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Tech - VentureBeat
The human factor: How companies can prevent cloud disasters
Let's explore human engineering techniques that have worked at scale across the most successful tech companies in history.2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Humanity would watch helplessly as space junk multiplies uncontrollably’: has the number of satellite launches reached a tipping point?
From chaotic collisions to depletion of the ozone layer, the thousands of satellites in orbit around Earth have the potential to wreak havoc in coming decades. What are the solutions to a growing ...10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
David Lammy raises human rights and Ukraine in Beijing talks
Foreign secretary discussed China’s treatment of Uyghurs and support of Russia as well as ‘areas of cooperation’. David Lammy pressed his Chinese counterpart on human rights concerns and China’s ...12 hours ago - Ukraine -
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Science - The New York Times
How Neanderthals and Other Early Humans Evolved to Eat Starch
Two new studies found that ancient human ancestors carried a surprising diversity of genes for amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Trump responds to Harris attacks: ‘I am the most stable human being’
Former President Trump on Friday responded to a barrage of attacks from Vice President Harris that he's "unstable" and "unhinged," telling Fox News he's "the most stable human being." Trump ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
3 More Stolen Watches Are Found
Benoît Mintiens of Ressence thought he would never recover his cherished prototype watches that were among 14 taken from his home in a 2014 robbery. But then he got a message.Yesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
In Watches, the Shape Is the Thing
After decades of classic round contours, geometric, Brutalist and frankly fantastical forms have stolen the spotlight.Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Watch Rita Ora's emotional tribute to Liam Payne
Rita Ora held back tears performing "For You" at her concert in Japan, a song she recorded with Liam Payne.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
The evolutionary history of humans' ability to eat starch
How humans developed the ability to digest starch: A study offers insight into the evolution of amylase genes, which are key to breaking down some carbs.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Global water cycle off balance for 'first time in human history': Report
The world’s water cycle is out of balance ”for the first time in human history,” according to a new report. The Global Commission on the Economics of Water, which is made up of global experts, ...2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Mitch McConnell privately called Trump a 'despicable human' and unfit for office, new book says
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has endorsed Donald Trump for president this year but privately called him "stupid" and unfit for office.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Tech - VentureBeat
Archetype AI’s Newton model learns physics from raw data—without any help from humans
Archetype AI's 'Newton' model learns physics from sensor data, promising breakthroughs in industrial applications and scientific discovery.2 days ago -
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Business - Financial Times
Lammy to raise human rights and support for Russia on China trip
UK foreign secretary keen to boost engagement with Beijing as well as address concerns in potential reset to relations2 days ago - China -
World - ABC News
Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity, prosecutor says
Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity, prosecutor says2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomes baby tiger
Baby Basko is a critically endangered Sumatran tiger cub.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Human rights groups condemn EU summit with Saudi crown prince
Mohammed bin Salman attends Brussels meeting six years after the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Human rights activists have condemned the EU’s decision to host the Saudi crown prince, Mohammed bin ...3 days ago - European Union -
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Politics - NBC News
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate between Democrat Rep. Colin Allred and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The two discussed their stances on abortion laws, the border and response to the Jan. ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
David Lammy urged to raise human rights concerns on China trip
Exclusive: Group of UK MPs says foreign secretary must ‘engage with China as it really is’ amid rapprochement drive. David Lammy must “engage with China as it really is under the leadership of Xi ...3 days ago - China -
Politics - The Hill
Watch: Trump courts voters in Atlanta with focus on economy
Former President Trump campaigned Tuesday evening in the battleground state of Georgia, with his speech in Atlanta to focus on the economy, according to his campaign. During the rally, Trump was ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R) will face challenger ...4 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Singer takes a tumble during concert
Olivia Rodrigo shocked fans in Melbourne, Australia, after she fell into a hole on the stage. She later posted on social media, saying she was doing fine after the incident.4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
How the UN Human Rights Council promotes dictatorships over human rights
The UN Human Rights Council has elected some of the world's most oppressive regimes, including Qatar, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia, to its membership, leading to a mockery of its ...4 days ago - United Nations -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: Walz campaigns in battleground Pennsylvania
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, is holding campaign events in the critical swing state of Pennsylvania Tuesday, with just three weeks left until the election. His ...4 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Ronaldo designs career-inspired luxury watches
Cristiano Ronaldo has unveiled his own watch collection that feature outlines of his iconic moments in his football career on the clock face.4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Harrison Ford keeps working for ‘human contact’. Could he be any more beloved?
The man is a living legend with nothing left to prove, he doesn’t need to work other than for the simple pleasure of being around talented people – and it’s a joy to watch. Imagine for a moment ...4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Human rights groups urge Polish PM to shelve plan to suspend right to asylum
More than 60 NGOs including Holocaust memorial group tell Donald Tusk region’s volatility ‘doesn’t exempt us from humanity’. Human rights organisations and a Holocaust memorial group have urged the ...4 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Ohio police officer 'attacked' by inflatable pumpkin
Ohio police responding to reports of a runaway pumpkin arrived to find a giant inflatable Halloween decoration blocking traffic.4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Life and Death in Gaza TV review — film focuses on human resilience
Four families tell of their struggles to find food, safety and hope in this BBC documentary4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: Harris campaigns in Pennsylvania
Vice President Harris is scheduled to appear at a campaign event in Erie, Pa., Monday evening. Harris released an economic agenda for Black men early Monday, focusing on helping business owners, ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: Trump town hall in Pennsylvania
Former President Trump is scheduled to appear at a town hall in Oaks, Pa., on Monday evening. During a Sunday rally in Prescott Valley, Ariz., Trump said that if elected, he would call on Congress ...5 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Human sense of smell is faster than previously thought, study suggests
Some participants were able to discriminate order of smells at intervals 10 times shorter than previously thought. The human sense of smell is nothing to turn one’s nose up at, research suggests, ...5 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Israel’s Army Uses Palestinians as Human Shields in Gaza
Israeli soldiers and Palestinian former detainees say troops have regularly forced captured Gazans to carry out life-threatening tasks, including inside Hamas tunnels.5 days ago - Israel -
World - Financial Times
Safet Zec at Venice Biennale — humanity at its most fragile and battered
Eighty-year-old Bosnian painter is the star of the pavilion’s multinational show ‘Home Sextant’5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
European audit of democracy standards too positive, says human rights watchdog
European Commission report ‘completely ineffective as an enforcement tool’, according to civil liberties organisation. The European Commission’s exhaustive annual audit of democratic standards ...5 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Special honor for NBA superfans
Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, Billy Crystal and businessman Alan Horwitz have been inducted as superfans into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.5 days ago - NBA -
Top stories - The New York Times
What’s Your Favorite Hate-Watch?
Do you ever watch, read or listen to content that you think is bad? Why do so many of us do this?October 11