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Walmart is inviting AI agents to shop for you
Walmart will let AI agents shop as long as they follow the retailer’s rules.
Review: Carrie is a triumphant remix with one major flaw
Carrie White, the telekinetic prom queen from hell, is one of the most beloved horror icons in popular culture. First introduced in Stephen King's 1974 novel, Carrie, the character was immortalized in director Brian De Palma's 1976 adaptation, widely regarded as one of the best horror films of all time. It's certainly one of the best King adaptations.
In 1,000+ Kids Who Claimed to Have Past Lives, Their ‘Reincarnation’ Came 12 Months After a Sudden Death
And scientists can’t explain the creepy correlation.
How Craig Collins Gained 60 Pounds of Muscle After Crohn's Surger - Men's Health
Craig Collins struggled with his condition before committing to the long path through surgeries—and fitness—to muscle up.
Agent's Take: Chris Ballard's Colts tenure might look much different if he had made this blockbuster trade
Indianapolis was among Stafford's preferred destinations in 2021, but Ballard chose a different path and never solved the franchise's quarterback problem
Ramaswamy sees betting odds plummet over controversial ad using opponent’s mother
Amy Acton, Ramaswamy’s Democratic rival in Ohio’s race for governor, has called her estranged mother ‘abusive’
Crypto exchanges can keep paying interest-like rewards, federal regulators say
Cryptocurrency companies can continue to pay interest-like rewards to customers, federal regulators said Wednesday, despite warnings from banks that such programs could drain trillions of dollars in deposits from the banking system. The new rules are part of the implementation of the GENIUS Act, which was signed into law last year and was meant to codify the rules and regulations around issuers of stablecoins. Under the rules published by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, stab
'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew': News & Updates For Greta Gerwig Movie
Netflix's 'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' film, directed by Greta Gerwig, will arrive in theaters in 2027.
AI reveals how a warming climate will intensify NZ's most extreme downpours
The most damaging weather events are the record-breaking "one-in-100-year" disasters communities have usually only seen once.
US to install 8 CANDU nuclear plants with 6GW capacity in Indiana
Eight nuclear power plants with a combined capacity of 6 gigawatts are likely to be installed in the US.
One-way attack drones intercepted using modified uncrewed air system
The modified version of T-150 Uncrewed Air System (UAS) conducted the mission during a US Office of the Under Secretary for Research & Engineering (OUSW) experiment.
Study Links Unplanned Daytime Naps to Higher Dementia Risk - Prevention
... concerns about cognitive health. It could signal serious health conditions or sleep disorders, like obstructive sleep apnea, or side effects from ...
What's next for Mike Locksley after Maryland firing? Coaching veteran will have plenty of options
With a lengthy list of connections and more than 30 years of college coaching experience, expect to see the 2018 Broyles Award winner back on a sideline sooner than later
Witkoff’s Praise of Putin as ‘Humanitarian’ Tracks With U.S. Approach to Russia
The U.S. envoy’s remarks in Russia sparked fury among Ukraine’s supporters, but they follow President Trump’s strategy for ending the Ukraine war.
Elon Musk: This SpaceX moonshot is ‘no longer impossible’ as blowout earnings spark stock market rally
Good news for investors: SpaceX earnings came in a lot hotter than expected—some are even calling it a “blowout“, beating Wall Street expectations. Also on Tuesday, the day of SpaceX’s third quarter 2026 earnings report, founder and CEO Elon Musk said in a post on his social media platform X: “As crazy as this sounds, $1T in SpaceX revenue in 2028 is no longer impossible.” It’s bold timeline even for the typically audacious Musk, who just in August, on a
Don't Stop Believin' - High school musical Glee set for reboot
Ryan Murphy's popular musical comedy-drama is set to return on Hulu and Disney+ after a decade away.
Three dormant US nuclear reactors are being restarted to power AI data centers
The US wants to re-open several former nuclear plants
The past, present, and future share a show floor at Pinball Expo 2026
It's October in the Midwest, which means it's time for the pinball world to descend on a convention center in Chicagoland for the annual Pinball Expo. Once thought to be an entertainment sector slowly bleeding out, pinball has come back in a big way in recent years.
NASA JPL Looks to Next 90 Years of Innovation, Exploration
5 min readPreparations for Next Moonwalk Simulations Underway (and Underwater) Clockwise from top: Caltech graduate students and friends carry out their first rocket firing on Halloween, 1936, in a dry riverbed along which JPL would rise. Their work helped make possible missions such as Perseverance and Europa Clipper as well as the future SkyFall and MoonFall missions. NASA/JPL-Caltech Interstellar probes. Lunar drones. Helicopters on Mars. When a group of Caltech graduate students and enthusiasts began conducting rocket-propulsion tests in Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco on Oct.
Nigeria identifies travel-related Ebola case
Nigeria has confirmed an imported Ebola case tied to the ongoing outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, becoming the fifth country to identify a related infection, health officials said.
Bukayo Saka forced off early into Bayern clash as Arsenal dealt huge injury blow
Saka was replaced by Eberechi Eze inside 10 minutes at the Allianz Arena
Iran determined to keep uranium amid increased war odds, flurry of meetings
Tehran had 'nothing new' to tell Washington after latest nuclear proposals reportedly offered by mediators.
How one cold email led to ‘You Can See Everything’
Lance Oppenheim and Nathan Fielder’s newly released documentary You Can See Everything gets up close and awkwardly, even creepily personal with disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and her husband Billy Evans. It’s mindbending, strange, and breaking more than brains: It’s breaking box office records. It’s also generating Oscar buzz. But the genre-shattering documentary would’ve never happened without one cold email that was sent circa six years ago and con
Glastonbury coach tickets oversold in admin error
Bookings will automatically be converted into a general admission ticket and coach fare refunded.
Nvidia’s DGX Spark has a match from Dell, minus the markup
While the Nvidia DGX Spark is like gold-dust, the Dell Pro Precision offers the same silicon with bigger savings for AI workloads.
The $15 billion ad-powered AI startup your doctor may already be using
Nearly two-thirds of US doctors are turning to an AI-powered search engine to make patient decisions, propelling a little-known tech startup to a $15 billion valuation while prompting a debate over the future of patient care. Miami-based OpenEvidence, founded by serial entrepreneur Daniel Nadler in 2022, said that many of America’s 1 million physicians processed more than 42 million prompts last month.
NASA to Conduct NCAA Flyover, Engage Fans at University of Alabama
NASA’s Freedom 250 F-5 team, including NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, performs a flyover during the national anthem at an NFL game between the Cleveland Browns and the Carolina Panthers at Huntington Bank Field, Sept. 27, 2026, in Cleveland.NASA/Jordan Cochran As part of the agency’s Inspiration Tour, NASA will conduct a flyover at the University of Alabama vs. Texas A&M football game in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Fears of a pan-African Ebola crisis growing as fourth country reports first case
As Nigeria reports its first case of Ebola, fears are growing that the epidemic that started in the Democratic Republic of Congo in May could be on the verge of becoming a bigger regional crisis.
Big Ten midseason grades: UCLA aces first half, while Penn State has failed every test
Individual grades on the midseason report card for all 18 teams in the Big Ten
Conservative Party suspends ex-candidate filmed in Al Jazeera investigation
An undercover investigation by Al Jazeera, launched in 2021, infiltrated Turning Point UK.
United Airlines is opening the largest airport lounge in the Americas. Here’s what’s inside
An enormous new airline lounge is poised to be a destination in and of itself. United Airlines will open the space this week at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, staking its claim to the largest airport lounge in North or South America. The lounge, which can be found in IAH’s revamped Terminal B, will feature seating for 800 people, including a 1,350-square-foot outdoor terrace offering panoramic views of planes coming and going. To enjoy the luxe new space, fliers will
'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' Season 3 Trailer Plunges Middle-Earth Into War
"Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" Season 3 is plunging all of Middle-earth to war against Sauron.
Beware the AI throuple: Is technology manipulating you or your relationship?
Imagine you're involved with someone who knows exactly what captures your attention. They know what makes you laugh, what makes you angry and which topics you like to talk about. They've been paying attention. They've learned what keeps you engaged.
CVE-2026-111815 | Apache Traffic Server up to 8.1.11/9.2.15/10.1.4/10.2.0 certificate validation
A vulnerability identified as problematic has been detected in Apache Traffic Server up to 8.1.11/9.2.15/10.1.4/10.2.0. Impacted is an unknown function. The manipulation leads to improper certificate validation. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2026-111815. It is possible to initiate the attack
All screen time may not be bad for children
The effects of screen time on young children may depend on more than just how long they spend in front of a device, according to a new study.
Ebola has spread from Congo to 4 other countries. A look at where things stand
Ebola disease from the fast-moving outbreak in Congo has now spread to four other countries, including two where it’s active
Carrick sack verdict delivered as Man Utd ‘problem’ revealed
Red Devils were thrashed by Como in Champions League drubbing
What happened to Australian politician Helen Haines?
Australian Lawmaker Helen Haines has lost both legs after a car rammed into her.
SpaceX Just Guided To A $35 Billion Quarter, So I Am Moving My Rating Up To Buy (SPCX)
Space Exploration Technologies Corp., aka SpaceX, Q3 revenue rose 161% YoY to $14.58B with $4.4B net income; guidance is $33–$37B Q1 revenue. Click for a SPCX stock update.
Batman: James Gunn Gives Disappointing Update on Dark Knight’s DCU Costume
DCU fans receive a shocking update from James Gunn over Batman's costume overhaul in an awaited superhero movie.
AI and Robotics Archives - Interesting Engineering
Coverage here spans industrial robots, cobots, humanoids, drones, and service robots, along with the hardware and software that enable them to operate at scale.
Australia's defence push goes 3D, and this ASX stock has a head start | Stockhead
Australia's push to make more defence components at home is gathering steam, and Aurora Labs is positioning itself for a slice of the action.
Americans are adding more calories to their coffee
A new analysis finds that coffee consumption has remained stable, but addition of sweeteners and creamers is up.
From keto to GLP-1s: New McLean center will research metabolic psychiatry therapies
Metabolic psychiatry is a rapidly emerging field that focuses on the role of metabolic health in some mental health conditions. Doctors at McLean say the center will be the first of its kind in the nation.
Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Timberwolves vs. Heat, NHL action and more
Find best bets for the biggest games in sports on Wednesday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts
Russia willing to resume peace talks with Ukraine, US after Witkoff visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signalled Moscow is willing in principle to resume talks with Ukraine and the US.
JetBlue is testing something travelers have debated for years: Flights without children
For parents looking to leave the kids behind at home —or adults wishing not to share a flight with a screaming baby—a new partnership is giving travelers an experience they have long craved, however divisive it might be: a completely child-free travel experience. JetBlue Vacations and Virgin Voyages announced on Oct. 20 a new travel experience called “Do Not Disturb,” making a completely kid-free four-night escapade. “We love creating vacations for all kinds of travelers, including f
Kid Cudi To Star & Direct In Jean-Michel Basquiat Film Next Year
One of the great artists of the 20th century is coming to the big screen from one of the 21st century's hip hop legends.
While Amazon blocks AI agents, Walmart rolls out the welcome mat
As Amazon blocks AI agents from shopping on its site, Walmart is taking the opposite approach, introducing new technology that lets AI agents make purchases on customers' behalf, with controls over spending and transaction approvals.
Reexamined Viking 2 signal reveals possible marsquake from region active decades later
Earthquakes and the seismic waves they generate provide some of the best clues to Earth's interior. To extend that success to other worlds, scientists placed seismometers on the Apollo missions to the moon and on the Viking Mars landers, which reached Mars in 1976. Though the Apollo detectors proved
Tracks Along the Longest Drive on Another World
Explore This Section Perseverance Home Mission Overview Rover Components Mars Rock Samples Where is Perseverance? Ingenuity Mars Helicopter Mission Updates Science Overview Objectives Instruments Highlights Exploration Goals News and Features Multimedia Perseverance Raw Images Images Videos Audio More Resources Mars Missions Mars Perseverance Rover Mars Curiosity Rover Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter Mars Odyssey More Mars Missions Mars Home This image, taken by Perseverance on Mars, shows wheel tracks from the drive that broke the record for the farthest distance driv
Don't Miss Out on Time With Family and Friends... New Yorkers Urged To Get COVID-19, Flu ...
RSV Vaccination Guidance. New Yorkers 75 and older, and those ages 50 to 74 who are at high risk for severe RSV due to certain health conditions or ...
Saka limps off in 10th minute of Arsenal match at Bayern
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka was substituted in the 10th minute of their Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
Steelers and Saints set for historic NFL clash in riot-hit Paris
The NFL’s Steelers and Saints will play in Paris on Sunday despite the riots.
In HelloNation, Veterinary Expert Lorrie Riggs Explains When Pet Surgery Becomes the Right Choice
/PRNewswire/ -- How do you know if your pet needs surgery? Now published, a HelloNation article provides the answer by explaining when an operation is...
Football Manager 27 will be free at launch as Sega try to win back fans
Sega has announced Football Manager 27 will be free for a limited time, as it looks to avoid the launch woes of last year's entry.
AI promises productivity, but for managers, it’s mostly a headache for now
More than 50% of managers say they're finding it harder to evaluate employees' work after adopting AI, according to a new survey.
SpaceX to attempt Starship catch on next flight, with eye on rapid cadence increase
In its current iteration, SpaceX is largely a data company seeking to provide enormous amounts of compute for artificial intelligence. During an earnings call on Tuesday afternoon, company officials spent much of their time discussing ambitious plans to roll out up to 10 GW of compute in 2027—on the ground. Gone are the days of aspirational talk about sending humans to Mars and settling the red planet. Now it is almost all about artificial intelligence and the data needed to support its expansion.
These Tiny Creatures Are Wiping Out Species Across the Globe. They’re Coming for Humans Next.
Human bodies getting cooler is compounding the problem.
Dandelion root: Benefits, side effects and how to try it
Dandelion root is nutrient-rich, but are its health claims proven? Meroe Morse, M.D., explains the benefits, risks and side effects of this common plant.
2026 World Series odds, prediction: Full preview for Brewers vs. Rays in Fall Classic
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays meet in the 2026 World Series. Here's everything bettors need to know
Pope Leo's doctors issue health update after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo underwent lung cancer surgery last week
DRDGOLD reports Q3 results
DRDGOLD reports Q3 results
Borat 3 & Bruno 2 Will Never Happen After Sacha Baron Cohen’s New Ali G Movie, Here’s Why
Borat 3 and Bruno 2 may never happen, as Sacha Baron Cohen explains why his new Ali G movie could be his last guerrilla comedy.