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Daily Briefing (United States) — 2026-01-25

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Note of the day

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Top news of the day

EY exec says he can detect AI and lists common signs

EY's global chief innovation officer, referred to as Depa, says he has a 'high sensitivity' for spotting AI use and outlines writing and presentation cues such as neutral tone, repetition, vague hedging, and surface-level insights. A Business Insider survey of 220 respondents found about 40% said they sometimes or always hide AI use at work.

Local news of the day

Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary: Two new anime series, a new game and a major DLC announced.

At the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri, organizers announced two new anime projects (Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol and Dragon Ball Super: Beerus), a new game project called Age 1000, and a large DLC for Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero.

Bright topic of the day

Letter writing enjoys revival as people seek connection and a break from screen time

Tactile pursuits such as letter writing, typewriter clubs and calligraphy communities are seeing renewed interest as people look for ways to reduce screen time and form more intentional connections, participants and organizers say.

Politics & economy of the day

Pennsylvania's rural and red counties are listening to a Democrat

At the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg on Jan. 15, Gov. Josh Shapiro spoke with attendees and vendors while accompanied by state police and reporters; some vendors said they did not vote for him and do not plan to in November, and Shapiro said he respected their honesty.

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