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Anthropic can’t reliably control its AI agents. It’s cutting off its internal evals from the live internet instead
Anthropic said it "turned off live internet access" for "all our internal evaluations" until further notice.
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.
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.
Should You Floss or Brush Your Teeth First? Dentists Weigh In
Here's how to make your oral hygiene routine more effective.
Max Verstappen on sprint pole after ‘error’ in race control
The FIA has admitted a bad fault that saw a crucial setting switched on and off accidentally.
Two Renoir paintings recovered after France museum heist, mayor says
The recovered Renoir paintings, valued at millions, were stolen in a daring heist at Cagnes-sur-Mer last month.
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
'Pretty Little Liars' Actor Keegan Allen Robbed at Gunpoint in West Hollywood
The "Walker" actor calls on Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to help find the two men that attacked him.
Anthropic AI agents took ‘unintended’ actions on government sites
The inappropriate actions by its agents included submitting a false tip about a murder to Philadelphia police, Anthropic said.
New smartwatch tracks sodium, potassium in 165-minute field test
Japanese researchers develop a wearable sweat sensor that tracks sodium- and potassium-responsive signals wirelessly.
These Stanley Kids Tools Are All Under $40—and Make the Perfect Holiday Gift
Get them started early.
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 ...
2026 WNBA playoffs bracket, schedule: Dream knock out Liberty with semifinals sweep
The Dream are heading to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013
Putin tells Trump peace talks are unlikely, cites Ukraine drone attacks
Drone attacks on Moscow during last month's election undermined trilateral peace negotiations, the Kremlin says.
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,...
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.
The Fusion of Two Giants: Why AI + Quantum Computing Is the Real Revolution
Separately they are impressive. Together they could redefine what it means to be human.Continue reading on Medium »
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.
Major earthquake strikes Panama—damage and injuries are expected
The quake was a strike-slip event, and strong aftershocks could follow
Late-Night Eating Linked to Higher Liver Disease Risk, Study Finds - Everyday Health
Srour says this could be particularly problematic for MASLD, as many people with the condition don't know they have it, because of a lack of ...
Dream, Angel Reese sweep Liberty as Atlanta reaches first WNBA Finals since 2013
Atlanta, powered by Reese and Jordin Canada, pulled off the sweep with a two-point win on the road
Israeli drone attack wounds six in Lebanon near Syria border
Five Syrians and one Lebanese wounded in latest Israeli attack, Lebanon's health authorities say.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Iowa State vs. BYU odds, picks, predictions, best bets, start time for Week 6 college football Friday
A pair of Big 12 squads clash Friday night with the undefeated Cougars hosting the Cyclones
Snuff film planned by Pete Hegseth is beneath America | Finley
War secretary Pete Hegseth plans to livestream the firing squad execution of a Fort Hood terrorist.
Hims & Hers Health climbs 10% amid recent volatile trading (HIMS:NYSE)
Hims & Hers (HIMS) stock jumps 10% on heavy volume after choppy trading.
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.
PC Shipments Fell 20%. AI Is Part of the Reason, Not the Whole Story
What the research firm actually said, and what the headlines skipped.Continue reading on Medium »
New Trial Compared Muscle Gains in Vegetarians And Meat Eaters. One Difference Stood Out.
Plant-based diets are associated with many long-term health benefits, but for older adults, there may be a potential downside.
China's Starlink links Arctic and Antarctic in satellite video call
China's Guowang satellite network connected Arctic researchers with Antarctica in a video call with less than one second of delay.
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 ...
Man fighting for life after alleged stabbing in Brisbane
The man, in his 30s, was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition on Saturday morning.
Iran war live: Kremlin says Trump welcomed Russia’s effort in Iran deal
The Kremlin says the US president welcomes Russia's involvement in efforts aimed at reaching a settlement over Iran.
CVS Investigation Initiated: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates the Officers and Directors of CVS Health Corporation - CVS
/PRNewswire/ -- Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF"), announces that...
Danny Trejo Says He's Not Pro-ICE After Backlash Over Ben Shapiro Movie
Danny Trejo is making it clear he does NOT back ICE after getting backlash over appearing in Ben Shapiro's controversial movie about immigration enforcement ... and he's only doing his job as a storyteller.
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.
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.
Rams DT Aaron Donald practices in full, plans to play MNF
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald practiced in full Friday and said he plans to play Monday night against the Bills after missing Week 4 with back soreness.
Man fighting for life after alleged stabbing in Brisbane
The man, in his 30s, was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition on Saturday morning.
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
'Common Side Effects' Returns for Season 2 in January on Adult Swim
Common Side Effects Season 2 will premiere on Adult Swim in January, the series' co-creators announced at New York Comic Con.
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.
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.
New missile delivered for system that recorded over 10,000 interceptions
Raytheon-Rafael facility in Arkansas has delivered its first fully American-made Tamir interceptor to the Israel Missile Defense Organization.
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…
UCLA roster breakdown: How Bob Chesney made Curt Cignetti's blueprint his own to rebuild the Bruins
The former James Madison coach brought in a gaggle of transfers to quickly turn around what had been a dysfunctional UCLA program
Zelensky decries US-Russia diesel deal: 'Gifts to Putin will not bring peace'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky lambasted President Trump’s Friday deal allowing Russia to supply the U.S. and global market with diesel, arguing the move would give the Kremlin more money to fund its war in Ukraine and undermine peace efforts. “Gifts to Putin will not bring peace or any bene
Strategic hedging in a turbulent world
The several forums that India participates in provide useful opportunities for meetings among leaders of countries which may have difficult or tense relations for one reason or another
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sleep Duration Linked to Diabetic Kidney Disease in T2D – Insights From Daniel Barone, MD
... health conditions, may also be a marker of poor health.” “Those with chronic health problems may [have fatigue], which can cause an increased need ...
LSU vs. Kentucky prediction, odds, time: Week 6 college football picks from proven model
SportsLine's model has locked in its best bets for Saturday's matchup of the LSU Tigers vs. Kentucky Wildcats
Dual quakes devastate southern Panama
Panama’s president has declared a major disaster after two earthquakes struck the country’s south.
Beyond borders
From Congo to Western Sahara, Indian women in peacekeeping
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.