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.
Trump says he will form new 'AI Force' but continues to call AI fears a 'hoax'
Trump likened the new entity to Space Force and also said he would name an AI czar.
Israel's president pardons a combat medic whose shooting of a Palestinian attacker caused debate
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel's president on Saturday pardoned the combat medic who shot dead at close range a badly wounded Palestinian attacker who had stabbed a soldier in the occupied West Bank, a case that divided the country a decade ago. Elor Azaria's conviction in 2017 for manslaughter and his rel
T. rex had a body temperature of 36.3°C, almost the same as humans; fossil tooth chemistry reveals the 66-million-year-old predator was warm-blooded and could survive in cold climates
For 66 million years, the body temperature of Tyrannosaurus rex (T.rex) lived only in speculation. Now, a new study has taken the dinosaur’s temperature using chemistry locked inside its fossilised teeth, finding an average of about 36.3°C (97.3°F), strikingly close to the human norm.
Six drinks to prevent liver disease - and ones that may REVERSE damage
As liver disease surges in the US, certain dietary factors have become increasingly clear. Dietitians have revealed to the Daily Mail the healthiest drinks for your liver.
Clemson's comeback win over UNC allows Swinney to quiet critics
Dabo Swinney said Clemson's come back from a double-digit deficit to beat UNC on Saturday will be a game he won't forget.
‘I’m so, so sorry’: Ed Sheeran labels war in Gaza ‘catastrophic and unjustifiable’
The besieged musician admitted to making mistakes as he addressed fans directly for the first time at a concert in Philadelphia.
Pirates All-Star Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of arm fatigue
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star right-hander Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of right arm discomfort.
Pampanga bet succeeds PH queen in Egypt pageant
MANILA, Philippines — Kapampangan lass Sophia Bianca Santos posted a second consecutive win for the Philippines at the 2026 Miss Elite competition in Egypt, an unprecedented back-to-back victory in the pageant’s history, further asserting the country’s status as an international pageant powerhouse.
Flock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyouts
Without buyouts, Flock would "almost certainly" need to lay off staff.
Mountains That Helped Complex Life Flourish May Lie Hidden Beneath Antarctic Ice
Antarctica is famous for being a continent buried under ice.
What do you want to happen to your body after you die?
Cremation? Casket? Space burial?
Why experts say you should NEVER dismiss hard-to-shift weight
Having been slender without much effort for much of her life, Mila Habsy was surprised when her trousers began to feel tighter each morning.
What went wrong in South Carolina’s loss to Mississippi State? Shane Beamer explains
“Tonight really sucks for everybody. It hurts. That locker room hurts.”
How much of a challenge are recurrent bombings for Pakistan?
Dozens were killed and injured in an attack by an armed group in a northwestern city.
Malaysia Airlines staff named best in Asia, cabin crew at global 3rd place
Malaysia Airlines has been named Best Airline Staff in Asia at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards with its cabin crew earning a place among the top three in the World's Best Airline Cabin Crew category.
Mark Ruffalo Tells Rob Bonta ‘Don’t You Dare’ Settle the Antitrust Lawsuit Against Paramount: ‘Do Not Cave’
Mark Ruffalo told Rob Bonta 'don't you dare' settle the antitrust lawsuit with Paramount.
Australia’s Albanese Urges World to Act for Humanity in AI Race
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said middle powers have an important role to play in mitigating the risks posed by artificial intelligence and called for cooperation between the US and China.
The pros and cons of using wired vs. wireless Xbox controllers - Engadget
Wired and wireless Xbox controllers both have their advantages and drawbacks. Do you prefer convenience or do you hate worrying about batteries?
Trump wants ‘AI Force’ to keep US AI race moving despite growing concerns
Trump claims that existing criminal and civil justice systems can help address the risks of increasingly powerful AI systems without slowing their development.
Many women report being 'dismissed' by doctors. The problems extend far beyond the exam room
Lingering health issues translate into missed opportunities at work or less time and energy for family, said Renee Wittemyer, a vice president at ...
UFC 334 fight card: Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit, Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes to headline in New York
A pair of massive title fights will headline the annual event in November
Trump creates ‘AI Force’, floats ‘supreme intelligence’ as new name for AI
WASHINGTON, Sept 20 — US President Donald Trump yesterday lashed out at critics of artificial intelligence and data centres, saying he would not allow the “destruction” of...
Age pension rises $37 per fortnight today
Singles will get an extra $36.80 per fortnight and couples will get an extra $55.60 under inflation adjustments to the age pension today.
Trump Says He Will Create A.I. Force and Pick Artificial Intelligence Czar
First there was Space Force ... now, President Donald Trump has announced that in order to monitor artificial intelligence, he will create -- you guessed it -- an A.I. Force.
Higher interest rates and AI safety fears put the stock market to the test last week
Investors wrestled with the prospect of a new Fed rate-hiking cycle and the raging debate on whether to slow down AI.
It took just one photo for me to realize the awesome power of the iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture
Here is the tale of my first day with the iPhone 18 Pro Max's new variable aperture and why it's such a game-changer.
Turning on these smartphone safety features could literally save your life
Both Android and iOS offer features and apps that can make you safer no matter where you are and what you're doing.
Why even an occasional pint could raise your prostate cancer risk
One of the most common questions men diagnosed with prostate cancer ask is: 'Why me?' As a prostate surgeon for more than 40 years, I'd usually explain that it was largely down to factors beyond control.
No. 23 Louisville emphasizes toughness in win over No. 16 SMU
Keyjuan Brown ran for a career-high 163 yards and a pair of long touchdowns on 10 carries to guide No. 23 Louisville to a 41-31 victory over 16th-ranked SMU on Saturday.
DR Congo begins Ebola vaccination trials for frontline health workers
DR Congo is rolling out vaccine trials for health workers at the centre of the country’s Ebola crisis.
Philippines Crime News: Woman’s body found in refrigerator after landlord smells foul odor inside home, person of interest in custody
Tragedy struck in Rodriguez, Philippines, where a woman's lifeless body was found inside a refrigerator. Authorities consider her partner a person of interest, given that she had recently posted bail following grave charges of illegal detention. Investigators suspect that financial motives could lie
John Farnham’s family give heartbreaking update ahead of tribute concert
His health has deteriorated and he will not be able to attend the charity show in Melbourne.
Trump suggests rebranding AI with a new name, says he’s also creating an AI Force
Trump claimed, without evidence, that the AI backlash is a Democratic hoax.
Shirtloads of Science: OpenAI's Rogue AI: A Real-World Cyberattack Explained with Dr. Petr Levedev (492)
In mid-2026, a swarm of AI agents coordinated a cyberattack on Hugging Face, a platform where machine learning communities can collectively work to improve AI models and capabilities. This breach happened without human supervision. Friend of the show and science communicator Dr. Petr Lebedev brings
Even quantum theory may not let rational agents agree to disagree
A new study has shown that Aumann's Agreement Theorem holds beyond classical probability and applies to quantum mechanics.
Truth about 'sleepy girl' mocktails... and what really helps insomnia
For many people, sleep deprivation and nightly sleep struggles have become an exhausting part of life. So, it's easy to understand the appeal of the trendy 'sleepy girl' mocktail,
NFL Week 2 touchdown best bets: Our favorite picks to score, including 49ers' Kaelon Black
These five players could capitalize on their matchups and find the end zone during Sunday's NFL action
Michelle Bachelet exits UN chief race after low poll support
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet ends her bid to be the first woman to lead the United Nations.
Meet Ziyu Ye, the Chinese speedcuber who solved a 2×2 Rubik's Cube in 0.39 seconds to set a Guinness World Record
Chinese speedcuber Ziyu Ye has set a Guinness World Record by solving a 2×2×2 Cube in just 0.39 seconds at the China Hefei Open 2025. His performance broke Teodor Zajders previous 0.43-second record. The achievement came during the first round of the competition, adding another notable result to Yes
Chris Rock And Rosalind Eleazar On The Misadventures Of ‘Misty Green’ – TIFF Studio
Chris Rock and Rosalind Eleazar on the misadventures of the feisty heroine of ‘Misty Green’ – TIFF Studio
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SpaceX targets September 28 for Starship's first orbital flight - Engadget
For Starship’s 14th test flight, it will orbit our planet multiple times for 10 hours.
At an old steel site in Pittsburgh, bacteria evolved to survive—and eat—industrial pollution
Across Appalachia and the Rust Belt region, including throughout the city of Pittsburgh, former industrial sites are being transformed into new neighborhoods, research centers and technology hubs.
Plagued by verrucas? New treatment using microwaves can banish them
A simple 15-minute procedure that heats up the foot using microwaves could be the end for stubborn verrucas.
UFC 331 results, highlights: Sean Sharaf scores all-time upset in vicious knockout of Gable Steveson
Sharaf landed a picture-perfect left hook just 12 seconds into the fight that put Steveson out cold
Australia seeks big tech support for internet safety, AI regulation
PM Anthony Albanese asks Apple CEO Tim Cook to back Canberra's online safety laws to 'keep Australians safe'.
REA Group vs CAR Group: Which is best for income investors?
REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA) and CAR Group Ltd (ASX: CAR) compared for income, dividend franking and value—my verdict for Australian investors.
'VIBE' box office collection day 2: Kunal Khemu and Preity Zinta's film records 55.9% growth; earns Rs 2.65 cr on Saturday
Kunal Khemu's 'VIBE' recorded an increase in its box office earnings on Saturday, September 19. The action thriller comedy earned Rs 2.65 cr in India net on Day 2, according to Sacnilk.
Google’s Gemini is the latest AI model to hack other companies
Google said Gemini had "acted appropriately" by ending each hack immediately.
How to factory reset your Steam Deck - Engadget
There are a few reasons you might want to factory reset your device, and doing so is easy.
US deployment of space weapons raises risks of fresh arms race: China
US acknowledges weapons in orbit for the first time, while Chinese experts warn the move could trigger a new space arms race.
Medicaid work requirements are coming to North Carolina in 2027: Here's what to know
Native American or Alaska Native: Eligible for Indian Health Services. Individuals with complex medical conditions may also qualify for an exemption ...
Mississippi State emerging as potential CFP bracket buster: SEC contenders beware of Kamario Taylor, Bulldogs
'Super' Kamario Taylor leads the Bulldogs' most dangerous team since Dak Prescott anchored this offense in 2014
DR Congo rolls out Ebola vaccine for health workers as death toll rises
50,000 frontline staff to receive a jab for a different Ebola strain, with 20,000 enrolled in a one-year clinical trial.
Trump cuts short weekend, unexpectedly returns to White House amid rising Middle East tensions
US President Donald Trump unexpectedly returned to the White House from Camp David on Saturday as tensions escalated in the Middle East. The move came after Saudi Arabia said Iran-backed Houthis launched a ballistic missile toward Riyadh. The State Department and US embassies also issued security al
Trump wants to rename AI, and his 3 suggestions are already raising eyebrows
President Donald Trump sought to rename artificial intelligence, calling the term 'inaccurate' and 'very ineloquent' and asking for suggestions
Now Trump says he's creating an AI Force - Engadget
The president said he will soon announce an "AI czar" to run this newly made-up agency.
Broken Sword creator explains why he’s choosing humans over AI to develop 2 remake
Co-founder Charles Cecil says humans are better at capturing emotion and character than AI tools.
Theory Beyond Theorems and Proofs: A Guest Post
Scott’s foreword: I’m extremely grateful to my brilliant colleagues, Pravesh Kothari, Raghu Meka, and Prasad Raghavendra, for sharing the guest post below about how theoretical computer…
Jehovah’s Witnesses allow blood-derived products but keep ban on whole-blood transfusions
The Jehovah’s Witnesses have partly eased their longstanding prohibition on the medical use of donated blood.
College football winners, losers: Alabama QB Keelon Russell has arrived, Texas A&M faceplants
Keelon Russell breaks out for Alabama, NC State suffers an all-time late collapse against Vanderbilt and the state of Kentucky enjoys a historic Saturday
Two Germans add their own art to Louvre’s Mona Lisa hall, get arrested
PARIS, Sept 20 — Two Germans were arrested yesterday after they stuck two paintings on a wall of the hall that hosts the Mona Lisa in Paris’s Louvre museum, police sources...
Al-Qaida-linked JNIM claims a deadly Mali army camp attack
Al-Qaida-linked JNIM has released videos showing dozens of Malian soldiers it claims to have captured and said more than 100 others were killed in a September 10 attack on an army camp. The claims could not be independently verified, while Malis military confirmed losses but gave no figures.
J Balvin Shares Impassioned Birthday Message for Ex Valentina Ferrer Days After Confirming Breakup
Days after J Balvin and Valentina Ferrer confirmed their breakup, the “Mi Gente” singer wished his former partner of a decade a happy birthday: “Today, all the flowers are for you.”