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What a day in customer service looks like — as AI changes everything
AI

What a day in customer service looks like — as AI changes everything

Customer service can be a "really, really difficult job." Will AI make it easier — or cause even more headaches?

Technology

Study maps the human side of flood risk

When heavy rain hits a city, knowing where water will accumulate is only part of the picture. Who lives in the affected buildings? How might flooding disrupt their lives? And where could additional support make the greatest difference?

Turing's legacy honoured 100 years on from school - AOL
Science

Turing's legacy honoured 100 years on from school - AOL

Sherborne school is sharing the father of modern computing's story with future generations.

Health

Northern Nevada Public Health reports first flu-related death of the season - KTVN

The person was a man in his 80s who was hospitalized and had underlying health conditions.

Boychuk lifts Roses to NSL's Supporters' Shield with late goal in 1-0 win over Rapid | CBC Sports
Sports

Boychuk lifts Roses to NSL's Supporters' Shield with late goal in 1-0 win over Rapid | CBC Sports

The Montreal Roses got a goal in the 81st minute from Tanya Boychuk and a shutout performance from goalkeeper Gabrielle Lambert to clinch first place in the Northern Super League with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Ottawa Rapid.

World

Ilhan Omar votes as Trump renews attacks amid federal probe

US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has cast her ballot ahead of the US midterms.

Air India Thanks Tamil Nadu CM Vijay After State Cuts VAT On Aviation Fuel
Business

Air India Thanks Tamil Nadu CM Vijay After State Cuts VAT On Aviation Fuel

Air India has thanked Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for slashing Value Added Tax on Aviation Turbine Fuel from 29 per cent to 16, as it will help reduce operating costs and improve air connectivity within the state.

Aldi and Lidl shoppers told not to visit stores on two days next week
Culture

Aldi and Lidl shoppers told not to visit stores on two days next week

Cheap prices and a huge variety of products has seen both budget supermarkets become firm favourites in the UK

Moonshot AI launches new flagship Kim K3.1 Pro model with 3T parameters - SiliconANGLE
AI

Moonshot AI launches new flagship Kim K3.1 Pro model with 3T parameters - SiliconANGLE

Moonshot AI launches new flagship Kim K3.1 Pro model with 3T parameters - SiliconANGLE

Best Smartphones with LTPO AMOLED Display in India
Technology

Best Smartphones with LTPO AMOLED Display in India

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that refreshes at up to 120Hz.

Here's the AI Chip Stock That Hedge Funds Are Loading Up On | The Motley Fool
Science

Here's the AI Chip Stock That Hedge Funds Are Loading Up On | The Motley Fool

Just a few months ago, they were shorting it.

Kenya announces 2nd Ebola death, a close relative of the first patient
Health

Kenya announces 2nd Ebola death, a close relative of the first patient

NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya's Health Ministry announced the country's second Ebola death Friday (Oct 23), saying a 65-year-old woman who was a close relative of the first patient died after developing symptoms while in quarantine.The woman began showing symptoms 10 days ago and began receiving supportive

Mark Walter reportedly looking to sell WNBA's Sparks next after Lakers, Chelsea FC sales
Sports

Mark Walter reportedly looking to sell WNBA's Sparks next after Lakers, Chelsea FC sales

Walter has been shedding assets amid an FBI and SEC investigation into his wealth management firm

World

Ethiopian PM’s advisor: Tigrayan forces and others hinder stability

Advisor to Ethiopia’s Prime Minister stated that Tigrayan forces and regional actors are hindering regional stability.

Consuming political news can hurt your job performance
Business

Consuming political news can hurt your job performance

With the midterm elections around the corner, political anxiety is in season—and productivity could pay the price. A new study from researchers at Texas A&M University shows that consuming political news and social media outside of work affects employees’ emotional states and workplace behavior, even if they aren’t discussing politics at the water cooler. Researchers tracked more than 300 workers over nine weeks during the 2024 presidential primary season, asking them to report how oft

Strictly's new presenters - after frosty reviews have they warmed up?
Culture

Strictly's new presenters - after frosty reviews have they warmed up?

Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe have split opinion but are getting into the groove, critics say.

How Anthropic’s Proactive AI Agent Claude Duet Works
AI

How Anthropic’s Proactive AI Agent Claude Duet Works

Claude Duet is designed to work across connected apps, keep track of ongoing tasks, and ask for approval before taking consequential actions.

Technology

CVE-2026-115929 | MongoDB Compass up to 1.53.0 Root Certificate Store certificate validation

A vulnerability was found in MongoDB Compass up to 1.53.0. It has been declared as problematic. This affects an unknown part of the component Root Certificate Store. The manipulation results in improper certificate validation. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2026-115929. The attack may be la

Science

Retracted: Study of ivermectin and mebendazole for cancer removed by publisher

The story of a research publication that met an abrupt, but just end. The post Retracted: Study of ivermectin and mebendazole for cancer removed by publisher first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

The research behind the care Utahns trust - @theU
Health

The research behind the care Utahns trust - @theU

Trust in a health care system may begin with a provider who listens or with a reputation built over time.

Mumbai Indians Appoint New Head Coach Days After Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down
Sports

Mumbai Indians Appoint New Head Coach Days After Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down

Kieron Pollard has been promoted to the position of head coach for Mumbai Indians after serving as the batting coach of the side.

World

Brazil’s Lula and Bolsonaro debate policy proposals before run-off

Polls indicate Brazil's presidential candidates are neck and neck before Sunday's voting.

Choi has strong start at LPGA South Korea to move into a tie for 2nd place
Business

Choi has strong start at LPGA South Korea to move into a tie for 2nd place

HAENAM, South Korea (AP) — Hye-Jin Choi had an eagle and seven birdies on her first 11 holes Saturday on a rain-soaked Pine Beach Golf Links to shoot a 6-under 66 and move into tie for second place after three rounds of the LPGA South Korea tournament.

The artist dropping her debut album after a billion streams
Culture

The artist dropping her debut album after a billion streams

Irish DJ Jazzy came up on the Dublin club scene and has worked with industry heavyweights like Calvin Harris.

Insta360 Mic Officially Launched With E-Ink Display, Expandable Storage - Lowyat.NET
AI

Insta360 Mic Officially Launched With E-Ink Display, Expandable Storage - Lowyat.NET

The Insta360 Mic has officially debuted as the brand's latest wireless microphone. It comes with an e-ink display and a microSD card slot.

Technology

Nuclear power could more than triple by 2060, UN agency says

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The head of the U.N. nuclear agency said Friday that he expects the use of nuclear power could more than triple by 2060. Rafael Grossi said in the International Atomic Energy Agency’s annual report to the U.N. General Assembly that this will be driven by electrification, data c

OpenAI takes frontier training offline after agents breach safeguards
Science

OpenAI takes frontier training offline after agents breach safeguards

OpenAI plans to keep frontier model training offline after an internal research model exploited a DNS misconfiguration to reach the internet.

Health

Active Managerial Control Awards Fall 2026 Winners

Fairfax County, Virginia - Active Managerial Control is a tool used by food service managers to actively lead food workers in safe food handling practices that reduce the occurrence of foodborne illness risk factors. Let's meet fall 2026 winners.

"This organization has helped form me as a person and a player" - Jonathan Aranda reflects on his 11-year journey with the Rays
Sports

"This organization has helped form me as a person and a player" - Jonathan Aranda reflects on his 11-year journey with the Rays

The first hit of the 2026 World Series belonged to Jonathan Aranda.

World

France braces for another day of mass protests as security on high alert

Several planned marches in major cities in France have been banned by authorities, provoking an uproar by rights groups.

Money and fear: The financial lessons from iconic horror villains Ghostface, Samara, and Candyman
Business

Money and fear: The financial lessons from iconic horror villains Ghostface, Samara, and Candyman

I was a card-carrying scaredy-cat through my childhood and early teen years, but the release of Wes Craven’s 1996 film Scream single-handedly turned me from nervous Nellie to horror aficionado overnight. Watching Neve Campbell’s Sidney Prescott fight back against Ghostface helped me understand the delights of feeling deliciously scared. But watching horror films does more than just raise your heart rate. Scary movies reveal and reflect the cultural fears we collectively grapple with, making e

Bigg Boss 20: Rohit Shetty Grills ScoutOP, Love Gill Over Blanket Massage; Internet Is Impressed | Watch
Culture

Bigg Boss 20: Rohit Shetty Grills ScoutOP, Love Gill Over Blanket Massage; Internet Is Impressed | Watch

In a new Bigg Boss 20 promo released, Rohit Shetty is seen confronting contestants ScoutOP and Lovepreet Kaur Gill over their physical closeness inside the house.

UK government sets out $800 million of AI security funding
AI

UK government sets out $800 million of AI security funding

LONDON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Britain's government set out around £600 million ($800 million)of funding on Saturday largely geared towards defending against health and security threats from artificial intelligence.

Technology

CVE-2026-115981 phpIPAM index.php cross site scripting

A security vulnerability has been detected in phpIPAM up to 1.8.3. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2026-115981.

APOD: 2026 October 24 – Rosetta’s Selfie
Science

APOD: 2026 October 24 – Rosetta’s Selfie

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 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. Rosetta’s Selfie Explanation: This Rosetta spacecraft selfie was snapped on October 7th, 2014.

Doctor explains 'repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in'
Health

Doctor explains 'repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in'

You might think you're 'catching up' on sleep with a weekend lie-in, but a sleep expert says it's not that easy

Rust? What rust? Brewers open World Series refreshed and ready thanks to all that winning
Sports

Rust? What rust? Brewers open World Series refreshed and ready thanks to all that winning

The Brewers have now played nine games in the last 26 days and they've won eight of them

World

Why is Israel launching a new military operation in the occupied West Bank?

Netanyahu says 'we will destroy this place' as Israeli forces begin days-long operation with raids and demolitions.

What’s keeping you stuck isn’t the real problem
Business

What’s keeping you stuck isn’t the real problem

Below, Seth Godin shares five key insights from his new book, The Knot: Problems Can Be Solved. Seth is a best-selling author, an entrepreneur, and one of the world’s most influential thinkers on marketing, leadership, and creativity. He has written more than 20 books, including The Dip, Purple Cow, and This Is Marketing, and has published thousands of posts on his widely read daily blog. What’s the Big Idea? We often stay stuck because we confuse situations we must accept with pro

Chuck Liddell Sounds Off On Arman, Dillon Danis Brawl, Calls For Punishment
Culture

Chuck Liddell Sounds Off On Arman, Dillon Danis Brawl, Calls For Punishment

Chuck Liddell's seen enough of fighters throwing punches at the podium ... The Iceman tells TMZ Sports it's time for the athletes to grow the hell up!

BBC Radio 4 - More or Less, Terence Tao: Maths ‘the canary in the coal mine’ on AI
AI

BBC Radio 4 - More or Less, Terence Tao: Maths ‘the canary in the coal mine’ on AI

Mathematician Terence Tao on the value of academic maths and the threat it faces from AI

CVE-2026-115982 phpIPAM Rack Link Creation show-rack-popup.php create_rack_link cross site scripting
Technology

CVE-2026-115982 phpIPAM Rack Link Creation show-rack-popup.php create_rack_link cross site scripting

A vulnerability was detected in phpIPAM up to 1.8.3. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2026-115982.

Tesla's flying Roadster gets fighter jet graphics, thruster data
Science

Tesla's flying Roadster gets fighter jet graphics, thruster data

Tesla's second-generation Roadster gets a cockpit interface with adjustable wings, thruster controls, lap data and a dedicated track mode.

Myanmar's detained leader Suu Kyi traded health concerns with her son in their first call in 5 years
Health

Myanmar's detained leader Suu Kyi traded health concerns with her son in their first call in 5 years

Aung San Suu Kyi's son said that they spoke about health concerns when he spoke with the detained former leader of Myanmar by phone for the first time in five years.

Tottenham XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup and confirmed team news
Sports

Tottenham XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup and confirmed team news

Spurs handed major fitness boost for key London derby showdown

World

Chicago Bulls storm back from early deficit to beat Milwaukee Bucks in NBA

Jayson Tatum puts up 36 as Boston Celtics send NY Knicks to second straight loss and Lakers surge past Clippers.

Pakistan Cricket Board Could Soon Launch PSL Sixes Tournament, A Six-Overs-A-Side Franchise League
Business

Pakistan Cricket Board Could Soon Launch PSL Sixes Tournament, A Six-Overs-A-Side Franchise League

Speaking to Wasim Akram on a podcast, PSL chief executive Salman Naseer confirmed that the proposed 'PSL Sixes' tournament will replicate the thrilling, fast-paced format popularised by the Hong Kong Sixes, which Pakistan has won a six times, including the 2025 edition.

Stars and Scars -- You Be the Judge
Culture

Stars and Scars -- You Be the Judge

President Trump goes to bat for Vivek Ramaswamy's outrageous political ad, and calls out Lebron James for dissing the National Anthem. Plus, Christina Applegate's shocking MS revelation and Diddy's new prison life. So, we gotta ask ...

Why the Google Pixel 10 is worth buying now: Amazon hits a new all-time low
AI

Why the Google Pixel 10 is worth buying now: Amazon hits a new all-time low

Google’s Pixel 10 is down to £499 on Amazon, undercutting its Prime Day price with excellent cameras, Qi2 magnetic charging and seven years of updates

NASA updates lander plans for Moon landings, finally solves long-festering Orion issue
Technology

NASA updates lander plans for Moon landings, finally solves long-festering Orion issue

During a lengthy news conference on Friday, NASA provided a detailed overview of how it plans to return astronauts to the lunar surface as soon as 2028 as part of its Artemis Program. Although much of the information behind these plans has been previously reported at Ars Technica and elsewhere, this marked the first time NASA has laid them out in detail and acknowledged some substantial changes in the architecture. Most notably, for SpaceX's Starship vehicle, the revised plan calls for the Orion spacecraft to dock with the Starship lunar lander in high-Earth orbit before transiting to the Moon

Science

Once-daily oral icotrokinra outperforms placebo in ulcerative colitis

For patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis, oral icotrokinra, a peptide that blocks the interleukin-23 receptor, yields a clinical response at week 12 significantly more often than placebo, according to a study published in the Oct. 15 issue of the New England Journal of Medi

Health

First influenza-related death of 2026-27 season reported in Idaho

Those at higher risk include people with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, young children and anyone 65 or older. Symptoms of the flu ...

Fiji claim record win with thumping World Cup thrashing
Sports

Fiji claim record win with thumping World Cup thrashing

The game was played in sapping conditions but that couldn’t stop the rampant visitors.

World

Bolivian teachers strike over wages and education reform

Bolivian teachers strike over wages and education reform

Stop building digital employees. Start building intelligent companies
Business

Stop building digital employees. Start building intelligent companies

The more news we read about the evolution of corporate AI offerings and implementations, the more I struggle with one thing: The industry is rapidly turning AI agents into some sort of simulated employees.  There seems to be a rush to build the org chart in silicon: Microsoft gives agents identities, sponsors, access rights, and employment-like lifecycle management, and it explicitly governs them in a similar way as human identities. Salesforce even describes agents as “digital workers,”

Fact Check: Did Mexico town in NY change its name to 'Epstein List' to avoid Trump's renaming?
Culture

Fact Check: Did Mexico town in NY change its name to 'Epstein List' to avoid Trump's renaming?

The claim surfaced after Trump called for New Mexico to immediately change its name to New America

This Is The PlayStation 5 Pro Accessory Users Say They Can't Live Without - BGR
AI

This Is The PlayStation 5 Pro Accessory Users Say They Can't Live Without - BGR

PS5 Pro owners keep recommending one simple accessory that makes the console easier to work with when it comes to day-to-day use.

NVIDIA RTX Remix 1.6 Launches With DLSS 5, 6X Multi Frame Generation, Minecraft Java Edition Support, And More
Technology

NVIDIA RTX Remix 1.6 Launches With DLSS 5, 6X Multi Frame Generation, Minecraft Java Edition Support, And More

NVIDIA's RTX Remix 1.6 adds DLSS 5, 6X Multi Frame Generation, and experimental Minecraft support enhancing modding tools and performance.

US Army advances ramjet interceptor for longer-range drone defense
Science

US Army advances ramjet interceptor for longer-range drone defense

L3Harris is advancing a long-range missile designed to tackle drones and other aerial threats, with flight performance testing next.

'Repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in', doctor says
Health

'Repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in', doctor says

You might think you're 'catching up' on sleep with a weekend lie-in, but a sleep expert says it's not that easy

Man Utd flop Malacia reveals brutal reality of Amorim's bomb squad
Sports

Man Utd flop Malacia reveals brutal reality of Amorim's bomb squad

Malacia, 27, enjoyed a strong debut campaign under Erik ten Hag, before a complicated knee injury left the full-back sidelined for 18 months.

World

Just Eat apologises after AI-generated images blunder

Just Eat has apologised after its AI-generated food images went viral for grossly misrepresenting menu items.

Google says now is your best time to snag cheap flights for Thanksgiving and Christmas
Business

Google says now is your best time to snag cheap flights for Thanksgiving and Christmas

As anyone who travels frequently knows, airfare costs around the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays can be significantly higher than those for the same route at other times of the year. It’s little surprise why: the year-end holiday period sees millions traveling to visit family and friends, creating demand for flights; the more demand, the more airlines can charge. The good news, according to travel experts at Google Flights, is that if you are planning to fly for Thanksgiving or Christmas,

Rashmika Mandanna Says Vijay Deverakonda Gives Her 'Tummy Rubs' During Periods: 'Can't Expect More, Being A Man'
Culture

Rashmika Mandanna Says Vijay Deverakonda Gives Her 'Tummy Rubs' During Periods: 'Can't Expect More, Being A Man'

Rashmika added that Vijay also massages her hands and feet.

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