Strongest earthquake in years strikes volcanic area near Naples, injuring four
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Phlegraean Fields, a volcanic area near Naples in southern Italy, injuring four people and damaging buildings and churches.
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New Palworld card game already ruined by scalpers
The Palworld TCG's release is sold out in many places as scalpers squeeze fans for thousands of dollars, just like Pokémon cards
Phish in the Nineties: What a Time It Was
As the band wraps a throwback run at Madison Square Garden, one longtime fan reflects on what it was like to discover their music
Bulletstorm is the stupidest game ever made, and also one of the cleverest shooters ever
Enjoying the high-kicks and low-brows of a timeless FPS.
ELT's spectrograph could 'sniff out' biosignatures on other worlds
Before any major telescope commissioning, there are dozens of papers that attempt to define what we can expect from it. We're starting to see some come through for the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), which hopefully will get a more imaginative name when the 39 m (128-foot)
Can’t Decide Between Nvidia And AMD Graphics Cards? Don’t Worry, They’re Both Rumored To Be Raising Prices
Even budget cards are getting ridiculously expensive
Optimized magnetic pulses could cut memory switching energy by several orders of magnitude
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) driven by artificial intelligence (AI) are generating data at an unprecedented rate. Every internet search, AI-generated image, recommendation, scientific simulation and large language model creates and processes enormous
The Bizarre Life Cycle of “Zombie-Ant” Fungus Gets a New Twist
The fungal puppet master has been living a secret life The post The Bizarre Life Cycle of “Zombie-Ant” Fungus Gets a New Twist appeared first on Nautilus .
Spain's legal dilemma behind Ceuta's record migrant arrivals
Ceuta is facing its worst migration crisis since 2021, with its reception centre overflowing and facilities for unaccompanied minors operating at 1,600% of capacity.
Amending AB 1709 Doesn’t Fix It: California’s Social Media Ban Still Threatens Free Speech and Privacy
California lawmakers have amended A.B. 1709 , but the core problem remains: the bill is still a ban on social media access for youth under 16 , and it still threatens the privacy and First Amendment rights of all Californians. Proponents of the bill may argue that the recent
Chrome Sparks – “Sleeper” (Feat. Khalid & Jónsi)
Here's a new one from the department of random combinations. Jeremy Malvin, the multi-instrumentalist known as Chrome Sparks, announced his new album Ball Of Light today. "Sleeper," the opening track and lead single brings together pop-R&B singer Khalid and Sigur Rós frontman
Oil spill from shadow fleet tanker spreading off Oman, satellite images show
By Catherine Cartier and Jonathan Saul BEIRUT/LONDON, July 31 (Reuters) - A sanctions-hit tanker is leaking oil off the coast of Oman and the spill has spread in recent days, increasing concern about possible environmental damage to coastal areas, according to an analysis of
Anthropic sees OpenAI cybersecurity disaster and says 'hold my beer,' reveals it accidentally hacked 3 companies in as many months without noticing
I'm sure this is fine.
Fox's Dana Perino grills Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong over democratic socialism
Fox News anchor Dana Perino on Friday pressed Francesca Hong, the Democratic primary frontrunner in the Wisconsin governor's race, over her association with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and past comments about law enforcement. In social media posts in 2020, the
Trump pooh-poohs Iran’s potential role in Minnesota water facility hacks
President Trump said Friday he doesn’t believe Iran was behind a cyberattack on Minnesota water systems and instead placed the blame on state officials for being “grossly incompetent.” His comments ran counter to reports that U.S. officials suspected Iranian involvement in the
The SCREEN Act Threatens Privacy Far Beyond Adult Websites
The Senate Commerce Committee is set to consider S. 737 , the SCREEN Act, a sweeping age-verification bill that would require online services to verify users’ ages before they can access any sexually explicit content. If this bill passes, it will force millions of adult
15 Outdoor Art Shows to See in NYC This Summer
Slide through a teddy bear, get weird with a neural network’s hallucinations, play ping-pong on an artist-made table, and so much more.
A Comedic Driving Game That Encourages Vehicular Manslaughter Is The First Isekai I Don’t Hate
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! papers over a tired storytelling trope with a hilarious driving game
Lichen-like life 600 million years ago may push back origins of fungal-algal partnerships
Two organisms inhabiting a common environment can sometimes mutually influence each other, either benefiting or, in some cases, damaging one another. This mutually beneficial or ambivalent biological relationship is known as symbiosis.
Technical flaws may inflate Australia's forest carbon credits
AFPA has echoed serious concerns raised by Forestry Australia over the federal government's controversial new carbon credit method, warning it undermines the integrity and credibility of Australia's carbon market.
Sony exec says killing discs won't make the PlayStation 6 too much like a PC: 'Going forward, we can coexist peacefully with PC games'
Despite pushback, Sony isn't changing its mind about dropping physical discs in 2028.
Apple’s new AirTags are back down to their best price
We spotted a great deal on Tile trackers earlier this week that’s still live, but if you’re an iPhone owner, we ultimately recommend Apple’s latest AirTag. Right now, you can pick up a four-pack for $89 ($10 off) at Amazon and Target, matching the bundle’s all-time low price.
A backup fluoride defense in soil bacteria could aid greener chemical production
Researchers at the University of Tartu have discovered a mechanism in bacteria that helps them adapt to fluoride, which is toxic to most organisms above relatively low threshold concentrations. Their discovery may represent a significant milestone in bioindustry, as it could
New blazes in Greece as strong winds hamper firefighting
New wildfires fed by strong winds broke out in Greece on Friday, giving firefighters little respite and forcing Civil Protection officials to order the partial evacuation of part of a suburb west of Athens.
Stephen King Movie ‘Desperation’ in the Works From ‘Final Destination’ Duo, Sam Raimi
Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein are in talks to helm the adaptation of the 1996 novel for Searchlight — in the first teaming of horror maestros King and Raimi.
Influx of migrants to Ceuta gives Spain diplomatic headache
The incident has sparked concern in Europe while Spain also faces a challenge in balancing its relations with neighbouring Morocco and Algeria.
Google Earth’s AI deepfake tool only lasted one day
Google has shut down Google Earth feature it launched Thursday that allowed users to edit satellite images with text prompts using AI. The tool essentially let users create AI deepfakes of the real world using text prompts; Digital Digging's Henk van Ess, for example,
Um, Jennifer? Announce New EP Dirty Twice: Hear “Bushwick Ratbag”
If you didn't already know that Um, Jennifer? are based in Brooklyn, then you do now. The post-punk duo is announcing their new EP Dirty Twice today, and the lead single "Bushwick Ratbag" might be insufferable for you to hear if you've never experienced Bushwick's
The CHATBOT Act Forces One Parenting Model On Every Family
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing education, and the way people search for information. Parents, teenagers, teachers, and schools are struggling with tough questions about when AI should, and should not, be used. It makes sense for Congress to hold hearings and
EA clears US regulatory approvals in take-private deal
Saudi Arabia's divisive EA buyout looks set to go through next week.
Walz Accuses Trump of Hiding Full Scope of Cyberattack Linked to Iran
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says President Donald Trump is lying about who committed the cyberattack on his state—and purposefully hiding how many states were affected. Trump on Friday dismissed concerns that Iran was likely responsible for a cyberattack against Minnesota’s
Inside Ceuta: Residents face fear and uncertainty as migrant numbers soar; bread is scarce, shops are closed
Most shops are shut, bread is scarce, and local festivities have been cancelled after tens of thousands of migrants arrived from Morocco. Residents and local authorities describe growing fear and uncertainty as returns continue.
Shark finning regulations have not significantly changed global trade, new analysis finds
Much like caviar, shark fins are a luxury product and delicacy in parts of the world. And like wild caviar, demand for shark fins has posed an incredible threat to species that can't reproduce quickly enough to keep up.
Mahershala Ali Reveals He Has ‘Moved On’ From Playing Blade in the MCU
Seven years after the reboot was announced, actor reveals he will no longer star in the long-delayed project
A single RNA-based therapeutics approach against multiple types of RNA viruses
The high frequency of RNA virus mutations and outbreaks of emerging RNA viral infections are challenging public health issues. Developing a drug that can overcome viral mutations with broad-spectrum antiviral activity is an unmet need.
Trump Admits His Slush Fund Plans Loud and Clear
President Trump won’t let go of his corrupt IRS settlement. At a Cabinet meeting hosted Friday at Camp David in Maryland, Trump was asked by a reporter whether the “Anti-Weaponization Fund” created by his settlement with the IRS, which set aside $1.776 billion for anyone who
‘Big Brother 28’ Contestant Jason Breaks Down That Explosive Tea Party and Not Letting Kamu ‘Bully’ Him: ‘Isn’t It Interesting How the Six People in Power Were So Threatened by a Drag Queen?’
“Big Brother 28″ contestant Jason De Puy, also known as Salina EsTitties from two seasons of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” knew the writing was on the wall when he lost the blockbuster challenge during Thursday night’s live eviction episode. “I was this close, a second away, from tying
Glen Hansard: Family Announces Memorial Arrangements, Public Funeral
“Music at the funeral will be provided by Glen’s friends and family,” family says of August 4th memorial
Dermot Mulroney Leaving ‘Chicago Fire’ in Season 15
Dermot Mulroney is leaving “Chicago Fire” in Season 15, Variety has confirmed. The actor, who joined the NBC drama in Season 13 as Chief Dom Pascal, will wrap up his storyline early in the show’s upcoming season, which premieres on Oct. 7 at 9 p.m. ET. Mulroney took a short
Long-Contested Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Gets Opening Date
Activists have called on artists to boycott the new museum, citing inhumane treatment of workers.
Investors may want to focus on front end of yield curve — as Street anticipates next Fed meetings
Bond market investors may want to focus on the front of the yield curve, according to Allspring Global Investments’ Noah Wise.
Trump says US has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles
By Steve Holland and Simon Lewis CAMP DAVID, Maryland, July 31 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Friday that the United States has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles but that talks are ongoing, adding that the U.S. must be "very careful about letting
Senate Democrat declines to say whether Schumer should continue in leadership post
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) declined to say Thursday whether he would support Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) for continued Democratic leadership in the Senate. In an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins, Van Hollen said he was “focused on the 2026 elections.” A
The 5 Best Songs Of The Week
Every week the Stereogum staff chooses the five best new songs of the week. The eligibility period begins and ends Thursdays right before midnight. You can hear this week’s picks below and on Stereogum’s Favorite New Music Spotify playlist, which is updated weekly. (An expanded
DC and HBO’s ‘Booster Gold’ Show ‘Won’t Be Moving Forward,’ Says Writer David Jenkins
DC Studios and HBO’s “Booster Gold” TV series “won’t be moving forward,” writer David Jenkins said on Friday.c “My ‘Booster Gold’ won’t be moving forward,” Jenkins wrote on Threads. “Can’t improve on Mahershala’s lovely statement so I’ll just apply it here as well.” He reposted
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is getting a fan-requested hard mode
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will add hard mode to Capcom's expanded edition of the 2024 action RPG
Cretaceous beetle fossil reveals early evolution of firefly sensory and signaling systems
Scientists have discovered a remarkably well-preserved 100-million-year-old beetle fossil that provides a rare glimpse into the evolution of the intricate sensory and communication systems used by fireflies and their relatives today. Fireflies belong to the order Coleoptera,
Mathematical model devised to protect bacteriophages without hindering their action
A study by researchers in the UAB Department of Mathematics and the Center for Mathematical Research (CRM) presents a model describing the behavior of encapsulated bacteriophages within the gastrointestinal tract. Its objective is to better understand the advantages and
