Meta’s AI chatbot will soon have a standalone app

Meta is planning to launch a dedicated app for its AI chatbot, according to a report from CNBC. The Verge can also confirm that Meta is working on the standalone …

Source: The Verge

I tested MSI's new Windows handheld, and it could make my gaming laptop obsolete

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ improves on its predecessor with surprisingly good battery life and a refreshing design.

Source: ZDNet

Indians throng last day of Maha Kumbh festival that drew 663 million

Large crowds turned out in northern Indiafor the last day of the six-week Maha Kumbh Mela that drew a total of 663 million people seeking absolution of their sins by …

Source: NBC News

The surveillance tech waiting for workers as they return to the office

Warehouse-style employee-tracking technology is coming for the office worker.

Source: Ars Technica

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Breaking down the Supreme Court "reverse discrimination" case; Reporter's Notebook: Finding wonder all around us

Source: CBS News

Ex-wife, sister testify in trial of surgeon accused of mass sex abuse

The women took the stand in the trial of Joel Le Scouarnec, a former surgeon accused of raping or sexually assaulting hundreds of children who were his patients.

Source: CBS News

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on EU, claims bloc was formed to ‘screw’ US

European Commission says it will react 'firmly and immediately' against unjustified trade barriers.

Source: Al Jazeera

You can still lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these moves

There's still time to lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these three strategies, experts say. Here's what to know.

Source: CNBC

Royal Academy could cut 60 jobs amid ‘serious financial challenge’

Institution blames ‘increasing costs and changing visitor behaviours’ as numbers fail to recover since Covid lockdown

The Royal Academy of Arts (RA) could axe 60 roles as part of a …

Source: The Guardian

Hong Kong stock exchange reports record profits after China stimulus

Listings and trading fees jumped in 2024 after Beijing’s moves to boost markets

Source: Financial Times

Tributes pour in for actor Gene Hackman after his death at 95

Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, have been found dead in their home in the US state of New Mexico. The couple died along …

Source: France 24

The best iPhones

The wait is over — kind of. Apple’s iPhone 16 series is out, including the kinda affordable 16E, and its much-hyped Apple Intelligence has arrived courtesy of iOS 18.1. But …

Source: The Verge