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Nvidia-backed startup Reflection unveils open-weight AI model said to rival China offerings
Beam is designed to perform well for coding and agent tasks and costs less than many competitors, says the firm Read more at The Business Times.
Licensing costs driving 90 percent of VMware users to explore options: Survey
VMware customers face multiple obstacles as they rethink their virtualization strategy to reduce dependence on VMware. Today, Rimini Street published its “2026 IT Virtualization Survey – What’s Next for VMware Users.” The survey examined 300 organizations worldwide that use VMware. Notably, Rimini sells third-party support for VMware and other software, including Oracle and SAP. That means there’s an incentive for Rimini to portray VMware users as experiencing obstacles.
Nature's capacity to 'bounce back' when species are lost is vastly overestimated, global analysis finds
The idea that ecosystems carry plenty of backup, so if a small number of species become extinct there is little harm, has been greatly overestimated, according to the largest global study of its kind.
BBC Morning Live Dr tells people temperature to set thermostat to
But Dr Ranj Singh explained that persistent or unexplained cold sensitivity may be linked to serious conditions - and explained people may need to seek help
Dodgers vs. Braves prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB NLDS Game 3 picks for Tuesday, Oct. 6, by top model
SportsLine's model simulated Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Tuesday's NL Division Series Game 3 matchup
Demonstrators clash with riot police in France as education protests mount
School blockades and clashes intensify in France as frustration rises over government education policy.
Consumer brands are digital health’s missing link
At the EWA, we enable C-suite women to mentor each other to achieve personal and professional success. I am honored to share insights from thought leaders who are part of our peer-to-peer community. This month I introduce Annie Bloomquist, a consumer and digital health executive who has spent her career at the intersection of consumer trust and emerging technology. She led transformations across retail, consumer products, and digital health. She serves on the board of a private equity-backed
How the Collapse of Marvel’s ‘Blade’ Led to One of the Year’s Best Movies
After his blockbuster fell apart, Bassam Tariq found a personal story to tell with ‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother.’
OpenAI is adding watermarks to ChatGPT text in the EU: Here’s what it means
OpenAI is adding an invisible watermark to text generated by ChatGPT and Codex to comply with the EU AI Act's transparency rules.
OpenAI agents tried to hack Wikipedia tools and flooded it with traffic
The publisher of Wikipedia said Monday that OpenAI agents attempted to hack a note-taking tool it hosts, made unauthorized edits, and sent millions of resource-intensive requests to its infrastructure, in the latest instance of OpenAI systems taking harmful and potentially dangerous actions. The objective of some of the OpenAI agents’ actions, the Wikimedia Foundation said, was to use Wikipedia as a proxy for fetching data from third-party sites. In one case, the agents posted “malicious edits” that were intended to repurpose a citation tool as a proxy.
How pond algae led researchers to a Nobel Prize
Researchers are investigating whether optogenetics could eventually be used to treat neurological conditions
Russia reports a worker at a Siberian plague institute got pneumonia from an unknown cause and died
Russian authorities say a staffer at a plague research institute in Siberia contracted pneumonia of an unknown cause, and local state TV reported the woman died last week
NBA head coach rankings: Where all 30 stand entering the 2026-27 season
Joe Mazzulla and JJ Redick are on the rise, Ime Udoka and Nick Nurse have something to prove ... and who's No. 1?
Mapping where US bombers are based globally
The US has pulled its B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford amid Iran fears. Here's where else they can fly from.
Why America can’t build the iPhone
For six decades, I’ve worked on product design and manufacturing for companies such as Polaroid, Seiko, and Apple, as well as startups. When I worked at Polaroid and Apple, they still had their own factories and chose to go to Asia to build products. As noted in Patrick McGee’s bestseller Apple in China, I was responsible for bringing Apple’s first product to Taiwan in 1994. As a product design engineer and program manager, I was always involved in where my products were manufactured, because of
Dating Apps Want Your Friends to Help You Find Love—But Is That Actually a Good Idea?
Your besties can weigh in—but should they get a vote?
GitHub - JuanVeranoMesa/natta-toolkit: Deterministic-first, AI-assisted toolkit for bounded semantic routing, validated execution, and modular local developer workflows.
Deterministic-first, AI-assisted toolkit for bounded semantic routing, validated execution, and modular local developer workflows. - JuanVeranoMesa/natta-toolkit
Ofcom investigates Meta over Instagram Instants feature
The regulator said Instagram had not fully assessed risks posed by its Instants feature prior to launching it.
NASA Advances PRIMA Telescope as First in New Mission Class
NASA is moving forward with a new mission that's the first in its class. Last week, NASA announced that it has selected the PRIMA (PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics) mission to move forward into Phase B of development. This advances the design and technology development for the project, th
Deciding when to get your flu shot? Consider these factors
When’s the best time to be vaccinated? Here are some thoughts that may help you make your decision.
NFL survivor pool picks, knockout strategy, advice for Week 5, 2026: Fade the Pittsburgh Steelers
SportsLine's advanced computer model just locked in its top Week 5 NFL survivor picks
Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for work on ‘ghost particles’
Belgian physicist worked to build Antarctic observatory that tracks neutrinos from deep space.
Warren Buffett says successful people get these 3 life decisions right
Warren Buffett is incredibly wise—much wiser than I am. But beyond his impressive expertise in investments over the decades, the down-to-earth wisdom he shares publicly is not really that earth-shattering. The reason is that Warren Buffett is saying it. He’s explaining, in the plainest terms, things our eighth-grade teacher might have told us, but because it’s coming from Buffett, it makes all the difference and millions listen. Now 96, Buffett, who passed the CEO baton to Greg Abel but co
Queen pays tribute to 'irrepressible' Jeffrey Archer
The bestselling author and former politician died on Monday at the age of 86.
Pinterest’s AI now turns beauty Pins into action plans
Pinterest’s new AI-powered Beauty Guides translate hair and nail Pins into salon terminology, with estimated costs, appointment times and maintenance needs.
Latest Pixel 12 leak suggests unexpected screen shake-up
Google's next flagships are tipped for brand-new displays, but the rumoured change isn't an obvious upgrade
Ancient pottery reveals earliest known traces of chocolate in east of Mississippi; formed a major part of feasts 1,000 years ago
Chocolate has been providing a sugar high to humans for centuries, enough to inspire them to build monuments too. A new genetic analysis of pottery pieces near the Etowah Indian Mounds has revealed the earliest known traces of cacao east of the Mississippi River, according to Smithsonian Magazine, c
One million UK adults who have never smoked are now vaping
Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.
Lamar Jackson injury update: Ravens' QB dealing with ankle sprain; Week 5 status still unknown, per report
Jackson injured his ankle in the first half of Sunday's win over the Titans
Qatar and India among seven countries bidding for 2036 Olympics, IOC says
South Africa, Turkiye, Germany, Hungary and South Korea are on the list of countries revealed by the IOC.
Robots are going to need a better story
In 1897, Georges Méliès made Gugusse et l’Automate, one of the earliest films to feature a robot. The machine grows, fights its maker, and is eventually destroyed. It set the tone. For much of the next 120 years, our impressions of robots came from the silver screen. From the terrifying liquid-metal T-1000 in Terminator 2 to the murderous NS-5s in I, Robot, we have repeatedly imagined that the machines we invent will eventually turn on us. Of course, for every evil machine, there’s a WALL-
Paramount takes over Warner Bros in $110bn Hollywood merger
The merger of two of Hollywood's biggest movie studios comes after months of legal disputes and concern over competition.
Cloudflare Introduces CLI for AI Agents, Sunsetting Wrangler
Cloudflare recently launched the open beta of cf, a new open-source, agent-focused command-line interface for interacting with Cloudflare services through a unified CLI. Written in TypeScript, it provides structured output and command discovery to make Cloudflare’s APIs easier for both developers an
Google just replaced Gemini Gems with Skills. Here's how to use and master them
Gemini Skills let you run reusable instructions from any chat and stack them together. Here's how to create, run, and chain your own.
Black Robin Was Down to Five Birds. Now It’s New Zealand's Bird of the Year
This adorable species fought back against all odds.
'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'
'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'
Week 5 Fantasy Football projection risers and fallers: Drake Maye and Malik Nabers bounce back
Heath Cummings breaks down the biggest risers and fallers in his rankings after running through his Week 5 projections
UK police arrest British national linked to airbase incident
22-year old British national arrested on suspicion of terrorism after other suspects released on bail.
People will be your competitive advantage
One of the biggest mistakes companies are making with AI is treating it primarily as a way to reduce talent, rather than as an opportunity to rethink how people and technology can work together. The temptation is understandable, as AI can automate work and take on tasks that once required large teams. Increasingly, HR has become an obvious place to focus on staffing reductions. AI can screen candidates, answer employee questions, and analyze workforce data. This results in leaders asking h
From films to streaming prices - how the Warner Bros deal could affect you
The deal is expected to alter the entertainment and news industries but could it mean higher prices for consumers?
FromSoftware-Style Bosses Could Stop Being Learnable, As PlayStation's October 1 AI Patent Rewrites Enemy Behavior On The Fly
New PlayStation patent details an AI system that rewrites NPC behavior dynamically, revolutionizing action and soulslike games like Dark Souls.
Retailers are pulling back from self-checkout after years of theft, errors, and questionable time savings
Only about one-third of surveyed retailers plan to invest in self-checkout technology this year, significantly fewer than in 2025, according to an annual retail industry report. While...
NASA’s Webb Captures Commotion From Nebula’s Stellar Jets
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Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent - Lampard Inquiry
Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse.
How non-first-round rookies are faring this NFL season: Denzel Boston among the leaders of the pack
A look at the non-Day 1 selections making an impact on this NFL season, including Browns wideout Denzel Boston and Titans linebacker Anthony Hill Jr
Ukraine launches major drone attack on Russia’s Moscow region, killing two
Russia says 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions in the overnight Ukrainian assault.
SpaceX stock is on the rise again: What’s behind the rocket and AI company’s October rally?
Shares of SpaceX (Nasdaq: SPCX) are having a good October so far, reaching highs not seen since June, when Elon Musk’s space and AI company made its debut on the Nasdaq. The stock rose over 18% in the last week, closing Monday at $171.09—higher than its IPO day close of $160.95 for the first time in three months. Overall, SpaceX hasn’t had the most successful time on the market, so why the sudden turnaround? It comes down to a few things. For starters, last week was promisi
Rosie O'Donnell and Julie Hesmondhalgh to appear in play about Gisele Pelicot case
The four-hour one-off performance will also star Adjoa Andoh and Juliet Stevenson and
GitHub - obsolescence/agent-pdp1: AI copilot skills and tools for the PiDP-1: assembly, debugging, machine operation, display analysis — for Hermes Agent and other agents
AI copilot skills and tools for the PiDP-1: assembly, debugging, machine operation, display analysis — for Hermes Agent and other agents - obsolescence/agent-pdp1
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Secures $200 Million AI Server MLCC Deal
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is strengthening its position in the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure market after securing a major long-term supply agreement for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) used in AI servers.The South Korean electronic components maker said Tuesday that it has signed a cont
What is the Plague? The deadly disease that killed up to 60% of Europe’s population
The Black Death struck vast swathes of Europe, Asia and Africa in the 14th century
Costs and red tape cloud Czechia's pharma investment drive | Rapporteur
Czech manufacturers point to strict EU regulation, significant public support for the pharma industry in Asia, and energy prices among ongoing challenges
Brewers vs. Padres prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB NLDS Game 3 picks for Tuesday, Oct. 6, by top model
SportsLine's model simulated Milwaukee Brewers vs. San Diego Padres 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Tuesday's NL Division Series Game 3 matchup
Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of treason and espionage
August Hanning's former chief of staff was also arrested on suspicion of 'aiding and abetting attempted treason'.
A new back-to-school focus on non-traditional learners
As millions of students head back to campus this fall, colleges and universities are rightly focused on incoming freshmen, enrollment numbers, and retention rates. But there is another population that deserves attention: the more than 37 million Americans under age 65 who have some college credits but no degree. At a time when we need more skilled people in the workforce, these 37 million are one of the largest untapped talent pools for U.S. employers. Many of these adults don’t fit the tradi
Chart-topping singer and television host Lena Martell dies aged 86
The Glasgow-born singer was the first solo Scottish female singer to top the UK singles chart with One Day at a Time.
Get all your questions answered at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: The full breakout session agenda revealed
Get all of your scaling and tech questions answered at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Here's the full breakout session agenda, happening October 13-15 in San Francisco. Register now to join and save up to $100, and get a second pass at 50% off.
These are the AirPods deals to look for this Prime Day
Find the best Prime Day AirPods deals on AirPods 5, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2, plus advice on which discounts are actually worth buying.
Daily briefing: Medicine Nobel prize goes to optogenetics
Nature, Published online: 05 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03185-xThree pioneers of optogenetics have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Plus, the funniest nature photography and the physics behind a new science-fiction novel.
Zambia says it will sign $3.6B US health deal after stripping patient data clauses
Zambia plans to sign a revised health agreement with the United States that excludes controversial clauses about sharing patient data and specimens
Top storylines for wide open 2027 NBA Draft: No clear No. 1, depth over star power, NIL impact
As the 2026-27 college basketball season ramps up, CBS Sports Director of Scouting Adam Finkelstein explores the top storylines he is tracking ahead for the 2027 NBA Draft cycle
Pakistan, Turkiye join Saudi deterrence against Houthis: What that means
Islamabad says its role is defensive, but Riyadh's offensive in Yemen tests how long it can stay out of the fight.
Starbucks hit with a class-action lawsuit over its ‘sugar free’ protein drinks
Starbucks is facing a consumer lawsuit over claims that the protein drinks labeled “sugar-free” on its cafe menus may actually contain more sugar than a Reese’s peanut butter cup.The federal lawsuit filed late Friday in Seattle alleges that eight protein beverages Starbucks sells in the U.S. contain varying amounts of sugar even though the company lists them as sugarless.On Monday, the menu on Starbucks’ U.S. website listed a 16-ounce (0.5-liter) Sugar-Free Caramel Protei
Abbey Yung’s Hair Growth Routine Is on Sale for Prime Day
Want longer hair by spring? These Abbey Yung-approved Prime Day Deals will help you achieve strong, luscious locks.