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Spotify’s current AI bet is about being the music service that agents choose
Spotify co-CEO Gustav Söderström explains why the rise of AI agents could be good news for the music service.
UN says we're going to blow past 1.5º warming, offers a "now what?" answer
In 2015, all but two countries agreed to make an effort to keep global temperatures from reaching 1.5° C above pre-industrial readings. Since then, most of the world has largely treated what they signed on to as aspirational, and one of the largest emitters (the US) has alternately withdrawn and recommitted to the agreement.
All tropical coral reefs could collapse within 50 years | New Scientist
Shallow-water coral reefs are at high risk of disappearing by 2075, the IUCN has warned at a UN biodiversity conference. The loss would decimate fisheries and speed up coastal erosion
First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.
These 7 stretch run storylines will define the second half of the 2026 season
From Ohio State's backup QB situation to Texas' offensive crisis, these seven situations are set to dominate the college football landscape over the next seven weeks
Italy and Spain lift border controls after months of tension over Ceuta
More than 70,000 people entered Ceuta irregularly from Morocco, triggering border security concerns in the EU bloc.
American Express and Airbnb just announced a major partnership. Here’s what changes for cardholders
For years, American Express has offered cardholders the chance to book stays at some of the world’s most exclusive luxury hotels through American Express Travel. Starting today, Amex is expanding that program to include a new type of stay: Airbnb. The credit card company announced a partnership with Airbnb on Thursday that will bring more than 1 million Airbnb listings to Amex Travel. The deal means eligible U.S. cardholders can now book Airbnb properties directly through the American E
Egyptian Screenwriter Mariam Naoum on the Struggle for Arab Series to Find Buyers: ‘We’re Suffocating Inside’
Mariam Naoum leads CineGouna Series, El Gouna’s new development lab bridging emerging TV writers with producers, platforms and buyers.
'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
Spotify forecasts fourth-quarter profit above estimates on AI bets
Oct 22 (Reuters) - Spotify forecast fourth-quarter profit above Wall Street estimates on Thursday, as the Swedish music streaming company bets on its AI-powered features to drive user growth in the crucial holiday season.
2,000 MW underground nuclear reactors eyed for former US munitions site
Deep Fission is ditching surface containment domes to place nuclear reactors one mile underground for cheaper, safer energy.
A GOP congressman voted to cut Medicaid. It covers 62% of his district. Can he win?
Republican U.S. Rep. David Valadao is fighting for reelection in central California. 6 in 10 residents of his district are covered by Medicaid, which he voted to cut last year.
Fantasy football rankings Week 7: Dave Richard's tough start/sit calls put Patrick Mahomes on thin ice
Patrick Mahomes faces a tough test against Seattle, while Braelon Allen and Woody Marks offer upside in Dave Richard's Week 7 rankings
Real Madrid’s complaint over La Liga chief’s Nazi slant sent to tribunal
La Liga chief Javier Tebas compared Real Madrid's communication to Nazi propaganda and now faces a tribunal in Spain.
The Latest: Many states deciding control of the Senate are seeing a big boost in early voting
Voter turnout is soaring compared with the last midterm election in many of the states that are expected to decide control of the U.S. Senate, according to an Associated Press analysis of early voting two weeks before Election Day.
Recluse Rob Kardashian makes very rare public appearance for sibling's birthday
Rarely-seen Rob Kardashian has been seen with his siblings to mark sister Kim Kardashian's birthday, with the family enjoying a night out at Baldi at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Palantir says it cannot shut off NATO AI system as Europeans fear US tech dependence
BRUSSELS, Oct 22 (Reuters) - US software company Palantir sought to reassure Europeans that its military AI system used by NATO has no "kill switch", after disruptions to Ukraine's Starlink services heightened concerns about reliance on US tech firms.
Forget "Malaise 2.0," GM says it's still all-in on EVs and autonomy
GM provided flights from Detroit to New York and accommodation so Ars could attend the GM Future event. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. It’s easy to criticize US automakers and their tepid approach to electric vehicles under the current administration and the expiration of the EV tax credit. It’s also easy to look at the rest of the world's embrace of EVs and wonder if the US is entering a “Malaise 2.0” era.
Living With a Rare Lung Disease Changed My Life in Ways I Never Expected
An idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) diagnosis upended one man’s retirement plans—but it also fueled his sense of purpose.
5 simple ways to relieve the aches and pains of sitting at a desk all day
Sitting at a desk all day hurts. And it isn't good for us. Strategies to make it a little more comfortable, from eye muscle exercises to alleviate eye strain to a back pain-fighting body movement.
NBA DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy basketball picks for Thursday, Oct. 22 include Jalen Williams
SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal NBA DFS lineup advice for Thurssday
Netanyahu promises Iran regime change: Can Israel topple Tehran government?
Israel can inflict devastating damage on Iran, but analysts question its ability to overthrow Tehran’s government.
Millions of hacking attempts as companies, governments rush to patch PHP flaws
Several Asian governments have ordered cybersecurity inspections related to the vulnerabilities Read more at The Business Times.
Late Queen's famous crown to go on display in major royal jewellery exhibition
The unprecedented display will see more than 300 spectacular pieces of jewellery go on show - many for the first time - in a brand new exhibition at Buckingham Palace
UN suggests Meta 'disproportionately' curbed Lula posts
United Nations experts said Meta Platforms Inc "disproportionately curtailed" accounts linked to one side of Brazil's presidential race.
333 Tor exit nodes hijacked to intercept SSH traffic and retrieve plaintext email
Unknown hackers hijacked more than 300 Tor exit nodes and reconfigured them to favor unencrypted email traffic and redirect SSH connections through servers they controlled, a researcher reported Tuesday. The hijacking began in late August, when, according to Tor volunteers, the attacker used a valid password that had been reused to gain access to a Tor management server.
In 2022, researchers began monitoring oyster habitat restoration beneath China's Bohai Bay; by 2026, artificial reefs held 286 oysters per square metre and suspended particles were about 62% lower - The Times of India
Four years after researchers began studying the restoration of oyster reefs in China's Bohai Bay, the newly created habitats are showing signs of recovery.
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs change how people eat, but nausea needs closer study
Nausea can affect how much people eat, but studies rarely examine its contribution to appetite changes during weight-loss treatment.
Should Vikings trade for Justin Herbert? Making the case for and against potential blockbuster deal
Minnesota has a championship-level defense, but the offense could use a spark
Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four, including a young girl
Four Palestinians killed as Israeli military expands control across Gaza, displacing millions and destroying homes.
Why you should worry less about big data centers and more about big data
Welcome to AI Decoded, Fast Company‘s weekly newsletter that breaks down the most important news in the world of AI. I’m Mark Sullivan, a senior writer at Fast Company, covering emerging tech, AI, and tech policy. Sign up to receive this newsletter every week via email here. And if you have comments on this issue and/or ideas for future ones, drop me a line at sullivan@fastcompany.com, and follow me on X @thesullivan. Google’s Spirit Airlines deal could be just the start Whi
Legendary video game studio BioWare closed after 31 years
The influential studio that made Mass Effect and Dragon Age announces it is closing its doors.
DeepSeek reportedly raises $15B days after US restrictions
DeepSeek has reportedly raised $15 billion in one of China's largest funding rounds, just days after the US ordered federal agencies to remove its technology over national security concerns.
Meta has strong chance of getting $25 billion New Mexico penalty slashed on appeal, experts say
Oct 22 (Reuters) - Meta Platforms has a strong basis for arguing that the $25 billion penalty New Mexico secured this week in a case stemming from allegations the firm mishandled user data should be reduced on appeal, legal experts said.
Transportation Archives - Interesting Engineering
Find the latest transportation news from Interesting Engineering. Our transportation articles showcase the latest EV news, transportation technology, as well as innovations in the transport fields. From military transport technologies to everyday transportation technologies.
Dignity Health nurse navigator, breast cancer survivor shares advice - KCRA
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Pick Six: Patriots-Bears predictions for Thursday night, plus NFL Week 7 picks and possible upsets
Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Oct. 22
South Africa crush Australia by an innings to level cricket Test series
South Africa storm back to crush Australia by an innings in the second Test and level the series 1-1 with one to play.
These adaptable coats switch up your winter wardrobe with one purchase
There’s a chill in the air and you’re likely taking your coats out of storage. If it turns out you need something new this year, you’re in luck. There’s a trend sweeping over the outwear industry: Designers aren’t just interested in warmth or silhouettes. They’re interested in transformation. They’re making coats, jackets and parkas have parts that come off, flip around, or snap into place. Most of us wear one coat for months. Over the course of t
BioWare's cancelled Mass Effect game would've learned from Baldur's Gate 3 and The Witcher to deliver "a level of autonomy and choice that no other game has"
We'll never get to play BioWare's cancelled Mass Effect game, and it's all the more frustrating considering how ambitious it sounded.
Uber puts all 30,000 employees on ChatGPT Work
The ride share giant previously deployed a much smaller pilot for ChatGPT Work, but is now taking the enterprise agent company-wide.
Russia-linked hackers used decentralised network in Ukraine cyberattack, ESET says
Oct 22 (Reuters) - Russia-linked hackers used a decentralised volunteer-run network to conceal communications during an attack on a Ukrainian grain logistics company, marking the first documented case of a state-linked group using the network this way, ESET researchers said.
6.6 GW nuclear power campus proposed in US state with six reactors
The Nuclear Company proposed up to six AP1000 reactors in Kentucky, with 6.6 GW of capacity and a targeted construction start in 2028.
Dehydration, UTIs and cognitive health: Getting enough to drink is complicated for people with brain disorders
Drinking is partly a brain-regulated behaviour: the brain detects changes in the body’s fluid balance, generates thirst and helps translate that signal into seeking and drinking water.
East Carolina vs. Memphis odds, prediction: Week 8 college football Thursday picks by proven model
SportsLine's model has locked in its best bets for Thursday's college football matchup between East Carolina and Memphis
Rising costs and tight budgets strain Americans ahead of midterm elections
Rising costs leave US workers juggling multiple jobs as financial security becomes increasingly elusive.
You Missed Cyberpunk 2077’s V In ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ Season 2
'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' season 2 mostly avoids 'Cyberpunk 2077' at all, but there is one clear reference to V you probably missed.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor break the internet again as they hug at an event, netizens can't get over this 'Jab We Met' reunion: 'They should do a movie together'
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shahid Kapoor remain one of the most iconic on-screen pairs in Hindi cinema, thanks to 'Jab We Met'. But seeing them together now is also special for fans due to the fact that they were in a relationship at one point of time.
Claude Duet app is Anthropic’s bet on agents
Claude Duet is available through waitlist for Pro and Max plan users.
XTEINK X3 vs X4 Classic vs X4 Pro: Which One Fits Your Reading Habits?
Most people read on their phones during short breaks in the day, but staying focused is not always easy. Messages, notifications, and social media apps
Judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion to New Mexico in Cambridge Analytica case
A New Mexico judge ruled Wednesday that Meta must pay $25 billion to the state after a jury found last month that the social media giant had deceived users in a case related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal, according to media reports.
High health costs squeeze workers, even if you have good insurance through a job
About 157 million Americans get their health insurance through work. A survey of employers shows a moderate price uptick this year, but workers still say health costs are a top concern.
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton moved to tears following first game back from Achilles tear
Haliburton played in his first non-preseason game since Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals
Carney, Erdogan launch ‘strong and resilient’ Canada-Turkiye partnership
On trade, investment and innovation, leaders will work toward conclusion of a Canada-Turkiye Free Trade Agreement.
Apple’s folding phone arrives in stores soon. See these dos and dont’s first
Apple’s first folding phone arrives in stores on Friday, bringing the advantages of a flexible display to iPhone loyalists. Such devices also have their own unique care and protection considerations.Folding screen phones have their upsides. Owners can have a pocket-size device that expands into a bigger seamless screen and can also act as its own stand or tripod. But the technology also requires a bit more attention than a traditional smartphone.Many users have reported shipping dates for
Russell Brand accuser said alleged rape 'really hurt', court hears
The friend of a woman claiming to have been raped by Russell Brand says she said he was "quite aggressive".
Nirva raises $33M for a pendant that only listens to you
Nirva will ship its $249 ambient AI pendant by the end of the year.
MCP tool definitions and how they change
Monthly snapshots of a public transparency log of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers: every remote server in the official MCP registry and every npm/PyPI MCP package HISTOR observes, the exact tool definitions each one served, every recorded change field by field, WARDEN pattern scans and advisory
Two named storms in two days as Austen and Boelo target UK
The Met Office have named a new storm, Boelo, which is set to bring another round of stormy weather to the UK over the weekend.
Health insurance premiums jump 9%, and more Americans don’t have access to coverage
Working-age U.S. adults without health insurance rose in 2026. Half of all uninsured people did not seek needed care because of cost concerns, according to a new survey.
Which college football coach will be fired next? The Power Four's hottest seats by tier
Massive buyouts and soaring roster payrolls have slowed the coaching carousel, but Dave Aranda and Mike Norvell headline a complicated list of names on the hot seat
16-year-old Malaysian student attacks his teacher with axe
A 16-year-old Malaysian student attacked his teacher and fellow school pupils with an axe.
How Google, Amazon, and Meta are trying to win over communities pushing back against data centers
With host communities across the U.S. turning against their gargantuan data centers, America’s technology giants are promising to take fewer taxpayer handouts, keep fewer secrets or shower more money onto the communities willing to allow the server warehouses.The new raft of promises from the world’s richest companies comes as anti-data center sentiment has become a potent issue in the midterm elections, with control of Congress and 36 governors’ offices on the line.Despite bac
Netflix’s Taken Trailer Shines Light on What Happened to Natalee Holloway
Netflix’s latest trailer for Taken: Natalee Holloway revisits the case surrounding the teenager's disappearance.