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1. 4 People Tweeting’ Changed the Face of Nigerian Politics

   A youth-led online movement propelled an outsider candidate into the political mainstream.

2. How You Can Tell the AI Images of Trump’s Arrest Are Deepfakes

   Doctored images of the former US president went viral on Twitter. These are the telltale signs that they aren’t what they seem.

3. China’s Answer to ChatGPT Flubs Its First Lines

   Search giant Baidu’s Ernie Bot met online jeers and also faces the challenge of operating on a firewalled internet ruled by government censorship.

4. Ford Explorer 2023: Compact, Stylish, Electric

   This SUV gets a winning design, advanced autonomous drive features, and a spaceship-level dash. So it’s a real shame it’s not coming to the US.

5. The 12 Best Games on PlayStation Plus

   With great options like Ghostwire: Tokyo and The Last of Us Remastered, Sony’s subscription service is the perfect jump start for new PS5 owners.

6. A New York Court Is About to Rule on the Future of Crypto

   The Securities and Exchange Commission’s case against Ripple over the XRP token will establish a critical precedent.

7. Google Rolls Out Its Bard Chatbot to Battle ChatGPT

   A new bot has entered the chat. But Google warns that, like its competitor, it will sometimes “hallucinate.”

8. 8 Best Tents (2023): Backpacking, Family, and Ultralight

   The right shelter can make a big difference in how comfortable you are outdoors. Here are the ones we've tested and love.

9. The End of ‘Life’ As You Know It

   Society’s outdated ideas about what it means to be alive are obstructing progress on some of today’s most pressing issues.

10. Lucyd Bluetooth Sunglasses Review: Bluetooth Shades

    These stylish shades let you listen to music and come with a variety of lenses. But you better open up your wallet (and have a small head).