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How Certis builds employee trust to scale security bots
Certis Group CEO Tian Beng Ng explains why fast AI decisions need human accountability, and why digital employees require the same oversight as staff.
GCash Owner Gets Approval for Up to $1.5 Billion Philippines IPO
The company behind GCash, the biggest mobile wallet app in the Philippines, received approval from the country’s stock exchange operator of an initial public offering of as much as 92.3 billion pesos ($1.47 billion), clearing the final regulatory hurdle for a record debut.
See tiny organisms on show in microscopic video competition
The winning video features tiny hair-like structures, called cilia, in the airways of a child with a rare genetic disease.
As AI behavior raises concerns, ex-researcher Jacob Coxon warns what may lie ahead
OpenAI announced it had discovered six new instances of “concerning or unexpected” behavior by its artificial intelligence models. It follows repeated warnings about how rapid advances in AI threaten to outpace the ability to develop the tech safely. One of those warnings came from Jacob Coxon, a fo
Falcons storm into CPL final after Shadab, Moqim spin web around Warriors
League table toppers Guyana Amazon Warriors were bundled out for just 76
Australia targets student visas and backpackers in new migration crackdown
The government move comes after right-wing One Nation party surges in recent opinion polls
Osaka Gas buys 5 per cent of Browse gas project from BP
The Japanese gas giant is buying the stake from 44.33 per cent holder BP, which is now run by Browse partner Woodside Energy’s former chief executive Meg O’Neill.
First Look at Ian McKellen’s Gandalf in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum Revealed
Ian McKellen suits up as Gandalf once more in the first behind-the-scenes look at The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
Regulate and Standardize AI? Nope.
Regulate and Standardize AI? Nope.
CVE-2026-12954 | Mapster WP Maps Plugin up to 1.23.0 on WordPress my_profile_update acf-photo-gallery-groups input validation
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Mapster WP Maps Plugin up to 1.23.0 on WordPress. This issue affects the function my_profile_update. The manipulation of the argument acf-photo-gallery-groups results in improper input validation. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2026-12954. It
Scientists turned discarded fish scales into flexible biodegradable plastic film that breaks down in soil within 8 weeks
Scientists have turned discarded fish scales into a plastic-like material that can break down naturally in soil, Cyclo. Plas 2, the material is made from collagen fish scales and chitosan, creating a thin, flexible, translucent film.
Scott Power: ASX healthcare rises as Morgans dissects FY26 reporting season | Stockhead
The ASX healthcare sector finished higher for week ending September 18, 2026 as Morgans released its report analysing FY26 reporting season.
Did these players really need HIAs? The NRL is watching
The NRL hit two clubs with “please explain” notices last weekend seeking clarification on their handling of HIAs, as rivals grow increasingly frustrated at perceived abuse of the concussion protocol.
Philippines school shooting leaves at least two dead
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Keppel to link Indonesia solar farm with Jurong Island power plant for clean power import
The plan is subject to ‘detailed development and regulatory approvals’
Quote of the day by Clint Eastwood: ‘Always keep your ego in check and not be afraid to listen. Listening is a great art form,’ a powerful life lesson in humility and staying open to new ideas
Clint Eastwood has spent decades playing characters who often say little but leave a lasting impression. Away from the screen, however, the actor and filmmaker has spoken about a very different kind of strength, knowing when to listen.
New DOOGEE Smartwatch Has GPX Route Import and Track Back So You Never Get Lost Outdoors
The DOOGEE Anymoving M1 Pro is the company's new smartwatch with GPX offline navigation and Track Back, amongst other features.
CVE-2026-13471 LatePoint Plugin Abilities API execute resource injection
A flaw has been found in LatePoint Plugin up to 5.6.3 on WordPress. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2026-13471.
Scientists solve mystery of black hole 'burps'; new study reveals when these cosmic objects launch powerful jets after eating stars
When a star strays too close to a supermassive black hole, gravity can tear the star apart in what astronomers call a tidal disruption event. Some of the debris gets swallowed, while the rest can be blasted back out in powerful jets, sometimes months or years after the star is destroyed.
Israel's Water Authority braces for weeks of reduced desalination output
Five out of six plants are still operating at limited capacity, producing about half the normal amount. The state comptroller criticized Israel's Water Authority for failing to protect natural water reservoirs
GdS: 'There's no time' - Amorim has Cardinale's backing but turning point is needed
The alarm bells are not ringing for Gerry Cardinale just yet, but Ruben Amorim hopes that Sunday's game against Lecce brings a turning point.
Canada's top general is up for a senior NATO post. Will Trump get in her way?
Canada's Gen. Jennie Carignan faces Germany's Gen. Carsten Breuer on Saturday in a secret-ballot contest to chair NATO's Military Committee. A victory would make Carignan the first woman to hold the post and return Canada to the chair after nearly two decades, amid Ottawa's push for deeper ties with
Moody's Raises India FY27 GDP Growth Forecast To 7% On Resilience Amid West Asia Conflict
Moody's flags elevated energy prices and potential food price pressures linked to El Niño as key risks to inflation, consumption and economic growth.
Malay Mail’s Top 10 picks: ‘Chelot’ keeps box office crown, ‘Kudrat 1968’ shoots to Netflix No. 1
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 — Fresh off Malaysia Day, there was plenty to celebrate, with the festive mood also reflected on the entertainment front as local content made its presence...
The billionaire who can’t stop writing essays that freak out the world
“If you’re explaining, you’re losing,” Ronald Reagan is credited with saying. Silicon Valley disagrees, led by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.
Republican bill would order ISPs, DNS providers, and VPNs to block piracy sites
US Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) has proposed a law that would require Internet service providers and other network operators to block foreign piracy websites. Issa's bill would help copyright holders obtain judicial blocking orders to be served to ISPs, domain name resolution services, and virtual private networks. Issa, who is retiring from the House at the end of this year, is the latest in a string of Republican and Democratic lawmakers to propose a site-blocking regime that's been sought by the Motion Picture Association (MPA).
Autopilot drone maps zigzag routes to clear moss from sloping roofs
Drones have many uses in surveillance and surveying, industrial inspection, aerial photography and filmmaking, package delivery and even dynamic light shows. Their fundamental ability to carry cameras, sensors and other equipment has opened up these diverse applications. Now, research published in t
DWP autism and dyslexia update over new plan to track sickness absence
The DWP has faced questions over a new unit being set up to cut absence at work
Congratulations to WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns!
Roman Reigns continues to assert his dominance as the WWE World Heavyweight Champion on Monday Night RAW. The OTC has now hit yet another milestone as the titleholder.
In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices
Families in Sanaa brace for higher food and transport costs after first fuel price increase in four years.
Toyota estimates factory automation could cost $6.4 billion per year from 2028
TOKYO, Sept 18 : Toyota Motor estimates it could cost 1 trillion yen ($6.4 billion) annually from 2028 to modernise its factories as the world's biggest carmaker accelerates automation and robotics deployment.Across the industry, automakers are turning to robotics to cut costs and address ageing inf
Boy George defends Ed Sheeran in social media rant
Boy George has claimed Ed Sheeran was right to get "rid" of Macklemore from his tour.The 65-year-old pop star shared a rant on social media after being tricked into thinking an old clip of the singer-songwriter performing solo was a new video following the rapper's departure from his US shows.He wro
High-end GPUs may be slowing China's AI compute expansion
China's wide gap in token costs stems largely from domestic companies' difficulty in accessing Nvidia high-end GPUs, forcing them to squeeze more value from each token to recoup costs. But supply-chain sources say the scale of China and US AI compute investment may actually be roughly comparable, de
CVE-2026-15275 wpexpertsio Multi Store Locator Pro Plugin AJAX sql injection
A vulnerability has been found in wpexpertsio Multi Store Locator Pro Plugin up to 4.5.1 on WordPress. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2026-15275.
APOD: 2026 September 18 – Messier 33: The Triangulum Galaxy
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 18 –… 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. Messier 33: The Triangulum Galaxy Explanation: The small, northern constellation Triangulum harbors this magnificent face-on spiral galaxy, Messier 33.
Should Primary Care Take on a Greater Role in the Care of ADHD? | Psychology Today
Primary care already plays a leading role in mental health care for common mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety and depression) in many countries.
True colours revealed as NFL coach rips Melbourne game
He stuck to the script in Australia but only waited a week to tell everyone what he really thought.
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects
Officials blame disease outbreak for deaths as survivor suggests they suffocated.
ST Engineering rebounds 5% after drifting over past month; Goldman initiates coverage
It has fallen 8.6% from S$11.15 on Aug 18 to S$10.19 on Sep 17
Zack Snyder’s Favorite DC Movie Out of the 4 He Directed Isn’t Surprising at All
Zack Snyder picks his best DC movie of all time from his filmography in a recent podcast. Here are the details.
Chinese AI startup Moonshot launches Kimi for finance
Moonshot said Kimi can also access the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the St. Louis Fed’s FRED database.
AWS, Salesforce expand AI and zero-copy integrations
It also brings AWS agents into Slack, starting with AWS DevOps Agent, and expands Agentforce access to Bedrock models.
Variable aperture is cool, but as a photographer, the reason I want an iPhone 18 Pro is this hidden anti-AI camera tool
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max don't just get more camera controls; there's a built-in tool for authenticating an image in an era of AI slop
As Medicaid Changes Near, Concerns Mount That People With Disabilities Will Lose Coverage
The law allows those who are deemed “medically frail” or who have “special medical needs” including individuals with physical, intellectual or ...
5 Things Sami Zayn Can Do on SmackDown Tonight After Becoming The Undisputed WWE Champion
Sami Zayn has once again reached the top of WWE, and this time, he will walk into Friday Night SmackDown as the Undisputed WWE Champion.
Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgrade
Indonesia says vessel will be used to aid disaster relief across the archipelago.
Everyone thought AI would replace junior engineers. We’re hiring more of them
The biggest hiring myth in tech is that AI is making junior engineers obsolete. The logic seems sound: AI can write code, so why hire people to write more of it? Junior engineers have always learned on the job, fixing bugs and shipping small features until they build real judgment. Now that coding agents can handle much of that work, companies assume they can cut off the bottom rungs of the career ladder. At Snowflake, we’re making the opposite bet. Snowflake is a data and artificial intellig
TikTok Star Mason Hull Fighting Child Porn Charges After Cops Say He Initially Confessed
TikToker Mason Hull is fighting back against criminal charges accusing him of buying child porn online, TMZ has learned. The 18-year-old content creator -- known for his Looksmaxxing content -- entered a not guilty plea to 15 counts of possession…
Amid mixed reception online for the Dyson Camerajet, we ask Dyson how it created the video toothbrush capturing everyone's attention
A camera in a toothbrush? Dyson's head of product development tells us how (and why)
Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families
Google's AI models may not be in the lead by most measures right now, but the company does have one key advantage: your data. If you're deep in the Google ecosystem, Gemini models have a lot of context on you already. Google's latest Google Labs experiment, known as CC, aims to expand that kind of customization to the whole family. CC is an evolution of something that Google announced in 2025. The original CC eventually became Gemini's Daily Brief, which churns through the data in your Google account to offer daily action items and suggestions.
1,00,000-ton US aircraft carrier returns to fleet after major upgrade
The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered carrier spent about 18 months undergoing a Docked Planned Incremental Availability.
If your parent lived to 100, you may have inherited a surprising advantage - NJ.com
They should also include muscle-strengthening and balance activities when their health and abilities allow. People with medical conditions should ask ...
How to get Camo Ammu-Nation Sweatsuit and $1 million in GTA Online weekly update
This week in the GTA Online weekly update, Rockstar Games is offering a new Camo Ammu-Nation Sweatsuit and $1,000,000. The rewards are part of this week's challenge related to Bunker Research.
‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions
New sanctions highlight Israel's isolation, yet analysts say they won't sway voters before October's elections.
STARLUX Airlines projects triple-digit passenger growth in 2026 - BusinessWorld Online
Taiwan’s STARLUX Airlines said that it is projecting ‘triple-digit’ passenger growth in 2026, up from approximately 75% recorded a year earlier, as it expands services in the Philippines. “From 2025 to 2026, we achieved record growth of around 75% compared to last year,” STARLUX Airlines Manager Jan
Zara Larsson criticises White House for using her song in deportation video
The White House removed Larsson's Midnight Sun from one of its reels after the artist called the clip "dehumanising".
Anthropic says Claude is now leading more than a quarter of its AI research
Anthropic said Claude now leads 26% of its AI research work, up from under 1% in March, as the industry tracks AI's ability to self-improvement.
Microsoft exec called AI scraping the “largest theft of labor in human history”
For years, Microsoft and OpenAI have fought to keep certain information out of the public eye in their fight with news organizations that have accused the AI firms of teaming up to violate copyright laws by stealing tons of news content to train AI. However, now the details that should never have been marked confidential are starting to leak.
World's last known wild Chilean tree daisy gets a lifeline as conservationists use ropes to support its only survivor and two seedlings arrive at a Scottish garden
A rare tree daisy from Chile's Robinson Crusoe Island is receiving a new lifeline after two seedlings arrived at Logan Botanic Garden in south-west Scotland. Dendroseris neriifolia has been reduced to one known wild tree, which grows on a steep cliff and is supported by ropes to prevent it from fall
Australia’s Sydney Airport staff shortages prompt plan to close tower overnight
To compound the problem, hundreds of Qantas ground workers are set to strike over pay and working conditions next week.
D.J. Moore injury: Bills wideout ruled out after injuring shoulder vs. Lions
The injury occurred during the second quarter of Buffalo's home opener
One killed, four injured in shooting at a school in southern Philippines: Reuters citing local officials
One killed, four injured in shooting at a school in southern Philippines: Reuters citing local officials
AI systems don’t have a drive to survive. Here’s why
In controlled safety tests described earlier this year, researchers asked AI models to solve a series of simple math problems. Partway through the exercise, the instructors warned the bots that if they tried to solve the next problem, the computer environment they were operating in would be shut down. In some runs, the shutdown occurred as specified. In others, models interfered with the shutdown script and continued with the remaining problems. What explains this behavior? Do artificial inte
Johnny Marr guitars sell for more than £560k at auction
One instrument was used on the The Smiths' debut album and also appeared on the cover of Oasis's debut single.