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Scientists just broke a textbook rule of physics
Scientists have defied a long-standing rule of laser physics by generating X-rays with much higher energies than conventional theory predicts.
Live: Israelis await final election results, with no majority in sight
With more than 90% of the ballots counted on Thursday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc has gained 53 seats, with the opposition at 67, including 48 for…
Bluesky Is Blocking Links to a Major Leak of DHS Employee Records
Bluesky tells WIRED it blocked links to a leaked archive of information on 41,000 ICE, CBP, and other DHS workers because it contains people’s contact information, share…
Australian politics live: Hastie ‘lived a lot’ of SAS report findings; Paterson accuses PM of ‘no standards’ over golf club
Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Gas reservation policy set for lower house vote today Australia’s domestic gas reservation is set to be debat…
'Like cutting up a Picasso': AI microdrama edit of Neighbours worries actors and crew
A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character.
Judge rebuffs Trump DoJ’s bid to force California to set aside 20,000 ballots
The judge ruled that no immediate action was necessary, dealing another setback to the administration as it moves to target voting by noncitizens.
‘Tonight Show’: Jimmy Fallon & Jamie Lee Curtis Channel Fielder & Holmes In Cold Open
On Wednesday’s episode of The Tonight Show, the 6x Emmy-winning host channeled his inner Nathan Fielder to grill Jamie Lee Curtis as Elizabeth Holmes during the NBC talk…
US Health Secretary RFK Jr to expand access to unapproved peptides
Health experts have cautioned against use of the drugs, citing a lack of clinical trials for humans and the unknown long-term effects.
Meteors don't just burn up. What really happens is far more violent
Scientists have uncovered seven surprising stages that space rocks go through as they hurtle toward Earth, revealing that melting and violent fragmentation, rather than…
‘South Park’: Cartman, Stan and Kyle Must Solve South America’s Beef Crisis in Halloween Week Episode
In the fourth episode of “South Park” Season 29, South America’s beef has surprisingly become a hot commodity — and Cartman, Stan, Kyle and Randy won’t let their lunch-o…
How students toppled Serbia’s strongman – podcast
Helen Pidd speaks to the Serbian-American journalist Ana Milosavljevic, the student activist Tara Blagojević and the MP-to-be Milica Jovanović about how the Student List…
Caltech Names Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman as NASA JPL Deputy
Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman has been named Caltech associate vice president and deputy director of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California.
Strikes on Darfur market in Sudan killed more than 100, rights group says
Women and children killed as witnesses say attack struck civilian shopkeepers, RSF fighters.
Israeli settlers savagely attack journalists in occupied West Bank
Videos circulating on social media show Israeli settlers assaulting three foreign journalists in the West Bank
Al Jazeera speaks to El-Sayed as religion becomes flashpoint in Senate race
Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed is pushing back against attacks over his Muslim faith.
Canada women snap eight-game skid against USA to avenge Olympic hockey heartbreak
Kraemer, Tremblay score first senior international goals Fillier nets winner after Americans erase two-goal deficit Canada avenge Olympic heartbreak in worlds tune-up Ca…
Utah files criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi and company co-founders
The charges come after a federal judge ruled that Utah could enforce its anti-gambling laws against prediction markets.
How A Former Senior Netflix Staffer Launched One Of Japan’s Buzziest Indie Cinemas
Director Lee Chang-dong’s beautiful genre mash-up, Possible Love; Dario Argento’s Giallo classic, Suspiria; and Sophy Romvari’s accomplished debut, Blue Heron, are some…
Anduril now says its BlueChip laptop will meet Buy American standards at launch
On Tuesday, defense contractor Anduril and chipmaker Qualcomm announced a partnership to build laptops entirely in the United States, starting with a single model in 202…
Forecasters are predicting a warmer and wetter winter. Here's how El Niño will affect your region.
The latest data shows the different potential impacts by region.
Vance Proposes Restarting Peace Talks in Outreach to Iranian Official
In his letter, the vice president suggested an immediate resumption of comprehensive talks, including about Iran’s nuclear program.
China’s tech darlings are losing their shine. Here’s what’s behind the sell-off
China's tech rally is being tested as as investors question whether AI profits can justify lofty valuations.
Obama mocks Trump’s response to Cheesecake Factory jibe. ‘They mobilized a whole of government response to that joke!’ – as it happened
Former US president comes to Georgia to support Jon Ossoff for US Senate and Keisha Lance Bottoms for governor Barack Obama, speaking at a Wednesday campaign rally in su…
Serbians storm TV studio as pro-Vucic media faces reckoning
Serbians stormed a TV studio and confronted its editor-in-chief after a student-led protest movement swept into power.
Bolsonaro in Miami: I am the ‘true president-elect’
Flavio Bolsonaro claimed to be the ‘true president-elect’ of Brazil in his first statement since fleeing to the US.
‘The Mosquito Bowl’ Review: Football Heroes Take to the Battlefield in Peter Berg’s Emptily Macho WWII Epic
No one familiar with the oeuvre of Peter Berg — the action merchant behind the Afghanistan war drama “Lone Survivor” and the improbably pumped-up boardgame adaptation “B…
Details of thousands of US immigration agents leaked in major hack
A group called the Department of Peace released information on more than 41,000 DHS staff.
Microsoft profits soar days after announcing thousands of layoffs
The week, the Windows developer said it would offer buyouts to 60,000 workers as it looks to curb costs.
US conservative activists charged with unlawful voting in election stunt
Prosecutors alleged the pair misrepresented their identities by giving election judges the names of other people.
Scientists discover a hidden oxygen reservoir deep inside Earth
Scientists have discovered that magma deep inside Earth can store surprising amounts of extra oxygen, potentially revealing a hidden contributor to our planet's oxygen-r…
‘Stick’ Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
Another round of competitive golf will be served up in Season 2 of Apple TV’s Stick starring Owen Wilson and Peter Dager.
Canada and EU drop associate membership plan in bid to deepen ties
Canada and the European Union will pursue closer ties but have dropped a proposal for associate EU membership, according to a joint declaration ahead of Thursday’s summi…
From Carlos Reygadas to Hamaguchi’s Cinematographer, Tokyo’s Nippon Cinema Now Directors on Unexpected Connections
A first-time director who messaged Oscar winner Hamaguchi Ryusuke’s cinematographer directly, and a former hunter whose film led Carlos Reygadas to float a collaboration…
Layoffs Hit Disney Experiences
Disney today laid off between 100 and 200 in its Experiences division, Deadline has confirmed.
Trump Calls for Mary Peltola, Alaska Senate Candidate, to Be Prosecuted
The president lashed out at the former representative after The New York Times reported that her campaign and national Democrats helped recruit spoiler candidates to the…
Democrats Eyeing 2028 Presidential Campaigns Begin Courting Donors and Operatives
As soon as the midterms are over, presidential contenders are going to need to raise millions, quickly.
Microsoft’s strong quarter backs up its stock rebound. Here's our new price target
Microsoft shares are up nearly 3% in after-hours trading, putting the stock in record-high territory.
Netanyahu bloc loses majority as most ballots counted – as it happened
But instead there was stunned silence at the watch party for Otzma Yehudit (Jewish Power) in central Israel as results from the exit polls flashed across the screen, wit…
‘Smile 3’ Taps ‘Hellraiser’ Director David Bruckner Amid Parker Finn’s Absence
On Wednesday, the studio announced David Bruckner (Hellraiser, The Night House) will helm the next film, which is penned by Nick Antosca (Verity, Cape Fear), as Finn is…
‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ First Reactions Call Prequel the ‘Rogue One’ of the Franchise and Praise Joseph Zada as Haymitch
“The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” has officially premiered, and members of the film press are already calling the sixth installment a “perfect adaptation” that…
Lumentum’s stock pops as investors cheer a possible sale to Marvell
An agreement between the companies could come next week, Bloomberg reported
Mum says teenage autistic son has been abandoned and falling through cracks in system
A County Londonderry mother says her son, who has autism and has turned 18, "is falling through cracks in the system".
Mum says autistic son, 18, left abandoned and falling through cracks in system
A County Londonderry mother says her son, who has autism and has turned 18, "is falling through cracks in the system".
'Stutter' penalty back in the spotlight after Barco miss costs Chelsea
The stuttering run-up for penalties has been called 'naive' as players continue to try to deceive goalkeepers with a stop-start approach - but why?
CoreWeave and other neocloud stocks drop after Microsoft capex comes in below expectations
Shares of CoreWeave, Nebius and IREN fell as Microsoft's lower-than-expected capex figure points to infrastructure partners taking longer to deliver capacity.
‘Just watch Judge Judy’: I’m in my 70s. Why do people keep making the same avoidable financial mistakes?
“Consider some familiar examples of poor decisions: accumulating credit-card debt or failing to plan for retirement.”
Inside India newsletter: New Delhi approves $22 billion in military spending amid China border tensions
American, Israeli, and Russian defense manufacturers are likely to find substantial opportunities in India's expanding defense market
Paris Jackson Wants No More “Smoke & Mirrors” Over MJ Money After Estate Trashes Her Latest Claims As “Nonsensical”
Paris Jackson is claiming the executor of her father’s fortune and legacy has once again failed “to meet his fundamental disclosure obligations” despite a very explicit…
Israel election: Netanyahu-led bloc in slight lead with more than 80% of votes counted
Netanyahu's right-wing bloc leads but is falling short of the votes needed to form a government.
European football: Bayern ease to Cup victory after Kompany leaves hospital
Kane gets guard of honour before 6-1 win over Magdeburg Serie A: Inter sink Venezia, Milan lose at home to Bologna Bayern Munich sailed to a 6-1 win over second-tier Mag…