World in a Pulse
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Twenty minutes with the CEO of ElevenLabs, now reportedly valued at $22 billion
ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.
NASA chief concerned China may deny access to parts of South Pole
Last month, China delayed the launch of an ambitious robotic mission to the South Pole of the Moon, Chang’e 7, until early next year. The country did not provide a detailed explanation for the schedule slip, but it was welcomed by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman. "They are targeting the exact same location on lunar South Pole," Isaacman said Wednesday evening at the Off World conference in Houston.
NASA Welcomes Croatia as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory
Credit: NASA The Republic of Croatia became the 74th signatory to the Artemis Accords on Wednesday during a ceremony in the capital city of Zagreb with NASA and U.S. Department of State officials present. “It is my privilege to welcome the Republic of Croatia as the latest signatory of the Artemis Accords,” said NASA Deputy Matt Anderson in pre-recorded remarks during the ceremony. “Joining the Artemis Accords opens another chapter. We’ve aligned on the principles. The opportunities to contribute are growing.
Lansoprazole users' 3-month warning after 'short supply' update
The Department of Health and Social Care issued a serious shortage protocols notice for the widley taken PPI medication
NFL picks against the spread, Week 3 2026: Expert ATS picks, predictions, player props for this week's games
The SportsLine experts have locked in their top Week 3 picks from this week's NFL schedule, see who they are backing and fading here
Four civilians killed in Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan
Four civilians have been killed in the latest Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan.
FIS Approves Gus Kenworthy’s Return To U.S. Ski Team
After competing for Great Britain at the past two Winter Olympics, four-time Olympian Gus Kenworthy is returning to the U.S. Ski Team.
The chef turned award-winning author unfazed by 'second book syndrome'
Louise Kennedy, the author of Trespasses, says everyone "should give anything they fancy a lash".
Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors on building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off.
Google is sending an AI satellite into space next week
Google’s AI satellite will launch aboard a SpaceX rocket on October 1st.
APOD: 2026 September 24 – The Ghosts of Five Supernovas
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 24 –… 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. OriginalAnnotated The Ghosts of Five Supernovas Explanation: The ghosts of five supernovas haunt this extraordinary image.
America, China and the Evolving New World Order
Even as the United States remains the world’s most powerful country, China is carving out space for alternatives beyond the American-led system.
A loser-leaves-town SEC game in September? When it comes to LSU vs. Texas A&M, that's what's on the line
With both programs investing over $40 million into their rosters, an 0-2 start in SEC play would virtually extinguish College Football Playoff hopes before October arrives
‘Hostile, but hooked’: What’s behind the US-China trade truce extension?
Some analysts say extending the truce is pure optics - others say it's a useful step towards a more durable deal.
Oracle Stock Slides After Company Issued ‘Force Majeure’ Notice For Major Data Center Project
The company is supposed to be the primary tenant for a massive data center in New Mexico currently under construction.
'He Can Deal With It': Anupam Kher Addresses Govinda's Dating Rumours, Divorce With Sunita Ahuja
Govinda is currently in the spotlight over his equation with Komal Rani. The two are set to share the screen in their upcoming film Roopa.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Cal AI’s Zach Yadegari on how to create viral growth and capitalize on it
Zach Yadegari joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share how he capitalized on viral growth. Save up to $200 before September 25. Save 50% on a second pass.
Rivet is a new kind of dating app where strangers play the matchmaker
Instead of swiping alone, Rivet lets other users recommend matches for you, then leaves the final decision in your hands.
NASA Selects Far-Infrared Telescope as First in New Mission Class
Credit: NASA NASA announced Wednesday a mission to explore the history and evolution of the universe, PRIMA (PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics), is advancing to the next phase of development. This space telescope is the first in a new class of NASA astrophysics missions, called Probe Explorers, within the agency’s longstanding Explorers Program. “The PRIMA mission is humanity’s next window into the deep universe.
NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip steps back from public life for serious health concerns - WRAL
Darrell Waltrip, a Hall of Fame NASCAR driver and longtime Fox Sports broadcaster, has stepped away from public life due to a progressive brain ...
UFC Fight Night: Raul Rosas Jr., Raoni Barcelos set for intriguing bantamweight crossroads fight
The young and rising prospect takes on the older veteran looking to make one last run at the title on Saturday night
Collapsing currency and inflation leave families struggling in Sudan
Rising bread, sugar and meat prices strain Sudanese households already grappling with war and economic instability.
AI Is Cheating Until It Reaches The Cap Table
Asking about AI strategy without ensuring the work is tied to a real business problem or opportunity, has a named owner, and produces a measurable result is just checking a box.
Seth Meyers Scoffs at Trump's 'Dramatic' Reaction to Kaitlan Collins at UN: 'Sounds Like He's Complaining About an Ex'
Seth Meyers jokes that Trump sounded like he was "complaining about an ex" during his encounter with Kaitlan Collins at the UN
Google tests letting Gemini call businesses for you
Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.
Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are going global, the company confirms
It's still unclear when, though. Yesterday, Xiaomi unveiled the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in China. Less than 24 hours later, the company has already...
Backpack massages muscles when it detects they’re fatigued
People wore the backpack while lifting dumbbells and then enjoyed a nice massageHuang et al., 2026, Cell Reports Physical Science A backpack can detect when muscles become fatigued and automatically massage the affected areas. This seems to help muscles recover better than heat therapy or pre-programmed massages, like those delivered by chairs and cushions. About 1 in 6 adults in the UK have some form of back pain. This can occur when back muscles become fatigued through exertion or prolonged or repetitive activity.
Pharmalittle: We're reading about the FDA commissioner nominee, a Lilly partnership in China, and more
During a Senate hearing today, Heidi Overton, the nominee to lead the FDA, plans to emphasize the need for speed and efficiency to compete with China
Falcons-Packers predictions for Thursday night, plus NFL Week 3 picks and ranking 2-0 teams
Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Sept. 24
LIVE: Portugal vs Wales – UEFA Nations League
Follow updates, with build-up, team news and lineups, from our live text commentary stream coverage as Ronaldo stars.
At The UN In New York America Faces A Fracturing Postwar Order
At the United Nations, America's strategic leadership in the post World War II era is being questioned and the U.S.'s recent conduct has left NATO members in doubt.
Greek PM urges Burnham to return Elgin Marbles permanently
Andy Burnham said in 2023 the sculptures should be returned to Greece with "no strings attached".
Google Photos ‘Clueless’-inspired virtual closet is now available on Android and iOS
The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.
Why can’t we just keep rogue AIs off the internet?
Air-gapping AI to keep it away from real-world targets makes testing safer, but less useful.
NASA to Study Human Health, Performance During Crew-13 Mission - NASA
During NASA's SpaceX Crew‑13 mission aboard the International Space Station, astronauts will support a series of biomedical and human health performance...
The rise of the AI-native radiology practice
In this edition of STAT Health Tech: Radiology startups say owning a practice makes it easier to develop AI tools, and insurers oppose RPM changes.
Jaguars now looking to get Travis Hunter more involved on offense
Liam Coen provided some interesting commentary on the two-way player following the Week 2 loss to Denver
Gaza’s recovery needs reach $71.5bn amid ‘most severe economic crisis’: UN
UN trade body report says consequences of Israeli occupation have 'skyrocketed' with 90% unemployed in Gaza.
Judge Will Consider Controversial Paramount Merger Settlement Today As ‘Outstanding Questions’ Still Remain
A coalition of film groups asked the court late Wednesday to be allowed to formally oppose the settlement agreement.
Sharon Stone Has ‘Gone the Distance From Being a Sex Symbol,’ Says She’s ‘Still Hot’
Sharon Stone spoke about her Hollywood career and resilience at Variety's Power of Women event, calling herself "still hot."
Ando wants to take on Slack with a team messaging app that lets humans and agents work together
Ando has raised $20 million in pre-seed and seed funding from investors including Accel, Index Ventures, and Emergence.
Meta puts its AI assistant on a keychain
Mark Zuckerberg said Meta’s new personal AI agent Muse has become the “centerpiece” of his AI vision, as he unveiled a new handheld AI “charm” device that will feature the interactive assistant. The Meta chief used the company’s annual Connect event at its Silicon Valley headquarters to announce Muse Charm, a small pendant-like device that fits on a keychain and is activated by a fingerprint sensor. The device, which features a screen showing the Muse avatar, will also have real-time voice interactivity and is set to be released in December.Read full article Comments
Stanford Scientists Find That the Human Brain Is Actually Two Separate Organs
A team led by scientists at Stanford University determined that the human brain is technically made up of two distinct organs.
Kyverna's cell therapy shows lasting autoimmune benefit
Kyverna Therapeutics is one step closer to launching the first cell therapy for an autoimmune disease, with new data in hand showing many patients remained off of other therapies a year after treatment.
Fantasy football rankings Week 3: Dave Richard makes tough decisions who to start, sit and flex
Dave Richard dives deep into the players who Fantasy Football managers will have scratching their heads in every single game on the slate
Mahmoud Abbas: What will it take to ‘protect’ Palestine?
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas questioned how long the world would “remain silent” on Israel's actions.
5 Keys To A Successful Private Equity Partnership
A good private equity partnership can help a business grow faster, think bigger, and take on opportunities that once felt out of reach.
This Is What Really Makes Your Partner Jealous, According to Researchers
A study of 4,465 people found reactions to sexual and emotional cheating were more complicated than a men-versus-women split.
Lovable’s annualized revenue crosses $600M as vibe coding takes off
Lovable co-founder Fabian Hedin said that apps created on the platform are getting nearly a billion monthly views each month.
There's a new way to break RSA that's faster than anything we've seen before
The world has known for decades that the RSA cryptosystem’s days are numbered. Once quantum computing becomes practical (estimates for that range from 3 to 20 or more years), the foundational security it provides will crumble. New research has revealed a novel method that uses classical computing to reduce the current RSA security level to an unacceptably low threshold. The finding poses little to no practical threat in the immediate term, except possibly in a few edge cases.
Taking HRT in perimenopause may ward off cardiovascular disease
Hormone replacement therapies may reduce the risk of heart attacks and stroke, but the timing of when they are started could be critical
OpenAI's breach of Australian health department website prompts rebuke from Albanese
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is extremely concerned about OpenAI's security breach of a government website, which the artificial intelligence company took too long to reveal
What's at stake on final day of WNBA's regular season? Seeding, draft lottery odds, more
Four seeds are already locked, but there are plenty of races still up in the air on Thursday
Trump invites Putin to Miami G20: Why that matters
US Secretary of State Rubio said the summit would be an 'opportunity' for Putin to engage with other world leaders.
Pierce Brosnan’s Conrad Harrigan Loses His Cool Over A Parking Ticket In Exclusive ‘MobLand’ Sneak Peek
Watch this early sneak peak of MobLand Season 2, Episode 2 for more Conrad and Maeve shenanigans as Conrad faces down a traffic warden.
Elizabeth Holmes’ Partner’s Net Worth: How Much Money Billy Evans Has
Billy comes from a wealthy family, but he established his own wealth by founding a health startup called Haemanthus.
TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.
A leaker says the chips in the PS6 and Xbox Helix have been finalized, and there's a big power difference between them — but it's the likely price jump that gamers are mostly talking about
It could be advantage Microsoft
Cloudy Cloak Over the Northwest
Earth Observatory Science Earth Observatory Cloudy Cloak Over the Northwest Earth Earth Observatory Image of the Day EO Explorer Topics All Topics Atmosphere Land Heat & Radiation Life on Earth Human Dimensions Natural Events Oceans Remote Sensing Technology Snow & Ice Water More Content Collections Global Maps World of Change Articles Earth Matters Blog Blue Marble: Next Generation EO Kids Mission: Biomes About About Us Subscribe 🛜 RSS Contact Us Search September 19, 2026 NASA Earth Observatory/Michala Garrison Cool, marine air rolling off the Paci
Why Gilead can't stop talking about its ambitions in immunology
Gilead Sciences’ top executives have been emphatically bullish about the biotech’s years-long push to develop drugs for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.
Under further review, everyone overreacted to Commanders' response to Jayden Daniels injury
Washington's offensive line drew sharp criticism after walking toward the sideline while the star QB was down, but an 11-second video doesn't tell the whole story
Africa’s bid for a seat on the Security Council
Africa has 54 countries at the United Nations, but not one has a permanent seat on the powerful UN Security Council.
Harry Styles’s First Solo Single Reaches A New Global Peak
Harry Styles’s “Sign of the Times” reaches a new peak on the Billboard Global 200 as his tour expansion also lifts several newer hits.
Sydney Sweeney Wants You To ‘Trust’ Her in New Bra Photos: 'Send Nudes'
Sydney Sweeney promoted Syrn's new "Send Nudes" bra collection with fresh photos and a confident message for her followers on Instagram.