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How Anthropic’s Proactive AI Agent Claude Duet Works
Claude Duet is designed to work across connected apps, keep track of ongoing tasks, and ask for approval before taking consequential actions.
NASA updates lander plans for Moon landings, finally solves long-festering Orion issue
During a lengthy news conference on Friday, NASA provided a detailed overview of how it plans to return astronauts to the lunar surface as soon as 2028 as part of its Artemis Program. Although much of the information behind these plans has been previously reported at Ars Technica and elsewhere, this marked the first time NASA has laid them out in detail and acknowledged some substantial changes in the architecture. Most notably, for SpaceX's Starship vehicle, the revised plan calls for the Orion spacecraft to dock with the Starship lunar lander in high-Earth orbit before transiting to the Moon
Once-daily oral icotrokinra outperforms placebo in ulcerative colitis
For patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis, oral icotrokinra, a peptide that blocks the interleukin-23 receptor, yields a clinical response at week 12 significantly more often than placebo, according to a study published in the Oct. 15 issue of the New England Journal of Medi
First influenza-related death of 2026-27 season reported in Idaho
Those at higher risk include people with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, young children and anyone 65 or older. Symptoms of the flu ...
Rust? What rust? Brewers open World Series refreshed and ready thanks to all that winning
The Brewers have now played nine games in the last 26 days and they've won eight of them
Hospital in Yemen’s Taiz warns of collapse in days because of Houthi siege
Dialysis patients face shorter treatment sessions as severe shortages of fuel, medicines, and oxygen threaten hospitals.
Nucor Has What It Takes To Capitalize On The Tailwinds In The Steel Market. (NYSE:NUE)
Discover why Nucor is a buy as tariffs, infrastructure, and data center demand lift steel prices through 2027.
Rashmika Mandanna Says Vijay Deverakonda Gives Her 'Tummy Rubs' During Periods: 'Can't Expect More, Being A Man'
Rashmika added that Vijay also massages her hands and feet.
Watch AI Jitters, Oil & Big Tech - Bloomberg
The Close brings you the latest news and analysis leading up to the final minutes and seconds before and after the closing bell on Wall Street. Today's guests are BlackRock Deputy CIO, Global Fixed Income Russ Brownback, AXA Group Chief Economist Gilles Moëc, Mizuho Securities Senior Equity Research
Nuclear power could more than triple by 2060, UN agency says
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The head of the U.N. nuclear agency said Friday that he expects the use of nuclear power could more than triple by 2060. Rafael Grossi said in the International Atomic Energy Agency’s annual report to the U.N. General Assembly that this will be driven by electrification, data c
US Army advances ramjet interceptor for longer-range drone defense
L3Harris is advancing a long-range missile designed to tackle drones and other aerial threats, with flight performance testing next.
The research behind the care Utahns trust - @theU
Trust in a health care system may begin with a provider who listens or with a reputation built over time.
Michael Cole Announces Ex-WWE Champion Is Out Indefinitely After Injury On SmackDown
Michael Cole has revealed that an ex-WWE champion is out indefinitely from SmackDown after his injury. The company has revealed the worrying injuries he suffered before the event.
One dead, 500 hurt as Champi batters Taiwan, then turns towards Shanghai
TAIPEI, Oct 24 — Emergency crews scrambled on Saturday to restore power to tens of thousands of households in Taiwan after Typhoon Champi’s fierce winds battered the island as...
Hammond Power Solutions Is Positioned for the Big Data Centre Buildout: Here's How I'd Buy It
Analyze the current issues impacting data centres, from AI investment strategies to concerns reminiscent of past financial crises.
Carrie Season 2 Is Happening for a Good Reason Despite Fan Complaints & Questions
Prime Video's latest viewership update makes Carrie's renewal for a second season all the more understandable.
Moonshot AI launches new flagship Kim K3.1 Pro model with 3T parameters - SiliconANGLE
Moonshot AI launches new flagship Kim K3.1 Pro model with 3T parameters - SiliconANGLE
NVIDIA RTX Remix 1.6 Launches With DLSS 5, 6X Multi Frame Generation, Minecraft Java Edition Support, And More
NVIDIA's RTX Remix 1.6 adds DLSS 5, 6X Multi Frame Generation, and experimental Minecraft support enhancing modding tools and performance.
Tesla's flying Roadster gets fighter jet graphics, thruster data
Tesla's second-generation Roadster gets a cockpit interface with adjustable wings, thruster controls, lap data and a dedicated track mode.
Flu Shot 2026-2027: Vaccine Updates, Protection, and Flu Risks
... health conditions. Vaccination remains the best defense against severe illness and helps reduce the burden on our communities during peak ...
Mark Walter reportedly looking to sell WNBA's Sparks next after Lakers, Chelsea FC sales
Walter has been shedding assets amid an FBI and SEC investigation into his wealth management firm
What channel is Michigan vs Indiana on today? Time, TV, streaming
Here's how to watch Indiana vs. Michigan in Week 8 of the college football season.
How to turn off Google’s AI Overviews—and reclaim search sanity
We’ve got two competing realities when it comes to tracking down info online these days: Getting answers has never been easier, between all the artificial intelligence chatbots in front of us and the unavoidable smearing of “AI Overview” answers at the top of regular Google search results. Getting accurate information has never been more challenging—thanks to the fact that all that AI-generated gobbledygook is flat-out wrong a shockingly high amount of the time (anywhere from 10% on the l
The 7 Best Psychological Horror Movies on Netflix in October
Here is your guide to the best psychological horror movies on Netflix in October, including "Psycho," "Split" and "Immaculate."
UK government sets out $800 million of AI security funding
LONDON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Britain's government set out around £600 million ($800 million)of funding on Saturday largely geared towards defending against health and security threats from artificial intelligence.
Spotify ramps up policy enforcement on family plans
As reported by Music Business Worldwide, Spotify appears to be stepping up enforcement of existing policies regarding Family and Duo subscription plans by requiring users to scan a QR code in person on the plan manager's device in order to maintain access to it.
The 6 Best iPhone Duo Cases to Protect Apple’s $2,000 Foldable
I tested several options, and these are my top picks, from sleek, minimalist designs to rugged styles for maximum protection.
Northern Nevada Public Health reports first flu-related death of the season - KTVN
The person was a man in his 80s who was hospitalized and had underlying health conditions.
Mumbai Indians Appoint New Head Coach Days After Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down
Kieron Pollard has been promoted to the position of head coach for Mumbai Indians after serving as the batting coach of the side.
How Benjamin Netanyahu reshaped Israel’s institutions
As Israel heads to the polls on October 27, its polarising and longest-serving prime minister is seeking re-election.
Consuming political news can hurt your job performance
With the midterm elections around the corner, political anxiety is in season—and productivity could pay the price. A new study from researchers at Texas A&M University shows that consuming political news and social media outside of work affects employees’ emotional states and workplace behavior, even if they aren’t discussing politics at the water cooler. Researchers tracked more than 300 workers over nine weeks during the 2024 presidential primary season, asking them to report how oft
Strictly's new presenters - after frosty reviews have they warmed up?
Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe have split opinion but are getting into the groove, critics say.
The Apple Watch Series 12's Readiness score enhances all its other wellness features, and makes for a compelling upgrade over older models
The best mainline version of the wearable in years
CVE-2026-115929 | MongoDB Compass up to 1.53.0 Root Certificate Store certificate validation
A vulnerability was found in MongoDB Compass up to 1.53.0. It has been declared as problematic. This affects an unknown part of the component Root Certificate Store. The manipulation results in improper certificate validation. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2026-115929. The attack may be la
Diagnostic test could help doctors refine prostate cancer treatment
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men—in 2013, it affected more than 1 million men across the world. The cancer does not behave the same way in every patient, and doctors have long faced a difficult balancing act between identifying patients who will benefit from more intensive treatment
Why experts are pushing RFK Jr. to release a federal definition of ultraprocessed foods
More than 100 science, medical and nutrition experts signed and sent an open letter Friday to the Office of Management and Budget, urging the administration to release the first-ever government definition of ultraprocessed foods.
2026 MLB playoff bracket: Schedule and scores as Brewers take World Series Game 1 over Rays
The Brewers-Rays matchup guarantees that we'll have a first-time champion in 2026
Lebanese sceptical Israeli polls will bring change, end occupation of south
Residents and analysts doubt October 27 vote will bring any meaningful shift in Israeli policy towards their country.
Tesco’s Irish profits rise 9% as it pays €120m dividend to British parent
Retailer’s Irish arm increased its turnover last year by 4.6% to €3.75bn
Bigg Boss 20: Rohit Shetty Grills ScoutOP, Love Gill Over Blanket Massage; Internet Is Impressed | Watch
In a new Bigg Boss 20 promo released, Rohit Shetty is seen confronting contestants ScoutOP and Lovepreet Kaur Gill over their physical closeness inside the house.
Insta360 Mic Officially Launched With E-Ink Display, Expandable Storage - Lowyat.NET
The Insta360 Mic has officially debuted as the brand's latest wireless microphone. It comes with an e-ink display and a microSD card slot.
Study maps the human side of flood risk
When heavy rain hits a city, knowing where water will accumulate is only part of the picture. Who lives in the affected buildings? How might flooding disrupt their lives? And where could additional support make the greatest difference?
Modular phone promises total privacy at the flick of a switch
Most modular phones are all about the swappable hardware or their repairability. But Brax's upcoming model takes a slightly different approach: it's going for maximum privacy.
'Repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in', doctor says
You might think you're 'catching up' on sleep with a weekend lie-in, but a sleep expert says it's not that easy
Boychuk lifts Roses to NSL's Supporters' Shield with late goal in 1-0 win over Rapid | CBC Sports
The Montreal Roses got a goal in the 81st minute from Tanya Boychuk and a shutout performance from goalkeeper Gabrielle Lambert to clinch first place in the Northern Super League with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Ottawa Rapid.
Israel raids towns, detains dozens of Palestinians in occupied West Bank
Israeli military raid targets at least 15 towns in the northern West Bank, including Nablus and Jenin.
'Rubio will finish up the deal’: Trump says US will 'take care of Cuba' on its way back from Iran
President Donald Trump said on Friday the United States would take care of Cuba after dealing with Iran and would send Secretary of State Marco Rubio to finish the deal. "We'll take care of Cuba on our way back from Iran ... then we're going to send Marco Rubio in to finish up the deal," Trump told
Fact Check: Did Mexico town in NY change its name to 'Epstein List' to avoid Trump's renaming?
The claim surfaced after Trump called for New Mexico to immediately change its name to New America
This Is The PlayStation 5 Pro Accessory Users Say They Can't Live Without - BGR
PS5 Pro owners keep recommending one simple accessory that makes the console easier to work with when it comes to day-to-day use.
Updated Google privacy policy says your Gmail might be used for advertising
Using Google's products and services has always been fundamentally precarious—doing so gives the world's largest advertising company a lot of juicy personal data. Google has long said it won't use the sensitive data from products like Gmail, Drive, and Photos for ad personalization, but a change to the company's privacy policy appears to dismantle that firewall. On October 16, Google issued an update to its privacy policy, spotted by Android Authority. The ad personalization section used to include a clear limit on data from certain apps.
APOD: 2026 October 24 – Rosetta’s Selfie
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 24 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Rosetta’s Selfie Explanation: This Rosetta spacecraft selfie was snapped on October 7th, 2014.
Doctor explains 'repaying' sleep debt is 'not as simple as a lie-in'
You might think you're 'catching up' on sleep with a weekend lie-in, but a sleep expert says it's not that easy
Mavericks star Cooper Flagg injured on flagrant foul by Pacers' Aaron Nesmith
The reigning NBA Rookie of the Year hurt his shoulder, and the Mavericks got into with Nesmith on Friday night
Massive oil slick seen weeks after tanker struck off UAE’s coast
An oil spill off the UAE coast has prompted beach closures after a vessel reportedly hit a naval mine in early October.
Novartis AG (NVS) Discusses REMODEL Trial Results for Remibrutinib in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis Transcript
Novartis AG (NVS) Discusses REMODEL Trial Results for Remibrutinib in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis October 23, 2026 6:30 PM EDTCompany ParticipantsInish...
The artist dropping her debut album after a billion streams
Irish DJ Jazzy came up on the Dublin club scene and has worked with industry heavyweights like Calvin Harris.
OpenAI says it will no longer train its AI models on the live internet, citing “significant risks”
OpenAI will cut frontier models off from the internet weeks after one of its engineers said that solution wouldn't work.
Inside the Pentagon, the pressure is on to find a home for a new spaceport
Leaders in the US Space Force would like to have a new spaceport up and running in four years, adding a third heavy-lift launch site to relieve pressure from bases in Florida and California that have shot rockets into orbit for nearly 70 years. The obvious problem with that ambition is 2030 is four years away, and Pentagon officials have not determined where the new spaceport should go or how to acquire land for it. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink first mentioned the service's search for a third launch base in May.
OpenAI takes frontier training offline after agents breach safeguards
OpenAI plans to keep frontier model training offline after an internal research model exploited a DNS misconfiguration to reach the internet.
Kenya announces 2nd Ebola death, a close relative of the first patient
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya's Health Ministry announced the country's second Ebola death Friday (Oct 23), saying a 65-year-old woman who was a close relative of the first patient died after developing symptoms while in quarantine.The woman began showing symptoms 10 days ago and began receiving supportive
Fiji claim record win with thumping World Cup thrashing
The game was played in sapping conditions but that couldn’t stop the rampant visitors.
Grey clouds, dry ground
Flemington is dodging the rain and the crowds are flooding the race course lawns in anticipation for a one-off Cox Plate at racing's headquarters. The Age racing writer provides an update from the front gates, and is sticking with his top tip - Aeliana and a big day for Chris Waller and James McDona
Why leaders shouldn’t have to apologize for private remarks
If you’re in a public-facing role, you are likely to get caught up in some kind of “hot mic” event in which an offhand remark said in private gets aired publicly. (Indeed, this piece was inspired by the recent experience of a former colleague.) These events are embarrassing, and they almost always end with a standard—and unsatisfying—apology in which the speaker regrets the remarks and says that they did not mean them. There are cases in which a leader really ought to apologize, or even step
BioWare Was Doomed for Years as Mass Effect Was a "Prestige Project" for EA Daily Fix
In today's Daily Fix:The internet is still mourning the sudden loss of legendary video game studio BioWare, but an industry analyst says the writing was on the wall years ago, even before EA's controversial acquisition by an investment group led by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund. In relate