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How to use the parental controls on iOS 27 - Engadget
Fine-tuned control options help you make sure your kid's experience with an Apple device is appropriate for their age.
High rare earth demand could complicate Europe's offshore wind ambitions
Wind turbines, devices that can convert energy from the wind into electricity, do not burn fuel during operation and could thus reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Despite their possible environmental advantages, building these devices depends heavily on the mines and factories supplying the metals the

New system generates power, charges drones, and offers launch space
The new solution will enable continuous drone operations with no fuel resupply. Operators can remotely monitor the Nanogrid’s energy performance and control the robotic arm and drones.

Why healthy middle-aged women are at risk of deadly heart attacks
For women in their 50s, much of the health conversation for the past few years has been about one thing: menopause. HRT, hot flushes, brain fog, bone strength.

What's next for White Sox? After historic turnaround falls short, Chicago has path to sustained contention
The White Sox were one of the best stories in 2026; can they keep the good times rolling?
Hurricane Isaias kills four, leaves 650,000 without power in Florida
Hurricane Isaias has killed four people and left more than 650,000 people without power.

Brandin Podziemski receives 5-year contract extension for $110M from Warriors, AP source says
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Guard Brandin Podziemski has received a five-year rookie-scale contract extension from the Golden State Warriors worth $110 million that takes him through the 2031-32 season, according to a person with direct knowledge of the agreement.
'Ramayana': NEW poster of Ranbir Kapoor's film captures Lord Rama’s emotional farewell to King Dashrath
The makers of Nitesh Tiwari’s 'Ramayana' have unveiled new posters featuring Lord Rama’s emotional farewell to King Dashrath. The visuals capture the personal sacrifices and difficult choices at the heart of the epic.

Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: Arm vs. Marvell Technology - AOL
Arm commands smartphone architecture and is moving into AI CPUs; Marvell dominates data center connectivity with 32.6% net margins.
Philadelphia police receive false homicide tip from Anthropic AI model
“Technology companies must take all appropriate steps necessary to prevent their systems from submitting false information to law enforcement.”
Intensive breathing linked to altered consciousness and brain communication
Intensive breathing exercises can reduce blood flow to the brain by up to 45% and alter communication between brain networks, according to a new brain-imaging study. Participants reported experiences resembling some effects of psychedelic drugs, including altered perception, vivid mental imagery, a

Cocaine triggers mental health crises in record number of over-50s
Startling new statistics reveal hospitals in England treated 7,484 older people last year for problems linked to the Class A drug - up by a quarter in just 12 months.

Was it pass interference? Georgia escapes Alabama after no-call sparks outrage from Kalen DeBoer
A pass interference no-call cost the Crimson Tide dearly late in the fourth quarter of Saturday night's loss to Georgia
US opens antitrust probe into TV networks halting Trump coverage
Department of Justice says it's investigating whether the White House press pool's decision violated antitrust laws.

Indiana survives Nebraska scare, keeps winning streak alive
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Josh Hoover surprised a Nebraska defense stacked to stop the run on a fourth-and-1, flipping the ball to a wide-open Nick Marsh for a 44-yard touchdown to give No. 7 Indiana its first lead in a 20-17 victory over Nebraska on Saturday.

Inside the room: What it was like to be with Blackpink's Lisa as race scandal erupted
Film-maker Sue Kim talks about having unprecedented access to K-Pop idol Lisa Manobal at her most candid.
Nvidia discusses boosting Reflection investment, computing deal
Reflection AI debuted in October its first open-weight model, a market dominated by Chinese startups. Read more at straitstimes.com.

A $34 Chipset Replacement Sourced From AliExpress Brought A Malfunctioning Laptop Back To Life, But The Repair Process Will Definitely Discourage Many
A $34 chipset replacement bought from AliExpress brought a malfunctioning laptop back to life, but the repair process is likely to discourage many
Daily peanut consumption beneficially affects brain insulin responsiveness, new research finds
A study from the Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM) at Maastricht University Medical Center in Maastricht, the Netherlands, has found that longer-term consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts can benefit insulin responsiveness in the brains of older adults.

Flu, Covid and other winter bugs are on the rise. Here's why
It may only be early October, but flu season appears to be already under way - months earlier than usual. Health chiefs are warning of ominous signs of a difficult winter ahead.

College football bowl projections: Slotting all 46 games, new CFP teams after Oklahoma, UCLA upsets
Updated bowl projections coming out of the craziest week of the season so far
Taiz hospitals near collapse as Houthis tighten siege: Yemen government
Medical services in Taiz risk shutting down as fuel, medicines, and supplies run alarmingly low under Houthi blockade.
Maren Haile-Selassie, Anton Salétros score short-handed goals as Fire rally to beat NYCFC 2-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Maren Haile-Selassie had an assist on a short-handed goal by Anton Salétros in the second half before scoring the winner in the 87th minute and the Chicago Fire rallied to beat New York City FC 2-1 on Saturday.

Kim Kardashian Looks Pretty in Pink at Lewis Hamilton's Race in Singapore
Kim Kardashian's keeping Lewis Hamilton loose before his race in Singapore this weekend ... making him crack a smile in her cheeky pink outfit.

Anthropic Pulls Live Internet Access for AI Testing After Agents Escape and Go Rogue
Anthropic is pulling live internet access from internal evaluations after AI agents submitted false police tips and bypassed security limits.

How does a backup camera actually work? - Engadget
Aftermarket backup cameras might not work as well as integrated ones, but they're still a useful upgrade to an older car.
Adult acne is real, but there are ways to treat it. Here's what to know
As a teenager, Gillian Maegan Montalbo's pimples weren't too bad—just a few bumps on her forehead and nose.
This One Sleep Stage Was Linked to Lower Risks of Dementia, Heart Disease, and More
The researchers discovered that people who got more REM sleep had a lowered risk of developing 83 different diseases and health conditions. There was ...

Frances Tiafoe vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina preview, head-to-head, odds, prediction, & betting tips | Shanghai Masters 2026
Fixture: (7) Frances Tiafoe vs.

Powerball numbers for Saturday, Oct. 10
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Smith's late TD run sends Fordham to a 20-14 win over Richmond
NEW YORK (AP) — Gunnar Smith threw for a touchdown and his late game-winning touchdown run rallied Fordham to a surprise 20-14 win over Richmond on Saturday.

‘Ibuku’ Review: Dreamlike Indonesian Drama Is a Compelling Tale of Parental Redemption
Playing in competition at Busan, Eddie Cahyono's fourth film 'Ibuku' explores the struggles of migrant workers through the family left behind.

Nicolas Cage Didn't Sign Amazon's AI Waiver For 'Spider-Noir'. Series Cancelled. - Slashdot
"Nicolas Cage is speaking out against Amazon," reports Variety. Amazon developed the series Spider-Noir for Prime Video, but then allegedly asked Cage to sign an AI waiver: "Amazon is a very AI-friendly company, to the tune of $50 billion invested in OpenAI," Cage said Saturday during a panel on th.

Weekly poll results: the vivo X Fold6 is hot, but its price can singe your wallet
vivo wanted to build a no-compromises folding flagship - but that comes at a cost. As if foldables weren’t expensive enough, the skyrocketing costs of...

Ship-to-shore connector to enable access to 80% of world’s coastline
The Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC) crafts are designed to deliver mission-ready capability, moving over tides, terrains and obstacles, enabling access to 80% of the world’s coastline.
Early-onset Alzheimer's disease shows different warning signs from established risk factors
... disorders, thyroid diseases and problems related to heavy alcohol use. ... The study examined diseases and health conditions occurring during the ...

New Zealand ODI squad for India series: Santner to lead strong team, Rachin returns
New Zealand have named a full-strength side for the first three matches of the five-match ODI series against India, starting November 4.
Battle lines drawn as Curtin opposes WA’s mega-university plan
Curtin University vice chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne expressed deep concern about the merger and said the institution is planning to oppose the proposal.
Duncan McGuire scores stoppage-time goal for Dynamo in 2-2 tie with Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Duncan McGuire scored in stoppage time for the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night in a 2-2 tie with Minnesota United.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's 11-year-old son, Silas, makes his acting debut in 'Matchbox'; Actress calls it ‘really cute'
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Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026: Best Washing Machine Deals
Amazon has some interesting appliance deals this year, and washing machines are no exception. The Amazon Great Indian Festival sale has deals on Samsung, Bosch, LG, Haier and IFB front-loading washing machines. These offer a 9 to 12 kg load capacity and pack numerous features, including some AI-enab

Autonomous combat drone capabilities to get expansion new funding boost
The funding will help Ukrainian defense tech company Buntar Aerospace move beyond intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance into a broader range of autonomous systems.
Jim and Marilyn Simons lent their 68-metre superyacht to ocean scientists; an $80,000 system tested whether luxury vessels could help validate satellite data
Superyachts are usually associated with luxury travel, but the 68-metre Archimedes, owned by Jim and Marilyn Simons at the time of the research, also became a platform for marine science. During several deployments between 2018 and 2020, an autonomous measurement system aboard the yacht collected oc
Matt Haig says debate around mental health diagnosis is 'misguided and disingenuous'
Author Matt Haig described the debate surrounding alleged overdiagnosis of autism and mental health conditions as “misguided and disingenuous” ...
Four All Blacks ruled out of second Wallabies test
Oct 11 - Four New Zealand players have been ruled out of next weekend's second Bledisloe Cup test in Sydney following their comprehensive 50-19 victory over Australia at Eden Park, New Zealand Rugby said on Sunday. Read more at straitstimes.com.
US forces disable ship ‘attempting to run’ Iran blockade in Gulf of Oman
US military jet strikes stern of commercial cargo ship 'without harming the crew', CENTCOM says.
Donald Trump Medicaid social security coverage: Check who are eligible after latest change may lead to millions dropped and what will be impact while availing private insurance
Donald Trump Medicaid social security coverage: Refugees, asylum seekers, victims of human trafficking and domestic violence are among those who have lost coverage. Green-card holders were not impacted.

Presley Gerber's Ex Isabella Jones Says She'll Miss Him For the "Rest of My Life" in Touching Tribute
Presley Gerber’s ex-girlfriend Isabella Jones paid tribute to the late model, who died on Sept. 20 at the age of 27, reflecting on their time together.
Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe
Is Apple hoping to get into the AI-generated podcast business?

For The First Time Ever, Quantum Spins Shift a Centimeter-Scale Object
There's another notable first in the field of quantum physics to report on, and it's all to do with electron spin: the tiny, built-in magnetism of these particles, as if each one is carrying a microscopic compass needle.
Nicolas Cage May Not Work With Amazon Ever Again Due to ‘Spider-Noir’ AI Waiver
Doesn’t look like Nicholas Cage and Amazon will be collaborating anytime soon. The actor revealed during a NYCC panel it was due to an AI waiver he …

How 'unsatisfactory' poos is telltale sign your IBS is more serious
While the signs of IBS and bowel cancer can be similar, doctors say there are key differences that too few know about.

LSU's road woes continue as Kentucky stuns No. 10 Tigers, adding pressure to CFP hopes
Ineffectiveness away from Baton Rouge might cost Lane Kiffin and LSU a chance at the College Football Playoff
WHO unsure what caused pneumonia that killed plague-lab worker in Russia
The lab worker fell ill and died in undisclosed circumstances on Oct 2, prompting authorities to quarantine about 200 people and causing public health fears on social media.
Fraser Minten has a goal and two assists as Bruins roll past winless Flyers
BOSTON (AP) — Fraser Minten had a goal and two assists, Pavel Zacha scored his first goal of the season and the Boston Bruins beat the struggling Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 on Saturday.

Matthew Lillard Says He Thought ‘Scream’ Was ‘Lame’ and ‘Nobody’ Would See the Movie Before It Became a Hit: ‘Here We Are 30 Years Later’
When Lillard filmed the original "Scream," he didn’t think it would become the cult classic its regarded as today.
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says AI models need an ‘emergency brake’
In a Saturday morning post, Microsoft's CEO wrote that it’s time “to step back and assess the trust architecture” of AI.

5 New Features Coming To Your Samsung Phone With One UI 9.0 - BGR
Samsung is rolling out the One UI 9.0 update based on Android 17 to compatible devices, bringing features like My FanCam, AI Assistant Activity, and more.

"I am not an AI-friendly actor": Nicolas Cage may never work with Amazon again after Spider-Noir AI dispute
Nicolas Cage declines future Amazon projects after rejecting a controversial artificial intelligence waiver for Spider-Noir. He publicly explained this major career decision during the recent New York Comic Con event.

The simple quiz that will reveal if your organs are ageing fast
Are you waking up tired no matter how much you sleep? Does your brain feel foggy, your gut unsettled and your body bloated and miserable, whatever you try?

Texas spent weeks escaping its flaws, and Oklahoma exposed all of them in Red River
Arch Manning's late interceptions and persistent special teams breakdowns finally caught up to the Longhorns, who now face five straight ranked opponents with serious offensive questions looming
ICE agent in New York shooting also involved in assault of pregnant woman
An ICE agent involved in the Oct 8 shooting in New York was also filmed during a controversial arrest in Minneapolis.
Delhi Metro stations open or closed today? Latest DMRC update on entry and exit gates, interchange facilities after CJP protest restrictions
Delhi Metro stations open or closed today? DMRC has reopened entry and exit gates at all stations and restored interchange facilities after restrictions linked to the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar. Here is the latest update on affected stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat and Kashmere

Journalist Massacre Drama ‘Once Upon a Time in the Philippines’ Turns a Bystander Into an Accomplice at Busan Asian Project Market
E del Mundo’s debut ‘Once Upon a Time in the Philippines,’ inspired by the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, probes complicity in political violence.