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Malaysia, Thailand step up cooperation on border security, cross-border crime
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — Malaysia and Thailand are strengthening border security cooperation through government-to-gov...
At least you could have reached out to me – Kofi Tonto tells Manasseh over $19m embassy fraud story [Auido]
New Patriotic Party (NPP) communicator Kofi Tonto says he was unaware of an investigative report by journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni linking him to an alleged US$19 million fraud scheme at Ghana’s…
Última hora del eclipse solar de agosto en España, en directo | Cataluña avisa de un aumento de tráfico ante el eclipse y Castilla-La Mancha pide evitar desplazamientos con un Es-Alert
La DGT estima hasta 1,5 millones de desplazamientos hacia las zonas donde será visible | Retirado un nuevo modelo de gafas para el eclipse, siete en total
India Inflation Stays Within Target Band, Backs RBI Pause
India’s inflation was broadly steady in July, holding within the Reserve Bank’s 2%-6% target range and cementing expectations policymakers will keep interest rates unchanged for some time.
14 suspected illegal miners killed in South Africa dump site collapse, police say
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A catastrophic mine dump collapse in South Africa’s North West province has claimed the lives of 14 suspected illegal miners.
The ‘Humanmaxxing’ trap: Why spending more on longevity might not make you live longer
From supplement stacks and full-body scans to peptides, wearables and GLP-1 drugs, the race to optimise the human body has become a booming industry but the evidence to a longer life is in simpler…
Chernihiv Regional Military Administration head announces installation of 50 mobile shelters for schoolchildren in 6 cities
The installation of 50 mobile shelters in Chernihiv and the cities of Semenivka, Novhorod-Siverskyi, Koriukivka, Snovsk, and Horodnia in the north of Chernihiv region along school routes for students…
Osun police arrest four over attempted murder, firearms possession
Osun State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with alleged conspiracy, attempted murder, assault occasioning harm and unlawful possession of prohibited firearms in Modakeke, Ife…
This shocking Zoom bug allowed silent device takeovers on Android and iOS
A zero-click bug allowed attackers to silently take control during live Zoom calls.
Taiwan responds furiously as China, Indonesia plan military exercise off coast
Taipei says it is seeking clarification from Indonesia after China's defence ministry announced the planned naval drill.
English sets event record as Becker and Roy advance
Mark English set a new championship record for the men's 800 metres in the semi-finals of the event at the European Athletics Championship in Birmingham.
Harry Potter nerds have forced an undersea cable to be moved to avoid Dobby the house elf's grave, now runs close to Bronze Age remains instead
"The whole thing is fictitious, what are you talking about?"
A Traveller’s Guide To Discovering Morocco with Flexible Car Rental
Morocco offers a landscape of contrasts, where ancient cities, scenic coasts, and majestic mountains create a tapestry of unforgettable experiences.
Wilmar H1 net profit rises 2.3% on stronger feed and food product segments
The group has declared an interim dividend of S$0.05 a share, up from S$0.04 a share a year earlier
MTN Ghana fulfils GH¢2.5m promise to flood victims with relief supplies
MTN Ghana has fulfilled its pledge to provide GH¢2.5 million worth of relief items to people affected by the devastating floods that swept through parts of the country on June 29, 2026.
AGO replaces special crimes investigation chief
Before being able to formally take up the position, senior prosecutor Rinaldi Umar was replaced by Saiful Bahri Siregar as the new investigation director under the assistant attorney general for…
Lit Hub Daily: August 12, 2026
When a wealthy university donor can silence one of the world’s leading genocide scholars, it exposes the problem with for-profit higher education. | Lit Hub Politics The best way to get people interested in your lit mag? Mail them free
I’ve played fighting games for 35 years — and Marvel Tōkon is now one of my all-time favorites
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is arguably the mightiest tag fighter ever thanks to its deep yet accessible gameplay, amazing graphics, and slew of modes.
How To Spot An AI-Generated Video Before Sharing It
AI videos are becoming more convincing. Discover the biggest warning signs and practical ways to verify what you're watching.
MEMX Files to List Prediction Market-Style Bets on Earnings
Exchange operator MEMX is looking to become the latest financial exchange to compete with prediction markets by offering binary bets on corporate earnings metrics, according to a representative for…
Passenger returning from DEF CON 34 spoofs Delta Wi-Fi network while in flight using pentest tool — pilots tell ground crew to alert corporate security after attendee from hacking conference brings the party to the sky
A flight carrying passengers who attended a cybersecurity convention reportedly had its Wi-Fi network victimized by deauthentication attacks while an 'evil twin' hotspot rerouted potential victims to…
The Best Action Cameras for All Your Craziest Adventures (2026)
Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These photography tools are made for danger.
AI security cameras are everywhere. Can these garments scramble them all?
The rise of public surveillance has also led to the rise of an adversarial counterpart : fashion designed to confuse AI security cameras. It’s designed to baffle the senses of Axon body cams, Flock cameras, and other tools of mass surveillance through tricks like patterns that AI sensors confuse for animals, objects, or reflective fabric.
Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News
Last week, an AI newsroom beat mainstream journalists—including WIRED—to a story about OpenAI and hacking. It’s just the beginning.
Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Aug 12)
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I built my mom a $110,000 house in my yard. It's helping us avoid a nursing home.
James Cornell built his mother a 1,000-square-foot home on his property for $110,000. Now that she has dementia, he's able to care for her nearby.
Bitcoin-Halving-Countdown: Wann ist das nächste Bitcoin-Halving?
2024 lief das Bitcoin-Halving reibungslos ab. Wann sich der technische Vorgang hinter der Kryptowährung wiederholt, lässt sich anhand von Daten abschätzen. Alles Wichtige zum Termin.
USS Abraham Lincoln Sailors Try To Jump Overboard as Safety Concerns Mount
The families of service members on board the aircraft carrier have reportedly raised concerns after an extended deployment.
Why AI is accelerating old cyber risks, not creating new ones
AI is changing cyber threats, but core security principles still determine organizational resilience.
New implant for heart failure could halve hospital readmission rates
A new device that allows doctors to detect early signs of deterioration in patients with heart failure could cut hospital readmissions by more than 50 per cent.
IEA Says Oil Markets Are Facing a Wider Shortfall
Global oil inventories will tumble this quarter at more than twice the rate previously estimated, according to the International Energy Agency.
Zoom Bug Was Letting Hackers Take Over Anyone’s PC or Phone
Zoom has patched a serious security flaw that could allow another participant in a meeting to remotely execute malicious code … Read More The post Zoom Bug Was Letting Hackers Take Over Anyone’s PC or…
KRA’s border and customs department collects historical revenue of Ksh92.5B
Kenya Revenue Authority’s Customs and Border Control Department recorded its highest-ever monthly revenue collection in July 2026, collecting Ksh92.53 billion.
Taiwan’s Foxconn reports 35 per cent rise in Q2 profit on AI demand, beats forecasts
Net profit for Foxconn in the second quarter was NT$59.97 billion (S$2.38 billion).
Seven Abha welcomes visitors after successful opening festival
Seven continues to receive visitors at its Abha entertainment destination following a successful launch festival featuring diverse cultural and leisure events.
Former NFL QB Matt Hasselbeck part of latest CTE frontier — diagnosing brain disease in the living
PHOENIX (AP) — Matt Hasselbeck took some nasty hits to the head during his 17-year NFL career, four years at Boston College and a childhood full of sports, but the quarterback seems to have emerged from more than…
Al-Hasawi lime gains ground in Saudi and Gulf markets with diverse products
Al-Hasawi lime from Al-Ahsa is seeing rising demand in local and Gulf markets, driven by quality, product variety, and modern marketing.
Board shake-up at Vodacom
The company announces board changes, which will see chairman Saki Macozoma retiring and replaced by Khumo Shuenyane.
Global data centre insurance premiums projected to be over US$24 billion by 2030
This is up from US$11 billion today, says Allianz Commercial
Samsung Odyssey G80HS 32" Review: Going 6K
Samsung's Odyssey G80HS combines a razor-sharp 6K 165Hz display with a 3K 330Hz dual mode , promising the best of productivity and gaming, but its hefty sticker price comes with compromises.
Haze risk in Singapore: Preschools ready to move activities indoors if air quality worsens
Some preschools are monitoring air quality readings as often as every two hours, while others have prepared indoor activities and air purifiers as Singapore faces a heightened risk of severe haze in…
Operational Circular No. 2 (Rev. 3): Conditions of access to the fenced parts of the CERN site (update of the implementation measures)
Operational Circular No. 2 (Rev. 3): Conditions of access to the fenced parts of the CERN site (update of the implementation measures) Written by: HR Department — Members of the personnel and other…
Emergency government meeting held over high temperature amid ‘strain on public finances’
The government will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the country’s response to this summer’s high temperatures and drought amid fears that it will add a “strain” on the public finances.
Remembering Lisa Koppel: Advocating for colorectal cancer awareness
Lisa Koppel's family shares her story to raise awareness about the disease and the importance of early detection.
Confusion as Katsina United player declared dead found alive in mortuary
Confusion has trailed the condition of the Katsina United defender, Ozor Chinedu, who collapsed during a pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina on…
Health Ministry denies shortage of HIV medicines in Ghana
The Ministry of Health has rejected claims that Ghana is facing a shortage of antiretroviral medicines (ARVs) used in the treatment of HIV.
Asia Bulletin: Inside a girls’ school in Kabul
Tom Sasse, our South Asia bureau chief, on the bleak future facing the few Afghan girls still able to study
Sarawak haze worsens as two areas hit ‘Very Unhealthy’ air quality
SARAWAK’S worsening haze has pushed air quality in two areas into the ‘Very Unhealthy’ category, while firefighting operations continued for a third day to contain large forest fires in Sri Aman and…
Drone footage shows rare bird’s-eye view of stingrays off New York coast
With wing spans up to 3ft, the shy cownose ray species typically arrive in Long Island waters in the warmer months Drone footage of dozens of stingrays in the ocean off New York has captivated…
Commodore re-releases TAC-2 joystick after 40 years for just $49 — says retro-controller is tougher than ever and now comes in five colorways
After 40 years, Commodore has brought back the 'Totally Accurate Controller' joystick, better known among C64 and Amiga aficionados as the TAC-2.
Why we should all be worried about AI in elections
Deepfakes dominate headlines, but the real danger lies in opaque AI systems that make up election infrastructure.
Anthropic’s Watermarking, How It (Probably) Works, Worse Than It Seems
Anthropic is adding watermarking in response to the E.U.'s AI law. It's a terrible idea, first and foremost for philosophical reasons.
Dinesh Vasu Dash on Singapore’s dependence on migrant workers
Dinesh Vasu Dash and Tan Dawn Wei discuss migrant workers - the unpaid wage saga and their role in our economy.
The UAE will not see a total solar eclipse until September 2081, 55 years from now
Dubai: Today's total solar eclipse sweeps across northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. It does not come anywhere near the Emirates.
Could Rocky’s musical language in Project Hail Mary actually work?
Linguists explain how a language built from musical notes could convey complex meaning and even support conversation
The total solar eclipse happens today—here’s what you need to know
Follow all the latest updates on the eclipse with Scientific American
BMG and Suno Reach Licensing Deal for AI Music Model
Under the agreement, which also settles Suno's past use of BMG works, artists and songwriters must opt in to their music being used for AI inputs and outputs.
Big Tech Wants to Harvest Your Thoughts
Silicon Valley companies are already working on neurotechnology products that track your brain activity. The next privacy frontier might be the things you only think.