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As recent graduates proudly showcase their use of ChatGPT for final projects, some may wonder: What kind of person turns to AI to cheat on college assignments? A new study may shed some light. The paper, published in the journal BMC Psychology by Jinyi Song of South Korea’s Chodang University and Shuyan Liu of Baekseok University, surveyed 504 college-level Chinese art students. Researchers assessed traits like narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism, all of which are collectively known as the Dark Triad. They found that students who scored highly on these traits were significantly more likely to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney to complete their assignments. Why? According to PsyPost, narcissists may cheat to bolster their self-image or gain recognition, while those high in Machiavellianism may view AI as a way to gain an edge over their peers. Psychopathy, meanwhile, is associated with impulsivity and a lack of remorse. The study also found that students with higher dark trait scores were more likely to pass off AI-generated work as their own. These same students were more anxious about academic performance and more prone to procrastinationfactors that made them more likely to rely on AI to finish their assignments. Researchers also examined materialism. Students who scored higher in materialistic values, or who were driven by external rewards and praise, were similarly more likely to misuse AI. While those surveyed face a perfect storm of competition, pressure to produce original creative work, and the increasing presence of generative AI in their field, the ChatGPT dilemma now extends across creative industries, academia, and beyond. Thanks to artificial intelligence, the temptation to turn to AIwhether for homework or even just writing a texthas never been more pervasive. Next time you reach for ChatGPT, consider what it might reveal about you.
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Mattel has released its latest Barbie doll, and its a win for better representation. The new Barbie doll visibly lives with type 1 diabetes, wearing an insulin pump and all. Along with the insulin pump around her waist, the doll has a Continuous Glucose Monitor on her armheld in place with Barbie pink tapeand a phone displaying her blood sugar statistics. The Barbie team worked with Breakthrough T1D, a research and advocacy organization, to design accurate-looking medical equipment. They also collaborated on the dolls blue polka dot dressa blue circle is the global symbol for diabetes awareness. “More kids can see themselves” Introducing a Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes marks an important step in our commitment to inclusivity and representation, Krista Berger, senior vice president of Barbie and global head of dolls, said in a statement. Barbie helps shape childrens early perceptions of the world, and by reflecting medical conditions like T1D, we ensure more kids can see themselves in the stories they imagine and the dolls they love. The announcement coincided with Breakthrough T1Ds 2025 Childrens Congress from July 7 to 9, which featured a donation of Barbie dolls. The Washington, D.C.-based event brings together over 170 children living with type 1 diabetes and gives them face time with members of the U.S. Congress. The event aims to garner ongoing funding for type 1 diabetes research. Condition affects hundreds of thousands of U.S. children Diabetes is a chronic condition in which a persons body doesnt produce enough insulin, causing their blood sugar levels to spike, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Individuals living with type 1 diabetes require insulin therapy and typically wear a pump attached to their skin at all times. The CDC reports that about 352,000 children live with diabetes in the United Statesa majority of whom experience type 1 diabetes. This number jumps to about 1.7 million when looking at individuals 20 or older who live with type 1 diabetes and use insulin. Mattel has introduced other Barbies living with medical conditions in recent years. In 2019, the company released a Barbie who had a prosthetic leg and another who used a wheelchair. More recently, 2023 saw Mattel launch a Barbie living with Down syndrome. In October 2024, Mattel reported a 17% dip in Barbies gross billingsdespite the enormous success of the Oscar-winning Barbie movie the prior year. The company had hoped for a 3% increase in sales this year, but it pulled that guidance in May after uncertainty around tariffs. Shares in Mattel Inc (NASDAQ: MAT) are up roughly 13% in 2025 so far.
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Mondelz Global LLC, a subsidiary of snack foods giant Mondelez International (Nasdaq: MDLZ), which owns brands including Cadbury, Chips Ahoy!, Honey Maid, Oreo, Sour Patch Kids, and Toblerone, has announced a recall of some of its most popular Ritz cracker products. The products may pose the risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction, according to the company, due to their packaging being mislabeled. Heres what you need to know about this latest food recall. Whats happened? On July 8, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a recall notice from Mondelz Global LLC. That recall notice covered four Ritz cracker sandwich products sold in multipack cartons. While there is nothing wrong with the cracker sandwiches themselves, Mondelz Global discovered that some of the individual cracker sandwich packages inside the carton may be mislabeled as being a cracker sandwich of the cheese variety instead of a cracker sandwich of the peanut butter variety. This mislabeling poses a risk to the millions of children and adults in America who have a peanut allergy. Those with peanut allergies who consume even trace amounts of peanuts are at risk of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Upon becoming aware of the mislabeled products, Mondelz Global issued the recall. What items are being recalled? According to the recall notice, four individual products are being recalled. These four products are various-sized cartons containing Ritz cracker sandwiches. Three of the recalled products contain Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, and one of the recalled products contains a variety of Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwiches, including peanut butter ones. The recalled products are as follows: Product DescriptionRetail UPCBest When Used By DatesProduct Images11.4 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches– 8 Count (8 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton)0 44000 88210 51 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25AE Plant Code Only (located on top of package)See Image Below27.6 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches– 20 Count (20 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton)0 44000 07584 21 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 252 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26AE Plant Code Only (located on top of package)See Image Below55.2 oz. RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches 40 Count (40 x 1.38-oz. 6-pack carton)0 44000 07819 51 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 252 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26AM Plant Code Only (located on top of package)See Image Below27.3 oz. RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich20-Count Variety Pack(20 packs of 10 Cheese 1.38-oz. packsand 10 Peanut Butter 1.38-oz. packs)0 44000 08095 22 NOV 25 9 NOV 25RJ Plant Code Only (located on top of package)See Image Below While the outer cartons of the products correctly state that the crackers inside contains peanuts, the crackers inside are also wrapped in individual packs and these are the packs that may be mislabeled. Mondelz Global says that the individually wrapped packages inside the cartons are labeled as a Cheese variety. Those mislabeled wrapped packages state that the crackers are Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches (1.38oz. pack), with a retail UPC of 0 44000 00211 4, and Best When Used By Dates of 1 NOV 25 9 NOV 25 and 2 JAN 26 22 JAN 26 AE Plant Code Only. Images of the recalled products and the mislabeled packaging can be found here. Where were the recalled items sold? The notice states that the recalled products were manufactured in the United States and were sold nationwide. The recall notice does not state at which retailers the recalled products were sold. Have the recalled items harmed anyone? Thankfully, Mondelz Global says that there have been no reports of injury or illness related to these recalled products that the company is aware of. Mondelz says the recall is being initiated as a precautionary measure after it discovered that film packaging rolls used to individually wrap peanut butter products may contain defects due to a supplier error. Mondelz says it is taking steps to make sure this error does not happen again. What are the symptoms of a peanut allergy? A peanut allergy can manifest itself in many ways. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, peanut allergy symptoms may include: Vomiting Stomach cramps Indigestion Diarrhea Wheezing Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing Repetitive cough Tightness in throat, hoarse voice Weak pulse Pale or blue coloring of the skin Hives Swelling, can affect the tongue and/or lips Dizziness Confusion People allergic to peanuts also risk anaphylaxis after consuming them. This is a life-threatening reaction, which can include impaired breathing, swelling in the throat, a sudden drop in blood pressure, pale skin or blue lips, fainting and dizziness. Anaphylaxis requires immediate emergency medical attention. What should I do if I have the recalled items? Mondelz Global says that anyone who has a peanut allergy should not eat the recalled products. Instead, the recalled products should be disposed of. You can read the full recall notice here.
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