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Calling on Cyber Pros to Help Defend City Hall
Government agencies with smaller budgets need support — and here's how you can help.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this should prompt a review of your own security.
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Walmart finally launching Apple Pay support next week
Walmart has announced that it will finally begin rolling out Apple Pay support next week. The retailer has resisted offering Apple Pay support for more than a decade, despite pressure from shoppers.
9to5Mac reports: Walmart finally launching Apple Pay support next week — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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U.S. military says it aided passage of 660 million barrels of oil through Strait of Hormuz since May
The security situation in Hormuz remains contested but the U.S. is helping oil get through the strait.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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Stormy autumn, cold winter - how might El Niño affect the UK weather?
This year's El Niño is expected to be the strongest in living memory and could lead to a range of impacts of the UK - including a stormy autumn.
The big picture: Stormy autumn, cold winter - how might El... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Vampire Survivors announces Legacy of the Blood Moon DLC [update: release date]
June 6: The news for Vampire Survivors keeps rolling in, and today, Legacy of the Blood Moon DLC was announced. Players will be able to pick it up “soon”. The DLC will bring about more than eight characters, over eight weapons plus evolutions, and more. Here’s the official run...
Nintendo Everything reports: Vampire Survivors announces Legacy of the Blood Moon... — this signals what players want next.
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Tesla recalls 3 million cars as part of China-wide push to stop hidden door handles
Tesla and eight other automakers will install warning labels that help occupants identify the often hard-to-find manual door releases.
TechCrunch reports: Tesla recalls 3 million cars as part of... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Trump admin taps former JPMorgan Chase exec Matt Zames to advise Social Security agency
Matt Zames is taking an unpaid position to help his former JPMorgan colleague Frank Bisignano tackle modernization of the SSA, CNBC has learned.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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International student enrollment falls amid tighter U.S. visa policies, reports show
Amid changes to student visa policies, colleges and universities are likely to see fewer international students enrolled this fall, reports show.
The big picture: International student enrollment falls amid tighter U.S. visa... — reflects a broader economic trend.
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Most Americans aren't anti-vaccine. They're uncertain — and that's a growing public health challenge
The bigger issue at hand may be that many Americans fall into a large, uncertain middle ground – neither firmly pro-vaccine nor staunchly opposed.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
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63% of new physical games sold this year in the US have been on Nintendo platforms
As revealed by Circana, 63 percent of new physical games sold this year in the United States have been on Nintendo platforms. It’s unclear what the breakdown is between Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. For those wondering, 32 percent of physical games sold were on PlayStation pla...
Why it matters: 63% of new physical games sold this year... is generating hype in the community.
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Chase Stokes Bids Farewell to ‘Outer Banks’
As the 33-year-old actor moves on from his breakout role in the hit Netflix series, he's opening up about what comes next and the struggles he's overcome since wrapping the show: "I had so much shit wrong."
Why it matters: Chase Stokes Bids Farewell to ‘Outer Banks’ may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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15 Movies That Tricked Us All With Their Marketing
Sometimes the best way to sell a movie is apparently to lie about it a little. Trailers have hidden main characters, made comedies look like horror movies, convinced audiences an actor would survive much longer than they did, and occasionally avoided showing what the movie was...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this is generating buzz across social media.
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Take-Two Subpoenas Trove Of Records From Microsoft And Discord As It Hunts For GTA 6 Leaker
The hunt is on to find out who's behind an unprecedented spree of GTA 6 leaks
Why it matters: Take-Two Subpoenas Trove Of Records From Microsoft And... signals what players want next.
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I tried the free Wispr Flow voice dictation tool everyone's talking about - and I'm hooked
Designed for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android, Wispr Flow is a pleasure to use compared with other voice dictation apps. Here's how.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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New solar system models show Earth is no fluke
Over the past three decades, computer models of planetary system formation have gone from fairly crude representations to sophisticated simulations using thousands of different starting points.
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Blood-camouflaged nanoparticles defeat drug-resistant breast tumors in mouse model
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is one of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant subtypes of breast cancer, accounting for 15% to 20% of all cases. Unlike other breast cancers, TNBC lacks targetable receptors, leaving patients dependent largely on chemotherapy, with ...
Why it matters: Blood-camouflaged nanoparticles defeat drug-resistant breast tumors in mouse... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Microsoft rolls out Classic Outlook theme for New Outlook users
Microsoft has started rolling out a Classic Outlook theme for users of Outlook on the web and the New Outlook for Windows. [...]
The big picture: Microsoft rolls out Classic Outlook theme for New... — highlights growing cyber threats.
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Major YouTube creators are facing backlash for accepting AI money
Over the past few days, a number of prominent filmmaking content creators including Matti Haapoja and Sam "Kold" Kolder have posted videos of themselves demonstrating what's possible with AI platform Higgsfield. The videos highlight Higgsfield's recently added Seedance 2.5 fun...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Trump to allow import of 300,000 metric tons of ground beef without tariff
Beef prices in the U.S have soared in 2026 due to a reduction in the nation's cattle herd.
CNBC reports: Trump to allow import of 300,000 metric tons... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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Private equity firm Apollo confirms data breach amid hacking wave targeting financial giants
The private equity giant confirms a breach, weeks after Google researchers said hackers were targeting financial companies.
TechCrunch reports: Private equity firm Apollo confirms data breach amid... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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LG enters chip packaging arena with Laser Direct Imaging machine, as TSMC's CoWoS remains constrained — maskless machine is designed to pattern fine interconnects, trading resolution for higher throughput
LG rolls-out laser direct imaging lithography machine for chip packaging and high-density PCBs.
Tom's Hardware reports: LG enters chip packaging arena with Laser Direct... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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U.S., Canada near final trade deal as Trump tariff deadline looms
Businesses have warned that Trump's new 50% duties could cripple U.S. their sales if they take effect.
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Don't tell Nvidia: 56% of you are willing to pay over $600 for your next graphics card... and 19% would spend over $1000 😮
That's lucky, because the next generation of GPUs is probably going to start at $600...
Why it matters: Don't tell Nvidia: 56% of you are willing... is generating hype in the community.
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Prince Harry, Elton John and More Ordered to Pay Initial $13 Million to Daily Mail Publisher After Losing Privacy Case
Prince Harry looks like he might be returning to the U.K. with a sizeable bill to pay. The prince is among a group of seven high-profile figures — including Elton John and Liz Hurley — who have been ordered to pay an initial £9.54 million ($13 million) in legal costs to the pu...
Variety reports: Prince Harry, Elton John and More Ordered to... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Meghan Markle Eyeing Acting Return as She and Prince Harry Move Back to the United Kingdom
The former 'Suits' co-star stepped away from acting in 2017 amid her engagement with Harry.
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What’s Next For ABC Vs. FCC: Lawsuit Looks To Put Trump Attacks On Trial, But The First Battle May Be About Timing
ABC took the extraordinary step of suing the FCC on Tuesday, challenging its investigations and regulatory crackdowns as not merely bureaucratic overreach but part of a Trump administration retaliatory campaign in violation of the First Amendment. The case has the potential to...
The big picture: What’s Next For ABC Vs. FCC: Lawsuit Looks... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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OpenAI Adds Controls That Should've Been There Already
The new AI security controls follow the Hugging Face incident last month, though many of these additions perhaps should have been in place prior to the frontier models escaping.
Dark Reading reports: OpenAI Adds Controls That Should've Been There Already — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
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College sports’ talent race is turning each athletic department into a $40 million business empire
“Athletics doesn’t have a revenue problem. It has a spending problem," said Penn professor Karen Weaver.
Fortune reports: College sports’ talent race is turning each athletic... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Philanthropy has long been dominated by the wealthy. This $12 million campaign wants Black Gen Z to see it differently
BackBlack is betting that thousands of small donations can help underfunded Black-led nonprofits rely less on wealthy benefactors.
Fortune reports: Philanthropy has long been dominated by the wealthy.... — this signals changing business strategies.
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CFO turnover at America’s largest companies is on pace to hit 18.3%—the highest since the pandemic
The next generation of CFOs stepping in may be younger and less experienced.
The big picture: CFO turnover at America’s largest companies is on... — may shift market dynamics.
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Jaafar Jackson Says ‘Michael’ Sequel Will ‘Give More Insight’ Into Uncle Michael Jackson’s POV About Child Abuse Allegations
The first part of the billion-dollar blockbuster biopic ended in 1987, before the late King of Pop was first accused of abuse.
The big picture: Jaafar Jackson Says ‘Michael’ Sequel Will ‘Give More... — shows where the music business is headed.
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That limited edition green see-through Xbox Series X reportedly costs as much as a PS5 Pro, and releases on Black Friday
That fancy green see-through Xbox Series X - a limited edition creation for Xbox's 25th anniversary - reportedly releases on Black Friday and costs as much as a PS5 Pro. Read more
Why it matters: That limited edition green see-through Xbox Series X... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Gold rebounds as bond jitters, debt fears and weaker dollar revive bullion demand
Gold is rebounding as investors weigh U.S. debt concerns, a weaker dollar and stubbornly high Treasury yields.
Why it matters: Gold rebounds as bond jitters, debt fears and... may shift market dynamics.
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‘Love is Blind: UK’ Season 3: Here are the cast and their Instagram profiles
Love is Blind UK Season 3 premiered on Netflix, introducing 30 single cast members looking for love in the pods, including Ciara, Jack, Ajay, Faye, Chevanique, Francesca, Joseph and more.
Mashable reports: ‘Love is Blind: UK’ Season 3: Here are... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Blue Eye Samurai’s second season will hit Netflix in January
Good news for Blue Eye Samurai fans: Netflix has shared the first trailer and release timeline for the second season of the animated series, and confirmed the series' return for a third and final season. The second season's new teaser ends with the announcement that it'll be a...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
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Q&A: How Brown University is navigating the rise of generative AI use in the classroom
In just a few short years, generative artificial intelligence tools have made a leap from novelties that produce stilted text to genuine societal disruptors that may alter the way people learn, work and even think.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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The Los Angeles Lakers sold for $12.5 billion. Here’s what every NBA team is now worth
The pending $12.5 billion Lakers sale would lift CNBC’s average NBA team valuation 21% to $6.68 billion, with the Warriors still No. 1.
The big picture: The Los Angeles Lakers sold for $12.5 billion.... — may shift market dynamics.
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Movie Theater Owner: What Worries Me About the War on Paramount and Warner Bros.
"Industries rarely suffer because too many people are willing to make sensible long-term investments. The greater danger comes when investment stops," writes the owner of Phoenix Theatres.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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SXSW True Crime Doc ‘I Got Bombed At Harvey’s’ Scores North American Deal
EXCLUSIVE: Jolt.film has acquired all North American rights to the true-crime documentary I Got Bombed at Harvey’s, an account of the 1980 Harvey’s Resort Hotel bombing in Lake Tahoe, which included a high-profile extortion case and a major FBI manhunt. Directed by Amy Bandlie...
Deadline reports: SXSW True Crime Doc ‘I Got Bombed At... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Tails of Iron 2 gains free “Blood and Brine” expansion
Starting today, Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter players can access a brand new “Blood and Brine” expansion. Nintendo Switch users can download it for free. The DLC introduces a brand new area featuring 11 new quests, 10 new bosses, a unique fishing mechanic, nine new armor...
The big picture: Tails of Iron 2 gains free “Blood and... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Bessent says there's a 'very good chance' U.S. budget deficit under Trump has peaked
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday that there's a "very good chance" of the U.S. has seen its budget deficit peak under President Donald Trump.
The big picture: Bessent says there's a 'very good chance' U.S.... — signals changing business strategies.
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God Of War TV Show Has Found Its New Kratos, And It’s Dave Bautista
Prime Video's God of War series has a new actor playing the stoic god-killer Kratos, and as previously reported, it is indeed Dave Bautista. After the original actor cast for the role, Ryan Hurst, suffered a bicep tear during filming that forced him to leave the role, Amazon a...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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New York Times correction over a college basketball player wrongly named at the scene of a shooting leads to $9.25 million jury verdict
“We’re disappointed the jury found The Times liable for an honest mistake,” spokesperson Charlie Stadtlander said in a statement Thursday.
Fortune reports: New York Times correction over a college basketball... — this may shift market dynamics.
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Microsoft’s 25th Anniversary Xbox Series X Could Be Its Most Expensive Console Yet
It's the 25th anniversary of Xbox this year, and to celebrate, Microsoft is releasing a limited-edition version of the Xbox Series X that is reportedly very expensive. Announced earlier this year, the new model could cost as much as $900, and a new leak claims that it'll be re...
Why it matters: Microsoft’s 25th Anniversary Xbox Series X Could Be... is generating hype in the community.
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The changing college sports landscape has women’s programs turning to philanthropy as funding dries up
Advocates are urging wealthy donors to endow less lucrative teams as universities redirect resources toward their biggest revenue generators
Why it matters: The changing college sports landscape has women’s programs... signals changing business strategies.
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Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as Russians feel growing impact of war
Drivers are waiting hours in fuel queues, as Moscow prepares to celebrate Russian Flag Day.
BBC World reports: Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as... — this has global implications.
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Senator asks US government watchdog to review how feds use hacking tools
Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the U.S. federal watchdog requesting a comprehensive review of how the FBI, DEA, ICE's HSI, and the Secret Service use hacking tools and spyware against Americans.
TechCrunch reports: Senator asks US government watchdog to review how... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Wall Street's existential crisis over perpetual futures — the 24/7 security on steroids — just got urgent
Perpetual futures, or perps, are shaking up exchanges as investors seek continuous access to trading.
CNBC reports: Wall Street's existential crisis over perpetual futures —... — this signals changing business strategies.
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Careful, the new Plague Tale game appears to have leaked a week ahead of launch
Plague Tale fans beware: the new game, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, appears to have been cracked and shared online a week before release. It means spoilers may start appearing online, so be careful what you watch and read. Read more
The big picture: Careful, the new Plague Tale game appears to... — may set a new standard for the genre.
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What dandelions and bees can teach us about our responsibilities to the natural world
In spring, on the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, young children, Anishinaabe storytellers and educators walk together with Aki (Land) and Nibi (Water).
Why it matters: What dandelions and bees can teach us about... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Stephanie Williams Talks Bringing the Smile Entity to the Gridiron In New Comic Series
Few things are as sweet as a smile. It’s a sentiment most of us believe or, at the very least, have heard time and time again through songs, poems, or films. American filmmaker Parker Finn had other plans for that idea when he unleashed Smile in 2022, turning the universal exp...
Den of Geek reports: Stephanie Williams Talks Bringing the Smile Entity to... — this reflects shifting cultural trends.
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New PE Firm BlackSun Raises $1 Billion For Sports, Media Fund
Recently launched BlackSun Private Equity, with principals from the world of politics, sports and entertainment, is launching its first fund with $1 billion raised so far. The goal is to invest in professional sports and franchise ownerships, which many PE firms are eyeing, bu...
Deadline reports: New PE Firm BlackSun Raises $1 Billion For... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Child safety experts are skeptical of OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens
They say the company must prove it can be trusted before products like these get a pass.
Engadget reports: Child safety experts are skeptical of OpenAI's ChatGPT... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Unlock Tom's Hardware Premium's Hot Chips 2026 coverage for free — sign up for an account to read technical breakdowns from the show
For a limited time, you’ll be able to read all of our latest reports from Hot Chips 2026 with a Tom’s Hardware account, no payment required.
The big picture: Unlock Tom's Hardware Premium's Hot Chips 2026 coverage... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Victony on New Album ‘Starlife’ and How Breakout Hit ‘Soweto’ Encouraged Him ‘To Keep Experimenting’
The Nigerian artist’s second LP began as a four-song project before growing into a 15-track reflection of where he is now.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
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Here are the top 10 things we're watching in the stock market Friday
Stocks are set for a higher open Friday following a nasty rate-driven pullback on Thursday
Why it matters: Here are the top 10 things we're watching... could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Jamie T previews new material and delivers fan favourites at intimate London gig as he announces 2026 UK tour
See what went down at Jamie T's first live performance in almost exactly two years as he previewed new album 'Ghosts (100 Days Of Morning)’ and shared news of more December shows The post Jamie T previews new material and delivers fan favourites at intimate London gig as he an...
NME reports: Jamie T previews new material and delivers fan... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Interplanetary spacecraft capture a coronal mass ejection component hidden from Earth
During a coronal mass ejection (CME), the sun hurls billions of tons of magnetized plasma into space. These eruptions are among the most powerful events in the solar system, and when they are aimed toward Earth, they can seriously threaten the satellites and power grids we dep...
Why it matters: Interplanetary spacecraft capture a coronal mass ejection component... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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I used an iOS 27 Shortcut to cut my screen time and retrain my brain
Learn how an iOS 27 Shortcut can help reduce screen time and curb compulsive social media scrolling.
Why it matters: I used an iOS 27 Shortcut to cut... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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The camera I always have with me keeps paying dividends
There’s an old photography saying that the best camera is the one you have on you at the time. The iPhone is of course the camera that most of us have on us most of the time, and that’s obviously a massive benefit for things like shots of kids, social events, and so on. But a ...
The big picture: The camera I always have with me keeps... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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15 of America’s Most Devious Moments
American history has plenty of moments that sound like spy fiction until the documents prove they actually happened. Secret operations, covert interventions, questionable intelligence, political manipulation, and military plans were sometimes kept away from the public for year...
Den of Geek reports: 15 of America’s Most Devious Moments — this taps into what audiences want right now.
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Super El Niño could lead to mega CO2 emissions from fires in Indonesia
Intense fires are already burning in Indonesia, and there could be much worse to come as the Super El Niño ramps up
The big picture: Super El Niño could lead to mega CO2... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Actor Anthony Hopkins Finds His Truest Voice as a Composer on New Classical Album for Decca, ‘Life Is a Dream’: ‘I Write Out of Sheer Joy of Being Alive’
Noted conductor Gustavo Dudamel leads the Philharmonica Orchestra on Hopkins' 12 compositions.
The big picture: Actor Anthony Hopkins Finds His Truest Voice as... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Bessent's efforts in the Treasury market so far haven't worked. Here's what else he can try
Market experts showed skepticism at whether the push would succeed against a bevy of factors working against Treasurys.
CNBC reports: Bessent's efforts in the Treasury market so far... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Forest service detects emerald ash borer in 5 additional counties
The Texas A&M Forest Service has confirmed emerald ash borer in Delta, Erath, Hardin, Walker and Wood counties, continuing the spread of the invasive insect into new areas of Texas. Eight new counties have been confirmed with detections this year.
Why it matters: Forest service detects emerald ash borer in 5... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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LG Display introduces new OLED deposition technique that uses lithography instead of metal masks — "FLiPP" photolithography delivers 1.6x brightness and 2.4x longer lifespan
OLED displays have long been manufacturer using a metal mask for deposition that wastes material, is expensive, and can sag under its own weight. LG Display's FLiPP solves this by using photolithography instead, relying on photomasks and photoresist layers to lock in the RGB s...
Why it matters: LG Display introduces new OLED deposition technique that... reshapes the tech landscape.
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RFK Jr. Blasts CNN’s Erin Burnett as Having ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ Over Report Finding His ‘Affordable’ Family Meal Costs 3.6 Times What Health Secretary Claimed
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. lashed out at CNN anchor Erin Burnett, claiming she is afflicted with “Trump Derangement Syndrome” that has left her without “common sense” or “basic arithmetic.” RFK Jr., Trump’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, was complaining about a report on “...
Why it matters: RFK Jr. Blasts CNN’s Erin Burnett as Having... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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The Duskbloods has its first network test cancelled
The Duskbloods’ first network test will no longer be happening, as FromSoftware made the decision to cancel things for today. Unfortunately, things haven’t gone smoothly so far. While the network test was scheduled to begin today, players immediately started to encounter conne...
Nintendo Everything reports: The Duskbloods has its first network test cancelled — this is generating hype in the community.
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My Vitriol to celebrate ‘Finelines’ at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire with InMe and Yourcodenameis:milo
Their seminal debut album turns 25 this year The post My Vitriol to celebrate ‘Finelines’ at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire with InMe and Yourcodenameis:milo appeared first on NME.
The big picture: My Vitriol to celebrate ‘Finelines’ at London’s Shepherd’s... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris Wakes From Medically Induced Coma Again, But Facing ‘Two Major Surgeries’
The legendary R&B band's timekeeper suffered a critical medical emergency earlier this month.
Why it matters: Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris Wakes... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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How ‘Hadestown: The Musical’ Topped $20 Million at the Box Office to Become an Unlikely Indie Blockbuster
The filmed version of ”Hadestown” has supplanted “Hamilton” as the highest-grossing live capture of a stage show in history.
Why it matters: How ‘Hadestown: The Musical’ Topped $20 Million at... is generating industry buzz.
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15 People Sharing Their Misfortune for All to See Online
There is a special kind of bad luck that becomes almost impossible not to laugh at once a picture captures the exact moment everything went wrong. The internet is full of people who have experienced those beautifully unfortunate moments and decided that keeping the story to th...
Why it matters: 15 People Sharing Their Misfortune for All to... reflects shifting cultural trends.
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Narwal Freo 20 robot vacuum has a flagship-tier mop for hundreds of dollars less
The robot vacuum scene has heavily focused on improving mopping tech in recent years and, right now, the flagship models are better than they’ve ever been. For those of us without bottomless pockets, though, the Narwal Freo 20 offers a flagship-tier mop and overall cleaning ex...
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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CISA orders feds to patch actively exploited TrueConf Server flaws
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) ordered U.S. federal agencies to prioritize patching two actively exploited vulnerabilities in the TrueConf Server self-hosted communications platform. [...]
The big picture: CISA orders feds to patch actively exploited TrueConf... — underscores the cost of weak defenses.
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Supermicro fires several employees following investigation into $2.5 billion China AI chip smuggling — claims that senior management had no knowledge of illicit transactions
An independent investigation on Supermicro clears senior management from any wrong-doing and also says that its financial statements were still reliable, despite the alleged diversion of its restricted products. Nevertheless, some of its employees from sales, technical support...
Tom's Hardware reports: Supermicro fires several employees following investigation into $2.5... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Leaving abusive relationships can be harder for migrant women. Here's what they need to feel safe
Like many women raised in traditional cultures and religious contexts, I was taught that a "good" woman holds the family together. In my culture, women were often glorified for quietly accepting hardship.
The big picture: Leaving abusive relationships can be harder for migrant... — advances our understanding of the world.
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CPU-Z gets biggest update since 2001 with V3 — 100+ health checks, built-in stress testing, and XOC effective clock tracking
CPU-Z V3 introduces an overhauled validation system with over 100 detection points, and a new advanced validation feature that will check PC health with a stress test.
The big picture: CPU-Z gets biggest update since 2001 with V3... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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England’s Ancient Trees Are Dying in the Heat
Extreme temperatures and drought are adding to the stress on oak trees that have lived for hundreds of years and play a key role in the national imagination.
NY Times Science reports: England’s Ancient Trees Are Dying in the Heat — this opens new research frontiers.
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Meghan Markle Could Resume Acting Career After Return To UK – Report
Meghan Markle’s move to the UK might not be the only return she’s planning to make. The Duchess of Sussex could be eyeing a new acting role, too. She has been “offered a role in an upcoming project based in the UK,” according to news.com.au. We’ve reached to the Sussexes and t...
The big picture: Meghan Markle Could Resume Acting Career After Return... — is generating industry buzz.
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3 minutes of sprinting does something 90 minutes of exercise does not
A few minutes of sprinting may reshape the bloodstream far more dramatically than a much longer moderate workout. Six 30-second sprints altered nearly a quarter of the blood proteins measured and more than 200 metabolites, while 90 minutes of moderate cycling produced far smal...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this opens new research frontiers.
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The No Man's Sky players building utopia at the end of the universe
In the distant reaches of a doomed universe, perpetually 16 minutes from total destruction, something wonderful is happening. Across three galaxies and thousands star systems, a thriving community has formed. This is No Man's Sky's Galactic Hub Project - part scientific endeav...
Why it matters: The No Man's Sky players building utopia at... is generating hype in the community.
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15 People Share the Movie They Completely Misunderstood the First Time
Some movies make perfect sense the first time around. Others need a second viewing, a few more years of life experience, or someone pointing out that the action movie you loved as a teenager was actually making fun of everything you thought was cool about it. When Reddit users...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this is generating buzz across social media.
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Lunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon receives 2.0.0 update and Nintendo eShop demo
Lunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon has just received a major update, as well as a free demo on the Nintendo eShop. Previously the game’s demo was only available in Japan, but it has now been released to other regions. The new update contains a quite a couple of major a...
The big picture: Lunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon receives 2.0.0... — may set a new standard for the genre.
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No more doom scrolling or Instagram Stories? A Meta trial loss could end the social media we know
"These trials are often compared to the Big Tobacco lawsuits of the 90s, and the outcome will likely be analogous as well," one analyst told CNBC.
CNBC reports: No more doom scrolling or Instagram Stories? A... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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How Silicon Valley just might save America from the growing drone threat
In June, Allen Control Systems raised $200 million on the strength of its Bullfrog platform, which can respond to a drone threat in seconds by shooting them out of the sky with bullets.
The big picture: How Silicon Valley just might save America from... — hints at where the money is moving.
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Scientists catch a hidden electronic state forming in just 30 femtoseconds
Scientists watched a light-triggered hidden state form inside a material in only 30 femtoseconds, revealing a step that had never been seen before. The material first entered a fleeting electronic state in which its bonds reorganized in a repeating pattern, followed by tiny at...
Why it matters: Scientists catch a hidden electronic state forming in... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Tesla sunsets its Solar Roof tiles
Tesla has discontinued Solar Roof, its solar panels designed to look like regular roofing tiles, Electrek reports. Sources "close to the program" told the publication that Tesla has informed its third-party installer network that Solar Roof is no longer available to order, and...
Why it matters: Tesla sunsets its Solar Roof tiles may redefine how we interact with devices.
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China is launching a moon mission to find water ice
We've known for nearly two decades that some form of water exists on the moon. What we still don't know is exactly how much accessible water ice lies inside permanently shadowed craters, how deeply it is buried or what form it takes.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Kenneth Branagh on Doing His Own Stunts as a KGB Operative in ‘Mayday,’ Bonding With Ryan Reynolds Over Soccer: ‘We Can Be Pretty Nerdish’
While he may not be known as an action star, Kenneth Branagh absolutely wanted to give it a go for “Mayday,” his upcoming Apple TV Cold War action-comedy in which he co-stars with Ryan Reynolds. He just needed to find out how best to get involved. “I asked the directors, ‘What...
Variety reports: Kenneth Branagh on Doing His Own Stunts as... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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15 of Our Creepiest Mysteries That Remain Unsolved
There are mysteries that seem like they should have an answer by now. A person vanishes after making a phone call. Three women disappear from the same house without taking their belongings. A hijacker jumps out of an airplane with $200,000 and is never definitively seen again....
Den of Geek reports: 15 of Our Creepiest Mysteries That Remain Unsolved — this signals changes in media consumption.
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International Insider: Australia’s Attention Battle; Vertical Video Rises; Kevin Macdonald On Pep Guardiola
Be still, my beating heart, this week’s Insider is here. Jesse Whittock back with you on the international film and TV news train, as the industry exits its quiet summer period and heads for festival season. Sign up for the full Insider newsletter experience here. Strewth!: So...
Deadline reports: International Insider: Australia’s Attention Battle; Vertical Video Rises;... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Ninja Releases ‘Practical Magic’-Inspired Slushie Machine After Original Sold Out in 2 Hours
Ahead of the Practical Magic 2 movie this September, Ninja is commemorating the iconic franchise with new spellbinding shades.
Bottom line from CNET: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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"The lines between redemption and revenge will blur", promises Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2's latest trailer as the series locks in a late October release
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the second series of the anime CD Projekt Red and Netflix grafted onto the former's cyberverse following Cyberpunk 2077's release, will premiere on October 20th. Having previously revealed the four new Night City dwellers its plot will be following, t...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Micron commits $10 billion to new US-based Research Labs — Boise hub to target post-DRAM and NAND technologies and packaging
Micron's Research Labs to bring together the company's own research with research by customers, partners, universities, startups, and government organizations to develop pre-competitive IP for next-generation memory technologies.
The big picture: Micron commits $10 billion to new US-based Research... — could change how developers build software.
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My favorite thing in the night sky appears on Aug. 28 — and it proves Earth is a sphere
We'll soon get a chance to see a giant curved shadow in space move slowly across the moon during a very deep partial lunar eclipse. There are few more awesome or enlightening sights.
Space.com reports: My favorite thing in the night sky appears... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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Jacob Elordi dodges red carpet question about James Bond auditions
Casting is under way for Daniel Craig's successor The post Jacob Elordi dodges red carpet question about James Bond auditions appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Jacob Elordi dodges red carpet question about James... is making waves across platforms.
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Two Mexicans arrested as police uncover big meth lab on South African farm
The overnight raid of the multi-million dollar drug operation took place near the border with Zimbabwe.
The big picture: Two Mexicans arrested as police uncover big meth... — could reshape the global order.
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Robots running into walls go viral ahead of 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games
Preparations for the World Humanoid Robot Games are underway, with clips of robots running into walls and falling over going viral.
Mashable reports: Robots running into walls go viral ahead of... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Def Leppard Guitarist Vivian Campbell Reveals Cancer Has Returned After Failed Transplant: ‘Just Don’t Give In’
Campbell first revealed he was battling Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2013.
Why it matters: Def Leppard Guitarist Vivian Campbell Reveals Cancer Has... is making waves across platforms.
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15 Historical Photos That Might Even Have the Historians Confused
Historical photographs are supposed to make the past easier to understand. Every once in a while, they accomplish exactly the opposite. Take enough pictures across nearly two centuries and eventually you'll capture combinations that look completely impossible without context: ...
The big picture: 15 Historical Photos That Might Even Have the... — captures the public's attention.
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Love ‘Wordle’? Add these music-based quiz games to your daily routine
From 'guess the song' challenges to old-school pop music trivia The post Love ‘Wordle’? Add these music-based quiz games to your daily routine appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Love ‘Wordle’? Add these music-based quiz games to... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Among Shadows is a Nightreign-style dark fantasy RPG with a touch of Among Us that makes me think wistfully of Dark Souls at its most treacherous
Among Shadows is the kind of videogame genre arithmetic that often proves less than the sum of its parts, but I'm cautiously enthused by its talk of disease, betrayal and Elden Ring: Nightreign-flavoured swordwizarding. The gist: this is a fantasy action-RPG with an Among Us-s...
Why it matters: Among Shadows is a Nightreign-style dark fantasy RPG... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Ph.D. student's forensic review highlights need for standardized bloodstain pattern classification
A University of Staffordshire Ph.D. student has received national recognition for research that could transform how bloodstain evidence at crime scenes is analyzed. Emma Hook has been awarded the Science & Justice Review Award by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences for ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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H200 AI GPUs finally reach China under case-by-case import licenses, but it's already too late for Nvidia — homemade chips corner the China market as country seeks semiconductor independence
Most of each company's U.S.-licensed allowance, understood to be up to 100,000 units apiece, must stay outside the mainland.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Nvidia denies report it will ship Groq-based LPUs to China by year-end — says there is 'no China-specific LPU product in our roadmap'
Nvidia has rejected a report published by The Information that it plans to begin small-batch shipments of an LPU tailored for Chinese customers by the end of 2026.
Why it matters: Nvidia denies report it will ship Groq-based LPUs... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Canada’s H264 Nabs Colombia’s ‘Where the River Begins’ Ahead of Toronto Fest World Premiere
Canadian distributor h264 has pounced on worldwide sales rights to “Where the River Begins” (“Donde comienza el rio”) by Colombian-Canadian filmmaker Juan Andrés Arango (“La Playa DC”), ahead of its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival (TIFF). Starring Girleza Duave Cer...
Variety reports: Canada’s H264 Nabs Colombia’s ‘Where the River Begins’... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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This weight-loss hormone may protect the liver even without weight loss
A hormone already known for curbing appetite and supporting weight loss may have a surprising second job: protecting the liver from inflammation and scarring. Researchers at McMaster University found that GDF15 activates a previously unknown brain-to-liver pathway that trigger...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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A low-tech solution from the past may be your best defense against AI deepfakes
AI-enabled identity theft is getting too sophisticated to have predictable tells anymore, so experts recommend answering with a seemingly old-fashioned approach.
ZDNet reports: A low-tech solution from the past may be... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Jorja Smith to headline The O2 as part of London venue’s 20th birthday celebrations
Other artists celebrating the milestone include Don Omar and Maisie Peters The post Jorja Smith to headline The O2 as part of London venue’s 20th birthday celebrations appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Jorja Smith to headline The O2 as part... shows where the music business is headed.
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I Tried the Best Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2026: Beatbot, iGarden, Dreame
Pack up your pool cleaning supplies. Let one of these robot buddies maintain your water quality instead
Why it matters: I Tried the Best Robotic Pool Cleaners of... reshapes the tech landscape.
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The best large tablets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the best big-screen tablets from Apple, Samsung, Microsoft, and more, to help you choose the right one.
ZDNet reports: The best large tablets of 2026: Expert tested... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Why some of America's biggest brands are losing ground in China
Nike, Starbucks and GM have lost ground in China as domestic rivals, geopolitics and changing consumer preferences reshape the market.
Why it matters: Why some of America's biggest brands are losing... reflects a broader economic trend.
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20 Movies Where One Tiny Decision Ruined Everything
Movies love enormous decisions. Take the dangerous job, marry the wrong person, open the mysterious door, and suddenly there's enough trouble to fill the next two hours. But sometimes the most disastrous choices barely feel like choices at all. Someone goes back to give a dyin...
Why it matters: 20 Movies Where One Tiny Decision Ruined Everything taps into what audiences want right now.
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My cats hate each other, but this automatic feeder is helping
Over the course of nearly a decade, my husband and I have dutifully carried out a four-times-daily ritual of feeding a pair of lovely cat siblings who hate each other. This was mostly manageable for years, but in 2024, disaster struck for my small dependents: We had a child. S...
Why it matters: My cats hate each other, but this automatic... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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America faces an affordability crisis like the one from 25 years ago, but needs a fresh solution
We are living in an era when companies must find solutions that are not just lower-cost, but rather higher value. Costco and Walmart are worth a look.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
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Jenny LeClue: Detectivu coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Jenny LeClue: Detectivu is getting a new Nintendo Switch 2 version, it’s been revealed. It’s planned for September 7, 2026. Some of you may remember Jenny LeClue: Detectivu from its previous release on Nintendo Switch. This is the Spoken Secrets Edition, meaning voice acting f...
Nintendo Everything reports: Jenny LeClue: Detectivu coming to Nintendo Switch 2 — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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'Darth Vader' advocated in person for more Flock surveillance camera tech at a San Diego city council meeting: 'This technology will help us find the rebel scum and their hidden base on Hoth'
"This is what the Emperor needs."
The big picture: 'Darth Vader' advocated in person for more Flock... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Wazuh and AI For Enhanced SOC Workflows
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of this decade's defining technologies. From healthcare and finance to manufacturing and education, organizations increasingly rely on AI to automate repetitive tasks, uncover patterns hidden within large datasets, and support faster...
Why it matters: Wazuh and AI For Enhanced SOC Workflows is a wake-up call for digital security.
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Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails 'encouraging' signs
The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets.
BBC Business reports: Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Grab the Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD gaming monitor at its lowest ever Amazon price — save over $70
Samsung's 27-inch Odyssey G5 QHD gaming monitor is $149.99 at Amazon, saving $72 at its lowest price yet.
Mashable reports: Grab the Samsung Odyssey G5 QHD gaming monitor... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Archaeologists uncover 11 rare marked arrowheads at Tepecik-Çiftlik whose purpose remains a mystery
For decades, archaeologists have been uncovering rare and mysterious incised obsidian arrowheads across Neolithic Central Anatolia, each one bearing a unique design etched into its glassy black surface nearly 9,000 years ago.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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What comes after fire? What forests need to survive in a warming world
Jennifer Bhatnagar spent the summer of 2023 traversing barren hillsides blackened by wildfire in northern California. She walked through devastated properties, examined the hot soil beneath her feet, collected samples and asked questions.
Why it matters: What comes after fire? What forests need to... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Sandisk's new $2,200 NAS SSD lets you fill the drive every day for five years — 7.68TB M.2 flaunts eye-popping 14,000 TBW rating
Sandisk has announced the NAS 600 SATA and NAS 800 NVMe SSD lineups that target NAS environments.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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China joins Europe in scrapping Windows for Linux
The specialized Chinese version of Windows was already scheduled for retirement in February 2027, but now its end-of-life date has been moved up.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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15 Movies That Are Inexplicably Still PG-13
The PG-13 rating covers an enormous amount of territory. One movie might earn it for a few swear words, while another somehow gets the exact same rating after spending two hours terrifying audiences or putting its characters through situations we'd rather not describe over din...
Why it matters: 15 Movies That Are Inexplicably Still PG-13 reflects shifting cultural trends.
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Jaafar Jackson says ‘Michael 2’ will show child abuse scandal from Michael Jackson’s “point of view”
The follow-up to the highest-grossing biopic of all time is due to start shooting later this year The post Jaafar Jackson says ‘Michael 2’ will show child abuse scandal from Michael Jackson’s “point of view” appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Jaafar Jackson says ‘Michael 2’ will show child... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Patreon is changing its algorithm to help smaller creators get discovered
Patreon has announced a number of new and overhauled features that are designed to "build a better network - and a better internet," according to CEO Jack Conte. The Patreon roadmap includes discovery algorithm updates, platform and security improvements, and new features for ...
Why it matters: Patreon is changing its algorithm to help smaller... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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From Vine to Dropout: How Demi Adejuyigbe has shaped their career
The amazing Demi Adejuyigbe stops by Say More to dive into their creative evolution from Vine to Dropout as well their many lessor-known talents like baking and line-dancing.
Bottom line from Mashable: this is one to watch for the industry.
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Microsoft warns of max severity Entra ID flaw exploited in attacks
Microsoft has patched a maximum-severity vulnerability in the Entra ID identity and access management (IAM) platform that has been exploited in attacks. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Microsoft warns of max severity Entra ID flaw... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
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Waymo builds its own chip for its robotaxis, cutting its reliance on Nvidia
Waymo built its own chip for its robotaxis, cutting its reliance on Nvidia. The article Waymo builds its own chip for its robotaxis, cutting its reliance on Nvidia appeared first on The Decoder.
The big picture: Waymo builds its own chip for its robotaxis,... — raises questions about AI's role.
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Prime Video Sets Plan To Invest $2 Billion In Latin America
Prime Video has announced plans to invest more than $2 billion in Latin America between 2027 and 2030. Details of the plan were announced last night at a Prime Video showcase event in Mexico City. The investment will span original programming, locally produced and acquired co...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
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Connectivity issues force FromSoftware to close The Duskbloods network test early
UPDATE 2PM BST: FormSoftware has closed today's The Duskbloods network test early due to connectivity issues. Read more
Why it matters: Connectivity issues force FromSoftware to close The Duskbloods... may set a new standard for the genre.
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TCLs Back to School sale cuts NXTPAPER tablet and phone prices by up to 30% — heres whats on sale
TCL's Back to School sale takes up to 30% off its NXTPAPER lineup, including the Tab A1 Plus, NXTPAPER 14, and 60XE NXTPAPER 5G phone — plus an extra 5% off with StudentBeans.
Mashable reports: TCLs Back to School sale cuts NXTPAPER tablet... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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‘Supporting Role’ Director Ana Urushadze Preps ‘Fear of Butterflies,’ a Detective Story With ‘Mysticism and a Touch of Body Horror’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Georgian director Ana Urushadze (“Scary Mother”), whose Rotterdam prizewinner “Supporting Role” plays in competition this week at the Sarajevo Film Festival, is prepping her third feature film. “Fear of Butterflies” follows a young woman on the cusp of 30 who is “going through...
Why it matters: ‘Supporting Role’ Director Ana Urushadze Preps ‘Fear of... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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As demand for Meta AI glasses explodes, it’s harder to avoid creepy recordings
Ars looks at Zuckoff, the latest free app detecting Meta AI glasses amid privacy backlash.
Why it matters: As demand for Meta AI glasses explodes, it’s... reshapes the tech landscape.
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