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The Breakdown | Time for Wales to face the Six Nations music as faith and form nosedive
If Welsh rugby sinks any lower, big questions about the tournament’s long-term health may have to be asked. The difference is a mere 0.1 of a ranking point. And rankings, in isolation, do not ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
Tesla shares have plunged while Musk takes on Washington. Is that the reason?
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AI Tools Worth Trying
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Elon Musk’s crew, most of whom can’t rent a car without paying the ‘under 25’ fee, have access to our sensitive personal data. Say what you like about the Trump administration – it’s got big balls. ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
Want to Make Your Spotify Wrapped Better This Year? Start Now
You don’t have to be embarrassed every time Spotify Wrapped appears.Wired - 6d -
How Trump's tariffs are a political tool
President Trump's expected tariffs on steel and aluminum could impact U.S. allies around the world. CBS News' Weijia Jiang breaks down how Mr. Trump's tariffs are part of his political arsenal.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
A nightly musical elixir of love
A private nightly ritual shared by 94-year-old Don Barnett and his 93-year-old wife Marilyn, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, may be the secret to a long and happy marriage – and proof that, for ...CBS News - 2d -
A deep-sea neutrino telescope spots the most energetic ghost particle yet
A neutrino detector submerged in the Mediterranean Sea has sniffed out the most energetic ghost particle yetABC News - 6d -
Most nations miss deadline for plans to fight climate change. UN says take your time to do it right
Nearly 200 nations faced a Monday deadline to file what the United Nations’ climate chief calls “among the most important policy documents governments will produce this century."ABC News - Feb. 10 -
Most nations miss deadline for plans to fight climate change. UN says take your time
Nearly 200 nations faced a Monday deadline to file what the United Nations’ climate chief calls “among the most important policy documents governments will produce this century."ABC News - Feb. 10 -
Travis Kelce will take time before deciding on NFL future: 'I am not making any crazy decisions'
The 35-year-old tight end just finished his 12th season with the Chiefs.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
PreSonus Quantum HD Review: A Seamless Recording Tool
These affordable pro-tier audio interfaces are perfect for studio owners and traveling musicians alike.Wired - Feb. 7 -
Best Theraguns and Therabody Tools, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Here’s our guide to the best Theraguns and Therabody gadgets to enhance your recovery routine, alleviate muscle pain, and boost your overall wellness.Wired - 1d -
Musk brings tech playbook to Washington
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} View Online Technology Technology The Big Story How Musk is using his tech playbook for DOGE campaign Elon Musk and his allies are using ...The Hill - Feb. 7 -
In Trump’s Washington, Words Become Weaponized
The previous administration’s progressive lexicon has been swept away, replaced by a new official language of a bureaucracy under fire from its own president.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
George Washington visits Bailey and Davidson
Davidson takes on the George Washington Revolutionaries after Reed Bailey scored 21 points in Davidson's 77-68 win over the UMass MinutemenABC News - 3d -
Tim Dowling: I’m back at the shop where I think I once saw a ghost
A little man wearing a tape measure round his neck appears out of nowhere, or perhaps from the distant past …. There was a story I told a couple of months ago about my oldest son requesting a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Dolly Parton musical halted over 'homophobic abuse'
Actor Stevie Webb said he witnessed abuse "every week" during a run of musical Here You Come Again.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Sony Sees Big Boost from Gaming, Music
Sony’s console performance showed in its quarterly earnings.Inc. - 4d -
The War and Treaty on their love story and journey in music
Husband-and-wife duo Michael and Tanya Trotter, also known as The War and Treaty, released their highly anticipated album "Plus One" on Valentine's Day, sharing their love story and personal ...CBS News - 4d -
LinkedIn Is Testing an AI Tool That Could Transform How People Search for Jobs
The company says artificial intelligence could help surface jobs that remain hidden from typical search queries.Wired - Feb. 5 -
Staff let go, map tool shut down in tumultuous week at EPA
EPA staffers have had to contend with dramatic shake-ups. About 1,100 employees were told they could be terminated, and then 168 staffers were put on leave.NBC News - Feb. 8 -
How Dirty Is That AI? Salesforce Launches a New Tool to Show You
The AI Energy Score attempts to quantify the environmental harm of AI models. Here’s how to use it.Inc. - Feb. 10 -
Snowflake expands AI tools with Anthropic partnership — what it means for businesses
Snowflake and Anthropic launch Cortex Agents, bringing Claude's enterprise-grade AI capabilities directly into corporate data environments.VentureBeat - 6d -
Taiwan Prepares for Trump’s Tariffs, and a Changed Washington
Taiwanese officials, facing a more transactional U.S. relationship, have traveled to Washington to float energy deals and defend the island’s semiconductors.The New York Times - 5d -
Margaret Cho is turning to music and theater in the face of 2025 upheavals
This month the five-time Grammy nominee for best comedy Album also celebrates her new musical release 'Lucky Gift.'Los Angeles Times - Feb. 6 -
Nick Cave, R.E.M., Devo among artists releasing music for wildfire benefit
The three are among a long list of artists releasing music on two Bandcamp exclusive albums, with all proceeds going toward wildfire reliefLos Angeles Times - Feb. 6 -
'Not Like Us' to 'Humble': How Kendrick Lamar's music mirrors the NFL playoffs
14 teams embarked on journey to Super Bowl LIX, but only two were left standing. Kendrick Lamar details the seasons of the 14.ESPN - Feb. 9 -
Dua Lipa's committed to her music, despite the "stigma around pop"
At 15, Dua Lipa convinced her parents to let her pack her bags and move to another country so she could try to make it big. It paid off for the Grammy-winning pop star.CBS News - Feb. 9 -
Manchester theatre suspends Dolly Parton musical over homophobic abuse
Actor in Here You Come Again says cast left stage because ‘a woman was so disgusted there was a gay character’. A Dolly Parton-themed musical had to be suspended mid-show in Manchester because of ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
In Hospitals and Hospices, ‘Music as Care’ Offers a New Kind of Comfort
A violinist plays for her father. A singer takes requests. In hospitals and hospices, bedside performers offer a new kind of care.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
A Sly Stone Primer: 15 Songs (and More) From a Musical Visionary
The Sly & the Family Stone leader is the subject of a new documentary directed by Questlove. Here’s what to know about his brilliant career and crushing addiction.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
‘The synergy is amazing’: Stewart Copeland album fuses nature and music
Exclusive: former Police drummer and the naturalist Martyn Stewart collaborate on album inspired by migration of Arctic tern. Chirping Arctic terns and howling wolves are among the birds and ...The Guardian - 4d -
DR Congo singer killed filming music video in war-torn Goma
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The War and Treaty reflect on their love story, journey in the music industry
Husband-and-wife duo Michael and Tanya Trotter, known as The War and Treaty, released their much-anticipated fourth studio album, "Plus One," on Valentine's Day.CBS News - 4d -
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77ABC News - 12h -
Three hostages from Israeli music festival among six set for release
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A Look at OpenAI’s Operator, a New A.I. Agent
Operator, a new computer-using tool from OpenAI, is brittle and occasionally erratic, but it points to a future of powerful A.I. agents.The New York Times - Feb. 2 -
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