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Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says AI models need an ‘emergency brake’
In a Saturday morning post, Microsoft's CEO wrote that it’s time “to step back and assess the trust architecture” of AI.
OpenAI Makes Progress in Preventing AI-Driven ChatGPT Delusions
Mental-health experts offered advice on how the popular chatbot could ask better questions and distinguish among crises and other conditions.
Athena robot fluidly throws, catches and hits balls in baseball demo
RAI's AthenaZero robot has demonstrated its ability to throw, catch, and hit balls using coordinated movements and a low-inertia design.
Why healthy middle-aged women are at risk of deadly heart attacks
For women in their 50s, much of the health conversation for the past few years has been about one thing: menopause. HRT, hot flushes, brain fog, bone strength.
Once a national title favorite, Oregon has become college football's biggest disappointment
The Ducks entered 2026 as national title favorites, but after suffering their second loss of the season on Saturday, they're now college football's biggest disappointment
Ebola spreads in eastern DRC as Kenya confirms imported case
New cases in eastern DRC and a fatal imported infection in Kenya highlight the challenges of containing Ebola.
Maren Haile-Selassie, Anton Salétros score short-handed goals as Fire rally to beat NYCFC 2-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Maren Haile-Selassie had an assist on a short-handed goal by Anton Salétros in the second half before scoring the winner in the 87th minute and the Chicago Fire rallied to beat New York City FC 2-1 on Saturday.
Presley Gerber's Ex Isabella Jones Says She'll Miss Him For the "Rest of My Life" in Touching Tribute
Presley Gerber’s ex-girlfriend Isabella Jones paid tribute to the late model, who died on Sept. 20 at the age of 27, reflecting on their time together.
How to use the parental controls on iOS 27 - Engadget
Fine-tuned control options help you make sure your kid's experience with an Apple device is appropriate for their age.
A $34 Chipset Replacement Sourced From AliExpress Brought A Malfunctioning Laptop Back To Life, But The Repair Process Will Definitely Discourage Many
A $34 chipset replacement bought from AliExpress brought a malfunctioning laptop back to life, but the repair process is likely to discourage many
Adult acne is real, but there are ways to treat it. Here's what to know
As a teenager, Gillian Maegan Montalbo's pimples weren't too bad—just a few bumps on her forehead and nose.
Cocaine triggers mental health crises in record number of over-50s
Startling new statistics reveal hospitals in England treated 7,484 older people last year for problems linked to the Class A drug - up by a quarter in just 12 months.
A loss to rival Oklahoma hurts, but it will take a lot more to derail Texas' College Football Playoff path
A marquee win over Ohio State and a grueling SEC schedule give the Longhorns enough resume power to potentially crash the 12-team field with three losses
Arabian coalition accuses Houthis of attacking airport in Riyadh
Spokesperson Turki al-Maliki promised a decisive response to the aggression
'Keeping people incommunicado without disclosing whereabouts': CJP's Shinde seeks immediate release of Dipke, other leaders
CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka were detained by Delhi Police after arriving in New Delhi. Ajinkya Shinde demanded their immediate release and information about their location. Shinde expressed concern over the lack of communication with their families or lawyers. The lead
‘Ibuku’ Review: Dreamlike Indonesian Drama Is a Compelling Tale of Parental Redemption
Playing in competition at Busan, Eddie Cahyono's fourth film 'Ibuku' explores the struggles of migrant workers through the family left behind.
Nicolas Cage Didn't Sign Amazon's AI Waiver For 'Spider-Noir'. Series Cancelled. - Slashdot
"Nicolas Cage is speaking out against Amazon," reports Variety. Amazon developed the series Spider-Noir for Prime Video, but then allegedly asked Cage to sign an AI waiver: "Amazon is a very AI-friendly company, to the tune of $50 billion invested in OpenAI," Cage said Saturday during a panel on th.
For The First Time Ever, Quantum Spins Shift a Centimeter-Scale Object
There's another notable first in the field of quantum physics to report on, and it's all to do with electron spin: the tiny, built-in magnetism of these particles, as if each one is carrying a microscopic compass needle.
Jim and Marilyn Simons lent their 68-metre superyacht to ocean scientists; an $80,000 system tested whether luxury vessels could help validate satellite data
Superyachts are usually associated with luxury travel, but the 68-metre Archimedes, owned by Jim and Marilyn Simons at the time of the research, also became a platform for marine science. During several deployments between 2018 and 2020, an autonomous measurement system aboard the yacht collected oc
Flu, Covid and other winter bugs are on the rise. Here's why
It may only be early October, but flu season appears to be already under way - months earlier than usual. Health chiefs are warning of ominous signs of a difficult winter ahead.
Oklahoma's upset of No. 1 Texas, by the numbers: Inside the Sooners' Red River stunner
The Sooners got their first-ever win over a top-ranked Texas team in Dallas, and in shocking fashion
This Famous Beach Boys Song Was Written by Charles Manson
The Beach Boys turned Charles Manson’s ‘Cease to Exist’ into ‘Never Learn Not to Love.’ Their lyric changes reportedly enraged him.
Christa Pike is discharged from a hospital and back in prison after becoming the first person to survive lethal-injection drugs during an execution | Fortune
Pike had been hospitalized since surviving two doses of pentobarbital as the state attempted to execute her on Sept. 30 for the 1995 beating and stabbing death of classmate Colleen Slemmer.
When Nana Patekar revealed he didn't have money to pay for his father's treatment so he died in the hospital: 'That hesitation stays with you'
Veteran actor Nana Patekar, who passed away on Thursday, October 8, leaves behind a remarkable body of work and a legacy that extends beyond his performances on screen. Over the years, the actor has also offered glimpses into the personal experiences that shaped him.
A timeline of developments in AI safety since the attack on Hugging Face
Since OpenAI disclosed this summer that its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company in what is now referred to as the Hugging Face incident, other AI companies have jumped on the bandwagon with their own concerning events, such as...
High rare earth demand could complicate Europe's offshore wind ambitions
Wind turbines, devices that can convert energy from the wind into electricity, do not burn fuel during operation and could thus reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Despite their possible environmental advantages, building these devices depends heavily on the mines and factories supplying the metals the
New system generates power, charges drones, and offers launch space
The new solution will enable continuous drone operations with no fuel resupply. Operators can remotely monitor the Nanogrid’s energy performance and control the robotic arm and drones.
This One Sleep Stage Was Linked to Lower Risks of Dementia, Heart Disease, and More
The researchers discovered that people who got more REM sleep had a lowered risk of developing 83 different diseases and health conditions. There was ...
“Undrafted Free Agent stuff,” “Just throw it away”: Emmanuel Acho mocks Arch Manning after horrible INT vs. Oklahoma
Arch Manning continues to prove why he may be the most divisive quarterback prospect who has been widely considered a lock to be picked early in the draft.
WHO says no plague case registered after Russian lab worker’s death
The WHO says the lack of a confirmed diagnosis remains a key uncertainty, with no sign of ongoing transmission.
Telengana CM Revanth Reddy asks party MPs, MLAs to participate in INDIA bloc protest in Delhi on October 12
A Revanth Reddy has invited party leaders to join a protest in Delhi concerning voting rights. The protest is organized by the INDIA bloc and is scheduled for October 12. AICC general secretary K C Venugopal emphasized the importance of this demonstration in protecting people's voting rights. Leader
How to Carve Pumpkins in Fortnite: Quest Locations and Steps
Here is how to carve pumpkins in Fortnite, including quest locations at Nightmare Neighborhood and Wonkeeland and steps to carve all five.
Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: Arm vs. Marvell Technology - AOL
Arm commands smartphone architecture and is moving into AI CPUs; Marvell dominates data center connectivity with 32.6% net margins.
How does a backup camera actually work? - Engadget
Aftermarket backup cameras might not work as well as integrated ones, but they're still a useful upgrade to an older car.
Intensive breathing linked to altered consciousness and brain communication
Intensive breathing exercises can reduce blood flow to the brain by up to 45% and alter communication between brain networks, according to a new brain-imaging study. Participants reported experiences resembling some effects of psychedelic drugs, including altered perception, vivid mental imagery, a
Early-onset Alzheimer's disease shows different warning signs from established risk factors
... disorders, thyroid diseases and problems related to heavy alcohol use. ... The study examined diseases and health conditions occurring during the ...
BREAKING: Oba Femi assaults WWE official following Money in the Bank win
Oba Femi picked up the win over Bronson Reed despite interference from The Vision, but it seems that he held a grudge against the official.
Yemeni government’s military says its forces advancing against Houthis
Saudi-backed forces say 1,150 Houthis killed in operations against the Iran-aligned group over the past 24 hours.
Donald Trump Medicaid social security coverage: Check who are eligible after latest change may lead to millions dropped and what will be impact while availing private insurance
Donald Trump Medicaid social security coverage: Refugees, asylum seekers, victims of human trafficking and domestic violence are among those who have lost coverage. Green-card holders were not impacted.
Journalist Massacre Drama ‘Once Upon a Time in the Philippines’ Turns a Bystander Into an Accomplice at Busan Asian Project Market
E del Mundo’s debut ‘Once Upon a Time in the Philippines,’ inspired by the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, probes complicity in political violence.
Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe
Is Apple hoping to get into the AI-generated podcast business?
5 New Features Coming To Your Samsung Phone With One UI 9.0 - BGR
Samsung is rolling out the One UI 9.0 update based on Android 17 to compatible devices, bringing features like My FanCam, AI Assistant Activity, and more.
"I am not an AI-friendly actor": Nicolas Cage may never work with Amazon again after Spider-Noir AI dispute
Nicolas Cage declines future Amazon projects after rejecting a controversial artificial intelligence waiver for Spider-Noir. He publicly explained this major career decision during the recent New York Comic Con event.
Matt Haig says debate around mental health diagnosis is 'misguided and disingenuous'
Author Matt Haig described the debate surrounding alleged overdiagnosis of autism and mental health conditions as “misguided and disingenuous” ...
Meet Lúcás Ó’Ceallacháin: The Limerick nomad who played rugby for Kazakhstan and coached wrestling in Canada
Lúcás Ó’Ceallacháin is living proof that there can be life after exile in Siberia.
Iran war live: 12 killed in Riyadh, US weighs joining fight against Houthis
As strikes on airports in Saudi Arabia turn deadly, Washington debates striking Houthis and restarting strikes on Iran.
Indiana survives Nebraska scare, keeps winning streak alive
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Josh Hoover surprised a Nebraska defense stacked to stop the run on a fourth-and-1, flipping the ball to a wide-open Nick Marsh for a 44-yard touchdown to give No. 7 Indiana its first lead in a 20-17 victory over Nebraska on Saturday.
Inside the room: What it was like to be with Blackpink's Lisa as race scandal erupted
Film-maker Sue Kim talks about having unprecedented access to K-Pop idol Lisa Manobal at her most candid.
Anthropic Pulls Live Internet Access for AI Testing After Agents Escape and Go Rogue
Anthropic is pulling live internet access from internal evaluations after AI agents submitted false police tips and bypassed security limits.
One with the world? A new look at brains transformed by psychedelics.
For about a decade, the mainstream understanding has been that psychedelics cause chaos in the brain. Brain networks—the stable patterns of communication that handle vision, attention, or our sense of self, and more—loosen and start talking to each other all at once. EEG traces get noisier and more complex. “Think of the networks of the brain as highways,” says Devon Stoliker, a neuroscientist at Monash University.
Daily peanut consumption beneficially affects brain insulin responsiveness, new research finds
A study from the Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM) at Maastricht University Medical Center in Maastricht, the Netherlands, has found that longer-term consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts can benefit insulin responsiveness in the brains of older adults.
How 'unsatisfactory' poos is telltale sign your IBS is more serious
While the signs of IBS and bowel cancer can be similar, doctors say there are key differences that too few know about.
Last minute best bets for NFL Week 5: Steelers capitalize on rest advantage, Bears stand strong
Need some last-second help filling your bets for Week 5? We've got you covered
Liverpool vs Man City: the top five clashes between Premier League giants
Liverpool face Manchester City on Sunday in what has become a battle between the EPL's dominant teams in recent times.
Smith's late TD run sends Fordham to a 20-14 win over Richmond
NEW YORK (AP) — Gunnar Smith threw for a touchdown and his late game-winning touchdown run rallied Fordham to a surprise 20-14 win over Richmond on Saturday.
Kim Kardashian Looks Pretty in Pink at Lewis Hamilton's Race in Singapore
Kim Kardashian's keeping Lewis Hamilton loose before his race in Singapore this weekend ... making him crack a smile in her cheeky pink outfit.
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026: Best Washing Machine Deals
Amazon has some interesting appliance deals this year, and washing machines are no exception. The Amazon Great Indian Festival sale has deals on Samsung, Bosch, LG, Haier and IFB front-loading washing machines. These offer a 9 to 12 kg load capacity and pack numerous features, including some AI-enab
Meta Developing Compressed RAM 'CRAM' For Linux: Better Than ZRAM and Zswap? - Slashdot
Phoronix reports on a presentation this week by Meta engineer Gregory Price at the Linux Plumbers Conference in Prague: With today's memory shortages, high prices, and ever increasing memory capacity needs, Meta engineers have been working on Compressed RAM ("CRAM") for Linux. This hardware-offl...
Tesla secures 90% output from new Arizona solar-storage plant
Tesla has signed an agreement to purchase 90 percent of the output from ContourGlobal's upcoming 509-MW solar and battery storage project.
The simple quiz that will reveal if your organs are ageing fast
Are you waking up tired no matter how much you sleep? Does your brain feel foggy, your gut unsettled and your body bloated and miserable, whatever you try?
NFL Week 5 player props, anytime TD best bets: Five value bets to consider
From Christian McCaffrey chasing history to a +400 rookie flier, here are five anytime touchdown bets worth considering in Week 5
Houthi attack on Riyadh airport kills 12, wounds over 300; flights halted
A third strike on Riyadh's international airport in a week killed 12 people and injured 309 as the Houthis claimed responsibility. The attack halted flights, exposed gaps in Saudi air defences and intensified fears of wider escalation.
Brandin Podziemski receives 5-year contract extension for $110M from Warriors, AP source says
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Guard Brandin Podziemski has received a five-year rookie-scale contract extension from the Golden State Warriors worth $110 million that takes him through the 2031-32 season, according to a person with direct knowledge of the agreement.
Matthew Lillard Says He Thought ‘Scream’ Was ‘Lame’ and ‘Nobody’ Would See the Movie Before It Became a Hit: ‘Here We Are 30 Years Later’
When Lillard filmed the original "Scream," he didn’t think it would become the cult classic its regarded as today.