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Anthropic disrupts Chinese AI firms' attempts to extract Claude capabilities

Anthropic has disrupted a series of operations in which Chinese AI companies allegedly used its Claude models to extract capabilities for their own AI systems, highlighting growing tensions over AI model distillation and data security.

Earth's Crust Is 'Unzipping' Under Italy
Technology

Earth's Crust Is 'Unzipping' Under Italy

Deep beneath our feet, the slow machinery of Earth is always turning.

APOD: 2026 September 11 – M83: The Southern Pinwheel
Science

APOD: 2026 September 11 – M83: The Southern Pinwheel

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 11 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss   APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. M83: The Southern Pinwheel Explanation: Beautiful and bright spiral galaxy M83 lies some twelve million light-years away, near the southeastern tip of the very long constellation Hydra.

Health

Dementia is taking a toll on Sept. 11 responders. A federal health program doesn't cover it.

Doctors and scientists are pushing to get dementia added to a list of conditions connected to Sept. 11.

Yo, so how will Jo-Bro go at the NFL half-time show at the ’G?
Sports

Yo, so how will Jo-Bro go at the NFL half-time show at the ’G?

The Jonas Brothers are set to entertain the MCG half-time crowd – so what will they actually play?

World

Trump jokes Republicans can ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms

US President Donald Trump has jokingly asked Republican voters to ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms, ‘like Democrats’.

3 questions to ask yourself when you’re dealing with AI panic
Business

3 questions to ask yourself when you’re dealing with AI panic

The unbridled rise of AI spells mammoth change for businesses, but it is not a crisis. Technology doesn’t create crises—people do, especially when we panic. The artificial intelligence explosion has left many CEOs worried. Worried over falling behind, over their token usage, over job displacement, over whether their AI investments are paying off.  This response is understandable, but it is precisely in these moments, when we are faced with the unknown, that effective leaders must embrace c

Big Brother 28 Finally Boots An Icon In Week 9 Eviction — But Which One? - TVLine
Culture

Big Brother 28 Finally Boots An Icon In Week 9 Eviction — But Which One? - TVLine

Only two reality TV icons remain in the Big Brother house after Thursday's eviction — read our recap to find out whether Dee, Devens, or Angela got the boot.

AI

Mark Wahlberg is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, and he wants to talk about your work, not his

Mark Wahlberg joins Bruce K. Lee at Disrupt to discuss investing, entrepreneurship, healthcare, wellness and building businesses.

BARS has changed more than 40 times for different missions
Technology

BARS has changed more than 40 times for different missions

Ukraine’s BARS drone gets a major upgrade with heavier warheads, longer range, and new AI guidance features

Science

Under pressure: How a deep-sea protein adapts to an extreme environment

Life in the deep sea is under immense pressure—literally. Such extreme conditions can disrupt the delicate structures of proteins essential to life. Yet somehow, the proteins in deep-sea creatures remain functional. This raises an intriguing question: how?

In Israel, women can choose when to have children. But can they choose not to?
Health

In Israel, women can choose when to have children. But can they choose not to?

From AOC's egg-freezing videos to a Tel Aviv grandmother's birthday advice, an Israeli mother and daughter weigh the pressure to freeze, preserve and reproduce

“Who do you think you are, you fool? I’ve won 2 Copa Americas and a World Cup!” - Inter Miami star’s alleged comment at Lewandowski during bust-up revealed
Sports

“Who do you think you are, you fool? I’ve won 2 Copa Americas and a World Cup!” - Inter Miami star’s alleged comment at Lewandowski during bust-up revealed

Inter Miami star Rodrigo De Paul allegedly reminded Robert Lewandowski of his international achievements during a heated exchange in his side's 1-1 draw with Chicago Fire in the MLS on Wednesday, Sept

World

Fenerbahce coach Kartal’s resignation refused as bottles thrown in Roma tie

Fenerbahce president refuses Ismail Kartal's resignation after fans threw bottles at coach in Roma Champions League tie.

OpenAI is open to slowing cutting-edge AI, CEO Sam Altman tells staff
Business

OpenAI is open to slowing cutting-edge AI, CEO Sam Altman tells staff

This comes as staff of leading AI firms voice public concerns about the technology’s risks Read more at The Business Times.

'Hanuman Ansh' box office collection day 35: Shobhit Srivastava film earns Rs 10.00 cr; sees dip of 2.4%; week 5 still stands at Rs 90.25 cr
Culture

'Hanuman Ansh' box office collection day 35: Shobhit Srivastava film earns Rs 10.00 cr; sees dip of 2.4%; week 5 still stands at Rs 90.25 cr

'Hanuman Ansh' continued its impressive theatrical run on Day 35. The Shobhit Srivastava and Chandan Anand starrer collected Rs 10.00 cr in India net on its fifth Thursday.

The Retroid Pocket Duo Looks Perfect for DS and 3DS Emulation – And It’s About 10 Times Cheaper Than the Other Duo Announced This Week
AI

The Retroid Pocket Duo Looks Perfect for DS and 3DS Emulation – And It’s About 10 Times Cheaper Than the Other Duo Announced This Week

It’s no secret that handheld gaming is in a bit of a renaissance right now. Ushered in by the Nintendo Switch and carried forward by the Steam Deck. Alongside these mainstream offerings are another class of handhelds aimed more at the past than the future. In particular, Android-powered dual-screen

Boeing is turning the MQ-25 Stingray drone into an electronic warfare heavyweight
Technology

Boeing is turning the MQ-25 Stingray drone into an electronic warfare heavyweight

The MQ-25 will get new RF and encryption hardware, even though the Navy's reporting does not indicate it has EW capabilities

Species 'at risk of vanishing' from area of Eryri National Park
Science

Species 'at risk of vanishing' from area of Eryri National Park

The National Trust warns species are on the brink of extinction in a valley of Eryri National Park.

Health

Gelatin And Baking Soda Weight Loss: Which Trend Has More Evidence?

... health regimen, especially if you have underlying health conditions. ... medical condition. Stacy Bates, MS, RDN. Registered ...

PNG Chiefs in war over name as NZ Rugby threatens legal action
Sports

PNG Chiefs in war over name as NZ Rugby threatens legal action

In a letter to the NRL this week, NZ Rugby said naming the new team the Chiefs was unacceptable because of a clash with the Waikato-based rugby franchise.

World

Anthropic claims Claude AI used for missile projects, global espionage

AI was used to develop missile guidance software in Yemen and to power cyber operations, a report alleges.

Business

Rocket Lab Successfully Launches 16th Electron Mission Of The Year, Solidifies Status as World's Leading Small Launch Provider

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today launch…

Big Bang's Kaley Cuoco Says Making Stuart Fails To Save The Universe Episode 8 Was Like 'Shooting A Transformers Film' — Watch Interview - TVLine
Culture

Big Bang's Kaley Cuoco Says Making Stuart Fails To Save The Universe Episode 8 Was Like 'Shooting A Transformers Film' — Watch Interview - TVLine

Cuoco speaks exclusively to TVLine about returning as Penny in Episode 8 of Big Bang Theory spin-off Stuart Fails to Save the Universe — watch video interview.

Did California just ban social media for teens?
AI

Did California just ban social media for teens?

The nation's most populous state passed "Adam's Law" to regulate chatbot harm.

Technology

Japan’s Digital Agency Hit by Unauthorized Access to Servers

Japan’s Digital Agency said it suffered unauthorized access to its servers and personal data on about 246,000 people may have leaked.

Science

London misperceptions: Study reveals what Britons get wrong

London has one of the lowest violent crime rates of any region in England and Wales, tops a global ranking of the best cities, and pays more in taxes than it receives back in public spending—but the public overestimates how likely Londoners are to become victims of crime, underestimates the capital'

Health

Dr Jennifer Ashton Gelatin Trick: What We Actually Know About The Trend

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen, especially if you have underlying health conditions.

"We needed to create salary cap flexibility" - Ducks GM Pat Verbeek reveals reason behind terminating Chris Kreider's contract
Sports

"We needed to create salary cap flexibility" - Ducks GM Pat Verbeek reveals reason behind terminating Chris Kreider's contract

The Anaheim Ducks have terminated the contract of veteran forward Chris Kreider, the club announced Thursday.

World

Sabalenka beats Pegula to set up Rybakina epic in US Open final

Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to reach US Open final with Elena Rybakina, who toppled her as World No 1.

SAMT ETF: Theme Rotation Strategy With Intriguing Premise Has Disadvantages, A Hold
Business

SAMT ETF: Theme Rotation Strategy With Intriguing Premise Has Disadvantages, A Hold

Hold rating on Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF (SAMT): themes, factor mix vs. IVV, and why underperformance may persist into 2027.

Underrated Nicole Kidman & Colin Firth Thriller Movie Is Now Free to Watch
Culture

Underrated Nicole Kidman & Colin Firth Thriller Movie Is Now Free to Watch

Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth’s 2014 underrated psychological thriller movie is now free to watch on YouTube.

AI

Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia will grow an astounding 70% next year

Nvidia has its finger in every pie, and sees another year of plenty in its future, Jensen Huang says. But, he insists, its deals are not circular.

Latest Anthropic horror story chills with tales of kamikaze drone swarms and bioweapons research
Technology

Latest Anthropic horror story chills with tales of kamikaze drone swarms and bioweapons research

Everyone from ShinyHunters to Russian freelancers is in on the illicit model fun

Hong Kong sentences Tiananmen activists up to 7 years in prison
Science

Hong Kong sentences Tiananmen activists up to 7 years in prison

Three Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists were jailed for five to seven years under the national security law. Their convictions have drawn condemnation from the UN, human rights groups and foreign governments.

Health

Alcohol lobby pushes to keep spirits up in Brussels

Industry champions moderate drinking as health advocates push for tighter rules

Molly Ticehurst’s killer gets 28 years for her murder
Sports

Molly Ticehurst’s killer gets 28 years for her murder

The beloved daughter, mother and childcare worker was killed in cold blood by her ex-partner Daniel Billings because she spoke up about his abuse.

UN warns worsening South Sudan crisis threatens civilians, political transition
World

UN warns worsening South Sudan crisis threatens civilians, political transition

The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan warned Thursday that renewed violence, rising political tensions, shrinking civic space, entrenched corruption

Top Seattle tech and business leaders demand 100-day public safety action plan from City Hall
Business

Top Seattle tech and business leaders demand 100-day public safety action plan from City Hall

In a letter sent Thursday, executives from major area employers — including Microsoft, Starbucks, Costco, F5, Alaska Airlines, Zillow, and others — urged city leaders to protect and expand public safety funding amid growing skepticism that the city currently has an effective strategy to address crim

McClatchy Guts Newsrooms Nationwide Months After Controversial Push to AI
Culture

McClatchy Guts Newsrooms Nationwide Months After Controversial Push to AI

McClatchy-owned papers in Miami, Kentucky and the Pacific Northwest saw as much as 30% of their staff cut on Thursday.

AI

OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand

The company said Pro subscriptions put the most strain on its systems, so it's pausing sign-ups while adding more capacity.

Boy developed "toasted skin" condition from using a laptop every day
Technology

Boy developed "toasted skin" condition from using a laptop every day

Fears that modern electronic devices may harm children are nothing new. Gadgets with screens of any size have long been allegedly melting, rotting, and/or corrupting the brains of youths for decades. However, a medical case report published this week offers a new and alarming way our digital doodads may cause physical harm. In BMJ Case Reports, two UK doctors, Mara Znagoveanu and Edward Artley, report the case of a boy who came to an emergency department with alarming marks on his abdomen.

Science

The hunt for unknown life in New York City

The globe is full of unknown species. But is it really possible to find a completely new animal species in the middle of the largest city in the United States?

Warning over menopause supplements that could cause liver damage
Health

Warning over menopause supplements that could cause liver damage

Pricey menopause supplements marketed to mid-life women are at best useless and, at worst, delivering 'potentially toxic' ingredients, experts have warned.

Sports

BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS: Get $1,500 in bonus bets for Rams vs. 49ers in 2026 NFL Australia Game

Use the latest MGM promo code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 in bonus bets if your first bet loses for 49ers vs. Rams betting on Thursday

Cosm Detroit wins raves as sold-out crowd sinks into immersive experience
World

Cosm Detroit wins raves as sold-out crowd sinks into immersive experience

Fans filled the sold-out venue Thursday to watch the San Francisco 49ers blitz the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

Costly war far from over even as US loosens Iran's grip on Strait of Hormuz
Business

Costly war far from over even as US loosens Iran's grip on Strait of Hormuz

US has restricted Iran's oil exports and loosened its Strait of Hormuz control. This ongoing conflict, however, is nowhere near resolution and its costs are only rising. Iran's leaders have shown no signs of backing down and may even escalate military actions further.

Fact Check: Was Mitch McConnell scheduled to appear via video at 2026 GOP convention in Dallas?
Culture

Fact Check: Was Mitch McConnell scheduled to appear via video at 2026 GOP convention in Dallas?

McConnell was allegedly scheduled to appear at the Dallas event, either in person or through a video message

AI

Flipkart’s Super.money Bets on AI Agents to Outdo Bigger Rivals

Flipkart-owned digital payments platform Super.money is rolling out artificial intelligence agents that can autonomously shop for products and buy gold, betting that the technology can help it stand out from larger rivals.

More AI researchers warn of AI's threat to humanity
Technology

More AI researchers warn of AI's threat to humanity

NBC News' Tom Llamas spoke to two more artificial intelligence researchers about the potential threat A.I has to humanity. This comes after AI researcher Jacob Coxon shared a viral tweet saying he believed AI could kill humanity in the next decade. Llamas also spoke to Incoming Professor at UC Berkl

Multi-kilojoule fusion lasers could power next-gen US air defense
Science

Multi-kilojoule fusion lasers could power next-gen US air defense

RTX Ventures invests in Xcimer Energy to develop pulsed lasers for potential use in US directed-energy defense systems.

Hidden danger of your 'hydrating' electrolyte drink
Health

Hidden danger of your 'hydrating' electrolyte drink

The supposedly healthy drinks have exploded in popularity in recent years, with millions now using them as part of their daily routine in the belief they will keep them better hydrated.

Kuldeep Yadav bags career-best figures of 10 for 120 as Yorkshire grab massive win in County Championship 2026 [Watch]
Sports

Kuldeep Yadav bags career-best figures of 10 for 120 as Yorkshire grab massive win in County Championship 2026 [Watch]

Star India spinner Kuldeep Yadav set the stage on fire in the County Championship 2026 as Yorkshire grabbed a massive victory over Essex.

World

BRICS red carpet sparks anger in India’s capital

New Delhi is rolling out the red carpet for BRICS, but blocked roads, evictions and restrictions have caused anger.

Psychology says people who constantly clear phone notifications may crave a sense of control - The surprising reason this tiny digital habit can feel satisfying and what it may reveal about how your brain handles uncertainty
Business

Psychology says people who constantly clear phone notifications may crave a sense of control - The surprising reason this tiny digital habit can feel satisfying and what it may reveal about how your brain handles uncertainty

Clearing smartphone notifications offers a sense of completion and control. Research indicates these alerts disrupt attention and create uncertainty for users. Managing notifications can become an appealing routine for restoring order. Predictable notification batches improve attentiveness and reduc

Dan Schneider Loses Appeal in 'Quiet on Set' Documentary Defamation Lawsuit
Culture

Dan Schneider Loses Appeal in 'Quiet on Set' Documentary Defamation Lawsuit

Dan Schneider has lost the appeal in the "Quiet on Set" documentary defamation lawsuit filed against Warner Bros. Discovery and Sony.

AI

Jensen Huang bets Nvidia's next leg of growth on turning AI compute into an investable asset

Jensen Huang used a Goldman Sachs conference appearance to argue that the constraints on AI's build-out are expanding from silicon into finance, and that Nvidia's next unlock is getting its systems recognized as collateral rather than as depreciating equipment. "We're moving Nvidia Compute from tech

I’m not a folding phone fan, but the Apple iPhone Duo might change my mind | Stuff
Technology

I’m not a folding phone fan, but the Apple iPhone Duo might change my mind | Stuff

I do wish it wasn’t missing a couple of features, though

Flying stratospheric platform completes 18,000-mile trip, returns to US
Science

Flying stratospheric platform completes 18,000-mile trip, returns to US

High Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS) for stratospheric infrastructure completed its record-breaking trans-Pacific flight from New Mexico to Japan and back.

Dr Boreham’s Crucible: Aroa Biosurgery’s wound care products are ‘the sheep’s guts’ | Stockhead
Health

Dr Boreham’s Crucible: Aroa Biosurgery’s wound care products are ‘the sheep’s guts’ | Stockhead

Aroa Biosurgery has turned sheep guts into a growing wound care business, with US sales driving it into profit and plenty of market still to chase.

Clippers under federal investigation for Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention, per report
Sports

Clippers under federal investigation for Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention, per report

Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn have opened a criminal investigation one week after the NBA punished the Clippers

Five big takeaways from Trump's midterm convention
World

Five big takeaways from Trump's midterm convention

President Donald Trump and his Republican Party wrapped up an unusual convention in Dallas on Thursday hoping to strengthen their midterm election prospects.

Business

True Fitness, True Yoga begin winding-up process in Singapore

Both subsidiaries have been placed into provisional liquidation; all outlets closed with immediate effect

How Did [Spoiler] Respawn in Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 3?
Culture

How Did [Spoiler] Respawn in Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 3?

Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 3's ending reveals the Box respawning after Jason1 dismantles it, with a Leighton variant behind it.

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