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Petivity's new smart feeder asks the question 'what if Flock, but for cats?' - Engadget
In all seriousness, this smart feeder could be quite handy for multi-cat households.
Trump rejects AI slowdown calls, launches "AI Force" instead
Donald Trump has said that the US would appoint a new AI tsar and create an “AI Force” while offering a full-throated defense of the emerging industry in the face of a growing popular backlash. The US president’s announcement comes as leading industry figures have sounded the alarm that humans could lose control over the rapidly advancing technology without a slowdown in development. However, rather than announcing regulation as some have demanded, Trump has dismissed safety concerns as a “hoax.”Read full article Comments
Typhoon Dujuan tracking close to Tokyo triggers rare evacuation alert
More than 1.9 million people are under evacuation orders as Typhoon Dujuan batters Japan.
Patrick Clancy gives first TV interview on '60 Minutes' after Lindsay Clancy mistrial
Clancy talked about his grief, saying he battled suicidal thoughts after the killings and experienced a panic attack while testifying at Lindsay Clancy's trial when attorneys played to jurors his 911 call to report the children's deaths.
Eagles lineman calls for change after 157-degree Titans turf melts players' cleats
The turf at Nissan Stadium reportedly reached 157 degrees, and Nick Siriani needed an IV
Italy leader Giorgia Meloni announces plans to limit foreign student numbers, ban face coverings in schools
Meloni said the government would bring the proposed legislation to the Council of Ministers, after which it would require parliamentary approval to become law.
Converse responds to outrage over the Instagram ad for its Chuck 70 X sneakers
The sneaker company Converse has removed a social media ad that sparked outrage among critics who viewed it as evoking the Ku Klux Klan and lynching.The Instagram ad photo showed K-pop singer Karina wearing a skirt and holding a pair of Chuck 70 X sneakers. Critics lashed out online, saying that a white triangular image created by lighting on the skirt resembled a KKK hood and that the way she held the sneakers made them look like the dangling feet of a lynching victim.Converse, owned by Nike, i
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27
Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
From first users to billions: Google’s Robby Stein joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
From first users to billions: Google’s Robby Stein joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Lean in on this Builders Stage session. Save up to $200 before Sept 25.
Apple iPhone Duo Wallpapers Are Available to Download Right Now
The iPhone Duo wallpapers are now available to download. The phone will become available to purchase next month.
Australia's future AUKUS nuclear submarines to get UK-built reactors
Rolls-Royce will build the nuclear reactors for every Australian SSN-AUKUS submarine as Britain expands its role in the program.
Alkermes’ orexin agonist shows potential to treat ADHD in early-stage trial
The drugmaker Alkermes said a therapy called an orexin agonist for the first time showed potential to treat people with ADHD in an early-stage study.
Why Paul Skenes blames the World Baseball Classic for decreased velocity as Pirates ace wraps up down season
Skenes currently has a 3.91 ERA on the season, which qualifies as a bad year for the reigning Cy Young winner
Two arrested after fire at Folkestone’s Grand Burstin Hotel
Two people have been arrested after a hotel in Folkestone caught fire, leading to people being forced to evacuate their homes.
Networks Halt TV Pool Coverage Of Trump To Protest POTUS Ban On CNN
ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News and CNN will not be providing TV pool coverage in reaction to the president's restriction.
British Museum bans visitors from photographing Bayeux Tapestry
Visitors stopping to take pictures of the 68m medieval embroidery were holding up others, prompting the rule change.
Google’s $899 Googlebook is a bet that you’ll buy a new laptop for Gemini
Google’s AI-native Googlebook ties Gemini to the cursor, dictation, widgets and other parts of the desktop experience.
Review: Neagley is a worthy spinoff to megahit Reacher
Prime Video looks to have another hit on its hands with Neagley, a new spinoff series set in the same universe as the streaming platform’s critically acclaimed Reacher, now in its fourth season. Both shows are solidly addictive escapist fare, and while Neagley has some uneven elements, it mostly sticks to the successful formula while exploring new ground to give a very different main character her due. (Some spoilers below, but no major reveals.) Reacher fans will already be familiar with Frances Neagley, played to perfection by Maria Sten (Swamp Thing).
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Warning over anxiety pills after 300 hospitalisations and 12 deaths
UK health chiefs are reviewing the safety of a common heart drug used off-label to reduce anxiety symptoms, following a string of fatal overdoses.
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Antonio Guterres: Can the UN still meet today’s global crises?
Al Jazeera’s James Bays sits down with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Becoming ‘AI native’ might not be as profitable as you think. Unless your company does it right
AI is changing everything, from how employees work to what they are working on. But a new Fast Company report in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) revealed that only about 7% of companies are actually generating measurable value from artificial intelligence. According to leaders surveyed for the report, most companies are either scaling AI with only moderate returns (23%), piloting AI initiatives that haven’t scaled (23%), in the early stages of experimenting w
Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac buy historic Wrexham football pub
The Turf is a regular feature on the Welcome to Wrexham Disney documentary series.
I tried the new Apple Health app, and it's everything I wanted from Google Health
Apple is gearing up to launch a new Health app later this year, and it's the AI-infused wellness app I wanted from Google Health.
Googlebooks launch October 4 starting at $899—here are the five models you can preorder today
Google is ready to take a swing at laptops... again. The company has had a lot of success in phones, but it has struggled to parlay that into an effective strategy for larger screens. Chromebooks have been fine as a budget option, but it seems like Google has accepted they'll never compete with macOS or Windows. That's where Googlebooks come in. These new Android-powered laptops are intended to be "real" computers, featuring premium hardware, on-device apps, and powerful development tools. After the Googlebook reveal at I/O this year, Google's partners are now ready to sell you one.
Shoppers know fast fashion harms the environment but keep buying
New RMIT University research suggests environmental awareness alone may not stop people from buying ultra-fast fashion, with price and convenience trumping sustainability concerns for shoppers.
President Trump's newest vaccine 'demands' repeat old misinformation
A day after health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promised that parents concerned about vaccines had a “friend” in the White House, President Trump said he’ll be “demanding” that drug companies split up their combined vaccines.
Ranking 5 worst losses in Week 2: Falcons, Buccaneers and Commanders all in the running
Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers sputtered in New England, while Jayden Daniels suffered another major injury setback as ugly Sunday performances piled up across the league
Poor storage or sabotage? Series of explosions in Syria raises fears
Repeated blasts at military sites expose the risks facing Syria as it rebuilds its army after years of war.
U.S. proposes a ‘notification mechanism’ for AI incidents that affect national security
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday the U.S. has proposed a new “notification mechanism” for artificial intelligence incidents that could affect national security, part of weekend discussions ahead of talks at the White House this week between President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping.“We want a shared vision of common goals and common threats,” Bessent told reporters after talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York. “We think that just
Earl Spencer Says King Charles Went “Ballistic” Over Diana’s Funeral in Shocking New Interview
Princess Diana’s brother has spoken out ahead of a tell-all book about her tragic death.
Where will the next breakout startup come from? Benchmark’s full partnership weighs in at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Where will the next breakout startup come from? Benchmark’s full partnership weighs in on the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Save up to $200 before September 25, 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now.
MediaTek Unveils Dimensity CX C10 Max for Laptops to Rival Qualcomm and Power AI Googlebooks
MediaTek's new 3nm Dimensity CX C10 Max processor brings an 8-core CPU, 55 TOPS AI performance, and Wi-Fi 7 to upcoming Googlebooks.
Drone or a UFO? Viral video of Tehran's night sky baffles viewers
Mysterious lights over Tehran go viral as social media users debate whether they show a drone, aircraft, or a UFO.
British woman falls in love with teh c, asks Singaporeans for tips to prevent stains on teeth
What if your favourite drink came at the cost of your dental health? For one teh c lover in Singapore, her habit of drinking it daily may be doing just that. In an Instagram reel posted on Sept 15, British dietitian Ellie Cheale shared that her dentist had started noticing grey stains on her teeth d
Granit Xhaka admits obtaining fake COVID vaccination certificate, dropped from Switzerland squad
Public prosecutors in Lucerne have launched an inquiry into the veteran midfielder, who has been left out of Switzerland's upcoming matches after apologizing for the 2022 incident
US threatens to ground Iranian airlines worldwide from Wednesday
Treasury Secretary says airports and companies servicing Iranian carriers risk being cut off from the US dollar system.
Is your company’s AI getting smarter every day? It should be
Imagine working with someone who was completely unable to learn, to gain any experience whatsoever. There’s no need to picture someone completely stupid: just think of someone who joins the company, starts to deal with a lot of customers, experiences successes and failures, attends meetings, makes decisions… but one year later, has the same skills and capabilities as on day one. Would you be able to call that person experienced? Surprisingly, that’s exactly what happens with much of the
Cate Blanchett asks theatre audience to stop filming during show
The A-list actress is the latest star to ask fans to put their phones away during performances.
AI shopping scams are getting terrifyingly good – here's how to spot and avoid them | Stuff
Remember when you could spot a dodgy website from a mile away? Unfortunately, that’s no longer the case. Gone are the days of telltale signs like blurry
Apple Mac mini review: The new M6 impresses, but the price hike is rough
The new Mac mini is the kind of Mac upgrade Apple has done a million times. It’s the same design as before but with new guts. These play-it-safe updates aren’t very exciting, but they’re also usually all upside—you get a year or two's worth of technological improvements for the same price you would have paid for the older version yesterday.
Johnson Space Center Sparks Curiosity at Houston’s 33rd Annual Japan Festival
2 Min Read Johnson Space Center Sparks Curiosity at Houston’s 33rd Annual Japan Festival On Sept. 12-13, NASA’s Johnson Space Center employees brought the excitement and wonder of space exploration to Houston’s Japan Festival at Hermann Park. Attendees at the Japan Festival in Houston’s Hermann Park try on real astronaut gloves and a helmet while learning about NASA missions on Sept.
'Other generations just buried it' - Youths share their mental health concerns
The BBC's Catherine Burns spoke to some young mental health ambassadors who called for an increase in mental health support.
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Is it a missile? Is it a drone? What’s the Pelican used by Ukraine?
The use of the Pelican has provoked interest among military analysts as to whether it is a tactical ballistic missile.
Bitcoin just cracked its highest price since January. Why is BTC rising?
Mortgage rates and Treasury yields aren’t the only things shooting to the moon. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has also quietly mounted a significant rally over the past month, eclipsing the $85,000 mark as of this writing on Monday morning. That’s an increase of 14% over the past 30 days, and 21% over the past six months. Though Bitcoin is still down slightly, around 2%, since the beginning of the year, it recently surpassed levels not seen since January. Other popular cryptocurren
London Fashion Week 2026: The five trends we'll see in spring
As London Fashion Week comes to a close, here are the biggest trends for your wardrobe.
Meet the next wave of VCs judging Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Meet the next wave of VCs judging the Startup Battlefield 200 contenders on the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Register by Sept 25, 11:59 p.m. PT, to save up to $200 and to get a front-row seat to one of the most intense startup pitch competition.
Planetary Health Check 2026 finds mounting pressures across Earth's life support systems
Seven breached Planetary Boundaries continue to worsen as record ocean heat, droughts, floods, wildfires and extreme heat reveal an Earth system under strain, according to the latest Planetary Health Check. The annual update is authored by more than 60 scientists and produced by the Planetary Bounda
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Eye health diet 'needs colour and more than 5 a day'
For National Eye Health Week, optometrist Francesca Marchetti recommends a varied diet
College Football Power Rankings: Georgia charges to No. 2 amid shakeup in top five, Texas holds top spot
The Longhorns remained in the No. 1 spot this week, but the Bulldogs continue to challenge as the blowout victories continue
How an economic squeeze is changing everyday life and work for Iranians
Iran’s government is trying to change some work patterns to help save on fuel and energy amid struggles and shortages.
Record global debt requires urgent fiscal action, IMF chief says
The IMF said governments must do more to narrow budget deficits and rein in global debt, which is at a record high. Read more.
Calvin Harris recognised for 1.6m world record DJ set crowd
An estimated 1.6m people attended the Dumfries DJ's set in Sao Paulo in Brazil earlier this year.
Bessent: US suggesting AI alert system with China ahead of Trump-Xi talks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday the U.S. is proposing a notification system between Washington and Beijing on AI amid growing concerns about the technology’s risks to humanity. The system, called the “U.S.-China AI dialogue,” would create a mechanism for the two superpowers to communica
California settles lawsuit against Paramount/Warner merger, angering advocates
California and Paramount Skydance have reportedly reached a settlement allowing the company to complete its $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The settlement, which will reportedly be announced later today, drew condemnation from Democrats and media advocates. "The Paramount/Warner Brothers merger seems facially illegal, and the state AG lawsuit challenging it is very strong," Lina Khan, who chaired the Federal Trade Commission during the Biden administration, wrote yesterday.
Earth is on track for the hottest year on record, experts say
Earth is on track for its hottest year on record after a brutal summer of extreme temperatures, experts say.
Why the start of your run feels so difficult
It’s a problem that affects almost everyone – from someone attempting their first 5K to elite endurance athletes.
Why is this international break so long? Explaining how the four-game window came about and what it's for
A revamped calendar pauses club soccer for nearly three weeks
Elif Eralp: Who is Berlin’s leftist leader dubbed ‘Germany’s Mamdani’?
Victory in Berlin signals that Germany continues to be liberal, that, despite the far right's rise, experts say.
Generation Mining Closes "Bought Deal" Public Offering and Concurrent Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of $240 Million
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The Great British Bake Off 2026 first look shows Paul left speechless by one contestant
The beloved series returns tomorrow.