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CVE-2026-116843 Mistral AI Mistral Vibe Worktree config add code injection
A security flaw has been discovered in Mistral AI Mistral Vibe up to 3.0.2. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-116843. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.
Microsoft is offering buyouts to around 60,000 employees, Business Insider reports
Oct 26 (Reuters) - Microsoft is offering buyouts to around 60,000 employees, Business Insider reported on Monday, citing a company spokesperson.
How dismissed symptoms can push patients to breaking point
Patients have been left feeling suicidal after feeling like their doctor was saying their symptoms were 'all in their head'—according to research from the University of East Anglia and the University of Cambridge.
Cracking a smile regularly may be good not just for your mood but for your health
Reminding yourself to smile often can not only make more friendships but it can also make you feel better. And rather than wait for a reason to smile,…
2027 Super Bowl headliner announced: Jay-Z picks himself to perform for Super Bowl LXI
This is a public service announcement sponsored by Roc Nation
Russia halts strikes on Ukraine’s Kherson as Oleshky ceasefire takes effect
The localised ceasefire, secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, will allow evacuations and aid deliveries to Oleshky.
Australia's "worst ever" housing crash beckons
Coolabah Capital’s Chris Joye has posted the following chart on X (Twitter) showing that the current “crash” in Australian dwelling values is “officially the worst ever”: “Current Aussie housing crash is the worst ever recorded since 1980 – national capital city prices are currently falling at a 16%
Jay-Z to Headline 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show
Rap superstar Jay-Z, whose company Roc Nation produces the Super Bowl halftime show, will headline the 2027 musical interlude.
Anthropic’s IPO filing reveals its strategy for keeping enterprise customers hooked
Anthropic’s S-1 shows more than half of its $100,000-plus customers now use both the Claude Platform and a first-party app, a cross-selling playbook reminiscent of Amazon that’s making enterprise customers stickier.
Audeze has created something incredibly special with the Maxwell 2 ANC, and I doubt I’ll ever go back to another wireless gaming headset on PS5 or PC
The Maxwell 2 ANC is a super-charged version of my favorite gaming headset, and audiophile planar magnetic driver specialists Audeze have created something really special.
Six Pets Are a Tough Test for Any Robot Vac-Mop. Eufy’s Omni E35 Held Its Own.
It vacuums, mops, and soaks away dried-on stains, then washes its own mop with hot water.
Nonprofit Bon Secours Mercy Health strikes $5.7 billion deal for surgery center chain
The deal would make the Catholic system one of the largest operators of outpatient surgery centers.
Woodside’s $30b gas project poses threat of ‘irreversible damage’, EPA warned
New documents have revealed the extent of concerns posed by the WA environmental watchdog over Woodside Energy’s Browse gas project, including the threat to whales and turtles.
Woodside’s $30b gas project poses threat of ‘irreversible damage’, EPA warned
New documents have revealed the extent of concerns posed by the WA environmental watchdog over Woodside Energy’s Browse gas project, including the threat to whales and turtles.
Entrepreneurship might be the key to a longer life
If you thought entrepreneurship was too stressful a path to venture down, you might want to reassess. A new study found that there may be a surprising benefit to starting a business: longevity. The study, titled “Do Entrepreneurs Live Longer?,” comes from researchers at the School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey and was published in the Journal of Business on October 22. For the research, associate professor Cristiano Bellavitis and his collabora
Busted's James Bourne says 'hero' brother saved his life with kidney donation
The guitarist says doctors had given him "a few years left to live", but is now recovering well.
Apple adds more Siri AI tools in its 27.2 system updates, out today - Engadget
Apple has rolled out software updates for all its platforms today.
Microsoft offers to buy out a quarter of its workforce
On Monday, Microsoft said it will offer voluntary buyouts to eligible employees in select parts of the company. CNBC reports that the buyouts will be offered to roughly 60,000 employees, or about a quarter of its global workforce. The company describes the offer as an opportunity for employees who may have already been considering career moves outside Microsoft.
Hemoglobin component heme shown to inhibit enzyme that helps dissolve blood clots
When it comes to blood clots, it is not only how they form that is crucial, but also how the body can break them down again. A team of researchers at the University of Koblenz, led by Prof. Dr. Marie-T. Hopp, has demonstrated that heme—a component of hemoglobin—can influence this process. The findin
Two strategies show similar protection against infant RSV
Kaiser Permanente study supports guidelines that offer option of maternal vaccine or vaccination of newborns.
Who's to blame for Manchester United's decline? Ranking the biggest culprits
A humiliating 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth proves sacking Michael Carrick will not fix the institutional dysfunction running through executive leadership and ownership
More explosions reported in Kiev
Air raid alerts are in effect in most Ukrainian regions
Longtime Timbers midfielder Diego Chara says he'll retire after the MLS sprint season
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara plans to play during Major League Soccer
Disney+ to Add Channel 4 Content in the UK, Ireland in Early 2027
Shows like "Maya," "Stepping Up" and "Tip Toe" will be available day and date alongside the free-to-air broadcaster's main TV channel
Cohere says Alibaba’s Qwen model tried to send a file to Beijing
An AI model said it wouldn’t use any tools, then tried to send something to a server in Beijing anyway, and while researchers say it’s probably a training quirk and not espionage, the whole thing has people asking how much to trust free Chinese AI.
Musk's grim outlook hits neoclouds as debt concerns mount
Oct 26 (Reuters) - Shares of neocloud companies declined on Monday after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the sector could face consolidation and failures, adding to concerns over a widening gap between AI infrastructure investment and revenue generation.
Solar Cells Inspected on NASA’s NEO Surveyor
1 Min Read Solar Cells Inspected on NASA’s NEO Surveyor PIA26715 Credits: BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems Photojournal Navigation Science Photojournal Solar Cells Inspected on… Photojournal Home Photojournal Search Latest Content Galleries Feedback RSS About Downloads Solar Cells Inspected on NASA’s NEO Surveyor JPEG (889.24 KB) Description The large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission is inspected by a technicia
Argent BioPharma licences non-core cannabis genetics in global deal | Stockhead
Argent BioPharma signs an exclusive worldwide licensing deal with Thai Phytomed International for the commercial development of four proprietary cannabis genotypes.
Every Super Bowl halftime performer ever: Full list as Jay Z announces himself as the 2026 artist
Explore the full list of halftime show performers
Moroccan police intercept migrant swimming back towards Ceuta
Moroccan police intercepted a migrant swimming towards Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta
Kings continue hot Eastern Conference trip with 6-3 win over Rangers
NEW YORK (AP) — Drew Doughty had a goal and two assists, and Artemi Panarin added a power-play goal and an assist as the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Monday night.
'Nobody Wants This' Star Calls Adam Brody's Pro-Palestine Comments 'Right Out of Hitler's Playbook'
Another member of the "Nobody Wants This" team has chimed in on Adam Brody's remarks about Israel and Palestine.
Anthropic Relies On Claude To Build Claude. That’s An Advantage And A Risk.
More than 90 percent of Anthropic’s code was written by its own AI tool Claude in September, the company disclosed in its S-1 filing on Monday. The AI giant is increasingly using its own AI models to research, design and develop subsequent versions of its models— a process it calls “closing the …
Long-term analysis questions whether Japan's depopulation policy can stabilize shrinking communities
Small and medium-sized cities (SMCs) are essential for balanced national development, yet many are now facing prolonged population loss, aging and weakened labor markets. Japan has addressed this challenge for more than half a century through the Depopulated-Area-Designation (DAD) policy, a national
A Massive Study Reveals How Your DNA Is Linked to Your Personality, Health and Even Where You Live
An enormous DNA study links personality to health, habits and even where people settle.
Mental health accommodations at work — what employers can ask, expect and change
An employee requests remote work as an accommodation for a mental health condition. Another relies on an approved schedule adjustment to manage ...
2026 Super Bowl headliner announced: Jay-Z picks himself to perform for Super Bowl LXI
This is a public service announcement sponsored by Roc Nation
Trump suggests renaming the Atlantic Ocean the ‘American Ocean’
US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Atlantic Ocean the ‘American Ocean’ at a Republican rally.
What trends are influencing the food and beverage industry?
Small brands are out-innovating giants, buying patterns are changing, and scale isn’t the shield it used to be. To thrive, companies will need real product innovation and focused use of AI.
The First Corporate Psychopath Got Shipwrecked on an Island and Tried to Start a Pirate Empire
The concept of a corporate psychopath feels relatively new, but it turns out they've been around for centuries.
How OpenAI turned its coding tools into dots, an always-on personal assistant
Alexander Embiricos, the OpenAI executive responsible for dots, never wants to have a meeting with someone else's AI agent.
What sorcery is this? Telstra actually has some excellent NBN deals
And you can even find some cheap introductory costs with its Belong sub-brand
237-Million-Year-Old Armored Amphibian May Be The First to Live Entirely at Sea
Learn more about Gerrothorax maritimus, an ancient amphibian that may have lived in a fully marine ecosystem.
Do you suffer from shaky hands? A new treatment could offer hope
Sarah Couldwell was shocked when a customer mistook her shaking hands as a sign that she was angry
Oregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season after concussion, Dan Lanning confirms
Moore, who turned down the 2026 NFL Draft for a return to Oregon, has not played since suffering the head injury against USC on Sept. 26
Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, ending England’s 25-year wait
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has won his first Ballon d’Or after a record-breaking season.
Wendy’s store closures: Franchisee could close another 60 locations in Chapter 11 bankruptcy
One of Wendy’s biggest franchisees is moving to potentially close as many as 60 restaurants, adding to the dozens of stores it has already closed this year. The move comes after the franchisee, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan on September 17, 2026. At the time of its September bankruptcy filing, Meritage operated 314 Wendy’s locations. Michigan-based Meritage is seeking a
Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show
Jay-Z has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game.
SCX.ai plugs into SpaceX AI network as cash receipts surge | Stockhead
Newly listed SCX.ai has joined a global AI partner network alongside tech giants, with annualised recurring revenue reaching $8.3m and $23.9m in cash.
Apple reveals updated iPad mini with a bigger OLED screen for $700
The iPhone Duo may be a bit of a risk right now, but there's a new mid-size Apple touchscreen device that might do the job. Starting at $699, the 8th-gen iPad mini price has gone up, but there are some big changes. Apple says the refreshed 8th-gen iPad mini marks the most significant update ever for its petite tablet, featuring an OLED screen and the A20 Pro chip that we first saw in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. The new iPad mini has roughly the same footprint as the 2024 release, but the display is slightly larger thanks to a 24 percent reduction in bezel thickness.
NASA’s Perseverance Views Dust at Neretva Vallis
1 Min Read NASA’s Perseverance Views Dust at Neretva Vallis PIA26816 Credits: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/MSSS Photojournal Navigation Science Photojournal NASA’s Perseverance… Photojournal Home Photojournal Search Latest Content Galleries Feedback RSS About Downloads NASA’s Perseverance Views Dust at Neretva Vallis TIFF (868.48 MB) Description This 360-degree look at Neretva Vallis within Mars’ Jezero Crater was stitched together using 217 images acqu
Butter recalled over mold and potentially deadly bacteria
About 1,300 cases of vegan butter have been pulled from store shelves over fears they may be contaminated with mold and potentially deadly bacteria.
NFL makes rare double flex move by tweaking the schedule in Week 9 and Week 11
The NFL just tweaked the schedule for two different weeks in November
Bolsonaro’s party accepts Brazil election after Trump calls vote ‘rigged’
Trump pushes unsubstantiated claims about Brazil's presidential vote but says he 'didn't take sides' in the race.
Brick has become essential for reducing screentime during the day. Its new device is curbing you pre-bed scroll
Since it launched in September 2023, Brick—the NFC-enabled productivity tool that lets users tap their phone to block a set list of apps—has become a popular way to get people to limit their screen time. Now the company wants to bring the simplicity of its flagship product into the bedroom to help people get a good night’s sleep sans smartphone. Brick Night, launched October 22, is only the second product from Brick, and it’s designed to make cutting out smartphone distraction eff
Jay-Z headlining Apple Music Super Bowl 2027 halftime show
The exciting news was announced during Monday Night Football on Oct. 26 with a black-and-white ad featuring the “Empire State of Mind” rapper.
Kate Kallot on Leaving NVIDIA, Sovereign AI and Building Amini | Deep Learning Indaba 2026
“Local context is not something you can learn. It’s something you live.” Amini founder Kate Kallot, a TIME100 AI honouree, on leaving NVIDIA, why sovereignty is about choice, raising money as a solo African woman founder, and competing with Big Tech.
AI stocks rise as Anthropic nears Wall Street debut amid investor caution
Oct 26 (Reuters) - AI-linked stocks rose on Monday after Anthropic revealed the paperwork for its initial public offering, against the backdrop of growing investor unease over debt-fueled spending on infrastructure for the new technology.
4,000-Year-Old Dog Paw Prints Discovered on a Mud Brick in a Burned Bronze Age House in Turkey
Learn how a dog’s steps across a drying mud brick preserved a small moment of everyday life in an ancient city.
Gene switch therapy could prevent AND treat Alzheimer's
Researchers at the University of Bristol recently reported that they were able to convert the high-risk Alzheimer's gene, APOE4, into the lower-risk APOE3 gene.
2027 Super Bowl halftime show: A look at which special guests Jay Z could bring out for Super Bowl LXI
Will Jay Z bring out any guests? If he does, here are some guesses of who they could be
National exams for years 6, 10, and 12 proposed in major Australian schools shake-up
The radical exam proposal is backed by the federal opposition, which says it will help address the nations “inconsistent” school assessment system.
Winnipeg mixed martial artist earns first flyweight victory with speedy TKO
What Aidan Labao once believed was his greatest limitation is becoming his greatest strength.
Tom Jones pulls live shows on doctor's advice and tells fans he's 'truly sorry'
Sir Tom Jones has apologised to his fans tonight after he was forced to reschedule his upcoming tour dates in America following doctors orders