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The AI promise was automation. The reality? Managing digital workers

When artificial intelligence agents first arrived, they came with a tantalising promise: autonomous “digital workers” that would finally free humans from corporate drudgery. As businesses across Asia are discovering, however, the reality is quite the opposite – more work, new friction and a whole new layer of management.

AI

J Mascis has nothing better to do

Dinosaur Jr. frontman J Mascis is known as something of a slacker guitar god. He stands stoically onstage, barely moving, as he seemingly effortlessly works through deft guitar solos and lopsided…

Business

I spent a 4-day Amtrak trip working remotely so I wouldn't waste any PTO. I underestimated how difficult it would be.

I worked remotely while on a long Amtrak trip. The internet was spotty, but I loved working in the café car and the lounges in the train stations.

  • Laura worked remotely for four days on Amtrak from Washington, DC to Vancouver.
  • Unreliable internet forced her to download documents and prepare work essentials beforehand.
  • She faced challenges with power outlets and WiFi in the café car and coach.

Culture

Lithuania Suspects Russia After Attack on Starlink Equipment

Lithuanian authorities have opened an investigation after an attempted arson attack targeted a company storing Starlink equipment.

  • Lithuania accuses Russia of attempted arson at Starlink facility.
  • Incendiary liquids found near site, failed due to security.
  • Investigation launched by Lithuanian authorities.

Science

Scientists discover a natural compound that could protect the brain from too much salt

Eating too much salt may do more than raise blood pressure. It could also harm memory and social behavior. In a new study, Japanese researchers discovered that a soy-derived compound called LPC70…

  • Scientists discover LPC70 compound from soy to protect brain from excessive salt.
  • LPC70 improves blood pressure and memory in mice on high-salt diet.
  • Study reveals LPC70 selectively promotes brain-protective prostaglandin signaling.

Science

Physicists create a bizarre new quantum state called a fractional fermi sea

Physicists have discovered a strange new state of quantum matter in which ultracold atoms defy familiar organizational rules, forming a highly excited yet surprisingly orderly configuration called a…

  • Physicists discover fractional Fermi sea in ultracold cesium atoms
  • Researchers from CNRS and Université Paris-Dauphine engineered unique state
  • Fractional Fermi sea exhibits hidden order and unusual mathematical patterns

Health & Medicine

Pope Leo XIV makes first public appearance after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV has made his first public appearance since undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous lung nodule, thanking the faithful for their prayers and saying he will gradually resume his duties.

  • Pope Leo XIV made first public appearance post lung cancer surgery.
  • Addressed pilgrims in St Peter’s Square on October 18, 2026.
  • Underwent surgery to remove nodule from right lung, diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma.

Health & Medicine

The dark side of optimizing fertility

We live in an era of endless optimization. Fitness trackers help us measure our lifespan, people are consuming piles of protein in an attempt to be their best selves, and there’s even an urge to maximize our morality. In a world of constant self-improvement, it’s no wonder that journey has reached our attempts at reproduction. […]

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