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Trending in Texoma — Volcanic eruption to manners with machines

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Whether it’s happening on the other side of the country, somewhere else in Texas, or right in our communities, Digital Producer Mariana Vela takes a look at the stories currently generating the most interest on social media.

“Magic Number”

A survey polled more than 4,600 adults, which showed the numbers that would allow Americans to retire comfortably. $1.26 million is the number. But the magic number is $200,000 down from last year.

Poas Volcano

After two eruptions this week, the Poas Volcano in Costa Rica has covered the island in ash. This volcano is a popular tourist attraction, and scientists warn that when a volcano goes silent, an eruption could soon follow.

Chatbots and niceness.

Being nice to chatbots could be costing OpenAI big amounts. According to one study, an AI response consumes as much energy as keeping fourteen LED bulbs lit for an hour.

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