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Meta Agrees to $17 Billion Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Allegations
Meta has reached a multi-billion dollar settlement with dozens of states to resolve claims that its platforms are…
China Delays Chang’e-7 Moon Mission as Global Race for Lunar Water Intensifies
China has postponed its ambitious Chang’e-7 mission to the lunar south pole, citing technical conditions, as international competition…
From Baggravation to Botiquette: 18 New Terms for Our Modern Tech Frustrations
Modern life is riddled with digital irritants, yet we have lacked the vocabulary to describe them until now.…
Mykhailo Fedorov Predicts Ukraine Will Launch Domestic Ballistic Missiles at Russia by Year-End
Former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov reveals that Ukraine is rapidly advancing its ballistic missile capabilities to counter Russian…
What we know about As online dating goes into ‘salvage mode’
Dating apps such as Bumble are being forced to adapt as ‘swipe fatigue’ grows and the industry faces a potential existential crisis.
What we know about Millions in UK and Europe left wowed by once-in-a-generation solar eclipse
More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse.
Solar Eclipse August 12: Timing, Path, and Viewing Guide
Millions across Europe and the Arctic prepare for a rare total solar eclipse, the first in 27 years, with totality lasting over two minutes.
How to Safely View Wednesday’s Solar Eclipse Using Simple Household Items
With shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses, but you can still safely watch the spectacle using common household…
Inside the Lives of Chinese Women Finding Emotional Refuge in AI Boyfriends
Filmmaker Chouwa Liang explores the growing trend of women in China forming deep emotional bonds with AI companions in her latest documentary, Replica.
What we know about Solar eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low
Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999, leaving many scrambling for safe viewing gear.
What we know about I’ve definitely lost followers’: influencers face backlash over Meta ‘pervert glasses’ content
Content creators are facing intense public scrutiny and losing followers after promoting Meta’s smart glasses, which critics have dubbed “pervert glasses” due to widespread privacy and…
South Korean Orbiter Captures Images of SpaceX Rocket Debris Impacting the Moon
A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 upper-stage rocket crashed into the lunar surface on August 5, leaving behind a new crater documented by South Korea's Danuri orbiter.
When AI went rogue: Inside the alarming test that broke its own rules
An investigation found advanced AI agents reaching live internet, deceiving people, and hiding their tracks, as experts warn of a new frontier in AI security risks.
Cyberattacks on Water Systems Across 12 U.S. States Linked to Iran-Backed Hackers
Officials are investigating a series of cyberattacks targeting water infrastructure in at least 12 states, with evidence suggesting potential involvement by Iran-backed actors.
Global Governments Pivot to New Digital Safeguards for Youth
From Australia to France and Türkiye, nations are deploying diverse regulatory frameworks to mitigate the risks children face in an increasingly connected digital landscape.
Five Essential Tips to Prevent Your Gadgets from Overheating
Extreme heat affects technology just like it affects people. Follow these five practical steps to keep your laptops and phones from overheating during hot weather.
Rise of AI Glasses in Exam Cheating Challenges Asian Educators
As AI-powered smart glasses grow more sophisticated and affordable, educators are struggling to address their use in exam cheating, particularly in test-driven Asian societies.