World in a Pulse
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China urges US Treasury to stop proposed restrictions on tech investments
The ministry also said the proposal would damage economic ties between the two countries, and it reserved the right to take unspecified countermeasures.
This Week’s Awesome Tech Stories From Around the Web (Through October 24)
From an mRNA cancer vaccine to cybersecurity's "Black October," check out this week's awesome tech stories from around the web.
Container-based system launches missiles, can be deployed on ships
Known as the NSM Mission Module, the system packages up to four missile canisters inside a standard 20-foot shipping container, offering a potentially simpler way to deploy precision anti-ship strike capabilities.
Can a plant extract really combat Ozempic face? Experts reveal truth
It's an unwelcome side effect of weight loss jabs used by millions of Britons. 'Ozempic face' can leave users with gaunt features such as hollow cheeks, sagging skin and sunken eyes.
Alexander Volkanovski, Petr Yan solidify their greatness at UFC 333
Facing tough tests, the champions at UFC 333 proved their all-time mettle in their respective divisions.
Storm Boelo: Travel disrupted and events cancelled as UK hit by wind and rain
Fresh deluge of wet weather comes after Storm Austen brought strong winds to many regions on Friday
Republican billionaire Rick Jackson is walking a Trump tightrope in his quest to lead Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — He
5 Christmas-Themed TV Shows Worth Watching All Year Round - TVLine
Shows like Black Doves, Hawkeye, and Home for Christmas may feature the holiday as part of their premise, but they can be watched anytime of the year.
Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
Slow-moving light helps silicon chip hit 200 Gb/s for AI data centers
Researchers in Japan have developed a compact silicon optical modulator that transmits data at up to 200 gigabits per second (Gb/s), using slow-moving light and a built-in electrical equalizer.
China explores wing-mounted radar to expand airborne surveillance
The team behind China’s J-20 fighters has outlined a radar design that redirects coverage by changing an aircraft’s flight attitude.
I was told I was 'too young' for breast cancer. I was diagnosed at 27
Natasha May, now 34, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at 27. Now, she is urging all women to check themselves regularly and know what's 'normal' for them.
NFL levies two fines to 49ers LB Fred Warner for hit on Commanders TE Chig Okonkwo
Warner was initially flagged for the violation, but the officials picked it up
How have Democrats’ policies shifted since the last major US election?
From trans rights to Israel's war on Gaza, the party's candidates have responded to voter shifts on a slew of issues.
I'm Struggling To Break Out Of The YOLO Mindset When It Comes To Money. I Can't Shake The Feeling That ‘T
What if you spend years paying off debt, saying no to vacations and putting your life on hold, only to never get the chance to enjoy your money? That’s the thought keeping Serena from Florida from making progress on her
The 3 Best Movies to Stream on Peacock This Week
Here is your guide to the three best movies on Peacock you can stream this week, including "Asteroid City" and "Collateral."
The AI graveyard: a running list of projects and startups that didn’t make it
From Apple's repeatedly delayed Siri AI to OpenAI's messy "super app" launch, here's a look at the AI projects that shut down or missed expectations.
I hope Apple’s touchscreen MacBook takes some lessons from this Lenovo laptop
Give us a 2-in-1, you cowards.
Video. Euronews on the ground as hundreds of thousands protest in Paris
Video. The government has blamed the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party and Jean-Luc Mélenchon for what it says is stoking violence, an accusation the party denies.
Christina Applegate puts a face on one of the most consequential challenges in neurology
“The goal is not simply to diagnose MS faster. It is to get the diagnosis right,” writes Bruce Bebo.
UFC 333 results, takeaways: Alexander Volkanovski reminds of his greatness, Petr Yan pulls off masterclass
Volkanovski and Yan showed why they might be all-time greats in their respective weight classes on Saturday
Gunmen kill at least 10 people in eastern Nigeria, police say
Nigerian police say a large group carried out the attack on Binnari village in Taraba State.
Arunachal anti-dam protesters attack houses of MLAs and state BJP chief
The violence that started Friday continued till Saturday early morning. Houses of MLAs Ninong Ering and Oni Panyang, and BJP state president Kaling Moyong were vandalised by the protestors, chief minister Pema Khandu said. Earlier, four women were injured when security personnel fired tear gas shell
Heidi Klum Shares Glimpse of Grotesque 2026 Halloween Costume One Week Before Annual Bash
Heidi Klum shared a sneak peek at her upcoming Halloween costume ahead of her annual party: "What’s my costume?"
Mercedes prices faux V8 engine noises higher than V6 sounds in new AMG GT electric SUV
Those funny AI videos where a clear windshield is a subscription-based service may be rather prophetic. Mercedes is making buyers of its electric AMG GT SUV pay more for faux V8 engine sounds.
Ice sheet expansion may have started 2,000 years ago, but we canceled that
Barnes Ice Cap sits on the central plateau of Baffin Island, in the Canadian Arctic. It is the last surviving fragment of the Laurentide Ice Sheet, the largest of the Pleistocene ice sheets, which at its peak buried most of Canada under two miles of ice and locked away around 80 meters of sea level.
Why do mathematicians keep proving things they already know?
What exactly is a mathematical proof? Columnist Jacob Aron breaks down how mathematicians plot a course to answer open questions, and how finding several solutions to the same problem is an important part of the whole endeavour of maths
A novel mRNA cancer vaccine helps reduce chances of melanoma patients' tumors returning
A first-of-its-kind cancer vaccine is significantly reducing the chances that melanoma patients’ tumors come back, according to results of a major study released last week by drugmakers Moderna…
Meghan ‘upset’ by police failure to act on letter about father
The duchess is also said to have been aware of separate allegations against Thomas Markle Snr, but was reportedly told by police not to discuss them publicly.
Trump lauds Melania over Russia-Ukraine localised ceasefire deal
Donald Trump praised First Lady as 'better than professionals' after a localised Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky.
U.S. Energy Execs Say They Quit Startup Over Undisclosed Russian Funding
High-ranking officials at the company, Polar LNG, shared concerns with the Trump administration.
‘Ramayana’: Early review of Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer goes VIRAL; film earns praise for 'emotional' story and stunning visuals
Part 1’, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Yash as Ravana, is all set to take over the big screens this Diwali. With the clock ticking down to the film's release on November 5, reports about an early review leaking online is now doing the rounds.
Forced to pick, Grok’s AI model chooses Republicans. OpenAI’s picks Democrats.
A new study found Grok's AI overwhelmingly recommends Republican candidates while OpenAI's GPT favors Democrats, with the two AI models disagreeing in more than 90% of nearly 500 election races.
Scientists uncover how insect-killing bacteria could lead to antibiotics
Scientists found three forces behind insect-killing bacteria, which might lead to new antibiotics.
AI-powered wearables recreate five food smells sent over the internet
Researchers have developed an AI system that identifies odors and sends signals to wearable devices that release corresponding scents.
The Fight Over Who Counts in India
"Many Indians might have forgiven Modi for his numerous missteps, but they are determined not to let him devalue their voting power," writes Asim Ali.
Giants' John Harbaugh details J.J. McCarthy decision with convincing explanation: 'Heck of a skill set'
The switch from Jameis Winston to McCarthy comes after the third-year quarterback has been with the team for four weeks
Dalifornia: China’s mountain escape for burnt-out youth
With China’s economy slowing and youth unemployment rising, exhausted, disillusioned young people are seeking stress relief.
I'm 64 With Cancer, $0 Retirement And $1,500 Social Security — Is There Anything I Can Invest In To Make
A magic wand would come in handy when retirement is around the corner and the savings account is empty. Unfortunately, a 64-year-old West Virginia pastor named Mark couldn’t count on one. After 41 years in ministry,
Why the charts are full of old songs - and so are your playlists
The chart is full is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?
Blue Planet III is keeping the rough edges in the age of AI
BBC’s Blue Planet III is keeping in shots that would normally end up on the cutting room floor to prove it’s real.
Capcom confirms data breach that affected 11.7 million users - Engadget
Capcom ID is still available to use, but users may see more phishing scam emails.
Suspected China rocket debris measuring 11-feet found in US cornfield
An 11-foot metal dome found in a Minnesota cornfield may come from China’s Zhuque-2E rocket, raising questions about its uncontrolled return.
Supplement discovery reveals you can build muscle without working out
A supplement popular with gymgoers for building muscle is being hailed as a surprise strength booster, even for adults who don't exercise.
NC State coaching candidates: Wolfpack legend Philip Rivers, Dan Mullen among options to replace Dave Doeren
Rivers' son, Gunner, is a top recruit who is committed to NC State in the 2027 recruiting cycle
Brazil’s candidates hold final rallies before knife-edge run off
Brazil’s candidates hold final rallies before knife-edge run off
Some US runways have pulsing white lights across their path: When switched on, they mark the point where a landing aircraft must stop short
Discover how pulsing white lights on US runways play a crucial role in air traffic safety by guiding pilots where to stop during land and hold short operations (LAHSO).
Sam Fender calls out ticket prices ahead of tour
The Geordie singer says on Instagram he is "not happy" with the reported ticket prices.
NVIDIA RTX 30 & RTX 40 GPUs Get Impressively Fast In AI LLMs As Compute Doubles With New Unlock Tool But Prices Surge Too
New GPU unlock tool unlocks full potential of NVIDIA's RTX 30 & RTX 40 GPUs, achieving faster AI LLM performance and compute capabilities.
Apple iPhone Duo Owners Report Hinge-Side Cracks on Inner Display: What’s Going On?
Apple iPhone Duo owners report cracked inner screens and bright pixel lines along the hinge, raising concerns about the foldable phone’s display durability.
Hear Amelia Earhart's VOICE like never before
Scientists have used AI to enhance a historical recording of Amelia Earhart, making her voice sound clearer than ever before.
The pantry heroes that prove you don't need to spend big to eat well
Canned food has a reputation for being the cheaper, less nutritious cousin of fresh food, but that isn't always true. As a registered dietitian, these are my top recommendations.
2026 WNBA Finals: Game 6 venue up in the air for Dream vs. Valkyries with State Farm Arena already booked
The Atlanta Hawks are scheduled to play at State Farm Arena on Thursday night, which leaves the Dream scrambling for an alternative
Iran blames US for deal failure, urges new try amid fear of new attacks
Tehran warns that even limited strikes would trigger a response 'several times greater'.
Kimi Antonelli aims for F1 history at US Grand Prix, could become youngest champion ever
Kimi Antonelli is poised to potentially win the Formula One championship at the US Grand Prix. With a solid performance during practice, he showed remarkable speed against his competitors. His win, coupled with specific finishes from his rivals, could secure the title for him. The final races in Qat
China urges Trump administration to back off new tech curbs and warns of fresh trade fallout
Restrictions are set to expand beyond existing limits on US investments in China's semiconductor, quantum technology and AI sectors
Block’s new voice model sounds eerily human
Block said that the voice model can run locally on a MacBook M4 Max
A 1,000-mile cloud on Mars may reveal physics never seen in nature
Every morning during the Martian spring and summer, a thin and extremely long cloud emerges, only to disappear again. The wispy formation appears near the volcano Arsia Mons and gradually elongates until it reaches over 1,000 miles—about the distance from New York to Kansas City as the crow flies—before dissipating. This cycle then repeats for several months. Since it was first recorded by a probe in 2018, scientists have been unable to find a plausible explanation for the existence of this cloud, often referred to as the Arsia Mons Elongated Cloud (AMEC). Until now.
US drinking water may contain 2x reported levels of 'forever chemicals’
A new study has found that methods used to measure PFAS in US drinking water may underestimate actual chemical levels.
Improving Healthcare Worker Wellness Through a Workplace Weight Loss Challenge
Background Overweight and obesity are important health concerns among healthcare providers. Work-related factors, including prolonged sedentary ...
Volkanovski retains UFC featherweight title
Australian Alexander Volkanovski retained his UFC featherweight title with a second-round technical knockout of Movsar Evloev.
Meghan ‘upset’ by police failure to act on letter about father
The duchess is also said to have been aware of separate allegations against Thomas Markle Snr, but was reportedly told by police not to discuss them publicly.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Slip as Strong Earnings Collide With AI Bubble Fears and $117 Oil - Invesco QQQ Tr
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices pulled back as investors focused on the strong earnings season amid the AI bubble.
How Label Issues Kept Outkast From Reuniting for One More Song in 2010: 'It’s Stupid Politics'
Big Boi once explained how annoying label issues with Jive Records prevented us from ever getting more Outkast collaborations.