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Candidate discovers job interviewer is an AI system
A job applicant realised during an interview that the interviewer was artificial intelligence.
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France and Germany agree on support for Europe’s car industry
France and Germany have agreed on a plan to support Europe’s struggling automotive sector.
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Mew2King barred from tournament after bug-bite health concerns
Super Smash Bros. player Mew2King has been banned from a tournament following concerns about bug bites and health.
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California reports strong zero-emission vehicle sales in Q3
California maintained strong zero-emission vehicle sales in the third quarter, while a state incentive benefited about 12,000 drivers.
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GTA 6 trailer comparison sparks debate over visual changes
Fans are comparing Grand Theft Auto 6’s latest trailer with its first footage and questioning apparent visual differences.
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Debate grows over ending the leap second
A technology discussion revisits the future of the leap second used to keep clocks aligned with Earth’s rotation.
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Japan prepares mission to collect samples from Mars’ moons
Japan is preparing a mission to explore Mars’ moons, with a plan to collect material from Phobos.
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Foldable iPhone pre-orders sell out amid strong demand
Apple says demand for its foldable iPhone has been unusually strong.
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California incentive helps nearly 12,000 drivers move to electric cars
A state incentive helped nearly 12,000 Californians switch to electric vehicles.
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California electric-vehicle policy enters a new political phase
California’s electric-vehicle policy is entering a period of political change.
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Apple’s $79 iPhone Duo case attaches with adhesive
Apple is selling a $79 case for the iPhone Duo that attaches using adhesive.
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Apple HomeView launch lineup includes several home apps
Apple’s HomeView device is expected to launch with a set of Apple apps.
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Proposed US bill would give video-game buyers ownership rights
A US representative has proposed legislation to give video-game buyers ownership rather than a limited licence.
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Castlevania fans debate the series’ iconic song
A commentary on Castlevania’s best-known song takes a deliberately provocative tone.
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Bug exposes privacy risk in Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
A software bug has made one of the main privacy concerns around Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses more visible.
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White House press secretary Katie Zacharia leaves role days after appointment
Katie Zacharia has been removed from her White House press secretary role just days after taking the post.
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Silca revives and updates the Omata Classic cycling computer
The Omata Classic analogue cycling computer is returning with updates and will be built by Silca.
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Stalin calls protest organisers’ detention illegal and seeks their release
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has demanded the release of Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora.
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Free creative apps offer alternatives to Photoshop, Lightroom and Acrobat
A user tested free, vibe-coded alternatives to Adobe’s Photoshop, Lightroom and Acrobat tools.
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Top electric cars of 2026 include alternatives to Tesla
A 2026 buyer’s guide highlights electric cars from brands other than Tesla.
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Jasprit Bumrah returns to India Test squad for New Zealand series
Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is back in India’s Test squad for the series against New Zealand.
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Apple TV 4K and HomePod price rises outpace feature changes
Price increases for Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini are drawing attention to the size of their feature updates.
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Modern Warfare 4 campaign reviews focus on its latest release
Early reviews of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s campaign are emerging.
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Modern Warfare 4 campaign early access begins
Early access to the Modern Warfare 4 campaign has begun for eligible players.
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Tesla Roadster reveal includes airborne thrust technology
Tesla has revealed a Roadster concept with technology that can propel the car into the air, though it is not expected to reach drivers soon.
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Tesla’s valuation case may depend on businesses beyond cars
A market analysis argues that Tesla’s potential valuation could rely on businesses beyond electric cars.
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Apple CEO takes pointed swipe at a rival while keeping a polished tone
Apple’s new chief executive demonstrated a measured way of criticising a competitor.
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Galaxy S27 may skip Snapdragon chip over heat concerns
Samsung’s Galaxy S27 is reportedly being tested without Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon flagship chip.
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Shrek 2 remaster listing appears in Microsoft Store
A Microsoft Store page for a remastered version of Shrek 2 has appeared.
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New theory about AI reasoning may shape future safety debate
A proposed theory about how artificial intelligence systems “think” could influence safety discussions.