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US-based Swarmer bets up to US$224M on Ukrainian combat robot maker Ratel
Autonomous software company Swarmer, based in Austin, Texas, has agreed to acquire Ukrainian unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) maker Ratel Robotics in a deal worth up to US$224 million. The acquisition aims to combine frontline battlefield experience with AI coordination software to build a platform tha
We Benchmarked the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, and the Year-Over-Year Gains Are Real
After Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 today, we had the chance to sit through a benchmarking session
Newly Discovered Fire Amoeba Survives in Water at 158 Degrees Fahrenheit, Breaking Previous Records
Learn more about the fire amoeba, a newly discovered eukaryote that can survive in extreme temps.
Man complained of lack of care for diabetes before death in ICE custody: Family
A 36-year-old Costa Rican man whose family says he complained of not receiving proper care for his diabetes is the third detainee in less than six months to die at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Louisiana
Rangers put Joc Pederson on IL, end Cal Quantrill's season
Joc Pederson was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday because of a wrist fracture, while Cal Quantrill won't be available for the playoffs after he was transferred to the 60-day IL.
US, Iran hold mediated UNGA talks on ending war, opening Strait of Hormuz
Tehran ties diplomatic progress to lifting shipping blockades and unfreezing assets during New York negotiations.
Dolly Parton’s Estate Sues Her Nephew Alleging ‘I’m A Killer’ Threats
Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver, who served as her head of security and was the first to announce her death on Instagram, was fired by her estate last week.
‘Wonder Woman’ Director Patty Jenkins Says Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is ‘Such Chaos’: ‘The Studio System Is in Bad Shape’
Patty Jenkins says the Paramount-WB merger is such chaos while attending Chanel's Tribeca Through Her Lens luncheon on Tuesday morning.
Apple weighs its first server since the Xserve, and as always, Nvidia may hold the key
Apple is reportedly exploring an M8 Ultra AI server for 2029
New Anthropic, OpenAI models make same promise: A little more for a lot less money
OpenAI and Anthropic both recently released new models aimed at lowering costs. Anthropic announced Opus 5.5, the latest version of its main mass-market workhorse model, used for tasks like coding and other complex knowledge work. And OpenAI announced GPT-6 Sol and Luna, the latest versions of its middle-of-the-road or smaller models focused on efficiency and speed.Read full article Comments
Queasy sea monsters swam to shore to vomit, Jurassic fossils reveal
Prehistoric sea monsters weren't always quite so fierce as their reputation suggests, as scientists find that the queasy giants had to swim ashore to vomit.
For Naomi Gaines-Young, Lindsay Clancy case is the latest that 'could have been prevented'
... healthcare providers to educate their patients on postpartum mental health. ... conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and ...
Fantasy football Week 3 TE preview: Colston Loveland and Kyle Pitts are holds, not starts
Heath Cummings breaks down Week 3 TEs, including what to do with Colston Loveland and Kyle Pitts
Six-year-old sets Rubik’s Cube world record twice in three days
Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi broke the women’s Rubik’s Cube world record twice in three days, averaging under 4.5 seconds.
‘Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story’: Charlie Hunnam On Going From Killer To Victim
Charlie Hunnam talks about going from playing serial killer Ed Gein to Andrew Borden, Lizzie Borden’s father and victim, in Netflix’s ‘Monster.’
Booker Prize judges reveal shortlisted novels after selection 'tussle'
Past Booker winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart are among the nominees for this year's award.
TechCrunch Founder Summit’s agenda revealed: Unlock fundraising, hiring, and AI insights in Boston on November 4
Founders shouldn't have to learn the hardest lessons the hardest way. TechCrunch Founder Summit is designed to make the challenges of starting a company easier and the highs that much greater.
Data centres: Developers hope fibre optics will cut power use
To save power and add capacity, data centres are switching from copper wires to tech using light.
US lab develops quantum sensor for chemical and biological threats
Johns Hopkins APL researchers are developing a quantum sensor that could detect chemical and biological threats using tiny samples.
Researchers explore new uses for abortion-related drugs
For years, mifepristone and similar drugs have been used to treat uterine fibroids and endometriosis. Now researchers are exploring whether these drugs could have other uses in women’s health, including preventing some cancers. But the politics and restrictions surrounding these drugs could affect t
Shohei Ohtani expected to come off injured list Wednesday as Dodgers ramp up for postseason
The four-time MVP has been out of the lineup since Sept. 7 due to multiple injuries
Venezuelans protest interim leader Delcy Rodriguez at UN headquarters
Venezuelans protested in New York against interim President Delcy Rodriguez's participation in the UN General Assembly.
Today’s Wordle #1922: Hints, Clues And Answer For Wednesday September 23
Looking for help with today's New York Times Wordle? Here are some expert hints, clues and commentary to help you solve today's Wordle and sharpen your guessing game.
Libra Season Is Here, and These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Feel It the Most
An astrologer predicts major shifts for Libra, Aries, Gemini, and Aquarius as a full moon, Venus retrograde, and a new moon arrive.
Trump rejects global AI controls and urges US to press ahead with "superintelligence"
US President Donald Trump used his September 22 address to the United Nations General Assembly to reject international efforts to control artificial intelligence, argue that the US must maintain its lead over China, and urge officials to call the technology "superintelligence." The remarks sharpen a
Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 vs MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro Comparison
Here's a comparison between the very best processors from Qualcomm and MediaTek; Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 vs Dimensity 9600 Pro.
Is AI really getting dangerously out of control?
Grim warnings of the existential risk posed by AI are all over the news, but there is very little evidence to back them up
Are GLP-1s causing blindness? What we know about rare cases - USA Today
Doctors don't know exactly why it happens, but some health conditions may contribute to disruption of the eye's blood flow, including diabetes ...
Ballon d'Or Power Rankings: Harry Kane does enough to make case but Vitinha and Michael Olise aren't far off
Here's how the Ballon d'Or contenders rank as we near the end of September
Wall Street’s Nasdaq hits all-time high as AI frenzy gathers pace
Investors shrug off AI safety concerns and Iran war, sending market to a new peak.
Carbon Trade eXchange Launches CTX Corporate One for Institutional-Scale, High-Quality Carbon Credits
/PRNewswire/ -- Corporate One is built for large international project developers and corporate offtake brokers on the sell side, and institutional traders,...
Ella Langley says 'Choosin' Texas' success is 'changing my life' after her song breaks Mariah Carey's record
Ella Langley celebrated a career-defining milestone after “Choosin’ Texas" spent its 23rd week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
“We’re already fighting yesterday’s battle”: Greece’s prime minister gets candid about AI
Most leaders on a trade mission stick to the pitch, but when I interviewed Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis this week, he also admitted that no government is ready for what AI is about to do.
Woman's brain worm infection confirmed after eggs grow tails in lab test
Out of nowhere, a woman's right arm and leg started shaking uncontrollably. In the moments leading up to the experience, she seemed well; she had no headache, confusion, or weakness. But for about a minute, half of her body juddered. The woman, a rice farmer in the Philippines, headed to the emergency department. There, doctors gave her a physical exam and found nothing out of the ordinary. Then they took a look at her brain. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a bright cluster of nodules surrounded by fluid in her left frontal lobe.
Curiosity Blog, Sols 5010-5015: Checking out the Bands - NASA Science
Catherine O’Connell-Cooper, APXS Strategic Planner and Payload Uplink/Downlink Lead, University New Brunswick, NB, Canada
Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery
A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.
Brittney Griner’s Split With Cherelle Griner Turns Explosive As Estranged Wife Seeks Child Support In Divorce Battle
After eight years of marriage, Connecticut Sun star Brittney Griner filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, in July.
Sri Lanka convicts 15 people over 2019 Easter Day bombings
Fifteen people have been convicted over Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter Sunday bombings, which killed 279 people.
10 Reasons Why Apollo’s $2.6 Billion Investment In The Yankees Is Significant
When the deal closes, the $2.6 billion investment by Apollo Global Management in the Yankees will mark a significant moment for the club and MLB. Here's 10 reasons why.
A Deadly Mosquito-Borne Virus Is Surging in Florida. Here's What to Know.
Florida has recorded 152 locally acquired dengue cases in 2026 and confirmed a death as health officials work to contain the outbreak.
Meta’s Muse Logomark, Designed by Jessica Hische
Bill McCool, writing at Dieline: This past Wednesday, lettering artist, designer, and author Jessica Hische took to Threads to announce that she had worked alongside Meta’s team to create the icon and logotype for their agentic AI, Muse. Acknowledging that people would be “mad because it’s AI and
It's OK if managers step in to help their sales staff—but not too much
Workers in sales might roll their eyes when they deal with a micromanaging boss. But many customers actually appreciate it if a store manager offers to help when they're mulling over a purchase, whether it's a dishwasher, a tablet or a lawn mower.
El Niño heat could kill half a million people by February
A villager collects water from a creek in West Java, Indonesia, where El Niño is fuelling a droughtMAST IRHAM/EPA/Shutterstock Around 450,000 people worldwide could die by February as a result of hotter weather caused by the record-breaking El Niño, climate scientists are warning. The estimate is based on how many deaths have resulted from past temperature extremes around the world. “We’re hoping this information is actionable, that decisions can be made to move resources ahead of time,” says Emily Grover-Kopec at the Rhodium Group.
Dystonia: Neurological Disorder Often Mistaken for Stress or Anxiety - Baptist Health
For some people, the underlying problem causing involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal movements or postures is dystonia, a neurological ...
PrizePicks promo code and app review: Play $5, Get $50
Here's a look at the latest PrizePicks promo code and review of the app
UK Prime Minister vows not to ‘stand by’ as Palestinians suffer
UK PM Burnham condemned Israel’s war on Gaza, and explains why the UK sanctioned illegal Israeli settlements.
Caliway Announces Positive Phase 2 Results of CBL-514 in Dercum's Disease, Achieving Primary Endpoint with Statistically Significant and Sustained Pain Reduction
/PRNewswire/ -- Caliway Biopharmaceuticals (TWSE: 6919) on September 21 announced final statistical results from its randomized, single-blind,...
Impact Fund for Global South Creators Launches at Toronto With Focus on Distribution and Audiences (EXCLUSIVE)
Product of Culture's new impact fund pairs philanthropic money with distribution and marketing support for Global South storytellers.
‘A phone is unique to you, it’s not going anywhere’: Qualcomm CEO’s big bet on Agentic AI as company unveils new mobile chips
Qualcomm announced its latest Android phone chipsets called Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6
Microsoft disrupts AI-assisted platform that compromised 12,000 accounts
Microsoft said Tuesday that it led an industry-wide disruption of a subscription-based scam platform that used an AI chatbot to compromise 12,000 Microsoft accounts over a few-month span. Named EvilTokens, the platform was introduced over a Telegram channel in February and charged an initial $1,500 fee and a recurring $500 charge each month after that. EvilTokens provided a single service for streamlining most steps required to compromise email accounts in large numbers.
Parents say they don't know much about e-bikes, poll finds
Zipping, zooming electric bikes have become a fixture on the streets and sidewalks of America's neighborhoods, but most parents say they don't know much about them, a new survey says.
Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers
Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students.
Cop aims Taser at WNBA ace Paige Bueckers in tense bodycam footage
Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale was arrested outside a trendy Miami nightclub and later charged with battery after allegedly punching a security guard.
Canada pledges aid for Palestine as UK and France demand action at UNGA
France's Macron says suffering in Gaza should 'shame all of us' as Canada's Carney pledges $71m for two-state efforts.
NYT Pips Answers And Walkthrough For Wednesday, September 23
Looking for help with today's New York Times Pips? We'll walk you through today's puzzle and help you match dominoes to tiles.
New Black Panther Star David Jonsson Shares Look at Intense Training
David Jonsson shared a glimpse at his fitness routine months after he was announced as the new Black Panther in the franchise's third installment, which is set to hit theaters on Dec. 15, 2028.
University programmes are disappearing as new AI-focused courses emerge
Translation, photography and design face major changes as Chinese universities redirect students toward AI, robotics and semiconductor careers
Cities across US oppose Trump FCC plan to preempt local broadband rules
Cities and counties around the US are angry at the Trump administration over a proposal to override local rules that govern the deployment of wired broadband networks. The Federal Communications Commission has been taking public comments on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes to preempt state and local permitting rules.
Revealed: The sexiest male voices, according to women
New research has revealed a 'sweet spot' when it comes to the vocal pitch that women find sexy.
Doctors Explain Cataract Causes and Treatment Options - Prevention
That said, the Mayo Clinic notes that healthcare professionals think that getting regular eye exams, avoiding smoking, managing other health problems, ...
Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. day-to-day after fouling ball off leg
Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. left Atlanta's game against Cincinnati in the third inning after fouling a ball off his left leg Tuesday night. X-rays were negative and Acuña was listed as day-to-day with a bruise.
Cooperation is the goal at the UNGA, but is it possible?
Debate opened at the UN General Assembly and leaders from across the world made their arguments.
Consumer Sentiment Rebounds on Stronger Income Expectations
South Korean consumer sentiment rebounded in September after weakening the previous month. The stabilization of the stock market and growing expectations for i
Earl Spencer should pull Diana book from shelves, Piers Morgan says
Princess Diana's brother apologised to Morgan for a factual error in his memoir. Morgan said he is "pursuing legal action" against Spencer.