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U.S. Lawmakers Blame Canada for Ruining Summer With Wildfire Smoke

gizmodo.com Ellyn Lapointe 2026-01-28 02:15:51

The Canadian province of Manitoba is suffering through its worst wildfire season in its history, and to add insult to injury, several U.S. lawmakers are complaining that smoke wafting south is making it difficult for Americans to enjoy summer. Six Republican Congress members shared their concerns in a letter addressed to Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman on Monday, July 7, asking for more information about how the government plans to mitigate wildfires and the smoke that travels south. Since

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Chat bubbles finally get the big-screen revamp they deserve in the Android Canary release

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-28 11:16:13

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Android is improving its chat bubble feature on large screen devices, pinning conversations to a new, more accessible “bubble bar” at the bottom corner. This new bubble bar remains discreetly hidden until you swipe up on it, which then expands the most recent chat bubble for you to view. While the feature is currently live for tablets and foldables in the latest Android Canary build, evidence suggests it could eventually come to phones. When you’re in

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I ditched my USB-C cables after trying out this 2-in-1 wireless charger, and it's on sale (but hurry)

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-01-28 11:38:55

Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Twelve South's HiRise 2 Deluxe It's a premium, 2-in-1 Qi2 wireless charging solution that's as minimal as it is practical. The price point might turn some people off. I'm a big fan of Twelve South's lineup of premium accessories. In a world full of cheap, disposable chargers and one-and-done cables, it feels good to invest in high-quality accessories with thoughtful design. Case in point: the new HiRise 2 Deluxe charging stand, a 2-in-1 device that

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Anker’s Laptop Power Bank Is on Sale Right Now for Prime Day (2025)

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-01-28 10:00:03

I have tested hundreds of portable chargers over the years, but the Anker Laptop Power Bank ($94, down from $135) is my current upgrade pick of the best power banks. It’s 30 percent off for Prime Day, and that’s the cheapest price I’ve seen for this charger. Remember, Prime Day ends tonight, so this deal won't last long. If you want something that can fast-charge your phone, juice up your tablet, and even refill your laptop, look no further. This chunky power bank is packing serious heat, with

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Experts Warn that People Are Losing Themselves to AI

futurism.com Unknown 2026-01-28 15:05:57

AI users are spiraling into severe mental health crises after extensive use of OpenAI's ChatGPT and other emotive, anthropomorphic chatbots — and health experts are taking notice. In a recent CBC segment about the phenomenon, primary care physician and CBC contributor Dr. Peter Lin explained that while "ChatGPT psychosis" — as the experience has come to be colloquially known — isn't an official medical diagnosis just yet, he thinks it's on its way. "I think, eventually, it will get there," sai

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3 excellent Pixel accessories I’d buy before the end of Prime Day (I already have them!)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-28 16:55:49

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Prime Day is almost over — I know this because I’m rushing to research the last few items I need to buy before their price goes back up. You, though, don’t have to do the extensive research because I’ve done it for you. I have three excellent accessories that I use every day with my Pixel 9 Pro XL, Watch 3, and Buds 2 Pro, and I’d recommend them in a heartbeat. Some of these are review units that I’d buy myself if I didn’t have them, some are items I’ve bought

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I finally found a wall charger than can replace my AirTag when I travel - and it's still on sale (but hurry)

zdnet.com Allison Jewell 2026-01-28 16:43:28

ZDNET's key takeaways Twelve South's PlugBug is a wall charger optimized for iOS, offering native Find My support. It's especially convenient for frequent flyers who are prone to misplacing their vital charging cables. The device is pricey but worth it for its bulk, versatility, and convenience. $129.95 at Apple The PlugBug Travel 120W is currently on sale during the last day of Amazon Prime Day for $85, which is $35, or 29% off its original price of $120. On my first trip abroad, one of my

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Anker's Laptop Power Bank Is on Sale Right Now for Prime Day (2025)

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-01-28 16:00:03

I have tested hundreds of portable chargers over the years, but the Anker Laptop Power Bank ($94, down from $135) is my current upgrade pick of the best power banks. It’s 30% off for Prime Day, and that’s the cheapest price I’ve seen for this charger. Remember, Prime Day ends tonight, so this deal won't last long. If you want something that can fast-charge your phone, juice up your tablet, and even refill your laptop, look no further. This chunky power bank is packing serious heat, with a smart

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Humanoids, AVs, and what’s next in AI hardware at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2026-01-28 16:00:00

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 hits Moscone West in San Francisco from October 27 to 29, bringing together 10,000+ startup and VC leaders for three days of bold ideas, groundbreaking tech, and future-shaping conversations. One of the most highly anticipated sessions happening on one of the two AI Stages will spotlight where AI hardware is heading next, featuring a live look at the robotics and autonomous systems pushing boundaries in real time. In this session, two of the field’s most visionary builde

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Snag this tiny Bluetooth speaker that delivers loud, distortion-free sound as a Prime Day discount

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-01-28 21:21:00

The Marshall Emberton III Bluetooth speaker sounds as good as it looks. Jack Wallen/ZDNET On Amazon, the Marshall Emberton III has dropped down $150, a 17% discount. Act fast because this is a limited-time deal. Also: The best Prime Day deals you can shop now ZDNET's key takeaways The Marshall Emberton III This tiny speaker can produce much louder sound than you might expect (without distortion), and the sound is quite detailed and accurate. The Marshall app doesn't include a custom EQ, wh

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AI chatbot’s simple ‘123456’ password risked exposing personal data of millions of McDonald’s job applicants

techcrunch.com Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai 2026-01-28 21:21:17

In Brief Security researchers found that they could access the personal information of 64 million people who had applied for a job at McDonald’s, in large part by logging into the company’s AI job hiring chatbot with the username and password “123456.” Ian Carroll and Sam Curry wrote in a blog post that “during a cursory security review of a few hours,” they found the password issue and another simple security vulnerability in an internal API, which allowed access to job applicants’ past conve

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Remember That Asteroid NASA Deflected in a Test of Saving Earth? We Have Bad News

futurism.com Unknown 2026-01-29 00:57:01

In late 2022, NASA celebrated its Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) as a massive success, a proof of concept for saving humanity in case a similar space rock were to ever head straight for Earth. The small spacecraft smashed into asteroid Didymos' moonlet Dimorphos at a violent 14,000 mph, knocking it severely off course. But three years later, astronomers found that the collision had some unintended consequences. As detailed in a paper published last week in the Planetary Science Journa

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YouTube is killing its Trending page a decade after its debut

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-29 06:44:34

Damien Wilde / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube is sunsetting its Trending page a decade after its launch. The company has urged users to rely on personalized recommendations and YouTube Charts to discover trending content. The Trending page and Trending Now list will be removed across all platforms on July 21. YouTube is pulling the plug on its Trending page, about a decade after its debut. The page and the Trending Now list will be removed across all platforms later this month, and the comp

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Prime Day deals include up to 50 percent off Shark robot vacuums

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-29 06:20:35

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The well-regarded AI Ultra robovac is down to $298 during the last day of the sale. Shark robot vacuums are on sale for Prime Day and there are some good deals to be had. For instance, the AI Ultra is on sale for just $298. This is 50 percent off, as the regular price is $599. This i

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Gboard could return to basics with a numpad-inspired layout for certain languages (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-29 17:56:54

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a compact keyboard layout as part of Gboard for typing in Hindi. This new layout places characters from the Hindi alphabet across a grid of ten buttons. Each button can hold up to five characters, which can be inserted by swiping in their respective directions. Google has been working to bring several new changes to the Gboard app on Android, empowering it with more AI chops. More recently, we’ve learned about a new, more concise

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The day someone created 184 billion Bitcoin (2020)

news.ycombinator.com Decrypt 2026-01-29 09:51:51

In brief In August 2010, someone exploited a flaw in Bitcoin’s code to create 184 billion Bitcoin. The bug was quickly corrected by Bitcoin’s anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The person behind the "value overflow incident" exploit remains unknown. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENE There will only ever be 21 million Bitcoin. We’re not too far off—around 18 and a half million Bitcoin are already in circulation. But on the 15th of August, 2010, that limit was des

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The best Anker Prime Day deals: Last chance to save on power banks, chargers and mobile accessories

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-29 16:00:36

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . You may not be looking to spend big on tech this Prime Day, but it's still a good idea to look for tech essentials during the shopping event while you can get some at good discounts. Anker makes some of our favorite charging gear and I always end up picking up an accessory or two durin

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LLM Inference Handbook

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-29 12:40:32

On this page Introduction LLM Inference in Production is your technical glossary, guidebook, and reference - all in one. It covers everything you need to know about LLM inference, from core concepts and performance metrics (e.g., Time to First Token and Tokens per Second), to optimization techniques (e.g., continuous batching and prefix caching) and operation best practices. Practical guidance for deploying, scaling, and operating LLMs in production. Focus on what truly matters, not edge cas

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How I personalized my ChatGPT conversations - why it's a game changer

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2026-01-29 20:30:00

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ChatGPT offers several ways to customize and personalize your conversations. You can share details about your life, including your name, your profession, or other tidbits. You're able to tell it what traits it should possess, such as patience, sympathy, or understanding. You can add and save certain facts about yourself and tell it to reference memories from past conversations. That all sounds helpful. But what does ChatGPT do with the information it knows about yo

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DC Is Considering Spinoff Shows for ‘Superman’ Supporting Characters

gizmodo.com Germain Lussier 2026-01-29 16:39:56

Superman has barely taken off in theaters, but two of its supporting characters already could be moving ahead. A new report from the Wall Street Journal says that DC Studios president and Superman writer-director James Gunn is considering spinoffs centering on Mister Terrific, played by Edi Gathegi, as well as Jimmy Olsen, played by Skyler Gisondo. io9 has reached out to Warner Bros. for comment or clarification and will update this story if or when we hear back. The move makes sense, though, s

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$8.8 trillion protected: How one CISO went from ‘that’s BS’ to bulletproof in 90 days

venturebeat.com Louis Columbus 2026-01-29 21:18:23

Want smarter insights in your inbox? Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get only what matters to enterprise AI, data, and security leaders. Subscribe Now VentureBeat’s exclusive interview with Sam Evans, CISO of Clearwater Analytics, reveals why enterprise browsers are quickly becoming the frontline defense against shadow AI in its many forms. Evans faced a critical challenge in October 2023. Standing before Clearwater Analytics’ board, he had to confront concerns that employees might inadv

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Turkey bans Grok over Erdoğan insults

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-29 21:28:31

The news comes as Grok faces widespread blowback over Nazi statements it produced in recent days. | Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images X’s chatbot under fire in Poland, too, over insulting comments targeted at Prime Minister Donald Tusk. A Turkish court on Wednesday blocked access to chatbot Grok, operated by Elon Musk’s xAI, after it generated offensive responses about President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, founder of the republic Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and religious values. The news comes as G

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Netflix Jumped In on the Shark Week Action in July, Landing Two New Hits

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-29 20:00:03

Every week, Netflix unveils its Top 10 lists for the week before, ranking TV shows and movies by viewership. One of this week's most-streamed movies is Shark Whisperer, a documentary about marine conservationist Ocean Ramsey (her given name), who regularly swims with sharks and encourages others to do so to educate people. That film, along with another new shark-related title, the reality competition series All the Sharks (currently trending at No. 2 in Kids TV on the platform), arrived in the p

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Best Power Bank for iPhones in 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-29 20:02:00

MyCharge Superhero MagLock: MyCharge calls its line of magnetic power banks Superhero MagLock, implying that they're real saviors. I was impressed by their design. Not only do the batteries, which come in various capacities and colors, have strong magnets and stick really well to the back of any MagSafe-enabled iPhone, but they have raised coils, which are supposed to help reduce heat levels while charging. It does seem to work. All the MagLock batteries charge Qi-enabled iPhones at 5 watts, alt

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Study: Apple’s newest AI model flags health conditions with up to 92% accuracy

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-01-30 02:10:07

A new Apple-supported study argues that your behavior data (movement, sleep, exercise, etc.) can often be a stronger health signal than traditional biometric measurements like heart rate or blood oxygen. To prove it, the researchers developed a foundation model trained on behavioral data collected from wearables, and it performed surprisingly well. Here are the details. This preprint paper, Beyond Sensor Data: Foundation Models of Behavioral Data from Wearables Improve Health Predictions, comes

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‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ Is Getting a Third Season Because Capitalism Is Inevitable

gizmodo.com Cheryl Eddy 2026-01-29 22:20:57

The fictional Squid Game as we know it is over—for now, at least—but Netflix would like you to remember that it has an offshoot reality competition that’s still very much active. On the heels of announcing that Squid Game: The Challenge season two will drop November 4, the streamer has also let it be known it’s now accepting applications for season three. The first season of Squid Game: The Challenge weathered its share of controversy; not only did its very existence fly in the face of the fict

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Nathan Fillion Teases Guy Gardner’s Path From ‘Superman’ to ‘Lanterns’

gizmodo.com Sabina Graves 2026-01-30 06:20:04

With the release of the James Gunn-helmed Superman, the start of this era of DC Studios is set to make a summer blockbuster debut. And in it, we’ll meet a new slew of superhero characters, including the first Green Lantern within this DCU, Guy Gardner, as played by Nathan Fillion. Fillion is no stranger to the Green Lantern Corps., as the actor has a history of portraying the more iconically recognized hero Hal Jordan in Warner Bros. Animation’s straight-to-video animated DC films. Now, he’s se

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Prime Day Deal: These Bluetooth Headphones Have Great Style, Unbelievable Battery and They've Never Been Cheaper

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-30 04:10:00

Amazon Prime Day sale: Marshall's Major V headphones are worth it even at full price, but right now they're at an all-time low price of $100 -- or around 38% off -- during Prime Day. I might not be a true battle-tested headphone expert like CNET's David Carnoy, but I still love headphones and I'm confident in what I like about them. My most recent pickup, the Marshall Major V on-ear bluetooth headphones, quickly became a pair that I adore. What is Marshall? Marshall is a British audio hardwar

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Prime Day Deal: These Bluetooth Headphones Have Great Style and Unbelievable Battery, and They've Never Been Cheaper

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-30 10:10:00

Amazon Prime Day sale: Marshall's Major V headphones are worth it even at full price, but right now they're at an all-time low price of $100 -- or around 38% off -- during Prime Day. I might not be a true battle-tested headphone expert like CNET's David Carnoy, but I still love headphones and I'm confident in what I like about them. My most recent pickup, the Marshall Major V on-ear bluetooth headphones, quickly became a pair that I adore. What is Marshall? Marshall is a British audio hardwar

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Android’s first Canary build adds screen saver features made for phones with Qi2

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-30 16:58:05

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is improving Android’s screen saver with new activation and display options in the latest Android Canary build. New settings can trigger the screen saver only when upright and charging, with a further option to restrict it to wireless charging. A “low light mode” has also been added, which displays a dim clock in the dark regardless of your chosen screen saver. Earlier today, Google launched its Android Canary program, which replaces the previo

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