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Big Tech is cashing in on AI while the rest of corporate America sees no financial returns — report outlines how rising token costs threaten to squeeze corporate profit margins
AI

Big Tech is cashing in on AI while the rest of corporate America sees no financial returns — report outlines how rising token costs threaten to squeeze corporate profit margins

Apollo data shows the Magnificent Seven widening their revenue-per-employee lead over the S&P 493 between 2019 and 2026, highlighting the growing productivity gap between Big Tech and the broader market.

Disney Plus: 31 Best TV Shows You Should Stream Right Now - CNET
Technology

Disney Plus: 31 Best TV Shows You Should Stream Right Now - CNET

Disney Plus is chock full of epic TV show offerings, from Star Wars to Marvel and beyond, guaranteeing hours of fun for the whole family.

Science

Anthropic’s AI Agents Outwork Humans By 6x. So Why Are You Needed?

Your new coworker just logged in and has already clocked six times as many hours as you, except it doesn’t sleep, indulge in the latest office gossip, or need breaks. And to add insult to injury…it’s a robot. That’s the reality at AI startup and research company Anthropic. The AI giant released a …

What people aged 50 and older need to know about flu shots
Health

What people aged 50 and older need to know about flu shots

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Dr. Ann Falsey of the University of Rochester Medical School about flu shots for people aged 50 and older.

Three sporting events to watch this week: Your handy guide to sport on television
Sports

Three sporting events to watch this week: Your handy guide to sport on television

Guide to sport on television (Monday – Sunday, October 26th – November 1st)

10/25: Face The Nation
World

10/25: Face The Nation

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," with the midterm elections less than 10 days away, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto dives into our latest polling. Plus. retiring GOP Sen. Thom Tillis joins.

RYBREVANT FASPRO™ (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) combination demonstrates 77% overall response rate in first-line treatment of patients with advanced head and neck cancer
Business

RYBREVANT FASPRO™ (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) combination demonstrates 77% overall response rate in first-line treatment of patients with advanced head and neck cancer

/PRNewswire/ -- Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) today announced new results from Cohort 5 of the Phase 1b/2 OrigAMI-4 study showing deep and durable responses...

Parker Posey: "I have felt in the right place at the right time"
Culture

Parker Posey: "I have felt in the right place at the right time"

In the 1990s actress Parker Posey was dubbed "The Queen of the Indies." The Emmy-nominated star of "The White Lotus," and the new film "Wild Horse Nine" talks about her Southern upbringing, and how her parents inspired her acting.

AI

Moonshot tells Kimi AI to code away, but leave the hacking alone

Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI is deliberately limiting the hacking capabilities of its latest artificial intelligence model, highlighting a growing dilemma for the industry: how do companies make AI more powerful without making cyberattacks easier to carry out? The company introduced Kimi K3.1 Pro

Data Center Customers Are Reportedly Footing A Bigger Bill For A Superior HBM Supply Chain, Where Samsung Has An Edge, As It’s Estimated To Charge Up To 25% Extra
Technology

Data Center Customers Are Reportedly Footing A Bigger Bill For A Superior HBM Supply Chain, Where Samsung Has An Edge, As It’s Estimated To Charge Up To 25% Extra

Samsung’s HBM supply chain edge is reportedly commanding a premium of up to 25%, with data center customers willing to pay for assured volumes

7 technologies the US military uses to stop hostile drones
Science

7 technologies the US military uses to stop hostile drones

From microwaves to interceptor drones, explore seven technologies the US military is using or testing to counter hostile unmanned aircraft.

How $2 rhubarb slashes cholesterol and wards off liver disease
Health

How $2 rhubarb slashes cholesterol and wards off liver disease

Rhubarb may make you think of pies and summer crumbles. But this overlooked $2 produce pick has health benefits for your cholesterol, digestion and liver that may warrant a closer look.

Week 7 NFL betting promos: Get over $3,000 in bonuses from online betting apps, sportsbooks for NFL Sunday
Sports

Week 7 NFL betting promos: Get over $3,000 in bonuses from online betting apps, sportsbooks for NFL Sunday

Top Week 7 NFL betting apps include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, bet365, Caesars, Fanatics Sportsbook and Hard Rock Bet

World

Jordanians mourn victims of deadly church attack

Jordanians mourn victims of deadly church attack

BSF apprehends four Pakistani fishermen in Kutch, seizes boat
Business

BSF apprehends four Pakistani fishermen in Kutch, seizes boat

Four fishermen from Pakistan's Sindh province were apprehended by the Border Security Force in Gujarat. They had entered Indian waters for crab-catching activities near Sir Creek on Sunday. The BSF acted on specific intelligence inputs during the operation that led to their capture. Additionally, a

Sunday Slay: Maura Higgins’ Hottest Shots Make a Scorching Statement!
Culture

Sunday Slay: Maura Higgins’ Hottest Shots Make a Scorching Statement!

Sunday Slay is back with reality TV stunner Maura Higgins -- and if you haven’t seen what she’s serving up beneath her "Dancing With The Stars" costumes, consider today your lucky day!

AI

The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you should know about

We compiled a list of all the hottest AI wearables, including Muse Charm, Bee, Friend, Plaud, and more.

Samsung probably isn't rebranding One UI as Galaxy OS - Engadget
Technology

Samsung probably isn't rebranding One UI as Galaxy OS - Engadget

A bunch of recent rumors have suggested Samsung has some changes in store for its smartphone interface.

A black hole splitting in two sounds impossible but physics has a loophole
Science

A black hole splitting in two sounds impossible but physics has a loophole

The findings could help scientists understand the limits of Einstein's theory of general relativity and investigate whether black holes can behave in ways that challenge our current understanding of the universe.

Gran, 51, loses 5st with Slimming World after menopause weight gain
Health

Gran, 51, loses 5st with Slimming World after menopause weight gain

Emma Artemiou, 51, weighed 13st 6lbs and was classed as obese

Oregon fires offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer amid continued scoring struggles
Sports

Oregon fires offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer amid continued scoring struggles

The first-year offensive coordinator lasted just eight games before his firing

World

Barcelona vs Real Madrid LIVE: La Liga El Clasico

Follow updates from El Clasico at Camp Nou, including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game.

Look up tonight: October’s full moon is for hunters
Business

Look up tonight: October’s full moon is for hunters

This evening, the night sky is helping to set a spooky mood for the upcoming Halloween festivities later this week. Just after midnight (12:12 a.m. ET on Monday, October 26), the Hunter’s Moon will reach peak illumination. Here’s everything you need to know about this luminous orb so you can be the most informed person at your office. What exactly is a full moon anyways? Much like Picasso or moody teenagers, the Moon goes through phases. Unlike the artist and hormonal youths, the Moon’s

What channel is Man Utd v Bournemouth Premier League match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Culture

What channel is Man Utd v Bournemouth Premier League match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time

Check out how to watch Man Utd v Bournemouth in the Premier League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.

AI

AI delivers ‘zero financial payoff’ to most companies, according to Apollo economist

"Despite massive investments and widespread hype around artificial intelligence, the technology has delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech."

Which phone has the best portrait camera mode? I tested the big three to find out
Technology

Which phone has the best portrait camera mode? I tested the big three to find out

Apple iPhone vs Google Pixel vs Samsung Galaxy: Which phone takes the best portrait photos. I compare all three to find out.

Opinion | Florida police ruined my life with a false AI match. Now I’m demanding justice.
Science

Opinion | Florida police ruined my life with a false AI match. Now I’m demanding justice.

When I’ve gotten in trouble, I’ve paid my debt to society. But the government doesn’t want to pay theirs.

Aneurin Bevan and how the Query Club set him on path to power
Health

Aneurin Bevan and how the Query Club set him on path to power

How a group of young radicals helped set Aneurin Bevan on the path to founding the NHS.

Dr Crokes claim Kerry crown as late salvo upends Kenmare
Sports

Dr Crokes claim Kerry crown as late salvo upends Kenmare

A late scoring burst from an indomitable Dr Crokes team secured a 15th Kerry SFC title for the Killarney club at the expense of a gallant Kenmare Shamrocks team appearing in their first every county final.

World

Jerusalem Daily: Israel expels thousands from Hebron

Jerusalem Daily: Israel expels thousands from Hebron

Business

BTIG warns stocks may fall after midterms as credit risks mount

BTIG warns stocks may fall after midterms as credit risks mount

Serielizados TV Festival Prizes: Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty’ and ‘Astonishing’ ‘Killing a Bear’ Win Big as ‘El Observatorio’ Bags the Mind the Gap Pitch Prize
Culture

Serielizados TV Festival Prizes: Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty’ and ‘Astonishing’ ‘Killing a Bear’ Win Big as ‘El Observatorio’ Bags the Mind the Gap Pitch Prize

At Serielizados’ awards ceremony Oct 24 in Barcelona, Hagai Levi’s ‘Etty and the Sánchez-Cabezudo brothers’ ‘Killing a Bear’ scored the biggest prizes

As the US and China form AI blocs, countries are increasingly torn between them
AI

As the US and China form AI blocs, countries are increasingly torn between them

With the two leading AI powers, the United States and China, forming their own AI blocs, other countries are maneuvering to harness the strengths of both groupings without alienating either and risking losing out

8BitDo's latest button-only arcade controller is now up for pre-order - Engadget
Technology

8BitDo's latest button-only arcade controller is now up for pre-order - Engadget

The Arcade Controller Pro starts at $119.99 and will start shipping in late November.

As vote nears, Trump’s AI gamble fuels economic uncertainty
Science

As vote nears, Trump’s AI gamble fuels economic uncertainty

Some of the world’s leading financiers are sounding increasingly alarmed about an AI bubble.

More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are
Health

More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are

The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.

Here's why the LaLiga race is probably over if Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico
Sports

Here's why the LaLiga race is probably over if Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico

Hansi Flick's side have nine wins from nine domestic matches, putting Jose Mourinho in a must-win spot to keep the title race alive, if history is anything to go by

Ukraine disputes Musk's claim that its military violated Starlink's terms of service
World

Ukraine disputes Musk's claim that its military violated Starlink's terms of service

Ukrainian officials have disputed Elon Musk's claims that their military violated Starlink’s terms by using it for offensive drone strikes

Donald Trump-Republicans or Democrats -- Who will win US Midterm elections 2026? Here's what survey polls say with 10 days to go
Business

Donald Trump-Republicans or Democrats -- Who will win US Midterm elections 2026? Here's what survey polls say with 10 days to go

US midterm elections 2026: Out of 435 seats in the House of Representatives, Republicans have 218 seats, Democrats have 214, Independents have 1 and there are two vacancies.

Passage: In memoriam
Culture

Passage: In memoriam

"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actor Tom Skerritt, known for such films as "Top Gun," "Alien," and "Steel Magnolias," and the TV series "Picket Fences."

4 Ray-Ban Meta privacy settings you should change before wearing them - Engadget
AI

4 Ray-Ban Meta privacy settings you should change before wearing them - Engadget

By disabling cloud storage and turning off AI-training features, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses owners can be proactive about protecting themselves and others.

iPhone Duo is on sale now: What to know before you buy
Technology

iPhone Duo is on sale now: What to know before you buy

Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo is now on sale. Get prices, specs, early review findings and what to know about limited Apple Store stock.

r/opensource just banned AI, non-English speakers and more
Science

r/opensource just banned AI, non-English speakers and more

The opensource subreddit’s new rules against AI have sparked a revolt.

Health

Iran nearing mental-health emergency, psychology chief says

“The overall condition of society in a situation of neither war nor peace can create significant psychological strain,” he said. He said people ...

NFL DFS, Chiefs vs. Seahawks: Top daily Fantasy picks, lineup advice for 'Sunday Night Football'
Sports

NFL DFS, Chiefs vs. Seahawks: Top daily Fantasy picks, lineup advice for 'Sunday Night Football'

DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy picks and advice for Seahawks vs. Chiefs on 'Sunday Night Football'

World

Trump’s tariff pause angers some US ranchers, boosts Brazil beef imports

Just as American cattle went to market, Trump's action added unease to an industry already facing uncertainty.

Rates of short-term bills, bonds may end higher on hawkish BSP - BusinessWorld Online
Business

Rates of short-term bills, bonds may end higher on hawkish BSP - BusinessWorld Online

GOVERNMENT SECURITIES on offer this week may fetch higher yields following the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) outsized…

Hit-and-Run Driver Allegedly Plows Into Cyclists, Killing 2 and Dragging Victim Over a Mile
Culture

Hit-and-Run Driver Allegedly Plows Into Cyclists, Killing 2 and Dragging Victim Over a Mile

Two people are dead after a hit-and-run driver plowed into a group of cyclists ... dragging one of the victims over a mile.

'We have to make this work' – boss of Govt's new AI and quantum computing agency
AI

'We have to make this work' – boss of Govt's new AI and quantum computing agency

The NZ Institute for Advanced Technology has 11 staff and a mandate to hire up to 25.

Technology

Government websites in South Africa hit by downtime

South Africa's State IT Agency said any downtime of government websites over the weekend was due to ongoing planned maintenance.

Four-legged robot solves giant Rubik's Cube without using hands
Science

Four-legged robot solves giant Rubik's Cube without using hands

Researchers from ETH Zurich’s Robotic Systems Lab have taught one of its four-legged ANYmal robots to solve a giant Rubik's Cube using its feet.

Health

Foot-specific health status in a large convenience sample of adults living in Spain: a cross-sectional study - Scientific Reports

Foot health is crucial to people’s overall well-being and independence but is often underestimated. Foot injuries are common, affecting mobility and increasing the risk of falls. This study aimed to evaluate foot-specific health status using section 1 of the Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ),

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield gets unexpected help from World Series team to make return after injury
Sports

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield gets unexpected help from World Series team to make return after injury

Mayfield is returning after missing three games with a thumb injury to his throwing hand

World

Israel’s ‘Generation Right’ could shape Netanyahu’s future

The global trend may show young people leaning politically to the left, but in Israel… they’re leaning to the right.

Business

SA Asks: What sort of sector rotations are we seeing right now in equities?

SA Asks: What sort of sector rotations are we seeing right now in equities?

Is Music Nostalgia Keeping Us From Finding Our Next Favorite Artist?
Culture

Is Music Nostalgia Keeping Us From Finding Our Next Favorite Artist?

In an increasingly confusing modern music industry, is reliance on nostalgia the reason we're in such disarray?

AI Spending Fears Threaten to Swamp Big Tech’s Strong Earnings
AI

AI Spending Fears Threaten to Swamp Big Tech’s Strong Earnings

Three of the biggest and most important technology companies in the world are expected to show healthy growth when they report earnings this week.

Pixels of the Week – October 25, 2026 by Stéphanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.
Technology

Pixels of the Week – October 25, 2026 by Stéphanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.

👉🏻 Curated weekly UX Research, Design & Tech resources: the “disability dongle” and real accessibility barriers, ecommerce accessibility and where customers get stuck, AI-generated UI as fast design not UX, why decorative images aren’t a thing, vibe prototyping as a double-edged sword, a family gami

Billionaire investor warns Bitcoin will be hacked and go to zero
Science

Billionaire investor warns Bitcoin will be hacked and go to zero

Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya has warned that Bitcoin (BTC) will eventually be hacked and collapse to zero.

The College of Magic turns ordinary kids into confident, top-hat wearing magicians
Health

The College of Magic turns ordinary kids into confident, top-hat wearing magicians

The students, many from marginalized communities, learn to conjure up candy, do card tricks — and face the world with a confident, creative and resilient mindset.

Kiwis player ratings: Christchurch duo steal the show against Cook Islands
Sports

Kiwis player ratings: Christchurch duo steal the show against Cook Islands

OPINION: Rating the performances of the Kiwis against the Cook Islands in Christchurch.

Venezuela opposition leader Machado returns after months in exile
World

Venezuela opposition leader Machado returns after months in exile

Nobel laureate María Corina Machado has reappeared in Venezuela for the first time since December

Business

Trending stocks this week as markets navigate AI concerns, geopolitical tensions

Trending stocks this week as markets navigate AI concerns, geopolitical tensions

Culture

Charo Santos, Annette Gozon amuse with collab that ‘no one expected’

Charo Santos-Concio and Annette Gozon-Valdes amused social media users after joining the viral “All I See Is Dollar Signs” trend. Santos took to Instagram on Saturday, Oct. 24, to share a TikTok video of herself and Gozon-Valdes participating in the trend. The duo began the trend by clicking their h

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