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World · Nikkei Asia

Pakistan eyes cheaper, faster Persian Gulf remittance with Arab Buna link

ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan is preparing to connect its domestic payment system backed by its central bank with the Arab Monetary Fund's Buna network by the Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Baby bank helping more parents in full-time work

The couple who run the bank say they are in "desperate need" of baby formula as demand is so high.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Japan's disaster worries lift demand for emergency supplies

TOKYO -- A series of natural disasters across Japan is driving increasing interest in preparing supplies for emergencies. Small-to-medium-sized enterp Read original ↗

Science · NASA · Official source

APOD: 2026 September 21 – Cocoon Nebula Wide Field

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 21 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

UK should 'team up' with Canada in new Europe alliance, Canadian minister tells BBC

It comes after European Commission President proposed "opening the door" for Canada to become an associate member of the EU.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

VinFast taxi affiliate launches first overseas motorbike service in Jakarta

HO CHI MINH CITY -- Vietnam's electric taxi operator Green and Smart Mobility (GSM) recently launched VinFast motorbike taxis in Jakarta, its first tw Read original ↗

World · BBC News

German Chancellor Merz calls state election a 'disaster' for his party but vows to stay on

Exit polls show damaging losses for Merz's centre-right CDU party in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Berlin.Read original ↗

Science · Nikkei Asia

'Japan' factor draws Turkish students to new science college in Ankara

ANKARA -- A new Japan-linked science and engineering university will open its doors to some of Turkey's best students on Oct. 5 after years of legal w Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Nvidia boss rejects AI extinction fears as 'doomsday narratives'

Jensen Huang's comments come after warnings from AI researchers that the technology could lead to human extinction.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

One mobile number, two phones: What is iPhone handoff and which carriers support it?

If you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you're going to want to set up Handoff.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

ICE agent shoots man in Texas after traffic stop, city officials say

A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer has reportedly shot a man in Texas after a traffic stop - leading to an anti-ICE protest at the scene.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Wired vs. wireless internet: Which should you choose for your home?

Wired and wireless internet are both ways that ISPs deliver service to your home, but one isn't necessarily superior to the other.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

‘Our hearts shattered’: Family of student pilot killed in crash mourns victims of latest Harv’s Air plane crash

The family of a student pilot who died in a mid-air collision in Steinbach last summer is shattered to hear two people are dead after another plane crash Friday evening.Read original ↗

Technology · The Free Press

Tyler Cowen: A Doomsday Scenario for American AI

The U.S. is slouching toward heavy regulation while China is poised to rush ahead, writes Tyler Cowen. Beijing will then dominate everything from global arms sales to healthcare.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Which major chatbot apps work with CarPlay?

If you aren't happy with Siri while driving, several other chatbot apps are compatible with CarPlay now.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

7 ways to get free movies and TV channels on your smart TV

With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Will you get £13,000 a year when you stop working? Here's how to check

How to find out how much state pension you're likely to receive - and what you can do about it now.Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

What food items should you stock up on in case of an emergency?

Extreme weather may be changing the way we need to shop, with the UK government urging people to stock up on canned goods.Read original ↗

Technology · Sky News Technology

Why our nation's beloved cup of tea may be under threat

It's said that a cup of tea solves everything - but there are now warnings of supply shortages for our nation's much-beloved brew.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to join a FaceTime call with your Android phone or Windows PC

FaceTime isn't actually an Apple-exclusive feature. While it's not the full experience, joining calls is possible on Android and Windows devices.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Poilievre says Canada will never be ’28th state’ of EU at Ontario rally

The Opposition leader says Canada already has a free trade agreement with Europe and close defence ties with the continent through NATO, but he doesn’t support European laws.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC

Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.Read original ↗

Technology · Global News

Rising use of AI in Canadian courtrooms creates divide

Canadian courts are seeing a rise in use of artificial intelligence sparking access to justice and valuable work experience from law students away, experts say.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is in early beta - Here's how to try it

SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is a digital 'teammate' that can handle complex and boring tasks that would otherwise clutter your day. Here's how to get up and running.Read original ↗

Federal immigration agent shoots and injures man in Austin, Texas

The Department of Homeland Security said Monday it was leading the investigation into the officer involved in a shooting of "an illegal alien from Venezuela" during an operation…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

6 days left to save up to $200 to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Current ticket pricing ends in 6 days on Sept. 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Join 10,000+ founders, investors and tech leaders at Disrupt and save up to $200 on your ticket until then.Read original ↗

Poison suspected in deaths of ten lions in game reserve in Tanzania

The lions were found dead inside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a popular wildlife reserve in Tanzania. Deaths raise concerns over wildlife poisonings in East Africa.Read original ↗

Science · The Free Press

How to Fake Climate Science and Fool the World

Was the recent disaster in the Himalayas caused by climate change? A study published by an influential climate group said yes.…Read original ↗

World · The Free Press

The President Versus the Press

By barring reporters from the White House, Donald Trump is once again demonstrating his administration’s willingness to ride roughshod over the fourth estate.Read original ↗

World · The Free Press

Israel Won the Battles. Did It Lose the War?

Three years after October 7, Hamas remains active, Israel is an international pariah, and tens of thousands of civilians have died, writes Yardena Schwartz.…Read original ↗

Business · Nikkei Asia

China's Unitree Robotics stock falls by half in month after listing

DALIAN, China -- Shares of Unitree Robotics have declined more than 50% from the opening price a month ago when the Chinese startup debuted on the Sha Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Man, 82, dies after beach fight with 76-year-old over sunlounger in Greece

One eyewitness said the scene was so chaotic that screaming could be heard from the other end of the beach.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigns as BC Conservatives leader

Kerry-Lynne Findlay's resignation as leader comes just hours after Surrey-Serpentine River MLA Linda Hepner said she was resigning from caucus.Read original ↗

Business · Nikkei Asia

China slow-walks yuan appreciation as US, Europe demand trade rebalancing

NEW YORK/SHANGHAI -- As presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet this week amid rising trade tensions, a familiar Western demand is resurfacing: le Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

World model companies are keeping a lot of secrets

Everyone in the world-models space is sitting on a pile of cash and a ton of buzz, but good luck getting anyone — from the founders to their own data suppliers — to tell you…Read original ↗

Science · Global News

Canada, France pledge to work together on space infrastructure, business

A spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office said the countries plan to work together on infrastructure that can receive data from satellites.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode?

A Smart TV doesn't just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote. They're designed to perform a number of important tasks without you realising.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Rare disease? Chronic illness? Fame awaits as a 'sickfluencer'

We live in an age of extraordinary psychological misery. Depression, anxiety, and suicide are tearing through younger generations, with young women facing some of the steepest…Read original ↗

World · Global News

Another MLA leaves BC Conservative caucus as potential snap election looms

Linda Hepner, MLA for Surrey-Serpentine River, resigned from caucus on Sunday and criticized the party leadership's "willingness to listen."Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Sister of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan arrested

Aleema Khanum is accused of mobilising her brother’s supporters ahead of country-wide protests.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Deaths of three women in sea at Brighton had no criminal involvement, police say

Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters from Uxbridge were found on 13 May The deaths of three sisters found in the sea off Brighton beach did not involve any…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

A Christian guide to trolling without sinning

Donald Trump did not invent political trolling, but he may be its most gifted modern practitioner. His opponents still do not understand the tactic, which is why he runs circles…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Is the AI industry really ready to slow down?

On Equity, we debated whether Ai executives are serious about wanting to slow down.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to use ChatGPT to make stickers for iMessage and WhatsApp

The default sticker options in iMessage and WhatsApp are cool but maybe a little limited. Now, with help from ChatGPT's AI tool, things have got a bit more fun.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Retroid Pocket unexpectedly expands its Duo lineup with a Lite Plus version

The handheld maker is offering free exchanges for any Duo Lite customers who want to upgrade.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

ScrollEd wants to turn textbooks into TikTok

ScrollEd turns textbooks into a scrollable, Instagram-like feed with video, audio, and quizzes. The Palo Alto startup, founded by student co-founders (and spouses) Utsav Gupta…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad

E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Nick Freitas says Democrats aren't socialists — they're something worse

Democrats often shy away from the terms communist or socialist while throwing the term fascist at conservatives, and BlazeTV host Nick Freitas points out that they might be…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Feds set to make major changes to Canada’s labour code

It's expected the government will put forward changes to Canada's labour code to give it more power to intervene in strikes and lockouts.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to customize the side button on your Samsung Galaxy phone

The side button on Samsung's Galaxy phones has performed different functions over the years, but you can really make it do whatever you want.Read original ↗

Germany's Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced a major electoral setback in two state elections, with his center-right party losing ground.…Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Baltic spy chiefs warn Moscow is preparing for more decisive action in Europe

Exclusive: intelligence officers warn campaign against Nato could intensify ‘in months, not years’ – but panic will play into Kremlin psy-ops European intelligence officials…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Trump says triumphal arch will be military complex with drones and snipers

Trump said the updated plans were at the request of the US military and for national security purposes.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Police arrest Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's sister ahead of march

Police have arrested Aleema Khan, the sister of Pakistan's jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan at her house in Lahore, according to a spokesperson from his political party.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Joby Aviation completed a fully autonomous flight from California to North Carolina

The startup is looking to expand beyond electric air taxi rides in major cities.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Japan PM Takaichi's approval rating stays at 62% after cabinet reshuffle

TOKYO -- Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet remained at 62% in the latest poll by Nikkei and TV Tokyo, following last Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

What's the 30-degree rule for TVs?

The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers has a simple method for calculating the ideal viewing distance based on your TV size.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

How a forgotten Christian practice is rewriting the history of the early church

For 1,500 years, a tiny sheet of gold lay folded inside a copper case in what is now central Turkey.…Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Under-pressure German leader says state election result a 'disaster'

Under-pressure German ‌Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described a state election result as a "disaster" but vowed to stay in office.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Alibaba's open-weight Qwen-Image-2.1 claims to beat closed models in image generation with just 7 billion parameters

Alibaba's Qwen team has released Qwen-Image-2.1, an open-weight model that generates and edits images on powerful consumer GPUs, with support for transparency and up to ten…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Tencent's Gander aims to keep talking while it works in the background

Tencent's Gander processes speech, images, and text while handling tasks in the background. A "cerebellum" keeps the conversation going, while a swappable "brain" searches…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to set up your Sonos speakers using the app

Whether you just got a Sonos speaker or you're adding one to your current setup, you'll need to use the app.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

City council to finalize Green Line LRT alignment through Calgary’s downtown next week

Earlier this month, a city committee endorsed a surface alignment into Calgary's downtown core along 10 Avenue S.W. instead of an elevated track.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Road closure detours for hockey fans heading to Saddledome Farewell season

With hockey season fast approaching, fans are being warned about a series of road closures surrounding the Saddledome as Scotia Place construction continues. Bella Finn reports.Read original ↗

Trump says his D.C. arch will serve as 'military complex' with snipers and drones

President Trump has claimed that military operations are needed at his proposed triumphal arch in Washington D.C., in order to protect national security.…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

A small but growing number of founders are betting on bringing people together offline

Brynn Putnam and Tristan Walker have already done something that most founders only dream about: created companies so compelling that bigger outfits bought them.…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Before you throw out your old laptop, do this first

Giving away or recycling your old laptop is great, but you need to make sure all your data is fully removed before it finds a new home.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

North Korea launches 2 ballistic missiles toward sea, South Korea says

Kim Jong Un has been focusing on expanding his nuclear arsenal after his earlier high-stakes diplomacy with Trump collapsed in 2019.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Suspect sought in hate-motivated assault case, Toronto police say

Police say the suspect pushed the victim while making anti-immigrant comments before fleeing the area. The public is being asked to contact police if they have any information.Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Ed Davey calls for immediate 10p cut to fuel duty

Sir Ed blamed Donald Trump's war with Iran for damaging the UK economy and pushing fuel prices up.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

These small changes can improve your home surround sound in a big way

If you've just set up your speakers wherever they fit, you're probably not getting the best sound from your surround system.Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Lib Dems vow to end 'computer says no' economy to boost growth

Deputy leader Daisy Cooper also proposes a Growth and Defence Partnership with the EU in a speech to her party conference.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Bear-y good neighbors: humans and animals are learning to live together in an expanding LA

People are increasingly crossing paths with the wild animals as homes ring the outskirts of forests, sparking a new era of coexistence Every year, as summer draws to a close and…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Is the original Nintendo Switch still worth buying in 2026?

Buying Nintendo's older console used makes plenty of sense, but a one new is much harder to justify.Read original ↗

World · Global News

Trump says planned arch in Washington to become military complex

The arch, proposed for a circle adjacent to the Memorial Bridge, is one of several projects that the Republican president is pursuing to leave his lasting imprint on Washington.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Ten lions found dead in suspected poisoning

Ten lions were found dead in Tanzania's Ngorongoro wildlife reserve on Friday, with preliminary findings suggesting they may have been poisoned, the area's management authority…Read original ↗

World · Global News

Trump says rising gas prices ‘inexpensive price to pay’ for Iran war

The national average for a gallon of gas reached US$4.48 on Friday, according to AAA, up roughly 17 cents over the last week, 40 cents in a month and $1.27 from a year ago.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Winamp will be reborn in 2027 to take on streaming

It's coming back with a monthly subscription.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

'Pro-life' cannot stop at opposing abortion

On August 10, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey (D) signed Chapter 188, “An Act Prioritizing Patient Access to Care,” changing state law governing abortion after 24 weeks of…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Private Canadian English language school shutters, files for bankruptcy

The school said in a notice it had done "everything possible" to ensure it had the resources it needed to operate, but it could no longer continue to operate.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Canada’s ability to spy overseas under microscope by MPs, senators

A CSIS memo prepared last year said that in an uncertain geopolitical environment, Canada's demand for such foreign intelligence might grow.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Iran issues warning after 'learning US plans to resume action' following Strait of Hormuz update

Iran has issued a warning after reportedly learning that the US is planning to resume military action – after also insisting the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until its…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Here's what you should look for when buying an Android phone for gaming

If you like gaming on your Android phone, you need a phone that can handle the graphics and processing required.Read original ↗

PHOTOS: The precarious life of fisherfolk

In the bustling heart of the southern Indian city of Chennai is a market that never sleeps, where residents from the poorest neighborhoods wage a battle of survival with the sea.Read original ↗

Technology · GZERO Media

How AI could make the next global catastrophe easier

Nuclear weapons have long represented the ultimate doomsday threat. But investigative journalist and author Annie Jacobsen says biological weapons may pose an even greater risk,…Read original ↗

World · UN News · Official source

The right to development: Why equity, not charity, is a human right

Compare two children born in the same year: one in a country with functioning schools, social services, fair elections and a dynamic economy and the other in a nation devastated…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Wired vs. wireless charging: Which is better for battery health?

Wireless charging offers convenience, to be sure, but how does it affect your battery over time? And is it a problem if your phone heats up?Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Florida man met woman at club, later felt 'funny,' then his nearly $100,000 Rolex vanished. Police probing similar cases.

A night out at a club ended with a Florida man suddenly feeling extremely tired and "funny" after bringing a woman home — and later discovering his nearly $100,000 Rolex was…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Runway wants to turn AI video generation into a live stream you control in real time

Runway wants to stream AI video as users prompt it, rather than make them wait for finished clips. The approach builds on GWM-1, its world model that generates video frame by…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

‘Don’t be evil’ may be dead, but ‘don’t be Frankenstein’ is alive

Some still remember when Google defined itself by a simple motto: “Don’t be evil.” When Google reorganized under Alphabet in 2015, the new parent company adopted the somehow…Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Billionaire Man United owner loses moral high ground after tax exile, Labour chair says

The billionaire businessman told the BBC he has lost confidence in the UK due to a combination of high taxes and high immigration.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang

Google’s threat intelligence group said it had a mole inside TeamPCP's inner circle.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Thermacell LIV 2.0 Review: Taking My Yard Back

Thermacell LIV 2.0 is expensive and imperfect, but it outperforms nearly every mosquito-control method I’ve tried.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

China’s stranglehold on rare earths must be ended, says hopeful supplier to EU

Rafael Moreno, whose company has opened demo plant in Brazil, says market is ‘nervous’ as Trump-Xi summit looms The head of a mining company hoping to supply the EU with rare…Read original ↗

In New Orleans, an empty building becomes a free store — and roller skating rink

In the Lower Ninth Ward, an old Family Dollar stands covered in graffiti. It looks abandoned. But inside, it's a treasure trove — clothing, home goods, toys and books.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Welcome to Dogs Anonymous, the Online Support Group for People With Difficult Dogs

“This is a place where you can come and say, I fucking hate my dog today,” a Dogs Anonymous cofounder tells WIRED.…Read original ↗

Technology · BBC

Trump says US will form 'AI Force' and appoint an artificial intelligence tsar

Trending now in Taiwan · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Largest attack on Moscow sees Ukraine fire hundreds of drones, mayor says

Moscow's mayor says 450 drones were downed during the overnight barrage, in which two people died.Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Chiltern Railways renationalised after 30 years

It joins Great British Railways as part of government plans to save money and improve services.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

What Montana taught this Southern storyteller about shutting up

Every place has its own language. I don’t mean accents or vocabulary. I mean the unwritten rules that tell you how people see the world.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

It’s Donald Trump Versus MAGA on Data Centers

The president has doubled down on data centers and AI. His base is running in the opposite direction.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Meta's Muse Is Better at Surveilling Than Helping Me

The Muse app continues Meta’s trend of opting users into data collection for AI training. It also nudges you to share your bank account, email, and passport information.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Ex-Premier League footballer run over by pitch roller

Ex-Premier League player Andros Townsend has laughed off an incident that saw him run over by a pitch roller.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Daily AI usage in the U.S. has more than doubled in just six months

Surveys by Epoch AI and Ipsos suggest AI is becoming part of everyday life for more Americans. The share of US adults using AI almost daily more than doubled between March and…Read original ↗

Judge orders Fox to hand over hundreds of documents in shareholders' case

Fox Corp. must turn over hundreds of documents that could shed light on how founder Rupert Murdoch handled some of his media companies' biggest scandals.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

Don't call it an SUV: The Ferrari Purosangue review

Unlike previous Ferrari four-seaters, this one is better for humans than cargo.Read original ↗

U.S. childcare costs are astronomical. More families are turning to grandparents

Grandparents taking care of their grandkids is nothing new. But the surging cost of childcare in the U.S.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Meet the Academics Trying to Stop You From Having Sex in Robotaxis

“You know ‘Bang Bus’? We don’t want that.”Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

What You Need to Know About the Foreign-Made Router Ban in the US

The FCC banned the sale of new consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers and mobile hot spots manufactured outside the US. Here’s what it means for you.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Simulated students that make realistic mistakes help AI tutors learn faster

Microsoft and the University of Illinois built StudentSim to replicate individual students from limited data and give AI tutors fast, low-cost feedback.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

How to Avoid Scams and Sketchy Products on Amazon (2026)

Amazon is a murky mess of ads, unknown sellers, misleading sales, and specious information. Stay safe while shopping on Prime Big Deal Days and beyond with these tips and tricks.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

What ChatGPT Thinks It Knows About You Is Affecting Its Answers. Here’s How to Change That

Understanding how ChatGPT’s latest memory upgrade works will help you get even more out of OpenAI’s productivity tool.Read original ↗

Science · BBC News

Family shares hidden cost of cancer care

Maya, 13, from Hythe in Kent, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was three.Read original ↗

Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched at Moscow

Moscow's mayor described the wave of drones as the "largest ever" attack on the Russian capital and said there had been damage to a Moscow oil refinery and a residential building.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

T. rex teeth indicate it ran as warm as an elephant

Isotope ratios provide a hint that the giants were actively managing temperatures.Read original ↗

Thousands of planned launches, terms of deal, worry some near Louisiana SpaceX site

State officials say the new SpaceX site will be a $100 billion investment and launch thousands of rockets.…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

They broke young men — then sold them toxic escapes

When Nick Freitas engages with young men, they often have the same complaint: The culture made them the scapegoat for its ills — and now they feel lost and don’t know what to do…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Trump announces "AI Force" and plans for an "AI czar" as he pushes unchecked AI growth

Trump announces an "AI Force" modeled after the Space Force and plans to appoint an "AI czar" with a "high IQ.…Read original ↗

Business · The Decoder

Following OpenAI, Anthropic is also reportedly postponing its IPO

Anthropic is reportedly delaying its IPO from October to November 2026 to present strong Q3 results.…Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

The gunzels’ grand final: Melbourne Tramaroos’ campaign derails at European TramDriver Championship

The Warsaw event saw 26 teams compete across a series of demanding tasks, inspired - to varying degrees - by tram drivers’ day-to-day tasks It’s the grand final for gunzels.…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

German elections under way which could decide fate of Chancellor Merz

The chancellor is facing intense political pressure which will increase if his party struggles in Sunday's polls.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Why so many Colombians are fighting for Ukraine

'Fransua' spoke to Sky News about why he left Colombia to fight for Ukraine Read original ↗

Business · BBC News

Families missing out on NHS money for healthy food

Figures show as few as 64% of eligible families are claiming NHS money to buy milk, fruit and veg.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Foreign envoys in Taiwan warn rules of game at sea are being challenged

TAIPEI -- China's escalating maritime pressure against Taiwan is an attempt to redefine the rules at sea, senior foreign diplomats in Taipei warned at Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Watch: Fans react as Ed Sheeran speaks out over Macklemore controversy at show

Ed Sheeran told the crowd he had made mistakes after Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian remarks.Read original ↗

Technology · Nikkei Asia

Asia's AI adoption outpaces perception, says Google executive

TOKYO -- Google is putting the growth of its cloud computing business into a higher gear on the back of the rapidly spreading use of generative artifi Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Ed Sheeran admits 'mistakes' at first show since Macklemore controversy

The singer spoke about Israel and Gaza after Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Hyundai Department Store looks to bring South Korean fashion abroad

SEOUL -- South Korea's Hyundai Department Store is working with Korean fashion brands to expand overseas, with plans to open 10 large stores in Japan,Read original ↗

Science · NASA · Official source

APOD: 2026 September 20 – Analemma over the Callanish Stones

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 20 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the…Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Police clash with hundreds of far-right protesters in The Hague

Police clashed with several hundred far-right protesters in The Hague who pelted them with fireworks and other projectiles.Read original ↗

Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital

Saudi Arabia on Saturday said that Yemen's Houthi rebels tried to attack Riyadh with a ballistic missile, the first time the Saudi capital has been targeted since the escalation…Read original ↗

Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens solo concert

Ed Sheeran opened a solo concert Saturday with comments about Gaza after controversy swirled around his tour and supporting acts withdrew in solidarity with opener Macklemore,…Read original ↗

Society · Bloody Elbow

Arman Tsarukyan predicted to lose for the first time in 4 years at UFC 331 by one third of fans

Trending now in Singapore · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Watch: Concertgoers and pro-Palestinian activists arrive at Ed Sheeran concert

Some Ed Sheeran fans say they are excited to enjoy music and are not there for politics after Macklemore was dropped from the tour for making pro-Palestinian comments.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Five acquitted players on different paths

Five former members of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team — Alex Formenton, Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote and Michael McLeod — were acquitted in July 2025 on sexual…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Protesters gather in Edmonton before Oilers game

Dozens of protesters chanted "no means no" and "drunk isn't consent" outside Rogers Place arena ahead of the Edmonton Oilers' first home game on Saturday, which featured the…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Career kick by Paredes lifts Stampeders to win

The Calgary Stampeders stayed in the CFL playoff conversation, thanks to a lengthy field goal by Rene Paredes, while the Ottawa Redblacks remained winless after Calgary's 40-38…Read original ↗

Society · KKTIX

『I AM KORESAWA vol.1』 in Taipei

Trending now in Taiwan · 200+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Canadiens top Maple Leafs in McKenna’s pro debut

Gavin McKenna sat in the passenger seat ahead of his professional debut.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

China's young women embrace Japan's Lolita fashion with local twist

SHANGHAI -- Lolita fashion, known for its frills, lace and doll-like aesthetics, is catching on with young women in China. Sales on major e-commerce p Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How long can you expect your old cassette tapes to last?

Controlling the environmental conditions where your tapes are stored is key to their longevity.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to record audio on your iPhone

You don't need to record unnecessary video to capture a meeting, song or personal memo on your iPhone. Recording audio is simple.Read original ↗

World · Sixth Tone

From Paris to Hangzhou: The $9m Quest to Return China’s Lost Encyclopedia

For 140 years, part of the Yongle Encyclopedia sat unread in a Paris attic — a researcher’s keen eye and an entrepreneur’s deep pockets brought it back to China.Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ Ukraine urges countries to close 'Russian House' centers, citing disinformation , espionage risks.

"Our shared European home is not the place for 'Russian houses' promoting war propaganda," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Houthis say they targeted Saudi capital with ballistic missiles

A reported strike on a fuel depot at Riyadh airport caused delays on Saturday, as Saudi Arabia says it shot down a ballistic missile aimed at the capital.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

What is the difference between Apple CarPlay and CarPlay Ultra?

CarPlay provides a great iOS-like experience in your vehicle. CarPlay Ultra expands that, but isn't widely available yet.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Cultural treasures are being destroyed by war, and people want justice

A cauldron of conflicts is bubbling across the world, with cultural monuments being destroyed. These people are fighting against it.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Mum's viral barefoot race sparks debate over India's education crisis

Unprepared and in flip-flops, the 47-year-old widow ran 3km to try secure her daughter's future.Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Not all AI workers think the tech could kill everyone

In text exchanges and conversations, multiple people who have worked for leading companies are sceptical of the warnings.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

'I don't even know if my parents are alive' - the war heroes jailed 25 years ago

The children of key politicians jailed 25 years ago without a trace in Eritrea want answers.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The pros and cons of using wired vs. wireless Xbox controllers

A wireless Xbox controller lets you move around freely, but you have to worry about batteries. Wired controllers can pose a hazard, but never run out of charge.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Common problems with Google Wallet and how to fix them

Google Wallet is great for storing payment cards, tickets and digital IDs, but it doesn't always work how you want it to. Here's what to do if it doesn't.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Argos clinch playoff berth with victory over Elks

Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts achieved two pre-season goals Saturday afternoon.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

What are the downsides of robot vacuums?

Robot vacuums save a lot of time and effort with their ability to clean autonomously. However, there are a number of reasons why they might not work for you.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Ed Davey takes aim at Reform and Elon Musk as Lib Dem conference begins

Leader says party ‘won’t give up the fight’ to defeat ‘nasty populism’ in first-day speech to delegates The Liberal Democrats’ leader, Sir Ed Davey, took aim at Nigel Farage’s…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Carney and Macron to meet in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon on Sunday

Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron are holding a symbolic meeting on an archipelago 20 kilometres off the southern coast of Newfoundland on Sunday.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Flight training school says 2 killed in plane crash near Kisbey, Sask.

The TSB says the plane was reported overdue around 10:30 a.m. Friday, and was later located by search and rescue.Read original ↗

World · Global News

Canada’s defence minister calls U.S. deal on Greenland ‘encouraging’

National Defence Minister David McGuinty says the United States' deal to boost its military presence in Greenland while keeping the island under Danish control is "encouraging."Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Flock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyouts

Without buyouts, Flock would "almost certainly" need to lay off staff.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The Slate Truck is cheap, but its battery range can't compete

Slate's electric truck is built specifically for affordability and efficiency, which means it comes with compromises. One of the biggest could be its battery.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Visit the historic Maryland town that fooled the British more than 200 years ago ... or so the story goes

On Aug. 10, 1813, under cover of darkness and fog, 300 British soldiers sailed up the Miles River toward this small Maryland town. They landed on the southern end of St.…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

‘Why walk away?’: Emotional Danielle Smith speaks against separation at online forum

An emotional Premier Danielle Smith held back tears Saturday as she recounted a long list of historic indignities Albertans have suffered at the hands of the federal government.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Trump says it’s time to rebrand AI with a new name — and he’s also creating an AI Force

Trump claimed, without evidence, that the AI backlash is a Democratic hoax.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

SpaceX targets September 28 for Starship's first orbital flight

For Starship's 14th test flight, it will orbit our planet multiple times for 10 hours.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

China's Leapmotor overtakes Subaru, Mitsubishi Motors in global sales

TOKYO -- Chinese EV startup Leapmotor overtook Subaru and Mitsubishi Motors in global vehicle sales for the first time in the April-June quarter as it Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Christine Fréchette claims more Quebecers are warming up to fracking

Fracking has been raised during the Quebec election campaign, especially with the Quebec Conservatives pushing fossil fuels to boost the economy.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Journalists denied White House access after Trump banned some media outlets

CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters' White House press badges were confiscated, the outlets reported.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Victorian Labor promises new offences to close domestic and family violence ‘loopholes’

Premier Ben Carroll vows to legislate new form of manslaughter and increase maximum penalty for rape to life imprisonment Get our new political email , free app or daily news…Read original ↗

The new lines of southern Lebanon

The U.N. expanded the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon's mandate 20 years ago to include monitoring adherence to a ceasefire in fighting between Israel and Lebanon's…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

China’s hackers are hiding in plain sight

Google recently reported that a China-linked hacking group ran artificial intelligence tools inside compromised networks.…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Anthropic picks Accenture for third-party AI safety evaluations

This move represents the first step in the CEO's plan to slow down AI development.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Why buy a streaming device when you have a smart TV?

Many modern TVs can stream apps like Netflix and Prime. But you may want to get a streaming device too.Read original ↗

Technology · Sky News Technology

Trump to create AI force - as lawsuit claims firms illegally agreed to slow development

Donald Trump wrote in ‌a social media post on Saturday that he is creating an "AI Force" to ‌oversee regulation of AI and will announce an AI "czar" in the near future.Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ US Army awards $10.6 million contract for Ukrainian Raybird drones.

Raybird systems have logged more than 350,000 combat hours since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton said.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

You can use DeX on the Galaxy Z Fold 8's inner screen with this trick

Samsung's DeX lets you plug in your Samsung Galaxy device into a monitor or TV to create a PC-like experience. Now, it can launch directly on your phone.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Moms are working for Moloch — and they don’t even see it

The global fertility rate is crashing. Today, more than half the world’s people live in countries below replacement fertility.…Read original ↗

Society · Sports Illustrated

The Nike KD 6 x Paris Saint-Germain Is Out Now

Trending now in Taiwan · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Google’s Gemini is the latest AI model to hack other companies

Google said Gemini had "acted appropriately" by ending each hack immediately.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Why is your iPad not charging (and how to fix it)

You probably don't think about your iPad charging until it runs into trouble. When plugging it in doesn't work, you'll need to check its port and charger.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Nippon Life plans $13bn for data center financing primarily in US

TOKYO -- Nippon Life Insurance plans to invest 2 trillion yen ($12.7 billion) in infrastructure financing, including the construction of data centers Read original ↗

World · GZERO Media

Vladimir Putin cares about elections

Rituals are so important.Read original ↗

World · GZERO Media

Join us Sept. 23 for a Global Stage livestream from the UN General Assembly

How can a human-centered approach to AI help address some of society’s most pressing challenges while fostering inclusion, trust, and shared prosperity?…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

California governor wants to implement a kill switch for frontier AI models

Newsom's executive order calls for an expert panel to develop new AI safety measures.Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ UK military sites see near-daily drone incidents in 2026 as Europe confronts widening hybrid threat.

The unexplained drone activity comes as NATO officials warn that hybrid attacks are increasingly aimed at undermining public confidence and cohesion within the alliance.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to switch between two phones on CarPlay

When using Apple's CarPlay, it will automatically connect to the first iPhone it was paired with. Here's how to get it to connect to a different device.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

In this big Texas city, garbage trucks have joined the surveillance state

Shortly after September 11, the U.S. government passed the ingeniously titled Patriot Act . Are you a decent, self-respecting soul who loves America and hates those who hate you?…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Skunk rabies case prompts public warning in B.C. Interior

Health officials in B.C. are warning people in the Kooteney Lake region to avoid contact with skunks after one animal recently tested positive for rabies.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Opposition ‘politicking’ on Weedmark private flights unless evidence exists, says policy expert

Kevin Weedmark is defending his recent set of flights to attend government events, saying he paid for them out of pocket despite mounting questions from the Opposition.Read original ↗

Arsenal defeat at Brighton is a big lesson - Mikel Arteta

Trending now in Singapore · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Here's why some monitors have two USB ports (and the best ways to use them)

These ports are often part of a built-in USB hub, letting you keep desk accessories connected to the monitor instead of occupying ports on your computer.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

6 injured after vehicle strikes pedestrians at Quebec festival

Quebec provincial police say six people were struck by a vehicle and injured in the early hours of Saturday morning in St.-Tite, Que., where a 10-day festival is being held.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Toyota moves into extended-range EVs with model made in China

NAGOYA, Japan -- Toyota Motor will begin producing extended-range electric vehicles in China in the spring, Nikkei has learned, moving quickly to broa Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Which tech upgrades are worth making to your car's old sound system?

You can upgrade an older car with modern tech to enable Bluetooth, CarPlay and more. Your options depend on your car and what you need most.Read original ↗

CNN, MS NOW, Politico reporters denied access to White House following Trump ban

Three reporters were blocked from the White House grounds Saturday morning, a day after President Trump said CNN, Politico, and MS NOW would be banned for reporting "FICTION and…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

AI safety conversations have gotten unbelievable

This week two conversations about AI safety went viral that demonstrate just how hard it is to discern AI fact from fiction.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to block and unblock a number on your Android phone

Unwanted calls and texts are a part of modern-day life, but you can block and unblock numbers that are repeat offenders.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Silicon Valley didn’t birth the transhumanist project. This forgotten Moscow librarian did.

Most people blame the nation’s treacherous climb to AI domination and the dystopian push for human enhancement on Silicon Valley.…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Qwen3.8-Omni-Flash undercuts Google's Gemini Flash pricing while matching its multimodal benchmarks

Qwen3.8-Omni-Flash is Qwen's first multimodal model designed for AI agents. It processes audio and video together and independently uses tools to edit vlogs, translate clips, or…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

This Game Boy inspired hi-res music player raised over $500,000 on Kickstarter

The AP30 Music Boy is just the latest example of "dumb" tech's resurgence.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

After Trump ban, MS NOW and CNN say their journalists were denied access to White House

Two major news networks' journalists said they were denied access to the White House on Saturday morning.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Converse pulls 'deeply upsetting' advert after backlash

Social media users say an image from the brand's Instagram account resembled a KKK hood and hanging.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How to factory reset your Steam Deck

There are a few reasons you might want to factory reset your device, and doing so is easy.Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

MS Now says reporters denied access to White House after Trump media ban

President said he was banning MS Now, CNN and Politico journalists, saying of their coverage: ‘You get sick of it.…Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Unity launches official plugins for Claude Code and OpenAI Codex to stop AI agents from using outdated tutorials

Unity has released official plugins for Claude Code and OpenAI's Codex. The article Unity launches official plugins for Claude Code and OpenAI Codex to stop AI agents from using…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The best way to check your PC for malware

If your PC is slowing down or not behaving as usual, it's worth running through these tips to see if you have malware.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

The party of democracy keeps editing the results

Democrats increasingly treat their voters’ choices as provisional because party activists and much of the political press allow it.…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

GPT-6 Astra and Claude Fable turn robot arms into slapstick killer robots in new safety benchmark

Leading AI models usually attempt dangerous tasks rather than refuse them when controlling a robot, according to the RoboHarm benchmark.…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Vals, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, is looking to become the gold standard for AI benchmarking

Vals AI is hoping to make AI benchmarking a more neutral and trustworthy resource in a world increasingly inundated by AI models.Read original ↗

Denmark and Greenland have agreed to give the US permanent control over Greenland’s security while the Arctic territory retains Danish sovereignty.

Trump said Washington would immediately start building up a large military presence there:Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The pros and cons of using noise cancelling headphones

Active noise cancellation makes headphones much better, but you should know how it works and what the drawbacks are as well.Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

Why drones can't replace Ukraine's reconnaissance soldiers

In this report, the Kyiv Independent's Nick Allard and Asami Terajima travel to Kharkiv Oblast to meet reconnaissance soldiers from Ukraine's 60th Mechanized Brigade, part of…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

10 Of The Coolest Japanese Gadgets You'll Almost Never See In The US

Sure, we have plenty of neat products in the United States, but a look at these 10 gadgets really suggest Japan is in a consumer tech league of its own.Read original ↗

Technology · GZERO Media

Bioweapons, AI, and the end of the world, with Annie Jacobsen

For decades, nuclear war has represented the ultimate doomsday scenario. But investigative journalist and author Annie Jacobsen says biological warfare may pose an even greater…Read original ↗

World · UN News · Official source

Why the UN General Assembly still matters

More than eight decades on from its founding, the UN General Assembly remains the place where the UN’s 193 Member States come together to debate the defining challenges of the…Read original ↗

World · UN News · Official source

The race to build a pandemic-proof world

Six years after COVID-19 killed millions, battered health systems, disrupted lives and brought the global economy to a virtual standstill, the world is still grappling with how…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

What causes a stuck pixel on your laptop and can it be fixed?

Stuck pixels don't have to be a death sentence for your laptop, as there are several options that can bring them back to life.Read original ↗

Opinion: Remembering Annie Dillard, nature writer

With her 1974 book, "Pilgrim at Tinker Creek," Annie Dillard became the youngest woman to win the Pulitzer Prize. We take a moment to remember her and her work.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Last year a concealed-carrying garbage truck driver opened fire on 2 robbers, killing 1. The survivor just learned his fate.

Blaze News reported last year about a concealed-carrying garbage truck driver who turned the tables on a pair of would-be robbers in Chicago, fatally shooting one of them and…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

'Enough is enough': Women protest after string of murders near Johannesburg

The police have since set up a task team to investigate the murders and have urged women in the Kempton Park area to avoid walking or running alone "particularly in isolated…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia as victim named

Greg O'Neill "loved the ocean", his family say, as police boats and helicopters patrol Perth's beaches in search of his body and the shark that attacked him.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Nato welcomes Greenland deal as Trump says it will give US 'permanent security control'

Denmark and the US have reached an agreement after months of threats from Donald Trump to annex the territory.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

John Wick as a DVD store operator, a roguelike take on Armored Core and other new indie games worth checking out

Our latest indie gaming roundup features a John Wick-style character who works in a video store.Read original ↗

Betel nuts are a top mind-affecting substance. Now there's evidence of ancient use

New research on ancient human remains suggests the habitual usage of betel nuts, a plant seed with mind-affecting properties that is popular in parts of Asia despite the health…Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ Ukrainian drones target 16 Russian regions amid elections, Moscow claims.

The reported attack came as Russia began three days of voting on Sept. 18 for the 450-seat State Duma, the lower house of parliament, for the first time since the start of the…Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

Learning another language may be one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy

Research suggests that bilingualism can offer cognitive benefits.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

Google Deepmind's Dream-RSI helps AI agents improve by “dreaming” about past attempts

Google and Deepmind's Dream-RSI lets AI agents "dream" through past search runs to test new strategies without costly recalculations.…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Jarry hopes to stand out in crowded Oilers crease

Anxious to put last season's struggled in the rear-view mirror, goaltender Tristan Jarry spent the summer preparing for what he and the Edmonton Oilers hope is a positive…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Forget the AI Slowdown—the Vulnerability Explosion Is Already Happening

AI labs are toying with an industry-wide pact to slow development. Meanwhile, widely available AI chatbots are already helping uncover a tidal wave of security flaws.Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

AI conference ICLR is drowning in abstracts, with roughly 50,000 submissions before the deadline

ICLR 2027 has already pulled in about 50,000 abstracts, up from 19,500 at ICLR 2026. The flood is driven by the AI hype, corporate pay tied to publication records, and above…Read original ↗

Society · The Walrus

The Story of My Cats Who Survived a Fire

Negrito and Ensueño’s mother sacrificed herself for them. It led to a lifetime with me The post The Story of My Cats Who Survived a Fire first appeared on The Walrus .Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Sanctuary cities’ get-out-of-jail fail

Advocates sell sanctuary policies as a public-safety boon. Keep local police out of immigration enforcement, they argue, and immigrant communities will trust cops, report crime,…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Tired of Cluttered Productivity Apps? This One’s Just a Text Document

The totally free macOS app Tasks.txt makes up for missing features with sheer elegance.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout

Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Samsung Galaxy Watch9 Review: I Don’t Need Another Health Score

Samsung’s latest smartwatch offers useful health tracking alongside a growing pile of metrics you may never use.Read original ↗

Business · Global News

Canada took the trade war to Trump’s backyard. Americans didn’t care

While the Canadian tariffs have undoubtedly inflicted economic hardship on some in the US, can that translate into a change in votes for President Donald Trump's Republican party?Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

Rings around a tiny body have changed over the past decade

Chariklo is only about 250 km across, but it has two rings, and they're changing.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

An Editor’s Picks: The Best Gifts for Bird Lovers

Whether they’re into feeders, field guides, or games, these tried-and-tested picks are sure to land perfectly.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Mathematicians Hate AI. They Can’t Quit It

Powerful AI models have created an existential risk to the field, but researchers can’t stop relying on them because they’re too useful.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

The Best Early Prime Day Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Second Sale (2026)

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin on October 6 and 7, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.Read original ↗

Society · The Free Press

What Mark Zuckerberg Wants. Plus. . .

In today's Weekend Press: How Mark Zuckerberg's mind works. Two Drinks with Taylor Lorenz. Rabbi David Wolpe recommends a poem for Yom Kippur.…Read original ↗

An Alaska storm scattered artifacts. Archaeologists are racing to save what's left

Last year, remnants of a typhoon damaged homes, infrastructure and an archaeological dig site. Now, archaeologists are trying to get as many objects out as possible before the…Read original ↗

Business · NPR

Ever wonder how the Fed's interest rate actually works? We've got answers

The Federal Reserve just raised interest rates this week for the first time this year. So how does it actually work? And what does it mean for the economy — and the rest of us?…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

The drug you keep seeing at vape shops has a dark side

Kratom products are advertised everywhere — at gas stations, smoke shops, and vape stores — but comedian and filmmaker Davey Jackson believes the rapidly growing industry…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Is charging your EV really cheaper than buying gas?

If you drive an EV, you have probably heard one argument over and over: Whatever you pay for the car, you'll save money charging it.…Read original ↗

Technology · The Decoder

U.S. military nearly boarded a Chinese ship over a hallucinated AI intelligence report

In the spring of 2026, the U.S. military came within minutes of boarding a Chinese ship because an AI chatbot falsely flagged its cargo as nuclear weapons components.…Read original ↗

Buying a used car? Complaints are rising, with mileage tampering among the issues flagged - one car appeared online with mileage about 37,000km lower just days after an auction.

Here is what buyers should check:Read original ↗

World · The Guardian

Reform UK activists squabble over Farage’s plan for £72m donations

Crypto billionaires’ £72m will be used to hire campaign managers and professional staff in target constituencies For Nigel Farage, the £72m lavished last week on his party by…Read original ↗

Technology · Sky News Technology

Google's Gemini AI hacks three other companies during security test

Google says its Gemini AI hacked three other companies during a test of its cybersecurity capabilities – in the first known example of the system autonomously committing such an…Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Japan supermarket begins training for 100-store Vietnam push

TOKYO -- Japanese supermarket operator Saeki Selva Holdings plans to enter the Vietnamese market, training workers in both countries on everything fro Read original ↗

Singapore is exploring Canada as a potential energy source:

Open the source-led FireTofu index page.Read original ↗

Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war

Russia's parliamentary election for the first time is being held in Ukraine's regions that Moscow illegally annexed after the start of its full-scale invasion more than 4 1/2…Read original ↗

Their renovation was meant to cost at most S$80,000. The eventual bill: S$216,000. Here are the red flags they missed.

Open the source-led FireTofu index page.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Xiaomi Has a Luxury SUV for $31,000 That All Western Brands Should Fear

The SkyNomad—with heated floors, a projector, a pop-up roof, a fridge, swiveling seats, and over 1,000 miles of range—is a “luxury” ride that undercuts Range Rovers by tens of…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House

The US president has had a tense and fiery relationship with the US media throughout his political career.Read original ↗

Billionaire Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe says he has lost confidence in UK

Trending now in Singapore · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

As Europe warms, Italy sees West Nile virus spread

Italian health authorities see evidence that rising temperatures and longer warm seasons are helping mosquitoes spread West Nile virus across a wider area, during more months of…Read original ↗

Society · The Guardian

‘Cost of housing’ crunch looms for low-income families, warns Resolution Foundation

Thinktank calls on chancellor to end housing allowance freeze with typical two-bedroom household facing £158 week shortfall amid rent rises More than 1.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

20% Off Samsung Promo Code | September 2026

Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.Read original ↗

US and Denmark reach deal to build US military presence in Greenland

President Donald Trump says he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the U.S. military presence in Greenland.…Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ 'Abhorrent acts' — Russian forces committed widespread sexual violence in Ukraine since full-scale invasion, UN reports.

Russian forces are responsible for the vast majority of sexual violence in Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Saudi Arabia issues first air raid alerts for Riyadh since Houthis escalated attacks

Residents later received the all-clear after explosions were reported in the capital.Read original ↗

Society · The Straits Times

Indonesia’s first aircraft carrier arrives in Jakarta

Trending now in Singapore · 200+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Science · NASA · Official source

APOD: 2026 September 19 – A Zodiacal Night

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 19 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the…Read original ↗

World · Sky News

What do we know about Trump's deal with Denmark over Greenland?

President Donald Trump has announced that the US has reached a deal with Denmark that would offer the US "permanent control over security" in Greenland.Read original ↗

Singapore teachers say some students no longer have the patience to follow a text from start to end – they skip words and rush through questions.

With “hasty readers” nearly doubling since 2018, are scrolling and AI changing our ability to read — and think — deeply?Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Bowen Island mystery brings homicide investigators back

There has been much speculation about what happened to her and Global News has learned that the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team was back on the island this week.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

B.C. family rescues exhausted baby bear swimming in Okanagan Lake

Christina Zamniuk says they were boating between their Vernon lakehouse and Adventure Bay last weekend when a baby bear was spotted swimming in the middle of the lake.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Chilling 911 call played at jury trial for Ajax man charged with girlfriend’s murder

Open the source-led FireTofu index page.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Alexander leads Alouettes to 37-25 win over Ticats

Davis Alexander and the Montreal Alouettes continue to take care of business in the East Division.Read original ↗

Business · Nikkei Asia

Turkey moves to calm nervous markets after fund crisis sparks selloff

ISTANBUL (Reuters) -- Turkey's liquidation of investment funds worth $18.3 billion will not put pressure on Borsa Istanbul, as regulatory changes shou Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Flock Offers Employees Buyouts as Customers Flee

As dozens of cities end contracts for its controversial license plate readers, Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program, WIRED has learned.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Mitchell, Clark lead Fever past Tempo 103-85

Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points to set a WNBA single-season scoring record, and Caitlin Clark added 28 points with 14 assists to lead the Indiana Fever to a 103-85 win against…Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡ Suspected drone activity halts flights at Luxembourg airport.

Flights in and out of Luxembourg's Findel Airport were temporarily suspended on Sept. 18 following suspected drone activity in the area.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Singapore eyes 'game-changing' attractions in Sentosa overhaul

SINGAPORE -- Singapore's Sentosa resort is already home to palm-fringed beaches, a casino and a Universal Studios theme park. But the city-state's lar Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Judge temporarily halts Kelowna’s expropriation plans for Hotel Eldorado boardwalk

Justice Warren Milman granted Argus Properties an injunction Friday, preventing the city from advancing its expropriation process.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

India forces caller-ID apps to feed spam reports to telcos

Truecaller says the one-way sharing requirement would hand a commercially valuable proprietary asset to telecom operators.Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Tech Now

Adrienne Murray follows NASA scientists in Iceland researching a rare total solar eclipse.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Tilly Norwood’s press tour is going about as well as you’d expect for an AI

In one particularly odd interview, Norwood seems to malfunction and begin speaking Chinese.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

NHL alters start times for Winnipeg Jets home games after province dumps time change

With the province of Manitoba recently announcing the move to permanent Daylight Saving Time, the NHL has changed the start times for 12 home games this season.Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ European countries bolster defenses as officials warn of growing Russian hybrid threat .

Despite the growing warnings, NATO has not said that a Russian military attack on an alliance member is imminent.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Kerry Kennedy: 'It would be a tragedy' if Kennedy Center is demolished

The BBC’s Caitríona Perry spoke to the late president's niece, as protesters gathered at the venue to condemn demolition threats.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

CNN says Trump press ban is illegal — then the Trump team THROWS DOWN fiery response

CNN decried the president banning the cable news network from the White House, and the Trump team responded with a crushing reply.…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

I found love at an Irish matchmaking festival - and I want others to do the same

Mary Timby flew to Ireland on a whim last year and met her boyfriend at a matchmaking festival.Read original ↗

Technology · BBC News

Would Australians support a smart glasses ban?

As Australia considers barring the use of smart glasses in government offices, the BBC asks people in Sydney what they think.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Desperate Stampeders host winless Redblacks

Two CFL teams on the ropes for different reasons seek traction Saturday at McMahon Stadium.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Peter Milobar becomes leader of CentreBC party as former Conservatives join

A group of eight former BC Conservatives said on Friday that they are also joining CentreBC, which will become the third-largest in the B.C. legislature.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Tata Sons: India's corporate crown braces for upheaval amid boardroom revolt

The Tata boardroom battle has intensified over a re-appointment of its chairman and a diktat to go public.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Appeal hearing continues over fired Regina police chief

'Flirtatious' texts between former Regina police chief, Farooq Sheikh, and a member of the Regina Board of Police Commissioners were discussed at the appeal hearing.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Grim discoveries of murdered women spark fear in South Africa

Dineo Motapane is one of nine recent victims whose deaths have left a nation traumatised over the level of violence against women.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

A four-minute warning isn't enough: Russia's new relentless missile tactics exhaust Kyiv residents

Increasingly frequent and ferocious attacks on the Ukrainian capital have left many on edge.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

How Focus mode has changed in iOS 27

iOS 27 brings tons of cool upgrades to your iPhone. Don't miss the interesting-yet-subtle changes to Focus.Read original ↗

World · Global News

Trump says he has a deal with Denmark to bolster U.S. military presence in Greenland

In a social media post Trump said the agreement "gives the U.S. permanent control over security and all other needs."Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Port Fairy Folk Festival tunes up for its 50th anniversary

MELBOURNE -- Big names draw crowds to the Port Fairy Folk Festival, but some of its most memorable moments come between the marquee sets. Festivalgoer Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

AI almost led the US military to start a war with China, report says

CNN's sources claim the US nearly attacked a Chinese ship it believed was carrying nuclear weapon components.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Tommy Robinson warns Nick Freitas that an Islamic invasion is taking over the West

Activist, journalist, and Unite the Kingdom rally organizer Tommy Robinson chatted with Nick Freitas to warn about the dangers of the Islamic invasion of the West.…Read original ↗

Society · The Free Press

Two Drinks with . . . Taylor Lorenz

Taylor Lorenz, social media’s best-known gadfly, insists: ‘I haven’t changed what I believe. I’ve just gotten disillusioned about the political landscape.…Read original ↗

World · The Kyiv Independent

⚡️ BREAKING: Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law.

Among its provisions, the law requires the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on goods from countries that continue buying Russian crude oil or natural gas and were among…Read original ↗

Society · Blaze Media

High school student wears bloody shirt to mock Charlie Kirk's death — district responds to backlash

A Washington state high school student made a disturbing mockery of the death of Charlie Kirk, and the school is facing backlash for letting it happen.…Read original ↗

Science · European Space Agency · Official source

ESA and The Pokémon Company International reveal Europe-wide exhibition and astronaut Pikachu experience

The European Space Agency (ESA) and The Pokémon Company International (TPCI) have launched an official collaboration to celebrate World Space Week 2026 from 4–10 October 2026.Read original ↗

World · Sky News

Trump says US has entered deal with Denmark giving US control over security on Greenland

President Donald Trump has said the US has entered into a deal with Denmark that gives the US "permanent control over security" in Greenland.Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Anthropic’s first embedded evaluator is … Accenture?

Accenture is about to take on its most high-risk consulting engagement ever.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

BC Conservative leader says she has removed 3 party members from caucus

BC Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay said in a statement issued via email on Friday that she has removed three party members from caucus.Read original ↗

Technology · Nikkei Asia

North Korean hackers disguise cyberattacks as job interviews with AI

TOKYO -- North Korean hackers have compromised devices in more than 100 countries and regions through fake online job interviews, tricking applicants Read original ↗

Society · Pluang

Applied Optoelectronics sees demand outpacing s...

Trending now in Taiwan · 100+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Society · The Crypto Basic

Micron Rebounds 5.5% as Memory Tightness Returns to Focus, Taiwan Labor Talks Hit Key Date

Trending now in Taiwan · 200+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

2 sudden deaths prompt public safety warning from Halifax police

Two sudden deaths and a person found in serious medical distress over the last 24 hours have prompted a public safety warning from Halifax Regional Police.Read original ↗

Alaska's salmon-feasting bears face off in biggest Fat Bear Week ever

This year's single-elimination tournament will see 16 competitors face off, compared to 12 in past years.…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Sony Music and UMG say Suno's new models still violates their copyright

In a new lawsuit, the labels argue Suno found a roundabout way to train its v6 models on unlicensed music.Read original ↗

World · Nikkei Asia

Spike hazard: Thai farmers go all in to feed China's durian craving

PHATO, Thailand -- The fruit of Chatkamol Mungpayaban's durian trees is now worth far more than when he started growing the spiky plant back in 1995.U Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Mitch McConnell disappears after long-awaited return: 'Missing in action again'

After a suspicious three-month absence due to health concerns, Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) finally made it back to Capitol Hill — though his team ensured that he was hardly…Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

Clicks Communicator shipments begin in December

The BlackBerry-like phone also got a spec bump and an impending price hike.Read original ↗

Technology · Global News

MP calls on New Brunswick to reject proposed AI data centre in open letter to premier

Conservative MP John Williamson says the proposed AI centre in Saint John will trigger electricity rate hikes for nearby residents.Read original ↗

Society · The Free Press

What Mark Zuckerberg Wants

‘I’m here to build things and shape the world in that way, not be an activist against our government,’ says Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in a new interview with Jeremy Stern.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

What to expect at Meta Connect 2026: New AI glasses, a mixed reality headset and more

There's a lot for Mark Zuckerberg to cover at this year's keynote.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Uncertainty hangs over Nackawic after pulp mill announces temporary shutdown

A pulp mill that's the backbone of a rural New Brunswick community's local economy is facing a closure that will impact hundreds of workers.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

AI hallucination of Chinese nuclear components almost led to US military attack

But the military's overall use of AI seems to be accelerating.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

Trump BANS 'FAKE NEWS' outlets from White House — and warns more bans are coming

The president has announced that he banned three news outlets from the White House after accusing them of peddling fake news.…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Automattic names interim CFO after exec departures

Jeremy Klaperman, the CFO of the company's WordPress VIP Enterprise business unit, will act as CFO for the time being.Read original ↗

Society · Oceanographic Magazine

Seven new viruses discovered in threatened sea turtle populations

Trending now in Singapore · 200+ searches. Google Trends signal; no generative summary.Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

JD Vance tells Steve Deace the creepy reason James Talarico disturbs him: ‘I don’t know what this guy is up to’

The overlap between conservative Christians and the Make America Healthy Again movement — which seeks to reverse America’s chronic-disease epidemic by tackling its root causes —…Read original ↗

World · BBC News

At least 21 killed after vehicle loaded with explosives rams Pakistan mosque

A four-year-old child is among those killed in the attack, during which gunmen also opened fire on a police facility.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Alberta children who were subject of Amber Alert found safe in B.C.

"They were located on a rural property in West Kelowna," Staff/Sgt. Derrick Gladdish with the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit said on Friday.Read original ↗

Science · NASA · Official source

NASA Invites Media to Albania Artemis Accords Signing Ceremony

The Republic of Albania will sign the Artemis Accords during a ceremony at 12 p.m. EDT on Monday, Sept.…Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review: The Series 12 Is Closing the Gap

The Ultra 4 gets smarter about health tracking and lasts longer between charges. But for most people, the Series 12 gets close enough.Read original ↗

Technology · WIRED

Here’s How an AI Slowdown Could Actually Be Enforced

Even if big AI companies agree to a pause, ensuring that nobody tries to sneak ahead could prove tricky.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

FAA tees up $875M AI tool to help manage air traffic congestion

FAA plans for AI tool to help manage DC air traffic before a nationwide rollout.Read original ↗

Technology · NPR

When Trump and Xi meet they will discuss AI. 'Track Two' talks are already buzzing

An informal network of dialogues at think tanks and universities is bringing together experts from the U.S.…Read original ↗

Syrian regime planned American journalist's kidnapping for weeks

New reporting finds the abduction of journalist Austin Tice was planned by the Syrian government for weeks.Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Nova Scotia to mark 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities with new signs

Nova Scotia will soon put up signs marking the 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities across the province.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Is the Kennedy Center losing 'hundreds of millions of dollars'?

Records in 2024 show the venue had a surplus of millions of dollars once contributions and grants had been factored in.Read original ↗

Technology · Engadget

The new Resident Evil movie captures the survival horror magic of the games

Resident Evil is yet another horror classic from the director of Weapons.Read original ↗

Technology · Nikkei Asia

Japan chip gear maker Screen to expand into India, eyeing growing industry

NEW DELHI -- Japan's Screen Holdings aims to start supplying its semiconductor-cleaning equipment to India as early as next summer, President Masato G Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

A new kind of AI model from a ChatGPT inventor is thrilling developers

Jev, a new kind of AI model, is showing developers a cheaper and faster path to software intelligence.Read original ↗

World · GZERO Media

Putin warns Trump about Canada

Sorry, wrong speech.Read original ↗

Technology · GZERO Media

AI is changing the doomsday equation

Humanity has lived with the threat of nuclear annihilation for decades. But artificial intelligence is adding a new variable to the doomsday equation – one without the same…Read original ↗

World · Blaze Media

'He's been saying some dumb s**t': Ilhan Omar MELTS DOWN when reporter presses her on Homan probe into brother

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota lashed out at a reporter after being asked point-blank about an investigation into possible immigration fraud.…Read original ↗

Society · Global News

Cher’s son, Elijah Blue Allman, indicted on felony charge: report

In March, a police officer claimed that they found Allman 'seated on the living room couch smoking a cigarette' after allegedly breaking into a New Hampshire home.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

Russian hybrid attacks against Europe intensifying, says Macron

The French president says he has tasked the government with protecting critical infrastructure and defence industry sites.Read original ↗

Science · NASA · Official source

NASA-JAXA XRISM Mission Sees Pulsar Gathering Companion’s ‘Wind’

Using data from the Japan-led XRISM (X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission) observatory, astronomers have directly observed a giant star’s outflow, called a stellar wind, being…Read original ↗

Technology · Blaze Media

The truth about how AI data centers affect local communities

Data centers are hotly debated across the nation. Most Americans rage against the growing demand forged on the back of AI, while President Trump is adamantly in favor, claiming…Read original ↗

Technology · TechCrunch

Disney’s first CTO led an AI startup it once accused of copying its characters

The former CEO of Character.AI, which Disney previously sent a cease-and-desist letter to, will serve as the company's first-ever chief technology officer.Read original ↗

Technology · Ars Technica

FCC lets Paramount sell 49.5% equity stake to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar

FCC rejects concerns about repressive governments buying influence over CBS owner.Read original ↗

World · BBC News

'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to Trump's war with Iran

The bank said it "assumed" there would be economic red lines, like oil at $100 a barrel, that the US would be unwilling the cross.Read original ↗

Technology · Cloudflare Blog · Official source

Saving another 100TB of RAM with math (and Rust)

Cloudflare's global network is immense but not limitless. As we look for small ways to trim our resource usage, we sometimes get lucky and we can cut significantly more.…Read original ↗

Technology · Rest of World

The case for a robot tax to redistribute wealth

In an excerpt from his book, “Innovate for Impact: A Roadmap to Sustainable Technology Beyond AI,” Alessandro Crimi explains that a tax on automation is more effective than…Read original ↗