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Greece: At least 17 dead in boat capsize off Crete - DW ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Greece: At least 17 dead in boat capsize off Crete DWAt Least 17 Migrants Die in Greece’s Worst Shipwreck in Two Years The New York TimesAt least ... Continue Reading »

Unpacking a Trump Twist of the National Security Strategy - Council on Foreign Relations ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Unpacking a Trump Twist of the National Security Strategy Council on Foreign RelationsTrump lays bare his contempt for Europe in blistering new national security plan CNNDemocrats pan ... Continue Reading »

Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says - CNN ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says CNNUN agency says Chornobyl nuclear plant's protective shield damaged ReutersUpdate 331 – ... Continue Reading »

Deadly attack on kindergarten reported in Sudan - BBC ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Deadly attack on kindergarten reported in Sudan BBCRSF attacks on Sudan’s Kalogi kill 114, including many children: Official Al JazeeraSudanese paramilitary drone attack kills 50, including 33 ... Continue Reading »

Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says - Reuters ↓

Sunday December 07, 2025

Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News Continue Reading »

Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin - CBS News ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin CBS NewsGaza talks at critical moment, ceasefire not complete, Qatar's prime minister ... Continue Reading »

Venezuela’s Nobel Winner Will Go to Norway for Peace Prize, Official Says - The New York Times ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Venezuela’s Nobel Winner Will Go to Norway for Peace Prize, Official Says The New York TimesNobel laureate Maria Corina Machado to travel to Oslo to receive ... Continue Reading »

Several tourists among at least 23 killed in blaze at Goa nightclub - The Guardian ↓

Sunday December 07, 2025

Several tourists among at least 23 killed in blaze at Goa nightclub The GuardianStaff and tourists among 23 killed in Goa nightclub fire, officials say BBC23 killed ... Continue Reading »

Immigration hawks push for new restrictions in wake of National Guard shooting - Politico ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Immigration hawks push for new restrictions in wake of National Guard shooting PoliticoImmigrants kept from Faneuil Hall citizenship ceremony as feds crackdown nationwide GBHTrump administration will expand ... Continue Reading »

India's elaborate welcome of Putin strains Western ties - DW ↓

Friday December 05, 2025

India's elaborate welcome of Putin strains Western ties DWPutin Basks in Praise From Modi on India Visit The New York TimesPutin in India: Russia ready to provide ... Continue Reading »

China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over fire coverage - Reuters ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over fire coverage ReutersChina’s National Security Office in Hong Kong Summons Foreign Journalists The New York TimesHong Kong Summons International ... Continue Reading »

Heavy rains hamper recovery as death toll from floods in Asia exceeds 1,750 - Al Jazeera ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Heavy rains hamper recovery as death toll from floods in Asia exceeds 1,750 Al JazeeraIndonesians climb over logs in walk to aid centre as flood deaths ... Continue Reading »

The story behind the young woman who wept while hugging Pope Leo in Beirut - National Catholic Reporter ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

The story behind the young woman who wept while hugging Pope Leo in Beirut National Catholic ReporterPope inflight says fears over Islam often a political maneuver ... Continue Reading »

Syria interim president accuses Israel of fighting ‘ghosts’ and exporting crises - The Guardian ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Syria interim president accuses Israel of fighting ‘ghosts’ and exporting crises The GuardianSyrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord CNNSyria’s al-Sharaa ... Continue Reading »

Why are IndiGo flights getting cancelled across India? Crisis explained as it all boils down to shortage of pilots - Tribune India ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Why are IndiGo flights getting cancelled across India? Crisis explained as it all boils down to shortage of pilots Tribune IndiaIndia warns IndiGo of regulatory action ... Continue Reading »

Von der Leyen, Merz: Talks with Belgium over Russian assets were ‘constructive’ - politico.eu ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Von der Leyen, Merz: Talks with Belgium over Russian assets were ‘constructive’ politico.euUS Urged Europeans to Oppose EU Plan for Loan to Support Ukraine Bloomberg.comNewspaper headlines: Russian ... Continue Reading »

Mass shooting at South African hostel bar leaves 11 dead, including 3 children - PBS ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Mass shooting at South African hostel bar leaves 11 dead, including 3 children PBSAt least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting BBCGunmen kill at least 12 ... Continue Reading »

‘No Going Back’: Survivors of Deadly Hong Kong Fire Are in Limbo - The New York Times ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

‘No Going Back’: Survivors of Deadly Hong Kong Fire Are in Limbo The New York TimesHong Kong residents and experts defend bamboo scaffolding after deadly fire AP ... Continue Reading »

Man Allegedly Seen Leaving His Girlfriend to Freeze to Death on Austria's Highest Mountain in Webcam Footage - AOL.com ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Man Allegedly Seen Leaving His Girlfriend to Freeze to Death on Austria's Highest Mountain in Webcam Footage AOL.comView Full Coverage on Google News Continue Reading »

Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display - BBC ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display BBCTower of London closed after 'custard and apple crumble' thrown on case containing U.K. crown ... Continue Reading »

Harnessing human-AI collaboration for an AI roadmap that moves beyond pilots ↓

Friday December 05, 2025

The past year has marked a turning point in the corporate AI conversation. After a period of eager experimentation, organizations are now confronting a more ... Continue Reading »

The Download: political chatbot persuasion, and gene editing adverts ↓

Friday December 05, 2025

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. AI chatbots can ... Continue Reading »

The ads that sell the sizzle of genetic trait discrimination ↓

Friday December 05, 2025

One day this fall, I watched an electronic sign outside the Broadway-Lafayette subway station in Manhattan switch seamlessly between an ad for makeup and one ... Continue Reading »

The era of AI persuasion in elections is about to begin ↓

Friday December 05, 2025

In January 2024, the phone rang in homes all around New Hampshire. On the other end was Joe Biden’s voice, urging Democrats to “save your ... Continue Reading »

AI chatbots can sway voters better than political advertisements ↓

Thursday December 04, 2025

In 2024, a Democratic congressional candidate in Pennsylvania, Shamaine Daniels, used an AI chatbot named Ashley to call voters and carry on conversations with them. ... Continue Reading »

Delivering securely on data and AI strategy ↓

Thursday December 04, 2025

Most organizations feel the imperative to keep pace with continuing advances in AI capabilities, as highlighted in a recent MIT Technology Review Insights report. That ... Continue Reading »

The Download: LLM confessions, and tapping into geothermal hot spots ↓

Thursday December 04, 2025

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. OpenAI has trained ... Continue Reading »

How AI is uncovering hidden geothermal energy resources ↓

Thursday December 04, 2025

Sometimes geothermal hot spots are obvious, marked by geysers and hot springs on the planet’s surface. But in other places, they’re obscured thousands of feet ... Continue Reading »

Why the grid relies on nuclear reactors in the winter ↓

Thursday December 04, 2025

As many of us are ramping up with shopping, baking, and planning for the holiday season, nuclear power plants are also getting ready for one ... Continue Reading »

OpenAI has trained its LLM to confess to bad behavior ↓

Wednesday December 03, 2025

OpenAI is testing another new way to expose the complicated processes at work inside large language models. Researchers at the company can make an LLM ... Continue Reading »

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The Affordable Tool That Can Save Your Computer From A Deadly Shock ↓

Sunday December 07, 2025

If you ever open up your PC, this tiny $5 tool could save your hardware from static shock damage. Here's what it does and why ... Continue Reading »

5 Signs It's Time For A New TV ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Wondering if you should upgrade your television? From outdated features to a dimming screen, we cover the five key signs that it's time for a ... Continue Reading »

4 TSA-Approved Travel Gadgets You Can Carry On Your Next Flight ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Some of these gadgets seem like they would be banned by TSA, but you can, and maybe should, take them with you on a flight ... Continue Reading »

HDMI Vs. Optical: Which Should Your Sound System Use? ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

For those looking to create a top-tier sound system, there's an important distinction to be made between HDMI and digital optical connections. Continue Reading »

6 Hidden Mac Settings That Instantly Boost Productivity ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Whether you're a long-term user or getting into Macs for the first time, there are several less-known macOS settings you should use to boost productivity. Continue Reading »

Google Photos Vs. iCloud: Which Is Better On iPhone? ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Both services have improved over the years, but they still take very different approaches to storage limits, pricing, sharing options, and overall convenience. Continue Reading »

Ethan Hawke Might Win His First Oscar For A 2025 Movie You Likely Haven't Seen ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Despite an acting career spanning decades, Ethan Hawke has never won an Oscar. This 2025 biopic that took 12 years to make might finally change ... Continue Reading »

4 Ways To Prevent OLED Burn-In On Screens ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

While OLEDs offer an excellent viewing experience, the faint burn-in you may notice on your screen is a notable drawback. Here's how to prevent it. Continue Reading »

Does It Matter Which USB Port You Use On Your Computer? ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Computers have so many USB ports that picking one to use can be hard. With a simple inspection, you can easily decide which one is ... Continue Reading »

12 Major Headphones Brands Ranked Worst To Best By Customer Satisfaction ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

The right pair of headphones makes a world of difference whether you're traveling, working, or enjoying your favorite tunes. Here's how major makers stack up. Continue Reading »

The Music Trend That's Replacing Spotify And Apple Music For Some ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

It seems as if streaming services are dominating the music industry, and the devices of music fans, worldwide. But, is there an emerging counter-trend of ... Continue Reading »

5 Historic US Missions To Space That Weren't NASA ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

When we think of space exploration, NASA immediately comes to mind. Yet some of the most groundbreaking space endeavors were not led by the organization. Continue Reading »

How Does Wireless EV Charging Actually Work? ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric features the ability to charge the vehicle wirelessly. How exactly does this work, both scientifically and practically? Continue Reading »

You Can Mirror Your Phone Screen To Your Roku TV - Here's How ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Screen mirroring can be an effective way to share your favorite media with friends and family on a bigger screen. Here's how to do so ... Continue Reading »

13 iPhone Security Settings You Should Enable Right Now ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

From password protection to tracking limits, here are 13 simple iPhone security settings you need to change right now to keep your data out of ... Continue Reading »

How To Check Who Is Connected To Your Wi-Fi (And Why You Should) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Internet security is of the utmost importance, so give yourself a piece of mind as we show you the easy and essential ways of checking ... Continue Reading »

5 Gadgets From Costco Every DIY Enthusiast Should Have ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

While Costco sells a variety of household items and gadgets, you can also find a host of DIY-friendly gadgets at a bargain. Here are some ... Continue Reading »

Vizio TVs: Here's Who Makes Them And Where They're Manufactured ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Vizio has become a major player in the TV market, delivering quality at a comparatively low price. Where are Vizio TVs made, and who manufactures ... Continue Reading »

The Best Way To Keep Your Phone's USB-C Port Clean ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Keeping your phone's USB-C port clear of dust or other debris is vital to keep it charging as desired in a safe manner. What's the ... Continue Reading »

Ranking 13 Major Luxury Watch Brands From Worst To Best ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Luxury watchmaking represents the pinnacle of precision, craftsmanship and premium pricing. Here are our picks for the best and worst of the major makers. Continue Reading »

In recent months, several companies like Airtable, Handshake, and Opendoor have announced that they are "refounding", as they scramble to add new AI features (Lora Kelley/New York Times) ↓

Sunday December 07, 2025

Lora Kelley / New York Times: In recent months, several companies like Airtable, Handshake, and Opendoor have announced that they are “refounding”, as they scramble ... Continue Reading »

Digital asset treasuries, one of the hottest trends in public markets in H1 2025, saw a dramatic reversal in H2; SharpLink stock has fallen 86% from its peak (Monique Mulima/Bloomberg) ↓

Sunday December 07, 2025

Monique Mulima / Bloomberg: Digital asset treasuries, one of the hottest trends in public markets in H1 2025, saw a dramatic reversal in H2; SharpLink ... Continue Reading »

A profile of Byron Cook, a VP at Amazon who is leading the company's effort to reduce AI hallucinations with a feature called Automated Reasoning Checks (John Pavlus/Fast Company) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

John Pavlus / Fast Company: A profile of Byron Cook, a VP at Amazon who is leading the company's effort to reduce AI hallucinations with ... Continue Reading »

ChatGPT head says screenshots of ChatGPT ads are "either not real or not ads"; OpenAI's research chief says "anything that feels like an ad" is now turned off (Matthias Bastian/The Decoder) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Matthias Bastian / The Decoder: ChatGPT head says screenshots of ChatGPT ads are “either not real or not ads”; OpenAI's research chief says “anything that ... Continue Reading »

A technical deep dive into Amazon's Trainium3 accelerator, including its server SKUs' specifications, silicon design, power budget, and bill of materials (SemiAnalysis) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

SemiAnalysis: A technical deep dive into Amazon's Trainium3 accelerator, including its server SKUs' specifications, silicon design, power budget, and bill of materials — Step-Function Software ... Continue Reading »

Sources: Apple's chip chief Johny Srouji told Tim Cook that he is seriously considering leaving soon; some execs floated elevating him to the CTO role (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg: Sources: Apple's chip chief Johny Srouji told Tim Cook that he is seriously considering leaving soon; some execs floated elevating him ... Continue Reading »

Some Reddit moderators say a surge of AI slop on the site is eroding its authenticity and could lead to a feedback loop of AI models training on AI content (Kat Tenbarge/Wired) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Kat Tenbarge / Wired: Some Reddit moderators say a surge of AI slop on the site is eroding its authenticity and could lead to a ... Continue Reading »

A look at Phreeli, a privacy-focused phone carrier that lets users sign up with only a ZIP code and uses an encryption system based on "zero-knowledge proofs" (Andy Greenberg/Wired) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Andy Greenberg / Wired: A look at Phreeli, a privacy-focused phone carrier that lets users sign up with only a ZIP code and uses an ... Continue Reading »

A look at various quirks in AI-generated prose, mainly influenced by "overfitting" in AI models, as humans increasingly mimic AI language in writing and speech (Sam Kriss/New York Times) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Sam Kriss / New York Times: A look at various quirks in AI-generated prose, mainly influenced by “overfitting” in AI models, as humans increasingly mimic ... Continue Reading »

Short seller Grizzly shorts London-listed Trustpilot, alleging the review site pressures businesses to pay for subscriptions; Trustpilot refutes the claims (Bloomberg) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Bloomberg: Short seller Grizzly shorts London-listed Trustpilot, alleging the review site pressures businesses to pay for subscriptions; Trustpilot refutes the claims — Shares in Trustpilot ... Continue Reading »

Parents are pressuring LA Unified, the second-largest US school district, to reduce mandatory student screen time on school-issued iPads and Chromebooks (Tyler Kingkade/NBC News) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Tyler Kingkade / NBC News: Parents are pressuring LA Unified, the second-largest US school district, to reduce mandatory student screen time on school-issued iPads and ... Continue Reading »

Source: Microsoft is in talks to design future custom chips with Broadcom, which would involve Microsoft switching its business from Marvell (Abram Brown/The Information) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Abram Brown / The Information: Source: Microsoft is in talks to design future custom chips with Broadcom, which would involve Microsoft switching its business from ... Continue Reading »

Leaked memos: Meta is delaying the release of its MR glasses codenamed "Phoenix" from H2 2026 to H1 2027 for "more breathing room to get the details right" (Jyoti Mann/Business Insider) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Jyoti Mann / Business Insider: Leaked memos: Meta is delaying the release of its MR glasses codenamed “Phoenix” from H2 2026 to H1 2027 for ... Continue Reading »

An analysis of 100T+ tokens from the past year shows reasoning models now represent over half of all usage, open-weight model use has grown steadily, and more (OpenRouter) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

OpenRouter: An analysis of 100T+ tokens from the past year shows reasoning models now represent over half of all usage, open-weight model use has grown ... Continue Reading »

Seattle-based Yoodli, which sells AI-powered communication training software, raised a $40M Series B led by WestBridge Capital, valuing the startup at $300M+ (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) ↓

Saturday December 06, 2025

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch: Seattle-based Yoodli, which sells AI-powered communication training software, raised a $40M Series B led by WestBridge Capital, valuing the startup at ... Continue Reading »

SITE NEWS: How to contact Techmeme about news ↓

Monday December 01, 2025

Given that our contact points have evolved over the years, here's a general update on how best to tip us, advise us, or complain to ... Continue Reading »