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Forced to pick, Grok’s AI model chooses Republicans. OpenAI’s picks Democrats.
A new study found Grok's AI overwhelmingly recommends Republican candidates while OpenAI's GPT favors Democrats, with the two AI models disagreeing in more than 90% of nearly 500 election races.
Ice sheet expansion may have started 2,000 years ago, but we canceled that
Barnes Ice Cap sits on the central plateau of Baffin Island, in the Canadian Arctic. It is the last surviving fragment of the Laurentide Ice Sheet, the largest of the Pleistocene ice sheets, which at its peak buried most of Canada under two miles of ice and locked away around 80 meters of sea level.
Suspected China rocket debris measuring 11-feet found in US cornfield
An 11-foot metal dome found in a Minnesota cornfield may come from China’s Zhuque-2E rocket, raising questions about its uncontrolled return.
Doctors urged a hysterectomy... but never mentioned this alternative
For almost a decade, Josette Santiago went from doctor to doctor, desperately searching for a solution to a common women's health problem that was making her life a misery.
A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart headline youth-infused All-WNBA
A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell and rookie Olivia Miles have been named first-team All-WNBA.
France Protests: Clashes In Lyon, Marseille As Police Fire Tear Gas
Tens of thousands of protestors have taken to the streets across France, leading to clashes with police in several cities including Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux. Demonstrators pulled boards from shops to build barricades to shield themselves, while police resorted to firing tear gas and deploying w
No power, no water and winter approaching: How Melania Trump got involved in rescuing Ukraine’s forgotten city after weeks of unusual negotiations
Oleshky residents have been facing critical shortages of basic supplies due to prolonged conflict and occupation. A temporary ceasefire is scheduled to start soon, allowing for humanitarian assistance delivery and civilian evacuations. US First Lady Melania Trump played a significant role in facilit
‘Love Language’ Review: Chloë Grace Moretz Sells Words of Affirmation in an Old-School Romcom With Gen-Z Trappings
Joey Power's 'Love Language' stars Chloë Grace Moretz as a writer of wedding vows for tongue-tied nearlyweds. Anthony Ramos and Manny Jacinto co-star.
Restaurants, let's talk about those AI menus and marketing materials
Customers are disturbed by these AI-generated images and routinely call them out on social media as "AI slop."
I hope Apple’s touchscreen MacBook takes some lessons from this Lenovo laptop
Give us a 2-in-1, you cowards.
AI-powered wearables recreate five food smells sent over the internet
Researchers have developed an AI system that identifies odors and sends signals to wearable devices that release corresponding scents.
How to Choose the Right Supplement for Any Pooping Problem - EatingWell
Fiber, hydration and movement can also support bowel health. Struggling with constipation, diarrhea, bloating or other digestive woes? “Occasional ...
NFL DFS, Sunday: Top daily Fantasy picks, lineup advice for the Week 7 main slate
DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy picks and lineups for the Week 7 NFL main slate on Sunday
About 25,000 rally in Madrid in support of Spain’s state pension scheme
Demonstrators want pensions to remain indexed to inflation and the gender pension gap to be eliminated.
This Nike race medal is meant to be worn as jewelry
For its 2026 After Dark Tour, a nighttime race series of 10Ks and half-marathons for women, Nike designed a multipurpose medal that’s meant to be worn long after race day as a necklace, bracelet, keychain loop, or belt chain. It features a Nike Swoosh and chain adorned with miniature laser-engraved Swooshes that can fit in the palm of your hand. Each comes with a city-specific carabiner for the places where the races take place: London; Shanghai; Los Angeles; Mexico City; Sydney; Manila
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 ...
AI Is Eroding Civil Society, Argues Harvard Historian Jill Lepore
In her latest book, Harvard historian Jill Lepore argues that Big Tech now controls the United States—and, by extension, the entire planet. They wield power in an authoritarian manner, favor presidents who best serve their interests (read: Donald Trump), and are helping to erode democracy. What can
This Week’s Awesome Tech Stories From Around the Web (Through October 24)
From an mRNA cancer vaccine to cybersecurity's "Black October," check out this week's awesome tech stories from around the web.
Why do mathematicians keep proving things they already know?
What exactly is a mathematical proof? Columnist Jacob Aron breaks down how mathematicians plot a course to answer open questions, and how finding several solutions to the same problem is an important part of the whole endeavour of maths
Suicide attempts, ideation spiked significantly among older U.S. adults after COVID-19 pandemic
Suicide prevention for older adults relies heavily on screening for depression and other mental health conditions. The authors state that the ...
CJ Carr watches brother Tommy's first Michigan start from Big House
Week 8 is Notre Dame's bye week, meaning Tommy Carr had a special spectator in attendance for his first start: his brother CJ.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: La Liga – El Clasico preview, predictions, teams
Bragging rights are up for grabs in Sunday's El Clasico between La Liga leaders Barcelona and third-placed Real Madrid.
The AI infrastructure race: I’ve seen this movie before
Back in 2022, when the auto industry was fixated on autonomous vehicles, I was cofounder and chief technology officer at Luminar, where our lidar technology was helping enable the next generation of self-driving cars. Speaking at an automotive conference, I remarked how exciting it was to have a front-row seat to one of the most significant technological transformations in the industry’s history. Afterward, an automotive executive pulled me aside. “Jason,” he said, “you don’t have a front-
Subhash Ghai Completes 50 Years in Cinema, Unveils New Look of Manya Starring Shreyas Talpade
Alongside Manya, Subhash Ghai is working on Khalnayak Returns with Sanjay Dutt and a courtroom drama featuring Anil Kapoor.
Anthropic's AI Hid a Secret Message in the Stars. OpenAI's Bot Found It.
Morse code is back, baby.
A 1,000-mile cloud on Mars may reveal physics never seen in nature
Every morning during the Martian spring and summer, a thin and extremely long cloud emerges, only to disappear again. The wispy formation appears near the volcano Arsia Mons and gradually elongates until it reaches over 1,000 miles—about the distance from New York to Kansas City as the crow flies—before dissipating. This cycle then repeats for several months. Since it was first recorded by a probe in 2018, scientists have been unable to find a plausible explanation for the existence of this cloud, often referred to as the Arsia Mons Elongated Cloud (AMEC). Until now.
A hidden bias in human language challenges 70 years of science
A groundbreaking study challenges 70 years of assumptions about how human language works. By analyzing billions of word uses, scientists discovered that meaning is organized around power, danger, and order rather than emotion alone. Even more surprisingly, human language shows a powerful hidden pref
Christina Applegate puts a face on one of the most consequential challenges in neurology
“The goal is not simply to diagnose MS faster. It is to get the diagnosis right,” writes Bruce Bebo.
How to bet on 2026 NFL Week 7: Betting odds, trends, schedule, tips, game previews, sportsbook promos, offers
Our NFL betting guide tells you where to bet on NFL Week 7, while providing odds, betting trends, schedule, promo offers, and more
Trump says he may move White House press corps to new location
Trump’s remarks come amid a fractious moment between the US president and the journalists who cover him.
Republican billionaire Rick Jackson is walking a Trump tightrope in his quest to lead Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — He
Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ sequel likely to miss Diwali 2027 release; makers need more shooting time for war sequences - Report
The second part of Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ may not hit theatres during Diwali 2027 as planned. A report says producer Namit Malhotra is thinking of moving the sequel to Diwali 2028, so the team gets more time for filming and production.
Vivint Home Security Review 2026: A Professional, but Enclosed, Ecosystem - CNET
Vivint's security system is very comprehensive and has new AI tricks, but limitations keep users on a leash.
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.
Personalised cancer vaccine expected to be approved next year
A scanning electron micrograph of a melanoma cellScience Photo Library/Alamy A personalised mRNA vaccine for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is expected to be approved for use in the US, Europe and the UK next year. The vaccine is designed to stimulate immune responses against genetic mutations that are unique to an individual’s cancer.
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.
National Tight Ends Day betting guide: 10 TEs who will score on this special Sunday
George Kittle headlines the top anytime TD scorer picks as the league celebrates its annual holiday with big plus-money value across the board
France protests latest: 135 arrested and tear gas fired as unrest erupts
Some 70,000 police officers have deployed across France, while some of its tourist attractions and metro stations closed ahead of protests
I'm Struggling To Break Out Of The YOLO Mindset When It Comes To Money. I Can't Shake The Feeling That ‘T
What if you spend years paying off debt, saying no to vacations and putting your life on hold, only to never get the chance to enjoy your money? That’s the thought keeping Serena from Florida from making progress on her
Bill Clinton’s Trump Takedown Has the Internet Cheering: ‘Old Bubba Got Bangers’
Former President Bill Clinton found himself going viral Saturday morning, days after he lobbed a pointed dig at Donald Trump for overhauling the White House Rose Garden.
Block’s new voice model sounds eerily human
Block said that the voice model can run locally on a MacBook M4 Max
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.
Brazil presidential election dogged by alleged bias by Meta AI tools
Supporters of Lula protest at Meta’s headquarters in DublinNatalia Campos/Getty Images A deluge of AI-generated content and unfair treatment by social media platforms could prove pivotal in Brazil’s presidential election, according to supporters of the left-wing incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Lula will face off against right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro on 25 October in the second round of the contest.
The pantry heroes that prove you don't need to spend big to eat well
Canned food has a reputation for being the cheaper, less nutritious cousin of fresh food, but that isn't always true. As a registered dietitian, these are my top recommendations.
Steelers vs. Saints prediction, odds, time: 2026 NFL Paris game picks from proven model
SportsLine's model has revealed its Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints picks for the first ever NFL game in France
Brazil’s Lula and Bolsonaro about even ahead of election run-off: Poll
The race between Brazil's president and the right-wing senator has tightened in recent days.
From zeitgeist to zeitghost: How Netflix kept a hold on viewers—but lost its spot in pop culture
Netflix has been pumping out original content for so long and at such an immense scale that it recently released its second original movie entitled War Machine. Although the Brad Pitt-starring first iteration sank like a stone in 2017, the unrelated new War Machine, led by Reacher’s Alan Ritchson, was reportedly a ratings smash, hitting 10th on Netflix’s all-time most-watched movies list, with 140 million views. So far, it’s the platform’s biggest movie this year. If the dearth of o
AMC Theatres Wants NYC Multiplex To Remain But Decision "Not Ours To Make"
AMC Theatres has issued an open letter reiterating the company's desire to continue operating a longstanding NYC multiplex but concedes decision is not AMC's to make.
Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
F-110 warship packs four times the capacity with 64 missile launch cells
The Spanish Navy and Navantia have unveiled a new upgrade on its F-110 frigate design with improved radar and many more missiles.
Emily St. John Mandel: ‘I don’t want to write something relentlessly bleak’
Emily St. John Mandel, best known for her prescient flu pandemic novel Station Eleven, joined the New Scientist Book Club to talk about her latest book, the science-fiction novel Exit Party. Emily discussed everything from why she is compelled to write about the aftermath of disaster – this latest book takes place in a near-future US, after a civil war – to how hard it was to keep ahead of the US news cycle as she wrote. Read more Read an extract from Exit Party by Emily St.
Hospitals treat roughly 125 patients with minor exposure after chemical leak - WTOL
... health leaders, medical professionals provided ... Health officials advise residents, particularly those with underlying respiratory conditions ...
2026 WNBA awards winners: A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark and Olivia Miles headline All-WNBA teams
Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Mitchell rounded out the first team, while Angel Reese made her debut on the second team
Serbian elections: A country where students may actually take power
Serbia is voting in an early election, where the most powerful politician in the country, has a serious rival.
Some US runways have pulsing white lights across their path: When switched on, they mark the point where a landing aircraft must stop short
Discover how pulsing white lights on US runways play a crucial role in air traffic safety by guiding pilots where to stop during land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
Zenless Zone Zero - Official Version 3.4: Void Hunter & Enchainer Agent Sunbringer Trailer
New agents and more are coming to Zenless Zone Zero in Version 3.4. Check out the latest Zenless Zone Zero teaser trailer for a peek at what to expect from Version 3.4 of the urban fantasy action RPG. Sunbringer will make her official debut in Version 3.4 as a brand-new Void Hunter and the first-eve
Meta Finally Ditched the Cameras—and Made Its Best Smart Glasses Yet
No cameras? No problem. Ditching the surveillance baggage makes Meta’s audio-only frames surprisingly easy to live with.
Apple iPhone Duo Owners Report Hinge-Side Cracks on Inner Display: What’s Going On?
Apple iPhone Duo owners report cracked inner screens and bright pixel lines along the hinge, raising concerns about the foldable phone’s display durability.
Body temperature may drive the higher risk of autoimmune conditions in women
Autoimmune conditions are much more common in women than men, which could partly be due to the fluctuating body temperatures that occur during the menstrual cycle and menopause
The Fight Over Who Counts in India
"Many Indians might have forgiven Modi for his numerous missteps, but they are determined not to let him devalue their voting power," writes Asim Ali.
Sources: Magic's Banchero out multiple weeks with low-grade high ankle sprain
Magic star Paolo Banchero sustained a low-grade high ankle sprain and will miss multiple weeks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Rock Star Recalls Horrific Bus Crash After Driver Suffered Medical Emergency Behind the Wheel
Rock star Sawyer Hill recalled the time he thought he was going to die when his bus driver suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel.
Arunachal anti-dam protesters attack houses of MLAs and state BJP chief
The violence that started Friday continued till Saturday early morning. Houses of MLAs Ninong Ering and Oni Panyang, and BJP state president Kaling Moyong were vandalised by the protestors, chief minister Pema Khandu said. Earlier, four women were injured when security personnel fired tear gas shell
Quote of the day by Tom Skerritt: ‘I've lived through everything, so what regrets could I have? I'm healthy and reasonably sane…,' the beloved star’s words on wisdom about leading life with no regrets
Tom Skerritt, who is famously known for his work in many major films, passed away on October 21. The beloved star was 93 years old at the time of his demise and was well known for his roles in ‘Top Gun,' 'Aliens,' ‘Picket Fences,' ‘War Hunt,' ‘Up In Smoke,' ‘The Turning Point,' and many others.