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technology2 min read10/27/2026Apple acknowledges iPhone Duo screen fault and offers replacements
Apple has confirmed an inner-screen problem affecting a small number of iPhone Duos. Owners can request replacements through AppleCare, while iFixit suspects the folding mechanism.
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technology2 min read10/26/2026Android’s automatic phone number linking affects every account
A default Android setting links phone numbers to personal and work Google accounts. Turning it off stops future linking, but existing numbers need to be removed manually.
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ai2 min read10/23/2026Serious PHP flaws lead to emergency updates and website closures
AI-assisted research uncovered two serious weaknesses in PHP, which helps run around 70% of websites. Governments and online services temporarily took systems offline to install updates.
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technology2 min read10/22/2026BETA receives approval for electric aircraft demonstration flights
US officials have allowed BETA to carry potential customers on demonstration flights. The approval expands testing opportunities but does not permit regular commercial services.
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technology2 min read10/21/2026Meta’s Petal cable aims to double undersea data capacity
The planned cable will connect the US and France in 2029, using two light-carrying paths inside each glass fibre to increase capacity.
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technology2 min read10/20/2026Google AI players complete Minecraft through teamwork
Four Gemini 4 Argon agents defeated Minecraft’s final dragon without human help, choosing their own jobs and sharing information during a run lasting over 27 hours.
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science2 min read10/19/2026Roman telescope’s camera beats image quality predictions
After careful testing and small mirror adjustments, Roman’s main camera is delivering image quality nearly 30% better than predicted.
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business2 min read10/18/2026TSMC sets another profit record while planning cautiously for 2027
Strong AI demand helped TSMC achieve its sixth consecutive record quarterly profit. The company is expanding its factories despite concerns about costs and the economy.
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technology2 min read10/18/2026Citroën plans an affordable electric return for the 2CV
A new electric concept brings back the simple style of Citroën's classic 2CV. The company aims to start production by 2028, with prices beginning at around €15,000.
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business2 min read10/17/2026Internet shutdowns push Russian firms towards landline phones
State-owned companies increased spending on fixed-line phones as mobile internet restrictions affected businesses and everyday services.
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science2 min read10/16/2026NASA battery tests show promise for Moon exploration
New battery designs survived extreme temperatures during NASA tests. The technology could power Moon equipment without needing constant heating, although space testing is still ahead.
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health2 min read10/16/2026Programmable bubble chip could help deliver medicines
Cornell researchers have developed a chip that controls tiny hydrogen bubbles. Sound waves make the bubbles vibrate, allowing the team to direct liquid flow.
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science2 min read10/15/2026Perseverance breaks Mars driving record with self-driving technology
Perseverance has overtaken Opportunity’s distance record in much less time. Its automatic navigation system helps it explore Mars without waiting for detailed directions from Earth.
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business2 min read10/15/2026Europe debates money and rules for satellite networks
With its space budget ending in 2027, the EU is discussing future funding and access to radio frequencies. Sateliot is preparing to expand its network and move towards European launches.
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entertainment2 min read10/15/2026TV4 delays reality show after losing its completed season
The Swedish version of The Challenge will now arrive in 2027. TV4 confirms a technical failure but rejects claims that an AI agent deleted the finished season.
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technology2 min read10/14/2026Record-breaking bridge attracts tourists in China
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge combines faster transport with visitor attractions, helping tourism and businesses in the surrounding area.
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careers2 min read10/14/2026Anthropic assistant vacancy draws questions about AI
A reported London vacancy offered €145,000 for an assistant supporting senior business leaders. Social media users highlighted the contrast between the human role and Anthropic’s AI technology.
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health2 min read10/14/2026New method changes immune cells inside the body
A technique developed at MIT reprogrammes natural killer cells without removing them from the body. Tests in mice showed effects against cancer and immune cells that attack the liver.
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technology2 min read10/13/2026False social media challenge brings enquiries to luxury hotel
Ambiente Sedona faced questions about a supposed month-long challenge offering large cash prizes, although the offer did not exist.
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business2 min read10/13/2026AI could transform US work, with skills posing a major challenge
McKinsey estimates that AI could handle more than half of US work hours by 2035. Although total employment could grow, many workers may need training or a different occupation.
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