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OpenAI publishes AI math results on GitHub
OpenAI said the average result used computing power equivalent to roughly three hours of ChatGPT Pro thinking.
It looks like the Atlantic storm season may finally produce a hurricane
A low-pressure system in the western Gulf of Mexico should soon become a tropical storm, and based on the latest forecast modeling, it has a decent chance of becoming a hurricane. Normally, a hurricane forming in early October would not be particularly noteworthy.
Tiny light-measuring chip helps stabilize 10× more frequency combs
A chip-based frequency comb matched bulky lab systems in key tests, advancing compact, portable atomic clocks.
Warning over surge in private cannabis prescriptions in 3 years
Despite experts repeatedly warning of the dangers, private clinics handed out 1,967,268 prescriptions to Britons for medical cannabis in the 12 months to May this year.
Dana White's Contender Series 2026 Week 9 results: Preston LaGrange, Sal Everett among big winners on Tuesday
Dana White handed out three more contracts on Tuesday night after a busy week of fights
‘We’re short of resources’: France’s student protesters, in their own words
French students and teachers protesting school conditions spoke with Al Jazeera about their demands.
The change management playbook is broken. Here are 3 counterintuitive strategies that actually work
In 1995, Harvard Business Review published an article by Harvard professor John Kotter that has shaped how leaders have approached organizational change ever since. Based on his observations of more than 100 companies, he outlined a series of eight steps that he argued were necessary for successful transformation. Since then, countless change consultants, trained and certified in methodologies based on similar principles, such as the ADKAR (awareness, desire, knowledge, ability, and reinforce
Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint dies aged 102
She starred opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront, then alongside Cary Grant in Hitchcock's North by Northwest.
You can now open Claude directly in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides (and vice versa, open and edit the files in Claude)
Anthropic’s move means Google Workspace customers no longer have to choose Gemini simply because it is the AI sitting closest to their files.
CVE-2026-106061 Red Hat Enterprise Linux XMC Thumbnail Loader integer overflow
A vulnerability was found in Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-106061.
Bones in 'Jesus' burial chest may be physical link to Christ's family
Bone fragments recovered from a first-century limestone burial chest have been hailed as the first connection to the family of Jesus.
How Russia and the world are responding to a possible case of pneumonic plague after lab worker dies
GENEVA — The World Health Organisation (WHO) says a possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country as investigators look into what caused the death of a lab employee there last week.The UN health agency said Tuesday (Oct 6) that it has been in contact with
“Whoever was involved in his selection deserves praise” - R Ashwin lauds youngster’s performance in IND vs WI 2026 1st T20I
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opined that whoever was involved in Naman Dhir’s selection deserves praise.
Israeli troops seen smashing memorial in occupied West Bank
An Israeli soldier was spotted smashing a memorial to Palestinians during raids in the occupied West Bank.
Fire beat the Whitecaps 3-1 in matchup of former Bayern Munich teammates Lewandowski and Müller
CHICAGO (AP) — Philip Zinckernagel scored early in the second half, Maren Haile-Selassie had a late goal and an assist, and the Chicago Fire beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 on Tuesday night in a matchup of former Bayern Munich teammates Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Müller.
Behind the music - Josh Weathers
Texan country singer Josh Weathers makes his Irish debut when he plays Vicar Street, Dublin on the 24th of November and the Ulster Hall, Belfast the following night in support of Drake Milligan. We asked Josh the BIG questions . . .
Ray Dalio says we’re nearing point where AI bubble may burst
The technology is a ‘classic bubble’ that begins to pop as rates climb, warns billionaire Read more at The Business Times.
Jaguar Type 01 finally gets its full reveal – and it still looks like it's from another planet
Jaguar's new era finally begins, as the Type 01 gets its first official outing
APOD: 2026 October 7 – Supernova Remnant Pa 30
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 7 –… 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. Supernova Remnant Pa 30 Explanation: “Happy New Year!” No, wait, this is not a fireworks display. This image shows Nebula Pa 30, observed with the Gemini North Telescope in Hawai’i.
Hong Kong-Swiss siblings, in their 50s and still conquering marathons
Joanne Nixon and her brother, Elliot Froidevaux, have transformed their lives through running. Now, keeping active is a family affair.
Final pieces falling into place for Everest field to tackle champion
The Everest field is finally close to completion, 10 days out from the race, as slot-holders scramble to find connections willing to take on Ka Ying Rising.
Three years of Israel’s mass dispossession of West Bank Palestinians
Bedouin families uprooted by Israeli settlers describe a state-backed project of forced transfer in the West Bank.
RBI Raises Repo Rate: Do Credit Card Users Need To Worry? Here’s What Changes
What actually changes for someone who uses a credit card after repo rate hike announced by RBI today? News18 explains
Immersive Empire Birthday Sweepstakes
Enter the Immersive Empire Birthday Sweepstakes where 2 winners will receive a birthday party package for you and your guests!
Voice-Commanded Drone Swarm Debuts in Boxer Combat Vehicle: 100 Systems, Six Months
Voice-controlled drone swarm AI: Rheinmetall and Australian defense startup Breaker announce a teaming agreement at Land Forces 2026, integrating Breaker’s Avalon platform into the Boxer CRV in six months. A single crew member can command up to 100 autonomous systems by voice with existing
Google could soon take away an important Pixel Watch 2 and 3 safety feature
Code discovered in the Pixel Watch app shows that Google is getting ready to remove Safety Signal from the Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 3.
Microsoft defines its Azure instance lifecycle, without any info about timing
Redmond explains how VMs die, but not when you can expect that to happen
Government cancer pledge won't be reached until 2032, analysis finds
The Government will fail its pledge to treat urgent cancers within two months of referral in England, Cancer Research UK has warned.
"The W in WNBA stands for women" - Martina Navratilova speaks out for Sophie Cunningham amid calls for Indiana Fever removal
Martina Navratilova has made another show of support for WNBA star Sophie Cunningham, who has been embroiled in controversy since voicing her opposition to the inclusion of transgender athletes in wom
Has Russia’s fuel crisis given Iranian oil an opening in Central Asia?
Iran's oil exports have struggled amid a US blockade. A Russian energy crisis because of Ukrainian attacks could help.
Chet Hanks confronts Eric André at ComplexCon years after their public feud: Here’s what happened
Chet Hanks encountered Eric André at ComplexCon in Los Angeles over the weekend. This incident took place after the two publicly clashed years ago. Footage obtained by TMZ shows Hanks approaching André and confronting him before security stepped in. Hanks later shared his version of the encounter on
Skydance Film Chiefs Assure Staff Movie Divisions Will Function Independently
Josh Greenstein and Dana Goldberg, the newly appointed co-chairs for Skydance Motion Picture Group, assured staffers that their film devisions would function independently in the aftermath of the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.
France's Mistral unveils latest model in sovereign AI push
French AI startup Mistral announced on Oct 6 its biggest open-weight model, dubbed "Chonk", claiming enhanced performance and security capabilities.
US arrests suspect in connection with Tumbler Ridge school shooting
The suspect, from the western state of Washington, allegedly gave money and advice to the attacker over the internet.
Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks to Its 2026 Minimum
Earth Observatory Science Earth Observatory Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks to Its… Earth Earth Observatory Image of the Day EO Explorer Topics All Topics Atmosphere Land Heat & Radiation Life on Earth Human Dimensions Natural Events Oceans Remote Sensing Technology Snow & Ice Water More Content Collections Global Maps World of Change Articles Earth Matters Blog Blue Marble: Next Generation EO Kids Mission: Biomes About About Us Subscribe 🛜 RSS Contact Us Search Arctic sea ice reaches its annual minimum extent on September 12, 2026, tying several past years for
Study uncovers link between inherited blindness and a gene causing rare metabolic disease
Researchers at the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC) led the discovery of an unexpected connection between inherited blindness and a gene known for causing a rare metabolic disorder.
"God has given me this talent" - Novak Djokovic sends epic message about what still keeps him playing tennis after China Open win
Novak Djokovic recently sent an epic message about what still keeps him playing tennis.
How has Israel’s genocide changed Gaza?
Gaza City’s port was a hub for fishing and tourism before the genocide. Al Jazeera’s Maram Humaid shows what’s left.
16 tools for a more focused workday
This article is republished with permission from Wonder Tools, a newsletter that helps you discover the most useful sites and apps. Now that fall is here, my focus has been fragile. Noise, notifications, news, and email grab at my attention. To help cope with distractions, I’ve stitched together a focus tool kit with apps, sites, and sounds. Some are new, others old. My goal this season is to concentrate for a bit longer when my attention might otherwise drift. I hope this collecti
Amazon wins global rights to stream Emmys in six-year deal
The gala is leaving traditional US broadcast networks for live worldwide streaming.
Meta Wants to Write the Industry Standards for Safe Agentic Commerce, Report Says
Meta's Muse agent has been implicated in several privacy and security issues since it launched less than a month ago.
CVE-2026-14911 ASUS Router cross site scripting
A vulnerability was determined in ASUS Router 3.0.0.6.102 series. This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-14911.
UK advances design for the next-generation STEP fusion plant to boost efficiency
At the 34th Symposium on Fusion Technology (SOFT 2026) in Aix-en-Provence, the UK’s flagship fusion program revealed SPP3.
Plague in Russia sparks concern, COVID-19 pandemic memories: 5 things to know
The death of Russian lab technician researching the plague has set off alarms abroad and at home as observers note resemblances to the conditions that some theorized preceded the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports emerged last week that a laboratory worker at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute of S
Lionel Messi scores in tearful 'last tango' for Argentina
Lionel Messi marked his 208th and final game for Argentina with his 126th goal as his country bid an emotional farewell to the global icon.
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia amid concerns over repatriations
Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Malaysia on his first visit since the 2021 coup.
5 foods for better colon health: Harvard-trained gut doctor shares what he eats regularly
Incorporating beans, lentils, and peas into your meals is crucial for maintaining a healthy gut, claims Harvard-tarined gut doctor Dr Saurabh Sethi. Eating fruit daily supplies your body with vital vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds. A small serving of tree nuts provides healthy fats and fiber
'Shah Rukh has always been like an elder brother': Abhishek Bachchan reveals how the 'King' star has taken ‘personal responsibility’ for his career, recalls playing cricket with him alongside Hrithik Roshan and Uday Chopra
Abhishek Bachchan has opened up about his upcoming action thriller King with Shah Rukh Khan, calling it his favourite film at the moment. The actor also revealed that SRK, whom he considers an elder brother, has repeatedly taken “personal responsibility” for his career and supported him at various s
Ex-Ramp engineers raise $20M for platform Melius after scrapping their first product
Instead of helping marketers manage and optimize ad spend, the company is focusing on building the tools that generate the creative assets and campaigns.
HBO Max, Paramount+, and Discovery+ "will unify into a single service”
After months of industry and customer speculation, Paramount Skydance has shed some light on the future of the HBO Max and Paramount+ streaming services. Paramount Skydance completed its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) today, ending a monthslong saga that began when Netflix last year announced its own plans to buy WBD. Netflix scrapped those plans in February.
This tiny snail was declared extinct but found alive on Norfolk Island in 2020; just 46 founders launched a breeding programme that has now returned more than 1,300 to the wild
A tiny land snail once listed as extinct has made a remarkable return to Norfolk Island, after an unexpected discovery in 2020 triggered one of Australia’s first large-scale snail conservation and reintroduction programmes. The Campbell’s keeled glass-snail (Advena campbellii) had not been seen for
Chronic shoulder pain is often a little-known nerve condition
Kirti had been trying to ignore the pain in her shoulder and upper arm for weeks.
"He doesn't get into a firefight" - Dricus du Plessis previews potential Sean Strickland vs. Nassourdine Imavov rematch
Dricus du Plessis recently shared his thoughts on a potential Sean Strickland vs. Nassourdine Imavov rematch and issued a bold preview.
Yemen’s Houthis attack Aden airport; Saudi forces down missile near Riyadh
Yemeni government says one of the missiles hit Aden airport's runway minutes before a flight from Cairo was due to land.
Have you outgrown your career—or just need a small change? Follow these steps to find out
You’ve been working hard at your job for several years, ticking off milestones your younger self could have only dreamed of. Then one day you look around and wonder why you wanted this in the first place. Or perhaps you pursued what you thought was your dream role, but you realize that there are a lot of things about it that you don’t like. Many people spend a lot of their waking hours at work, so what you experience there will often spill into other parts of your life. And if a big chunk
John Stewart's Green Lantern Status After Lanterns Finale Explained By Co-Creator Tom King - TVLine
Lanterns has concluded and John Stewart is officially wielding a power ring. Now, the show's co-creator can shed some additional light on his superhero status.
SpaceX Seeking to Raise $40 Billion to Buy Nvidia Chips, FT Says
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is seeking to raise $40 billion in a financing led by Apollo Global Management Inc. to buy Nvidia Corp.’s chips, the Financial Times reported, underscoring the insatiable demand among AI developers for more computing power.
Hackers obtain counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large services
Attackers hijacked three top-level domains and used their control to mint counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large organizations, Google said Tuesday. The attackers launched a series of attacks on the .gh, .sl, and .as country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) and then modified authoritative DNS records for selected domains within those namespaces.
The Sphinx was built from rocks filled with fossils of crocodiles
The Sphinx is one of ancient Egypt's most enigmatic monuments, and now scientists have found that it could be hiding a very unusual secret.
New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10
Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization
NLDS Game 3 winners and losers: Dodgers slug their way to series lead; Chris Sale good but not good enough
San Diego avoided elimination with another tight win, while Enrique Hernández and Freddie Freeman powered the Dodgers to a victory over the Braves
Palestine: The Lost Team
The forgotten story of the football team that played as Palestine in 1934 — without Arab Palestinian players.
Researchers tracked $80 million spent on AI-generated political ads for the midterms. Here’s what they found
The 2026 U.S. midterm campaigns are the first in which AI-generated political ads are regularly appearing on people’s televisions and social media feeds. We are researchers who have been studying political advertising through the Wesleyan Media Project since 2010. This election cycle—using data from media reports; student coders; and AdImpact, a firm that tracks political ad spending—we’ve tracked about $80 million in spending on almost 170 unique ads that use AI. What we found has surpris
Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra announce second pregnancy: ‘Blessed once again’
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra announced their second pregnancy on Wednesday. They welcomed their daughter, Saraayah, in 2025.