Technology & Software
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More than 80 planes worth up to $3 billion damaged or lost in Iran war, report finds
A costly F-35A fighter jet and a four-engine E-3 Sentry were among the casualties, which is primarily accounted for by MQ-9 Reaper drones, according to the Congressional Research Service
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The FBI has seized tools used by Chinese hackers for cyber operations, officials say
The FBI has seized scanning and phishing tools used by a group of hackers that officials say is associated with the Chinese government and that is responsible for disruptive cyber operations in the United States and abroad, including against the power industry, academia and critical infrastructure
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Maya Mobile eSIM (2026) review: The eSIM I’d take abroad, but never take alone
A reusable eSIM for regular travelers
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Record El Niño threatens Great Barrier Reef with ecological shift
Researchers are worried about the impact the strongest-known El Niño will have on the Great Barrier Reef, and whether anything can be done to avert the World Heritage Area’s demise
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What happens next in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor case as home raids deemed unlawful?
Mr Justice Hilliard said a ‘significant error’ was made in the application for the search warrants
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Google says counterfeit TLS certificates of major services stolen by hackers
Three country-code top-level domains were hijacked
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Life Is Asymmetric. The Scientists Who Figured Out Why Won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Henri Kagan and Kensō Soai designed chemical reactions producing only one of the two mirror-image forms of a molecule—an important finding for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and other biological substances.
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The Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro is ‘the biggest leap’ in tablets Amazon has ‘ever made’, according to its VP of Devices — and the iPad Air might finally have competition
I went hands-on with the Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, which Amazon describes as ‘the biggest leap’ in tablets it has ‘ever made’.
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How to watch Asa Butterfield in Gnomes online from anywhere
Our guide explains how to watch Gnomes online and stream episodes wherever you are as Asa Butterfield battles the demonic Gnome Queen and her minions.
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IPVanish announces huge transition as it aims to help users 'Control your digital world'
IPVanish is transforming from a standalone VPN into a comprehensive digital security suite. The provider has launched a next-gen antivirus built directly into its desktop apps, alongside three flexible subscription tiers to better match users' privacy needs.
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Le Creuset just dropped a Halloween collection, and I need a mini pumpkin cocotte in every color
Quality cookware with a spooky twist
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AI or ‘super intelligence’? Trump isn’t the only one who is confused
US President Donald Trump has declared that artificial intelligence should now be called “super intelligence”. Columnist Jacob Aron explains where that term came from and explores whether its many historical meanings apply today
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OpenAI mistranslated mathematics into code for its Navier-Stokes proof
When OpenAI announced its surprise solution to the Navier-Stokes problem, it produced one proof for humans and one for computers – however, they don't match
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How Massive Is Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Fortune? Spend It Yourself
WIRED has partnered with Neal Agarwal of Neal.fun to create a visualization of Elon Musk’s massive wealth. Here’s how it came together.
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WTO raises merchandise trade growth forecast to 3.9% as AI boom offsets hit from Middle East
The World Trade Organization is sharply increasing its forecast for global merchandise trade growth this year to 3.9%
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Finland orders Google to stop work on two AI data centers over alleged deforestation — company admits it has 'fallen short of our own high standards in this instance'
Over 740 acres of Finnish forest have allegedly been mowed for these projects.
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'3,000 people applied for Countdown and with no TV experience, I never expected to get it'
Countdown number expert Rachel Riley speaks to Laura Reid about the importance of maths, how it connects to the real world and its surprising applications.
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The big unanswered question about Russia's 'plague' death
Russia says it is winding down precautionary measures taken after a lab worker at a plague research institute died. But what made officials think these were needed at all?
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Nine in 10 VMware customer looking to switch vendors due to increased licensing costs
Many VMware customers are still unhappy
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AI tool used in thousands of asylum claims failing basic accuracy tests
Exclusive: MPs, charities and rights group warn that accuracy should not be sacrificed for speed in ‘life and death’ asylum decisions
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The world may never go back to how it was after this monster El Niño
This El Niño is forecast to end around June next year after smashing all records, but its impacts could persist indefinitely in some parts of the world
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Bambu Lab’s 3D printing patent application for a new heatbed design may improve peeling issues — replacement costs could possibly rise as a consequence
Large prints never want to stay stuck on the heatbed; this could solve it.
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Birmingham Airport unveils £2bn plan for 30 million passengers
The first stage of development, upgrading baggage systems and terminals, could start in 2027.
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CIA officer said he was developing hacking tools, but actually stole $190 million in top secret fraud scam
Lavish homes, cars, watches, and hundreds of gold bars
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Dashcam captures moment police stop traffic on A1(M) near Darlington to sting BMW
This is the dramatic moment police brought traffic on the A1(M) near Darlington to a standstill after deploying a stinger device on a BMW.
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Blizzard says its 'philosophy' for creating a 'classic' WoW: Forever experience consists of four core design pillars that build on top of the 'vanilla' game, but 'the goal here is not to create assets that look like they were made in 2004'
The World of Warcraft: Forever team at Blizzard Entertainment has shared its design philosophy for creating an authentic "Classic Plus" experience.
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Dyson’s new door-to-door service promises a ‘spa day’ for your vacuum, with a full inspection, deep-clean, and repairs to get it back in shape
Give your floor cleaner a second wind with a professional clean and service.
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We’re Sharing October Prime Day Discounts Live—Follow Along Here
Follow along as WIRED’s reviewers track the best Amazon Prime Day deals in real time.
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Trump declares anyone who uses the term Artificial Intelligence to be ‘The Enemy!’
President’s latest outburst comes as his push to rebrand the emerging technology increasingly falls flat
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Apple just announced its 'Welcome Home' event for October 13 ‘Welcome Home’ — and as a HomePod user I’m very intrigued
Apple has marked October 13 with a playful ‘Welcome Home’ teaser, and it could finally signal the arrival of its long-rumored smart home refresh and HomePad.
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RECAP - Road clears after A19 multi-vehicle crash near Seaham
Drivers are facing lengthy delays after a crash on the A19 near Seaham.
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Four astronauts return to Earth after eight months in space
Four astronauts are back on Earth after an eight-month stay at the International Space Station
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Amazon Snuffs Out the Fire and Rebrands Its Slates as Alexa Tablets
The three new aluminum Alexa Tablets now run Android with full access to the Google Play Store. There are versions for kids too.
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How to watch VRT Awards 2026 online and from anywhere
The biggest night in reality TV is here and you can see all the winners and losers
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This 16GB Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 for £664 is my top WFH pick
We found the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 to be a day-to-day performer And it's my top 16GB laptop in the Argos Big Red Sale if you need a good WFH Windows machine.
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'This is a first for us': Attackers uses poem to infect thousands of servers with malware
Someone's been reading too much Dan Brown
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Seychelles giant tortoise numbers hit record 180,000 in conservation triumph
Free-roaming Aldabra population thrives on Indian Ocean atoll due to decades-long recovery programme
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Spend Elon Musk’s Money
What’s it like to be the richest man in the world? Find out for yourself.
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Rockstar releases a preview of six GTA 6 radio stations, while confirming 'a series of on-demand podcasts' you can listen to in-game — check them out here
Rockstar Games just dropped a preview of Grand Theft Auto 6's radio stations, while confirming on-demand podcasts players can listen to in-game.
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Why more UK businesses are turning to custom software in 2026
UK businesses are increasingly reconsidering the technology they use to manage everyday operations, as outdated systems, rising costs and growing demands for efficiency place pressure on existing software.
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Magico's new speakers look like they were designed by NASA and cost more than a holiday cottage... and I want them
The Magic A3 2027 isn't an upgrade, but a complete overhaul — and it costs nearly £30,000 (or equivalent, where you live)
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eRoaming eSIM (2026) review
Is this eSIM worth it? I had to find out
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Harrogate MP calls for independent support in army abuse investigation
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has called for independent specialists to support an investigation into rape and abuse claims at army training facilities.
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The Atari 800XL returns with a 'faithful' but modern Retro Games Ltd redesign — classic 8-bit home computer revamp sports mechanical keyboard and HDMI connectivity
$219 device’s 25 built-in games and working cartridge port appeal, but it still comes with that terrible palm-gouging joystick.
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One Nation’s AI video is vile and tired – but the ensloppification of Australian politics doesn’t stop there
The inflammatory clip shows the wild west of online politicking created by unrestricted access to AI – and why watchdogs need more powers to do something about it
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Digital sovereignty has become Europe’s top priority — here's how open source is helping pave the way
Open source software could play a key role, experts claim
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Top Goldman Sachs executive says new workers will be managing 'virtual army' of AI from the moment they start
Graduates could walk into management jobs
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Microsoft suspended from applying for green cards for H-1B workers, JD Vance says
Vice-president also says Adobe is barred from visa program that allows high-skilled workers to apply for US residency
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Climate satire Digger – with Tom Cruise on top form - is full of surprises
What are we to make of Digger, a climate satire by a normally well-respected film-maker that’s been largely panned by critics? Stay with it and you’ll find out, says Bethan Ackerley
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RECAP - Traffic clears after crash on A1(M) in County Durham
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A1(M) at Bowburn this morning following a crash.
