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 Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a niche technological curiosity to a cornerstone of modern society. As we stand at the crossroads of technological advancement, understanding AI's evolution, applications, and implications is crucial for navigating the future. #### Historical Overview AI's roots trace back to ancient mythology and philosophy, but its formal scientific pursuit began in the mid-20th century. Alan Turing, a pioneer in computing, proposed the concept of a machine that could simulate any human intelligence in his 1950 paper "Computing Machinery and Intelligence." Turing's work laid the groundwork for subsequent AI research, which progressed through various phases. The term "Artificial Intelligence" was coined by John McCarthy in 1956 at the Dartmouth Conference. This conference marked the beginning of AI as a distinct field of study, with early AI research focused on symbolic reasoning and problem-solving. In...

 The climate crisis represents one of the most serious and urgent challenges of our time. Its impacts are enormous, affecting ecosystems, economies and communities around the world. Understanding the complexity of the climate crisis, its causes and possible solutions is essential to creating a path to a sustainable future. #### Understanding the climate crisis The climate crisis is caused by the increase of greenhouse gases (GHG) in the earth's atmosphere. These gases, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), trap heat from the sun and create a "greenhouse effect" that leads to global warming. Human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and industrial processes, have greatly accelerated this natural process, leading to rapid and devastating changes in climate patterns. The primary driver of current climate change is the increase in CO2 levels due to the burning of fossil fuels for energy and transportation. Since...

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