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Baldur's Gate 3, Clair Obscur actor Jennifer English withdraws from Tides of Annihilation to "look after her mental and physical health"
The award-winning actor, Jennifer English, has withdrawn from Eclipse Glow Games' action game Tides of Annihilation to "look after [her] mental and physical health". Read more
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Anne Hathaway Shares ‘Princess Diaries 3’ Update After Having To “Start Over”: “We Had A Story Breakthrough”
Anne Hathaway is giving an update on The Princess Diaries 3 after years in development. In a new interview, Hathaway revealed that the script they had been working on had to be scrapped for a new direction and that they had recently had a “breakthrough.” “I’m busy making baby ...
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Pavement Perform Clunky Cover of “Stairway to Heaven” In Fun Tour Opening Date
The indie rock band showed they were loose and limber on the their short U.S. tour, which hits St. Paul, Chicago, Cleveland, Richmond, and Nashville. Pavement Perform Clunky Cover of “Stairway to Heaven” In Fun Tour Opening Date Travis Bland
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The FBI reportedly won’t investigate ICE anymore
According to the New York Times, federal agents have been told that the FBI will no longer be investigating confrontations involving ICE agents. The DHS and DOJ denied the change in policy to The Times. The reported change in guidance follows renewed scrutiny of violence by IC...
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Ferry carrying 133 passengers and crew sinks off Guyana coast
Fifteen children are among 67 people rescued, officials say, with dozens still missing.
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How to Watch Justin Bieber, BTS, Madonna, and Shakira’s World Cup Final Halftime Show for Free
This star-studded lineup also includes Burna Boy and Gustavo Dudamel. Here's where you can stream the performance without paying
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Noah Kahan’s Queens Concert Canceled Due to Inclement Weather: ‘I’m Devastated’
Saturday's show at Citi Field canceled at last minute after "it became clear that it wasn't safe for us, the crew or all of you"; singer still booked to play Sunday night at Mets' stadium
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Carnaby's cockatoos exposed to dangerous pesticide concentrations in WA's Wheatbelt
A new Murdoch University study has uncovered alarming levels of pesticide contamination in the food sources of endangered Carnaby's cockatoos in the Wheatbelt—including concentrations well above regulatory limits found in seed spills near grain silos.
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Universal and Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' sails to $124.5 million opening
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" tallied an estimated $124.5 million at the domestic box office, with IMAX screenings fueling a big haul.
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Game of Thrones: War for Westeros RTS delayed to 2027 to "ensure the game reaches the high level of quality we are aiming for"
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The 1975’s Matty Healy & Gabbriette Bechtel Marry at Madonna’s Former L.A. Estate
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Cliff Bleszinski Blames Personal Ego And Alcohol Issues For Boss Key’s Failure
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TechCrunch Mobility: The battle over robotaxi rules
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Nintendo maintenance schedule – July 19, 2026 – Switch Online downtime still planned
Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of July 19, 2026. We recently reported that Nintendo Switch Online has a session on the docket. That’s still the case, with Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch set to be impacted during the middle of August. As of now, no fu...
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A century-old stellar mystery may finally have an explanation
For more than a century, astronomers have puzzled over a strange discrepancy in the historical record. Theta Eridani, a modest star in the constellation Eridanus, is the third-brightest star in its constellation, with a magnitude of 2.9. But ancient astronomers described it ve...
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Telemundo Scores U.S. Spanish-Language Rights To UEFA Champions League
Gooooooooooooal!!!!! Telemundo is not done with soccer after the World Cup final, as the U.S.-based network has scored the Spanish-language rights to all of UEFA’s men’s club competitions. The deal is for three seasons and begins with the 2027-28 season and includes the Spanis...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Jan and Dean’s Dean Torrence Is Still Cruising, 60 Years After ‘Deadman’s Curve’ Crash
The surf-rock icon sang lead on the Beach Boys classic "Barbara Ann," but his life was never the same after his musical partner Jan Berry was involved in a devastating car accident
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‘The Odyssey’ Seizes $124M Opening in Box Office Triumph
Christopher Nolan's star-packed mythological epic revitalized the summer box office with this year's biggest live-action debut and the acclaimed filmmaker's highest-grossing global launch.
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‘The Odyssey’ Conquers $264M+ Around The World, Best Ever For Christopher Nolan Ahead Of ‘Dark Knight Rises’ – Global B.O. Sunday Update
SUNDAY AM: Odysseus’ boatload of cash from his global voyage just got bigger with Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey raking in $264.1M worldwide, again a record start for the director ahead of Dark Knight Rises ($249M WW). The foreign start of $139.6M is also the d...
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Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Stuns With $124 Million Opening Weekend, Third-Biggest Debut of the Year
It’s a box office debut fit for a king. Christopher Nolan’s action epic “The Odyssey” ignited to $124.5 million from 3,919 domestic theaters over the weekend, defying expectations and setting up the R-rated spectacle for a long, long journey in theaters. These ticket sales are...
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US and Iran trade fire after two US soldiers killed in Jordan
Kuwait says an electricity and water plant is on fire after the second such attack in two days. Iran says US strikes hit an under-construction nuclear power plant.
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‘Shark Tank’ Star Kevin O’Leary Sued After Claiming Data Center Critics Had Connections With China
Fox News is also named in the suit for airing O'Leary's comments.
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Where to Stream the 2026 IndyCar Music City Grand Prix Online
One of the biggest IndyCar races of the year is on after the World Cup today. Here’s how to livestream it for free
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FIFA World Cup Final 2026 Livestream: Here’s Where to Watch the Spain vs. Argentina Online
After a month of gameplay, the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final starts on Sunday, July 19. For the 23rd edition of the international soccer tournament final, the match takes place at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Kick off is at 3 p.m. E...
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‘The End of Oak Street’ Preview: Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor Try Not to Get Eaten Alive by Dinosaurs in 14 Minutes of 4DX Footage
What’s more thrilling than watching dinosaurs try to eat people alive on the big screen? Watching dinosaurs try to eat people alive on the big screen in 4DX, as unveiled in a special preview of “The End of Oak Street” on Saturday night in Los Angeles. In the sci-fi movie from ...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Infrared tech is decades old – why does almost every TV remote use it?
Bluetooth may seem the obvious next step in the remote's evolution, but there are reasons that infrared hasn't died out.
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The people sewing your clothes can’t see the stitches clearly — a $10 pair of glasses could unlock $27 billion in gains
A trial found every $1 spent on vision screening returned $3.37 in productivity: "Before I got the glasses, it took me a long time to thread the needle."
Why it matters: The people sewing your clothes can’t see the... reflects a broader economic trend.
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FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show 2026: How to Watch Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS & Others Live Online Free
Here's everything you need to know about FIFA's big day of soccer and live music performances.
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Jennifer Finch, L7 Bassist and Tireless Indie-Rock Champion, Dies After Battle With Brain Cancer
Jennifer Finch, bassist, singer and songwriter for the veteran indie-rock band L7, died Saturday after a battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to a statement from the band’s rep. She was 59. A popular and well-known presence on the indie-rock scene of the 1...
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Trump officials were trying to use a Biden rule to gut billions in grants — a judge just said no
New Jersey's AG says the cuts held "critical programs hostage" to political whims; the judge agreed the clause doesn't say what the administration claims.
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Trump hails World Cup as huge win for America: ‘It turned out we were a soccer country, and I think it’s going to remain’
White House FIFA Task Force head Andrew Giuliani said we're not just talking about amazing games, but "all these incredible, incredible cultural moments.”
The big picture: Trump hails World Cup as huge win for... — reflects a broader economic trend.
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Health officials identify source of US explosive diarrhoea outbreak
The US Food and Drug Administration says iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms and sold at Taco Bell and Walmart locations was the source of cyclosporiasis infections.
BBC World reports: Health officials identify source of US explosive diarrhoea... — this could reshape the global order.
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The Odyssey’s Box Office Performance Proves Elon Musk Wrong Once Again
With an estimated $257 million world wide in the opening weekend, The Odyssey wasn't phased by the tech mogul's racism tirade. The Odyssey’s Box Office Performance Proves Elon Musk Wrong Once Again Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this taps into a cultural moment.
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Orchid is a delightfully retro and approachable hipster synth
In 2017, I bought an old Magnus chord organ off Craigslist for $10. It's one of my favorite music gear purchases. Electric chord organs let you play full chords with just a press of a button, making them perfect for aspiring singer-songwriters or fooling around at home. But ch...
The Verge reports: Orchid is a delightfully retro and approachable hipster... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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The Democrats suddenly have a 39-year-old Senate warrior tearing into Trump and ‘Prince Don and Prince Eric’: Jon Ossoff
Ossoff is running for reelection on Trump as a “national disgrace” leading a “Mar-a-Lago mafia” and “the most corrupt administration of all time.”
Fortune reports: The Democrats suddenly have a 39-year-old Senate warrior... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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‘The Odyssey’ Slays With $124M+ U.S. Opening: ‘A’ CinemaScore, Best Live-Action Haul Of 2026, Record For Matt Damon As Lead & More – Box Office Sunday AM Update
SUNDAY AM: Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey had a great hold on Saturday of $41.66M -17% off Friday/previews taking its overall weekend to $124.5M, which breaks a slew of records we’ve been telling you about over the weekend including the best domestic start YTD ...
Deadline reports: ‘The Odyssey’ Slays With $124M+ U.S. Opening: ‘A’... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Ask her about why AIPAC spent $30 million on her Michigan Senate campaign and she’ll talk for 800 words about anything else
Haley Stevens has largely avoided discussing the organization directly, even as its spending has reshaped the race.
Fortune reports: Ask her about why AIPAC spent $30 million... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Tate brothers fled Romania — and rape allegations — on a private jet. Now they’re in a Miami jail cell
Their lawyer calls the new UK charges "filth and slander," but U.S. Marshals didn't wait to find out.
The big picture: Tate brothers fled Romania — and rape allegations... — may shift market dynamics.
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Creality K2 SE 3D printer price slashed by 17%, now under $250 — grab a competitive entry-level high-speed multicolor device at a bargain price
The Creality K2 SE drops to $248.99 in this limited-time deal, making it a great option for anyone looking to start 3D printing but want to have access to some advanced features.
Tom's Hardware reports: Creality K2 SE 3D printer price slashed by... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Conservatives Admit The Odyssey Was “Really Really Good”
Ben Shapiro, Fox News, and rght-wingers are throwing their support behind Christopher Nolan's latest epic. Conservatives Admit The Odyssey Was “Really Really Good” Alex Young
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20 Best Sword-and-Sandal Films, From ‘The Odyssey’ to ‘Gladiator’
It’s been decades since cinemagoers have been treated to a high quality sword-and-sandal film, so leave it to the great Christopher Nolan to reinvigorate the dying genre with his thrilling take on Homer’s classic “The Odyssey.” Needless to say, Elon Musk and his army of trolls...
Why it matters: 20 Best Sword-and-Sandal Films, From ‘The Odyssey’ to... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Birdfy’s solar-powered smart feeder is down to one of its best prices
Birdfy has kicked off a midyear sale, taking up to 40 percent off a range of its smart bird feeders. One of the best deals is on Netvue’s Birdfy Feeder AI-Powered Smart Bird Feeder with Camera, which has dropped to $149.99 at Birdfy and is its second-best price to date. The bu...
The Verge reports: Birdfy’s solar-powered smart feeder is down to one... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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'The mid-2000s was the golden era of first-person shooters': David Syzmankski, creator of Dusk and Iron Lung, discusses the games on his PC
The New Blood dev guides us through the games in his Steam library.
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New AI blood test predicts heart disease 15 years early
A new AI-powered blood test could give people a remarkably early warning of serious heart and circulation problems. Developed by researchers at the University of Hong Kong, CardiOmicScore analyzes thousands of proteins and metabolites to estimate the risk of six major cardiova...
The big picture: New AI blood test predicts heart disease 15... — opens new research frontiers.
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U.S. says it targeted Iranian forces after attacks that killed two American service members
Centcom says it hit Iran's coastal surveillance and air defense facilities a day after two U.S. troops were killed in an Iranian strike on Jordan.
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Marathon director Joe Ziegler leaves Bungie just four months after launch
Marathon director Joe Ziegler has left Bungie after three and a half years at the studio. Read more
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The 1975's Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel in Los Angeles
The newlyweds were first linked in 2023 after Healy's brief relationship with Taylor Swift.
BBC World reports: The 1975's Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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The market for psychedelic drugs to treat mental health conditions gets a big buy signal
Eli Lilly's acquisition of psychedelic drug maker AtaiBeckley extends Big Pharma's embrace of a stigmatized class of medications for treating mental health.
The big picture: The market for psychedelic drugs to treat mental... — may shift market dynamics.
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How The PS2 Hardware And Lord Of The Rings Shaped The Development Of Final Fantasy 10
Square Enix veterans recently reflected on a key decision in the game's development
Why it matters: How The PS2 Hardware And Lord Of The... may set a new standard for the genre.
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AMD's next-gen 10-core 'Medusa Point' APU shows up on Geekbench again, with its best score yet — leaked SKU outpaces every other x86 mobile chip in the single-core test
AMD's next 10-core mobile part from the Medusa Point family is looking a lot faster than its previous two Gorgon Point and Strix Point SKUs, respectively. Early leaks keep highlighting an ever-improving part that has just benched its best score yet.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
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National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals: Score free food from Dairy Queen, Ben & Jerrys, Target, and more
National Ice Cream Day 2026 takes place on July 15. Score free food from Dairy Queen, Ben & Jerry's, Target, and more.
The big picture: National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals: Score free... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Lawsuit says AI tool disproportionately places Black prisoners in maximum security in Ontario
A class action lawsuit alleges an AI risk-assessment tool used in Ontario jails disproportionately places Black prisoners in maximum security.
Mashable reports: Lawsuit says AI tool disproportionately places Black prisoners... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.
Why it matters: Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Hackers abuse ViPNet software to target Russian govt agencies
An advanced threat actor is abusing the update mechanism for the ViPNet private networking product suite to target Russian organizations, including government agencies. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Hackers abuse ViPNet software to target Russian govt... — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
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US Marshals arrest the Tate brothers in Miami
The manosphere influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested Saturday in Miami by US Marshals in relation to new rape and sex trafficking charges in England. According to the Associated Press, British authorities are seeking the brothers' extradition. The new charges facin...
The Verge reports: US Marshals arrest the Tate brothers in Miami — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Zilog Z80 turns 50 as an open-source replacement heads to drop-in DIP40 silicon — iconic 8-bit CPU launched in July 1976 and was discontinued in 2024
The original Z80 packed 8,500 transistors on a 4μm process and typically ran at 2.5 MHz.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
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Jay Jay French says fans will “ultimately decide” verdict on Sebastian Bach as Twisted Sister’s new vocalist
"We got a guy whose pedigree is metal," he said of Bach, who is taking over from Dee Snider on their upcoming dates The post Jay Jay French says fans will “ultimately decide” verdict on Sebastian Bach as Twisted Sister’s new vocalist appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Jay Jay French says fans will “ultimately decide”... is making waves across platforms.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested in Miami, Await Extradition to U.K. on New Rape Charges
Sibling influencers face new charges of rape, sex trafficking, and "offenses relating to indecent images of a child," the Crown Prosecution Service said Sunday
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
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Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for July 23, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese Switch and Switch 2 release schedule on eShop for the week of July 23, 2026. Various new titles are on the way, highlighted by Splatoon Raiders, Final Fantasy 10/10-2 HD Remaster, and more. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedu...
Why it matters: Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for July 23, 2026 reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Taylor Farms Expands Iceberg Lettuce Recall to 27 States Amid Cyclospora Outbreak
The F.D.A. said that a new sample from the company’s Mexico facility had tested positive for cyclospora and that the agency was trying to trace affected products.
Why it matters: Taylor Farms Expands Iceberg Lettuce Recall to 27... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Researchers develop methods for breaking down forever chemicals
Researchers at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) have developed two processes—hydrodynamic cavitation and cold atmospheric plasma combined with gas dispersion—to break down per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), industrial chemicals that are extremely resist...
Why it matters: Researchers develop methods for breaking down forever chemicals could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Are workplaces safer? Harassment and violence persist, survey finds
A follow-up national survey developed by Western researchers shows workplace harassment and violence continue to be widespread in Canada, with some signs of improvement. The second national survey on harassment and violence at work in Canada was conducted by Western's Center f...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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‘The Five-Star Weekend’ Is Airport-Novel Shlock at Its Best — And Peacock Knows It
The streamer is leaning into adaptations of popular, easy-reading books, throwing big-name stars at shows and movies that are drawing viewers and acclaim
Why it matters: ‘The Five-Star Weekend’ Is Airport-Novel Shlock at Its... is making waves across platforms.
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Yard Act Loosen Their Collar and Rock Adventurously on ‘You’re Gonna Need A Little Music’
The rising British band’s most musically adventurous album yet delivers rousing highs, even if a few songs struggle to keep pace
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
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The Odyssey Is Christopher Nolan’s Warning for the Imminent Collapse of Our World
This article contains spoilers for The Odyssey. This weekend’s The Odyssey is remarkably faithful to a story that likely dates back more than three millennia. Writer-director Christopher Nolan makes plenty of nips and tucks to the material due to the necessity of modern filmma...
The big picture: The Odyssey Is Christopher Nolan’s Warning for the... — captures the public's attention.
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Nonprofit Current AI is racing to build the World Wide Web of AI, free for all
Current AI, a non-profit building AI that leaves no one culture behind, has made remarkable progress across devices, AI chat and more.
Why it matters: Nonprofit Current AI is racing to build the... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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How Christopher Nolan's 'Interstellar' turned general relativity into the bad guy
As Nolan embarks on "The Odyssey", we look back on the sci-fi movie where time dilation is as cruel as any Greek god.
The big picture: How Christopher Nolan's 'Interstellar' turned general relativity into... — opens new research frontiers.
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Memory chip boss admits RAM prices are 'abnormally high' — SK Group chairman considering building a semiconductor plant in the US to expand supply, calm ‘chipflation’
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won said that prices for memory chips are "abnormally high" and that the industry must take steps to increase production and reduce prices. If it fails to do that, new entrants could challenge the incumbent leaders and make the market much more compe...
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Im watching the Belgian GP for free this weekend — how to live stream F1 for free
How to watch F1 for free. Live stream the Belgian GP in the 2026 F1 season for free from anywhere in the world.
Why it matters: Im watching the Belgian GP for free this... reshapes the tech landscape.
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God of War Laufey star Deborah Ann Woll isn't phased by the negative reactions to its announcement: 'I feel totally unbothered'
"I just know it's great."
PC Gamer reports: God of War Laufey star Deborah Ann Woll... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Xbox Promises A Third Upcoming Exclusive As It Tries To Explain A Confusing Reversal
Why is Halo coming to PS5 but Gears of War: E-Day isn't?
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France orders Polymarket blocked over illegal gambling promotion
France has ordered internet providers to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling promotion and an unresolved rigged-bets investigation.
Mashable reports: France orders Polymarket blocked over illegal gambling promotion — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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UAC-0145 Uses ClickFix CAPTCHAs to Infect Ukrainian Devices wih Malware
Russian state-sponsored threat actors have been observed leveraging the infamous ClickFix strategy to trick Ukrainian targets into infecting their own machines with data-stealing malware. According to the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA), the activity has...
Bottom line from The Hacker News: this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
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AI may make you 'boring' at work, Columbia Business School professor says: How it can hurt your career
Using AI at work in the wrong ways could lead to "gradually falling behind and becoming complacent," said Sandra Matz, a professor at Columbia Business School.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
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Stop asking 'How was work today?' Successful, mentally strong couples ask these 7 questions instead
This question can get you "stuck in a communication rut," says Amy Morin, author of "13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do." Here's what to ask instead.
Why it matters: Stop asking 'How was work today?' Successful, mentally... may shift market dynamics.
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The Clapper was a bad smart home gadget — and a viral sensation
Clap on. Clap off. Well, more like, Clap, pause for half a beat but no longer because otherwise it'll stop hearing you, clap again because you waited too long, clap louder and faster, that didn't work, clap two more times, and suddenly: on. The Clapper didn't always work - and...
The big picture: The Clapper was a bad smart home gadget... — could change how developers build software.
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‘Phantom Twist’ drone spins so fast that it is nearly invisible — flying device adds motion blur to the real world
Researchers from Northwestern University in Illinois have built a drone that rotates so fast it is cloaked by motion blur.
Tom's Hardware reports: ‘Phantom Twist’ drone spins so fast that it... — this could change how developers build software.
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SonicWall SMA Zero-Days Exploited Before Disclosure to Gain Root Access
A previously undocumented threat actor has been attributed to the exploitation of recently disclosed SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) 1000 series VPN appliances as zero-days prior their public disclosure since June 22, 2026. Cybersecurity company Volexity is tracking the ...
The Hacker News reports: SonicWall SMA Zero-Days Exploited Before Disclosure to Gain... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
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Brazil’s Gramado Fest Set to Honor ‘I’m Still Here’ Star Selton Mello and ‘The Secret Agent’ Standout Maria Fernanda Cândido
As Brazil’s explosion on the Oscar and A-Fest scene turns its top actors into international stars, two of its biggest breakouts, “I’m Not Here” co-lead Selton Mello and “The Secret Agent” star María Fernanda Cândido, will be honored at Brazil’s Gramado Film Festival, bringing ...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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A tiny universe in a bottle reveals clues to the origins of life
Researchers have created cosmic dust from scratch by recreating space-like conditions inside glass tubes. The dust contains complex carbon-rich molecules built from elements essential to life and produces infrared signals similar to real material found in space. By studying th...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Netflix paid over $500million in cash for Ben Affleck’s AI company
The streamer disclosed the figure in a securities filing over the weekend The post Netflix paid over $500million in cash for Ben Affleck’s AI company appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Netflix paid over $500million in cash for Ben... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Anger as water supply misery continues for second day
Residents in Kent describe South East Water as "incompetently useless" as supply issues continue.
BBC Business reports: Anger as water supply misery continues for second... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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How to Watch the World Cup Final Halftime Show Live Online
The FIFA World Cup is getting its own Super Bowl-style halftime show for the first time. Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS will co-headline the inaugural FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on Sunday, July 19, during the championship match between Spain and Argentina. Bur...
Variety reports: How to Watch the World Cup Final Halftime... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Congress Must Stop Enabling Trump’s Crypto Corruption
With the CLARITY Act, Washington is cashing in on the crypto industry. Americans will pay the price
The big picture: Congress Must Stop Enabling Trump’s Crypto Corruption — taps into a cultural moment.
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OnePlus died with a whimper, not a bang
OnePlus is dead – actually for real this time. It’s got me looking back on my experiences with the brand’s smartphones, the absolute roller coaster that it was, and how OnePlus briefly sparked joy in a way that no one else way, resulting in two of my favorite Android phones of...
The big picture: OnePlus died with a whimper, not a bang — reshapes the tech landscape.
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10 places in the US and Canada to see August's partial solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower in 1 trip
A partial solar eclipse by day and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower by night make Aug. 12, 2026, one of the best nights for skywatching and camping in years, but only for some parts of North America.
Bottom line from Space.com: this advances our understanding of the world.
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Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59
The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent.
Why it matters: Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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Yung Lean celebrates his 30th birthday at Electric Castle 2026
In partnership with Electric Castle Yung Lean turned 30 at Electric Castle 2026, turning his and Bladee’s joint set into a celebration. Scroll down to watch footage from the Romanian festival now. READ MORE: Yung Lean Interview: An Audience With The Original ‘Sad Boy’ The Swed...
The big picture: Yung Lean celebrates his 30th birthday at Electric... — is making waves across platforms.
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Chase & Status, Yung Lean & Bladee and Nothing But Thieves keep the party going at Electric Castle 2026 day three
Kid Kapichi also delivered a raucous set at the Romanian festival The post Chase & Status, Yung Lean & Bladee and Nothing But Thieves keep the party going at Electric Castle 2026 day three appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Chase & Status, Yung Lean & Bladee and... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Samsung cuts hundreds of US consumer electronics jobs ahead of Texas HQ move — 739 roles affected in New Jersey as chip division posts record profit
Samsung told Reuters that a majority of the affected New Jersey employees received relocation offers, while others were let go.
The big picture: Samsung cuts hundreds of US consumer electronics jobs... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Top Wall Street analysts suggest these 3 dividend stocks for steady income
Here are three dividend-paying stocks that are highlighted by Wall Street's top pros, as tracked by TipRanks.
The big picture: Top Wall Street analysts suggest these 3 dividend... — may shift market dynamics.
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Kalshi adds 3 million new users as prediction market capitalizes on the World Cup
The prediction market has launched some ads featuring soccer players, as well as formed a partnership to display its brand in more places during the tournament.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Jennifer Finch, L7’s Bassist, Dead at 59 from Brain Cancer
"The impact she made on music, art and everyone lucky enough to know her cannot be measured," her bandmates in L7 said in a statement. Jennifer Finch, L7’s Bassist, Dead at 59 from Brain Cancer Alex Young
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
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Hybrid work blurs the line between work and home—here's how couples can set boundaries
Hybrid work has brought many real benefits. Greater flexibility can make it easier to manage work alongside family responsibilities, personal commitments and other demands. But it has also created new challenges, particularly for professional couples trying to build two career...
Why it matters: Hybrid work blurs the line between work and... advances our understanding of the world.
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Fanatics Debuts “We’re Still Wearing It” Campaign Honoring Lionel Messi Ahead of World Cup Final
In what may be the Argentine legend's final game for his nation's national team, the sports company is debuting a film that declares “You Can’t Hang It Up While We’re Still Wearing It.”
The big picture: Fanatics Debuts “We’re Still Wearing It” Campaign Honoring... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Samantha Morton says landing ‘The Odyssey’ role “felt like a rebirth” of her career
“I got to do what I do best for the best. To get the role felt like a second chance to be seen by the wider world" The post Samantha Morton says landing ‘The Odyssey’ role “felt like a rebirth” of her career appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Samantha Morton says landing ‘The Odyssey’ role “felt... shows where the music business is headed.
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Pulp play ‘More’ in full with deep cuts and fan favourites at orchestral Rough Trade 50th anniversary show
Jarvis Cocker and co paid tribute to late bassist Steve Mackey, as well as airing demos, covering ABBA and playing 'Wickerman' for the first time since 2011 at London's Royal Festival Hall The post Pulp play ‘More’ in full with deep cuts and fan favourites at orchestral Rough ...
NME reports: Pulp play ‘More’ in full with deep cuts... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set gets proper reveal with first official images, full details
A now-removed listing from Argos UK has given a proper reveal at the LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade with a bunch of images and full details with a lengthy product description. The set first leaked earlier in the month. We mostly had a single image to go off of, and we heard that the ...
The big picture: LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set gets proper reveal... — signals what players want next.
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The mysterious hum heard around the world may finally have an explanation
The mysterious sound known as The Hum has been reported worldwide for decades, yet its source often remains impossible to find. Researchers tested whether people who hear it have exceptional low-frequency hearing or measurable sounds produced inside their ears, but neither exp...
Why it matters: The mysterious hum heard around the world may... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Alibaba's Qwen takes on Kimi K3 with open-weight Qwen 3.8, says model is "second only to Fable 5"
Alibaba has unveiled Qwen 3.8, a multimodal AI model with 2.4 trillion parameters that the Qwen team says rivals leading models and trails only Fable 5. A preview is available now. The article Alibaba's Qwen takes on Kimi K3 with open-weight Qwen 3.8, says model is "second onl...
The big picture: Alibaba's Qwen takes on Kimi K3 with open-weight... — pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
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Russian drones spotted using screwed-on magnetic compasses as navigation aids — the on-board camera can occasionally tilt down to check bearings if satellite comms are lost
Russian drone troops are adding cheap magnetic compasses to help find their bearings. Crude add-on helps them find their bearings and locate their targets even without GPS.
Tom's Hardware reports: Russian drones spotted using screwed-on magnetic compasses as... — this could change how developers build software.
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Please Stop Recommending Mushoku Tensei
Anime nerds, I'm begging you to be normal for ten seconds and stop suggesting that everyone watch the show about a child groomer
Why it matters: Please Stop Recommending Mushoku Tensei is generating hype in the community.
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Plants that make real dairy protein? Scientists discover an unexpected shortcut
What if the plants growing in a field could one day produce the same proteins that give milk its nutrition, texture and cheese-making properties? A new study brings that possibility a step closer by revealing an unexpected way plant seeds can manufacture and store one of milk'...
The big picture: Plants that make real dairy protein? Scientists discover... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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American Airlines CEO lays out his vision to close a more than $3 billion profit gap
The carrier is working on improving reliability, investing in more premium seats and lounges, and considering Boeing and Airbus for a new wide-body plane order.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
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Housing costs is the top political issue for young voters, CNBC survey finds
The cost of housing is the top priority for voters ages 18 to 34, besting food and healthcare cost concerns, the CNBC All-America Economic Survey found.
Why it matters: Housing costs is the top political issue for... reflects a broader economic trend.
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The future of physical games is not looking great
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on video games and physical media, follow Jay Peters. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started As...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers how black holes feed themselves
Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have gotten a glimpse at the mechanisms that supermassive black holes use to feed themselves.
Space.com reports: James Webb Space Telescope discovers how black holes... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Gears of War's creator is considering returning to game development, but whatever he makes won't be PvP like his last efforts: "Good luck to anyone in that space."
"Players just want to hop online with friends and shoot some stuff."
Why it matters: Gears of War's creator is considering returning to... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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From coffee grounds to guinea pig bedding - the composters keeping it local
Food waste is a resource like water and should be kept in communities, compost champions say.
Why it matters: From coffee grounds to guinea pig bedding -... advances our understanding of the world.
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Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities
Five people are killed and at least 35 injured as Ukraine's two largest cities are targeted, as Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure.
Bottom line from BBC World: this has global implications.
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Coil whine can be musical, demonstrates engineering student — this usually hated noise can make some people happy
Video shows that electronic noise pollution can become music.
Tom's Hardware reports: Coil whine can be musical, demonstrates engineering student... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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As mosquito ranges expand, better monitoring is key to preventing disease
Monitoring is expensive and labor intensive. But it helps public health officials stop outbreaks.
The big picture: As mosquito ranges expand, better monitoring is key... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Shark scientists gets £1m to help protect them
Natural England's Species Recovery Programme will focus on the blue shark, porbeagle and tope.
BBC Science reports: Shark scientists gets £1m to help protect them — this advances our understanding of the world.
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Observations investigate the nature of a peculiar supernova
An international team of astronomers has performed follow-up observations of a peculiar Type Ia supernova designated SN 2023vjh. Results of the observational campaign, published July 9 on the preprint server arXiv, deliver important insights into the nature of this explosion.
The big picture: Observations investigate the nature of a peculiar supernova — opens new research frontiers.
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The grueling, 630-mile road race where the only fuel is sunlight
On July 19th, dozens of teams of high school students will begin a five-day, 630-mile road race from Fort Worth to Fort Stockton in Texas. But this is not your typical contest. The students design and build the cars themselves, using off-the-shelf parts and 3D printed material...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing Over 100
Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks.
Why it matters: Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing... could change how developers build software.
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How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify
A recent update made video playback the default for songs and podcasts with a visual component. If you just want to listen to music—and save your data and battery—follow these tips.
Wired reports: How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify — this is one to watch for the industry.
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'GTA 6 needs this': This GTA 5 prison mod turns one of roleplay's most enduring staples into a game within a game
With flavours of Shawshank , this player-made masterstroke is a world unto itself.
Why it matters: 'GTA 6 needs this': This GTA 5 prison... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation
Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel.
Why it matters: Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation may shift market dynamics.
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The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Over 20)
Get those lost minerals back with the help of our top electrolyte powders, tablets, drops, and chews for athletes, partiers, and everyone in between.
The big picture: The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Over... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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State anti-DEI laws alter the graduate student experience, study finds
A new study by University of Delaware professor Jarett Haley and others explored how racially minoritized graduate students understood the impacts of proposed or enacted state anti–diversity, equity and inclusion (anti-DEI) laws on their experiences in racial/ethnic graduate s...
The big picture: State anti-DEI laws alter the graduate student experience,... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Google Deepmind argues video generators already contain the world models computer vision has been missing
Google Deepmind's GenCeption repurposes a video generator for classic vision tasks such as depth estimation and segmentation, matching state-of-the-art systems with far less training data. The model trained almost entirely on synthetic videos. Its results add to the debate ove...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
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Matty Healy and Gabbriette Bechtel marry in star-studded wedding at Madonna’s former estate
The pair first announced their engagement in June 2024 The post Matty Healy and Gabbriette Bechtel marry in star-studded wedding at Madonna’s former estate appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Matty Healy and Gabbriette Bechtel marry in star-studded... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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How a virtual LAN can better protect your home network - and the best way to get started
You might think a basic LAN setup is secure enough, but there could be issues lurking that require device isolation to ensure your security.
ZDNet reports: How a virtual LAN can better protect your... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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The Search for Another Earth-Like Planet Just Took a Big Step Forward
Astronomers have discovered a rocky exoplanet that has an atmosphere and sits within the habitable zone of a solar system.
Bottom line from Wired: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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The Sunday Papers
Sundays are for realising that there's a car in Japan's Super GT racing series this year which is sponsored by horse girl game Umamusume Pretty Derby. Here it is. It's been racing in the GT300 category against, among other cars, a Mercedes sponsored by Hatsune Miku. I'm not su...
The big picture: The Sunday Papers — signals what players want next.
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Crazed enthusiast runs PC on 192 AA batteries, successfully boots into Hannah Montana Linux — System is stable during stress testing and even plays FreeDoom
A creator by the name of "Uwoslab" just jerry-rigged three battery banks together, each made up of 64 AA Alkaline cells, to form a giant 192-cell array that's enough to power an AM4 system.
The big picture: Crazed enthusiast runs PC on 192 AA batteries,... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Clever hacker fits 537,000 domains in a tiny $5 ESP32 ad-blocking dongle — firmware uses only around 50KB of RAM and can answer blocked lookups in 10 milliseconds
This project uses a clever hashing trick to fit over half a million blocked domains into just 4MB of flash memory.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Scientists told them, 'No, it's too dangerous,' but they did it anyway: Inside Japan's super-close asteroid flyby
Japan's Hayabusa2 spacecraft returned spectacular images of a near-Earth asteroid following a super-close flyby on July 5, but heated debate was needed before teams signed off on the daring attempt.
Why it matters: Scientists told them, 'No, it's too dangerous,' but... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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007: First Light was originally going to be less about James Bond and more of 'an ensemble piece', with 'all the 00s working together, as they do in Slovakia'
"You had the different agents working together."
PC Gamer reports: 007: First Light was originally going to be... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game?
Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance?
BBC World reports: Messi on the brink of history - will... — this affects international relations.
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We Don’t Have a Clean Indoor Air Act. Are Air Purifiers the Answer?
The Clean Air Act only covers outdoor air, but some pollutants lurk indoors. I consulted experts to determine whether air purifiers are enough to protect our airways.
Why it matters: We Don’t Have a Clean Indoor Air Act.... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Energy price shocks slow state economies; spur energy efficiency investments
Rising energy prices in the U.S. reduce states' economic output, but they also prompt investments in more efficient equipment and technologies that partially offset those output losses over time, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State.
Why it matters: Energy price shocks slow state economies; spur energy... opens new research frontiers.
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Image: The growing crescent of Mars as NASA's psyche mission approaches
This composite of images taken by NASA's Psyche mission shows the crescent of Mars grow as the spacecraft approached the planet for a gravity assist from May 2 to May 15, 2026.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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Moonshot's Kimi K3 outperforms Fable 5 in frontend code but lags far behind in complex math
Moonshot's Kimi K3 is the first Chinese model to top the Code Arena: Frontend rankings, beating Claude Fable 5 and GPT-5.6 Sol by a wide margin. But on advanced math, the gap is stark: Kimi K3 scores only about 39 percent on FrontierMath Tier 4, while models from OpenAI and An...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this raises questions about AI's role.
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Gen X built their whole identity on never needing help. Retirement is the one door they can’t unlock alone
I'm a latchkey kid myself and I know from personal experience that "one more year" is never really about the money — it's about who you are without a job.
Why it matters: Gen X built their whole identity on never... reflects a broader economic trend.
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World Cup halftime show today: What time to watch Justin Bieber, BTS, Madonna, and Shakira live
Justin Bieber, BTS, Madonna, and Shakira are performing during the World Cup final. Here’s when and where to watch.
The big picture: World Cup halftime show today: What time to... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. How to Claim Part of the Settlement
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing.
The big picture: Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store... — is one to watch for the industry.
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