World in a Pulse
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Mercedes prices faux V8 engine noises higher than V6 sounds in new AMG GT electric SUV
Those funny AI videos where a clear windshield is a subscription-based service may be rather prophetic. Mercedes is making buyers of its electric AMG GT SUV pay more for faux V8 engine sounds.
Ice sheet expansion may have started 2,000 years ago, but we canceled that
Barnes Ice Cap sits on the central plateau of Baffin Island, in the Canadian Arctic. It is the last surviving fragment of the Laurentide Ice Sheet, the largest of the Pleistocene ice sheets, which at its peak buried most of Canada under two miles of ice and locked away around 80 meters of sea level.
Video. Euronews on the ground as hundreds of thousands protest in Paris
Video. The government has blamed the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party and Jean-Luc Mélenchon for what it says is stoking violence, an accusation the party denies.
The pantry heroes that prove you don't need to spend big to eat well
Canned food has a reputation for being the cheaper, less nutritious cousin of fresh food, but that isn't always true. As a registered dietitian, these are my top recommendations.
UFC 333 results: Petr Yan outduels Merab Dvalishvili to retain title in Fight of the Year contender
Yan started slow but picked up the pace quickly to take control of the action over 25 minutes
Brazil’s Lula, Bolsonaro draw thousands to election-eve rallies
The pivotal run-off will determine whether Brazilians stick with their left-wing leader or shift towards the right.
Arunachal anti-dam protesters attack houses of MLAs and state BJP chief
The violence that started Friday continued till Saturday early morning. Houses of MLAs Ninong Ering and Oni Panyang, and BJP state president Kaling Moyong were vandalised by the protestors, chief minister Pema Khandu said. Earlier, four women were injured when security personnel fired tear gas shell
The 3 Best Movies to Stream on Peacock This Week
Here is your guide to the three best movies on Peacock you can stream this week, including "Asteroid City" and "Collateral."
AI Is Eroding Civil Society, Argues Harvard Historian Jill Lepore
In her latest book, Harvard historian Jill Lepore argues that Big Tech now controls the United States—and, by extension, the entire planet. They wield power in an authoritarian manner, favor presidents who best serve their interests (read: Donald Trump), and are helping to erode democracy. What can
I hope Apple’s touchscreen MacBook takes some lessons from this Lenovo laptop
Give us a 2-in-1, you cowards.
Hear Amelia Earhart's VOICE like never before
Scientists have used AI to enhance a historical recording of Amelia Earhart, making her voice sound clearer than ever before.
Christina Applegate puts a face on one of the most consequential challenges in neurology
“The goal is not simply to diagnose MS faster. It is to get the diagnosis right,” writes Bruce Bebo.
Paolo Banchero is hurt again, and this Magic experiment might be cursed
Banchero is reportedly out 4-to-6 weeks with a high ankle sprain
Train slams into crane that collapsed onto railway line in Brazil
Video shows the moment a train collided with a crane that had fallen onto railway tracks in Brazil.
No power, no water and winter approaching: How Melania Trump got involved in rescuing Ukraine’s forgotten city after weeks of unusual negotiations
Oleshky residents have been facing critical shortages of basic supplies due to prolonged conflict and occupation. A temporary ceasefire is scheduled to start soon, allowing for humanitarian assistance delivery and civilian evacuations. US First Lady Melania Trump played a significant role in facilit
Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ sequel likely to miss Diwali 2027 release; makers need more shooting time for war sequences - Report
The second part of Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ may not hit theatres during Diwali 2027 as planned. A report says producer Namit Malhotra is thinking of moving the sequel to Diwali 2028, so the team gets more time for filming and production.
Forced to pick, Grok’s AI model chooses Republicans. OpenAI’s picks Democrats.
A new study found Grok's AI overwhelmingly recommends Republican candidates while OpenAI's GPT favors Democrats, with the two AI models disagreeing in more than 90% of nearly 500 election races.
This Week’s Awesome Tech Stories From Around the Web (Through October 24)
From an mRNA cancer vaccine to cybersecurity's "Black October," check out this week's awesome tech stories from around the web.
US drinking water may contain 2x reported levels of 'forever chemicals’
A new study has found that methods used to measure PFAS in US drinking water may underestimate actual chemical levels.
Doctors urged a hysterectomy... but never mentioned this alternative
For almost a decade, Josette Santiago went from doctor to doctor, desperately searching for a solution to a common women's health problem that was making her life a misery.
Texas Tech's Big 12 hopes hinge on solving the Brendan Sorsby-sized hole at QB
Two costly turnovers and persistent red-zone struggles from Will Hammond in Saturday's loss to Cincinnati exposed a glaring offensive void after Sorsby's sudden departure
Houthis launch attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Aden
Houthi missiles reportedly struck a number of targets in Yemen, including Aden's airport and a coastguard base.
Some US runways have pulsing white lights across their path: When switched on, they mark the point where a landing aircraft must stop short
Discover how pulsing white lights on US runways play a crucial role in air traffic safety by guiding pilots where to stop during land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
Zenless Zone Zero - Official Version 3.4: Void Hunter & Enchainer Agent Sunbringer Trailer
New agents and more are coming to Zenless Zone Zero in Version 3.4. Check out the latest Zenless Zone Zero teaser trailer for a peek at what to expect from Version 3.4 of the urban fantasy action RPG. Sunbringer will make her official debut in Version 3.4 as a brand-new Void Hunter and the first-eve
Block’s new voice model sounds eerily human
Block said that the voice model can run locally on a MacBook M4 Max
A 1,000-mile cloud on Mars may reveal physics never seen in nature
Every morning during the Martian spring and summer, a thin and extremely long cloud emerges, only to disappear again. The wispy formation appears near the volcano Arsia Mons and gradually elongates until it reaches over 1,000 miles—about the distance from New York to Kansas City as the crow flies—before dissipating. This cycle then repeats for several months. Since it was first recorded by a probe in 2018, scientists have been unable to find a plausible explanation for the existence of this cloud, often referred to as the Arsia Mons Elongated Cloud (AMEC). Until now.
Body temperature may drive the higher risk of autoimmune conditions in women
Autoimmune conditions are much more common in women than men, which could partly be due to the fluctuating body temperatures that occur during the menstrual cycle and menopause
Can a plant extract really combat Ozempic face? Experts reveal truth
It's an unwelcome side effect of weight loss jabs used by millions of Britons. 'Ozempic face' can leave users with gaunt features such as hollow cheeks, sagging skin and sunken eyes.
UFC 333 -- Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev: Results, winners, highlights from fight card in Abu Dhabi
A pair of champions retained their titles in thrilling fights on Saturday night in Abu Dhabi
Iran blames US for deal failure, urges new try amid fear of new attacks
Tehran warns that even limited strikes would trigger a response 'several times greater'.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Slip as Strong Earnings Collide With AI Bubble Fears and $117 Oil - Invesco QQQ Tr
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices pulled back as investors focused on the strong earnings season amid the AI bubble.
Bill Clinton’s Trump Takedown Has the Internet Cheering: ‘Old Bubba Got Bangers’
Former President Bill Clinton found himself going viral Saturday morning, days after he lobbed a pointed dig at Donald Trump for overhauling the White House Rose Garden.
Anthropic's AI Hid a Secret Message in the Stars. OpenAI's Bot Found It.
Morse code is back, baby.
Capcom confirms data breach that affected 11.7 million users - Engadget
Capcom ID is still available to use, but users may see more phishing scam emails.
Emily St. John Mandel: ‘I don’t want to write something relentlessly bleak’
Emily St. John Mandel, best known for her prescient flu pandemic novel Station Eleven, joined the New Scientist Book Club to talk about her latest book, the science-fiction novel Exit Party. Emily discussed everything from why she is compelled to write about the aftermath of disaster – this latest book takes place in a near-future US, after a civil war – to how hard it was to keep ahead of the US news cycle as she wrote. Read more Read an extract from Exit Party by Emily St.
How to Choose the Right Supplement for Any Pooping Problem - EatingWell
Fiber, hydration and movement can also support bowel health. Struggling with constipation, diarrhea, bloating or other digestive woes? “Occasional ...
Cincinnati's upset win over Texas Tech throttles College Football Playoff picture in Big 12
The Bearcats just tossed a wrench in the conference's plans for three CFP selections
Brazil’s candidates hold final rallies before knife-edge run off
Brazil’s candidates hold final rallies before knife-edge run off
Republican billionaire Rick Jackson is walking a Trump tightrope in his quest to lead Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — He
Heidi Klum Shares Glimpse of Grotesque 2026 Halloween Costume One Week Before Annual Bash
Heidi Klum shared a sneak peek at her upcoming Halloween costume ahead of her annual party: "What’s my costume?"
NVIDIA RTX 30 & RTX 40 GPUs Get Impressively Fast In AI LLMs As Compute Doubles With New Unlock Tool But Prices Surge Too
New GPU unlock tool unlocks full potential of NVIDIA's RTX 30 & RTX 40 GPUs, achieving faster AI LLM performance and compute capabilities.
Slow-moving light helps silicon chip hit 200 Gb/s for AI data centers
Researchers in Japan have developed a compact silicon optical modulator that transmits data at up to 200 gigabits per second (Gb/s), using slow-moving light and a built-in electrical equalizer.
Why do mathematicians keep proving things they already know?
What exactly is a mathematical proof? Columnist Jacob Aron breaks down how mathematicians plot a course to answer open questions, and how finding several solutions to the same problem is an important part of the whole endeavour of maths
Improving Healthcare Worker Wellness Through a Workplace Weight Loss Challenge
Background Overweight and obesity are important health concerns among healthcare providers. Work-related factors, including prolonged sedentary ...
'The U' is back at No. 1, but Miami's quest for a legacy worthy of nostalgia is just beginning
Miami hadn't played as No. 1 in 24 years, and with its play and uniforms, 'The U' looked the part in its destruction of Pitt
Violent clashes as Albanian government cracks down on protests
Protesters in Albania have fought running battles with police, on a 12th day of anti-government protests.
I'm Struggling To Break Out Of The YOLO Mindset When It Comes To Money. I Can't Shake The Feeling That ‘T
What if you spend years paying off debt, saying no to vacations and putting your life on hold, only to never get the chance to enjoy your money? That’s the thought keeping Serena from Florida from making progress on her
How Label Issues Kept Outkast From Reuniting for One More Song in 2010: 'It’s Stupid Politics'
Big Boi once explained how annoying label issues with Jive Records prevented us from ever getting more Outkast collaborations.
The AI graveyard: a running list of projects and startups that didn’t make it
From Apple's repeatedly delayed Siri AI to OpenAI's messy "super app" launch, here's a look at the AI projects that shut down or missed expectations.
F-110 warship packs four times the capacity with 64 missile launch cells
The Spanish Navy and Navantia have unveiled a new upgrade on its F-110 frigate design with improved radar and many more missiles.
Suspected China rocket debris measuring 11-feet found in US cornfield
An 11-foot metal dome found in a Minnesota cornfield may come from China’s Zhuque-2E rocket, raising questions about its uncontrolled return.
The Fight Over Who Counts in India
"Many Indians might have forgiven Modi for his numerous missteps, but they are determined not to let him devalue their voting power," writes Asim Ali.
UFC 336 fight card: Joshua Van vs. Manel Kape, Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales set for Toronto
Van and Kape will scrap it out for the flyweight title while Prates and Morales face off for the interim welterweight crown
Could Israel’s military crackdown influence Tuesday’s election?
Israel preparing a full lockdown of occupied West Bank after Hebron gunfight.
I'm 64 With Cancer, $0 Retirement And $1,500 Social Security — Is There Anything I Can Invest In To Make
A magic wand would come in handy when retirement is around the corner and the savings account is empty. Unfortunately, a 64-year-old West Virginia pastor named Mark couldn’t count on one. After 41 years in ministry,
AMC Theatres Wants NYC Multiplex To Remain But Decision "Not Ours To Make"
AMC Theatres has issued an open letter reiterating the company's desire to continue operating a longstanding NYC multiplex but concedes decision is not AMC's to make.
Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
Apple iPhone Duo Owners Report Hinge-Side Cracks on Inner Display: What’s Going On?
Apple iPhone Duo owners report cracked inner screens and bright pixel lines along the hinge, raising concerns about the foldable phone’s display durability.
AI-powered wearables recreate five food smells sent over the internet
Researchers have developed an AI system that identifies odors and sends signals to wearable devices that release corresponding scents.
I was told I was 'too young' for breast cancer. I was diagnosed at 27
Natasha May, now 34, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at 27. Now, she is urging all women to check themselves regularly and know what's 'normal' for them.
Texas vs. Ole Miss prediction, odds, time: Week 8 college football picks by proven model
SportsLine's model revealed its best bets for Saturday's SEC matchup of Arch Manning and Texas vs. Trinidad Chambliss and Ole Miss
Severe hunger stalks people in Gaza as bakeries close down
Bakeries across Gaza are struggling to find flour to make bread for people desperate for food.
Kimi Antonelli aims for F1 history at US Grand Prix, could become youngest champion ever
Kimi Antonelli is poised to potentially win the Formula One championship at the US Grand Prix. With a solid performance during practice, he showed remarkable speed against his competitors. His win, coupled with specific finishes from his rivals, could secure the title for him. The final races in Qat
‘Love Language’ Review: Chloë Grace Moretz Sells Words of Affirmation in an Old-School Romcom With Gen-Z Trappings
Joey Power's 'Love Language' stars Chloë Grace Moretz as a writer of wedding vows for tongue-tied nearlyweds. Anthony Ramos and Manny Jacinto co-star.