Google Messages just got a customization setting I’ve wanted for years — how to use it
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China-Nepal floods: police officer filmed guiding people away from stricken border post
Video footage taken moments before a catastrophic mudslide hit a border post in Tibet shows how one police officer stationed there tried to guide civilians to safety. The clip, which shows the officer trying to direct people away from the police station at Gyirong Port, went viral online in China over the weekend.
Therapy Has a Relationship Problem
When therapy mistakes relational distress for dysfunction, it leaves people with fewer meaningful connections and worse mental health, writes David H. Rosmarin.
Immigrant groups say racism rising in Alberta as referendum looms
University of Alberta political science professor Jared Wesley says the upcoming referendum in Alberta is at least partially to blame.
Bryan Johnson tackled human longevity. Now he wants dogs to live forever.
Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has become famous for his mission to help humans live forever. Now he wants to do the same thing for dogs.
This shirt is like an AI invisibility cloak
To the human eye, the Digital Camouflage shirt has an abstract colorful pattern showing green, pink, and orange shapes. To robots, it hides the human wearing it.
‘Is there a point where refresh rate just stops mattering?’: I chat to Samsung’s monitor experts about its crazy-fast 1100Hz gaming display
I caught up with Samsung's Jeremy Demont and Pepe Distra at Gamescom 2026 to talk through the 2027 Odyssey range.
How to Claw Back Wealth From Toppled Autocrats
Cleaning up after a corrupt regime comes with serious risks.
New Maps Show How Israel Has Thwarted Hopes for a Palestinian State
The breakneck expansion of settlements in the West Bank has rendered American talk of a two-state solution increasingly irrelevant.
The Floods Nepal Didn’t Cause
Flash floods, triggered by a glacial collapse in the Himalayas, have killed at least five hundred people in a nation that has contributed little to climate change but is disproportionately affected by it.
How Alex Eala Became a Symbol of the Philippines
At only twenty-one, the tennis phenom is likely already the best-ever player from Southeast Asia. Now she is seeking her first Grand Slam title at this summer’s U.S. Open.
Western North Carolina Pleaded for Hurricane Help. It Got ICE Instead.
As the G20 descends on Asheville, the communities that helped rebuild after Hurricane Helene live in fear of Trump’s immigration regime. The post Western North Carolina Pleaded for Hurricane Help.
At 55, I became a rookie teacher after 3 decades in tech PR. Gen Z is teaching me a lot — and reminding me how to trust myself
In a world of relentlessly negative news and shifting opportunities, Gen Z often possesses radical self-trust and a quiet, solid confidence.
How to Run a Chatbot on Your Own Computer
Installing a large language model on your personal computer gives you a handy digital assistant that won’t compromise your data privacy.
US Navy launches missiles from its first drone sailboat — Saildrone Surveyor launches dual JAGM missiles, carrier strike group tests armed USV and electronic warfare
The U.S. Navy successfully tested a sail-powered autonomous drone in live-fire exercises in the Pacific.
New on Paramount+ in September 2026: Top movies and shows to stream this month
Our guide to all the new movies and shows coming to Paramount+ in September 2026, including "Mobland" season 2, "Scary Movie 6" and more.
Erkjenner svikt: «Det beklages på det sterkeste»
Norse har rustet opp for å ta unna klagesaker, men kunder må fremdeles vente i månedsvis…
Stimulating a single nerve could treat depression and fight inflammation. Is it too good to be true?
Implants that stimulate the body's longest cranial nerve are already treating epilepsy, depression and rheumatoid arthritis.
I spent my Saturday with the Target exec on a mission to fix its stores
Back to school season is second only to the holidays in terms of importance for Target. We went behind the scenes to see how it's going.
ICE weighs robot dogs for enforcement operations
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement is preparing to spend as much as $2 million on robotic dogs, extending a technology push accompanying the Trump administration’s drive to sharply increase…
Dozens killed in Russian strike on ammunition depot near Kyiv
Lengthy air raids by Moscow’s jet-powered drones have triggered 27 alerts since Thursday in one of the longest attacks of the war
Join Us: Watch 11 Minutes of Exclusive Gameplay from the Upcoming Cult Simulator | gamescom 2026
Wolf Haus Games revealed 11 minutes of gameplay for Join Us at gamescom 2026, alongside a PS5 announcement and a trailer featuring real-life former cult members.
Poland Sees Growth Slowing to 2% in 2030 on Fiscal Tightening
Poland expects its economic growth to slow to 2% by the end of the decade as the government will have to step up efforts to tackle the fiscal deficit.
Dutch men out of hockey World Cup as women prepare for final
The Dutch men’s hockey team have missed out on a home World Cup final, losing their semi-final to Spain in...
Gold price drops by Rs15,100 per tola in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan decreased on Saturday in line with their loss in the international market. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs467,936 after a decline of Rs15,100 during the…
Vloggers will love this phone and rear screen add-on, but will anyone else?
The OPPO Reno 16 Pro is a solid Android phone with a quirky accessory, but the price tag is a stretch to get it all.
Safaricom reveals exact hours B-Live data bundle can be accessed after customer complaint
Safaricom has clarified the exact hours its B-LIVE data bundle can be accessed after a customer’s complaint about a seemingly “missing” bundle reignited confusion over how the time-based internet…
- B-LIVE data bundle accessible only between 11:00 pm and 3:59 pm next day
- Customers purchase bundle via USSD 544# or 555# selecting PataMore Hourly Bundles
- Launched in 2025 to address concerns over traditional data bundles expiring quickly
I moved in with my parents 3 years ago to help my dad with my mom's caregiving. I'm glad I got that time with her.
My mom had dementia, and I moved back in to help with caregiving. It was hard at first, but eventually, I saw caregiving as a gift.
- Jeannie Ritchie moved back in with parents to help dad care for mom with dementia.
- Initially, emotional turmoil arose from mother's resistance to care.
- Over time, caregiving became joyful experience filled with happiness.
Social Media: What does Meta's multibillion-euro deal mean for Europe?
The EU is considered a pioneer in regulating tech groups. But Meta is doing the authorities a favour in the USA when it comes to protecting young people. What does this mean for the EU?
Another International Airline Likely to Launch Flights to Pakistan
Malaysia Airlines may soon begin operating flights to Karachi, potentially improving air connectivity between Pakistan and Malaysia.
Govt extends IESCO EOI submission deadline to Sept 21
The Privatisation Commission (PC) has extended the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest (EOI) for private sector participation in the privatisation of Islamabad Electric Supply Company…
Forget Belgian roads, we need to talk about Dutch drivers
Our regular columnist Molly Quell drove through Belgium and France on her holiday and has developed some strong feelings about...
Punjab Small Industries Corporation (PSIC) Announces Internships With Rs. 60,000 Monthly Stipend
The Punjab Small Industries Corporation (PSIC) has announced paid internships for fresh graduates, offering a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000.
Prediction: Tesla Stock Will Plummet Below $100 if the S&P 500 Enters a Bear Market
Tesla stock is vulnerable to a significant correction due to its lofty valuation.
‘I’ve never been physically intimate with her’ – Juma Jux breaks silence on paternity claims
Tanzanian singer, Juma Jux, has denied fathering a child with a Tanzanian woman, insisting that he has never been physically intimate with her.
Scientists are using AI to track permafrost thaw as Arctic lakes vanish in hours
A new near-real-time monitoring tool has identified 30 additional drained lakes in northwestern Alaska since June 2026.
Your fitness tracker has a lot of numbers — these are the ones that are worth watching
Here's what you should be tracking on your wearable
Dr. Gideon Boako writes: On the $80 Million FX Intervention Cap — Setting the Record Straight
I have observed attempts by some government and NDC communicators, with limited understanding of monetary policy and IMF program negotiations, to dispute Dr.
Explainer: Nigeria is getting its second chance with global investors after hard reset
…Africa’s most populous country scored a rare double with an index return and ratings boost this week For the most read more Explainer: Nigeria is getting its second chance with global investors after…
These absolutely gorgeous wildlife photos will inspire you to get outside with your camera for the joy of it
Mhairi Boustead shares more about her wildlife photography, how she started and what it's like studying a Higher National Diploma The post These absolutely gorgeous wildlife photos will inspire you to…
Why Landmark’s CEO is betting big on Nigeria’s N5 trillion local tourism
In an exclusive interview with Nairametrics, Landmark Africa CEO, Paul Onwuanibe, discussed the forces driving this transformation, the scale of Nigeria’s domestic tourism market and the opportunities…
‘South Africans gave Nigerians green light to use Amapiano’ — DJ Maphorisa
South African DJ and producer, Maphorisa has claimed that South Africans gave Nigerians the “green light” to use Amapiano after collaborations between artistes from both countries helped spread the…
Google rolls out Gemini AI feature to help readers analyse their e-books
Expert Intelligence allows users to add select e-books from Google Play Books directly to a Gemini Notebook
ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude quietly get worse over time. This hidden setting fixes them
Your favorite AI chatbot might be remembering a little too much.
What’s the difference between proprietary, open weight, and open source AI?
Most people know that when it comes to large language models (LLMs), not all are created equal. Some models are clearly more “intelligent,” while others offer benefits like being significantly cheaper to use. Yet all LLMs fall into one of three categories: proprietary, open weight, or open source.
Does water drain in different directions in the Northern and Southern hemispheres?
Earth's rotation can influence a draining vortex. So does that mean water in a drain spirals in opposite directions in different parts of the world?
Psilocybin Might Make Your Brain Live in the Moment
Psychedelics are often associated with disconnecting from reality, but a recent neuroimaging study found that psilocybin can actually make our brain activity more connected to the world around us.
- Psilocybin enhances brain's present moment perception
- Brain activity patterns more distinct in higher psilocybin doses
- Improved immersion and unity reported by participants
With Midterms Looming, Journalists Consider Measles, Food Recalls, and Obamacare
KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on national and local media recently to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.
'It's kind of the holy grail of what is memory': Neuroscientist Steve Ramirez studies the physical basis of memory in a quest to manipulate it
Steve Ramirez , a neuroscientist and author of "How to Change a Memory," tells editor Hannah Osborne about the science and ethics of memory manipulation, and the incredible power of our brains to…
Don Recommends FG Invest in AI Readiness Infrastructure
Oluchi Chibuzor A university don in the department of Computer Science, Lagos State University, Prof. Oluwatoyin Enikuomehin, has recommended that the federal government invest in building in AI…
Tech coalition sounds alarm over AI cyber threats
More than 100 technology, financial and security organisations have warned that the world has only months to strengthen digital defences before increasingly capable artificial intelligence systems…
- Over 100 tech, financial, security groups warn of AI cyber threats
- AI models can identify vulnerabilities, generate malicious code autonomously
- Coalition urges bolstering digital defenses, sharing threat intelligence
Leader of Opposition Party Team Mirai Meets with Japan’s Takaichi, Teaches Her How to Use ChatGPT
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met with Team Mirai leader Takahiro Anno at the Prime Minister’s Office and learned new ways to use artificial intelligence.
- Team Mirai leader Takahiro Anno met Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
- Takaichi used ChatGPT to create a price impact simulator
- Anno discussed potential cooperation with ruling parties
Pharmaceutical crisis: Walmart settles US government opioid lawsuit
Already in 2022, Walmart had agreed to pay $3.1 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits from states and municipalities.
LUMS Researchers Help International Scientists Discover Compounds That Could Make Crops More Drought-Resistant
Researchers at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) have contributed to an international study that identified two chemical compounds … Read More The post LUMS Researchers Help…
Chatsworth scientist inspires next female generation
Professor Tricia Naicker’s research is helping find new ways to keep lifesaving antibiotics working – while inspiring young women to believe they belong in science
Cardiovascular disease: when the risk is already a disease
A project will help determine whether knowledge of the presence and extent of the disease can save lives.
The disease that causes most heart attacks accumulates silently in the arteries from youth
A large study led from Spain to prevent atherosclerosis seeks to better diagnose cardiovascular risk, which affects one in 13 people between the ages of 18 and 29 without symptoms.
The Race Equation
In medical school, Aaron Baugh, like most doctors in training, was taught that Black people have smaller lungs than white people.
- Aaron Baugh learned Black people have smaller lungs than white people in medical school.
- The spirometer's race equation lowered Black patients' normal lung capacity range by 10-15%.
- This racist science led to misdiagnoses and impacted Black patients' lives.
Trump Creates a Space Academy and Honors the Artemis Astronauts
President Trump awarded the four-member Artemis II crew the Congressional Space Medal of Honor and signed an executive order directing the creation of a new U.S. Space Academy. The proposed academy would train engineers, scientists, technicians, operators, and astronauts for NASA, the Space Force, and the commercial space industry.
For vultures near Dehradun, 2.4 km separates survival from electrocution
A decade-old study, published in a journal recently, indicates that the relocation of a livestock carcass dump from near power lines at Sudhauwala has been effective