This Robot Only Needs a Single AI Model to Master Humanlike Movements
Atlas, Boston Dynamics’ dancing humanoid, can now use a single model for walking and grasping—a significant step toward general-purpose robot algorithms.
Farage puts spotlight on Labour woes at Reform UK conference
The Reform leader claimed that the party needed to be ready for a general election as early as 2027.
Microsoft’s Copilot AI is now inside Samsung TVs and monitors
Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant is officially coming to TVs, starting with Samsung’s 2025 lineup of TVs and smart monitors. With the integration, you can call upon Copilot and ask for movie suggestions, spoiler-free episode recaps, and other general question…
Roblox is locking down sexual content and access to ‘adult’ locations after lawsuits
Roblox is updating its policies prohibiting romantic or sexual content to also forbid “content, settings, or behavior that implies sexual activity,” according to a Friday post from chief safety officer Matt Kaufman (emphasis Kaufman’s). The changes follow rec…
Showrunner wants to turn you into a happy little content prompter for the ‘Netflix of AI’
As one of the cofounders behind Oculus Story Studio, Edward Saatchi knows how hard it can be to sell people on new tech that bills itself as revolutionary. Even though Story Studio snagged an Emmy for one of its three animated features, a general lack of publ…
GM slows EV production as tax credit nears expiration
General Motors is going to be scaling back production of the Cadillac Lyriq and Vistiq, as well as the Chevy Bolt EV as it expects sales of electric vehicles to slow dramatically. The $7,500 consumer tax credit for purchasing a new EV is set to expire at the …
US Judge says Google can keep Chrome, but 'exclusive deals' are a no-go
U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta's ruling delivers a ruling that has evolved due to the inclusion of "general artificial intelligence."
Myanmar to hold first general election since 2021 coup amid ongoing civil war
With large parts of the country under opposition control amid an ongoing civil war, analysts warn that election logistics could prove challenging.
A retired general recalls Hurricane Katrina's chaos and lessons still unlearned
Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré, who led recovery efforts as commander of Joint Task Force Katrina, urges people to be prepared for future disasters.
Amazon has new grocery competition as Dollar General races to grow 1-hour delivery
Dollar General's partnerships with DoorDash and Uber are expanding its fast grocery delivery capabilities, especially in rural areas.
Dollar Tree's $5 hammers show how it's catering to a new group of customers
Dollar General is focusing on higher-income customers with products such as $5 hammers, executives said.
Is Sidwell Behind What Happened to Maxie on General Hospital?
Maxie's health crisis on General Hospital seemingly came out of nowhere but could it have been intentional?
Russian general seriously wounded on front line, regional leader says
Abachev comes from Russia's Dagestan region, whose leader Sergei Melikov said on Telegram that he was in a serious but stable condition in "one of the best...
The AI doomers are having their moment
OpenAI and other AI companies have attracted billions in the race to develop artificial general intelligence. It might be further away then we think.
Missouri attorney general appointed co-deputy director of FBI
This marks the first time in history that the FBI has had two deputy directors.
Tensions grow as Trump and Washington, D.C. officials fight over police authority
Tension in the nation's capital escalated over the question of who controls the city's police department after Washington, D.C.'s Attorney General sued over the White House's bid for full control.
Idaho attorney general says officers who fatally shot intellectually disabled teen won't be charged
Four Idaho police officers who fatally shot an autistic, nonverbal teenage boy who was holding a knife on the other side of a chain-link fence in April were ...
Donald Trump Makes Extreme Claim About Pam Bondi
The president laid it on thick about his embattled attorney general.
‘Family violence.’ 3 dead in Warner Robins shooting, local police say
Police say this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the general public.
Actor Terence Stamp, who starred as Superman villain, dies aged 87
The Oscar-nominated actor shot to fame in the 1960s, going on to star in numerous films across a six decade career.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces October General Conference schedule
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced their October 2025 General Conference schedule, set for the first...
Roblox Is Being Sued By The State Of Louisiana
Calling it a 'breeding ground for sex predators,' attorney general Liz Murrill has launched a lawsuit The post Roblox Is Being Sued By The State Of Louisiana appeared first on Kotaku.
Watch: Key moments from Rayner's political career
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has resigned after failing to pay enough tax on a flat in Hove.
Angela Rayner resigns after underpaying tax on Hove flat
She steps down as housing secretary and deputy prime minister after more than a year in the roles.
Reform UK's new faces seek to share spotlight with Farage
The party is keen to get away from the idea that it is a one-man-band, focused too much on its leader Nigel Farage.
Guyana President Irfaan Ali claims victory in general election
The incumbent president claimed victory in an election dominated by how to manage the country's vast oil reserves.
Labor Department to audit BLS's data collection and reporting
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of the Inspector General announced that it will review the Bureau of Labor Statistics' collection and reporting.
Epstein survivor shares stark reminder to parents on why Ghislaine Maxwell deserves her sentence
The first of the House Oversight Committee’s depositions in the Epstein saga are set to start Monday with former Attorney General Bill Barr. Jess Michaels...
'Nothing short of extraordinary': See Nicolle Wallace react to new Epstein ruling
Voting Rights Attorney and Founder of Democracy Docket Marc Elias, former Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security at the Justice Department...
WHO reports release of staff member detained by Israeli forces in Gaza
"Extremely relieved that our colleague, detained since 21 July in Gaza, was released this morning," agency Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said...
Epstein Prison Video Blows Up Bondi’s ‘Missing Minute’ Explanation
New footage released from Jeffrey Epstein’s jail unit has blown up Attorney General Pam Bondi’s explanation about why a minute was missing from a previously ...
Factbox-Fed Governor Cook's mortgages: What's known and what's not
The thrust of Trump's accusation - first made public by Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte in a criminal referral to Attorney General Pam ...
A hurricane could be in the Caribbean next week. What the forecast models show about its threat to US
Confidence is increasing that a tropical system — possibly even a hurricane — could form near the Caribbean islands next week and track west in the general...
Dollar General's secret weapon: selling items that are actually $1
Items costing $1 are selling better than the rest of Dollar General's merchandise, CEO Todd Vasos says.
Elehear Beyond Pro Review: Big Hearing Aids
With this update, Elehear doubles down on one of the largest hearing aid designs on the market.
Trump administration names DEA head to be D.C.'s emergency police commissioner
Attorney General Pam Bondi has named the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration to be Washington D.C.'s emergency police commissioner. The National Guard, FBI and other entities are now working to follow President Trump's directive to clean up the nation…
Marc Benioff Can’t Get Enough of the AI Hype—Unless You Say ‘AGI’
Benioff's own AI investments are totally legit, though.
Why Is Tech Worried When Stocks Like Chevron Drop On Global Oil Worries?
Casual observers sometimes wonder why technology stocks—often seen as disconnected from the oil industry—sometimes react sharply to oil price movements.
Florida surgeon general says state is moving to 'end all vaccine mandates'
Florida is moving to "end all vaccine mandates" in the state, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced at an event on Wednesday.
In surprise move, US Air Force chief says he will retire
The announcement by General David Allvin was a surprise, as he will have served just two years out of the typical four-year assignment by the time he retires...
WNBA's expansion Fire names Cernivec 1st GM
The Portland Fire announced Monday that Golden State Valkyries vice president of basketball operations Vanja Cernivec will be the WNBA expansion franchise's inaugural general manager.
California AG to OpenAI: Harm to Children Will Not Be Tolerated
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings this week met with and sent a letter to OpenAI expressing their deep concern over increased reports of how OpenAI’s products interact with children. Because OpenAI op…
‘Superman’ and ‘Star Wars’ Actor Terence Stamp Dies at Age 87
In addition to 'Superman,' Terence Stamp could also be seen (or heard) in 'Haunted Mansion,' 'Halo 3,' and 'Elder Scrolls IV.'
Trump Just Launched a New Assault on D.C.’s Home Rule. It’s Brazenly Illegal.
On Thursday, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi launched arguably the most lawless assault on the District of Columbia in its 52 years of home rule.
Has crime in Washington fallen two weeks on from Trump's crackdown?
Trump says crimes in the capital "are down like we wouldn't believe" following his crackdown.
Israel begins ground operation in Gaza City, IDF says
Israel has begun its ground operation in Gaza City, Israel Defense Forces Chief of the General Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said Tuesday.
Russia Tests Hypersonic Missile at NATO’s Doorstep—and Shares the Video
Russian military exercises near NATO borders follow the recent incursion of Russian drones into the airspace of Poland and Romania, further stoking tensions with the West.
Browns GM in favor of keeping 4 QBs on roster
Browns general manager Andrew Berry told NFL Network's Chris Rose that keeping four quarterbacks -- Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders -- is "not much of a decision."
Scientists Are Flocking to Bluesky
Academics once loved Twitter—but in the age of X they’ve abandoned it in droves.
An Account Using the Same Name as Trump's BLS Pick Posted Red-Pilled Conspiracy Theories
A WIRED review of a now-deleted Twitter account that used the screen name “Dr. Erwin J. Antoni III” shows it posted conspiratorial content about the 2020 election, Covid-19, and Jeffrey Epstein.
How Often Should You Vacuum to Get Rid of Microplastics and Other Particulates? (2025)
Carpet and indoor dust can harbor much worse than just pet hair and dirt. Luckily, there’s a simple solution: vacuum more often.
It's the Economy, Donald
As US labor and inflation data seemingly worsen, the White House refrain is “no panicans”—in other words, no room for panic. That isn't keeping everyone in Trumpworld from getting the jitters.
AI Isn’t Coming for Hollywood. It Has Already Arrived
An early winner in the generative AI wars was near collapse—then bet everything on a star-studded comeback. Can Stability AI beat the competition?
Sources: Raptors GM to head hoops operations
The Toronto Raptors are appointing general manager Bobby Webster as the team's head of basketball operations and the sides have reached a new contract, sources told ESPN on Monday.
The decline of high-tech manufacturing in the United States
America's major high-tech manufacturing industries have not escaped the general decline in manufacturing employment.
Bluesky blocks Mississippi under new age verification law
Bluesky will block access from Mississippi IP addresses in response to a new state law requiring age verification and parental consent for underage users. The decision, outlined in a blog post, will stand until courts decide the fate of the law. “Mississippi’…
Louisiana sues Roblox for creating an environment where ‘child predators thrive’
The state of Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging that the company has “permitted and perpetuated an online environment in which child predators thrive, directly contributing to the widespread victimization of minor children in Louisiana.” …
Chatbots can be manipulated through flattery and peer pressure
Generally, AI chatbots are not supposed to do things like call you names or tell you how to make controlled substances. But, just like a person, with the right psychological tactics, it seems like at least some LLMs can be convinced to break their own rules. …
LIGO’s Sharpest Detection Yet Confirms Famous Stephen Hawking Theory
Ten years after LIGO’s historical detection of gravitational waves, the project is cracking black hole mysteries at an astounding pace.
Justice Department releases transcripts from its conversations with Ghislaine Maxwell
Maxwell, the longtime partner of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, spoke with top Justice Department officials over the course of two days in late July.
Microsoft's Copilot AI is Now Inside Samsung TVs and Monitors
An anonymous reader shares a report: Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant is officially coming to TVs, starting with Samsung's 2025 lineup of TVs and smart monitors. With the integration, you can call upon Copilot and ask for movie suggestions, spoiler-free episo…
Este remedio contra el mareo de coche no te lo esperabas
Por lo general, las personas que experimentan con asiduidad el mareo de coche reconocen haber probado todo tipo de remedios. Hay soluciones farmacológicas, como la biodramina, pero también trucos de lo más variados, desde mantener la vista fija en el frente h…
Este efecto perjudicial de los edulcorantes no te lo esperabas
Cada vez son más los estudios que señalan posibles riesgos de los edulcorantes. Por lo general son ingredientes seguros, pero si abusamos sí que podemos encontrarnos algunas sorpresas desagradables. Del mismo modo que no abusamos del azúcar (o al menos intent…
Amazon's AGI head says fewer than 1,000 people are top AI talents. Here's how he thinks junior people can get ahead.
Amazon's AGI boss gave tips for how junior people could climb the ranks in frontier AI in three to four years.
Así puedes revivir tus plantas secas después de vacaciones
Llegas a casa después de las vacaciones, todavía con los restos de sal en la piel y el sonido de las olas en los oídos. Tu casa te recibe con algo de olor a cerrado, pero en general bastante limpia. Bien que te afanaste en hacer una limpieza a fondo antes de …
Este remedio contra el mareo de coche no te lo esperabas
Por lo general, las personas que experimentan con asiduidad el mareo de coche reconocen haber probado todo tipo de remedios. Hay soluciones farmacológicas, como la biodramina, pero también trucos de lo más variados, desde mantener la vista fija en el frente h…
Adiós a la escayola: inventan un pegamento que es capaz de reparar huesos rotos en solo unos minutos
Los huesos son bastante hábiles para repararse solos cuando se fracturan. Sin embargo, el proceso suele ser largo y, por lo general, necesita cierta ayuda. Para eso sirve la escayola, de hecho, para que el hueso no se mueva en el tiempo que tarda en repararse…
Pam Bondi’s Power Play
A profile of Donald Trump’s Attorney General, who has become a MAGA target for her handling of the Justice Department’s Epstein files while supporting the President’s focus on immigration, D.E.I., and political revenge. Ruth Marcus reports.
Nigel Farage urges PM to appoint Reform peers to House of Lords
Reform has four MPs in the House of Commons and controls ten councils in England, but currently has no peers.
Ariana Grande announces first tour for seven years
The tour will include five dates in London - the only shows currently announced outside North America.
Do Reform's economic plans add up?
The party has pledged to boost spending, but some have questioned how the party intends to pay for its plans.
TUC chief calls on ministers to show 'whose side' they are on
Paul Nowak will tell his annual conference the government must do more for working class communities.
Final £1 coins featuring late Queen enter circulation
More than 23 million coins are being released, alongside 7.5 million new King Charles III coins.
Hegseth Puts Up Painting of Confederate General With a Chilling Detail at West Point
Defense chief Pete Hegseth is restoring to West Point Military Academy a giant painting of rebel Gen. Robert E. Lee that shows him wearing his gray...
Texas attorney general wants students to pray in school – unless they’re Muslim
Ken Paxton, who is running for US Senate, is urging schools to say the Lord’s Prayer as a Republican law goes into effect
‘We are arresting the mayor right now, per the deputy attorney general’
An account of bodycam footage, submitted in a recent court filling, provides new detail about a confrontation outside a New Jersey immigration facility.
General Motors sparks excitement after teasing return of once-iconic model: 'You asked. We listened'
‘Less Fun Than a Barrel of Crackers’
Header image: S.O. Grimes general store, Westminster, Md., c. 1900. Image via Library of Congress. Another day, another shot fired in the culture wars: this time, the internet is losing its collect…
Genesis quiere ser la Lexus de Hyundai. Y su director general no tiene dudas de su expansión por Europa: "estamos entre los mejores"
Genesis es una marca "coreana premium. Estamos entre los mejores". Con estas palabras definía Peter Kronschnabl, director de Genesis en Europa, a la compañía donde trabaja. Después de unos años titubeantes y una presencia limitada en un puñado de mercados eur…
Loneliness Is Reshaping Your Workplace
Disconnection isn’t an individual problem, but a structural phenomenon.
Thai court orders ex-PM Thaksin to serve one year in jail
The ruling by Thailand's court is yet another blow to the influential Shinawatra political dynasty.
Gregg Wallace launches legal action against BBC
The TV presenter was sacked in July after a report upheld more than 40 allegations against him.
Washington talks could prove more vital for Ukraine's future than Trump-Putin summit
The Washington meeting could prove to be crucial to the future of Ukraine, and all of Europe's security.
Chris Mason: How Polanski's Green leadership could impact UK politics
Zack Polanski's landslide victory is the latest example of a shake up in the country's politics.
A Study Appears to Stunningly Contradict Newton and Einstein's Theory of Gravity
Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity is currently our best approximation of how the universe ticks. But there are holes.
Apple 'Repair Assistant' Mac Tool Coming to macOS Tahoe
Apple is expanding its Repair Assistant calibration software to Mac computers with the upcoming macOS Tahoe 26 release, following its rollout to iPhone and iPad last year. On iPhone, the tool helps calibrate replacement parts including back glass, batter…
Nike Adds Cow Print to the Field General “Cinnamon”
Name: Nike Field General Cow Print “Cinnamon”SKU: IM5768-200Colorway: Cinnamon/Sail-Gum Dark Brown-BlackRetail Price: $120 USDRelease Date: Fall 2025Retailers: NikeNike debuts another "Cow Print" iteration of its Field General silhouette, this time wrapping i…
Louisiana Attorney General Sues Roblox Over Child Safety
SummaryThe Louisiana Attorney General has sued Roblox over child safetyThe suit alleges the platform is a place for predatorsRoblox has strongly disputed the claims, defending its safety measuresIn a major legal challenge to the online gaming industry, Louisi…
Nike Gives the Field General 82 a Wild “Zebra” Makeover
Name: Nike Field General 82 “Zebra”Colorway: Black/WhiteSKU: IM3075-002MSRP: $120 USDRelease Date: Fall 2025Where to Buy: Nike.comNike is heading to the savanna with the Field General 82 “Zebra.”Staying true to its name, its uppers are built with faux zebra h…
The Nike General Field 82 Arrives in “Snake”
Name: Nike Field General 82 “Snake”Colorway: TBCSKU: IM3075-001MSRP: TBCRelease Date: TBCWhere to Buy: Nike.comShortly after debuting its “Zebra” counterpart, Nike has now unveiled the Field General 82 in a “Snake” colorway.The reptilian offering arrives with…
Robinhood Tries to Rebrand Sports Betting as Investing
Well, at least they're not hiding that it's just a gambling app now.
Samsung’s New ‘Fan Edition” Earbuds Beat the Pricier Buds 3 Pro in One Key Way
Just because the Galaxy Buds 3 FE are cheaper doesn't mean they have to be worse.
Melania Trump Is the Perfect Person to Lead Kids to the AI-Slop Trough
She's very good at reguritating other peoples' image and ideas, just like AI.
Study: Sex Education in the U.S. Is a Complete Joke
New research shows that most states are still requiring kids to be taught abstinence, while only a minority of states require medically accurate lessons.
OpenAI Gets Conspiracy-Brained, Sues Nonprofits
A billionaire battle is dragging people into the mud.