World in a Pulse
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An Anthropic AI model sent a false homicide tip to Philadelphia police
Anthropic did not discover this behavior until over two months after its AI submitted the false tip.
How California built its Behavioral Health Public County Profile on Databricks
Learn how California used Databricks to launch the Behavioral Health Public County Profile, bringing data transparency and accountability to 40 million residents.
South Korea fires first domestically-built hypersonic glide vehicle
The hypersonic glide vehicle's test in South Korea was conducted to verify critical hypersonic technologies, including flight trajectories, speed, guidance and control systems.
On the Ground at the Power to the People Festival, a Day of Protest Music and Solidarity
Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello convened the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Joan Baez, Jack Black and more musicians to channel protest through song.
Graham Coughlan works his magic again as Waterford dump Bohemians out of FAI Cup
Double dream ends for Gypsies as Blues reach a first final in 22 years
Mexico investigates video said to show cartel members fighting for Ukraine
Mexico is investigating a viral video showing suspected mercenaries chanting cartel slogans while fighting in Ukraine.
Humana Surges On 2027 CMS Ratings, Technical Breakout, Shares Fairly Priced (NYSE:HUM)
Humana surged after its main Medicare Advantage contract regained a 4-star CMS rating for 2027, a major profit catalyst. Read more on HUM stock here.
Screams, haunting scenes and deadly hide-and-seek, as Celebrity Traitors heats up
Episode four saw another contestant killed off, a ghoulish mission near a graveyard and a spooky twist.
AI system submits false homicide tip to Philadelphia police
Anthropic’s AI agent used an online tip line to suggest it had information about an unsolved murder.
NASA issues long-awaited call to industry for private space stations
NASA on Friday released a much-anticipated "request" to the US commercial space industry to develop private space stations that, as early as 2030, will succeed the International Space Station as a place for astronauts to live in low-Earth orbit. In a cover letter accompanying the 360-page "request for proposals," NASA stated its plan: "This will ensure NASA has a sustained human presence in LEO for crew members to perform science and exploration." Several private companies that have worked for years on designing and developing such stations have been keen to learn exactly what capabilities NAS
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Could This Dutch Invention Help Tackle Plastic Pollution in America's Waterways?
The Netherlands has had success with the Bubble Barrier, which pumps air bubbles from the bottom of a canal or river to direct plastic to the surface. Now, Lansing, Michigan, is looking to be the first to install the technology stateside
Doctors warn about the risks energy drinks pose to kids. What families need to know
Sean and Heidi Cripe will never forget the call from their son's high school saying Davis was being taken to the emergency room. “He chugged an energy drink…
USC prize portal WR Terrell Anderson to undergo season-ending surgery
Anderson was a major transfer portal addition for USC in the offseason
Trump confirms Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be by firing squad
The Pentagon said the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be public and livestreamed.
Jeff Bezos: AI could lead to 3-day workweeks, labor shortages
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has an optimistic perspective about the potential impact of AI on the American workforce. In an interview with Fox News on Wednesday, Bezos predicted that productivity gains from AI will allow more families to survive on one income and workers to support themselves by working only three days a week. “Some people will also decide, you know what? I can support my family by working three days a week,” he said. “That’s what productivity in the economy mean
John Cena & Jessica Biel's Action Movie Streams on Apple TV Today
John Cena and Jessica Biel's action flick together has finally landed on Apple TV today, after a long wait.
The maker of non-text AI model Jev valued at $7.5B just weeks after launch
What has users and large corporations so excited about Jev is TypeSafe’s claim that it works significantly faster and uses far fewer tokens than LLMs.
Neanderthal wooden tools from Spain found preserved in stone
The Stone Age owes its name to tools that survived to our time. The material early humans worked with most, though, was probably wood because it is so much easier to process. Unfortunately, we know very little about Paleolithic woodwork because wood rots relatively quickly. But at Abric Romaní, a rock shelter in Capellades, west of Barcelona, mineral-rich water coated wooden Neanderthal tools in a limestone-like crust.
How America’s Worst Industrial Disaster Was Erased From the Record
It involved making bodies disappear, and documentation, too.
Hospitals sue – again – to halt Trump administration’s 340B rebate pilot
The AHA is once again suing the Trump administration over its plan to revamp a federal drug discount program into one that provides after-the-fact rebates instead of upfront discounts.
NFL Week 5 injury report: Eagles' Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith out, Bears' Caleb Williams questionable
Here's a look at the game designations for Week 5 in the NFL
‘Exercise makes you look better naked…’: Sen. Kennedy gives Jon Husted a ‘near heart attack’ moment?
Sen. John Kennedy unleashes a fiery attack on socialism, declaring “Socialism is for morons” as he takes aim at the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and the progressive wing of the Democratic Party. In a hilarious political moment, Kennedy’s remark that “exercise makes you look better naked” r
Anthropic wants you to stop bullying Claude. Cue the ‘Terminator’ memes
Gone are the days when humans could use AI as their virtual punching bags, typing insults in ALL CAPS and forcing chatbots to perform tedious tasks as punishment for subpar responses. At least that’s the case for users of Anthropic’s Claude. In Anthropic’s recent 2026 Usage Policy update, the AI company announced steps to address certain types of actions directed at Claude, banning “sustained and needless abusive or cruel behavior toward our models.” Many A
Star Wars’ New 2027 Release Explores What Happens to Leia After A New Hope
Princess Leia forms new bonds in an upcoming and awaited Star Wars release that takes place after A New Hope.
Amazon and others are done keeping data center deals secret. Is it enough to build trust?
Amazon says it will stop using NDAs when negotiating data center deals with local governments, following a similar move from Microsoft earlier this year. Secrecy has fueled community backlash against AI infrastructure, with opposition leading to hundreds of proposed and enacted moratoriums from New York to San Francisco. Meanwhile, a wave of startups is betting that consumers will hand AI agents access […]
Ukraine’s drones knock out AI data center belonging to "Russia’s Google"
Ukrainian drone strikes have knocked out two of five data centers belonging to the Russian tech giant Yandex. The damage has left Yandex, known as “Russia’s Google” because it operates the country’s most popular search engine, struggling to maintain its AI chatbot and other online services. The Ukrainian drones struck Yandex data centers in the Sasovo and Kaluga regions of Russia on October 8 and October 9, according to Reuters.
NASA Seeks US Industry Plans for Commercial Space Stations
Credit: NASA NASA is advancing American leadership in space by taking the next step toward a future where commercial space stations lead the way in low Earth orbit. On Friday, the agency released its final Request for Proposals inviting industry to submit plans for the next generation of commercial space stations. “In alignment with the President’s National Space Policy, NASA is committed to maintaining a sustained American presence in low Earth orbit long after the International Space Station retires,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.
Workout supplement recalled over illegal and dangerous stimulant
A workout supplement sold nationwide is being urgently recalled because it contains an illegal and life-threatening stimulant.
Jamey Eisenberg's Week 5 Fantasy football sleepers and DFS picks: Roman Wilson poised for breakout vs. Colts
Roman Wilson leads Jamey Eisenberg's Week 5 sleepers, while Aaron Rodgers and Keaton Mitchell offer intriguing DFS value
West Ham’s penalty pain costs them top spot in Championship after QPR draw
The Hammers were unable to leapfrog back to the top of the Championship after a 1-1 London derby draw with QPR
OpenAI fires 3 safety researchers after dispute over AI risks
OpenAI said on Friday that it fired three safety researchers for a “breach of trust,” defending the dismissals after the trio accused the company of putting its corporate interests before safety as the reason for removing them. The ChatGPT maker said in a post on X that it “parted ways” with the researchers after an investigation found “they violated clear policies on handling sensitive information.” The statement comes after the three researchers, Tomek Korbak, Jasmine Wang, and Mik
Amazon Viking Drama ‘Bloodaxe’ Sets Release Date, Debuts Fierce New Trailer at New York Comic Con
Amazon has announced the premiere date for the Viking drama Bloodaxe
Did Claude Help an Amateur Astronomer Discover a New Planet?
Billions of exoplanets are believed to be out there awaiting discovery. AI—with its ability to sift through mountains of data—could speed that process along.
What's been driving Hawaii's lava fountains?
In most cases, hotspot-driven volcanism is relatively sedate, with lava flowing down mountainsides slowly enough that people can walk out of its way. But in a number of locations—Mount Etna, Hawaii, Iceland—lava gets expelled in dramatic fountains that can reach several hundred meters in height. Right now, we're not sure what powers them. However, thanks to a recent set of eruptions at the Kilauea volcano, we have some of the best documentation yet of erupting lava fountains.
These Stanley Kids Tools Are All Under $40—and Make the Perfect Holiday Gift
Get them started early.
Should You Floss or Brush Your Teeth First? Dentists Weigh In
Here's how to make your oral hygiene routine more effective.
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UN envoy warns Yemen has returned to ‘full-scale war’, urges dialogue
Saudi Arabia and Yemen's internationally recognised gov't urge UN Security Council action amid Houthi escalation.
78% of Americans have switched grocery stores for one surprisingly simple reason
Proximity, affordability, and diversity might all be things taken into account when picking one’s favorite grocery store—but the defining factor is something else entirely. According to the recently published 2026 State of Fresh Grocery Shopping Report by consulting company Logile, American grocery shoppers are looking for freshness above all when picking out a store and deciding whether to return. The report’s findings reveal that a store’s reputation and loyalty is mostly built around de
Megan Fox Partners With OnlyFans Founder for Paid-Content Site Giving Fans NSFW Photos
Transformers star Megan Fox reveals her paid NSFW content platform in collaboration with the former OnlyFans founder.
Nik Storonsky: Revolut builds its own AI models and data centres
Revolut’s Nik Storonsky said his “European dream” is a global tech company like Meta, Google or OpenAI, built in Europe, not only a bank.
A Cray-1 supercomputer replica from 30 "obsolete" Mac Minis
The Museo de Historia de la Computación in Spain has unveiled a 1:1 scale visual replica of the famous Cray-1 supercomputer from 1976. Instead of sourcing expensive, cutting-edge tech to run the system, the creative team powered the project with 30 2012-era Mac Minis.
Lethal Injection Was Meant to Be the Most Humane Form of Execution. Why Does It Fail So Often?
The science behind America’s execution drugs is quietly collapsing—and the alternative is bloodier.
Teva Announces U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Approval of WELTRUZA ...
Schizophrenia is a complex medical condition that may require switching from oral options or between long-acting injectable options during the ...
"Does Jorge Jesus have any excuse for benching such a phenomenal player?" - Fans react as Cristiano Ronaldo stars in Al-Nassr win
Fans shared their thoughts on Portugal boss not starting Cristiano Ronaldo after the superstar scored in Al-Nassr's 3-0 Saudi Pro League home win over Diriyah on Friday (October 9).
Explosive device found at Chelsea gas station
Police and the bomb squad removed a suspicious device found near a Speedway gas station in Chelsea this morning.
The Salvation Army Mobilizes Disaster Response Ahead of Hurricane Isaias
/PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams are preparing to respond as Hurricane Isaias, currently a Category 3 hurricane,...
Scrubs Season 2 Ed Quinn & More for Big Roles After Major Cast Members Exited Reboot
Scrubs Season 2 casts Ed Quinn and other actors in key roles following cast exits, introducing new characters to the ABC comedy revival.
Nikon microscopic video competition winner disqualified for using generative AI
Nikon says it’s revisiting its competition rules after the original winner’s video was too good to be true.
Anthropic’s AI gave Philadelphia police a fake tip about an unsolved homicide
Anthropic discovered the fake tip two months after it was submitted.
Major earthquake strikes Panama—damage and injuries are expected
The quake was a strike-slip event, and strong aftershocks could follow
Are Red apples or Green Apples Healthier? Here’s What Dietitians Say
Not every apple is the same. Here’s how to pick the right one for snacking, baking, or cooking.
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Africa Cup of Nations may stay as a biennial event, says CAF chief Motsepe
CAF had declared the Africa Cup of Nations would be held every four years, but may reverse that decision.
Hims & Hers Health climbs 10% amid recent volatile trading (HIMS:NYSE)
Hims & Hers (HIMS) stock jumps 10% on heavy volume after choppy trading.
Scream Reveals New Ghostface Popcorn Bucket for Horror Movie’s Theatrical Rerelease
To celebrate Scream's 30th anniversary rerelease, Cinemark has revealed a new popcorn bucket featuring the iconic slasher villain, Ghostface.
Apple’s 512GB local AI beast nears, but M5 Max gets $200 price drop
With Apple prepping the launch of a monster 512GB M5 Ultra Mac Studio, I've found the M5 Max machine on sale for us mortals who don't need absolute power.
Free Meals and Other Perks From Big Pharma Really Do Sway Doctors, Review Finds
A new systematic review, published by Cochrane, has found a direct “dose-response” relationship between the number prescriptions for certain drugs and the amount of free meals given to doctors.
NASA Demonstrates Next-Generation Heat Shield Technologies
NASA is testing heat shields that can keep astronauts safe as they return from missions to the Moon and Mars in an unusual way: by taking out the trash. When Northrop Grumman 24th cargo resupply mission for NASA undocked from the International Space Station, it carried a fleet of 12 small, experimental capsules designed to […]
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Lake Washington
Swallowing water containing HABs can cause stomachache, diarrhea, vomiting and nausea. More serious, but less common health effects associated with ...
Trump will not attend Georgia-Alabama game due to Hurricane Isaias
President Trump will no longer attend Saturday's SEC clash between Georgia and Alabama, which remains on schedule despite approaching Hurricane Isaias.
US judge rules Trump administration’s use of voter data unlawful
A federal judge ruled against the Justice Department's use of voter data to cross-reference an immigration database.
Agentic AI just got very real
Hello again, and welcome back to Fast Company’s Plugged In. In recent years, being gobsmacked by AI’s ever-expanding capabilities has become my new normal. More importantly, I’ve found the technology increasingly essential to my own productivity. What AI never did until last week was save my bacon. That changed when I gave OpenAI’s new Dots agent access to my calendar and email. Shortly thereafter, it alerted me to a discrepancy it had spotted. I’d entered a speaking engagement on one d
Grown Ups 3 Filming Update Reviews Nude Beach Scene in Adam Sandler Movie, View Photos
Grown Ups 3 filming has moved to a Sardinian beach with a very unusual crowd, ahead of its 2027 premiere on Netflix.