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This Week’s Awesome Tech Stories From Around the Web (Through September 19)
This week: An experimental treatment erases a boy's cancer, a plane flies across the US with no pilot, and scientists make mice with half-human brains.
Why does blond hair tend to darken with age?
Some children have blond hair that darkens as they grow up. What causes this change?
Doctor shares easy soup recipe that is 'immune-boosting' and perfect for autumn
A doctor and nutritionist provided details of her 'immune-boosting' soup recipe, which will help you to stay warm, comforted and well as the weather turns
2026 Week 2 NFL picks, predictions, player props at NFL sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM
Bet on Week 2 NFL player props at NFL sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel and BetMGM
Cuba once again plunges into complete darkness as blackout hits island
‘The country is in such a sad state, and there are no words for what we’re going through’
RSPS: Consumer Staples Dashboard For September
RSPS: Consumer Staples Dashboard For September
TVLine's Performer Of The Week: Hermione Corfield - TVLine
Hermione Corfield masterfully channeled the pain inside Julia in the Outlander: Blood of My Blood premiere — see why she's TVLine's Performer of the Week.
Petlibro’s new AI-powered feeder is a game changer for multi-cat homes
Petlibro's new Granary 2 smart feeders use a built-in scale and (on pricier models) an AI camera to track exactly how much your cat is eating and when — though the fanciest health-monitoring features will cost you an extra subscription.
It took just one photo for me to realize the awesome power of the iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture
Here is the tale of my first day with the iPhone 18 Pro Max's new variable aperture and why it's such a game-changer.
US rare earth push gains quantum-powered molecule discovery project
The US will combine quantum machine learning & mineral-processing to discover more effective molecules for separating rare earth elements.
Many women report being 'dismissed' by doctors. The problems extend far beyond the exam room
(Healthcare professionals could include doctors, nurses, physician assistants or other workers in a medical setting.) More than half of women — 51% — ...
2026 BMW PGA Championship leaderboard: Rory McIlroy's late eagle puts him in contention after Round 3
A wild Moving Day at Wentworth created some massive changes on the BMW PGA leaderboard
Meet Wang Guanwutong and Qi Yufan, the Chinese breakdancing prodigies who began training as children and set Guinness records for extreme airflare performances
Chinese breakdancers Wang Guanwutong and Qi Yufan began training as children and went on to set Guinness World Records for consecutive airflare performances. Their stories highlight years of practice, family support and a love of dance, while both young record holders continue looking ahead to new c
AI leaders want to ‘pace the frontier’ as part of a safety slowdown. But how?
Tech giants are attempting to unite on AI safety, but they’re clashing over how an actual slowdown would work
Woody Harrelson and Wife Laura Louie Have Rare Red Carpet Date Night at Brothers Premiere
Woody Harrelson was joined by wife of nearly 20 years Laura Louie, with whom he shares three daughters, at the Sept. 17 premiere of his and Matthew McConaughey’s new Apple TV series Brothers.
Higher interest rates and AI safety fears put the stock market to the test last week
Investors wrestled with the prospect of a new Fed rate-hiking cycle and the raging debate on whether to slow down AI.
Broken Sword creator explains why he’s choosing humans over AI to develop 2 remake
Co-founder Charles Cecil says humans are better at capturing emotion and character than AI tools.
Historic 1960s US nuclear coolant arrives for Natura's Texas reactor
Natura Resources secures specialized FLiBE salt from the DOE for its MSR-1 demonstration reactor at Abilene Christian University.
Why relying on university students skews global psychological research
A new study of 95 countries reveals that higher education—not wealth—makes individuals globally more culturally similar to Western nations. This raises concerns about the accuracy of psychological research that relies heavily on university students.
Arsenal's aura of champions evaporates after Brighton thrash them 3-0
The strengths that won Arsenal the title deserted them at Brighton, who celebrated their 125th anniversary with a thumping victory over the champions.
Demonstrators in US form human chain to protest Kennedy Center closure vote
'Hands Around the Kennedy Center' rally drew thousands after Trump-backed board votes to close the iconic arts venue.
Someone used Claude to build a potential bioweapon. The real threat is much deeper
Today’s frontier AI models know everything–how to safely thaw a frozen chicken breast, re-shingle your roof, and treat your dog’s ragweed allergies, if my recent chat history is any indication. Apparently, they also know how to create fiendishly deadly bioweapons. That’s according to a recent announcement by Anthropic. According to the company, anonymous scientists attempted to use Anthropic’s flagship Claude model to conduct research that could have turned deadly. Anthropic blocked
‘Trees Are Watching’ Review: Eva Green Fights A.I. Generated Horrors in Self-Serious Misfire Boarded by Martin Scorsese
Bahman Ghobadi tries his hand (and his prompts) at a midnight movie with 'Trees Are Watching,' starring Eva Green and exec-produced by Martin Scorsese
Vals, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, is looking to become the gold standard for AI benchmarking
Vals AI is hoping to make AI benchmarking a more neutral and trustworthy resource in a world increasingly inundated by AI models.
Rings around a tiny body have changed over the past decade
For decades, astronomers thought rings were something only giant planets had. That changed in 2013, when a small, dark body orbiting between Saturn and Uranus passed in front of a star and blinked twice on either side of the main event, revealing two narrow rings around an object barely 250 kilometers across. “It was a surprise,” says Pablo Santos-Sanz, an astronomer at the Instituto de Astrofísica de Andalucía in Granada, Spain.
I replaced ChatGPT with Siri AI for a day — here's what surprised me
I use ChatGPT every day. Siri? Not so much.
Jehovah’s Witnesses allow blood-derived products but keep ban on whole-blood transfusions
The Jehovah’s Witnesses have partly eased their longstanding prohibition on the medical use of donated blood.
NFL DFS, Week 2: Best daily Fantasy football picks, lineup advice for the Sunday main slate
DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy picks and lineups for the Week 2 NFL DFS Sunday main slate
Russia reports ‘powerful’ cyberattacks on second day of parliamentary vote
This is Russia's first election since it invaded Ukraine, and is expected to gauge public support for the ongoing war.
Meet Ziyu Ye, the Chinese speedcuber who solved a 2×2 Rubik's Cube in 0.39 seconds to set a Guinness World Record
Chinese speedcuber Ziyu Ye has set a Guinness World Record by solving a 2×2×2 Cube in just 0.39 seconds at the China Hefei Open 2025. His performance broke Teodor Zajders previous 0.43-second record. The achievement came during the first round of the competition, adding another notable result to Yes
GTA 6 Has Kept All of Rockstar’s Promises So Far
Despite early concerns about potential downgrades, GTA 6 continues to deliver on Rockstar’s ambitious promises ahead of launch.
Google Gemini also escaped its testing environment and hacked three companies - Engadget
Google's AI model hacked real companies during testing due to a misconfiguration by its testing partner, as well.
How to factory reset your Steam Deck - Engadget
There are a few reasons you might want to factory reset your device, and doing so is easy.
China turns to older chipmaking technology to make 3nm chips
The approach could give China another route toward advanced chipmaking despite restrictions on access to ASML’s EUV machines.
Sophie tried everything for her hair loss. Then came a 5-second fix
Sophie Law was at the salon when her hairdresser broke some unexpected news: she had a patch of hair missing. At just 16 years old, she was horrified.
San Siro turns 100: Iconic AC Milan and Inter stadium is in its final years as it gets honored for its history
The cathedral of Italian soccer marks a century of iconic moments and European finals as Milan and Inter prepare to replace the historic venue ahead of Euro 2032
Police hiring standards matter. But they alone cannot stop abuse
Law enforcement in the US needs high hiring standards. But it also needs reform and trust-building in communities.
Sandro Mazzola, Italy and Inter Milan football star, dies at age 83
Mazzola, an attacking midfielder or second striker, scored 158 goals in 565 matches for Inter, helping the Nerazzurri to four Serie A titles and two European Cups.
How to watch UFC 331: Van v Pantoja 2 Ring walk, live stream and TV channel in UK
All the details on how to watch UFC 331 via live stream and TV.
Tired of Cluttered Productivity Apps? This One’s Just a Text Document
The totally free macOS app Tasks.txt makes up for missing features with sheer elegance.
One engineer shipped 2,000 PRs a month to production. Verification is the key.
Learn how agentic verification helps AI agents ship thousands of PRs monthly using isolated, virtualized testing environments.
How hypersonic cruise missiles use air to reach extreme speeds
A peek into how scramjet engines compress incoming air, burn fuel in supersonic airflow, and power hypersonic cruise missiles at speeds.
The Surprising Sign of Iron Deficiency That Hides in Plain Sight
The term “ferritin face” is popular, but doctors say there’s more you should know before you take an iron supplement.
Jones holds nerve in last-ball thriller as Blaze bow out with domestic treble
Women's One-Day Cup 2026, HAM Women vs BLZ Women Match Report: Beaumont and Elwiss make crucial half-centuries, as Hampshire finish as losing finalists once again
Trump announces all 50 states joining Medicaid drug pricing model
The Trump administration claims that Medicaid will save billions on prescription drug costs as a result of the plan, dubbed the Medicaid “GENEROUS” model. Experts say the savings are unclear since the content of the deals isn't public.
I used to associate thrift stores with poverty. My daughters-in-law taught me to see abundance instead.
As a struggling single mom, I was ashamed to shop secondhand. My daughters-in-law taught me to love thrifting and let go of that shame.
RHOBH Alum Eileen Davidson Shares Photos of Fractured Knee After Cold Plunge Accident
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Eileen Davidson shared she fractured her knee while trying to get out of a cold plunge: “I'm gonna be down for the count for quite a few weeks.”
TSMC's Operations Boss Says AI Cannot Fully Overcome Limitations To Design Next-Generation Chip Manufacturing Tech Such as 1.4-nanometer Node
Mii explains why AI thrives on coding and EDA tasks yet hits a wall when TSMC pushes toward 1.4nm and beyond.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Says There Is ‘0 Per Cent Chance’ AI Will Cause Human Extinction
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang rejects AI extinction fears, saying there is a “0 per cent chance” artificial intelligence will end the world by 2030.
Lockheed Martin rolls out first F-35A stealth fighter jet for Germany
Germany’s $8.8 billion fleet takes flight as the nation unveils its first operational F-35A ahead of US-based pilot training this fall.
Ancient teeth pose a mystery: What made those strange grooves?
New research on ancient human remains suggests the habitual usage of betel nuts, a plant seed with mind-affecting properties that is popular in parts of Asia despite the health risks it presents.
Jeremiah Smith makes Ohio State history: Buckeyes star becomes school's all-time receiving yards leader
The junior star passed Michael Jenkins on a 23-yard pass from Julian Sayin and now sets his sights on school records for career receptions and touchdowns
Djibouti refugee crisis worsens as more than 2,700 Yemenis arrive
More than 2,700 Yemenis have fled to Djibouti, many making dangerous sea crossings to escape the conflict.
In 2019, South Africa put 700 kg of waste plastic into a 300-metre road; Jeffreys Bay turned discarded packaging into its asphalt surface
In 2019, South Africa put 700 kg of waste plastic into a 300-metre road; Jeffreys Bay turned discarded packaging into its asphalt surface. The pilot project used recycled plastic in asphalt to address plastic waste and road maintenance. The road was built in Woltemade Street, Jeffreys Bay, and used
What channel is Nottingham Forest v Coventry City Premier League match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Nottingham Forest v Coventry City in the Premier League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
AI safety conversations have gotten unbelievable
This week two conversations about AI safety went viral that demonstrate just how hard it is to discern AI fact from fiction.
Learning another language may be one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy
Learning another language is a highly complex mental activity. It requires people to remember words, distinguish unfamiliar sounds, recognize patterns, work out grammatical rules, and retrieve the right expression at the right moment. All of this happens while listening, interpreting, and preparing a response. Could all this mental activity also help keep an aging brain healthier?
Restaurants Are Going Viral by Holding Up Handwritten Signs Pledging Not to Use AI Foodslop Posters
Restaurant owners and chefs are uploading pictures of themselves on social media, pledging not to use AI for self-promotion. It's working.
DVLA update on 127 health issues you must report or risk £1k fine
The DVLA has made changes which it has shared with motorists
Brighton halt Arsenal's perfect start: Should Mikel Arteta's Gunners worry about set pieces?
A lifeless attack and a sudden drought on set pieces exposed major flaws for the Gunners as Fabian Hurzeler's squad ended their perfect start with an emphatic 3-0 rout
Brighton beat Arsenal 3-0 as Man City top Premier League without playing
Arsenal suffer shock 3-0 loss at Brighton to lose top spot in the Premier League on goal difference to Manchester City.
Malaysia Airlines staff named best in Asia, cabin crew at global 3rd place
Malaysia Airlines has been named Best Airline Staff in Asia at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards with its cabin crew earning a place among the top three in the World's Best Airline Cabin Crew category.
Tony And Ridley Scott Worked On A Horror Series Starring Terence Stamp And David Bowie - TVLine
In the late '90s, brothers Tony and Ridley Scott produced a horror anthology series that's been pretty much forgotten about.