rss: npr

  • War in Iran costs $29 billion so far. And, students are finally improving in math
    Pentagon officials told Congress they estimate the war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far. And, a new Education Scorecard shows U.S. students are improving in math.
  • Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile
    Russia test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile as part of efforts to modernize its nuclear forces. The nuclear-armed Sarmat missile would enter combat service at the end of the year.
  • Japanese snack packages turning black-and-white as Iran war depletes ink supply
    The packaging on some snacks is turning black-and-white, as the war in Iran disrupts the supply of an ingredient used in colored ink. Calbee's chips originally came in a bright-orange bag.
  • Some Minneapolis donors have moved on. The immigrants waiting for help haven't
    During Operation Metro Surge, mutual aid efforts raised millions of dollars. But with most agents gone and increasing fatigue from the community, funds are drying up and people are moving on. Immigrants are not.
  • An intimate look at one military family's life on pause as the Iran war continues
    Military life has always involved some degree of uncertainty. But for many families, the fear and unknowns that come with the Iran war are new territory.
  • How the Trump administration has undermined the fight against public corruption
    At least 15 former elected officials and co-conspirators with corruption offenses have been pardoned by President Trump in the last year, undermining the fight against public corruption.
  • Short flights are popular. Will they last?
    Some flights are less than 100 miles, and they're the backbone of the U.S. air system, linking small towns and big cities. But short routes were in decline even before jet fuel costs spiked.
  • Is the U.S. slipping into 'Competitive Authoritarianism?'
    What form of government do we have in America now? Some scholars say it is no longer liberal democracy, but "competitive authoritarianism." NPR's Frank Langfitt explains the term and its origin.
  • French hantavirus patient is critically ill as outbreak grows to 11
    A French woman infected in the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship is critically ill and being treated with an artificial lung. The outbreak has now reached 11 total reported cases, 9 of which have been confirmed.
  • $4.8M settlement reached over Louisiana traffic stop death, AP sources say
    Louisiana officials have agreed to a tentative $4.8 million settlement with the family of Ronald Greene, a Black motorist who died during a violent roadside arrest carried out by five white officers.


rss: bbc

  • The King's Speech at a glance
    The monarch has outlined the government's plans for new laws in the next session of Parliament.
  • Watch: Pomp and ceremony as King delivers speech in Parliament
    King Charles III has unveiled the government's agenda in a speech to Parliament.
  • Starmer must go before next election, say Labour-backing unions
    Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to get on with governing despite pressure from his MPs and cabinet splits.
  • Standards watchdog launches probe into £5m Farage gift
    Parliamentary Standards Commissioner has decided to begin an inquiry into Reform leader Nigel Farage, the BBC understands.
  • 'Ciao Kate': Crowds cheer Catherine's comeback tour to Italy
    The Princess of Wales travels to Reggio Emilia, to learn about its approach to early years education.
  • Passengers held on cruise ship in France after gastroenteritis outbreak
    The ship set sail from Belfast on Friday and is currently at a port in Bordeaux.
  • Posh sandwich has more salt than nearly five cheeseburgers
    Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a "hidden health risk every time they buy lunch".
  • Eurovision boss: 'We're watching the voting very carefully'
    Martin Green says attempts to influence voters will be taken seriously, but stops short of sanctions.
  • Alex's mum abducted him as a boy. Now he's ready to talk to her again
    Alex Batty reveals all about his abduction and life on the run in a new BBC documentary.
  • Margot Robbie backs Tudor play 1536: 'Women are still having the same conversations'
    The acclaimed Tudor-set play is co-produced by the Barbie actor, and focuses on working-class women in Essex as rumours about the execution of Anne Boleyn spread.


rss: the register

  • London cops hail fixed facial recognition cams after suspects collared every 35 mins
    Croydon trial helped secure 173 arrests, though civil liberties groups remain unconvinced
  • Linux gains more critical Windows apps: 3D Movie Maker and Space Cadet Pinball
    Further demonstrating its role as industry default OS the versatility of modern porting tools
  • dBase debased: Database titan fades to black after 47 years
    Blog post mourning decline appears to have helped knock what was left of the veteran app's online presence offline
  • This browser add-in doesn't just hide ads, it tells you to OBEY
    Chromium extension swaps promos for John Carpenter-style subliminal slogans
  • SAP U-turn brings AI features to ECC and on-prem S/4HANA
    CEO says there is 'no confusion at all' after cloud-only innovation plan drew flak
  • ZTE advances intelligent network monetization strategy at AGC2026, empowering ISPs for sustainable growth
    Leveraging 10G PON, light OTN, and Wi-Fi 7 to modernize infrastructure and reduce operational costs for local operators
  • Civil servants to protest outside Capita AGM over pension shambles
    Union demands government strips outsourcer of contract after delays, bereavement failures, and data breach
  • ZTE hosts 2026 Broadband User Congress in São Paulo, under the Theme "Monetize Your Intelligent Broadband"
    Empowering operators to move beyond basic connectivity with next-gen AI and ODN systems
  • ZTE and MediaTek unveil Tri-band Wi-Fi 7, targeting a relatively unexplored premium niche in Brazil
    Empowering Brazilian ISPs with next-gen Wi-Fi 7 infrastructure
  • AI will soon be capable of telling convincing lies
    That's fine when playing poker, but less useful when we trust LLMs with serious work like finding software flaws


rss: ars technica

  • Could this be the moment that drug manufacturing takes off in orbit?
    "I do think it's a really good historical moment for the space industry."
  • The newest AI boom pitch: Host a mini data center at your home
    The plan aims to speed up AI compute deployment while compensating residents.
  • FDA chief resigns after Trump admin forced approval of fruity e-cigs
    Makary reportedly spent his year bucking Trump admin and making industry enemies.
  • Twin brothers wipe 96 gov't databases minutes after being fired
    A case study in why credentials are revoked before firings.
  • “Will I be OK?” Teen died after ChatGPT pushed deadly mix of drugs, lawsuit says
    Teen trusted ChatGPT to help him “safely” experiment with drugs, logs show.
  • Microsoft will lean on your CPU to speed up Windows 11's apps and animations
    "All modern operating systems do this, including macOS and Linux."
  • eBay rejects GameStop's $56B offer: "Your proposal is neither credible nor attractive"
    eBay board doubts GameStop's ability to buy and operate the much larger firm.
  • Google's Android-powered laptops are called Googlebooks, and they're coming this year
    Google has revealed its vision for the AI laptop of tomorrow.
  • Android is getting a big AI overhaul in 2026
    Google has big plans for Android in 2026, and most of it is AI.
  • Amazon employees are "tokenmaxxing" due to pressure to use AI tools
    Workers are using an internal AI tool to automate non-essential tasks.


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