No More Blurry Images: Your Texts Are Getting an Upgrade
October 6, 2024
RCS lets you see read receipts, typing indicators and high-resolution images.
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The Hearing Aid Revolution That Wasn’t
October 5, 2024
Over-the-counter models have high return rates. Can Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 change things?
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
October 5, 2024
Read about Enghouse Systems, Bilibili, True Corp. and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
This Teenage Hacker Became a Legend Attacking Companies. Then His Rivals Attacked Him.
October 4, 2024
His life in cybercrime began at age 11, investigators say, and went on to incursions into Nvidia and “Grand Theft Auto.” His case has brought worries about a new breed of fearless young hackers.
AI to Have Human-Level Abilities in a Few Years, SoftBank CEO Says
October 3, 2024
Masayoshi Son reiterated his bullish forecasts for artificial intelligence in a speech that stressed advances made by OpenAI.
OpenAI Nearly Doubles Valuation to $157 Billion in Funding Round
October 3, 2024
The startup behind ChatGPT raised $6.6 billion from backers including Microsoft, SoftBank and Thrive Capital.
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
October 3, 2024
Find insight on BCE, STV Group, box-office results in China, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Tech, Media & Telecom sector.
Wittenberg University in Ohio cancels events, increases security after shooting threat
September 15, 2024
Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, said it is canceling campus activities and increasing police activity following a shooting threat.
56 days: Kamala Harris has yet to do formal press conference since emerging as Democratic nominee
September 15, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris hasn’t held a formal press conference with reporters since she became the presumptive and now official Democratic nominee.
Jenna Ortega says late Cameron Boyce stopped ‘uncomfortable’ audition kiss scene when they were teens
September 15, 2024
Jenna Ortega recalled how the late actor Cameron Boyce stopped an audition in which they were supposed to kiss when they were teens after noticing that she was "uncomfortable."
Fire alarm goes off during Florida State postgame after expensive, disastrous loss to Memphis
September 15, 2024
The fire alarm went off during Florida State's postgame press conference after its disastrous loss to Memphis, which the school payed $1.3 million to play.
Melania Trump blasts FBI’s Mar-a-Lago raid, says it serves as ‘warning to all Americans’
September 15, 2024
Former first lady Melania Trump blasted the FBI's 2022 raid of Mar-a-Lago in a video posted on her social media account Saturday morning and served it as "a warning to all Americans."
Singer John Legend lectures hometown to ’embrace’ Haitian migrants, dismisses pet-eating claims in Ohio city
September 15, 2024
Entertainer John Legend took to social media Thursday to critique Donald Trump’s widely debunked claims that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are eating residents' pets.
Arch Manning converts 2 touchdowns in 3 plays after coming off the bench for injured Texas starter
September 15, 2024
Arch Manning scored a touchdown on the longest play of his college career when he took off on a 67-yard touchdown run after a touchdown pass.
Alabama rolls over Wisconsin in Crimson Tide’s first visit to Madison in nearly a century
September 15, 2024
Wisconsin lost quarterback Tyler Van Dyke to injury in the first quarter Saturday, and the Badgers fell in a blowout to Alabama, 42-10.
Critics pan Kamala Harris’ TV interview, bewildering answers: ‘Talk is cheap’
September 15, 2024
Lawmakers, pundits share reactions after Vice President Harris was criticized Friday for a lengthy, rambling response about the economy.
Apalachee High School football team makes surprise visit to Falcons practice nine days after deadly shooting
September 15, 2024
The Apalachee High School football team visited the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. The student athletes made the special trip just over a week after a devastating school shooting.
Trump urges California GOP US Senate candidate Garvey to reach out for endorsement: ‘No chance’ without MAGA
September 15, 2024
Former President Trump said Friday that California Republican U.S. Senate candidate Steve Garvey made a "big mistake" not reaching out to him for an endorsement.
JD Vance cheered by college football fans with wife Usha in North Carolina
September 15, 2024
Republican VP candidate JD Vance made a trip to Greenville, North Carolina, Saturday with wife Usha for the East Carolina University football game.
‘SNL’ star Colin Jost admits buying Staten Island Ferry boat with Pete Davidson was his ‘dumbest’ purchase
September 15, 2024
Colin Jost shared his regrets over buying a Staten Island Ferry with Pete Davidson. The "SNL" star admitted that it was the "dumbest" purchase he "ever made in my life."
‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ cast praise Shannen Doherty for being ‘amazing example’ in cancer fight
September 15, 2024
During a 90s con panel on Saturday, Brian Austin Green, Gabrielle Carteris, Jennie Garth, and Ian Ziering spoke highly of Shannen Doherty's "incredibly brave" cancer fight.
Ravens rookie Nate Wiggins ruled out of game against Raiders days after being involved in car crash
September 15, 2024
Baltimore Ravens rookie Nate Wiggins continues to deal with a neck injury in the days since a car accident, which will prevent him from suiting up Sunday.
‘Baywatch’ star Carmen Electra says she was ‘homeless’ before rise to fame: ‘Lot of struggling’
September 15, 2024
Former Playboy model Carmen Electra opened up about her past struggles before she became a sex symbol in the 1990s.
Hiker mauled by bear, hospitalized with ‘extensive’ injuries: official
September 15, 2024
A 45-year-old man hiking in a remote part of Canada suffered "extensive" injuries after being mauled by a bear Friday morning, police said.
Joe Burrow reveals his opinion of Patrick Mahomes ahead of rivalry showdown
September 15, 2024
Joe Burrow was asked about facing Patrick Mahomes this week for the fifth time. Burrow is looking to maintain his success over the Chiefs.
LSU narrowly avoids upset when South Carolina misses last-second field goal
September 15, 2024
A touchdown from LSU running back Josh Williams with just over a minute remaining in the Tigers' game against South Carolina proved to be the difference maker.
Hit the road: New study suggests travel could delay aging, improve physical and mental health
September 15, 2024
A study from an Australian university found that travel and activities while traveling could delay the aging process and improve bodily systems.
Pat McAfee feeds steak to Nick Saban out of his hand on ESPN
September 15, 2024
Pat McAfee fed Nick Saban some tomahawk steak out of his hand during ESPN's "College GameDay" broadcast from South Carolina on Saturday.
Harris’ first solo interview proves candidate is ‘unprepared for office,’ say online critics
September 15, 2024
Social media users declared that Vice President Kamala Harris' first solo interview as a presidential candidate proved she is unqualified for office.
Russia expels 6 British diplomats it accuses of spying. The UK calls it ‘completely baseless’
September 15, 2024
As British PM Keir Starmer visited Washington on Friday for talks, Russia decided to expel six British diplomats over accusations of spying, a move the U.K. has called 'completely baseless.'
Military experts reject Harris’ claim of ‘no US soldiers in combat zones’ as misleading
September 15, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris has faced a number of criticisms following her debate against Donald Trump, including several fact checks about claims that many assessed as misleading.
Vietnam typhoon death toll rises to 233 as more bodies found in areas hit by landslides, flooding
September 15, 2024
As rescue workers recovered more bodies from parts of Vietnam hit by flash floods and landslides triggered by Typhoon Yagi, the death toll has risen to 233.
What Is AI Best at Now? Improving Products You Already Own
September 14, 2024
Apple and Google are showing how AI is really a feature in other products at this stage
Waymo to Offer Self-Driving Cars Only on Uber in Austin and Atlanta
September 13, 2024
The latest partnership between the companies comes as self-driving cars are gaining traction.
WHO approves first mpox vaccine to boost access in Africa
September 13, 2024
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the use of an mpox vaccine for the first time, which it says should facilitate “timely and increased access” for millions at risk in Africa where the latest outbreak has infected more than 20,000 so far ...
Iran: Repression of women ‘intensifying’, two years on from mass protests
September 13, 2024
The Iranian Government has intensified its efforts to suppress the fundamental rights of women and girls and crush remaining initiatives of women’s activism, UN Human Rights Council-appointed independent investigators warned in an update released on Fr...
Guterres calls for ‘culture of peace’ and global unity, as crises mount
September 13, 2024
Amid escalating global conflicts, deepening divisions and mounting crisis, the UN Secretary-General on Friday urged everyone around the world to “cultivate a culture of peace”.
Nigeria: Hundreds of thousands in need of aid as flooding wipes out homes – WFP
September 13, 2024
UN humanitarians are rushing to assist scores of newly displaced people in northeast Nigeria, after torrential rains caused a dam to collapse and flood the area, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) said on Friday.