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Technology · EngadgetOne 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWired 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWhich 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 · Engadget7 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 NewsWill 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 NewsWhat 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 · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetHow 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 · EngadgetSpaceXAI'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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunch6 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsMan, 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchWorld 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsGerman 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetIs 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 · BBC NewsSister 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 GuardianDeaths 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchIs 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 · EngadgetHow 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 · EngadgetRetroid 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 · TechCrunchScrollEd 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 · EngadgetThe benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad
E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.Read original ↗
Technology · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
World · The GuardianBaltic 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 NewsTrump 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetJoby 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWhat'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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderAlibaba'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 DecoderTencent'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 · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchA 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 · EngadgetBefore 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 ↗
Business · BBC NewsEd 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 · EngadgetThese 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 NewsLib 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 GuardianBear-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 · EngadgetIs 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWinamp will be reborn in 2027 to take on streaming
It's coming back with a monthly subscription.Read original ↗
Technology · EngadgetHere'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 ↗
Technology · GZERO MediaHow 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 sourceThe 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 · EngadgetWired 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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderRunway 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 ↗
Business · BBC NewsBillionaire 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 TechnicaAn 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 · WIREDThermacell 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 GuardianChina’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 ↗
Technology · WIREDWelcome 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsLargest 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 NewsChiltern Railways renationalised after 30 years
It joins Great British Railways as part of government plans to save money and improve services.Read original ↗
Technology · WIREDIt’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 · WIREDMeta'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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderDaily 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 ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaDon't call it an SUV: The Ferrari Purosangue review
Unlike previous Ferrari four-seaters, this one is better for humans than cargo.Read original ↗
Technology · WIREDMeet the Academics Trying to Stop You From Having Sex in Robotaxis
“You know ‘Bang Bus’? We don’t want that.”Read original ↗
Technology · WIREDWhat 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 DecoderSimulated 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 · WIREDHow 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 · WIREDWhat 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 NewsFamily shares hidden cost of cancer care
Maya, 13, from Hythe in Kent, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was three.Read original ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaT. rex teeth indicate it ran as warm as an elephant
Isotope ratios provide a hint that the giants were actively managing temperatures.Read original ↗
Technology · The DecoderTrump 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 DecoderFollowing 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 GuardianThe 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 NewsGerman 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 ↗
Business · BBC NewsFamilies 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 · BBC NewsWatch: 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsEd 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 · BBC NewsWatch: 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetHow 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 · EngadgetHow 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 · BBC NewsHouthis 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 · EngadgetWhat 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 NewsCultural 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 NewsMum'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 NewsNot 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 · EngadgetThe 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 · EngadgetCommon 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWhat 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 GuardianEd 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchFlock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyouts
Without buyouts, Flock would "almost certainly" need to lay off staff.Read original ↗
Technology · EngadgetThe 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchTrump 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 · EngadgetSpaceX 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 · BBC NewsJournalists 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 GuardianVictorian 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetAnthropic 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 · EngadgetWhy 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 · EngadgetYou 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchGoogle’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 · EngadgetWhy 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 · GZERO MediaVladimir Putin cares about elections
Rituals are so important.Read original ↗
World · GZERO MediaJoin 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 · EngadgetCalifornia 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetHere'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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetWhich 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchAI 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 · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderQwen3.8-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 · EngadgetThis 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsConverse 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 · EngadgetHow 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 GuardianMS 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 NewsGoogle'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 DecoderUnity 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 · EngadgetThe 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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderGPT-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 · TechCrunchVals, 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetThe 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 ↗
Technology · Engadget10 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 MediaBioweapons, 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 sourceWhy 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 sourceThe 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 · EngadgetWhat 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 ↗
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 NewsShark 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 NewsNato 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 · EngadgetJohn 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 ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaLearning 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 DecoderGoogle 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 ↗
Technology · WIREDForget 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 DecoderAI 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 ↗
Technology · WIREDTired 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 NewsMillions 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 · WIREDSamsung 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 ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaRings 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 · WIREDAn 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 · WIREDMathematicians 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 · WIREDThe 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 ↗
Technology · The DecoderU.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 ↗
World · The GuardianReform 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 · WIREDXiaomi 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 NewsTrump 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 ↗
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 · WIRED20% 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsSaudi 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 ↗
Technology · WIREDFlock 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchIndia 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 NewsTech Now
Adrienne Murray follows NASA scientists in Iceland researching a rare total solar eclipse.Read original ↗
Technology · TechCrunchTilly 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsKerry 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 · BBC NewsI 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 NewsWould 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsTata 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsGrim 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 NewsA 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 · EngadgetHow 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetAI 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchAnthropic’s first embedded evaluator is … Accenture?
Accenture is about to take on its most high-risk consulting engagement ever.Read original ↗
Technology · EngadgetSony 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 ↗
Technology · EngadgetClicks Communicator shipments begin in December
The BlackBerry-like phone also got a spec bump and an impending price hike.Read original ↗
Technology · EngadgetWhat 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 ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaAI 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchAutomattic 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsAt 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 ↗
Technology · WIREDApple 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 · WIREDHere’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 TechnicaFAA 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 ↗
World · BBC NewsIs 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 · EngadgetThe 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 · TechCrunchA 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 MediaPutin warns Trump about Canada
Sorry, wrong speech.Read original ↗
Technology · GZERO MediaAI 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 · BBC NewsRussian 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 ↗
Technology · TechCrunchDisney’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 TechnicaFCC 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 · Ars TechnicaFinding the cells that put our brain to sleep
Rare cells with widespread connectivity seem to be able to trigger sleep.Read original ↗
Technology · The DecoderCalifornia Governor Newsom signs executive order demanding "kill switch" for AI models
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order seeking independent auditors inside AI labs and a "kill switch" for AI models.…Read original ↗
Technology · TechCrunchIn India, the new iPhone can arrive faster than a pizza
Availability of Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series turned patchy within hours of its debut on India's quick-commerce apps.Read original ↗
Technology · Ars TechnicaUS government website used Chinese model the FBI called "malicious"
The Federal Register website briefly used an open source Chinese AI search tool.Read original ↗
Technology · Cloudflare Blog · Official sourceSaving 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 · The DecoderSecurity researchers used Anthropic's Claude to hack OpenAI's internal systems in under 72 hours
Three security researchers used Anthropic's Claude models to break into OpenAI's internal systems through its community forum in less than 72 hours.…Read original ↗
Business · BBC NewsWarren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins'
Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.Read original ↗
Business · BBC NewsRyanair boss Michael O'Leary apologises over 'high-fare rapists' remarks
O'Leary described his choice of language as "careless" and said "it won't happen again".Read original ↗
Technology · TechCrunchDario Amodei and other AI leaders want to ‘Pace the Frontier’ but…how?
A week after an Anthropic researcher’s doomsday warning rattled the AI world, the company’s CEO Dario Amodei has outlined his plan to “pace the frontier” of AI development.…Read original ↗
Technology · TechCrunchManus seeks $4B valuation in new $500M fundraise as it resumes independent ops
Manus, which earlier this year had to break off a merger with Meta, is in discussions to raise $500M at a $4B valuation.Read original ↗
World · GZERO MediaFewer migrants, but deadlier journeys to Europe
The number of migrants and refugees reaching the continent by sea has dropped sharply this year as many European countries tighten their immigration rules.…Read original ↗
World · GZERO MediaSaudis play telephone to stop the Houthis, South Africans protest against data centers, Australia hopes rugby can stop China in the Pacific
The Saudis ask China for help “Hi, China , it’s Saudi Arabia , could you tell Iran to ask the Houthis to chill out?…Read original ↗
Technology · WIREDAn Undercover Google Analyst Infiltrated a Notorious Supply-Chain Hacking Gang
TeamPCP pulled off the worst-ever software supply-chain hacking spree and breached thousands of companies.…Read original ↗
Technology · BBC NewsFlight chaos caused by 'millisecond' software defect, report says
The failure led to more than 2,000 flights being cancelled and hundreds of thousands of passengers affected.Read original ↗
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