A strange Google Home app bug is automatically switching on smart lights across homes
The issue currently affects only the iOS app, so Android and web users are safe (for now).
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Japanese Yen: Wider range with intervention support against US Dollar – HSBC
HSBC strategists discuss the sharp post-intervention drop following coordinated action by Japan’s Ministry of Finance and the US Treasury.
Environment: New action programme: Ministry of the Environment steps up efforts to protect natural climate
Germany is still missing its climate targets in the land use sector. The Environment Ministry is therefore planning a new action program.
Ukraine and Moldova discuss rail corridor for grain amid Russian Black Sea attacks
Kyiv is requesting a 50 percent discount on transport costs as Chisinau seeks guarantees on cargo volumes, Reuters reports.
Wife’s childhood memory inspires Chinese husband to build world’s largest hollyhock garden
A casual remark from his wife inspired a man in southwestern China to transform a barren valley into a breathtaking sea of hollyhocks spanning 80 hectares. Zhou Xiaolin and his wife, Yin Jie, now live amid the vibrant blooms in Chengdu, Sichuan province, where they personally tend to their sprawling garden.
AI for Military Support
Interesting empirical research: “ Black Box Warfare: Human Judgment and Military Decision-Making in the Age of AI .” Abstract: How is AI transforming decision-making in modern conflict?
Boipatong residents hope elections will bring about change
For years, Slovo Park residents in Boipatong have endured severe sewage leaks and toxic smell.
Germany news: Some shipping stops as Rhine hits new lows
The summer heat is not only causing water levels in Germany's key river arteries to drop to dangerously low levels, but also contributing to wildfires in several areas. Follow DW for more.
Family of Former U.S. Marine Imprisoned in Russia Warns He Is ‘Near Death’ After Alleged Torture
Relatives of Robert Gilman and an advocacy group are appealing to Russian authorities for his release due to medical reasons.
Beats teased new headphones then ghosted us — but now, Reddit sleuths think they’ve worked out when the new cans will land
It's been two months since we saw the new Beats headphones teased and the brand has since been silent, but Reddit sleuths have bad news as to when the cans could come.
Stockholm’s Quartr lands €15.6 million to expand its AI-ready public company IR data coverage
Quartr, the Stockholm-based company behind the world’s leading first-party data layer for institutional finance and AI, has closed an €15.6 million ($18 million) funding round to accelerate product…
Putin Pardons Former U.S. Marine Imprisoned in Russia – Reuters
U.S. officials said Robert Gilman would be transported on a State Department plane from Russia to Washington Dulles Airport.
Lebanon's president says talks progressing, vows no Israeli presence on Lebanese land
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said negotiations are making progress and stressed that Israel will not be allowed to retain any Lebanese territory.
The Pulse 8/11/2026
"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics.
Heating systems: Heat pumps are increasing significantly – gas heating systems remain in demand
Heat pumps are increasingly shaping the German heating market, the industry says. However, gas heating systems continue to be popular, the figures show.
A Francophone investor’s guide to Africa’s next growth markets
A data-driven look at Africa's strongest investment returns, regional stock markets, capital exits, and the rise of Francophone Africa.
‘As I’m dancing, I’m working’ – Gov Adeleke replies critics
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has defended his frequent dancing at public events, saying his love for dancing does not affect his responsibilities as governor.
Bernie Sanders tells OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta to pause AI development or face Senate action
In a letter to the CEOs of OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta, Sanders writes that almost every day brings a new story about how these companies are losing control of their AI agents. Read Entire Article
South Africa’s unemployment hits 8.5 million as foreign businesses face rising tensions
South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to its highest level in four years, with the number of unemployed people rising to 8.5 million, highlighting a further deterioration in the country’s…
Top ICT tenders: DCDT eyes 2050 digital economy vision
The department is looking for a service provider to develop ICT indicators, modelling and a scenario system.
When safe assets compete with risk. Lessons from the 1960s–90s for bitcoin and stocks.
Your day-ahead look for Aug. 11 2026
Denisovans may have dwarfed other ancient humans
Two leg bones found on the seabed near Taiwan have been identified as Denisovans, and their size suggests these hominins stood up to 190 centimetres tall
SFO Tech partners with US-based Smart IOPS to manufacture data storage hardware in Kochi
Through the tie-up, SFO has integrated Smart IOPS’ proprietary ‘TruRandom’ controller technology into its production lines, the company said in a press release.
Fore! Trump’s DC Golf Course Is Already in the Rough
When President Donald Trump takes flight on Marine One from the White House, he often gets a bird’s-eye view of a municipal golf course located at East Potomac Park, a national park better known to…
Trust trumps horsepower for female car buyers
Is South Africa nearing a tax revolt? A new digital location system set to transform services. And the science behind performing under pressure.
HSBC Asset Management invests in London-founded Model ML
Model ML, the London-founded AI automation startup for financial services founded by two brothers, has received equity investment from HSBC’s asset management arm, it said today.
Expanded election for football federation chief to be held this year
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The election to fill the vacant top position at the n...
‘This is my last’: Lebo M completes lobola negotiations for new wife Nomoya Dube
Producer and composer Lebohang Morake (Lebo M) has completed lobola for Nomoya Dube, and both families have officially welcomed her as makoti.
VinFast further expands authorized service outlet network in Indonesia, enhancing the aftersales experience
JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 August 2026 - VinFast continues to strengthen its aftersales network in Indonesia by expanding its Authorized Service Outlet network through…
Where, when and how to watch the 2026 solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse is set to be visible across parts of Europe, while a partial eclipse will sweep across about a quarter of the planet – here’s how to catch it
Worldview | Mercado Libre Sacrifices Profit for Growth
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features a luxury goods scandal in Hong Kong, Reliance Retail’s latest acquisition in India and Puma caught in the crossfire in…
This $30 Hoto 25-piece electric screwdriver set is a must-buy option for PC builders and hobbyists —40% saving on portable driver with long-life 1,500 mAh battery and 25 ultra-hard bits for your next project
Save 40% on this Hoto electric screwdriver with 25 bits, now just $29.99 for a limited time only.
Remedy reports revenue declines in Q2 and H1 as it prepares for Control Resonant launch
Remedy reported revenue declines in the first half and second quarter of 2026 while increasing marketing efforts for Control Resonant. Read more
Al-Baha Chamber holds workshop on workplace rights and obligations
Al-Baha Chamber organized a labor culture workshop to raise awareness of workplace rights and responsibilities.
The dark side of beauty: How a routine Botox injection can lead to intensive care
Olha Holubovska, infectious disease specialist and Doctor of Medical Sciences
6 Best Dehumidifiers to Fight Mold and Muggy Summers (2026)
If you care about good air, it’s time for a dehumidifier. These are the best ones we’ve tested for everything from basements to drying laundry.
Nigeria’s PPP model now powering Africa’s trade — ICRC DG
Nigeria’s home-grown Customs Modernisation Project is now the template for a $3.1bn AfCFTA continental trade initiative, validating Nigeria’s PPP model.
Saudi embassy launches Noor medical program at Port Sudan hospital
The Saudi embassy in Sudan has launched the Noor Saudi medical volunteer program at Makkah Hospital in Port Sudan, aiming to benefit thousands.
What to do if you can't find solar eclipse glasses in Sweden
This year, Sweden is expecting its most extensive solar eclipse since 2015 – and the best chance to see one in Sweden until 2039. But what if you can't source eclipse glasses?
Forest sign Sporting's Ivory Coast defender Diomande
Nottingham Forest sign Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Portuguese club Sporting for a reported £34m.
Insurers can’t hide behind the SIM card
Cellphone claims are just 4% of National Financial Ombud’s cases, but it is concerned insurers reject them on SIM card grounds alone.
UK economy to ‘reverse gains’ as construction drags growth
The UK economy’s modest gains from the first half of the year are set to be reversed as the fledgling construction industry is set to hammer growth prospects, economists have said. A poll of economists, tracked by Bloomberg, believe GDP contracted by 0.1 per cent in June, partly unwinding previous gains.
Claude to watermark AI ‘slop’ – including edited human writing
Anthropic will begin adding invisible watermarks to text generated by Claude as part of new EU rules designed to make AI-generated content easier to identify. But the system will also mark some text originally written by humans if it has subsequently been edited or processed by Claude, potentially complicating efforts to determine whether…
The map showing world's division over Infantino
BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from its members.
Beijing is forcing a mass breakup with AI lovers
- Beijing bans AI emotional interactions, breaking up with AI lovers
- China's July 15 shutdown of AI agent feature on Doubao chatbot
- Regulations aim to curb emotional dependence on AI companions
AI-Native, Not AI-Sprinkle: Why AI Is A Business Change, Not A Technology Change
Companies unlock AI’s biggest productivity gains not by adding AI tools to existing workflows, but by redesigning teams, roles and daily work around AI.
Melancholic and intimate – unseen 50s and 60s New York by master street photographer Saul Leiter will positively blow your mind
One of the most remarkable photographers of the 20th Century is currently enjoying a major retrospective at the Leica Gallery in Frankfurt The post Melancholic and intimate – unseen 50s and 60s New York by master street photographer Saul Leiter will positively blow your mind appeared first on Amateur Photographer .
How to End Things Well
Aad Goudappel/theispot.com Most leadership advice is written for beginnings — how to launch initiatives, build momentum, scale ideas, and manage new projects. Far less attention is given to the work of ending something well. Yet endings are everywhere in organizational life. A team is disbanded. A project is closed. A product is retired.
WHO Sierra Leone Second Quarter 2026 Results Newsletter
WHO Sierra Leone Second Quarter 2026 Results Newsletter sharkahm@who.int Tue, 11/08/2026 - 12:00 From strengthening maternal health services and disease prevention programmes to advancing emergency…
First evidence of Neanderthal bone tool use in Romania discovered
Deep in the Vârghiș Gorges, tucked away in the dark recesses of a cave, researchers have found the first evidence that Neanderthals used bone tools in Romania.
AI finds so many Windows flaws, Microsoft can’t keep up. Should you worry?
Be careful what you wish for. That’s what Microsoft found out recently when it discovered that AI — rather than making Windows more secure by helping the company close security holes — could help…
The birth of modern life was fueled by poop, new theory proposes
The Cambrian explosion is a critical moment for life on Earth—and it may have been all about poop
How one food stokvel helps 45 North West families fight hunger
Health-e News How one food stokvel helps 45 North West families fight hunger Every month Mapiti Seleka puts aside her R370 unemployment grant, knowing that when food prices rise again, she will not…
IT'S PERSONAL: Sibongile Simelane-Quntana leads fight against SA's gambling addiction
Discover how Sibongile Simelane-Quntana turned personal struggles into advocacy for families affected by gambling addiction.
Gladys Shollei: If SHA is not working, how does it owe hospitals money?
National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei forcefully defended Kenya’s Social Health Authority (SHA), dismissing criticism that the flagship universal healthcare scheme is ineffective by…
Humans’ sense of smell is still evolving
A genetic study shows how smell capabilities were maintained in a hunter-gatherer population
‘She could not be saved’: Danny K’s wife’s family speaks after her death from cancer
The family said Koppel had hoped to use her experience to raise awareness about the disease and help others.
Warning from man whose eyes were damaged by eclipse
Peter Smith damaged his eyes by watching the 1999 eclipse without suitable glasses.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve plans historic return of endangered Asiatic lion
TABUK — Coinciding with World Lion Day on August 10, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve reaffirmed its commitment to reintroducing the endangered Asiatic lion (Panthera leo leo), one of 23…
The proton is more quantum than we thought
Our understanding of the internal structure of protons is largely based on classical physics, but data compiled from accelerator experiments has uncovered quantum behaviour that has never been seen…