Technology & Software
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The original Apple iPod debuted 25 years ago today — Steve Jobs’ $399 device fit 1,000 songs into a package the size of a deck of cards with 5 gigabytes of storage
The chunky little original iPod packed a 1.8-inch Toshiba HDD, and used FireWire because the USB of the era was too slow and didn't offer charging.
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Why do mathematicians keep proving things they already know?
What exactly is a mathematical proof? Columnist Jacob Aron breaks down how mathematicians plot a course to answer open questions, and how finding several solutions to the same problem is an important part of the whole endeavour of maths
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How to watch Chaar Yaar online – stream the Hindi crime series from anywhere for free
Purav Jha, Naman Jain, Saqib Ayub, and Prayrak Mehta star in this Indian crime thriller series
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport: Council applies to install approach lighting
The City of Doncaster Council has applied for planning permission to install approach lights at Doncaster Sheffield Airport.
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Pensioner charged with causing death of police officer in crash
Pc Alice Mayo, 29, was driving a blue Fiat 500 which was involved in a crash with a white Land Rover Defender
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New streaming service launches in the UK with free films and TV shows available
JustWatch TV launches in the UK, offering curated films and TV shows, ad-supported viewing, rentals and an ad-free Plus tier via its apps and website.
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Razer Reclusa X Mini 65% review: an awesome and affordable mechanical keyboard
Razer's cheapest mechanical keyboard feels far pricier than it is, with a sturdy chassis and a smooth tactile switch, and it's just little things that hold it back from being a true five-star performer.
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Puppy love: Finnish 24-hour newborn pup livestream is TV smash hit
Show features live chat sessions with breeders, a podcast and updates on dogs’ progress from birth to weigh-ins
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Questions about resort’s future amid rise in HMOs and supported housing
SCARBOROUGH’S future as a seaside resort has been questioned by councillors amid fresh concerns about the growth of HMOs and supported accommodation in parts of the town.
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Video. Taiwan: Deadly Typhoon Champi brings travel chaos and school closures
Video. Towering waves crashed against Taiwan's coastline as Typhoon Champi swept past the island on Friday, leaving one person dead, 94 injured and hundreds of flights cancelled.
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Bright future for rare Yorkshire wildflower meadows as volunteers take over lease
The fields may not look much to the motorists who drive past them in their thousands every day.
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Ripon manufacturer Econ Engineering promotes long-serving employee to IT Director
A North Yorkshire employee who joined Econ Engineering in its Assembly department in 2008 has been promoted to IT Director, following almost two decades with
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AI to give doctors ‘second pair of eyes’ on prostate cancer MRI scans
The technologies are designed to help radiologists by highlighting areas on prostate scans that cancer may be present
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Authentication does not equal authorization: Are we asking passkeys to prove too much?
A passkey confirms who logged in, not what they intended
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These Headphones Twist Into a Bluetooth Speaker in Seconds. If Only They Sounded Better
After living with the TDM Neo Hybrid Headphones for a few weeks, I’m impressed by the engineering, but less impressed by the sound.
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Untaxed van advertising vehicle tax seized - 'This case may raise a smile'
It could be crushed if it is not claimed.
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Freight firm applies for Bradford operating licence
A FREIGHT company has applied for a licence to operate in Bradford
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The iPod was unveiled 25 years ago — and it was called both a 'glorified consumer gimmick' and 'the best digital music player' of the time
The iPod's place in gadget history is now well established, but not everyone saw its potential to begin with.
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Oil spill hits UAE beaches as tanker attacks multiply near Hormuz
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change said teams were deployed to contain a spill affecting Umm Al Quwain’s beaches, days after a tanker was struck by a projectile off the UAE coast, causing a fire.
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You thought your ChatGPT conversations were private. The courts disagree.
A growing number of cases show your LLM chats are anything but private
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One dead and four injured in Paris drive-by shooting
Gunshots were fired from a vehicle in a Parisian suburb
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Split Tunneling Is Your VPN’s Best Feature. Here’s How to Make the Most of It
This feature common to VPN services gives you protection and privacy specifically when and where you need it.
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The director of Clayface says '17 different versions' of the DC villain's live-action form were sculpted before his final design was settled on — and two animated shows were key to his overall look
Clayface has been designed countless times for the page and screen — so what inspired his final form in his self-titled DCU movie?
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Bradford shop on major road applies for licence to sell alcohol
The public has the right to object to the application.
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Campaigners call for closure of RAF Menwith Hill intelligence base
CAMPAIGNERS are demanding the closure of a controversial intelligence facility
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Police cordon off Middlesbrough road after car flips on side in crash
Emergency services were called to Ingram Road after a crash left a black Kia overturned on its side on Thursday (October 22).
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One soldier, two jets, one thumb: Cummings Aerospace fires 3D-printed Hellhounds from a Buggy
Strike power that once took a whole artillery battery now runs off a handheld controller and a Polaris buggy
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Ukraine war live: Trump claims Kyiv’s Starlink access has been restored
Ukrainian military sources say they are yet to see any change in satellite internet speeds
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A $620M subsea cable would link Canada directly to Norway
Canada backs 2,800-mile subsea cable to Europe to bypass the US — but a 1,180-mile onshore route poses a major hurdle
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Every wild thing I learned about the iPhone Duo by answering your AMA questions
You had so many questions
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It's not a joke — the viral Casio F-B100W Bluetooth step tracking watch is incredibly accurate, even compared to an Apple Watch Ultra 4
Running a 5km with both watches, the step count difference between both the cheap Casio and expensive Apple Watch was tiny — a terrific win for thrifty retro tech fans.
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Apple just got slapped for 'non-competitive conduct' by Australia’s top court — and ordered to allow rival iPhone app stores Down Under
Fortnite developer Epic Games has scored a victory against Apple in a legal ruling, not only to restore the popular game to the App Store in Australia but to also open up the latter’s software to rival app marketplaces.
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Free boxes offering winter support for SAD sufferers roll out across libraries
A library scheme offering Wintering Well Boxes to support people affected by seasonal affective disorder is expanding across the UK after a two-year pilot in Scotland.
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Nvidia's latest quantum simulation could help develop better drugs and more
Nvidia takes quantum computing to Europe's biggest supercomputer, simulating 104 qubits under realistic conditions for the first time
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Quordle hints and answers for Friday, October 23 (game #1733)
My clues will help you solve Quordle today and keep that streak going
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Canadian politician calls on government to help BioWare employees buy the studio and run it themselves
Avi Lewis, leader of one of Canada's top opposition parties, is not a fan of private equity.
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Cool, Cool, Cool, Palmer Luckey Made a Genetically Modified Military Dog Startup
Warhound came out of stealth on Wednesday with $200 million in funding and a mission to create “elite working dogs” equipped with "advanced body armor."
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My GOTY is $7 and has 253 Steam reviews
Stuntboost is a racing game for FPS movement sickos.
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AI to give doctors ‘second pair of eyes’ to help spot prostate cancer on MRI scans
The technologies are designed to help radiologists by highlighting areas on prostate scans that cancer may be present
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'We didn't ship them all away during the pre-order' — Apple's Greg Joswiak has good news for iPhone Duo buyers
'I'm sure we'll have some happy customers.'
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Egyptian editor faces trial after hours of questioning
Egyptian prosecutors referred Lina Attalah, editor-in-chief of independent news outlet Mada Masr, to trial on a charge of operating a website without a license, after questioning her for more than six hours
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Epic announces game jam where you have to use AI, then walks back the requirement
The Unreal Engine and Fortnite company has extended the public a many-fingered invitation.
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How to watch Loch nam Madadh / Wolf Bay for free online from anywhere
Tune into this Gaelic horror series in time for Halloween
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, October 23 (game #1230)
My clues will help you solve the NYT's Connections puzzle today and keep that streak going
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What to Know About Shamonda Virus Following the First Reported Human Infection
Although the case is considered exceptional, investigators are working to determine how the infection occurred and whether the pathogen played a role in the patient’s death.
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Grid operator says lights will stay on this winter after concerns
The assurance from the National Energy System Operator comes amid concern from its engineers about their ability to ensure adequate supply.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, October 23 (game #964)
My clues will help you solve the NYT's Strands today and keep that streak going
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A new Fallout 4 mod adds an entire town, but more importantly, it lets you join a gang
They're not the Tunnel Snakes, but they're trying.
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'I'm 96 and have 15 million followers': The grannies taking over TikTok
Grandma Droniak, Nonna Gracie, Viv Truran and Barbara Costello have all found fame on social media in their later years.
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Trump says Musk has restored access to Ukraine's Starlink network
Ukraine relies on Starlink for a range of military uses - its owner Elon Musk has repeatedly denied restricting access.
