Science
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Scottish scientists develop tiny glass chip to help telescopes study distant stars
A glass chip developed at Heriot-Watt University has been used in observations at California’s CHARA Array, combining light from multiple telescopes to study fainter stars.
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This Was the Most Fun I've Had Reviewing a Mouse In a Long Time
With a tactile dongle for on-the-fly customization and a metal chassis, the Wallhack M-001 is the most fun I've had reviewing a gaming mouse in a long time.
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Windows
Discover more about Windows with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots, and machine learning: News, R&D, and more
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US military gives Elon Musk’s SpaceX access to sensitive tracking data
This gives the company an advantage in tracking objects in orbit, raising national security concerns and fears of greater control over the space industry
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New treatment could shrink tumours for those with complex and aggressive cancers
Researchers involved in the study said the treatment could ‘transform outcomes’
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Scientists Trapped an Antimatter Particle for Months to Study Its Secrets
These elusive and reactive particles have been challenging to hold on to and even more challenging to study, but a new method paves the way for tests on the differences between matter and antimatter.
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Are you a Breaking Bad fan? Prove it with this quiz that covers the entire Gilliverse
Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, El Camino, more; we'll find out how much you know about the Gilliverse.
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Awards for trio of innovators exploring fresh fields
Three farmers from the region have been heralded as exemplars after winning national accolades recognising their innovative practices.
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'This is the bit where the comet hits the earth and the dinosaurs die:' Tim Sweeney revisits scathing 26-year-old eulogy for beloved studio Looking Glass
Sweeney's assessment of the games industry in the 2000s hits close to home today, but I still hold out hope that the future can be better.
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Data Centers
Discover more about Data Centers with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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What the US Movement Against Data Centers Can Learn From Abroad
Paris Marx, author of Hyperscale, has been tracking global data center development for years. The US has a lot to learn from what’s happened everywhere from Ireland to New Zealand.
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Oil Spills Wreak Havoc on the Bottom of the Ocean, Even a Decade Later
While oil is known to float, new research finds that over time it can permeate even extremely deep marine habitats, with animal populations declining by as much as 80 percent.
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Make Your Phone Hot. Here’s How to Keep It Cool
Powering a car dashboard is more demanding on your handset than you might think. These tips will save battery life and help your phone chill out.
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We Linked 150 of Ikea’s $10 Speakers to Make a Wall of Sound
WIRED attempts what even the Swedish brand hasn’t: making a sonic monolith using scores of the cheapest Bluetooth speakers on the market. Can you have too much of a small thing?
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The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever
Apple will reportedly launch an innovative new MacBook next week, which means existing options have their largest discount yet.
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Tech Industry
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All of the new driving licence rules introduced in October
The changes come after the government announced in January that learner drivers in England and Wales could face a wait of six months between sitting their theory and practical tests
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I Tried a High-Tech Package Locker Before the Holiday Shopping Rush
Hyve’s smart porch lockbox can secure incoming gifts—if your delivery driver uses it and there’s still room inside.
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New research suggests quitting alcohol changes the brain. Here’s how
Addiction researchers believe the brain changes that occur during abstinence may increase a person’s risk of relapse
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Ukraine war live: Elon Musk accuses Kyiv of breaching Starlink rules
Ukraine said that the Starlink satellite system and its military version Starshield were now fully functional
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Heart experts say one drink can cut blood pressure 'like medication'
Blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the silent killer as it can go completely undetected until it's caused serious problems
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New mRNA Vaccine Reduces Risk of Melanoma Recurrence by Over 40 Percent
The vaccine is personalized to a patient’s tumor, and results from the Phase 3 trial are yet another example of the promise of mRNA vaccines in treating cancer.
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Virtual Reality
Discover more about Virtual Reality with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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'The beginning of The Matrix': Unitree is developing an AI system that will let humanoid robots self-improve — and Tesla should be worried
We've got robotics updates from Unitree, Tesla, and Figure, as the companies announce their latest progress.
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Data Centers
Discover more about Data Centers with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Tech Industry
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Ukraine’s military says Starlink satellite connection stable after recent restrictions
Volodymyr Zelenskyy offers thanks to US allies for restoring system key to air defence and ‘frontline logistics’
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Maps
Discover more about Map Software and Apps with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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The PHP Meltdown Shows How AI Makes Bugs More Exploitable
Security researchers used AI tools to help uncover years-old vulnerabilities in the PHP web scripting language. Then the AI-assisted attacks began.
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Star Wars Galaxies just got another massive update thanks to its community Restoration project, including a huge visual upgrade and a refurb to the Wookiees' home planet
"We asked everyone: work on something that they loved about Galaxies, and showcase that to the world."
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Two powerful earthquakes strike off coast of Vanuatu
A tsunami warning came soon after the quakes
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Inside the Supermassive Debate Over the James Webb Telescope’s ‘Little Red Dots’
The Webb telescope sees tiny red dots everywhere. Astronomers can’t agree on what they are, but some believe they may be enormous stars with black holes inside.
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12 Absolutely Banging Proper Watches Under $400
WIRED and its panel of watch experts hunted for real mechanical timepieces at rock-bottom prices and found a wealth of options. Here are our favorites.
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I’ve Tested Dozens of Couches. The One I Kept Is on Sale
The Joybird Eliot Sleeper, plus hundreds of other options, are up to 40 percent off during the brand’s Semiannual sale.
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University vice-chancellor to step down after 20 years
Professor Bob Cryan, who has served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Huddersfield since January 2007, will leave the post in February 2027.
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9 Unique Apps to Try on the iPhone Duo
Apple’s first folding phone is inspiring indie developers to create fun, quirky apps that take advantage of the screen and the hinge. Here are a few to try as you explore the Duo.
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Kids Will Love This Interactive Wooden Soundstage
This screen-free soundstage starter kit opens a world of audio fun for kids aged 3 years and up.
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New Pentagon UFO files reveal mystery ‘black triangle’ over sensitive US site
The observers described it to be as fast as a fighter jet but it had ‘no visible exhaust gases’, newly releases files reveal
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Meta Finally Ditched the Cameras—and Made Its Best Smart Glasses Yet
No cameras? No problem. Ditching the surveillance baggage makes Meta’s audio-only frames surprisingly easy to live with.
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NASA adopting Apollo’s urgency to build a moon base and land astronauts within two years
NASA is moving fast on its plans to build a moon base and return astronauts to the lunar surface in as little as two years
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Revival Rugs Is Offering 20 Percent Off Everything for Its Birthday Sale
Revival is celebrating its ninth birthday with a sitewide discount—and it’s stackable. Shop the latest rug deals before the sale ends October 25.
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NATO jammers will block out GPS for miles around — and they could be the secret weapon in the next big conflict
After three years of Russian GPS jamming over Europe's eastern flank, NATO has decided its crews need to train against the real thing
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US designates helium as critical amid European supply squeeze
The US has declared helium a critical material as war in the Middle East and export curbs by Russia and China squeeze global supplies of a gas vital to chipmaking, leaving Europe scrambling to secure its share.
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Could This Samsung Flip8 Be Your Last Chance to Snag a Small Foldable Smartphone?
Samsung’s cute compact is for those who want the smallest possible phone. Performance and camera are solid, but it’s pricier than its predecessor.
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Body temperature may drive the higher risk of autoimmune conditions in women
Autoimmune conditions are much more common in women than men, which could partly be due to the fluctuating body temperatures that occur during the menstrual cycle and menopause
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Tsunami alert issued in Italy after 12 earthquakes hit Mediterranean coastline
The first earthquake struck at 11:40am on Friday with a magnitude of 3.3
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Personalised cancer vaccine expected to be approved next year
A bespoke vaccine that is tailored to target an individual's unique skin cancer reduced rates of recurrence or death in a late-stage trial, making an approval expected
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These Smart Bird Feeders Make Great Gifts. They’re Already on Sale
Get a head start on holiday shopping with early Black Friday discounts on Birdfy and Kiwibit models I’ve used and loved.
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TechRadar's weekly crossword — puzzle #9, Friday, October 23
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