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U.S.-Iran Latest: Trump reiterates that ceasefire is over, but says U.S. to continue negotiating - CBS News ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

U.S.-Iran Latest: Trump reiterates that ceasefire is over, but says U.S. to continue negotiating CBS NewsTwo Days of U.S. Strikes in Iran Signal a Sharp Escalation The ... Continue Reading »

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps - Reuters ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps ReutersAt Least 12 People Die in Southern Spain Wildfire The New York TimesWhat has caused ... Continue Reading »

Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war? - Al Jazeera ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war? Al JazeeraTrump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices ReutersExperts say Trump's ... Continue Reading »

Ann Widdecombe death latest: Police launch murder investigation - BBC ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe death latest: Police launch murder investigation BBCUK police launch murder investigation following death of former minister Widdecombe CNNAnn Widdecombe obituary The GuardianPolice launch murder investigation into ... Continue Reading »

Labour under Burnham will be faster and bolder, says minister - BBC ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Labour under Burnham will be faster and bolder, says minister BBCBurnham set to be next PM as 322 Labour MPs back him in first nomination tally BBCThe ... Continue Reading »

Count Binface: The intergalactic warrior who could upend Britain's strangest election - NPR ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Count Binface: The intergalactic warrior who could upend Britain's strangest election NPRWill This Garbage Can Anti-Hero Salvage British Politics? Bloomberg.comFarage’s Act of Political Theater Risks Becoming Farce The ... Continue Reading »

Indian police arrest dozens after violent protests over rape, murder of 11-year-old girl - NBC News ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Indian police arrest dozens after violent protests over rape, murder of 11-year-old girl NBC NewsChild’s rape and murder in India sparks mob and police killings CNNWest Bengal: ... Continue Reading »

Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan’s capital shuts schools - AP News ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan’s capital shuts schools AP NewsTaiwan, Japan and south-eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as landslides kill 15 in ... Continue Reading »

Greece Arrests 3 in Connection With Bombings Targeting Governing Party - The New York Times ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Greece Arrests 3 in Connection With Bombings Targeting Governing Party The New York TimesGreek anti-terrorist police arrest 3 for deadly bombings targeting politicians AP NewsSuspects held after ... Continue Reading »

Bayeux tapestry crosses Channel in dead of night for historic UK exhibition - The Guardian ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Bayeux tapestry crosses Channel in dead of night for historic UK exhibition The GuardianBayeux Tapestry Arrives in U.K. After Maximum-Security Operation The New York TimesTest runs and ... Continue Reading »

The Nato summit exposed the real source of Trump’s power | Robert Reich - The Guardian ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

The Nato summit exposed the real source of Trump’s power | Robert Reich The GuardianInside NATO's extraordinary 48 hours that revealed Trump's grip on global diplomacy CNBCPolitics The ... Continue Reading »

China successfully tests sea-based rocket booster recovery system - Reuters ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

China successfully tests sea-based rocket booster recovery system ReutersWith a Successful Rocket Launch, China Clears a Key Hurdle in Race With SpaceX The New York TimesChina successfully ... Continue Reading »

Mysterious airstrikes target Iran after US attacks, raising questions of who launched them - AP News ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Mysterious airstrikes target Iran after US attacks, raising questions of who launched them AP NewsTehran launches more strikes after explosions reported in southern Iran BBCUS military denies ... Continue Reading »

Ukrainian spy accused of killing Monaco hit woman shifts blame - Financial Times ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Ukrainian spy accused of killing Monaco hit woman shifts blame Financial TimesMonaco bomb mystery deepens as Ukraine’s security services are linked to murder of prime suspect The ... Continue Reading »

Missile test showcases sensitive Chinese submarine capabilities key to nuclear deterrent - Reuters ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Missile test showcases sensitive Chinese submarine capabilities key to nuclear deterrent ReutersAnalysis: China’s ballistic missile launch was a message for the US AP NewsChina conducts rare submarine-launched ... Continue Reading »

Strait of Hormuz traffic plunges as US, Iran resume fighting - Al Jazeera ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Strait of Hormuz traffic plunges as US, Iran resume fighting Al JazeeraOil Tankers Still Cross Hormuz on Oman Side Despite Flare Up Bloomberg.comWhat are the risks of ... Continue Reading »

Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,811 as government seeks frozen funds - Reuters ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,811 as government seeks frozen funds ReutersAs More Remains Are Found in Rubble From Venezuela Earthquakes, Horror Becomes Routine The ... Continue Reading »

Burnham apologises for Labour's previous stance on Gaza - BBC ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Burnham apologises for Labour's previous stance on Gaza BBCAndy Burnham apology for Labour stance on Gaza: Is UK’s position shifting? Al Jazeera'We need to do better' • ... Continue Reading »

Regions Calling: Russia's Fuel-Producing Hub Struggles to Shake Off Supply Crisis - The Moscow Times ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Regions Calling: Russia's Fuel-Producing Hub Struggles to Shake Off Supply Crisis The Moscow TimesIEA cuts Russian oil output forecasts on Ukrainian attacks ReutersRussia admits fuel shortage in ... Continue Reading »

Flooding from days of heavy rain in southern China has killed 39 people - AP News ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Flooding from days of heavy rain in southern China has killed 39 people AP News39 killed in southern China flooding after days of heavy rain CBS NewsMan ... Continue Reading »

The Download: Claude’s inner workings and OpenAI’s “super app” ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

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. Anthropic ... Continue Reading »

Sperm donors need limits, says a European fertility group ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Ties van der Meer doesn’t know how many siblings he has. The 47-year-old was conceived at a private fertility clinic in the Netherlands using sperm ... Continue Reading »

Anthropic found a hidden space where Claude puzzles over concepts ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

The AI firm Anthropic has developed a technique that has given it the clearest glimpse yet at what’s really going on inside large language models ... Continue Reading »

The Download: a nuclear landmark, and China eyes Nvidia chips ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

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. Four ... Continue Reading »

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year the American holiday also marked a ... Continue Reading »

EmTech AI 2026: The Rise of the AI Platform ↓

Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Download: worms fight pollution, and geoengineering faces reality ↓

Wednesday July 08, 2026

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. Why ... Continue Reading »

The Download: your stake in OpenAI, and the Treasury’s AI warning ↓

Tuesday July 07, 2026

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. Your ... Continue Reading »

The foundational elements of AI architecture that IT leaders need to scale ↓

Tuesday July 07, 2026

With the rapid progress of AI capabilities and the move to agentic systems, organizations are expanding their use cases as the technology continues to grow. ... Continue Reading »

Why worms (and microbes) are catching on as a manure pollution solution ↓

Tuesday July 07, 2026

Anthony Agueda, a third-generation California dairy farmer, pulls a rake through a bed of dark, wet wood chips on his family’s land in Hickman, a ... Continue Reading »

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OpenAI Has Already Discontinued Its Controversial ChatGPT Atlas Browser ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

The Atlas Browser is just one of many AI browsers that have been popping up, but it was a big hit for fans of OpenAI ... Continue Reading »

Why Did Smartphone Makers Stop Putting Headphones In The Box? ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

The number of accessories in the box of a new smartphone has continuously and gradually shrunk over time, despite users looking forward to new earbuds. Continue Reading »

5 Amazon Alexa Features That Users Love ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Amazon Alexa has become a common part of everyday life, but it can do more than answer questions and play music. Here are five Alexa ... Continue Reading »

This Sci-Fi Movie Starring A Buffy Actor Was Made For $50K And Is Universally Acclaimed ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

The best sci-fi stories aren't always about a person traveling through space and meeting a quirky alien to save Earth; sometimes it's about a dinner ... Continue Reading »

10 Cool Gadgets You Can Only Buy In Japan ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Japan is packed with niche and quirky gadgets you can't buy elsewhere, and they use ingenious design to solve common problems in the home and ... Continue Reading »

This iOS Exclusive Google Chrome Feature Is Finally On Android Phones ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

This feature has been available on Google Chrome for iOS, but the release of Google Chrome 150 will mark the first time it has debuted ... Continue Reading »

4 Solar-Powered Gadgets Users Swear By ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

In the day and age where having your electronics fully charged is paramount, solar-powered devices can keep you topped off even in the middle of ... Continue Reading »

Grazing Sheep On Solar Farms Are Having A Major Effect On Farmer Incomes ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Renewable energy installations have a serious vegetation problem. Discover the unusual, ancient solution that is making some farmers extremely wealthy. Continue Reading »

Your iPhone Can Set A Timer Without Opening The App - Here's How ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

You don't need to open the Clock app every time to set a quick timer on your iPhone. Here are some shortcuts that make the ... Continue Reading »

How Long Do Users Say Android Watches Typically Last? ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Android smartwatches share the same problem regardless of the manufacturer behind them, though some brands are committed to longer lifespans than others. Continue Reading »

You Can Now Buy A Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 On The Google Store ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

An odd discount popped on the Google Play Store, but why is it hosting a Samsung smartwatch? Find out if this confusing deal is a ... Continue Reading »

Roger Ebert Praised This Low-Budget H.P. Lovecraft Adaptation That Spawned A Movie Franchise ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Roger Ebert wasn't an easy critic to please, especially when it came to genre he considered lower in the hierarchy or cinematic genres, like horror. Continue Reading »

Nvidia Lost $1 Trillion In Market Value In Less Than Two Months (And It's Clear Why) ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Sure, Nvidia lost market value, but prices of graphics cards are still skyrocketing, preventing computer DIYers from being able to upgrade their PCs. Continue Reading »

5 Pieces Of Dusty Old Tech Every Homeowner Should Get Rid Of ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

If you're feeling overwhelmed by clutter, these pieces of dusty old tech that you have laying around the house are prime candidates for getting rid ... Continue Reading »

Nvidia Might Have Quietly Killed One Of The Best Android Streaming Boxes ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Nvidia has not announced the end of the Shield TV, but the base model's retail availability situation is starting to look a lot like a ... Continue Reading »

Why Google Maps Says 'Preview' Instead Of 'Start' – And How To Fix It ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Ever noticed that Google Maps sometimes gives you a Preview option instead of the usual Start when you're navigating a route? Here's why and how ... Continue Reading »

11 Of The Most Overlooked iOS Features, According To Users ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

Apple's iOS remains a technological marvel nearly 20 years after its debut. Here are some of the most overlooked features users may not be aware ... Continue Reading »

DuckDuckGo Will Now Block YouTube Ads By Default On iOS, Windows, And macOS ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

DuckDuckGo's browser now blocks YouTube video ads by default on several platforms, giving users another way around the usual ad overload online. Continue Reading »

Here's Why Apple Is Skipping The M6 Chip For The Next-Gen MacBook Pro ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

To win the AI war, Apple is reshaping its chip roadmap. Find out what chip the next MacBook will launch with and what upgrades are ... Continue Reading »

SpaceX Wants To Keep Important Supplies Floating In Space - Here's Why ↓

Thursday July 09, 2026

SpaceX is working on something unusual in orbit, and it could open the door to a very different kind of space mission than most people ... Continue Reading »

Analysis: Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle, the top spenders on new US data centers, collectively added ~$350B in debt over the past five years (Bloomberg) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Bloomberg: Analysis: Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle, the top spenders on new US data centers, collectively added ~$350B in debt over the past five ... Continue Reading »

SK Hynix opens up 14% at $170 after raising $26.5B in the largest ever US market debut by a foreign company (Kif Leswing/CNBC) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Kif Leswing / CNBC: SK Hynix opens up 14% at $170 after raising $26.5B in the largest ever US market debut by a foreign company ... Continue Reading »

Phia, a shopping app co-founded by Phoebe Gates that has raised $43.5M, appears to be using fake clicks or "cookie stuffing" to claim affiliate commissions (Bloomberg) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Bloomberg: Phia, a shopping app co-founded by Phoebe Gates that has raised $43.5M, appears to be using fake clicks or “cookie stuffing” to claim affiliate ... Continue Reading »

Munich-based QuantumDiamonds, which uses quantum sensors to detect chip defects, raised €91M, including €76M under the European Chips Act (Cristian Dina/The Next Web) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Cristian Dina / The Next Web: Munich-based QuantumDiamonds, which uses quantum sensors to detect chip defects, raised €91M, including €76M under the European Chips Act ... Continue Reading »

Like the Claude app it imitates, the new ChatGPT "Super App", which merges Codex with ChatGPT, is a tangle of toggles and strange UI decisions (M.G. Siegler/Spyglass) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

M.G. Siegler / Spyglass: Like the Claude app it imitates, the new ChatGPT “Super App”, which merges Codex with ChatGPT, is a tangle of toggles ... Continue Reading »

An RIAA-led coalition representing labels and artists proposes two tags for AI content: one for entirely AI-generated songs and another for "AI-assisted" tracks (Katherine Sayre/Wall Street Journal) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Katherine Sayre / Wall Street Journal: An RIAA-led coalition representing labels and artists proposes two tags for AI content: one for entirely AI-generated songs and ... Continue Reading »

Xreal launches $299 A01 Plus AR glasses, weighing just 62 grams and featuring 1080p micro OLED panels with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 50-degree field of view (Cameron Faulkner/The Verge) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Cameron Faulkner / The Verge: Xreal launches $299 A01 Plus AR glasses, weighing just 62 grams and featuring 1080p micro OLED panels with a 120Hz ... Continue Reading »

The UK designates Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Oracle as critical third-party financial sector suppliers, bringing them under direct regulatory oversight (Muvija M/Reuters) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Muvija M / Reuters: The UK designates Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Oracle as critical third-party financial sector suppliers, bringing them under direct regulatory oversight — ... Continue Reading »

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to debut an agentic AI avatar of himself within days, which is meant to help the public navigate government services (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Saritha Rai / Bloomberg: Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to debut an agentic AI avatar of himself within days, which is meant to help ... Continue Reading »

Circle says it received US regulator approval to start a national digital-currency trust bank, allowing it to offer institutional custody services (Vildana Hajric/Bloomberg) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Vildana Hajric / Bloomberg: Circle says it received US regulator approval to start a national digital-currency trust bank, allowing it to offer institutional custody services ... Continue Reading »

A US court sentences a former ransomware negotiator to 70 months in prison for colluding with BlackCat to extort $75.3M from five of his employer's clients (Matt Kapko/CyberScoop) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Matt Kapko / CyberScoop: A US court sentences a former ransomware negotiator to 70 months in prison for colluding with BlackCat to extort $75.3M from ... Continue Reading »

In preliminary findings, the EU Commission said Facebook's and Instagram's "addictive design" violates the DSA, telling Meta to make changes or risk hefty fines (Adam Satariano/New York Times) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Adam Satariano / New York Times: In preliminary findings, the EU Commission said Facebook's and Instagram's “addictive design” violates the DSA, telling Meta to make ... Continue Reading »

Polymarket is seeking CFTC and NFA approval to offer margin trading in the US, which would let users bet on events with less capital upfront and attract traders (Bloomberg) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Bloomberg: Polymarket is seeking CFTC and NFA approval to offer margin trading in the US, which would let users bet on events with less capital ... Continue Reading »

Taiwan's leading DRAM maker Nanya Technology expects its capex to exceed ~$6.2B in 2027, up ~4x YoY, and reports unaudited Q2 revenue of ~$2.6B, up 684% YoY (Wen-Yee Lee/Reuters) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Wen-Yee Lee / Reuters: Taiwan's leading DRAM maker Nanya Technology expects its capex to exceed ~$6.2B in 2027, up ~4x YoY, and reports unaudited Q2 ... Continue Reading »

Memo: MiniMax CEO Junjie Yan tells employees he will forgo his salary until MiniMax achieves AGI and promises to allocate personal shares to employee incentives (Juro Osawa/The Information) ↓

Friday July 10, 2026

Juro Osawa / The Information: Memo: MiniMax CEO Junjie Yan tells employees he will forgo his salary until MiniMax achieves AGI and promises to allocate ... Continue Reading »