successfully removed safety messaging from its marketing.

New data indicates that about 36% of teens held a paying job this summer, according to Pew. This figure is stated in the title as being for 2026 and represents a significant decrease from over 50%, with data going back to 2000.

A study by British researchers found that increased screen time for toddlers correlates with reduced parent-child interaction and developmental issues, advising no intentional screen time for under-2s. The article highlights that wealthier, highly educated parents are more likely to limit screen time and follow other parenting advice, contributing to better child outcomes due to resources and environment.

NASA astronaut Chris Williams returned to Earth after spending eight months on the International Space Station, completing 3,856 orbits and inspiring the American spirit of adventure. His journey, part of Artemis II preparations for lunar missions, contrasts with a Pew survey indicating 59% of Americans believe the country's best days are behind it.

The article discusses how work has historically defined American identity for 250 years through productivity, self-reliance, and moral obligations rooted in the Puritan work ethic and Jefferson’s yeoman farmer ideal. It questions the societal implications of AI disrupting work as the primary source of identity, dignity, and belonging, raising concerns about redefining purpose in a post-work era.

Nobel laureate economist Robert Shiller warns that fears of AI causing mass job losses could become a self-fulfilling prophecy by driving negative economic behavior. Surveys show low public confidence in AI's societal benefits, with 40% of Americans expecting negative impacts. Shiller cites historical examples of economic crises fueled by fear and highlights current AI industry leaders' alarmist projections as amplifying public anxiety.

A Pew survey reveals significant differences in public opinion regarding a potential US attack on Iran, with 75% of Israelis supporting the decision, 80% of Palestinians opposing it, and 59% of Americans also opposing it.

Pennsylvania's homebuilding industry faces challenges due to complex zoning and permitting processes across over 2,600 municipalities, increasing costs and delays. A study highlights these regulations as contributing to rising housing prices and limited new construction, with bipartisan recognition of the housing shortage as an economic growth barrier.

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, was booed at a University of Arizona commencement address when discussing artificial intelligence and its impact on society. The incident reflects Americans' concerns about AI, as shown in Pew research. Schmidt spoke to approximately 10,000 graduating students.

Most Americans do not trust AI or the people in charge of it, according to Pew and Gallup data. The lack of trust is a significant concern for the development and implementation of AI technologies. Americans are skeptical about the benefits and risks of AI.

Virginia is advancing a proposal to allow single stairwells in four-story multi-unit buildings to address housing shortages. The proposal, led by Sen. Schuyler VanValkenburg, aims to increase housing density on smaller lots, supported by builders but opposed by firefighters over safety concerns. Studies from cities like New York and Seattle suggest such buildings can be safe with specific fire safety measures.