Bangladesh measles toll nears grim 1,000-child mark
More than 1,000 suspected cases are reported daily.
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Why you won’t be getting a flying car
Stripe Press was kind enough to send me several books it had published, and one of these was J. Storrs Hall’s “Where Is My Flying Car?”. I had been meaning to read this book for a while, especially after Tyler Cowen recommended it and Jason Crawford gave it a glowing review, so
‘A Long Winter’ Review: Andrew Haigh’s Moody Drama, Set on a Farm in the Rockies in the Early ’50s, Is a Sweeping Act of Cinematic Storytelling
Based on a novella by Colm Tóibín, it’s a movie austere enough to risk alienating its audience, yet if you get onto its wavelength you stay right there, inside the movie’s world.
Tate brothers charged with further trafficking and sex crimes in Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate are currently in a Miami jail fighting extradition to the UK over separate charges and deny all the allegations.
Malaysian farmers feel the heat as vegetables and fruits wilt
They are expecting lower harvests and profits, and they have to water their fields more often.
How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?
The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.
Sydney set to hit 33C in warmest start to spring since mid-1800s, while snow forecast in southern NSW
A total fire ban is in place for greater Sydney with extreme fire danger exacerbated by hot and windy conditions Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Summer heat is due to arrive early across much of eastern Australia with potentially record early
Tibet or Xizang? Why Real Madrid’s condolences for mudslide victims hurt China’s feelings
Beijing wants the world to call Tibet “Xizang”. But it takes more than a name change at home.
Malaysia PM Anwar to consider calling general election on an earlier date
For now, the government is prioritising efforts to revive the economy and improve the people’s well-being.
No, we are not on the eve of World War III
Every few months, someone — a general, a think tank, a cable news panel — declares that the world is edging toward a third world war. It happened after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. It happens again whenever Chinese warships circle Taiwan, whenever Israel and Iran trade
‘Tender Loving Care’ Review: Mike Leigh’s Tale of Social Workers, Lonely Hearts and Dementia Should Have Been a Fuller Portrait
Leigh doesn’t make any wrong moves here; just about every scene in the movie plays. Yet "Tender Loving Care" builds (or maybe I should say recedes) to something more schematic than it is powerful.
Major fire breaks out near Penang clan jetties
Low water pressure at the scene hampered firefighting efforts.
Wildfires spread near Indonesia's new capital, prompting calls for action
The biggest of the fires in Nusantara was at a forest park at Bukit Suharto - or Suharto Hill - where around 300 hectares have burned.
Tetris suggests White House 'Build the Wall' game infringes copyright
The Tetris Company appeared to warn the White House Friday that its new online arcade based on President Trump's policies may constitute copyright infringement. The site, launched Thursday, features games emulating the style of arcade classics. One of these video games, "Build
Study reveals pupils most at risk of school suspension and what may help them
School suspensions are associated with a complex combination of socioeconomic disadvantage, special educational needs, peer relationships and students' experiences of school, according to new research from The University of Manchester.
Flock says its cameras make US safer - so why are they being sabotaged?
The AI-powered cameras have been vandalised across the US, as citizens object to the growing surveillance network.
Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says
Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.
Pokémon Go Fest 2026 Mega Finale habitat schedule and event guide
Here's everything you need to know about Pokémon Go's big "Mega Finale" event, featuring the return of Armored Mewtwo.
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Laura Cress has the highlights from Gamescom, the biggest gaming convention in the world.
Trump order directs officials to consider stripping protections for gray wolves
Interior department given three months to decide whether wolves can be removed from endangered species list Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday directing the interior department to consider de-listing gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act and to contemplate
Ryan Gosling’s Near-Perfect Sci-fi Movie Officially Becomes an HBO Max Streaming Hit
Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford’s acclaimed sci-fi sequel Blade Runner 2049 has found a new streaming home on HBO Max.
September's schedule of new games, events, and updates refuses to let 2026 go down in history as a slow year for new releases
Well, the honor truly belongs to fall in general, but let's take this one month at a time.
Indian state gives taxi and tuk-tuk drivers a year to learn local language
A new rule making it mandatory for drivers to learn Marathi or lose their licence had sparked protests.
Meet Topic, the Indie Studio Dominating the Festival Circuit With ‘The Debut,’ ‘Club Kid,’ ‘Wicker’
Movies developed and financed outside of the major studios and streamers have a massive hill to climb. It happens that Topic Studios, one such independent shop, has made it all the way up the Rockies — with some of the year’s buzziest films in tow. On the ground at this
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Announcer Jim Thornton Fired After Investigation Into Allegations
A representative for Sony Pictures Television said Thornton's employment has been "terminated"
Federal judge declines to halt firings of Stars and Stripes staffers
A federal judge on Friday declined to stop the Pentagon's termination of three Stars and Stripes staffers for alleged insubordination, ruling they were not likely to succeed in their claims that the firings violated the First Amendment. Judge Trevor McFadden issued the decision
Halloween Horror Nights Opens at Universal Studios Hollywood With ‘Sinners,’ ‘Stranger Things 5’ and a Blood-Soaked Nikki From ‘Obsession’
Halloween has officially arrived at Universal Studios Hollywood. Halloween Horror Nights opened Thursday at the theme park where screams of excitement turned to screams of fright. Guests rushed into the park to face this year’s collection of haunted houses, which included the
Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ Hits Telluride, and Colleen Camp Could Be Its Secret Oscar Weapon
Jordan Firstman is hoping to join an exclusive club: the Oscars. And he might have someone on his team that can help him do it. “Club Kid,” Firstman’s directorial debut, arrived in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section and drew a six-minute standing ovation before A24 acquired it
Deadly floods of 2021—Researchers identify gaps in hazard mapping
The catastrophic flooding in July 2021 claimed the lives of more than 200 people in Germany and Belgium. The high death toll makes it clear that hazard mapping and risk communication must be improved urgently. Researchers at the University of Potsdam, the Helmholtz Centre for
Dolly Parton’s Sister Stella Speaks Out Against ‘AI and Endless Garbage’ Posted Online After Icon’s Death
Stella Parton urged people to "show more compassion and wisdom" moving forward
IDF launches new strikes in Lebanon, cites attempted Hezbollah drone attack
At least two people were reportedly killed in earlier Israeli strikes in Lebanon, and local authorities in northern Israel told residents to expect explosions and gunfire throughout the evening as part of 'routine' IDF activity
As Wardogs blows past 200k Steam concurrents, its developers are prepared for the day 'hype dies down'
"Doesn't make it a bad game, or even a problem."
Germany's far-right AfD bids for first taste of power in eastern vote
If it wins an outright majority in Saxony-Anhalt, it would be the first time a far-right party has held state-level power in Germany since World War Two.
Double Fine Boss Says ‘We Never Actively Tried To Make A Game We Thought Was Going To Lose Money’
Setting the record straight on making artsy games vs. ones that sell
How are AI chatbots answering voting questions?
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Nearly a third of AI chatbot replies to voting questions inaccurate, outdated: study Artificial intelligence chatbots are becoming a source for voters to ask questions about upcoming elections, but a new study determined nearly a
‘Silo’ Season 3 Finale: Rebecca Ferguson, Creator Graham Yost on That Twist and Why Juliette Is ‘S–t Scared!’ Going Into the Final Season
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from “Troy,” the Season 3 finale of “Silo,” now streaming on Apple TV. In the Season 3 finale of Apple TV’s “Silo,” an amnesia-stricken Juliette (Rebecca Ferguson) finally regains her memories just in time to declare war. But first,
Trump considers narrowing water pollution protections
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump considers narrowing water pollution protections The Trump administration on Friday said it will consider further narrowing protections for streams and wetlands under the Clean Water Act © Mike Catalini,
Judge denies bail, orders jail time for ex-Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin
A judge on Friday ordered former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (R) to serve 60 days in jail without bond after he was arrested on an outstanding warrant in a child support case involving his estranged wife. “He has over and over again demonstrated a complete disregard and utter
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder case, after jury deadlocks
The mistrial now puts the murder case - and Clancy's future - in limbo as to whether she will be held criminally liable in the deaths of her three kids.
Nirosta Steel Shares Statement After Social Media Activity Raises Concerns
Steven Hall, the veteran musician and Arthur Russell collaborator known as Nirosta Steel, experienced breakout success this year with the release of My Skyscraper , an album comprising recordings from across the past four decades, on the boutique indie label ULYSSA. But
Pennsylvania infant's death confirmed to have been caused by measles
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Pennsylvania infant confirmed to have died from measles Following vocal skepticism from federal health officials, one of the two suspected measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania last month
Ancient Coins Reveal a Wealth of Information About the Roman Republic
Change you can believe in The post Ancient Coins Reveal a Wealth of Information About the Roman Republic appeared first on Nautilus .
The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size
The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
Scientists overturn a theory about this shark’s strange head
Scientists have overturned a leading explanation for why male and female bonnethead sharks have differently shaped heads. Instead of males developing a pointed snout at maturity, both sexes actually begin with more pointed heads that become rounder with age, particularly in
Celebrate Labor Day by playing Civilization 7 for free
There's actually no connection to Labor Day that I can see, but Civ 7 is free to play until September 10, and it's on sale too.
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication
Beneath the Arctic Ocean is an orchestra featuring natural and human composers, from cracking sea ice and whistling beluga whales to humming shipping-vessel engines. Researchers from MIT Lincoln Laboratory heard some of this cacophony when analyzing data from commercial
OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
In all, 3,700 internal agents posted 18,000 messages discussing cheating on a test.
Nepal bet nearly everything on hydropower - the floods show why that's a problem
More than 10% of Nepal's energy generation capacity was knocked out by last week's floods.
