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The massively multiplayer online role-playing game has grown into a virtual social space and part of daily life for thousands of playersIn a small stone chapel, on the edgelands of a medieval wilderness, two women are getting married. The attenders are draped in rainbow capes, glowing armour and top hats. A scantily clad, muscular man with angel...
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NASA's Parker Solar Probe has found charged grains of dust being carried on magnetic plasma waves in the Sun's outer atmosphere, providing a new clue to the mystery of the Sun's corona is so hot.
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Microsoft is rolling out AI-powered meeting tools, new chat organisation options, and improvements to guest invitations for Teams. Among the notable features is an AI Facilitator, which is claimed to be capable of identifying knowledge gaps during meetings. Other features include AI-generated notes and dedicated sections for muted and meeting chat....
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Vivo has begun teasing the T5 Lite 5G ahead of its India launch and confirmed that the smartphone will feature a 6,500mAh battery with 44W FlashCharge support. A Flipkart microsite is now live, confirming the handset's online availability and OriginOS 6 support based on Android 16. Leaks suggest it could use a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 or Dimensity...
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Motorola Edge 70 Max will be launched in India soon, the company revealed on Tuesday. A dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphone is now live on Flipkart, confirming that the Motorola Edge 70 Max will go on sale in the country via the e-commerce platform. The microsite suggests that the handset will be equipped with a triple rear camera unit...
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Redmi Turbo 6 Max is said to be in the works. It is expected to launch in January next year. It is said to come with a 7-inch flat display with 2K resolution. It is tipped to run on a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 series chipset. It is said to come with upgrades over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max. The latter was released in January last year with a starting...
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iQOO Z11 Lite will be launched in India soon, the Vivo sub-brand confirmed on Tuesday. The company had recently started teasing the launch of a new Z series smartphone, which was earlier believed to be the standard iQOO Z11 model. A dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphone has also been made live in India, confirming that the iQOO Z11 Lite...
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Bitcoin traded above $63,000 on Tuesday after recovering from selling triggered by Strategy's BTC sale. Analysts said stronger buying demand, easing sell pressure, and a weaker US dollar supported the recovery. At the same time, investors remain focused on upcoming US inflation data and the Federal Reserve's policy outlook.
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (44 minutes ago)
With three ways to cool down and a cold plate that can lower skin temperature by up to 9C, Shark's latest fan is a standout if you can justify the cost• The best handheld fans, testedWhen I first wrote my guide to the best handheld fans in 2025, familiar electronics brands in the space were hard to come by. But, like buses, two have arrived at...
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (44 minutes ago)
Large-scale datacentre projects around the world are being challenged or cancelled, as infrastructure's energy demands ramp upDatacentre planning proposals face all kinds of hurdles, from securing energy supply to high construction costs. But the 2,000 acre Prince William Digital Gateway site in the US state of Virginia had another problem: its...
ReadFrance24 - Business & Tech (44 minutes ago)
South Korean chipmaker Samsung Electronics posted record quarterly profits Tuesday thanks to the global AI infrastructure buildout coupled with a memory chip shortage. Also in this edition, oil futures rise as tensions reignite in the Hormuz Strait and Canada commits to its biggest-ever defence contract. Finally, Cuba experiences its third...
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ECB tells banks to draw up plans against AI attacks amid disruption fears
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The native plant movement says that we can combat environmental disaster from our own backyards. Is it really so simple?
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Nintendo on Monday announced that it will begin rolling out revised versions of the Nintendo Switch 2 console and several accessories in Europe with user-replaceable batteries. The Japanese video game company will introduce its updated hardware in phases, beginning this summer. The move comes ahead of the new battery regulations issued by the...
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Samsung Galaxy A08, Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 have reportedly appeared on the BIS website. The Galaxy A08 is reportedly listed with model number SM-A085F/DS, while the Galaxy F08 is listed as SM-E085F/DS. The Galaxy M08 appeared bearing model number SM-M085F/DS. They are expected to come with dual SIM connectivity. Samsung has yet to announce an...
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A fresh leak suggests Samsung could market its upcoming clip-on earbuds as the Galaxy Buds On instead of Galaxy Buds Able. The audio device is associated with the SM-U600 model number, which differs from previous Galaxy Buds models. Earlier leaks pointed to an open-ear clip-on design and possible bone conduction technology. References to Galaxy...
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Apple started rolling out the latest iOS 27 beta 3 update on Monday. According to a report, the latest beta version of iOS 27 adds "Pace” and "Expressivity” customisations for Siri's voice. The adjustments will purportedly tweak how the voice assistant responds. The customisations might also affect how the assistant responds within Maps and...
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Virtual taekwondo is gaining popularity as a structured competitive discipline in Southeast Asia
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Synopsys to cut chip fab manufacturing control software in shift to AI design, sources say
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Google, RWE back Proxima Fusion in €411 million financing round
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Andrew Charlton says artificial intelligence 'cheating, deceiving, going their own way' – and time to get ahead of it is during testing Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastArtificial intelligence models are already "cheating, deceiving and going their own way”,...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (4 hours ago)
In the last 50 years, Britain has lost an astonishing 73 million wild birds from its landscape, according to the British Trust for Ornithology. Habitat loss, pesticides, disease, cats and the climate crisis mean there are fewer birds than ever before. For children and young people it can be difficult to appreciate the scale of the loss due to a...
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Vivo X300e has received China's 3C certification with model number V2612A. The listing indicates that the phone supports 90W fast charging. The Vivo X300e is rumoured to come with a 6.59-inch OLED flat screen with 1.5K resolution. It could run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and feature a Zeiss-branded triple camera unit including a 50-megapixel...
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Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro will be equipped with an Exynos 2700 chipset in South Korea and the EU, according to a report citing industry sources. However, in the US, the handset will reportedly be powered by an unspecified Snapdragon chip from Qualcomm. This comes soon after Samsung's President of System LSI Business, Park Yong-In, seemingly confirmed...
ReadNDTV - Tech (4 hours ago)
iQOO has teased the arrival of a new Z11 series smartphone in India, which is widely expected to be the iQOO Z11. While the global variants use the Dimensity 8500 and Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipsets, a Geekbench AI listing suggests the Indian model could feature the Dimensity 7500 with 12GB RAM and Android 16. The handset may launch later this month...
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With the launch of the iPhone 18 series anticipated for September, leaks have been providing us with a glimpse of what to expect. The lineup, which is primarily expected to comprise the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, has now surfaced in a regulatory filing in China. The listing, shared by a tipster, appears to reveal the battery capacities of...
ReadNDTV - Tech (5 hours ago)
iQOO's next flagship smartphone has been at the centre of several leaks in recent weeks. While the rumour mill previously suggested that the purported handset could make its way to India after debuting in its home market of China, a fresh claim indicates otherwise. According to a tipster, the iQOO 16 may not launch in India this year due to rising...
ReadNDTV - Tech (6 hours ago)
Microsoft announced sweeping restructuring of its Xbox gaming division on Tuesday. As part of what is described as the biggest reset in Xbox's history, the company is laying off approximately 3,200 employees and spinning off four game development studios. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma said the restructuring is aimed at simplifying operations, reducing...
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Meta says US states are seeking $1.4 trillion in penalties in August youth safety trial
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Australia's new AI Safety Institute is testing the world's most powerful models, and the government says getting ahead of the risks is now the priority.
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The move comes amid a collapsing share price and repeated allegations about his personal life, which White said he "strenuously and unequivocally” denies.
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Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (11 hours ago)
Scottish government to consider SNP national council motion for moratorium on all new datacentresThe Scottish government is about to consider a sweeping moratorium on building new datacentres, putting a key plank of the UK's AI strategy at risk.Last Sunday the Scottish National party (SNP)'s national council passed a motion to freeze all new...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (11 hours ago)
Study of more than 2,000 men identifies epigenetic changes linked to exposure to common outdoor pollutantsAir pollution appears to alter how sperm genes function, one of the largest fertility studies of its kind has found.Men exposed to common air pollutants while sperm were developing showed subtle DNA changes that affected whether genes were...
ReadSpace.com - Space (12 hours ago)
The U.S. just celebrated its 250th birthday, and the Americans living off the planet had a great view of some of the parties down below.
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Canada's first astronaut to fly to the moon is leaving the country's space agency. Jeremy Hansen announced on Monday (July 6) that he will end his full-time assignment to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and transition to being a reservist in the Royal Canadian Air Force in September. Hansen made history as the first non-American to leave low Earth...
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Six orbital launches are scheduled internationally this week. Three Falcon 9 flights are expected from…The post Launch Preview: Long March 10B and Vikram-I debut appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com.
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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 81 payloads to orbit from California early Tuesday morning (July 7), then landed on a ship at sea.
ReadSpace.com - Space (14 hours ago)
Observations of the fast-moving interstellar comet with the Very Large Telescope in Chile support similar observations made by the JWST.
ReadFrance24 - Business & Tech (14 hours ago)
A handful of OPEC+ countries have agreed to increase their output targets from August, but the cartel is fighting for its survival after the UAE's departure. Also, A French company is using the River Seine to cool down Paris's buildings. Finally, Sky says it's buying ITV's broadcast channels and streaming service for £1.6bn.
ReadThe Guardian - Science (15 hours ago)
The answer to today's puzzleEarlier today I set you this puzzle about an imaginary game show.At the end of the show two people will be chosen and each placed in a separate booth. Continue reading...
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NASA's exoplanet-hunting spacecraft TESS has a new method for detecting worlds beyond the solar system, and it is thanks to Einstein.
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Nvidia denies report its next-generation AI server faces delays, says roadmap is intact
ReadNew York Times - Technology (15 hours ago)
The birds are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures, and France's torrid June took a heavy toll.
ReadSpace.com - Space (16 hours ago)
Mysterious "little red dots" discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope could harbor buried black holes that fire high-energy neutrinos through the cosmos.
ReadYahoo News - Tech (17 hours ago)
Apple brings back card payments for Apple Account purchases in India after a four-year hiatus
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (17 hours ago)
Thousands of gaming jobs will be shed over the coming fiscal year as Microsoft continues to invest heavily in AIMicrosoft said on Monday it was eliminating about 4,800 jobs – roughly 2% of its global workforce – in a cost-cutting move that will deliver a sweeping restructuring of its struggling Xbox gaming division.The cuts include the deepest...
ReadNew York Times - Technology (17 hours ago)
Bill Frist, a surgeon who also served as Senate majority leader, has emerged as an outspoken advocate for environmental health. "A healthier planet means healthier people,” he said.
ReadSpace.com - Space (18 hours ago)
The Australian Space Agency is warning residents of Queensland to be on the lookout after metallic-looking spheres, possibly space debris, appeared on a beach.
ReadABC News - Technology (18 hours ago)
An AI program in the state of Utah has sparked a vigorous debate about the role of the technology in health care
ReadSpace.com - Space (18 hours ago)
A novel space thruster using superconducting magnets completed its first orbital tests. The technology could in the future propel spacecraft using just the power of the sun.
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Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
ReadYahoo News - Tech (18 hours ago)
Tech stocks on track for record annual inflows as investors pile into the AI trade
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Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division
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The sweeping layoffs equate to 2.1% of Microsoft's workforce, with 1,600 immediate job losses at Xbox.
ReadYahoo News - Tech (19 hours ago)
Microsoft to cut 3,200 jobs amid Xbox restructuring. 'Our business ... is not healthy.'
ReadNew York Times - Technology (19 hours ago)
The C.D.C.'s tobacco control office has been shut for more than a year. After its most prominent antismoking campaign went off the air, calls to 1-800-QUIT-NOW lines have plummeted.
ReadSpace.com - Space (20 hours ago)
Japan's Hayabusa2 asteroid probe got up close to asteroid Torifune on July 5 and captured stunning new images of the double-lobed space rock.
ReadFrance24 - Business & Tech (20 hours ago)
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela in late June have devastated seaside towns where tourism has been a vital economic lifeline for an already struggling population. Also, tanker traffic picks up through the Strait of Hormuz, and Europe seeks to convince the US that it's boosting defence spending.
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Stablecoin transaction volume climbed to a record $1.79 trillion in June, surpassing the previous monthly high set in February, according to Visa's Allium-powered analytics dashboard. The surge came despite the ongoing crypto bear market and reflected growing adoption of stablecoins for payments and cross-border transfers. USDC accounted for the...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Insta360 X6 has received FCC certification, signalling that the company's next 360-degree action camera could launch soon. According to a report, the camera has also secured approvals in the UAE and India and may debut between late August and September 2026. The X6 is expected to feature a larger CMOS sensor, support 8K 360-degree video recording...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
South Africa's Revenue Service has released draft guidance explaining how cryptocurrencies could be taxed under the country's existing Income Tax Act. The proposal outlines the tax treatment of crypto trading, swapping, spending, and donations while distinguishing between traders and investors based on their intent. The draft remains open for...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Two Xiaomi smartphones bearing model numbers 2607DRA18I and 2607DPC18I were reportedly spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification website. The former is said to be associated with the Redmi Note 17, while the 2607DPC18I could be linked with the Poco M8 Plus. The listing hints at an imminent launch in India. Both are expected to...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Vivo V80 series will be launched in India in the middle of August, a tipster claims. In terms of pricing, the Vivo V80 lineup will reportedly compete with the Oppo Reno 16, which was recently launched in India at a starting price of Rs. 61,999 for the base variant, featuring 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The Vivo V80 series will reportedly be...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Huawei, through X, announced that it will host a product launch event on July 14 to launch the Pura 90 series globally. The launch event, named NowIsYourMoment, will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Huawei launched the Pura 90, Pura 90 Pro, and Pura 90 Pro Max smartphones in the Chinese market in April. They run on the company's in-house Kirin...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Vivo has introduced the G5i and G5z smartphones in China with identical specifications. Both models feature a 6.75-inch 120Hz LCD screen, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, up to 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. They also include a 50-megapixel rear camera, a 7,200mAh battery with 44W fast charging, stereo speakers, NFC, IP68 and IP69...
ReadNDTV - Tech (20 hours ago)
Nothing Ear 3a has surfaced in a fresh leak ahead of its expected launch. Official-looking renders reveal four colour options, a transparent charging case and an in-ear design with replaceable ear tips. The report also points to 12mm drivers, LDAC and Hi-Res Audio Wireless support, along with touch controls for call recording and audio snapshots....
ReadSpace.com - Space (20 hours ago)
Following their return to Earth from a 10-day journey around the moon and back in April, NASA's Artemis II astronauts headed to Capitol Hill.
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Even Realities raises $150M, hits $1B valuation with smart glasses
ReadYahoo News - Tech (21 hours ago)
Tech stocks live: SpaceX stock gets its next catalyst, Samsung earnings on deck
ReadNew York Times - Technology (21 hours ago)
Some of the nation's top research universities are shrinking doctoral programs because of uncertain federal funding.
ReadSpace.com - Space (21 hours ago)
We could see robots working on NASA's Habitable Worlds Observatory out in space.
ReadSpace.com - Space (22 hours ago)
Astronomers have detected radio signals coming from a long-dead neutron star known as the 'Blue Eye Pulsar' after searching for decades.
ReadYahoo News - Tech (22 hours ago)
Hedge funds dumped chip stocks for a fourth week as AI shares sold off
ReadYahoo News - Tech (22 hours ago)
Italy reshapes national cloud company as Leonardo, Poste target control, sources say
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (23 hours ago)
Researchers say small changes in drafting could spread rapidly and create long-term shifts in public opinionAI tools are twisting online messages on sensitive political topics about everything from abortion to climate change in ways that could snowball to reshape long-term public opinion, experts have said.As tech companies push AI tools as...
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (23 hours ago)
FCA's review into how tech will reshape financial services warns about amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraudMinisters have been urged to toughen the City regulator's powers to protect consumers against the potential risks of AI, according to a landmark review.The Mills review by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which looked at how AI will...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (23 hours ago)
As the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum turns 50, an expansive exhibition celebrates how art has coincided with spaceWearing a shiny silver spacesuit, Alan Shepard clutches his helmet and looks like an archetypal blue-eyed American hero. The 1961 portrait by Bruce Stevenson paid tribute to the first US astronaut in space. It also planted...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (23 hours ago)
Study finds those who speak two languages have brains that appear around six years younger than those who speak oneLearning another language could slow ageing in the brain by up to 13 years, according to research.People who speak more than one language seem to have younger brains and the more languages you speak and the earlier you speak them, the...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (23 hours ago)
A probability puzzleUPDATE: Read the solution hereToday's puzzle imagines a TV game show.The compere announces that at the end of the show two people will be chosen and each placed in a separate booth. Continue reading...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (23 hours ago)
Cluster might look like a mini version of the Plough unless you grab your binocularsIn the early hours of 11 July, the waning crescent moon will be gliding past the beautiful Pleiades star cluster, which is also known as M45 or the Seven Sisters.The chart shows the view looking east-north-east from London at 3am BST. By then, the sky will getting...
ReadNDTV - Tech (23 hours ago)
The Amazon Prime Day Sale in India has entered its last day. This means shoppers have till tonight to purchase all of the products on their wishlist at highly discounted prices. If you've been planning an upgrade, Amazon Prime Day 2026 is offering discounts across several leading AC brands, including Panasonic, LG, Carrier, Blue Star, Samsung,...
ReadNDTV - Tech (23 hours ago)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 series will be equipped with a different hinge than its predecessor, according to a tipster. The folding and unfolding action on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are said to be "more decisive”, the leaker added. This means that users will not be able to easily hold the book-style foldables at...
ReadNDTV - Tech (23 hours ago)
Apple has resumed support for credit and debit card payments for App Store and iCloud transactions in India. The move marks a return of the payment methods in the country after nearly five years. The Cupertino-based tech giant had removed support for card payments in 2021 after the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) card tokenisation mandate came into...
ReadNDTV - Tech (23 hours ago)
Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026 is entering its final day with discounts on Bluetooth speakers, party speakers and soundbars from brands such as JBL, Sony, boAt, Marshall, Zebronics and Sonos. Prime members can also avail a 10 percent instant discount using eligible SBI and Axis Bank cards, along with additional Amazon Pay cashback on select payment...
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (24 hours ago)
I used to think my phone helped me to relax. But setting strict limits on my usage has improved my mood and my relationshipsI am a psychotherapist who works with frazzled, snappy parents, and spend my days writing about why we struggle to find calm. I also used to pick up my phone hundreds of times a day, failing to realise that it was making me a...
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Ninety percent of the world's population could glimpse asteroid Apophis during its once-in-a-millennium close approach to Earth in 2029.
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Redmi is reportedly developing a smartphone with a 7-inch display for a future lineup. A tipster claims the company is also testing a 6.59-inch Pro model. The latest leak builds on earlier reports that mentioned a 7-inch Redmi phone with a 10,000mAh battery, a 2K display and a high refresh rate. The rumoured device could become one of the largest...
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Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026 ends at midnight. Before the sale event concludes, you can best deals on refrigerators from reputable brands, like Samsung, Haier, LG, and Bosch. For reference, you can get your hands on a side-by-side Samsung refrigerator with 653L capacity at a discounted price of Rs. 61,740, instead of its listed price of Rs. 1,21,000,...
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Huawei Mate XT 2 and Huawei Mate X8 are said to be in the works. The Huawei Mate XT 2 is tipped to feature a new folding design. The Huawei Mate X8 is said to sport an 8.15-inch inner display and a 6.5-inch cover screen. The camera unit of the phone is said to include a 1/1.3-inch primary camera sensor, a periscope sensor, and a new multispectral...
ReadNew York Times - Technology (A day ago)
Popular communication methods for nonspeaking autistic people have ignited a fierce debate over what counts as evidence of hidden cognitive abilities.
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Xiaomi's Civi series is a lifestyle-oriented smartphone lineup that focuses on delivering a combination of good cameras while retaining slim and attractive designs. In recent months, there have been conflicting reports about the future of the lineup, with leaks alternately suggesting the next-generation model had either been cancelled or was still...
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Amazon Prime Day 2026 is scheduled to end tonight. The ongoing sale offers discounts of up to 80 percent on laptops. Popular models from brands like Acer, Asus, Dell and HP are listed with price cuts in the sale. Buyers can also avail exchange offers and no-cost EMI offers. Further, shoppers with select bank cards can avail up to 10 percent...
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Apple could be developing a new smart wearable with the codename B790, as references to the device have reportedly been spotted in an iOS 27 system prompt. The system prompt further reveals that the device will be equipped with two cameras, placed on either side of the user's head, "left first, right second”. Additionally, the references to...
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Bitcoin traded near $63,000 on Monday after spot Bitcoin ETFs snapped a multi-day outflow streak, and improving on-chain indicators strengthened investor sentiment. Major altcoins also advanced as the broader crypto market recovered from last week's weakness. Analysts, however, cautioned that upcoming US inflation data, Federal Reserve minutes, and...
ReadDeutsche Welle - Science (A day ago)
After a yearlong flight of a billion kilometers, a Chinese space probe is set to take samples from an asteroid. The mission is part of what President Xi Jinping calls the country's "space dream."
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Prediction markets, based on the idea that anybody can profit from predicting the outcome of an event, are about to make their way to Canada. But research suggests only a fraction of sophisticated users reap the benefits due to their extensive knowledge of finance, economics and computer skills that average users can't compete with.
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Samsung's upcoming Galaxy F70 Pro has appeared on the Bluetooth SIG database ahead of its expected launch. The listing confirms the model number SM-E476B/DS and points to dual SIM support and the global 5G variant. The handset was previously spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards website in May. According to a report, it could share most of its...
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Specifications of the Vivo X300e have leaked online. This upcoming X300 series phone is tipped to feature a 6.59-inch OLED flat screen with 1.5K resolution. It could run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and is said to feature a triple rear camera unit headlined by a 50-megapixel primary camera. The Vivo X300e is tipped to carry a 50-megapixel...
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Apple has been rumoured to expand its next-generation iPhone lineup beyond the traditional launch window of September. While it is widely believed to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra later this year, the iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and the iPhone Air successor are slated to arrive in early 2027. Although the tech giant has...
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The iPhone Ultra, Apple's first foldable smartphone, will not be available for pre-order or go on sale before the fourth quarter of 2026, TF International Security analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims, citing an industry survey. This year's iPhone Ultra, which is said to arrive as Apple's first foldable handset, will also reportedly see limited early...
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Exclusive: Government and developers privately acknowledged Lanarkshire datacentre site had power provision 'issue''It's smoke and mirrors': hope turns to fear in Scottish village chosen for AI datacentreWhat are Britain's AI growth zones and are the plans feasible or 'complete bunk'?A landmark AI development billed as delivering jobs and...
ReadThe Guardian - Technology (A day ago)
Suspicions grow in Lanarkshire that local people have been misled on supposed benefits of the huge developmentRevealed: landmark Scottish AI project has no prospect of meeting renewables promiseWhat are Britain's AI growth zones and are the plans feasible or 'complete bunk'?The promise was that a Scottish community would be transformed by massive...
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Premium Bluetooth noise-cancelling cans combine comfort with extensive connectivity and a user-replaceable batterySennheiser's latest Momentum Bluetooth headphones build on the German audio specialist's renowned sound quality with improved noise cancelling, exceptional comfort and a user-replaceable battery to keep pace with rivals.The Momentum 5s...
ReadDeutsche Welle - Science (A day ago)
Think of quasars as time machines. Rare but revealing. They are light from the beginnings of the universe that let astronomers investigate how early galaxies formed.
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This humanoid robotics company is going public, but its CEO isn't promising a robot in your home anytime soon
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Vivo Y500 4G has been launched in select global markets. The new 4G-only Vivo Y series handset is currently available for purchase via the Vivo Pakistan online store. The smartphone is offered in two colour options, namely Midnight Blue and Pearl White. The Vivo Y500 4G is backed by an 8,100mAh battery. It is equipped with a dual rear camera unit,...
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Motorola has revealed the key specifications of the Moto G77 Power through its India listing ahead of the July 8 launch. The handset will be available in 4GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB variants with four Pantone colour options. It will feature a 120Hz LCD panel, MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset, Android 16, a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup, a...
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Galaxy Flip 8 are likely to be launched later this month. While the launch date remains a mystery, the price details of the foldable family and the Galaxy Watch 9 have leaked online. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is said to start at EUR 1,999 (roughly Rs. 2,17,000) for the 256GB model. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will...
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The iPhone 18 series is expected to launch later this year, and rumours so far suggest the lineup could include the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra. Meanwhile, the vanilla iPhone 18 is slated to debut next year. According to an analyst, the standard model will receive a modest RAM upgrade over the current iPhone 17 to support...
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The Xiaomi 18 series is rumoured to have been in development for quite some time. Recent leaks have revealed key display and camera upgrades expected on the Xiaomi 18 Pro. Now, fresh details about the rumoured Xiaomi 18 Pro Max have surfaced online. A new leak from a tipster suggests that the purported handset could bring notable improvements in...
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Race to develop 'embodied AI' focuses on creating dextrous hands to transform humanoid robots from gimmicks into useful productsHuman hands – nimble, nerve-filled appendages that are the most flexible part of the human skeleton – are exceptionally complex. Many tasks that most people can do largely without thinking, from tying a pair of...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (2 days ago)
Polling shows that the public supports this new technology, but the conversation must move beyond simple questions of safetyEver since Crispr-Cas9 gene-editing technology emerged in the early 2010s, ethical questions around genetically altered humans, so-called designer babies, have become increasingly urgent. There is already a worldwide legal...
ReadCollectSpace - Space (2 days ago)
When an Artemis mission lands with the next astronauts to explore the surface of the moon, they will mark their success in part by deploying the United States' flag revealed on America's 250th birthday. The red, white and blue banner was flown over the U.S. Capitol before being presented to Apollo 17 lunar module pilot Harrison Schmitt and the...
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Exclusive: Foreign secretary warns of combined risks of AI, climate crisis, irregular migration and foreign interferenceArtificial intelligence poses a "Hiroshima”-style risk to humanity if governments do not agree to curb how it is developed, the foreign secretary has warned.Yvette Cooper urged countries, including the US and China, to agree...
ReadThe Guardian - Science (2 days ago)
Humans have long sought to geoengineer the Earth's environment. Tim Flannery outlines a few of the wildest ideas from the 20th centuryAn increasing number of scientists think we have let the climate crisis fester for so long that our only hope to stave off ever-intensifying catastrophes is to use technological interventions. Cloud brightening,...
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A new rover prototype is teaching NASA scientists how to design robots that can think for themselves and navigate terrain that would leave old rovers stuck in the lunar or Martian dust.
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Chinese tech giant Alibaba has ordered staff to stop using Anthropic's Claude Code after the US coding tool was found to be flagging users' connecting from China. But Anthropic is already trying to stop Chinese firms from using Claude at all and accuses Alibaba of running large "distillation" campaigns against it, saying that the Chinese giant...
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They had the power! Saturday morning cartoons introduced many kids to science fiction... and toys, lots and lots of toys
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Finding that Norfolk butterfly has been distinct subspecies for 200,000 years could transform conservation approachThe endangered swallowtail butterfly Papilio machaon britannicus, which is only regularly found breeding in Britain on the Norfolk Broads, has been a distinct subspecies for at least 200,000 years, according to a study.Smaller, darker...
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Nothing Phone 4b is set to launch in India on July 7 as the first smartphone in the company's new B series. Nothing has confirmed the launch date, Snapdragon processor, Glyph Bar interface and an RCB Edition. Reports suggest the handset could feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, up to 8GB RAM, a 50-megapixel dual...
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A project studying the impacts of biting insects in the Kitikmeot region is entering its third year. So far, a researcher says, the program has found that insects are emerging earlier because of warming temperatures, and in greater variety.
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The neurobiologist Erich Jarvis studies the few species capable of speech. He has long hoped to genetically engineer an animal that can make new calls.
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From A Coruña and Bilbao to Madrid and Zaragoza, here's where to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, in some of Spain's biggest cities.
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Jeff Bezos Is Seeking Outside Investors for Blue Origin for the First Time in the Company's 25-Year History
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The neurobiologist Erich Jarvis studies the few species capable of speech. He has long hoped to genetically engineer an animal that can make new calls.
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If you've been waiting for the right time to upgrade your TV, Amazon Prime Day 2026 offers sizeable discounts across brands such as Samsung, Sony, Xiaomi, TCL, LG, Philips, Vu, and Lumio. A 55-inch TV is usually the sweet spot for most living rooms. It offers an immersive viewing experience without taking up too much space. So, whether you're...
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The Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026 is currently live in India till July 6. Commemorating the 10th anniversary of the sale event, the e-commerce giant has introduced deals on a wide range of products, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, home appliances, and other consumer electronics. If you've been planning to buy a new laptop, Amazon Prime Day...
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A decade after the original Google Home, smart speakers have become pedestrian appliances rather than exciting advancements. Adding Gemini doesn't change that.
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In the last few years, gaming laptops have become increasingly accessible in India. Once reserved for premium machines, dedicated GPUs, high-refresh-rate displays, and fast SSDs have become commonplace under Rs. 80,000. So, if you're looking for a gaming laptop without stretching your budget, here are some of the best options currently available in...
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Streaming is one of the main ways people consume entertainment today. While most modern smart TVs come with built-in apps, there are dedicated streaming devices also available, offering faster performance, longer software support, smoother navigation, and access to a wider ecosystem of services. So, if you've been planning to upgrade your old TV,...
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Cooling down has become political amid record highs, as experts say row is distracting from work of protecting livesAs the afternoon heat rose to a dizzying 41.7C (107F) in eastern Brandenburg on Sunday, taking German temperatures to unprecedented highs, Mario, 65, took precautions but did not panic. Two years ago, a fierce heatwave had prompted...
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Smartphones are becoming increasingly expensive. Rising memory and storage component costs continue to push retail prices higher across the industry. This has caused several brands to hike the prices of their handsets, making it harder to find a capable smartphone on a budget. Thus, Amazon Prime Day 2026 could be one of the last opportunities to...
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With Amazon Prime Day 2026 entering its second day in India, there are discounts live across smartphones, laptops, wearables, and other consumer electronics. If you've been planning to upgrade your smartphone, this could be a good opportunity, as handset prices continue to climb due to rising component costs. Xiaomi and Redmi have announced offers...
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Amazon Prime Day 2026 has entered its second day in India. The e-commerce giant's annual sale event brings discounts across smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, home appliances, and audio devices. Shoppers can also take advantage of instant bank discounts, exchange offers, and no-cost EMI benefits to take home products at considerably lower prices than...
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Smartphones are becoming increasingly expensive. Rising memory and storage component costs continue to push retail prices higher across the industry. This has caused several brands to hike the prices of their handsets, making it harder to find a capable smartphone on a budget. Thus, Amazon Prime Day 2026 could be one of the last opportunities to...
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Here's our list of the five best phones under Rs. 30,000 in India for content creators. These models excel in camera features, display quality, performance, and battery life. All these models offer 5G connectivity and are available in different colour options. Our picks include Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G, Motorola Edge 70 Fusion, OnePlus Nord CE 6,...
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Most of the major telecom service providers in India allow subscribers to check 5G network coverage in their area. Airtel, Vi, and Jio have dedicated network coverage portals, which provide colour-coded coverage interactive maps. If you know which service provider offers a 5G network in your area, you can simply choose the plan of that particular...
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Update in England expected to reach about 200,000 patients over the next year as part of £10bn package to overhaul NHS systemsThe NHS will begin using AI on its app to direct patients to the appropriate services, it has been announced.The tool will be used to triage patients and to ascertain if they should be allocated a GP appointment. Some may...
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Vast Space's Haven-1 station is on track to launch in Q1 2027, having achieved several…The post Vast’s Haven-1 continues to advance through milestones ahead of planned 2027 launch appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com.
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Exclusive: With the technology fast becoming popular in GP surgeries, regulators are monitoring its implementation and potential pitfallsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe federal health department has raised concerns about the use of AI scribes by doctors as the...
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He provided the first convincing evidence that cancerous tumors develop from a single mutated cell and later helped expose contamination by cells taken from Henrietta Lacks.
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As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, our Space.com team took a look back at American advances in space since 1776, and where we might be headed.
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Here's Why The Latest Rocket Lab Acquisition Could Shake Up The Entire Space Economy
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On Episode 217 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik discuss the progression of American space efforts.
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Humanity made some halting steps toward flight over the centuries, but our species was still firmly rooted on the ground when the United States of America was born on July 4, 1776.
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Exclusive: £20bn of 'potential' £30bn AI investment touted by UK ministers appears to have been hypotheticalIt was to be the biggest undertaking in Britain for OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. Stargate UK – a multibillion-pound UK datacentre project – would represent "a major step forward in the US-UK technology partnership”.But the...
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The Osoyoos Forest Nursery located near Oliver, B.C, is owned by the Osoyoos Indian Band. The operation is the band's first green project and it is expected to produce millions of tree seedlings every year. Those seedlings will go towards restoring and reforesting areas hard hit by wildfires.
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As the U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday, here's what Benjamin Franklin and other colonists would have seen when they looked up on July 4, 1776.
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Shifting demands and political ideology have left the industry vulnerable to global competition from cheap Chinese carsEarlier this month, an intriguing new Detroit-based electric vehicle startup hit the market – Slate Auto, a Jeff Bezos-backed venture offering something US buyers rarely see these days – a pick up truck billed as...
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Amazon Prime Day Sale 2026 is offering the best deals on a range of large home appliances, including washing machines, air conditioners, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, and kitchen chimneys. Appliances from reputable brands like Samsung, Faber, LG, Haier, and Bosch are currently up for grabs via the e-commerce site with bank discounts,...
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