Mike’s Blog Round-Up

From the Artificial to the Very Real
By Tengrain — September 29, 2026

On this date in 1984, "Let's Go Crazy" by Prince and Revolution, the second single from "Purple Rain" album, peaks at #1! Today we go from Artificial to very Real.

Futurism tells us the tech bros are having a meltdown because the Associated Press says (correctly) that AIs don't have feelings.

Pharyngula says AI is an intellectual pickpocket.

The Moderate Voice says just pulling the plug won't do it.

String in a Maze makes the case that no one should surrender on trans rights.

Bonus Track: Miss Cellania takes us for a ride: real-life Mario Karts in the Alps!

Round-up by Tengrain who blogs at Mock, Paper, Scissors. You can follow Tengrain on the Fediverse, or on BlueSky. Send tips, requests, and suggestions to mbru@crooksandliars.com (with For MBRU in the subject line).

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