Zuckerberg brings back the floating battle barge to spar with UFC fighter Merab Dvalishvili
Mark Zuckerberg shared an Instagram video of himself sparring with Merab Dvalishvili on a barge floating in the middle of a lake.
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Fridge-free vaccines could prompt Africa immunization breakthrough
Vaccines that can be stored without refrigeration have been successfully trialed in patients for the first time.
Apple’s stock could underperform, especially without an ‘all-glass’ iPhone, this analyst warns
A Jefferies analyst says that it may be harder than it looks for Apple to roll out dramatically more expensive devices in a bid to boost profitability.
Microsoft Admits Windows 11 Has Been Secretly Installing Unwanted AI Apps
Microsoft has confirmed that it accidentally distributed its new AI-based OneDrive Photos app more widely than intended on Windows 11.
Zee Entertainment Q1 Results: PAT falls 48% YoY to Rs 74 crore; ad revenue hit by Middle East crisis
Zee Entertainment’s Q1 FY27 profit fell 48% to Rs 74.3 crore, while EBITDA plunged 65% despite 5% revenue growth. Advertising faced pressure from Middle East tensions and cricket, partly offset by…
Zilch, Clearscore among five UK scale-ups to get dedicated FCA support
The UK’s financial watchdog is to offer extra regulatory support to five British scale-ups as it seeks to ease the burden on fast-growing firms.
Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US
Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US Tehran has described Iranians as “professional chess players” in their dealings with the US , as it insisted that…
African quartet secure historic Women’s World Cup places after dramatic WAFCON quarter-finals
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Four trailblazing African nations have seized a historic opportunity to book their places at the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a wildfire roared towards Summerland, B.C., around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, he also knew he had to keep filming.
Poroshenko, European Solidarity MPs hold consultations with business, present economic rescue plan
Ukrainian lawmaker and European Solidarityparty leader Petro Poroshenko and lawmakers from the European Solidarityfaction have drawn up a detailed economic rescue plan for the authorities following a…
Palace close to signing Khalaili from Union SG
Crystal Palace poised to sign 21-year-old midfielder Anan Khalaili from Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise.
Support Ruto or lose the DP seat, Kiraitu Murungi warns Mt Kenya
Former Meru governor and political veteran Kiraitu Murungi has warned the Mt Kenya Region to support President William Ruto’s re-election bid or lose the Deputy President seat, claiming Kithure…
European Championships: Irish schedule & results on Day 2
The European Athletics Championships and European Aquatics Championships are up and running, with Irish competitiors battling for further progression in Birmingham and Paris on Tuesday.
Ella Langley Almost Scores The Biggest Song In The World
Ella Langley misses out on claiming the No. 1 song in the world for the first time by only a single space as "Choosin' Texas" lifts to a new high of No. 2.
A ‘Tech War’ Transitioned into ‘Capital Hegemony’
Chinese tech startups and semiconductor and AI giants are outright rejecting the United States New York stock markets (NYSE, NASDAQ), which have long served as the epicenters of global capital, and…
- Chinese tech startups and semiconductors shift focus to domestic markets
- U.S. regulations block or make U.S. listings uncertain, prompting China's push
- Chinese government funds and reforms bolster capital influx into domestic market
AI boosting cybercrime in Africa, warns Interpol
AI enabled 55% of reported cybercrimes across the continent in 2025.
Earthquake: a 7.4 earthquake shakes Colombia
The movement has lasted around four minutes, after starting at 7:34 in the morning.
Undersea power cable diverted after "Harry Potter" fans complain
The CEO of Etchea Energy described being inundated with calls after inadvertently planning an underground cable beneath a memorial to the fictional "Harry Potter" character.
Your next job could be your last for a while. Use this database to make it count.
A tough labor market means job seekers need to be careful. Use this cheat sheet to make sure your next career move is the right one.
Flying taxi maker Archer buys 3 Boeing units in major eVTOL, AI deal
Dubai: Flying taxi maker Archer Aviation is buying three Boeing subsidiaries in a deal that will combine electric aircraft, autonomous flight and defence technologies and give Archer a business…
Retirement provision: How the Riester successor can be worthwhile for high earners
More can be paid into the old-age pension depot than is necessary for the subsidy. In retirement, the tax rates are then low - but sometimes they are paid dearly.
Seoul cautious about Ukraine's defense request amid claims more N. Korean troops being sent to Russia
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- The government maintained a cautious stance on Ukrain...
Boards are expanding the CFO’s mandate—with COO duties increasingly in the mix
Zillow expanded its CFO's role to include COO duties, and Zoetis created a similar combined role for its incoming finance chief.
Police nab 56-year-old over alleged indian hemp distribution in Delta
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a 56-year-old man, Lucky Oyiboka, with 20 bags of illicit drugs suspected to be Indian hemp in the state.
Taiwan representative in Japan boycotts Nagasaki anniversary ceremony over seating
Taiwan's top economic representative in Japan said he boycotted this year's memorial marking the 81st anniversary of the United States.
Zuckerberg’s yacht was closest to stranded boat but ‘refused’ to help: Report
Zuckerberg's yacht, Launchpad, reportedly did not respond to a stranded skiff's distress call, with the crew unaware due to a different radio channel.
Tanzania, Uganda agree plans for East African energy hub
The two countries signed an agreement with Vitol, the world's largest independent oil trader, to transform Tanzania’s Tanga Port.
Interest rates may stay higher for longer. What that means for consumers
Any move toward higher rates would increase borrowing costs for consumers at a time when affordability pressures are already mounting.
Festive demand set to lift FMCG growth
- FMCG sector forecasted 9-11% growth from August to November
- Low inflation and festive spending boost consumer purchasing power
- Quick commerce and premium products challenge traditional FMCG models
Russian plants are overfulfilling monthly missile production quotas by 110-120% and unlikely to pause strikes, HUR says
Moscow met its full-year Tsirkon and Onyx output targets by early August, seven months into 2026, Ukraine's deputy intelligence chief said.
Study reveals wives’ migration leaves husbands in Wa West facing loneliness, emotional strain
When women migrate from rural communities in search of livelihood opportunities, their husbands are often left behind to cope with loneliness, emotional strain and the loss of everyday companionship…
Myspace is planning another comeback — but analysts say it's a long shot
The Vanderhook brothers revealed the plan in a new documentary, though no timeline has been set and analysts warn the market is crowded
Hormuz Deal Remains Elusive, Stocks Hold Near Record Highs | The Opening Trade 8/10/2026
Stocks traded near record highs, with Asian shares mirroring Friday’s gains on Wall Street after weak US jobs data curbed bets on Federal Reserve interest-rate hikes.
MAX Power Announces $10 Million Strategic Investment at $2.50 Per Unit from Eric Sprott
REGINA, Saskatchewan, Aug. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FSE: 89N) (“MAX Power” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a…
Former Ubisoft Barcelona workers launch Dark Ritual Studios, an indie developer focused on "craftsmanship over scale"
After launching Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced in June, Ubisoft eliminated 51 positions at its Barcelona studio . Now, a group of former employees, led by Myles Kerwin, has established Dark…
LESCO System Outage Delays New Electricity Connections
The Lahore Electric Supply Company’s (LESCO) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system has remained down for the past seven days, disrupting … Read More The post LESCO System Outage Delays New…
Veteran World Cup winner Deon Fourie drafted into Springbok squad
Deon Fourie is back in the Springbok squad and could be in line to make his first appearance for them almost three years after his last game.
Police recover 470 stolen livestock in Marsabit operation
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 10-A multi-agency security team has recovered 470 goats and sheep stolen during a livestock raid in Marsabit County, forcing suspected bandits to abandon the animals as security…
Police halt church service at UNICAL amid leadership dispute
The Cross River State Police Command on Sunday intervened in a tense situation at the Chapel of Redemption, University of Calabar, UNICAL, suspending a church service to prevent a possible outbreak of…
Tesco sesame seeds recalled over salmonella risk
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland has announced a recall of batches of Tesco sesame seeds due to the presence of salmonella.
Cintas Earns Place on U.S. News & World Report’s List of 2026-2027 Best Companies to Work For
This is Cintas’ second consecutive year earning the recognition CINCINNATI — Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been recognized by U.S.
As AI Races Ahead, the Real Battle Is Over Power and Infrastructure
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AINewsWire Editorial Coverage: Artificial intelligence adoption is accelerating faster than the physical world can keep up with it.
Class, let’s watch a short video – more than 75% of teachers say they use YouTube in the classroom
New research shows that YouTube is used not just as an occasional supplement, but as a staple of classroom instruction.
A Colorado jail hasn’t allowed in-person visits in nearly 20 years – here’s what research says about visitation’s effects
Nearly all county jails across Colorado’s Front Range allow prisoners to visit with their loved ones only virtually.
How do computers talk with voices that sound like people?
Computers break examples of human speech into small bits of sound, then put them together to sound like people do.
JUST IN: NERC dissolves Kaduna Disco board over N456bn debt
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has dissolved the Kaduna Disco board due to N456.5bn debt and operational failures. Find out more.
Isembard founder: We're a politician's "wet dream"
At the tail end of London’s Bakerloo tube line, heading towards a north-west London suburb called Harlesden, the whirring sound of manufacturing, from rotating electronic motors to cooling fans, can…
Scientists discover a hidden switch inside silver nanocatalysts
Silver nanocatalysts have been found to switch where they perform their most important reactions depending on whether a solid oxide cell is making electricity or hydrogen.
Droughts Are Getting So Intense That Ancient Ruins Are Beginning to Surface From Dried Up Rivers
"For archaeologists, these moments are extremely valuable." The post Droughts Are Getting So Intense That Ancient Ruins Are Beginning to Surface From Dried Up Rivers appeared first on Futurism .
Over 181,000 AI meeting recordings left wide open in note taking app
Article URL: https://bobdahacker.com/blog/tldv-hack Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49242739 Points: 216 # Comments: 70
Claude's Record-a-Skill cut my research from hours to 30 minutes - but the magic has limits
I used Claude Cowork to automate a workflow, and the result was remarkably effective, but it exposed four drawbacks.
AI data center bans surge past 500 nationwide as local US politicians begin blocking new developments — growing public outrage and bipartisan pushback threaten big tech expansion plans
New AI data center development bans jumped to over 500 in July, according to recent analysis, with political and public pressure growing.
Jalapeño salmonella recall: See an updated list of impacted retailers, including Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, and more
As concerns around potential salmonella contamination escalate, an additional 20 jalapeño products are being recalled in an updated notice that includes products sold at several major retailers.
Pakistan Wins 3 Medals at International Nuclear Science Olympiad
Pakistan won one gold and two silver medals at the 3rd International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO-2026), held in Jeddah, Saudi … Read More The post Pakistan Wins 3 Medals at International Nuclear…
AI: Due to Chinese competition: Zuckerberg calls for more relaxed AI regulation
In recent years, Chinese startups have repeatedly made headlines internationally with their AI models. The Meta boss is now making demands in order to become competitive.
Apple Briefly Posts China Guide for Connecting Siri to Qwen AI
Apple briefly published a support guide in China explaining how Mac users can connect Alibaba's Qwen AI to Siri and Writing Tools, before pulling it entirely less than a day later.
Falling folic acid supplement uptake threatens progress on children's health, experts warn
Declining use of folic acid supplements before pregnancy is undermining progress in preventing serious birth defects, health experts say.
Squeak 6.1
Article URL: https://squeak.org/release_notes/6.1/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49242653 Points: 186 # Comments: 97
Spotify quietly added a button to skip ads in podcasts, except for its own promotional content — and it’s sparked widespread concern for the future of podcasting
Spotify quietly added a new way for you to skip through ads in podcast episodes, but some fear it's the beginning of the end for creators.
Will patients be left without MRI and CT? Threat to diagnostics availability due to new MoH draft law
On Tuesday, August 11, at 12.00, a press conference entitled "Will patients be left without MRI and CT? Threat to diagnostics availability due to new MoH draft law" will start at the press center of…
I'm a doctor who studies longevity. Here are 8 things I always put in my Trader Joe's cart — and 4 I never buy.
As a doctor who studies longevity and people who live a long time, I'm mindful about my diet and which groceries I buy and skip at Trader Joe's.
Coalition to Tinubu: Don’t Assent to National Tobacco Control Act Amendment Bill
* Says it compromises public health Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The Nigeria Tobacco Control Community has called on President Bola Tinubu to withhold assent to the National Tobacco Control Act
The psychological factors associated with acting on a conspiracy theory
New research suggests that believing a conspiracy theory doesn't always translate to real-world behavior. Instead, the likelihood of taking action is linked to how certain people are about their beliefs and how useful they find them.