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Google's Gemini 4 Argon is incredibly smart, but it might not affect you much
Google just gave Gemini a massive brain upgrade, and I'm not sure most people need it
Anthropic’s IPO May See Australia’s Biggest Lender Sitting on Multi-Billion Windfall
Anthropic PBC’s initial public offering may give Commonwealth Bank of Australia an opportunity to cash in on a stake it purchased in the artificial intelligence startup more than a year ago and whose valuation has ballooned.
220-second X-ray scan delivers images 27 times faster than conventional method
Instead of multiple elements, the team used a reflection zone plate, which can reflect, focus, and separate soft X-rays at the same time.
Trump announces $250M-plus initiative to recruit, retain nursing home nurses
President Trump announced Monday an initiative worth hundreds of millions of dollars to recruit and retain nursing home nurses. “The Trump Administration is proud to announce a 250 MILLION DOLLAR PLUS initiative to RECRUIT and RETAIN Nurses for Nursing Homes!” Trump said in a Truth Social post Monda
Milwaukee Bucks poke fun at Rays' World Series loss, Heat's 0-4 start in postgame jab
The Bucks' neighbors, the Brewers, defeated the Rays in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday, and the Heat fell to 0-4.
‘It’s magical’: London’s iconic Oxford Street goes vehicle-free
The cars have gone, and so have the buses, but while retailers expect a boost, residents worry about change.
AI agents have no rules, so Meta wrote its own
Why would anyone trust Meta? After all, this is the company that became the world’s avatar for shameless and exploitative data harvesting. The same data mastery that powers one of the most effective advertising platforms ever made also gave us Cambridge Analytica, whistleblowers like Frances Haugen and Sarah Wynn-Williams, and unflattering films like The Social Dilemma and, just this month, The Social Reckoning. In the Axios-Harris Poll 100, Meta scored a lowly 59.6, down in the basement with
Karen Davila on backlash after moderating 2016 presidential debate: ‘It petrified me’
Karen Davila recounted facing backlash after she moderated the 2016 presidential debate, admitting it “traumatized” her and prompted her to take a break from social media. The veteran broadcast journalist spoke about this during an interview on “Beyond the Exchange with Rico Hizon,” which aired last
Kate Kallot on Leaving NVIDIA, Sovereign AI and Building Amini | Deep Learning Indaba 2026
“Local context is not something you can learn. It’s something you live.” Amini founder Kate Kallot, a TIME100 AI honouree, on leaving NVIDIA, why sovereignty is about choice, raising money as a solo African woman founder, and competing with Big Tech.
Bank of Korea warns country's chip exports could fall by up to $100 billion if AI spending slows
SEOUL, Oct 27 (Reuters) - South Korea's semiconductor exports could fall by $50 billion to $100 billion compared with earlier forecasts if capital spending on artificial intelligence by major US technology firms slows next year, according to central bank data.
When restaurants closed in 2020, US oyster farmers were left with millions of unsold shellfish; six years later, a rescue programme has bought over 7 million oysters for 35 reef sites and helped protect more than 1,000 aquaculture and related jobs
When restaurants across the United States shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, oyster farmers suddenly lost their biggest market, leaving millions of shellfish unsold and threatening coastal livelihoods. What began as an emergency effort to help struggling growers has since developed into
First personalised cancer vaccine cuts risk of disease returning in major trial
The scientists involved say the results could mark a turning point in cancer treatment, bringing personalised medicine a step closer.
Oregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season after concussion, Dan Lanning confirms
Moore, who turned down the 2026 NFL Draft for a return to Oregon, has not played since suffering the head injury against USC on Sept. 26
Israel election results 2026: When will we know who won and what’s next?
Exit polls are expected soon after voting closes late on Tuesday, but a final verdict might take days.
Anthropic soaring sales, losses put AI frenzy to IPO test
Anthropic has taken a big step closer to a potentially record-breaking IPO, as it revealed steep losses and security concerns that could test investors' enthusiasm for the AI heavyweight.
Meghan to co-host Junior MasterChef Australia
The Duchess of Sussex says she "can't wait" to take part in the programme, which will air next year.
SCX.ai plugs into SpaceX AI network as cash receipts surge | Stockhead
Newly listed SCX.ai has joined a global AI partner network alongside tech giants, with annualised recurring revenue reaching $8.3m and $23.9m in cash.
Crunchyroll Announces Subscriptions Via PlayStation; Priced At RM14.90/Month - Lowyat.NET
Crunchyroll has announced that it is offering its Mega Fan subscription plan via PlayStation, allowing users to stream anime via their consoles.
How a Johnson Mentor Shapes the Next Generation of NASA Talent
3 Min Read How a Johnson Mentor Shapes the Next Generation of NASA Talent Daniel Cohen, Guidance, Navigation & Control (GN&C) engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, leads an outdoor orbital mechanics lesson for interns on Oct. 9, 2026.
Argent BioPharma licences non-core cannabis genetics in global deal | Stockhead
Argent BioPharma signs an exclusive worldwide licensing deal with Thai Phytomed International for the commercial development of four proprietary cannabis genotypes.
Basel 2026: Alex Michelsen vs Botic van de Zandschulp preview, head-to-head, odds, prediction, & betting tips | Swiss Indoors
Fixture: Alex Michelsen vs Botic van de Zandschulp
Kylian Mbappe loses Chinese sponsors for calling Mao ‘Chinese dictator’
Mbappe appears to say that the funniest internet meme he'd seen was of his face imposed on that of 'a Chinese dictator'.
West Asia crisis so far may cost govt Rs 1.35 lakh crore, spending cuts unlikely: ICRA Chief Economist Aditi Nayar
The West Asia crisis may impose a fiscal burden of approximately Rs 1.35 lakh crore on India. Government spending has generally remained below budget estimates, providing financial flexibility for these pressures. Higher customs duty collections from gold and silver imports might help offset some co
‘BioShock’ movie gets promising update as director Francis Lawrence says they’re ‘getting close’
Director Francis Lawrence (‘The Hunger Games’) and screenwriter Michael Green are working on the project
CVE-2026-116843 Mistral AI Mistral Vibe Worktree config add code injection
A security flaw has been discovered in Mistral AI Mistral Vibe up to 3.0.2. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-116843. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.
Long-term analysis questions whether Japan's depopulation policy can stabilize shrinking communities
Small and medium-sized cities (SMCs) are essential for balanced national development, yet many are now facing prolonged population loss, aging and weakened labor markets. Japan has addressed this challenge for more than half a century through the Depopulated-Area-Designation (DAD) policy, a national
APOD: 2026 October 27 – Noctilucent Clouds over Sweden
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 27 –… 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. Noctilucent Clouds over Sweden Explanation: Sometimes it’s night on the ground but day in the air. As the Earth rotates to eclipse the Sun, sunset rises upfrom the ground.
Daylight Saving Time ends: University of Michigan Experts Available for Interview | Newswise
Hi there, National conversations swirl as the clocks turn back marking the end of Daylight Saving Time. The Sunshine Protection Act, which would make DST permanent, passed the House this year but has stalled in the Senate. President Trump has expressed support for permanent Daylight Saving Time as w
311 Runs, 30 Sixes: Delhi U19 Batter Aaryan Sharma Slams Ultra Rare 20-Over Triple Hundred
Aaryan Sharma did the unthinkable by scoring a triple ton in a 20-over game at the Schools Total T20 League on Friday, October 23.
Heavy rains trigger massive flooding in Ecuador’s largest city
Parts of Ecuador’s largest city are underwater after severe rains battered the coast.
This is how marketers can win in the age of AI
According to Ipsos, two-thirds of American marketers would fail a basic marketing test. The market research company’s study found that most marketers couldn’t answer even basic questions about the fundamentals of their own profession. Fully 40% didn’t know what “positioning” meant, 54% didn’t know what “above the line” meant, and half didn’t know what “penetration” meant. Not surprisingly, the study sparked panic in the form of dozens of articles and
Cops called to Florida youth soccer game over dispute with 3-year-old's 'disruptive' parent
A three-year-old was scoring goal after goal before a dispute between his parents and league officials brought police to the Florida game
Apple adds more Siri AI tools in its 27.2 system updates, out today - Engadget
Apple has rolled out software updates for all its platforms today.
Australia warns of 'unprecedented' AI threat
Artificial intelligence poses an "unprecedented" threat as foreign governments turn it loose to hack computer networks and critical infrastructure.
A-81 Reaches South Georgia
Earth Observatory Science Earth Observatory A-81 Reaches South Georgia 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 Iceberg A-81 slows its drift near the edge of South Georgia’s shallow underwater shelf in this image, ac
Gene switch therapy could prevent AND treat Alzheimer's
Researchers at the University of Bristol recently reported that they were able to convert the high-risk Alzheimer's gene, APOE4, into the lower-risk APOE3 gene.
Jackson Chourio just showing off now as the face of the Brewers as Crew creeps closer to World Series title
In Game 3 on Monday, Chourio became the youngest player with a four-hit World Series game since Joe Garagiola in 1946
WNBA Finals: Valkyries beat Dream to reach the brink of their first title
Kiah Stokes and Veronica Burton shine for Golden State as Angel Reese's Atlanta team was stifled by a strong defence.
How much will data centers increase your electric bill?
One of the biggest reasons most Americans don’t want a data center built nearby is that they worry it will drive up their utility bills. But whether those bills rise, and by how much, depends on the local power grid and the terms of the deal. In fact, the impacts have at times been counterintuitive, with new data centers in some cases actually driving down utility bills for other customers on the same grid. Consider North Dakota. A 2025 study from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and
Sai Pallavi Plays IPS Officer In Om, New Poster From Dhanush's Movie Out
The makers of Om have revealed that Sai Pallavi plays an IPS officer called Nithya Reddy in the film.
Ant Group rolls out LingGuang 2.0 with proactive AI features
Ant said the first LingGuang, launched in November 2025, could build simple apps in 30 seconds.
Microsoft offers voluntary exit packages to 60,000 staff
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, the company said on Oct 26, roughly a quarter of its workforce, as the tech giant seeks to cut costs while pouring money into artificial intelligence.
UFO files detail sightings near California 'underwater alien base'
The seventh batch of UFO files was released by the Pentagon, featuring witness reports about mysterious objects soaring near a California island that some claim is home to an alien base.
Is Maca Root Good for You?
Maca root is touted for boosting libido, energy and more. But does it really? A naturopathic medicine specialist shares insight.
United Rugby Championship: Ulster's Juarno Augustus relishing South Africa homecoming
Ulster back row Juarno Augustus is relishing being back in his native South Africa as he prepares to face his former club Stormers after recovering from summer ankle surgery.
Israelis begin voting as Netanyahu fights for political survival
Israelis vote as Netanyahu faces Gadi Eisenkot amid divisions over the wars in Gaza and Iran and growing isolation.
SC notice on plea alleging Rahul Gandhi pushed pregnant journalist during October 12 march
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought Rahul Gandhi's response to a plea alleging he pushed a three-month-pregnant journalist during an opposition march to the court on October 12. The application seeks an FIR against Gandhi and others, along with compensation, over the alleged incident in the court pr
Young & Restless Reveals Who Is Leaving or Joining This Week From Oct 26-30
Viewers curious to know who is leaving and joining The Young and the Restless this week can get their answers here.
How OpenAI turned its coding tools into dots, an always-on personal assistant
Alexander Embiricos, the OpenAI executive responsible for dots, never wants to have a meeting with someone else's AI agent.
Audeze has created something incredibly special with the Maxwell 2 ANC, and I doubt I’ll ever go back to another wireless gaming headset on PS5 or PC
The Maxwell 2 ANC is a super-charged version of my favorite gaming headset, and audiophile planar magnetic driver specialists Audeze have created something really special.
Exploring the potential of immunotherapy in early-stage triple-negative breast cancer
Triple-negative breast cancers, which are more frequently diagnosed in younger women, are a subtype of breast tumor characterized by the absence of hormone receptors and HER2 overexpression. As a result, they do not respond to hormone therapy or HER2-targeted treatments. Their prognosis is generally
Do you suffer from shaky hands? A new treatment could offer hope
Sarah Couldwell was shocked when a customer mistook her shaking hands as a sign that she was angry
Former WWE Champion Returns To WWE After 4 Years Away From Wrestling
Former TNA World Champion Eric Young has reportedly returned to WWE as an NXT producer. Mike Johnson says he has held the role since July, while Fightful Select reports that Triple H had kept the door open for Young to return whenever he wanted.
Drone strike kills at least 21 and injures 40 in Sudan’s Nyala
A resident says the attack took place on Monday evening at a market in the north of Nyala city in the Darfur region.
The secret strategy behind Whoop’s $10.1 billion valuation
When former Harvard squash cocaptain Will Ahmed developed the idea for wearable company Whoop in the early 2010s, he was focused on helping serious athletes like himself optimize their performance. The wristband he designed tracks activity, sleep, and recovery. But in August, the Whoop founder and CEO turned his attention to a very different audience: Medicare recipients. The Whoop Connected Care offering—which includes a Whoop membership, a Whoop device, and a third-party blood pressure moni
'A way to escape': Fan excitement as new ACOTAR book hits shelves
About 40 fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses series celebrated at a "lock-in" event in Carrickfergus.
Cohere says Alibaba’s Qwen model tried to send a file to Beijing
An AI model said it wouldn’t use any tools, then tried to send something to a server in Beijing anyway, and while researchers say it’s probably a training quirk and not espionage, the whole thing has people asking how much to trust free Chinese AI.
What sorcery is this? Telstra actually has some excellent NBN deals
And you can even find some cheap introductory costs with its Belong sub-brand
Hybrid-electric aircraft makes aviation first with 150-foot landing
Electra wants to transform regional air travel with an aircraft that can use compact landing sites, including heliports and small fields.
‘Looney Tunes’ Actor Eric Bauza’s Cause of Death, Explained
The actor, who voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and more “Looney Tunes” characters, died at the age of 46.
Cardoso: 'You could feel the pressure on some players' | The Citizen
"That's not an excuse because we should have won the match with the players we had on the pitch," Cardoso said.
UK prosecutors charge two after RAF Fairford incident
This is a breaking news story.
These tiny trackers were designed to be light enough for a butterfly
Researchers track animal movements through tags on their limbs, wings, and shells, but how do you track a creature that weighs less than a gram? To build a device tiny and light enough for a monarch butterfly, designers had to make the smallest wildlife tracking device on the planet. A tiny transmitter for butterflies designed by the New Jersey-based Cellular Tracking Technologies (CTT) is called the BlūMorpho. It’s just three-and-a-half centimeters (1.4 inches) long, weighs about as m
Jimmy Kimmel Tries to Master the Gesture Trump Pulled While Ogling Nicki Minaj: ‘I’m Grossing Myself Out’
Jimmy Kimmel mocked Donald Trump’s lewd gesture after the president shouted out Nicki Minaj’s behind, attempting to recreate the viral moment.