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Highway Executive Given 12-Year Sentence Over Deadly Bridge Collapse in Italy

Giovanni Castellucci oversaw a company that managed the Morandi Bridge in Genoa when it fell down in 2018, killing 43 people.

All sprites in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3

Sprites are back in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3, but, this time, they have revamped abilities. Here's every sprite's ability and how they work.

Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint

Uber has agreed to acquire Delivery Hero in a $14.8 billion all-stock deal that would nearly double the company’s global footprint and create one of the world’s largest food delivery platforms outside China.

German Man Accused of Drugging and Filming the Rape of 14 Women

The case has drawn comparisons to the Pelicot trial in France, which started a discussion across Europe about sexual assault and consent.

Your OnePlus phone is switching to ColorOS, whether you like it or not

OnePlus has confirmed that OxygenOS is being retired in favor of ColorOS, with eligible devices worldwide set to receive the option to update once ColorOS 17 rolls out.

The Open 2026: DeChambeau and Scheffler make strong starts on day one at Birkdale – live

️Updates from the first-round action at Royal Birkdale️Official leaderboard | R&A gets tough | And mail usBob Mac aside, it’s still a wee while until some of the more fancied stars take to the course. Time for a little scene setting, then. Ladies...

This Sam's Club Mystery Dessert Has Adventurous Shoppers Running To The Bakery

Of the new and unique bakery items that Sam's Club launched recently, this mystery dessert is piquing the interest of some shoppers with adventurous taste buds.

Google renames NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook and expands code execution to Pro users

Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook, folding one of its most popular AI products into the Gemini brand while keeping it as a standalone tool. The company said on Thursday that the rebrand reflects how deeply the research assistant has...

Ava DuVernay to make Netflix documentary 14th on birthright citizenship

The film-maker behind Selma and 13th will focus on the 14th amendment for a new film out later this year as Donald Trump targets those protected by itAva DuVernay announced on Thursday that she has made a documentary for Netflix on the 14th...

Former pardon attorney slams Todd Blanche nomination for AG: ‘Do not degrade our justice system further’ – live

Liz Oyer blasts Todd Blanche’s testimony to Senate judiciary committee: ‘I declined to rubber stamp a political favor for a friend of the president, and it cost me my job’Sign up for the Breaking News US emailThe average price of diesel fuel in the...

World Cup 2026: UK government backs calls for Fifa to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner; Tuchel takes blame amid criticism of tactics – as it happened

All the reaction from England’s semi-final defeat, as the UK government calls for Fifa to investigate Argentina over a Falklands banner displayed after the gameThomas Tuchel had already shown this week he’s not someone who is prone to mere...

The no-regrets sedan more buyers should consider

The best sedan isn't always the fastest—it's the one you'll still love owning years later.

GTA 6 sales could hit $5.2 billion in first week — 5 times GTA 5

Rockstar Games is tipped to sell more than 50 million copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 at launch, according to new analysis of pre-order sales.

Would-Be Platner Replacements in Maine Rally Around “Abolish ICE” (or Something Close)

After ICE killed Maine father Johan Sebastián Guerrero, most of the serious candidates to replace Platner called for abolishing or “dismantling” ICE. The post Would-Be Platner Replacements in Maine Rally Around “Abolish ICE” (or Something Close)...

Andy Serkis, Why Do You Suck Now?

The motion capture actor, director, and creator has been on a spree lately of saying and doing some questionable things

Finally, a Brutally Honest Anime About the Forbidden Love of Fighting Games

'Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games' is chock full of johns, pop offs, scrublord-worthy quotes, and demure girls hopping on some good-ass 'Street Fighter 6.'

The mind-bending sci-fi masterpiece that inspired Christopher Nolan's trippiest thriller is free to stream

Satoshi Kon's last completed film, Paprika, perfected Kon's dream world, a topic he addressed in many of his films.

Don’t Watch the Clock When You Can’t Sleep (and Focus on This Instead)

Relaxation is almost as good as sleep—and you're probably getting more sleep than you realize.

Newsletter platform Beehiiv’s now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI

Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics

Pokémon Go Times Square Mewtwo are being resold for thousands, despite anger

The legendary commemorating Pokémon Go's 10th anniversary is fetching high prices on sites like eBay

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Escalate Attacks, While Hinting at Diplomacy

As the renewed fighting entered its sixth day, both sides appeared to leave the door open to more negotiations to end the war.

SWISSto12 raised $70M, and it is that rare thing: a profitable space startup

Most space-hardware startups raise money because they are burning it. SWISSto12 raised $70m while turning a profit, an unusual thing in the satellite business. The Swiss company closed the €61m round days after ESA member states put $84.8m into its...

How the NYT Reported on Khamenei’s Funeral in Iran

Our correspondent talked about the challenges of covering major news while under surveillance and filing his work without reliable internet access.

Generative AI Remains Controversial in the West, but Its Use Is Nearly Universal Among Japan’s Online Game Studios

The JOGA 2026 annual report on Japan’s online gaming market states that every developer included in its survey is already using generative artificial intelligence. The research covered companies working on online games rather than studios devoted...

Some Anime Fans Call For Boycott As Crunchyroll Nukes Store And Locks Physical Merch Behind A Paywall

Will the death of PlayStation discs extend to Crunchyroll Blu-rays?

Mortal Shell 2's physical edition sells out in wake of Sony's controversial announcement

It turns out people do want physical games, as the developers behind the upcoming Soulslike just found out

Tell us: have you been affected by the spread of wildfire smoke in the US and Canada?

We would like to hear about the impact of the smoke spreading from the wildfires in northern Ontario, CanadaThe smoke from more than 100 active wildfires northern Ontario has spread to cities across the north-east US, including New York.Environment...

X cracks down on creators who steal content

X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.

Aston Martin Designed Its Wildest SUV Just For Call Of Duty

Called the Dreadnought, this V12-powered military-spec SUV will only be drivable in "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4."

Xpeng’s L03 is the first Chinese EV to put proprietary AI driving chips in a mass-market car

Xpeng debuted the L03 on Wednesday in Munich, launching its most internationally ambitious electric vehicle simultaneously across 65 markets. The coupe-SUV is built around the company’s proprietary Turing AI chips, with every trim shipping at least...

Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in Ukraine

A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.

Reddit user creates Steam 'game cartridge' system to fight back against all-digital future

A gamer created a Steam setup that boots games from external SSDs.

Its official: OnePlus smartphones will no longer be sold in U.S. and Europe

One of the best options for affordable flagship phones could stop selling its wares in the West as soon as this week.

Cool, calm and creepy-crawly: reporter unfazed by cockroach cameo on live TV

Rachel Menitoff praised for her professionalism as giant insect lands on her during on-camera reportViewers of a now-viral video are sharing their amazement at a TV reporter who maintained her composure during a live broadcast after a huge flying...

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Fireworks raised $1.5bn on a bet that companies will build AI, not rent it

The AI economy has run on a simple habit: rent a model from a big lab. Fireworks just raised $1.5bn to argue the opposite, that every company will build intelligence of its own. The Series D values the San Mateo startup at $17.5bn, it said....

People Lucky Enough to Have 70mm IMAX ‘Odyssey’ Tickets Now Get an Extra Bonus

Call it a nice slice of desert as the opening sequence of Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Three' is exclusively attached.

5 Netflix movies to keep you sane during your next long-haul flight

Binge a whole franchise or watch that cool movie no one likes but you these Netflix picks will make your next long-haul flight fly by.

What OnePlus Exiting the US Market Means for Current Users

Even if you don't own a OnePlus device, their exit might impact your future purchases.

For the First Time, These Shokz Bone Conduction Headphones Are Under $100

Shokz makes some of the best bone conduction headphones.

OnePlus ends phone releases in US and Europe, further reducing smartphone choice

OnePlus promises to continue supporting the phones it's already released.

Google AI Mode now integrates with Canva, YouTube Music and Instacart

You can now make playlists, design flyers and compile shopping lists using AI in Search.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 leaks, looks very familiar

Leaks suggest that the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 smartphone from Samsung doesn't look all that different from the current model.

Former boss of Italian motorways sentenced to 12 years over Genoa bridge tragedy

Giovanni Castellucci among 32 people convicted over the 2018 Morandi Bridge collapse, which killed 43Thirty-two people, including the former chief executive of Italy’s motorway operator, have been convicted over the 2018 collapse of a Genoa bridge...

Sable raised $45 million from Sequoia to build an AI that runs product demos instead of humans

Sable has raised $45 million from Sequoia Capital and 8VC to build an AI system called Aidan that runs live product demonstrations, answers customer questions in real time, and switches between languages mid-conversation. The company, which is less...

I’ve spent years testing air purifiers – these three are the best to detox the air in your home

Wildfire smoke, pet dandruff and cooking fumes can all pollute the air in your home. Winix, Shark and Dyson make the top air purifiers to fix thatThe best bath towels of 2026 in the US, from fluffy to quick drying – testedSign up for the Filter US...

Hegseth Mandates Widespread Testosterone Screening for US Troops

The Secretary of War thinks low T is a major threat to men's health. Here's what the evidence actually shows.

This YouTuber Is Building A Brand New 1967 Ford Mustang From The Ground Up

Ever wanted a brand-new 1967 Ford Mustang? Well ride along with this YouTuber as they show you how to build your very own classic from scratch.

Disney's most ambitious fantasy adventure is a #1 streaming hit for a brutally obvious reason

John Musker and Ron Clements original animated musical Moana has become a streaming hit, surpassing its dud of a live-action remake.

Does Linux really run faster than Windows? I tested both to find out

Spoiler alert: Tux has wings.

Trump made $1.4bn from crypto in one year. Is Justin Sun the man that helped him do it?

The entrepreneur is known in Washington as the financial power behind the president’s crypto fortune. How did Sun’s business love-in with the Trump family spiral into dueling lawsuits?The most infamous financial scandal in US presidential history –...

Take $200 off the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 robot vacuum and mop, and forget that floor cleaning was ever a chore

The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $799.99, down from the list price of $999.99. That's a 20% discount.

Ukraine’s Ousted Defense Minister Attacks the Military’s Old Guard

Mykhailo Fedorov defended his efforts to modernize the Ukrainian armed forces as thousands of people protested his dismissal.

Could China and Russia really destroy Starlink? Only with a boomerang.

"We will likely have similar concerns and discussions when China fields its Starlink-like constellation."

An OLED iPad mini could finally arrive this year

Apple will reportedly refresh the iPad mini this fall and the rest of its iPad lineup in the first half of 2027.

One Trailer Has Comments Turned Off As PlayStation’s YouTube Channel Is Flooded With Outrage

No game is safe from the physical game supporters in PlayStation's YouTube comments section

Kalshi Is Set to Start Taking Bets on Drug Trials

The landscape for potential market manipulation keeps expanding.

Bunkerhill Health raised $55M to put AI agents to work inside hospitals

The hard part of medical AI was never the model. It was getting a hospital to actually run it. Bunkerhill Health has raised fresh money to close that gap. The startup closed a $25m Series B led by Khosla Ventures, it told Fortune in an exclusive....

Inquest reopened into death of 14-year-old boy after ‘TikTok blackout challenge’

Landmark high court ruling calls for fresh inquiry into Jools Sweeney’s death to allow for previously omitted social media evidenceThe inquest into the death of a 14-year-old boy, whose mother believes he died after a TikTok challenge gone wrong,...

Apple Thinks It’s Time You Care About the iPad mini Again

Apple could be adding OLED, but it may not look as good as your iPhone display.

Italian officials handed jail terms for Genoa bridge disaster that killed 43

The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.

AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M

Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.

A Mouse Made Me Cry In VR Nine Years Ago And It’s Just Not The Same On Console

There's a wall built up between us

NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook, with 3.5 + Antigravity upgrade coming to AI Pro

Google announced today that NotebookLM is now called “Gemini Notebook” and previewed upcoming features that users can soon expect.

Google is turning Search into your personal shopping and music assistant with AI Mode

You don't have to use the Gemini app to get things done.

How flash memory killed IBM's most impressive engineering feat in just three years

IBM solved portable storage with a tiny mechanical drive, then flash memory ruined everything

‘House of the Dragon’ Feels Like It’s Trying to Get Its Adaptation Back on Track

Midway through its penultimate season, HBO’s George R.R. Martin series has turned its attention to making sure its endgame makes sense.

NotebookLM just got a new name and a serious upgrade for Google AI Pro subscribers

Google has rechristened NotebookLM as Gemini Notebook, and the rebrand comes with an expansion of the upgrades that debuted on the Ultra tier last month.

Google's NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook

Google already baked NotebookLM into Gemini, now it's changing the name to reflect the tighter integration

NotebookLM Has a New Name and a Few Other Changes

Google is rebranding one of its most useful AI tools.

Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps

With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly.

Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook

Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search.

Forget Italian Sausage: Make This Meat Swap For A 10x Richer Lasagna

Italian sausage may be the classic go-to meat for lasagna, but it's far from the only option. If richer flavor is what you're after, try this instead.

Apple is preparing an OLED iPad mini for October as its tablet lineup expands

Apple is preparing the biggest overhaul of its iPad mini in half a decade, with plans to release a version featuring an OLED display by October, according to people familiar with the matter. The current model has kept the same design since 2021,...

Apple TV sets release date for Stillwater’s fifth season

Apple TV announced today that its Peabody and Emmy Award-winning mindfulness series Stillwater will return next month for a new season. Here are the details.

All 'Italian Exotics' Series 3 challenges and rewards in Forza Horizon 6

Here are all the Forza Horizon 6 Series 3 "Italian Exotics" challenges and rewards, as well as the requirements for each one.

Energy IPOs surge as investors hunt for ways to play AI boom

Companies coming to market are raising money at fastest pace this century.

Fans Are Keeping The Dream Of Love And Deepspace’s Canceled Wolf Boyfriend Alive With Custom Dildos

Valko fans are showing their support around the world by organizing a boycott, buying billboard ads, and donating to charitable causes in his name

3 magical Home Assistant projects to try this weekend (July 17-19)

You're a wizard, Home Assistant.

Meta AI will bring parents into the loop when teens mention self-harm

Meta is adding parental alerts and human review to sensitive AI conversations involving teens who may be at risk of self-harm.

Shikisai-no-Oka location in Forza Horizon 6.

Shikisai-no-Oka is a landmark in Forza Horizon 6. Here's where you can find the flower field to complete your journal.

As Argentina Holds Up Falklands Banner on Defeating England, Here’s What to Know About the War

Argentina and Britain fought a bloody war over the islands in 1982. Decades later, the dispute suffuses matches between England and Argentina.

Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line

DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward software designed for AI agents instead of just humans.

UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group

Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan transit system.

Microsoft is rebuilding its security business around AI, and cutting hundreds

Microsoft is the biggest seller of cybersecurity software on the planet. Now it is tearing that business up and rebuilding it around AI. The overhaul means more AI security tools, fewer traditional products, and merged engineering teams. It has...

The Essentials About Mykhailo Fedorov, the Ousted Ukrainian Minister

Mr. Fedorov became the youthful face of Ukraine’s successful drone warfare program. The move to replace him has prompted street protests.

Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research

One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among these apps.

Why is OpenAI selling a ChatGPT basketball?

You may have heard that OpenAI released its first piece of hardware this week. You may not have heard about the ChatGPT basketball.

Summer Nangan treasure hunt location in Forza Horizon 6

The summer treasure hunt is located in the Nangan region of Forza Horizon 6. Here's its exact location and how to reach it.

GOES-19 Goes Down, NOAA Investigating

Some breaking news from geostationary orbit, as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced that its newest Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) satellite unexpectedly went offline last night, …read...

This open-source app turned my terminal into a to-do list

The missing piece between "I'll do it later" and actually finishing your work lives right inside your terminal.

This Safari Extension Can Block Unwanted Content on Any Website

Avoid spoilers, negative news, or topics you don't care about.

This 77-inch Samsung OLED TV is $1,700 cheaper than when it debuted in 2025

The Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV has dropped to a new record-low price of $1,299.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Samsung.

Deals: AirPods with ANC from $119, AirPods Pro 3, MacBook Pro up to $400 off, Thunderbolt 5 Dock, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, but we also have AirPods 4 with ANC hitting best price in months at Amazon today, as well as a chance to land a set Apple Watch Series 11 lineup and a rare...

The Uprising trailer sees Andrew Garfield leading the Peasants Revolt

Directed by Paul Greengrass, "The Uprising" follows one of the defining moments of English radicalism in history.

The Caribou Trail – War And Peacelessness

War And Peacelessness The post The Caribou Trail – War And Peacelessness appeared first on theGeek.games.

Motorola's neweset phones dethroned Samsung, and these 6 features prove it

In this galaxy, Motorola is making better phones.

Personal Intelligence in Search now connects to Google Calendar

Google AI Mode now connects with Calendar, letting Search create events and deliver responses tailored to your schedule and availability.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Is Pouring Into the US. Here’s What to Expect

Hundreds of fires are burning out of control, and several factors could help bring more smoke to the U.S. for days or even weeks to come.

AppleCare One warranty bundle just became an even better value for customers

While Apple’s latest AppleCare+ price increase for Mac and iPad is small in isolation, it makes AppleCare One an even better value. Apple increasing the price of Mac and iPad hardware also makes warranty coverage a stronger consideration.