BriflioBriflioWorld in a Pulse
Daily Briefing

World in a Pulse

Briflio distills the day's signals into one calm feed — a personalized mix of the top stories across every topic, with context, not noise.

WorldTechnologyAIBusinessScienceCultureHealthSports
AI

Moonshot tells Kimi AI to code away, but leave the hacking alone

Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI is deliberately limiting the hacking capabilities of its latest artificial intelligence model, highlighting a growing dilemma for the industry: how do companies make AI more powerful without making cyberattacks easier to carry out? The company introduced Kimi K3.1 Pro

Uranium Waste From This Aussie Mine Was Safely Locked Away, But Microbes Had Other Plans
Technology

Uranium Waste From This Aussie Mine Was Safely Locked Away, But Microbes Had Other Plans

In 1944, rocks from the Mount Painter mine in the heart of Australia were sent to the US for experiments as part of the Manhattan Project.

As vote nears, Trump’s AI gamble fuels economic uncertainty
Science

As vote nears, Trump’s AI gamble fuels economic uncertainty

Some of the world’s leading financiers are sounding increasingly alarmed about an AI bubble.

I lost my job in a primary school due to endometriosis
Health

I lost my job in a primary school due to endometriosis

A new report says nearly half of women with endometriosis have lost income due to the condition.

Bowl projections: Slotting all 47 games as BYU, Texas Tech losses shake up CFP bracket after Week 8
Sports

Bowl projections: Slotting all 47 games as BYU, Texas Tech losses shake up CFP bracket after Week 8

Mass changes across the board for all 47 postseason games

World

Pakistan drops Shan Masood from Sri Lanka Test squad as Agha, Rizwan return

Ali Usman has also been recalled to the Test team after being sent home from the England tour.

Anthropic was beaten to the punch by a salad dressing company
Business

Anthropic was beaten to the punch by a salad dressing company

What do you do when you think your company’s technology may fundamentally alter the fabric of the economy—or rend it apart entirely? Anthropic, which is widely rumored to be approaching a record-setting IPO, apparently has an answer: Cut the public in on a piece of whatever comes next. Last week, the company announced that it would dedicate 5% of its shares to a company-owned public benefit trust. If Anthropic’s products are as lucrative as its sky-high valuation suggests, those sha

What channel is Man Utd v Bournemouth Premier League match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Culture

What channel is Man Utd v Bournemouth Premier League match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time

Check out how to watch Man Utd v Bournemouth in the Premier League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.

Should You Ignore the SpaceX Hype and Buy Rocket Lab Instead? - AOL
AI

Should You Ignore the SpaceX Hype and Buy Rocket Lab Instead? - AOL

Rocket Lab has emerged as a top competitor to SpaceX in launch services.

Pixels of the Week – October 25, 2026 by Stéphanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.
Technology

Pixels of the Week – October 25, 2026 by Stéphanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.

👉🏻 Curated weekly UX Research, Design & Tech resources: the “disability dongle” and real accessibility barriers, ecommerce accessibility and where customers get stuck, AI-generated UI as fast design not UX, why decorative images aren’t a thing, vibe prototyping as a double-edged sword, a family gami

Opinion | Florida police ruined my life with a false AI match. Now I’m demanding justice.
Science

Opinion | Florida police ruined my life with a false AI match. Now I’m demanding justice.

When I’ve gotten in trouble, I’ve paid my debt to society. But the government doesn’t want to pay theirs.

Health

Who qualifies for Medicare's new $50-a-month GLP-1 program? - NewsNation

... medical history and health status ... Certain medical conditions can affect eligibility. According to CMS, people with Type 2 diabetes, moderate ...

Dolphins vs. Jets odds, predictions: Use Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 for $55 bonus for NFL Week 7 matchup
Sports

Dolphins vs. Jets odds, predictions: Use Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 for $55 bonus for NFL Week 7 matchup

The Jets host the Dolphins for an AFC East battle on Sunday, and we're taking a look at some of the trading markets available on the game at Kalshi

World

Police in Albania filmed beating protester unconscious

Police in Albania’s capital, Tirana, were filmed beating a protester lying on the ground.

New data on Lilly's investigational treatment olomorasib at ESMO 2026 show durable first-line activity in KRAS G12C-mutant non-small cell lung cancer
Business

New data on Lilly's investigational treatment olomorasib at ESMO 2026 show durable first-line activity in KRAS G12C-mutant non-small cell lung cancer

Data presented at ESMO highlight the promising efficacy of olomorasib in combination with standard-of-care immunotherapy with or without chemotherapy in...

Scientists Just Found a Surprising Link Between Worrying and Having Bad Dreams
Culture

Scientists Just Found a Surprising Link Between Worrying and Having Bad Dreams

Researchers surveyed nearly 400 adults and discovered a connection between daytime worries, negative dreams, and emotional well-being.

Your parents may be asking AI health questions. Here's what you should know
AI

Your parents may be asking AI health questions. Here's what you should know

Artificial intelligence is becoming another place people turn when they have a health question.

Technology

Government websites in South Africa hit by downtime

South Africa's State IT Agency said any downtime of government websites over the weekend was due to ongoing planned maintenance.

The AI librarian that can help with our Jewish learning - The Jewish Chronicle
Science

The AI librarian that can help with our Jewish learning - The Jewish Chronicle

Sefaria’s new online tool can guide us to the sources we need

Health

When Memory Concerns Begin: A Call To Action For Brain Health - Forbes

Neurologists explain how primary care, virtual care and specialists can turn concern into a care plan when memory changes appear without a clear ...

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois out of Clasico with flu
Sports

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois out of Clasico with flu

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss the team's Clásico clash with Barcelona with flu, the club said on Sunday.

World

Iran’s authorities take ‘self-sacrifice’ mobilisation campaign nationwide

The IRGC says it wants to use main squares in every capital of Iran’s 31 provinces for the Janfada campaign.

Why quitting your job might be your best decision yet
Business

Why quitting your job might be your best decision yet

Below, Lindsay Crouse shares five key insights from her new book, The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out. Lindsay is a marathon runner and journalist who worked at The New York Times for 15 years. Her reporting helped bring maternity rights to pregnant Nike athletes. What’s the Big Idea? Quitting isn’t failure. Knowing when to walk away from a goal that no longer serves us can free up the time, energy, and opportunity we need to build something better. List

Shilpa Rao’s Set Cut Short At Mumbai Concert: Why Are Anu Malik And Daughter Ada Being Blamed?
Culture

Shilpa Rao’s Set Cut Short At Mumbai Concert: Why Are Anu Malik And Daughter Ada Being Blamed?

Anu Malik and his daughter Ada face online criticism after Shilpa Rao's set was abruptly cut short at the Bombay Music Project in Mumbai, with attendees blaming earlier delays.

AI

AWS sells out cloud capacity through 2027 as AI demand grows

AWS is holding back some 2027 capacity for on-demand customers and services like Bedrock and EC2.

Capcom confirms data breach that affected 11.7 million users - Engadget
Technology

Capcom confirms data breach that affected 11.7 million users - Engadget

Capcom ID is still available to use, but users may see more phishing scam emails.

Subaquatic robot leverages biomimetics for natural movement
Science

Subaquatic robot leverages biomimetics for natural movement

Exploring the underwater world requires robots that can move as naturally as fish and, ideally, blend in as much as possible. That’s exactly what a research group at North Carolina State University has been working on.

Gran, 51, loses 5st with Slimming World after menopause weight gain
Health

Gran, 51, loses 5st with Slimming World after menopause weight gain

Emma Artemiou, 51, weighed 13st 6lbs and was classed as obese

Chiefs vs. Seahawks odds, predictions: Use Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 for $55 bonus in NFL Week 7
Sports

Chiefs vs. Seahawks odds, predictions: Use Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 for $55 bonus in NFL Week 7

Here's a look at the trading markets available at Kalshi for Week 7's Sunday Night Football matchup featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Seattle Seahawks

World

CENTCOM reportedly has plans for Iran strikes: Will Trump approve them?

Reports say Pentagon has drawn up plans for strikes after midterm polls, but analysts question what it could achieve.

Rates of short-term bills, bonds may end higher on hawkish BSP - BusinessWorld Online
Business

Rates of short-term bills, bonds may end higher on hawkish BSP - BusinessWorld Online

GOVERNMENT SECURITIES on offer this week may fetch higher yields following the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) outsized…

Introducing 'Microdismissal,' the Toxic Relationship Habit You Might Not Even Notice
Culture

Introducing 'Microdismissal,' the Toxic Relationship Habit You Might Not Even Notice

From eye-rolling to brushing off your feelings, subtle acts of emotional invalidation can slowly damage your relationship.

Sinking Profits Turn China’s $3.5 Trillion Stock Rout Into Trap
AI

Sinking Profits Turn China’s $3.5 Trillion Stock Rout Into Trap

Pessimism has gripped Chinese stocks, with no end in sight for a deepening selloff as investors confront the realities of an economy that’s weak enough to erode corporate profits but not to trigger forceful new stimulus.

Disney Plus: 31 Best TV Shows You Should Stream Right Now - CNET
Technology

Disney Plus: 31 Best TV Shows You Should Stream Right Now - CNET

Disney Plus is chock full of epic TV show offerings, from Star Wars to Marvel and beyond, guaranteeing hours of fun for the whole family.

Storm Boelo: Thousands of homes without electricity across island
Science

Storm Boelo: Thousands of homes without electricity across island

An amber warning is in force across parts of County Antrim and County Londonderry until 10:00 GMT on Sunday.

Wildfires could drive up cases of head and neck cancer
Health

Wildfires could drive up cases of head and neck cancer

The record-breaking number of wildfires linked to soaring summer temperatures this year could drive an increase in head and neck cancers, a study has suggested.

Scotland First Minister John Swinney Visits VBF Campus in Ahmedabad to Discuss Commonwealth Games & Sports Development
Sports

Scotland First Minister John Swinney Visits VBF Campus in Ahmedabad to Discuss Commonwealth Games & Sports Development

Scotland First Minister John Swinney visits Ahmedabads VBF campus to discuss athlete development, sports science, and 2030 Commonwealth Games preparations.

World

Trump mocks reporter asking about Iran strikes, as Tehran says US derailed

US President Donald Trump sarcastically responded to a reporter asking about possible renewed attacks on Iran.

Town CEO Jean-Denis Greze on why most people still don’t know what to ask AI
Business

Town CEO Jean-Denis Greze on why most people still don’t know what to ask AI

AI agents are powerful, but most ordinary people don’t yet use them. Town wants to change that. Led by CEO Jean-Denis Greze, playfully referred to as Town’s mayor, the company announced a $108 million Series B on October 19, co-led by Forerunner Ventures and Menlo Ventures, at a $1 billion valuation.   Greze cofounded the San Francisco startup with Tony Vincent in late 2024 after serving as CTO of Plaid, where he built up the engineering team from about 20 people to 350. Town’s betting it

Culture

Charo Santos, Annette Gozon amuse with collab that ‘no one expected’

Charo Santos-Concio and Annette Gozon-Valdes amused social media users after joining the viral “All I See Is Dollar Signs” trend. Santos took to Instagram on Saturday, Oct. 24, to share a TikTok video of herself and Gozon-Valdes participating in the trend. The duo began the trend by clicking their h

As the US and China form AI blocs, countries are increasingly torn between them
AI

As the US and China form AI blocs, countries are increasingly torn between them

With the two leading AI powers, the United States and China, forming their own AI blocs, other countries are maneuvering to harness the strengths of both groupings without alienating either and risking losing out

Which phone has the best portrait camera mode? I tested the big three to find out
Technology

Which phone has the best portrait camera mode? I tested the big three to find out

Apple iPhone vs Google Pixel vs Samsung Galaxy: Which phone takes the best portrait photos. I compare all three to find out.

Seabirds and sewage among Isle of Man Biosphere status challenges
Science

Seabirds and sewage among Isle of Man Biosphere status challenges

A report marking 10 years of the Isle of Man as a UNESCO Biosphere highlights the scheme's progress.

Health

Foot-specific health status in a large convenience sample of adults living in Spain: a cross-sectional study - Scientific Reports

Foot health is crucial to people’s overall well-being and independence but is often underestimated. Foot injuries are common, affecting mobility and increasing the risk of falls. This study aimed to evaluate foot-specific health status using section 1 of the Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ),

Saints vs. Steelers prediction: Aaron Rodgers, Tyler Shough to duel in first-ever game in Paris
Sports

Saints vs. Steelers prediction: Aaron Rodgers, Tyler Shough to duel in first-ever game in Paris

Plus, how to watch, what to know and a preview from an NFL expert

Wind-up radios selling out after government advises public to stockpile for crisis
World

Wind-up radios selling out after government advises public to stockpile for crisis

Households are encouraged to keep a three-day supply of items in case of disruption to everyday life

Stock market outlook: Fed meeting, crude & more - top cues guiding Dalal Street this week
Business

Stock market outlook: Fed meeting, crude & more - top cues guiding Dalal Street this week

Dalal Street is heading into a busy week, with company earnings, US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, crude oil prices and tensions in Middle East tensions keeping investors on edge. The debut of Jio Platforms on the stock exchanges on October 28 and the buying and selling activity of foreig

Serielizados TV Festival Prizes: Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty’ and ‘Astonishing’ ‘Killing a Bear’ Win Big as ‘El Observatorio’ Bags the Mind the Gap Pitch Prize
Culture

Serielizados TV Festival Prizes: Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty’ and ‘Astonishing’ ‘Killing a Bear’ Win Big as ‘El Observatorio’ Bags the Mind the Gap Pitch Prize

At Serielizados’ awards ceremony Oct 24 in Barcelona, Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty and the Sánchez-Cabezudo brothers’ ‘Killing a Bear’ scored the biggest prizes

REDMI teases the Book 16 2027 series » YugaTech | Philippines Tech News & Reviews
AI

REDMI teases the Book 16 2027 series » YugaTech | Philippines Tech News & Reviews

Xiaomi has teased and confirmed that the upcoming laptop will feature a numeric keypad. The REDMI Book 16 2027 series...

I hope Apple’s touchscreen MacBook takes some lessons from this Lenovo laptop
Technology

I hope Apple’s touchscreen MacBook takes some lessons from this Lenovo laptop

Give us a 2-in-1, you cowards.

APOD: 2026 October 25 – Dark Matter in a Simulated Universe
Science

APOD: 2026 October 25 – Dark Matter in a Simulated Universe

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 25 – Dark… 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. Dark Matter in a Simulated Universe Explanation: Is our universe haunted? It might look that way on this dark matter map.

Pharmacist warns 'don't stop' for anyone taking propranolol
Health

Pharmacist warns 'don't stop' for anyone taking propranolol

A pharmacist on TikTok discussed the prescribed beta-blocker in one of his recent videos

Brazil's Olympic ski champion Pinheiro Braathen poised for win with 1st-run lead at season opener
Sports

Brazil's Olympic ski champion Pinheiro Braathen poised for win with 1st-run lead at season opener

Brazilian Olympic champion Lucas Pinheiro Braathen leads the opening run of the season-opening World Cup giant slalom and is poised to extend his winning streak in the discipline to four races

World

Perth beach closed after whale remains discovered

A popular Perth beach has been closed after a whale carcass was found on the sand, prompting a shark alert.

What’s really fueling the recent generosity boom
Business

What’s really fueling the recent generosity boom

Generosity is in the air, or so it would seem. The Trump administration recently mailed a round of $500 checks to almost a million users of Healthcare.gov. The AI rivals OpenAI and Anthropic have promised to share their (eventual) wealth with the public beyond investors, and Anthropic this week got a bit more specific, proposing a Public Benefit Fund pegged at 5% of the company’s overall value. And never to be outdone, Elon Musk promptly pledged to give “every kid in America” a share in SpaceX. 

Sunday Slay: Maura Higgins’ Hottest Shots Make a Scorching Statement!
Culture

Sunday Slay: Maura Higgins’ Hottest Shots Make a Scorching Statement!

Sunday Slay is back with reality TV stunner Maura Higgins -- and if you haven’t seen what she’s serving up beneath her "Dancing With The Stars" costumes, consider today your lucky day!

Moonshot's Kimi K3.1 Pro flirts with open weights leadership amid paid influencer scandal allegations
AI

Moonshot's Kimi K3.1 Pro flirts with open weights leadership amid paid influencer scandal allegations

The model excels at complex coding, financial analysis, 3D creation, and software-security work, showing particularly large improvements in tasks requiring repeated coding, tool use, debugging, and revision.

Slow-moving light helps silicon chip hit 200 Gb/s for AI data centers
Technology

Slow-moving light helps silicon chip hit 200 Gb/s for AI data centers

Researchers in Japan have developed a compact silicon optical modulator that transmits data at up to 200 gigabits per second (Gb/s), using slow-moving light and a built-in electrical equalizer.

Inside Oilstainlab's quest to build a supercar on its own terms
Science

Inside Oilstainlab's quest to build a supercar on its own terms

Modern supercars often follow a similar script: outrageous power, expansive screens, aero components, and a price tag that could buy you a rather nice house. The formula works, of course, but it can also make the business of building an exotic car feel a little too predictable.

More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are
Health

More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are

The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.

NFL picks against the spread, Week 7 2026: Expert ATS picks, predictions, prop bets for Sunday, Oct. 25
Sports

NFL picks against the spread, Week 7 2026: Expert ATS picks, predictions, prop bets for Sunday, Oct. 25

The SportsLine experts have locked in their top Week 7 picks from this week's NFL schedule, see who they are backing and fading here

World

Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles and drones as fighting with Houthis rages

Saudi-led coalition says intercepted drone, missile launched towards Riyadh and 10 missiles targeting southern region.

BSF apprehends four Pakistani fishermen in Kutch, seizes boat
Business

BSF apprehends four Pakistani fishermen in Kutch, seizes boat

Four fishermen from Pakistan's Sindh province were apprehended by the Border Security Force in Gujarat. They had entered Indian waters for crab-catching activities near Sir Creek on Sunday. The BSF acted on specific intelligence inputs during the operation that led to their capture. Additionally, a

Jailer 2 Box Office Day 10: Rajinikanth's Film Continues Box Office Run, Crosses ₹369 Crore in India
Culture

Jailer 2 Box Office Day 10: Rajinikanth's Film Continues Box Office Run, Crosses ₹369 Crore in India

Rajinikanth film Jailer 2 showed box office growth on its second weekend, crossing the 369 crore rupee mark in India on day ten.

Read quickly · Share thoughtfully · Learn deeper
BlogAboutContactPrivacy PolicyTermsDisclaimerSitemap