With high pressure developing across the UK, the start of November is looking very…
With high pressure developing across the UK, the start of November is looking very settled with no significant rain in the forecast.
Global walker Karl Bushby is almost within sight of his journey's end after 28 years…
Global walker Karl Bushby is almost within sight of his journey's end after 28 years away.
The prime minister has categorically ruled out an early general election, but it has…
The prime minister has categorically ruled out an early general election, but it has not stopped speculation at Westminster.
Charles Leclerc went fastest in a practice session featuring 10 rookie drivers
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc goes fastest in Friday practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Fallon Sherrock won £25,000 for reaching the third round of the PDC World…
Fallon Sherrock defeats reigning world champion Luke Littler in one leg of darts to win £501,000.
Moloney-MacDonald scored four tries as England ultimately overcame the United States…
England's Red Roses return to winning ways, but without entirely vanquishing doubts over their position at the top of the women's game, as they see off the United States.
Jamie Carragher became a pundit following retirement from playing in 2013
Aston Villa say they will initiate legal action against Jamie Carragher over what the club branded as "unacceptable insults".
That variety was part of the show's appeal.
From Tapestry to The Inner Light, these are the 10 best Star Trek: The Next Generation episodes, ranked.
The second series of the hit series reached its climax on Friday after attracting 15…
The second series of the hit series reached its climax on Friday after attracting 15 million viewers.
A new Pokémon fan game, Oops! All Eevees, gives Eevee the spotlight, with 300+ new…
A new Pokémon fan game, Oops! All Eevees, gives Eevee the spotlight, with 300+ new Eeveelution forms for FireRed and LeafGreen.
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
Apple will launch Apple Intelligence in China with iOS 27.3, the company announced on its Chinese newsroom website, as reported by MacRumors. The Apple Intelligence features will be available first in an iOS 27.3 beta that's set to launch on November 4th, with a full iOS 27.3 release scheduled for…
Hundreds of slaves were killed by colonial leaders in the Demerera rebellion of 1823…
Hundreds of slaves were killed by colonial leaders in the Demerera rebellion of 1823, with many survivors executed.
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ...
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ... We created an admirable individual."
The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's…
The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's ballistic missiles.
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confronted his Russian counterpart at the meeting…
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confronted his Russian counterpart at the meeting and accused his government of killing innocent civilians in Ukraine.
Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including…
Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including abortions, that is unavailable in Texas.
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OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that…
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI, as reported earlier by Search Engine Roundtable. With this control, publishers can apply their AI training preferences across multiple AI companies, instead of…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has two quests that are directly inspired by fairy tales…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has two quests that are directly inspired by fairy tales, and they're both well worth experiencing.
A federal judge is opening an formal inquiry into Trump officials' conduct in the East Potomac case, including whether they misled the court about their plans for the municipal golf course.
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Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
The open-source MPC Sample Key won’t be focused on chopping up drum breaks.
Akai teased its new MPC Sample Key on Instagram earlier this week, and said it plans to open-source its software so the modding community can hack it to their hearts' delight. While there's no word yet on when the device will launch or how much it will cost, The Verge has received exclusive images…
The cyber-attack, which the company describes as complex, is believed to be the…
The cyber-attack, which the company describes as complex, is believed to be the largest ever of its kind.
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
On this weekend's streaming and VOD movie column, there's a post-apocalyptic…
On this weekend's streaming and VOD movie column, there's a post-apocalyptic blockbuster, an erotic thriller, and much more.
GTA Advance might be one of the worst GTA games, but it was still an essential…
GTA Advance might be one of the worst GTA games, but it was still an essential stepping stone for what makes GTA great today
Footage of the deadly incident appeared in the game's opening sequence
Activision apologizes for using footage of the 2022 Itaewon crowd crush in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and will remove it in November.
The escalation came after the government suspended two senior justices and moved to…
The escalation came after the government suspended two senior justices and moved to bring criminal charges against them.
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam…
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in an interview that it's "terrible" to have RAM in personal PCs instead of data centers. During his appearance on the Cheeky Pint podcast, where he also commented on AI's impact on math, Altman said: "A…
Novaya Gazeta has been one of the most high-profile independent news outlets in…
Novaya Gazeta has been one of the most high-profile independent news outlets in Russia over the last three decades.
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
Shares in Intel continue to fall while the tech-heavy Nasdaq opens at its lowest…
Shares in Intel continue to fall while the tech-heavy Nasdaq opens at its lowest level in more than two months.
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
Espers look like traditional Final Fantasy summons, but they behave differently.
Here's where to find each Esper location in Final Fantasy Resonance and how to recruit them
Before Crystal Lake and Hannibal, Bryan Fuller created Dead Like Me, a dark fantasy…
Before Crystal Lake and Hannibal, Bryan Fuller created Dead Like Me, a dark fantasy comedy about grim reapers. Both seasons stream free on Tubi.
On this week's TV column, there's a new Apple TV thriller, the return of an HBO hit…
On this week's TV column, there's a new Apple TV thriller, the return of an HBO hit, a documentary series, and more.
Nestled on a quiet back street in the once-booming oil town of Franklin, PA, sits St. John's Episcopal Church. While the exterior is pleasing and well-maintained, the true treasures are discovered once you pass through the large wood-and-iron doors. Every window at St. John's was created by the…
What’s more wondrous than towering spires on a building? Stained glass?
What’s more wondrous than towering spires on a building? Stained glass? Vaulted windows, or garden roofs? One word: Ghouls. Nothing jazzes up a normal old cathedral or mansion more than a mischievous face etched in stone, smiling (or, more likely, grimacing) at those passing below. Gargoyles and…
Alliance for the Future, unveiled at Montreal summit and open to other countries…
Alliance for the Future, unveiled at Montreal summit and open to other countries, conceived for world ‘shaken by new storms’ Canada and Europe have announced a new alliance of like-minded nations to serve as both a “protective canopy under which our citizens can thrive” and a powerful hedge against…
Steam and the Epic Games Store always have a rotating list of free-to-play and…
What's free on Steam, Epic, PS5, and Xbox right now? Here's what's free to download and keep on PC, PlayStation Plus and Game Pass for Oct. 30-Nov. 5.
Through multiple park experiences at MAX POWER , NASA and a variety of external…
America’s newest aerospace expo and air show – MAX POWER – is fast approaching, and NASA has announced key events beginning Friday, Nov. 6, and running through Sunday, Nov. 8, hosted on and near the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Through multiple park experiences at MAX POWER, NASA and a…
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
From the new Sarah Maas to Jane Schoenbrun’s debut novel, this week has something for…
From the new Sarah Maas to Jane Schoenbrun’s debut novel, this week has something for everyone
To open the Crimson Manor, you need to obtain the Puppet's Tongue , a unique item…
Learn how to open the Crimson Manor in Phantom Blade Zero in this guide and what you find inside the mysterious place.
The Project Suncatcher satellite generated a haiku about being in space.
Google's AI chip-equipped satellite has generated its first response from space. In a blog post on Friday, Google says it successfully booted up the satellite's Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), allowing the on-board Gemma 4 model to follow through on a prompt to create a haiku about being in space…
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has filled out its cast
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone casts new Sorting Hat, Nearly Headless Nick, Fat Lady and more in new announcement from HBO.
Frank Cornelius, a retired Korea and Vietnam War veteran has taken what started out…
Frank Cornelius, a retired Korea and Vietnam War veteran has taken what started out as a personal collection of Marine Corps memorabilia and created a museum, with his wife Nancy. He gives guided tours (by appointment) during the summer months. The collection started out as a display in the family…
Across the country, there are reports of heightened ICE activity. Advocates worry about how close it is to midterms, but so far voter turnout is surging.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
RJ Scaringe spent nearly half of Rivian’s earnings call hyping self-driving tech.
During an hourlong earnings call last night, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe spent less time talking about the production ramp of the all-important R2 SUV than he did hyping the company's still-unproven autonomous vehicle ambitions. But the company faces a crucial test later this year, when it rolls out its…
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
Starbucks could eventually show you a personalized digital menu when you pull up to the drive-thru. During an earnings call on Thursday, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol said the company is going to explore "experiences that recognize participating customers as they arrive, present personalized digital…
Cryptocurrency theft is estimated to generate half of the country’s foreign currency…
Cryptocurrency theft is estimated to generate half of the country’s foreign currency income North Korea plays by its own rules. The isolated, secretive and autocratic country is largely cut off from the world’s economic system – but when it comes to generating foreign earnings it relies on some of…
A Nintendo hardware Easter egg gives Ocarina of Time fans one more reason to wish for…
A Nintendo hardware Easter egg gives Ocarina of Time fans one more reason to wish for a Zelda Switch 2 pre-order
EA reportedly chose to kill the latest Mass Effect game so it could focus on Star…
EA reportedly chose to kill the latest Mass Effect game so it could focus on Star Wars.
The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen!
The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen! The HomeView does CarPlay apps! For the first time in a long time, Apple is in a period of unabashed gadget experimentation, and while the final results aren't always perfect, it's fun to watch the most successful product maker try some…
Humanitarian convoy brings food and medicine to Russian-held city near Kherson where…
Humanitarian convoy brings food and medicine to Russian-held city where people have suffered severe shortages People living in the besieged Russian-held city of Oleshky in southern Ukraine were evacuated on Friday as part of a joint relief operation, the first of its kind in four years and eight…
Tributes have been paid to the legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was…
Tributes have been paid to the legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was born in Mirfield.
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal…
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection in September.
HoYoverse announced the Petit Planet release date in a new trailer that highlights…
HoYoverse announced the Petit Planet release date in a new trailer that highlights the life-sim's extensive customization options
Having effectively began day four on 40-4, South Africa batted on and on against…
South Africa set up an epic final day of their decisive Test against Australia by batting throughout the fourth day. What does history suggest could happen?
Modern smart TVs let you skip the streaming device, which is convenient, but they also come with their own issues, including privacy concerns and frequent updates. The Vizio Mini LED Quantum TV lets you cut out the rigamarole and just get straight to the HDMI ports. And right now, it’s discounted…
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the…
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the Canadian wilderness was axed as part of government budget cuts.
The meeting involved representatives from the UK's four nations to discuss devolving…
The meeting involved representatives from the UK's four nations to discuss devolving more powers to regions and cities.
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
Toyota will assemble Waymo-equipped bZ4X electric SUVs directly on its factory line…
Waymo announced today that it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan for a robotaxi service in Tokyo. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely under one roof at…
'The Uprising' is headed for Peacock on Nov. 6, less than two months after hitting…
'The Uprising' is headed for Peacock on Nov. 6, less than two months after hitting theaters.
HBO's My Adventures with Green Lantern reveals official episode count and Superman…
HBO's My Adventures with Green Lantern reveals official episode count and Superman season 4 update.
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
The best Steam games to wishlist this week include a shooter, some cozy gems, and a…
The best Steam games to wishlist this week include a shooter, some cozy gems, and a twee take on volleyball.
Forget the kraken of sailors’ nightmares.
Forget the kraken of sailors’ nightmares. The monster really does exist—and in the Asturian fishing town of Luarca, you can come face-to-face with one. Far from being a ship-swallowing beast, the giant squid is a mysterious inhabitant of the ocean depths whose strange anatomy has inspired legends…
Image credit: NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI; Image Processing: Joseph DePasquale (STScI)
Intricate structures within the Cat’s Head Nebula are illuminated in this mid-infrared view from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope released on Oct. 29, 2026. The distinctive “cat’s head” shape of the nebula was likely sculpted over time by the intense ultraviolet radiation and winds from massive…
Independent outlet, whose former editor Dmitry Muratov won Nobel prize, cites…
Independent outlet, whose former editor Dmitry Muratov won Nobel prize, cites intolerable pressure from authorities Novaya Gazeta, one of Russia’s best-known independent media outlets, has announced it will permanently close next month. The newspaper, whose former editor-in-chief Dmitry Muratov won…
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here Peunte begins by paying…
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here Peunte begins by paying tribute to all affected by the incident. He says that “at present, evidence points to a failure within Adif’s command and control centre,” but adds that investigators are still looking “to clarify what exactly…
As the weather cools, it may be worth investing in a smart thermostat to help lower your energy bills. Right now, Google’s fourth-gen Nest Learning Thermostat is on sale in all three colors for $219.99 ($60 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and The Home Depot, matching its best price of the year and just…
Pope Leo XIV says AI systems should be "disarmed," adding that humans "have the…
Pope Leo XIV says AI systems should be "disarmed," adding that humans "have the responsibility to guide, change and, when necessary, reject its applications." In Friday's Papal Address, Pope Leo encourages United Nations member states to "take concrete steps toward banning lethal autonomous…
The items inside included tweezers, a small glass perfume bottle, an incense burner…
Archaeologists uncover jewellery, cosmetics and coins in cabinet sealed since eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79 Fragments of personal objects, from makeup tools and a perfume bottle to coins and a child’s necklace, have been found tucked away in a wooden wardrobe sealed off for almost 2,000 years…
Every election, there is a crucial sliver of voters who help determine which candidates win. Here are five takeaways from a year of listening to voters who backed Biden in 2020 and then Trump in 2024.
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Media Contacts: Alise Fisher Headquarters, Washington 202-358-2546…
NASA issued a Request for Information Oct. 29 to learn more about industry capabilities for in-space servicing to support the agency’s Hubble Space Telescope.
Alexander Throm, of the ruling conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU)…
Activists call for people to make their anger known over poor public services including education and housing Europe live – latest updates Street protests sweeping Europe are expected to spread to Germany and reignite in France on Saturday, with police mobilised to stop potential looting and…
Maine Sen. Susan Collins, a Republican, was midway through defending her record…
Maine Sen. Susan Collins, a Republican, was midway through defending her record during the final debate of the midterms when an audience member cut her short. "I'm terrified," a man shouted. "AI data centers are destroying our climate. They are poisoning our water." Collins brushed off the…
Companies like Hoto and Fanttik have elevated the design and functionality of tools like electric screwdrivers, but Arrowmax wants to make them smarter by adding a camera and AI that work together to eliminate the trial and error of finding the exact type and size of bit you need. It's convenient…
Pedro Sánchez says government’s task is to investigate causes of Wednesday’s crash…
Pedro Sánchez vows to investigate crash that killed 69 people – and rebuild public confidence Europe live – latest updates Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has admitted “trust in high-speed rail has been broken” after Wednesday’s train collision that killed at least 69 people, injured more…
Brazilian media ridicule defeated candidate over ‘shameful’ absconsion to US and…
Brazilian media ridicule defeated candidate over ‘shameful’ absconsion to US and bizarre letter with wrong coat of arms Flávio Bolsonaro had hoped that by Sunday night people would be calling him the next president of Brazil. Instead, the far-right politician’s decision to flee to the US after…
Scraping copyrighted material from internet could ‘potentially’ amount to acquisition…
Scraping copyrighted material from internet could ‘potentially’ amount to acquisition of property by government, Anne Twomey says Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast Altering copyright law to allow AI companies to scrape music, books and journalism could trigger a…
The foundation stone of the hospital was laid in 1907 by Sir George Clarke, the then…
In Mumbai’s Cumballa Hill area, there is a really old arch over a lane. The lane goes towards The B. D. Petit Parsee General Hospital. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid in 1907 by Sir George Clarke, the then Governor of Mumbai. The hospital played a very important role during the…
$3 billion of stolen assets have been frozen so far, and Binance has promised to…
Binance has disclosed that $6.3 billion worth of crypto funds have been stolen from the platform, in what's believed to be the biggest cryptocurrency hack on record. In a series of updates posted to X, the crypto exchange said that user funds are safe, and that around $3 billion of the impacted…
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
Altman says OpenAI has spent hundreds of millions on math — and has more discoveries…
After months of bombarding mathematicians with a relentless stream of AI-generated results, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he sympathizes with researchers struggling to make sense of it all. But he has no intention of stopping - and hints there could be much more to come from the company's stockpile of…
The Wikimedia Foundation is staking out a middle ground in a group of landmark AI…
The Wikimedia Foundation is staking out a middle ground in a group of landmark AI copyright cases, pushing courts to legally protect large language models (LLMs) training on copyrighted work - but not chatbots regurgitating that work to users. An overly black-and-white ruling, it says, could either…
Investing in any stock is kind of like gambling in the sense that you're betting your…
Investing in any stock is kind of like gambling in the sense that you're betting your money on a company's future performance. But how do you bet on a technology that could, in the worst-case scenario, "pose catastrophic or existential risks to humanity," or best case, "bring forth an age of…
The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3…
The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3 billion was impacted in an apparent hack.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Three years ago, I wrote an obituary for the smart display.
Three years ago, I wrote an obituary for the smart display. The category - smart speakers with touchscreens attached - was stuck with a few underpowered gadgets from Google and Amazon that tried to do too much and did too little well. Back then, I also laid out what they needed to do to improve. […]
IISS study questions overreliance on American support and ‘overdependence on…
IISS study questions overreliance on American support and ‘overdependence on expensive, high-end systems’ Gulf states are going to have to reconfigure their trillion-dollar defences given the damage inflicted on their economies and the questionable continued value of US bases in the face of Iranian…
A joke by former President Obama has gone viral and received backlash from the Trump…
A joke by former President Obama has gone viral and received backlash from the Trump administration as the issue of affordability looms large over next week's midterm elections.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
It wasn't immediately clear the extent of the damage hackers might have been able to…
It wasn't immediately clear the extent of the damage hackers might have been able to cause, and Binance had not explicitly confirmed that funds had been pilfered. The company said its teams are "working around the clock" to resolve the issue.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Alaska's governor ordered an investigation into claims that Dems recruited a spoiler candidate to confuse voters. And, Hegseth ousted an Army general as the U.S. prepares for potential attacks on Iran.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Hundreds of slaves were killed by colonial leaders in the Demerera rebellion of 1823…
Hundreds of slaves were killed by colonial leaders in the Demerera rebellion of 1823, with many survivors executed.
The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's…
The American-made interceptors are the only effective weapon for downing Russia's ballistic missiles.
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confronted his Russian counterpart at the meeting…
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confronted his Russian counterpart at the meeting and accused his government of killing innocent civilians in Ukraine.
Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including…
Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including abortions, that is unavailable in Texas.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
A federal judge is opening an formal inquiry into Trump officials' conduct in the East Potomac case, including whether they misled the court about their plans for the municipal golf course.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
The cyber-attack, which the company describes as complex, is believed to be the…
The cyber-attack, which the company describes as complex, is believed to be the largest ever of its kind.
The escalation came after the government suspended two senior justices and moved to…
The escalation came after the government suspended two senior justices and moved to bring criminal charges against them.
Novaya Gazeta has been one of the most high-profile independent news outlets in…
Novaya Gazeta has been one of the most high-profile independent news outlets in Russia over the last three decades.
Shares in Intel continue to fall while the tech-heavy Nasdaq opens at its lowest…
Shares in Intel continue to fall while the tech-heavy Nasdaq opens at its lowest level in more than two months.
Alliance for the Future, unveiled at Montreal summit and open to other countries…
Alliance for the Future, unveiled at Montreal summit and open to other countries, conceived for world ‘shaken by new storms’ Canada and Europe have announced a new alliance of like-minded nations to serve as both a “protective canopy under which our citizens can thrive” and a powerful hedge against…
Across the country, there are reports of heightened ICE activity. Advocates worry about how close it is to midterms, but so far voter turnout is surging.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Cryptocurrency theft is estimated to generate half of the country’s foreign currency…
Cryptocurrency theft is estimated to generate half of the country’s foreign currency income North Korea plays by its own rules. The isolated, secretive and autocratic country is largely cut off from the world’s economic system – but when it comes to generating foreign earnings it relies on some of…
Humanitarian convoy brings food and medicine to Russian-held city near Kherson where…
Humanitarian convoy brings food and medicine to Russian-held city where people have suffered severe shortages People living in the besieged Russian-held city of Oleshky in southern Ukraine were evacuated on Friday as part of a joint relief operation, the first of its kind in four years and eight…
Tributes have been paid to the legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was…
Tributes have been paid to the legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was born in Mirfield.
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal…
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection in September.
Having effectively began day four on 40-4, South Africa batted on and on against…
South Africa set up an epic final day of their decisive Test against Australia by batting throughout the fourth day. What does history suggest could happen?
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the…
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the Canadian wilderness was axed as part of government budget cuts.
The meeting involved representatives from the UK's four nations to discuss devolving…
The meeting involved representatives from the UK's four nations to discuss devolving more powers to regions and cities.
Independent outlet, whose former editor Dmitry Muratov won Nobel prize, cites…
Independent outlet, whose former editor Dmitry Muratov won Nobel prize, cites intolerable pressure from authorities Novaya Gazeta, one of Russia’s best-known independent media outlets, has announced it will permanently close next month. The newspaper, whose former editor-in-chief Dmitry Muratov won…
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here Peunte begins by paying…
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here Peunte begins by paying tribute to all affected by the incident. He says that “at present, evidence points to a failure within Adif’s command and control centre,” but adds that investigators are still looking “to clarify what exactly…
The items inside included tweezers, a small glass perfume bottle, an incense burner…
Archaeologists uncover jewellery, cosmetics and coins in cabinet sealed since eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79 Fragments of personal objects, from makeup tools and a perfume bottle to coins and a child’s necklace, have been found tucked away in a wooden wardrobe sealed off for almost 2,000 years…
Every election, there is a crucial sliver of voters who help determine which candidates win. Here are five takeaways from a year of listening to voters who backed Biden in 2020 and then Trump in 2024.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Alexander Throm, of the ruling conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU)…
Activists call for people to make their anger known over poor public services including education and housing Europe live – latest updates Street protests sweeping Europe are expected to spread to Germany and reignite in France on Saturday, with police mobilised to stop potential looting and…
Pedro Sánchez says government’s task is to investigate causes of Wednesday’s crash…
Pedro Sánchez vows to investigate crash that killed 69 people – and rebuild public confidence Europe live – latest updates Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has admitted “trust in high-speed rail has been broken” after Wednesday’s train collision that killed at least 69 people, injured more…
Brazilian media ridicule defeated candidate over ‘shameful’ absconsion to US and…
Brazilian media ridicule defeated candidate over ‘shameful’ absconsion to US and bizarre letter with wrong coat of arms Flávio Bolsonaro had hoped that by Sunday night people would be calling him the next president of Brazil. Instead, the far-right politician’s decision to flee to the US after…
Scraping copyrighted material from internet could ‘potentially’ amount to acquisition…
Scraping copyrighted material from internet could ‘potentially’ amount to acquisition of property by government, Anne Twomey says Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast Altering copyright law to allow AI companies to scrape music, books and journalism could trigger a…
The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3…
The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3 billion was impacted in an apparent hack.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
IISS study questions overreliance on American support and ‘overdependence on…
IISS study questions overreliance on American support and ‘overdependence on expensive, high-end systems’ Gulf states are going to have to reconfigure their trillion-dollar defences given the damage inflicted on their economies and the questionable continued value of US bases in the face of Iranian…
A joke by former President Obama has gone viral and received backlash from the Trump…
A joke by former President Obama has gone viral and received backlash from the Trump administration as the issue of affordability looms large over next week's midterm elections.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
It wasn't immediately clear the extent of the damage hackers might have been able to…
It wasn't immediately clear the extent of the damage hackers might have been able to cause, and Binance had not explicitly confirmed that funds had been pilfered. The company said its teams are "working around the clock" to resolve the issue.
NPR keeps its articles on its own site, so there is no AI summary here. The description above is theirs.
Alaska's governor ordered an investigation into claims that Dems recruited a spoiler candidate to confuse voters. And, Hegseth ousted an Army general as the U.S. prepares for potential attacks on Iran.
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Beijing Queer film festival, which was due to begin on Friday in China’s capital, is…
Forums for discussion of feminist and LGBTQ+ views face growing intolerance from Chinese state, say experts Beijing’s annual independent queer film festival has been cancelled after what is understood to have been a campaign of sustained harassment from authorities. Beijing Queer film festival…
Anthropic gave a 94-page list of risk factors in its S-1 this week.
Anthropic gave a 94-page list of risk factors in its S-1 this week. Two of them stood out.
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After improbable election victory, the unconventional grassroots movement says it…
After improbable election victory, the unconventional grassroots movement says it will prioritise dismissal of corrupt officials In Belgrade’s Pioneers Park, just across from the national assembly, a small crowd craned their necks to listen. One woman held aloft a placard reading “Love prevailed…
Turkey has been hit by powerful thunderstorms and a fatal tornado this week with more…
Turkey has been hit by powerful thunderstorms and a fatal tornado this week with more heavy rain expected Heavy rain and strong winds will continue to affect parts of south-eastern Europe and Turkey over the next few days, as an area of low pressure in the region has allowed for the formation of…
Nabil Shamsan said massacres were taking place in Yemen’s third city, that oxygen and…
Oxygen, food and water supplies running low and massacres taking place, says Nabil Shamsan The Houthis are trying to send the city of Taiz back to the stone age, the city’s governor said in a briefing designed to urge the international community to do more to lift the month-long siege. Nabil…
The websites of unknown origin are targeting key U.S. House races.
The websites of unknown origin are targeting key U.S. House races. They are getting picked up by ChatGPT's responses but Google's products avoid promoting them.
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Prices for candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum have risen 7.7% in one…
Prices for candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum have risen 7.7% in one year and are up more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data.
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NPR member stations are gathering information for voters — from voter guides down to…
NPR member stations are gathering information for voters — from voter guides down to local races. Scroll through to find your state and the resources available from your local member station.
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An NPR investigation finds that more than 15,000 military veterans were put into…
An NPR investigation finds that more than 15,000 military veterans were put into much-higher-cost home loans after the Trump administration cut a key program. Many now pay $1,000 more per month.
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Republicans control 10 more state legislatures than Democrats.
Republicans control 10 more state legislatures than Democrats. That's where most laws on taxes, abortion, crime and schools are made.
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Israel's consequential election has ended in a deadlock, with neither side able to claim a majority, What happens now?
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Critics say the tech entrepreneur's enormous wealth has given him too much political…
Critics say the tech entrepreneur's enormous wealth has given him too much political power. But when stacked up against other notable American moguls, historians say he's not unique.
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Candidates across the U.S. have paid lip service to affordability issues.
Candidates across the U.S. have paid lip service to affordability issues. In Florida, the question of how to save voters money, and at what cost, is literally on the ballot.
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Most kids say they use chatbots for help with homework and when they're stressed…
Most kids say they use chatbots for help with homework and when they're stressed, lonely, or anxious. And how they use chatbots is tied to their mental health.
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The competitive map for control of the U.S. Senate has expanded considerably in the final days before Election Day. Here's a ranking of those competitive races from most likely to flip to least likely.
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While many young voters are focused on the cost of living in the election, for some from immigrant families, the political calculation — and their votes — is often about even more than the economy.
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In today’s newsletter: Benjamin Netanyahu has been left without a majority, now it is…
In today’s newsletter: Benjamin Netanyahu has been left without a majority, now it is up to the coalition to find out whether the desire for change will prove to be a defining political moment Good morning. It was described by many Israelis as the most consequential election in their country’s…
Next month’s poll no longer the contest it was, as Pedro Sánchez finds himself forced…
Next month’s poll no longer the contest it was, as Pedro Sánchez finds himself forced to defend government’s safety record One of the most dependable cliches of contemporary Spanish politics is that it never pays to bet against Pedro Sánchez . Time and time again – as leader of the Spanish…
Victorian court of appeal rules Patterson should be jailed for life with no parole…
Victorian court of appeal rules Patterson should be jailed for life with no parole over deadly beef wellington lunch that killed three people Erin Patterson mushroom murders appeal – live updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Erin Patterson has lost her bid to…
NSW police say charges include child rape and relate to 23 alleged victims aged…
NSW police say charges include child rape and relate to 23 alleged victims aged between one and five at a Sydney childcare centre Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast One of Australia’s most notorious paedophiles is facing hundreds more child abuse charges, including for the…
As thousands of datacentres are constructed across Europe, the Guardian and…
As thousands of datacentres are constructed across Europe, the Guardian and Investigate Europe have uncovered disturbing evidence that some workers building them are exposed to dangerous conditions and living in fear of speaking out Sandu* checked his watch. He was winding down the last 15 minutes…
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
USDA has identified 74 animal cases in US since parasitic flies invaded in June.
Apple will launch Apple Intelligence in China with iOS 27.3, the company announced on its Chinese newsroom website, as reported by MacRumors. The Apple Intelligence features will be available first in an iOS 27.3 beta that's set to launch on November 4th, with a full iOS 27.3 release scheduled for…
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ...
"For huge numbers of people, I will always be Jean-Luc Picard. ... We created an admirable individual."
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that…
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI, as reported earlier by Search Engine Roundtable. With this control, publishers can apply their AI training preferences across multiple AI companies, instead of…
Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
Boom’s airliner may be delayed, and its data center power business lost a customer.
The open-source MPC Sample Key won’t be focused on chopping up drum breaks.
Akai teased its new MPC Sample Key on Instagram earlier this week, and said it plans to open-source its software so the modding community can hack it to their hearts' delight. While there's no word yet on when the device will launch or how much it will cost, The Verge has received exclusive images…
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
It's still unknown how attackers got access to Anthropic's verified Cursor account.
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam…
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in an interview that it's "terrible" to have RAM in personal PCs instead of data centers. During his appearance on the Cheeky Pint podcast, where he also commented on AI's impact on math, Altman said: "A…
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
People who love AI don't always love telling others they used it.
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
Faked symptoms still point to infections that antibiotics don't treat.
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
But it's still early days for the relatively new e-commerce use case.
The Project Suncatcher satellite generated a haiku about being in space.
Google's AI chip-equipped satellite has generated its first response from space. In a blog post on Friday, Google says it successfully booted up the satellite's Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), allowing the on-board Gemma 4 model to follow through on a prompt to create a haiku about being in space…
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
A meteorite found in the Sahara is a rare piece of Mars' ancient crust.
RJ Scaringe spent nearly half of Rivian’s earnings call hyping self-driving tech.
During an hourlong earnings call last night, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe spent less time talking about the production ramp of the all-important R2 SUV than he did hyping the company's still-unproven autonomous vehicle ambitions. But the company faces a crucial test later this year, when it rolls out its…
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
Low costs and offline security mean magnetic tape still has a job.
Starbucks could eventually show you a personalized digital menu when you pull up to the drive-thru. During an earnings call on Thursday, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol said the company is going to explore "experiences that recognize participating customers as they arrive, present personalized digital…
The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen!
The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen! The HomeView does CarPlay apps! For the first time in a long time, Apple is in a period of unabashed gadget experimentation, and while the final results aren't always perfect, it's fun to watch the most successful product maker try some…
Modern smart TVs let you skip the streaming device, which is convenient, but they also come with their own issues, including privacy concerns and frequent updates. The Vizio Mini LED Quantum TV lets you cut out the rigamarole and just get straight to the HDMI ports. And right now, it’s discounted…
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
Applying for FAFSA may get messy as DOJ “ghost student” crackdown ramps up.
Toyota will assemble Waymo-equipped bZ4X electric SUVs directly on its factory line…
Waymo announced today that it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan for a robotaxi service in Tokyo. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely under one roof at…
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
There's no evidence that Starship will launch traditional satellites, either.
As the weather cools, it may be worth investing in a smart thermostat to help lower your energy bills. Right now, Google’s fourth-gen Nest Learning Thermostat is on sale in all three colors for $219.99 ($60 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and The Home Depot, matching its best price of the year and just…
Pope Leo XIV says AI systems should be "disarmed," adding that humans "have the…
Pope Leo XIV says AI systems should be "disarmed," adding that humans "have the responsibility to guide, change and, when necessary, reject its applications." In Friday's Papal Address, Pope Leo encourages United Nations member states to "take concrete steps toward banning lethal autonomous…
Maine Sen. Susan Collins, a Republican, was midway through defending her record…
Maine Sen. Susan Collins, a Republican, was midway through defending her record during the final debate of the midterms when an audience member cut her short. "I'm terrified," a man shouted. "AI data centers are destroying our climate. They are poisoning our water." Collins brushed off the…
Companies like Hoto and Fanttik have elevated the design and functionality of tools like electric screwdrivers, but Arrowmax wants to make them smarter by adding a camera and AI that work together to eliminate the trial and error of finding the exact type and size of bit you need. It's convenient…
$3 billion of stolen assets have been frozen so far, and Binance has promised to…
Binance has disclosed that $6.3 billion worth of crypto funds have been stolen from the platform, in what's believed to be the biggest cryptocurrency hack on record. In a series of updates posted to X, the crypto exchange said that user funds are safe, and that around $3 billion of the impacted…
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
Binance scrambles to freeze billions after record-breaking hack linked to North Korea.
Altman says OpenAI has spent hundreds of millions on math — and has more discoveries…
After months of bombarding mathematicians with a relentless stream of AI-generated results, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he sympathizes with researchers struggling to make sense of it all. But he has no intention of stopping - and hints there could be much more to come from the company's stockpile of…
The Wikimedia Foundation is staking out a middle ground in a group of landmark AI…
The Wikimedia Foundation is staking out a middle ground in a group of landmark AI copyright cases, pushing courts to legally protect large language models (LLMs) training on copyrighted work - but not chatbots regurgitating that work to users. An overly black-and-white ruling, it says, could either…
Investing in any stock is kind of like gambling in the sense that you're betting your…
Investing in any stock is kind of like gambling in the sense that you're betting your money on a company's future performance. But how do you bet on a technology that could, in the worst-case scenario, "pose catastrophic or existential risks to humanity," or best case, "bring forth an age of…
Three years ago, I wrote an obituary for the smart display.
Three years ago, I wrote an obituary for the smart display. The category - smart speakers with touchscreens attached - was stuck with a few underpowered gadgets from Google and Amazon that tried to do too much and did too little well. Back then, I also laid out what they needed to do to improve. […]
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
Disgraced founder of Theranos has some people falling for her act all over again.
It's been a good week for ULA, with big NASA contract, Vulcan nearing…
It's been a good week for ULA, with big NASA contract, Vulcan nearing return-to-flight.
Apple's $2,000 folding phone is a surprisingly good stand-in for a $20 notebook.
Apple's $2,000 folding phone is a surprisingly good stand-in for a $20 notebook. Believe me; nothing gets me going quite like a new notebook. This one will be different, I think. This time, I really will take it everywhere. Inspiration can strike at any moment, and you have to be ready, says David…
Reddit's search traffic "was down meaningfully" last quarter.
Reddit's search traffic "was down meaningfully" last quarter.
The latest update also brings a cloud recovery option for PCs that won't boot.
The latest update also brings a cloud recovery option for PCs that won't boot.
Inspector general rejected request from Democratic and Republican senators.
Inspector general rejected request from Democratic and Republican senators.
President orders trade talks on foreign-made factory robots, threatens tariffs.
President orders trade talks on foreign-made factory robots, threatens tariffs.
Through multiple park experiences at MAX POWER , NASA and a variety of external…
America’s newest aerospace expo and air show – MAX POWER – is fast approaching, and NASA has announced key events beginning Friday, Nov. 6, and running through Sunday, Nov. 8, hosted on and near the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Through multiple park experiences at MAX POWER, NASA and a…
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Intricate structures within the Cat’s Head Nebula are illuminated in this mid-infrared view from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope released on Oct. 29, 2026. The distinctive “cat’s head” shape of the nebula was likely sculpted over time by the intense ultraviolet radiation and winds from massive…
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NASA issued a Request for Information Oct. 29 to learn more about industry capabilities for in-space servicing to support the agency’s Hubble Space Telescope.
A carefully structured combination of diet and exercise may offer a powerful way to…
A promising new study suggests that more than half of younger adults with type 2 diabetes could achieve remission in just six months through a combination of a low-calorie diet and structured exercise. Researchers found that 54% of participants under age 45 who followed an intensive diet and…
Scientists have created a miniature universe in the laboratory that could help answer…
Scientists have created a miniature universe in the laboratory that could help answer one of the biggest mysteries in physics: What is time, and where does it come from? Using 24,000 ultracold atoms, a University of Birmingham researcher built an isolated quantum system that repeatedly expands and…
Scientists may have solved a 66-million-year-old mystery: how crocodiles survived the…
Scientists may have solved a 66-million-year-old mystery: how crocodiles survived the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs. A sweeping analysis of fossils and ancient climates suggests that their preference for warm environments placed them in tropical refuges that remained habitable even after…
A computer scientist has achieved a breakthrough in a nearly 25-year-old problem…
A computer scientist has achieved a breakthrough in a nearly 25-year-old problem involving how computers calculate distances across enormous networks. The new algorithm delivers more reliable estimates for closely connected points without sacrificing speed, overcoming a longstanding limitation of…
An international research team, including astronomers from the University of…
A surprising discovery by astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope is challenging a leading explanation for how the early universe emerged from a dense fog of hydrogen roughly 13 billion years ago. Scientists once believed powerful winds from exploding stars helped radiation escape galaxies and…
A startling new study suggests that venomous snakebites are killing far more people…
A startling new study suggests that venomous snakebites are killing far more people worldwide than official statistics indicate, with an estimated 274,000 to 513,000 deaths every year. Researchers found that as many as 7 million people could suffer snake envenoming annually, while more than 800,000…
Some childhood cancers may be far more dangerous than their initial risk…
Scientists have uncovered hidden aggressive cancer cells in children whose tumors were previously considered lower risk, revealing why some cases of rhabdomyosarcoma become unexpectedly deadly. The discovery could help doctors identify dangerous tumors earlier and develop personalized treatments…
Twin Travelers In 1977, NASA launched twin spacecraft Voyager 1 and 2, taking…
Twin Travelers In 1977, NASA launched twin spacecraft Voyager 1 and 2, taking advantage of a once-every-175-year planetary alignment of the four largest planets in our solar system: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Using six gravity assists between them, this Grand Tour gave us up-close views…
During the spacewalk, Menon and Kutryk installed and deployed a new International…
Two astronauts completed a 7-hour, 11-minute spacewalk to install a new solar array on the International Space Station, bringing NASA one step closer to a major power upgrade. Once the final array is installed on November 5, the station will have up to 30% more available power, supporting critical…
Explanation: Spooky shapes seem to haunt this dusty expanse, drifting through the…
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The sight of an icy skull-like visage on the Antarctic island could make one’s blood…
The sight of an icy skull-like visage on the Antarctic island could make one’s blood run cold.
Global warming has accelerated sharply over the past decade, with Earth heating up…
Earth is warming faster than ever recorded, with scientists detecting a major acceleration in global temperatures since around 2015. A new study reveals that the warming rate has surged to approximately 0.35°C per decade, nearly double the average pace observed from 1970 to 2015. After removing…
Astronomers have solved a 170-year-old planetary mystery in a nearby two-star system…
Astronomers have solved a 170-year-old planetary mystery in a nearby two-star system, discovering that a mysterious wobble was caused by stellar activity rather than a giant planet. Although Jupiter-sized worlds have been ruled out in key regions, smaller, potentially habitable planets could still…
Scientists have discovered that three bizarre deep-sea fish that look exactly like…
Scientists have discovered that three bizarre deep-sea fish that look exactly like seahorses actually belong to a separate evolutionary group, proving that nature created the same unusual body shape more than once. Nicknamed "sea muppets," these elusive creatures are known from just seven…
A surprising discovery at UC San Diego suggests that chronic lower back pain may…
A surprising discovery at UC San Diego suggests that chronic lower back pain may become deeply embedded in the brain's sense of personal identity. Researchers found that movement-triggered pain activates a brain network associated with self-awareness and memories, even though ordinary acute pain…
Description This global map of Mars shows 13 locations that match the mineralogy and chemistry of Teghaza 001, one of the most ancient Martian meteorites ever found on Earth. While scientists can never know for sure where a Martian meteorite originated, Teghaza 001 includes clues that link it to…
Description This slice of Teghaza 001, one of the most ancient Martian meteorites ever found on Earth, was used to determine the age of the rock. Reflected light images like these serve as a scientist’s road map, helping them find minerals of interest to analyze by different instruments. Figure A…
Take a look at how the station crews have celebrated in years past.
Although no ghouls, goblins, or trick-or-treaters come knocking at the International Space Station’s front hatch, crew members aboard the orbiting laboratory still like to get in the Halloween spirit. Whether individually or as an entire crew, they dress up in sometimes spooky, sometimes scary, but…
When a rose-colored meteorite was found in the Sahara Desert in 2022, no one knew how…
When a rose-colored meteorite was found in the Sahara Desert in 2022, no one knew how old it was or where it came from. Not until NASA-funded scientists age-dated its minerals did they realize the nearly 2-pound (800-gram) rock was a piece of Mars that formed more than 4.1 billion years ago, making…
“Troy has spent his career pushing the boundaries of flight, both at the controls of…
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has named Troy Asher director of the agency’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. Asher, a veteran test pilot and aerospace engineer with decades of experience in flight research and operations, has served as the center’s acting director since…
By leveraging recent advances in sensor-development research communities, the…
The Quantum-Enabled Predictive Preclinical NAMs for Toxicity and Safety (QuSAFE) Challenge, a collaboration between the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and NASA, advances quantum-enabled sensing for in vitro NAMs, such as organoids and microphysiological systems (MPS), to improve drug safety…
“La misión Dragonfly de la NASA les dejará impactados”, dijo Nicky Fox…
Read this release in English here. Puede que nunca llegues a surcar los cielos bajo las nubes o sobre las arenas orgánicas de la luna Titán de Saturno, ¡pero tu nombre sí puede hacerlo! La NASA invita al público a enviar su nombre a bordo de la aeronave de ala giratoria Dragonfly de la agencia […]
You may never soar under the clouds or over the organic sands of Saturn’s moon Titan…
You may never soar under the clouds or over the organic sands of Saturn’s moon Titan, but your name can. NASA is inviting the public to send their names aboard the agency’s Dragonfly rotorcraft and be part of the first science mission to fly and explore the surface of another world. To have your […]
“We’ve had some unnamed companies ask if we have any proprietary information,” says…
When companies began approaching NASA’s Langley Research Center, asking to be included in the In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) State of Play for access to competitive intelligence, the team knew they had crossed an inflection point. “We’ve had some unnamed companies ask if we…
Astronomers will use these images to analyze gravitational distortions to learn more…
A sweeping barred galaxy takes center stage in this Oct. 22, 2026, image, but the gravitational lensing at bottom right is the real target. This observation is one of many gravitational lensing images taken by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope in preparation for science with the new Nancy Grace Roman…
Like a spectral form rising out of a cold mist, NASA’s Hubble and James Webb Space…
Like a spectral form rising out of a cold mist, NASA’s Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes have captured a hauntingly dynamic star-forming scene. It lies within the vast Carina Nebula, a diffuse star-forming region located about 7,500 light-years away from Earth. The small, select area both…
Spiers graduated from Pearl River Community College in 2017, where he earned three…
Jared Spiers had an interest in contributing to NASA’s mission long before becoming a civil servant for the agency. Growing up close to NASA’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, and hearing about his father’s work there, he gained a firsthand connection to the nation’s space…
Schizophrenia is a complex psychiatric disorder that can affect how people experience…
Scientists have identified a weakened brain signal that may connect several seemingly unrelated symptoms of schizophrenia, including sensory processing difficulties, disorganized speech, and greater symptom severity. The surprising discovery could help explain the disorder's underlying mechanisms…
Sugar substitutes are often promoted as a healthier way to enjoy sweet foods and…
A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that people consuming the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills, equivalent to approximately 1.6 additional years of brain aging. Six popular sweeteners were linked to faster cognitive decline, raising…
A single ancient elephant tooth is offering scientists a remarkable glimpse into a…
A remarkably preserved elephant tooth dating back nearly 700,000 years has revealed a surprisingly lush prehistoric world where giant elephants and early humans lived side by side. Discovered in northern Israel alongside ancient stone tools, the tooth belonged to a straight-tusked elephant, one of…
NASA’s Juno spacecraft has discovered that Jupiter uses a surprisingly complex system…
NASA’s Juno spacecraft has discovered that Jupiter uses a surprisingly complex system of powerful plasma waves and multiple shock regions to defend against the solar wind. The findings reveal major differences between Jupiter and Earth and could help scientists understand the enormous shock waves…
Mathematicians have uncovered what they argue is a fundamental flaw in the standard…
Mathematicians have uncovered what they argue is a fundamental flaw in the standard model of the universe, potentially challenging the need for dark energy. Their calculations suggest that the mathematical framework used to describe cosmic expansion is inherently unstable and that the universe…
Could the amount of daylight you get each day offer clues about your risk of…
Getting more daylight could be linked to a surprisingly powerful benefit for brain health. In a study of more than 87,000 adults, researchers found that higher daytime light exposure was associated with a 16% lower risk of dementia, with longer exposure to bright light linked to even greater…
Cranberry juice may offer an unexpected benefit beyond its reputation for helping…
Cranberry juice may offer an unexpected benefit beyond its reputation for helping prevent urinary tract infections: protecting teeth from decay. Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago discovered that pure, unsweetened cranberry juice slowed the regrowth of dental plaque bacteria and…
Deep within an ice cap in northwestern Tibet, scientists have uncovered evidence of a…
Ancient ice discovered high in Tibet may be more than 128,000 years old, preserving an extraordinary record of Earth's climate that scientists previously thought had been lost. The discovery reveals a rare glimpse into the last ice age and could reshape our understanding of how glaciers survive…
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The first named storm of the North Indian Ocean’s cyclone season made landfall along…
The first named storm of the North Indian Ocean’s cyclone season made landfall along the coast of Andhra Pradesh.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has two quests that are directly inspired by fairy tales…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has two quests that are directly inspired by fairy tales, and they're both well worth experiencing.
On this weekend's streaming and VOD movie column, there's a post-apocalyptic…
On this weekend's streaming and VOD movie column, there's a post-apocalyptic blockbuster, an erotic thriller, and much more.
GTA Advance might be one of the worst GTA games, but it was still an essential…
GTA Advance might be one of the worst GTA games, but it was still an essential stepping stone for what makes GTA great today
Footage of the deadly incident appeared in the game's opening sequence
Activision apologizes for using footage of the 2022 Itaewon crowd crush in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and will remove it in November.
Espers look like traditional Final Fantasy summons, but they behave differently.
Here's where to find each Esper location in Final Fantasy Resonance and how to recruit them
Before Crystal Lake and Hannibal, Bryan Fuller created Dead Like Me, a dark fantasy…
Before Crystal Lake and Hannibal, Bryan Fuller created Dead Like Me, a dark fantasy comedy about grim reapers. Both seasons stream free on Tubi.
On this week's TV column, there's a new Apple TV thriller, the return of an HBO hit…
On this week's TV column, there's a new Apple TV thriller, the return of an HBO hit, a documentary series, and more.
Steam and the Epic Games Store always have a rotating list of free-to-play and…
What's free on Steam, Epic, PS5, and Xbox right now? Here's what's free to download and keep on PC, PlayStation Plus and Game Pass for Oct. 30-Nov. 5.
From the new Sarah Maas to Jane Schoenbrun’s debut novel, this week has something for…
From the new Sarah Maas to Jane Schoenbrun’s debut novel, this week has something for everyone
The other three main characters in Fortune’s Weave are a battle-hardened warrior, a…
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave actor Zeno Robinson unpacks the surprises, delights, and challenges of playing Cai
To open the Crimson Manor, you need to obtain the Puppet's Tongue , a unique item…
Learn how to open the Crimson Manor in Phantom Blade Zero in this guide and what you find inside the mysterious place.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has filled out its cast
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone casts new Sorting Hat, Nearly Headless Nick, Fat Lady and more in new announcement from HBO.
A Nintendo hardware Easter egg gives Ocarina of Time fans one more reason to wish for…
A Nintendo hardware Easter egg gives Ocarina of Time fans one more reason to wish for a Zelda Switch 2 pre-order
EA reportedly chose to kill the latest Mass Effect game so it could focus on Star…
EA reportedly chose to kill the latest Mass Effect game so it could focus on Star Wars.
HoYoverse announced the Petit Planet release date in a new trailer that highlights…
HoYoverse announced the Petit Planet release date in a new trailer that highlights the life-sim's extensive customization options
'The Uprising' is headed for Peacock on Nov. 6, less than two months after hitting…
'The Uprising' is headed for Peacock on Nov. 6, less than two months after hitting theaters.
HBO's My Adventures with Green Lantern reveals official episode count and Superman…
HBO's My Adventures with Green Lantern reveals official episode count and Superman season 4 update.
The best Steam games to wishlist this week include a shooter, some cozy gems, and a…
The best Steam games to wishlist this week include a shooter, some cozy gems, and a twee take on volleyball.
Tampa Bay Lightning star forward Nikita Kucherov, 33, who is in the final year of an eight year, $76 million contract, has requested a trade from a club he led to two Stanley Cup titles, sources told ESPN on Friday night, confirming an earlier report.
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Philadelphia 76ers veteran forward Jaylen Brown will be out of Friday's NBA Cup game against the New York Knicks with a left knee patella injury, the team announced.
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Lakers owner Mark Walter and Thrive Capital founder Josh Kushner met Thursday to…
Lakers owner Mark Walter and Thrive Capital founder Josh Kushner met Thursday to finalize the transaction and are expected to sign the formal agreement soon, sources told ESPN.
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Colts coach Shane Steichen says receiver Josh Downs practiced all week and is "ready to go" despite the trade request he made earlier this week.
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Islam Makhachev, the No. 1 fighter in ESPN's pound-for-pound MMA rankings and the UFC's reigning welterweight champion, says his next fight will be "one of the last" of his career.
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UConn coach Dan Hurley has signed a two-year extension that puts him under contract…
UConn coach Dan Hurley has signed a two-year extension that puts him under contract through the 2031-32 season and maintains his annual salary of roughly $8 million.
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Tens of thousands of exuberant Brewers fans flooded the streets of downtown Milwaukee…
Tens of thousands of exuberant Brewers fans flooded the streets of downtown Milwaukee to celebrate the franchise's first World Series title with a parade and victory rally.
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Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant sustained a left hamstring strain in his first game against the Grizzlies, his former team, and will be out at least four weeks.
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Thousands of Wisconsinites thronged the streets of Milwaukee on Friday to revel in…
Thousands of Wisconsinites thronged the streets of Milwaukee on Friday to revel in the Brewers' title.
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Durant reveals how much he appreciates OKC and shares his feelings as the team tries…
Durant reveals how much he appreciates OKC and shares his feelings as the team tries to create a dynasty.
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What should OKC do after two season-altering injuries?
What should OKC do after two season-altering injuries? Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon take the pulse of the league.
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Free agency starts at 5 p.m. ET on Monday.
Free agency starts at 5 p.m. ET on Monday. Here are some pairings we'd love to see as this offseason gets underway.
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Carolina remains on top, with big risers and fallers elsewhere.
Carolina remains on top, with big risers and fallers elsewhere. Plus, which film represents your favorite team?
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Milwaukee just won the 2026 World Series -- and we're already looking ahead to next…
Milwaukee just won the 2026 World Series -- and we're already looking ahead to next year.
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Don't be surprised if Jaxon Smith-Njigba makes NFL history, don't underestimate Baker…
Don't be surprised if Jaxon Smith-Njigba makes NFL history, don't underestimate Baker Mayfield and more bold predictions.
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Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements…
Breece Hall RB · NYJ · Questionable
Emeka Egbuka WR · TB · OutBreece Hall RB · NYJ · QuestionableEmeka Egbuka WR · TB · OutUpdated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.
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Which nonconference games could make a difference in NCAA tournament seeding? Here are the 15 best to watch.
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We have eight new teams in the field, but South Carolina and UConn remain No. 1 and 2.
We have eight new teams in the field, but South Carolina and UConn remain No. 1 and 2.
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The Bears' aggressive move for Simmons marks the 10th time in the past decade that a…
The Bears' aggressive move for Simmons marks the 10th time in the past decade that a team has traded multiple first-round picks for a star player. But the hit rate isn't great.
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On Halloween, what will decide whether Golden State or Atlanta wins its first title…
On Halloween, what will decide whether Golden State or Atlanta wins its first title in the WNBA's first Game 7?
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Nestled on a quiet back street in the once-booming oil town of Franklin, PA, sits St. John's Episcopal Church. While the exterior is pleasing and well-maintained, the true treasures are discovered once you pass through the large wood-and-iron doors. Every window at St. John's was created by the…
What’s more wondrous than towering spires on a building? Stained glass?
What’s more wondrous than towering spires on a building? Stained glass? Vaulted windows, or garden roofs? One word: Ghouls. Nothing jazzes up a normal old cathedral or mansion more than a mischievous face etched in stone, smiling (or, more likely, grimacing) at those passing below. Gargoyles and…
Frank Cornelius, a retired Korea and Vietnam War veteran has taken what started out…
Frank Cornelius, a retired Korea and Vietnam War veteran has taken what started out as a personal collection of Marine Corps memorabilia and created a museum, with his wife Nancy. He gives guided tours (by appointment) during the summer months. The collection started out as a display in the family…
Forget the kraken of sailors’ nightmares.
Forget the kraken of sailors’ nightmares. The monster really does exist—and in the Asturian fishing town of Luarca, you can come face-to-face with one. Far from being a ship-swallowing beast, the giant squid is a mysterious inhabitant of the ocean depths whose strange anatomy has inspired legends…
The foundation stone of the hospital was laid in 1907 by Sir George Clarke, the then…
In Mumbai’s Cumballa Hill area, there is a really old arch over a lane. The lane goes towards The B. D. Petit Parsee General Hospital. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid in 1907 by Sir George Clarke, the then Governor of Mumbai. The hospital played a very important role during the…
You begin to see the plaza as parts of it starts to peek through the imposing arches…
You begin to see the plaza as parts of it starts to peek through the imposing arches surrounding the plaza in the old part of town. The massive, rectangular plaza is surprising in its sheer size at 10,000 square meters. It is surrounded by government buildings including the town's city hall…
Getting there: Located in An Nhon Bac, accessible via local roads north from Quy Nhon.
Rising silently above the flat agricultural expanses of An Nhon Bac, the solitary silhouette of Phu Loc Champa Temple commands its hilltop domain like an ancient sentinel. Built during the 12th century, this weathered sanctuary stands roughly 15 meters tall with a square base, its time-worn brick…
According to oral history, much of the livestock in Tai Hang village was being…
The Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance was first performed in 1880, in what was then a small Hakka fishing and farming village. The tradition continues to this day, with the ceremony taking place on the evenings of the 14th, 15th and 16th days of the 8th lunar month. According to oral history, much of the…
The brick and concrete foundations of a large pumping station sit at the water's edge…
The brick and concrete foundations of a large pumping station sit at the water's edge in Eno River State Park. A few yards upstream, straddling Nancy Rhode Creek, the remains of a washed-out stone dam are among the many scattered remnants of the system that once provided drinking water to Durham, 8…
A few blocks from the lavish Palace of Versailles, hidden behind a small side street…
A few blocks from the lavish Palace of Versailles, hidden behind a small side street, you can find a commemoration of one of the most pivotal events in French history. Built so that the cream of the French nobility could have a place to play Jeu de Paume, a precursor to modern tennis, this large…
Starting at the metro north Garrison train station, this hiking trail has various…
Starting at the metro north Garrison train station, this hiking trail has various unique parts. During the first leg, you will find what appears to be an abandoned entrance to a building, in the form of a brick wall with door/window openings covered in vines and graffiti. Second leg you cross over…
There’s something wonderfully absurd about pulling into a quiet Oregon park and…
There’s something wonderfully absurd about pulling into a quiet Oregon park and finding a 73-foot barber pole just… standing there like it owns the place. I stopped by in May and couldn’t stop grinning. Forest Grove put it up back in the ’70s because some barbershop singers decided Texas’s…
The owner of the property estimates that Gnome Hill has been around for over 20…
Baltimore County's NCR Trail is a popular destination for running, walking, biking, and even tubing access. But it's also gnome to a unique and colorful landmark. Less than one mile north of the White Hall NCR Trail parking lot sits a small hill covered in gnomes, and gnome puns. The owner of the…
