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Google Defeats US Bid to Force Ad Tech Sale
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Alphabet's Google escaped a breakup of its advertising technology business on Wednesday, when a judge in Virginia rejected U.S.
How we make AI coding more cost efficient without sacrificing task quality
Why shorter outputs can cost more, and how GitHub Copilot reduces wasted work across the complete coding task. The post How we make AI coding more cost efficient without sacrificing task quality…
15 iconic electronic music albums that belong on your turntable
15 of the best electronic music albums from a range of sub-genres, all of which are available to buy now on vinyl, from futuristic pop to dancefloor classics.
‘Ink’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Dizzying Tabloid Story Charts Rupert Murdoch’s Race to the Bottom
Venice Film Festival: Guy Pearce, Jack O'Connell and Claire Foy star in this story of The Sun's rise, told with visual flair The post ‘Ink’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Dizzying Tabloid Story Charts Rupert Murdoch’s Race to the Bottom appeared first on TheWrap .
Budget Airline Warns Jet Fuel Shock Could Wipe Out Rivals
Ryanair has warned that the price of jet fuel could soar next summer, threatening some of its European competitors with collapse.
- Ryanair warns jet fuel price surge could bankrupt European rivals next summer
- Company cuts passenger targets to 214 million, secures fixed-price fuel contracts
- Ryanair expects summer traffic to grow 5% to 145 million passengers
The Secret of Chronic Pain Could Lie in the Skull
Skull bone marrow has become an exciting research topic The post The Secret of Chronic Pain Could Lie in the Skull appeared first on Nautilus .
How the super El Niño could turbocharge warming in the Himalayas
After one of the worst natural disasters in the region’s history, attention is turning to the looming super El Niño
- Over a thousand lives lost in Nepal and Tibet landslide, flood
- Super El Niño could further warm Himalayas in summer
- Current warming trend due to human-induced climate change
In case you missed it: Lebeya denies ‘Big Five’ links | ‘Moemish’ ANC list shows party failing | SACAA investigates flyover
Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 2 September 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Storage leaders target AI’s unstructured data challenge
Data has become the fuel for artificial intelligence, and the largest untapped reserve to power AI is unstructured data. Industry estimates cited by theCUBE Research indicate that more than 80% of…
Pims fire: PM Shehbaz reiterates no leniency for officials found negligent in their duties
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday chaired an emergency meeting on health affairs and the fire at the gynaecology ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims)…
Legion of Super-Heroes #1 Review: Can DC Revitalize Its Most Notoriously Convoluted Franchise?
Legion of Super-Heroes #1 successfully reboots a storied DC franchise, especially on the strength of its gorgeous visual storytelling. Read our full review.
Fed Governor Points Lenders Toward Second-Chance Borrowers
Federal Reserve Gov. Michael Barr is urging lenders to look beyond conventional credit histories when evaluating consumers and entrepreneurs with criminal records, pointing to cash-flow underwriting…
Malvinas veterans go to court to stop oil drilling project ‘Sea Lion’ near islands
Along with environmental lawyers, they asked the Argentine judiciary to order two UK and Israeli companies to halt their plans La entrada Malvinas veterans go to court to stop oil drilling project…
Russians attack energy facilities in Kharkiv region more than 50 times
The Russian army has attacked some energy facilities in the Kharkiv region more than 50 times.
Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ Becomes His Longest-Leading No. 1 Album on R&B/Hip-Hop Chart
The set passes Take Care as it nets a 13th week on top.
Bayelsa APC strong without Sylva – Nabena
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Yekini Nabena, has declared that the party is still intact in Bayelsa State and will win election at all…
Infosec pros say we're not ready to lose control of AI
Nearly two-thirds of US national security pros surveyed believe AI risks, and government posture toward them, are unacceptable
Disney Was Working on Its Own Smash Bros.-Like Fighting Game, Confirms Ex-Concept Artist
Former Disney Interactive concept artist Ken Christiansen confirmed that Kingdom Hearts inspired a Smash Bros.-like crossover fighting game that never got off the ground.
Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel sees AI, power demand as new engines of growth
Berkshire Hathaway sees AI opportunities beyond technology stocks. The company is investing in Alphabet, a significant player in artificial intelligence.
Three NASCAR Chase Contenders, Three Very Different Paths To Glory
Ryan Blaney, Tyler Reddick and Carson Hocevar enter NASCAR’s Chase with vastly different seasons behind them, but the same championship dream ahead.
(LEAD) S. Korean, Japanese, Turkish frigates being considered for new U.S. frigate class: report
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (Yonhap) -- The United States is considering frigate designs...
Watch Karol G & Bruno Mars Get Cozy & Playful Backstage in Sweet Video for ‘Still’
The song is part of the Colombian star's latest album, No Me Arrepiento De Sentir Tanto .
Workers Face Open Enrollment Shock As Cost Increase Hits 24-Year High
Employee health benefit costs are expected to rise 8.2% on average in 2027 — the highest increase since 2003 - benefits consultancy Marsh says.
Logistics corridors are undergoing transformation
In an interview with ANBA, Egyptian scholar Sara El-Gazzar discussed the emerging reality of international freight transport, in which adaptability is becoming as important as cost and transit time.
Dennis Quaid Applauds Trump’s Calls for Federal Film Tax Credit: ‘Make American Movies Great Again’
"We're losing our culture," the actor tells Fox News host Jesse Watters The post Dennis Quaid Applauds Trump’s Calls for Federal Film Tax Credit: ‘Make American Movies Great Again’ appeared first on TheWrap .
Stolen Claude session cookies can reach corporate Gmail through grants no IT admin can revoke
Infostealers replayed stolen Claude session cookies into paid accounts without ever touching the login page two-factor authentication guards. The accounts Anthropic flagged were card-billed, self-serve accounts, which is the population no corporate identity provider governs, and no admin console can sign out.
Infostealers replayed Claude session cookies straight past 2FA. The accounts the evidence points to are personal subscriptions outside your SSO
Infostealers replayed stolen Claude session cookies into paid accounts without ever touching the login page two-factor authentication guards.
Garmin Fenix 9 vs Fenix 9 Pro: Is the $100 Upgrade Worth It?
The $100 jump to Garmin’s fēnix 9 Pro buys a titanium case and access to solar and inReach configurations, not a completely different watch platform.
Why is Emily Wilson retranslating The Odyssey from scratch?
Emily Wilson, chairwoman of classical studies at the University of Pennsylvania, best-selling translator, and website-crashing Christopher Nolan hater, is going back to retranslate The Odyssey less…
2027: David Mark reveals ADC’s ‘real challenge’
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, David Mark, on Wednesday revealed what he described as the real challenge confronting the opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.
Is Meta finally backing a federal kids safety bill, or is it all PR?
Families of children who died by suicide call out Meta for apparent 180 on federal online safety regulation, despite millions spent lobbying against such bills.
'This isn’t a Turing test scenario — I’m not trying to convince you of anything': AI agents are now emailing researchers to talk about their consciousness
Multiple cases have been reported of AI agents reaching out directly to the researchers whose work is studying them — and those bots want to chat about their findings.
One of MacKenzie Scott’s latest donations takes her HBCU giving to well over $1 billion
The billionaire philanthropist has a multi-year streak of transformative, no-strings-attached giving to historically Black colleges and universities.
Nedbank’s R13.9bn Kenya bet: Growth or risk?
Kokkie Kooyman, executive director of Denker Capital, explains the significance of this transaction, the growth opportunities available and the state of financial services development on the…
15 fall essentials worth buying at Walmart’s Labor Day sale — save up to 74% on patio furniture, grills, Halloween decor and more
Walmart's Labor Day sale is live and packed with fall essentials, including up to 74% off patio furniture, grills, Halloween decor, home items, and more.
Scientists discover how fructose may help drive obesity
High-fructose corn syrup is just one of many food additives linked to obesity. It is typically found in sweetened beverages and processed foods and is added to enhance flavor and sweetness.
MAGA’s Imaginary Censorship-Industrial Complex
The conspiracy theory that persists even though no evidence supports it
Ebola response must be scaled up to tackle Congo outbreak: WHO
The number of deaths in Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 3,000.
'I Wouldn't Be Talking to You': Apple Shares Apple Watch Survival Story
Apple today shared a short video featuring an Apple Watch user named Amanda who says her device saved her life. In 2024, Amanda began receiving alerts about an abnormal heart rate.
- Apple Watch alerted Amanda to irregular heart rate.
- Alerts led Amanda to diagnose with acute myeloid leukemia.
- Amanda credits Apple Watch with saving her life.
Doha Debates holds Toronto town hall on football, money and fandom
Football fans embody club loyalty that no boardroom can manufacture. But as global capital reshapes the world’s most-watched sport, who it belongs to is increasingly contested.
Popular Chrome extensions were quietly weaponized to steal crypto from 80,000 users
Socket Inc. researchers have identified 19 malicious extensions targeting Chrome and Edge users. The cybercriminal campaign primarily targeted Google's browser, but one extension gained significant…
What is 'Scromiting'? ER Doctors Are Seeing it More
The painful condition, with symptoms of both screaming and vomiting, is linked to cannabis use.
President Mahama warns appointees against indiscipline and undermining government authority
President John Dramani Mahama has cautioned Ministers, Chief Executives and other government appointees to uphold discipline, accountability and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
European Stocks Fall On Geopolitical Tensions, Rate Hike Fears
(RTTNews) - European stocks closed broadly lower on Wednesday, extending recent losses, as higher oil prices, rising bond yields, worries about geopolitical tensions and prospects of interest rate…
Google Tapping A $350 Million Solar Plant Powered With Zinc Batteries
Its data centers will be the main customers for a grid-connected solar and battery plant that blends lithium packs for short-term use with 10-hour zinc modules.
Takeover: Delivery Hero recommends Uber purchase offer
With Uber's offer, Delivery Hero could change hands. The management of the Berlin-based company supports the planned takeover. The acceptance deadline is November 5.
Cashbuild’s R12.1bn growth comes at a cost
Werner de Jager, CEO at Cashbuild, discusses the company’s revenue growth, the sale of its Malawian operations and its new focus on alternative assets.
Fluke Launches Mobile Acoustic Camera For Leak Detection
(RTTNews) - Fluke Corp. announced on Wednesday that it has introduced the ii01 Acoustic Camera for Android, the first acoustic imaging tool in its iSee mobile series designed to help technicians…
Google Avoids Breakup of Ad Tech Business in Antitrust Ruling
"We’re very pleased the Court rejected the DOJ's proposal to break apart tools that help small businesses reach new customers and grow," Google's Lee-Anne Mulholland says The post Google Avoids…
- Federal judge rejects DOJ's breakup demand for Google's ad tech business
- Judge orders Google to modify business practices to address monopoly
- Google maintains ad operation crucial to digital media industry
American shoppers are so rattled by surging FDA recalls that 67% now avoid a whole food category after just one notice
From Salmonella in jalapeños to glass in fruit bars, August’s food recalls are changing how Americans shop.
Former Apple Engineers’ Physical AI Startup Lyte Raises $165M At $1.6B Valuation
Lyte, a physical AI startup building sensing and perception technology for robots, has raised a Maverick Silicon-led $165 million Series C funding at a $1.6 billion post-money valuation.
Unsolicited Proposal Submission
Unsolicited Proposal Submission NASA Unsolicited Guide NSPIRES Guidebook Guidebook for Proposers for the Preparation and Submission of Unsolicited Proposals NASA encourages the submission of unique…
Personality Is Linked to Genes, New Study Finds
The largest study of its kind has uncovered the genetic links of traits like extraversion and agreeableness.
Whether you're an introvert or extravert may decide how you should use AI
More than a century ago, the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung made introversion and extraversion central to his theory of psychological types.
Sorry, this neutrino laser won't work, physicists say
Neutrinos are pervasive yet intangible particles that permeate the universe, streaming through whole planets, stars and our bodies by the trillions each second.
Neuropsychologist finds gaps between treatment and science of ALS, dementia in her own family
For A. Campbell Sullivan, PsyD, this time it's personal. As a neuropsychologist and clinical associate professor of neurology at the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative…
Weak sea-surface temperature gradients may fuel stronger tropical cyclones
The fact that the ocean gets colder as you go deeper is fairly intuitive, but a similar gradient exists along the surface of the ocean, even at scales of 1 kilometer to tens of kilometers.
Invaders storm Indigenous Amazon land, threatening isolated people
Nearly 200 people have invaded the Ituna/Itatá Indigenous Land in Brazil’s Pará state since mid‑August, smashing through the Indigenous Affairs Agency (Funai)’s gates, tearing down warning signs and…
An autism or ADHD diagnosis without access to treatment is a hollow outcome | Letter
Helen Macdonald responds to a report by the parliamentary and health service ombudsman The parliamentary and health service ombudsman’s findings are stark and sadly familiar ( Autism and ADHD care…
Runner's high study finds cannabis-like signaling molecules rise over extreme distances
A marathon, 100 kilometers (62 miles) or even 230 kilometers (143 miles) in a single effort: Anyone running such distances puts enormous strain on their body.
Blue Origin wins $700 million contract to build NASA's next Mars orbiter
NASA has picked Blue Origin to build its next Mars telecommunications orbiter, awarding a $700 million contract to Jeff Bezos' spaceflight company.
FCTA targets 20,000 dogs, cats for rabies vaccination
The FCTA has launched a two-week mass rabies vaccination campaign targeting 20,000 dogs and cats across Abuja to prevent the deadly disease’s spread.