India Youth Protests Shake Modi Government
India's youth-led Cockroach Movement gains momentum as protests over exam paper leaks and rising unemployment force the resignation of the country's education minister.
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Hamas Disarmament Plan Tests Israel's Next Move
Israel weighs a Hamas-backed disarmament proposal as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to bring the Trump-backed Gaza road map before his cabinet, with questions remaining over sequencing…
'Nozzlegate' erupts as Prusa CORE One 3D printer kits arrive with soft steel nozzles — Bondtech admits machining flaws with no quick fix
Bondtech, the creator and manufacturer of the INDX toolchanger system used to create the highly anticipated Prusa CORE One+ INDX, admitted to a significant labeling mistake.
Scientists may have found a way to prevent statin muscle pain
Scientists have identified an immune response that may explain why statins cause muscle pain, weakness, and exercise intolerance in some people.
Furman: Warsh Should Talk Less, Act More
Harvard professor and former Obama economic adviser Jason Furman explains why tariffs, geopolitics, and Federal Reserve credibility are shaping the next chapter of the inflation fight, and why the…
FTC Concerned About Meta Surveillance of Users of Erectile Dysfunction Apps
"These two tools automatically tracked and disclosed certain [actions] to Meta." The post FTC Concerned About Meta Surveillance of Users of Erectile Dysfunction Apps appeared first on Futurism .
China’s tech advances are causing chaos from Silicon Valley to the White House
New AI models, advanced robots and specialty computer chips are unsettling markets and the US tech industry Over the past month, a series of advancements in China’s artificial intelligence, chip…
Biohacker Bryan Johnson is keeping his girlfriend’s menstrual blood in his freezer | Arwa Mahdawi
The longevity influencer and his girlfriend, Kate Tolo, say they’re studying women’s health – a worthy goal, but perhaps some skepticism is in order The tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has devoted his…
Third-party app stores are about to take over Google Play. Here’s how to prepare
The times they are a changing.
EU countries call for talks over migrant influx into Spanish enclave
A majority of EU countries called on Saturday for emergency talks on the sudden inflow of tens of thousands of migrants into Spain's enclave of Ceuta in North Africa.
This year's Pixel will prove that sometimes, showing less says more
This could be just the beginning
Infant brain structure predicts future intelligence scores
Can a one-year-old's brain structure forecast their childhood intelligence? By analyzing white matter connections using artificial intelligence, researchers discovered that infant brain scaffolding…
Why China’s JL-3 made waves with first submarine-based missile test in over 40 years
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) carried out a missile test in the Pacific last month. The July 6 launch – in which a dummy warhead travelled 8,000km (5,000 miles) – was China’s first confirmed…
Simple triage protocol cuts ER wait times without adding beds or staff, new study finds
Emergency departments across the country face a common challenge: how to reduce long wait times without adding more beds, hiring more staff or expanding facilities.
Sensor-embedded 3D-printed repairs could help preserve ancient pottery
Koç University researchers have developed a conservation method that combines photogrammetry, digital modeling, 3D printing and embedded sensors to replace missing sections of archaeological amphorae.
Quantum computer completes verified task beyond practical reach of classical simulations
IBM and researchers from the University of Chicago announced a demonstration in quantum computing that meets the fundamental criteria for "quantum advantage"—the point where quantum computers can be…
CRISPR acts as commander-in-chief for backup defenses in bacteria
The main function of CRISPR-Cas systems is to defend bacteria against various threats, including viruses called bacteriophages.
Fridays With Bob
When I started at Spectrum 25 years ago, a senior editor suggested that I find a “rabbi,” by which he meant someone who could mentor me in how EEs approach problems and evaluate potential solutions.
OpenAI's Hugging Face hack confirmed months of AI cyber warnings: 'Pandora's box is open'
The wake-up call to the cyber industry comes as industry experts descend on Black Hat, a major cybersecurity conference.
To keep growing, incoming Best Buy CEO says he first wants to go smaller
As incoming CEO Jason Bonfig prepares to take the reins, he told CNBC he's focused on expanding the company's reach and enhancing the customer experience.
Restaura Biomas to restore 600,000 ha of native vegetation in Brazil
A coalition of environmental organizations will launch the Restaura Biomas project this week, an initiative aimed at expanding the restoration of native vegetation in Brazil.
The OG reading app just got a big update
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 138, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy August, and also you can read all the old editions at the…
Look Closer: David Hockney’s Rules of Beauty
What the artist found in a corner of the Louvre
The Two Great Threats to Truth
Moral relativism and fanaticism may seem to have nothing in common, but they lead to the same result.
Nature’s Most Extraordinary Stories
The natural world’s marvels are revealed when you look a little closer.
'Flight of the Navigator' at 40: the Disney space movie that messed with time dilation long before 'Interstellar'
40 years later, 'Flight of the Navigator' remains an ambitious cult classic that refuses to speak down to its target audience.
Total eclipse, shooting stars, and the Milky Way: Why Aug. 12 could be the greatest single day and night for skywatching for years
A solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, Venus at dichotomy and the Milky Way at its annual best will create one of 2026's best days for skywatching.
15 Best Office Chairs of 2026—We Tested 70 to Pick Them
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
Delivery service: Growth at any price - and in the end, the takeover: Six mistakes that brought Delivery Hero down
Delivery Hero shareholders must decide whether to accept Uber's offer of €41.50 per share - 80 per cent below the stock's peak value. How did things get this far?
Astronomers in UAE await spectacular meteor shower and new moon
Stargazers are set for a celestial treat this month, with the Perseids meteor shower to occur alongside a new moon on August 12.
One California town found Flock's license plate cameras were wrong 71% of the time
Police in Roseville, California, found that, out of 1,427 incidents in which the town's AI-powered license-plate cameras flagged a vehicle as stolen or used in a felony, the cameras misread the plate…
Another iPhone 17 Pro plummets from plane, and found intact
A Canadian artist dropped her iPhone 17 Pro from a plane at 3,600 feet, then found it sitting face-up and virtually untouched in a canola field. Here's why this is more common than you'd think.
The Beatbot Sora 30 and iSkim duo will keep your pool clean without costing a fortune!
Summer is coming, and your pool is calling. Make sure it is squeaky clean without overworking yourself!
Access to areas near National Stadium reopened after restrictions owing to NDP Preview
The public is advised to check online map Crowd@NationalStadium for the latest information.
Best Organic Mattresses (2026): Certified Nontoxic, Natural Sleep
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
The Ticks Are Winning
This story was originally published by Vox and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Ticks are taking over the United States.
- Ticks' population expanding due to climate change and deer population growth
- Tick-related ER visits highest since 2017, but mosquito control prioritized
- Alpha-gal syndrome and Lyme disease examples of tick-borne illnesses
AI: Moonshot uses Alibaba computing power with Nvidia chips
Chinese AI provider Moonshot is using the capacity of around 20,000 Nvidia chips via Alibaba. The case shows once again China's semiconductor dependency.
State election campaign: Uproar over Hallervorden's appearance at CDU candidate Schulze
Dieter Hallervorden is known for his provocations. In Saxony-Anhalt, he is supporting CDU top candidate Schulze in the election campaign. Both of them are keeping their differing opinions out of it. Others are not.
Google’s long-awaited AirTag rival just leaked ahead of launch under a familiar name
The Pixel Tag has leaked ahead of Google's big event, hinting that lost keys and wallets may soon be easier to find.
Ancient diamond preserves evidence of water-bearing mineral deep in Earth's mantle
A team of Brazilian researchers discovered the first direct evidence that goethite—the mineral responsible for the brown color of soils—can withstand extreme pressures and temperatures all the way to…
More women die in heatwaves, but biology 'isn't main cause'
In country after country, more women are dying from the heat than men. But researchers say biology isn't the main reason. Age, working conditions, and unequal access to rest may drive the gap.
A Prominent AI Investor Is Now Crumbling, in What Could Be a Sign of Things to Come
Careful who you trust your billions of dollars with. The post A Prominent AI Investor Is Now Crumbling, in What Could Be a Sign of Things to Come appeared first on Futurism .
National Spritz Day is here: Score these deals today around the country
Sitting in the office, scrolling social media, and seeing friends live their best lives on an Italian vacation is not a fun way to spend your summer. Thankfully, there is a remedy. Today (Saturday, August 1) just so happens to be National Spritz Day. Sipping on a spritz can help dull the FOMO.
Brazil’s HIV advocates say they predicted USAID funding cuts: ‘We would see the trends’
At the Aids 2026 conference, Brazilian advocates said health systems need to be more independent from foreign funding HIV advocates from Brazil, whose health system operates independently from foreign aid, say they predicted a dramatic reduction in donor funding for HIV and wish other countries had prioritized independence sooner.
If you think kids will respect a robot teacher, you have never met a kid | Dave Schilling
A New York school district has paused plans to bring an android into the classroom. Is this our educational future? What’s more harrowing than sending your child to school?
‘Worst we’ve known’: UK turns to imports as drought and heat hit vegetable crops
Growers in dismay after scorching weather and lack of rain affect yields, sending wholesale prices rocketing Pubs, restaurants and supermarkets are having to buy lettuce and broccoli from Spain at…
The great British switch-off: how floating retreats, mobile-free pubs and sauna book groups are freeing people from their smartphones
Sick of doomscrolling? From venues with smartphone swear jars to cabins with absolutely no signal, here are the fun and freeing ways to ditch your device There’s a ritual at the start of every event…
Men experience more positive private thoughts of sexual submission than women, study finds
A new psychological survey reveals that men and women frequently experience sexual thoughts that reverse traditional gender roles. Enjoying mental scenarios of female dominance or male submission is strongly associated with heightened physical arousal.
Rat study finds early secondhand smoke exposure can alter tooth enamel mineralization
Exposure to secondhand cigarette smoke during the first days of life can cause changes in tooth enamel mineralization without causing visible changes to the teeth. This was demonstrated in an animal model study conducted by researchers at the Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry at the University of São Paulo (FORP-USP) in Brazil.
Why legendary sneaker designer D’Wayne Edwards won’t give up his morning routine
D’Wayne Edwards, legacy sneaker designer at Nike and president of Pensole Lewis College, has been studying Bruce Lee since he was in high school. “I thought he was this guy who did karate,” says Edwards. “But he was an incredible philosopher.” Having received his design education entirely on the job (first at Skechers and then at Nike)…
Drones Offer Alternative to Balloons For Weather Research
The U.S. company Meteomatics has created an automated weather-monitoring system that uses drones to collect atmospheric data at multiple altitudes before returning to recharge and upload their findings. The so-called Meteobase, which consists of a base station on the ground with a drone that can be launched and recovered automatically…
Why your Windows installation files keep getting bigger - AI is filling up smaller drives
It's not your imagination. Microsoft's ISO downloads for Windows have been creeping up in size. It might even be fair to call them bloated. And you'll never guess where the problem comes from.
Why Trump is at war with the International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court is in the trenches right now. Last week, its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, was voted out of his position.
China’s EV Market Is Booming. There’s Just One Problem
More EVs reaching the end of their life means more batteries to recycle. But waste management companies have yet to catch up to the new reality.
Sony doubles down on axing physical game discs — CFO reiterates 'we’re going to cautiously move this forward'
Sony confirms that its stance has not changed on ending the production of physical game discs for titles released after January 2028.
Dems are increasingly desperate to get their Senate candidates to drop out in these races
But Alani Bankhead in Montana and Julian Beaudion in South Dakota say they have no plans to clear the way for independents in their races.
Science news this week: Secret lives of whale sharks revealed, Earth's coldest temperature registered, and Amazonian geoglyphs show clues to lost civilization
August 1, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend
Digital Nomads: How a Nigerian tutor relocated to Thailand on a $500 visa
Between 2016 and 2020, she worked in advertising and branding, developing campaigns for clients including Nigerian tier-one lenders Access Bank and Zenith Bank.
Special counsel quizzes PPP lawmaker over presidential residence relocation
SEOUL, Aug. 1 (Yonhap) -- The second special counsel team investigating former P...
These intimate street photos from England’s coastal towns shine a spotlight on forgotten communities
Polly Braden’s sensitive and soulful work is a must-see this summer in a new exhibition The post These intimate street photos from England’s coastal towns shine a spotlight on forgotten communities appeared first on Amateur Photographer .