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7-year-old Nvidia Shield TV Pro gets shocking 50% price hike driven by AI memory shortage
The Shield TV Pro remains one of Nvidia’s longest-running consumer devices, but its $299.99 price tag now makes the streaming box considerably more expensive than when it launched.
Why is this the only pink MacBook available right now? - Engadget
Is it too much to ask for some more colorful laptops?
Scientists spot hidden magnetic state emerging inside a superconductor
YbSb₂ is the first known type-I superconductor to spontaneously break time-reversal symmetry, creating a tiny magnetic field inside itself as it enters the superconducting state.
Why your kefir and kombucha might not be as good for you as you think
They sit alongside the yogurts and juices in supermarket fridges, promising 'billions of good bacteria' and better 'gut health'.
Last-minute best bets for NFL Week 4: Cowboys welcome Joey Porter Jr. with upset win, Rams edge out Eagles
Why the Rams, Packers, Cowboys, Seahawks and Vikings are the five teams to back in Week 4
Serbian populist leader Vucic launches campaign for prime minister
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is seeking to extend his hold on power through a parliamentary vote.
This Bear's Casual Farmer's Market Pastry Run in Aspen Has the Internet Losing It
Shoppers at the Aspen Saturday Market got an unplanned visitor this past weekend, and he had absolutely no interest in the artisan soap or the fresh …
Jon Stewart Crashes 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' as NYC Sewer Scavenger: 'Giuliani Is Still Mayor' Down There
"Daily Show" host Jon Stewart crashed Jimmy Kimmel's monologue Friday, playing a sewer scavenger that lives with Giuliani and the Mets.
Amazon responds to data center backlash, says it no longer uses NDAs
The CEO of Amazon Web Services tried to push back against widespread suspicion of data centers.
What's the difference between battery capacity and battery life? - Engadget
A battery with high capacity should last a long time, but it depends more on what you do with the device.
Alternative Health Influencer Boasts That He's Been Drinking From a Radioactive Jug for 250 Days Straight
Holistic influencer Matt Roeske recently bragged that he's been drinking from an irradiated jug for the better part of a year.
GP reveals simple diet that helped rid her of pre-cancerous HPV cells
Dr Rosemary Nyabadza presumed the routine smear test she had six years ago would be no more than a formality - but the results left her in shock.
McIlroy urges stars to play Australian Open
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy is urging other big names from overseas to head Down Under and play the Australian Open.
Benson Boone Says Fan Caught Him in Extremely Awkward Bathroom Moment
Benson Boone revealed that he once had a fan wander into the bathroom while he was full-on Porky Piggin' it at the urinal.
Washington University endowment hits $13.3B, dwarfing every other St. Louis college
The total is more than six times that of the second-wealthiest institution in the region. East Central College posted the largest percentage gain.
Before Lioness, Laysla De Oliveira Played A Marvel Mutant On A Forgotten X-Men TV Show - TVLine
Laysla De Oliveira was tearing it up in the world of Marvel's X-Men before starring in Taylor Sheridan's Lioness on Paramount Plus.
Researcher, Dartmouth Professor and Provost Face Accusations of Secretly Using AI - Slashdot
"The winner of the Nikon Small World in Motion competition is under investigation," writes the photography news site PetaPixel , "after scientists accused Dr Ning Xu of using AI in his video." The Nikon competition is about showcasing the beauty, complexity, and artistry of the microscopic world. T.
Mrvan, Regnitz facing off for Northwest Indiana U.S. Congress seat
Incumbent Rep. Frank Mrvan is seeking another term while Republican Porter County Commissioner Barb Regnitz hopes to take his seat.
Today's emissions choices could limit Antarctic ice loss and sea-level rise for coastal communities
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions now may limit how much ice Antarctica loses this century and reduce the sea-level rise facing coastal communities, according to findings from a new study.
Why newborn screening matters - Wausau Pilot & Review
Newborn screening is one of the first important health checks a baby receives, helping families and providers identify potential concerns before ...
Josh Heupel made the hard call benching former 5-star Faizon Brandon, but what happens next for Tennessee?
The Vols chose George MacIntyre's floor over Faizon Brandon's ceiling in a win over Auburn. Now they face a crossroads
Tarik Skubal pitches Dodgers past Braves in Game 1 of NLDS: MLB roundup
Skubal (1-0) gave up one run on two hits with two walks and seven strikeouts in his first postseason start for Los Angeles after arriving in a trade-deadline deal from the Detroit Tigers.
Could the state really seize your home? Read our definitive guide
An Englishman's home is his castle - except if it has been left empty, it seems.
Look: Netflix renews 'Watcher' for Season 2 - UPI.com
Netflix has announced it renewed "The Watcher" for a second season. Naomi Watts, Bobby Cannavale, Isabel Gravitt and Margo Martindale co-star.
The Agent Said It Was Done. The Database Disagreed.
A Blog post by Microsoft on Hugging Face
US AI Task Force to Report on Technology’s Risks, WSJ Reports
A new White House task force will produce a report assessing risks posed by artificial intelligence and what responsibility the US federal government should have over the technology, the Wall Street Journal reported.
News Organizations Like CBS Embracing Prediction Markets as "Journalism" Is a Deep Moral Disgrace
CBS threw caution — and its own journalistic integrity — to the wind by signing a partnership with prediction market Kalshi for the elections.
The surprising real cause of prediabetes (and how to reverse it) | BBC Science Focus Magazine
It's a worrying trend, given that prediabetes is associated with numerous health issues ... But as with most other medical conditions, early ...
Ohio State rolls past Iowa behind big games from Sayin, Smith
Julian Sayin threw for 324 yards and three touchdowns, two to Jeremiah Smith, and No. 5 Ohio State beat No. 14 Iowa 31-14 on Saturday.
Pelosi-backed US candidate calls for ‘full arms embargo’ on Israel
Connie Chan, endorsed by Nancy Pelosi to succeed her in California, says she will vote to 'end a genocide in Gaza'.
Thousands pack arena in Belgrade as Serbia's leader Vucic launches prime minister bid
Thousands of supporters of Serbia's populist leader Aleksandar Vucic have packed Belgrade's largest arena for the launch of his campaign for prime minister
Dakota Johnson hosts ‘SNL’ tonight — Here’s how to watch for free
Johnson becomes an “SNL” three-timer tonight.
Capcom is preparing for a ‘future where we create games together with AI’
During a presentation on the future of RE Engine, Capcom laid out its plans to embrace AI in ‘development workflows.’
Milt Windler, NASA flight director who helped save Apollo 13, dies at 94
Milt Windler, one of the four leaders of Mission Control who in 1970 directed the round-the-clock efforts to bring the Apollo 13 astronauts back to Earth safely, has died at the age of 94. Windler died on Thursday, surrounded by his loving family, according to a brief notice posted online. Named a NASA flight director in 1968 after working on recovery operations during the Mercury and Gemini programs, Windler also led a shift of flight controllers for the Apollo 8 first circumlunar flight and Apollo 10 lunar landing dress rehearsal, as well as the second, third and fourth moon landings — Apoll
Scientists resurrected 160-million-year-old proteins from extinct mammals; some were stronger against drug-resistant bacteria than modern human versions, raising new hopes for antibiotic research
deep in the evolutionary past. At the University of Oregon, researchers reconstructed proteins that existed as far back as 160 million years ago and found that some of their antimicrobial fragments could outperform corresponding versions found in humans when tested against drug-resistant bacteria, s
Fibre or protein – which is more important? ‘It’s about balance,’ experts say
With proteinmaxxing and fibremaxxing trends both taking over, it can be difficult to understand which is more important. Should we focus on eating enough protein each day and hitting our targets, or should fibre be the priority for gut health and well-being? To answer these questions, we spoke to tw
College football winners, losers in Week 5: Keelon Russell sparks Alabama to new level, Florida collapses
Russell sparks the Crimson Tide in a blowout road win, while the Gators collapse against Missouri and Bryce Underwood struggles in Michigan's upset loss
Iran war live: Yemeni forces strike Sanaa as Trump warns Tehran of hard way
Fighting in Yemen displaces more civilians, as Trump says a decision on Iran is coming.
OpenAI safety leader resigns over workplace culture
OpenAI safety leader resigns over workplace culture
New claims emerge after death of Gypsy Rose’s ex-fiance
Ken Urker’s sister has slammed Gypsy Rose amid a longstanding internet feud.
US charges man with smuggling $300mn of AI servers to China
The US has arrested Greg Lui, accused of smuggling over $300mn of GPU servers to China via Malaysia and Singapore using false paperwork.
BlackBerry Bold 9700 Phone Price, Specs, Comparison and Reviews (4th October 2026) | Gadgets 360
BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone and 1500 mAh battery. Find BlackBerry Bold 9700 latest price, detailed specs, reviews, ratings, and more.
Feeling secure in a group may help dissenters make stronger arguments
When everyone in a meeting voices the same opinion, an organization can miss important warning signs and new ideas. A research team from KAIST suggests that when members feel securely accepted within their group, they can express dissenting opinions in greater detail and more persuasively, and other
Doctors, insurers sue Newsom over health insurance premium increases - CalMatters
Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering issues that affect all Californians. Sign up for WhatMatters to ...
Panthers vs. Lions prediction: Explosive offenses poised for potential 'Sunday Night Football' shootout
Injury-riddled defenses will have trouble getting off the field in this clash between high-scoring squads
Brazil’s Lula and Bolsonaro close campaigns ahead of critical election
Latest polls suggest Lula's lead over Bolsonaro is narrowing, with neither candidate likely to win outright on Sunday.
Tyson Fury Has Special Request For Donald Trump For Fight With Anthony Joshua
Tyson Fury says he will invite President Donald Trump to join his ring walk for Anthony Joshua on Dec. 11 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Capcom wants its RE Engine to become an "AI-generation game engine"
Capcom has detailed plans to turn its RE Engine into an "AI-generation game engine" as part of its ongoing REX Project overhaul.
AI may cost us our ability to listen, oral historian warns in the Guardian
Much of the worry about AI is that it will erode how well we write. Australian oral historian Shirleene Robinson thinks the bigger loss may be our ability to listen. She made the case in an opinion column for The Guardian. “Listening to different views and entering into different worlds is integral
Reading hidden topology in light, even when energy leaks away
When I explain topology to students, I start with a knot in a rope. You can stretch it, twist it or shake it, but the knot stays until you cut the rope. Physicists have found that some materials and devices carry similar "knots" in how waves move through them. These are topological properties, label
Discovery reveals how nervous system helps control length of protective nerve coatings
Researchers at Upstate Medical University have identified a key mechanism that helps determine the length of myelin, the protective coating that surrounds many nerve fibers and allows signals to travel efficiently through the nervous system.
Family told to call locksmith over mental health fears
A force should have flagged mental health services after a family called about their son, IOPC says.
‘Concerning’: Accused flydubai hijacker’s Victorian links under investigation
Victoria’s joint counterterrorism taskforce is probing the FlyDubai pilot’s links to Australia.
Mamdani, Irish PM play bingo, ‘split the G’ in New York
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shared a video riding the subway with Irish PM Micheal Martin during UN week.
September Jobs Data Backs An October Hold: I See A Problem (SP500)
Read to learn why a Fed rate hold could be bearish: bond vigilantes may push long-term yields higher, shifting money from stocks to bonds.
Zach Bryan's Drummer Wears 'Palestine' Jersey With Special Meaning
Zach Bryan's drummer joined in on his pro-Palestinian outfit choice at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium ... by wearing a jersey with a special meaning.
ML News
Machine-learning papers from arXiv that are being discussed on Hacker News, with plain-language summaries.
Sony’s WH-1000XM5 Are Premium Wireless Heaphones That Have Dropped To A Mid-Range Price On Amazon, Thanks To A 25% Discount; Gets Yours For $298 Only
Sony's WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones drop to $298 on Amazon with a 25% discount, bringing premium noise cancelling and 30-hour battery life to a mid-range price
Liberty Auto Tech Goes To Work. Then He Realizes He’s Been Replaced By A Robot
An auto tech says that a new scanner might take his job. Are machines coming for automotive jobs?
The rise and fall of America's deadly love affair with the cigarette
Cancer stick. Coffin nail. Cowboy killer. Those are nicknames, through the decades, for the cigarette — the once-glamorous desideratum of American society that has been tied to tens…
Florida's reality check: Missouri exposes flaws that could derail Gators in crowded SEC race
Missouri certainly revealed a few weaknesses on Saturday, but is it time to hit the panic button?
Bosnia-Herzegovina to hold general elections
A total of 75 political parties, 29 coalitions and four independent candidates will compete for seats in government bodies at various levels
NYT Pips Answers And Walkthrough For Sunday, October 4
Looking for help with today's New York Times Pips? We'll walk you through today's puzzle and help you match dominoes to tiles.
Brooklyn Beckham & Nicola Peltz Skip Victoria's Fashion Show, Enjoy Paris Outing
Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz skipped his mom Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show and instead painted the town red ... uh, rouge ... so it's safe to say their family feud may still be ongoing.