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Health

Nutritionists warn against late-night snacking for weight gain risk

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BBC Health · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Business

Apple bids for Formula 1 streaming rights in new countries, CEO announces

Apple plans to bid for Formula 1 streaming rights in more countries, following its successful U.S. debut as the exclusive broadcaster. This expansion could increase F1's global audience and attract more...

9to5Mac · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

Brands lean into human creativity as handcrafted art becomes more of a luxury in the age of AI

Brands are increasingly commissioning traditional, handcrafted art to counter the flood of algorithmic content, signaling a strategic pivot toward human authenticity. Major retailers and luxury houses have...

NBC News · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Blue Origin develops BE-7X rocket engine, cuts costs by 75%

Blue Origin is developing a new rocket engine, the BE-7X, which promises higher thrust at one-quarter the cost of competing engines and is set for flight tests by early 2027. This innovation could...

Ars Technica · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Airbnb plans AI travel agent launch for personalized trip planning in 2027

Airbnb will launch an AI travel agent in early 2027 to help users plan itineraries, book accommodations, and activities within its app. This move aims to enhance personalization and compete with rivals also...

The Verge · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

China reports 3.1% drop in CO2 emissions in Q3 2026

China's carbon dioxide emissions fell by 3.1% in Q3 2026, the largest drop since the Covid-19 pandemic, reflecting its shift toward cleaner energy amid global tensions affecting economic activity. This decline...

Carbon Brief · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

Trump consults allies on Hegseth's future amid Iran war backlash

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny and potential dismissal amid backlash over his role in escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, which contributed to significant midterm election losses for Republicans....

The Hill · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Senate GOP demands Mississippi officials preserve affidavit ballots for election

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The Hill · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Abdul El-Sayed acknowledges stance on Israel affected Jewish voter support

Abdul El-Sayed acknowledged that his critical stance on Israel may have contributed to his poor performance with Jewish voters in the recent election. His commitment to his views underscores the ongoing...

Politico · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Wired ranks top six VPN services for 2026 after extensive testing

Wired's 2026 list highlights NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark, ProtonVPN, Private Internet Access, and Atlas VPN as the top VPN services after rigorous testing for speed, security, and privacy. This ranking is...

Wired · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

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Airbnb announced on Thursday that it will roll out its own AI travel agent in the first half of 2027, according to the company’s Q3 shareholder letter. The new feature is meant to help guests plan trips, book...

TechCrunch · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Quebec tenant shoots landlord Daniel Cloutier over rent dispute

Daniel Cloutier was shot by his tenant, Michael Ampier, during a confrontation over unpaid rent and property damage in Quebec, highlighting escalating tensions in Canada’s rental market. Legal experts...

Law & Crime · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

Scott Colom criticizes Democrats for lack of investment in Mississippi race

Scott Colom, the Democratic Senate candidate in Mississippi, criticized his party for inadequate financial support, which he believes is jeopardizing his chances against incumbent Roger Wicker in the upcoming...

NBC News · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Serve Robotics launches new business to become the AWS for robots

Serve Robotics , a maker of self-driving sidewalk delivery robots, is expanding beyond its autonomous delivery operations in a bid to become a technology supplier to other companies building robots. The...

TechCrunch · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Michael D. Johnson sentenced for murdering mother, spending day with her body

Michael D. Johnson was sentenced to a minimum of 25 years in prison for murdering his mother, Linda Johnson, and then spending a day with her body at their home. This case highlights the rising domestic...

Law & Crime · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Crime & Justice

South Carolina teacher investigated after student drags her in classroom.

A South Carolina teacher is under investigation after a 15-year-old student allegedly dragged her across the classroom during what started as playful horseplay. This incident has raised serious concerns about...

Law & Crime · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Democrats win Arizona elections, prioritizing drought and energy policies.

Democrats in Arizona are poised to gain control of the state House, Senate, and governor's office, largely driven by voter concerns over severe drought and energy issues. This political shift reflects a...

Inside Climate News · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Drunk driver kills 1-year-old, injures father at California Day of the Dead

A drunk driver killed a 1-year-old and injured her father at a California Day of the Dead gravesite. The collision occurred Tuesday afternoon during the ceremony.

Law & Crime · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

Google integrates Gemini AI into Forms for real-time survey analysis

Google is integrating its AI system, Gemini, into Google Forms to summarize responses and identify trends in real time, starting this week. This enhancement will allow users to quickly analyze survey data...

Android Authority · 9 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

Bernie Sanders urges moratorium on data center construction after midterms victory

Sen. Bernie Sanders and other Democrats called for a pause on new data‑center construction after the party’s sweeping victory in the U.S.

CNBC Finance · 9 days ago · 2 min read