Viral endorsement from Blackpink star Lisa sees tourism spike at Thailand’s ‘Red Lotus Sea’
Officials are expecting up to 120,000 tourists during peak season
Traders Bet on More Rate Cuts If Rick Rieder Leads the Fed
BlackRock’s Rieder is leading candidate for job, betting markets show.
'Thermodynamic computing' could slash energy use of AI image generation by a factor of ten billion, study claims — prototypes show promise but huge task required to create hardware that can rival current models
New research claims that thermodynamic computing could drastically reduce the energy used by AI to create images.
I tested the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo - and it's another impressive machine at an unbelievable price
The Centauri Carbon 2 Combo is the much-anticipated follow-up to the original Centauri Carbon, and once again offers a CoreXY design, but now thankfully with an integrated CANVAS multicolour module. The result is a remarkably compact printer in line with the competition, just cheaper and far more ro...
Sci-Fi Satirical Drama ‘Yellow Cake’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of Rotterdam Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Tiago Melo’s sci-fi satirically tinged drama “Yellow Cake” has debuted its trailer ahead of the world premiere in the Tiger Competition at the International Film Festival Rotterdam. Urânio Filmes is handling world sales. This is Tiago’s second feature film following “Azouge Nazare,” whi...
Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid: How 'Special One' went from toppling Barcelona to poisonous exit
Jose Mourinho will be reunited with Real Madrid when Benfica host Los Blancos in the Champions League. He has a complicated history with the 15-time European champions.
Eastern German region of Saxony-Anhalt elects new state premier
BERLIN, Jan 28 - The parliament of the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt elected Economy Minister Sven Schulze on Wednesday to succeed outgoing premier Reiner Haseloff, who stepped down ahead of elections in September that could see the far-right AfD win control of the state.
Google faces making changes to search services under watchdog proposals
The CMA has tabled measures to improve Google Search in the UK after it designated the firm with so-called strategic market status.
Singer Chris Brown appears in London court for ‘bottle attack’ case
The R&B singer appeared at Southwark Crown Court for an eight-minute hearing in front of a senior judge
Capcom jumps most in 18 months on surprise ‘Resident Evil’ boost
The Resident Evil franchise was a particular highlight over the December period, with several games doing better than anticipated.
Budapest's liberal mayor charged for organizing banned Pride event
Authorities in Hungary have charged Budapest's liberal mayor for organizing a banned LGBTQ+ Pride event last year
The Italian mountain community being overlooked by Winter Olympics held in their home
Members of Italy’s Ladin minority, which settled a millennium ago in the Dolomite mountain hamlet that's now an Olympic host city, are disappointed the Winter Games will not spotlight their culture
U.S.-India trade talks could get a boost as America sees life going on without it
There could be a renewed push to conclude a U.S.-India trade deal, analysts say, as the White House sees other countries signing trade deals.
Tories 'on the right but appeal to the majority', says Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch has said the Conservatives have "values of the right" but that "will appeal to the majority".
Map Reveals America's Most Vulnerable Drinking Water Utilities
New index shows 67 million Americans rely on high‑risk water systems as climate threats outpace utilities’ disclosures.
Even Samsung’s cheapest phones are getting pricier
Galaxy A07 5G leak shows RAM price gaps widening, with budget Samsung phones feeling the pinch from the ongoing memory shortage. The post Even Samsung’s cheapest phones are getting pricier appeared first on Phandroid.
Investigational blood biomarker panel may improve detection of pancreatic cancer
A four-biomarker blood panel of aminopeptidase N (ANPEP), polymeric immunoglobulin receptor (PIGR), CA19-9, and thrombospondin-2 (THBS2) enhanced the detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) compared to measuring CA19-9 levels alone, according to a study published in Clinical Cancer Rese...
Amazon slashes another 16,000 jobs
Amazon said Wednesday it was slashing another 16,000 jobs across the company in an ongoing bid to restructure the sprawling trillion-dollar firm.
Storm Kristin knocks out power to 800,000 in Portugal and barrels into Spain
LISBON/MADRID, Jan 28 - Storm Kristin left more than 800,000 people across central and northern Portugal without electricity early on Wednesday, toppling trees and utility posts, damaging homes, and disrupting motorway and rail traffic before moving inland to Spain, authorities said.
Why the Excel grid is the most successful UI design in history
Excel’s atomic variables and real-time feedback created the world’s most successful low-code environment.
Eiichiro Oda's One Piece Has Officially Beaten Naruto And Dragon Ball
One Piece has proven once again why it's superior to Naruto and Dragon Ball.
Best Linear FPS Games For Players Exhausted Of Open-Worlds
If another open-world game sounds like an exhausting proposal, these linear FPS campaigns are short, sweet, and immensely satisfying.
Map Shows US Travel Warnings Around World for February 2026
For advisories, the State Department considers multiple factors, such as crime, terrorism and access to health services.
US state lawmakers push to allow lawsuits against ICE agents
Illinois in December became the first state to pass such a law.
Bank Indonesia’s autonomy under scrutiny as Prabowo’s nephew joins leadership
The appointment of President Prabowo Subianto’s nephew to the leadership of Bank Indonesia (BI) has reignited debate over whether Southeast Asia’s largest economy can preserve the central bank’s independence – a question closely watched by foreign investors and currency markets. While some a...
Uncommon Knowledge: Starmer Bows to China in Drive to Decouple from Trump
Tech is becoming the battleground. It may help make China great again.
How To Buy New England Patriots 2026 Super Bowl LX Patch Jerseys
Officially licensed New England Patriots jerseys with Super Bowl LX patches have officially hit the market.
Woman Leaves for Work—Not Ready for ‘Criticism’ She Hears From Doorbell Camera
Woman records unexpected conversation before work, sparking strong reactions and deeper reflection.
Cast of Bridgerton Season 4 on Representation, Behind-the-Scenes Rituals, and Ton Secrets
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Apple Patches Old Versions of iOS to Keep iMessage and FaceTime Running
Apple is renewing certificates for iOS versions dating back to 2013 to keep the lights on a little longer.
‘Don’t worry, I’ve got you’: 3 artists channel the outrage of Minneapolis
Artist Edel Rodriguez published his new print, Minneapolis, just hours after a federal agent shot and killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti on January 24. The print features a pop art image of President Donald Trump, mouth agape and gun in hand, kneeling on the neck of Lady Liberty, who’s slowly bleeding o...
Worried About an AI Bubble in 2026? 1 Smart ETF to Buy Right Now.
The right investment can help protect against potential market volatility.
Terraria Patch 1.4.5, the Bigger and Boulder Update, Sparks Highest Player Numbers in Nearly 6 Years
Terraria 1.4.5 — dubbed the Bigger and Boulder Update — is finally here, and it's welcoming in thousands of new and returning players alike.
Sportscaster Kay Adams stuns in strapless, ab-baring outfit
Sportscaster Kay Adams stuns in a strapless, ab-baring outfit while at the peak of her headline-grabbing defense of the now-Super Bowl-bound Drake Maye.
Amazon inadvertently confirms layoffs in email sent to employees
Amazon Web Services (AWS) mistakenly sent an internal email referencing organizational changes and impacted staff, adding to employee uncertainty. The message, marked "canceled," appeared to acknowledge ongoing layoffs before the company officially announced cuts impacting around 16,000 corporate jo...
Russian and Ukrainian military casualties in war nearing 2m, study finds
Thinktank says about 1.2m Russians troops killed, wounded or gone missing to date and 600,000 UkrainiansThe number of Russian and Ukrainian troops killed, wounded or gone missing in nearly four years of war could reach 2 million by this spring, according to a study, as Moscow’s invasion shows no s...
Will Budget 2026 provide clarity on cryptocurrency taxation, simplify compliance?
India's booming crypto market, awaits clarity in Union Budget 2026. Following stringent measures in Budget 2025, including a 30% flat tax and 1% TDS, experts urge for nuanced rules on loss set-offs and asset classification. While some anticipate reforms, others foresee continued aggressive taxation,...
Hurry! With storms causing outages, the Mango Power E portable power station is just $1,399 — a huge $2,851 saving that helps keep the lights on
Mango Power E home backup and portable power station is 67% off at $1,399 and includes four AC outlets, USB-C up to 100W, and RV 30A support.
Lili Keller-Rosenberg, bearing witness to the end
At 93, Holocaust survivor Lili Keller-Rosenberg refuses to let history fade. Arrested at 11 and deported to Ravensbrück and Bergen-Belsen, she broke decades of silence to share her story. Today, she speaks weekly in schools, passing her memory on to the “little messengers of peace.” FRANCE 24 m...
Black Woman Owns Golden Retriever, Shock at What Strangers Say About Breed
"I am not whitewashed nor do I want to be white; I am just a suburban Black girl who loves golden retrievers," she told Newsweek.
Andy Burnham can become a Labour MP – but not until 2028, Starmer suggests
Greater Manchester mayor, who the prime minister blocked from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election, due to finish his term in three years
TikTok virality gives Jeff Buckley his first US Top 100 hit 29 years after his death
Lover, You Should Have Come Over enters charts at No 97, after becoming popular on social media platformJeff Buckley has achieved his first US Hot 100 hit single, 29 years after his death, with Lover, You Should Have Come Over at No 97 this week.TikTok virality is behind the success, as a new genera...
Chelsea fans admitted to hospital after suffering injuries ahead of Napoli game
Two Chelsea supporters were admitted to hospital after suffering non-life-threatening injuries on Tuesday night in Naples.
Euro Rally to $1.20 Spurs More Buying and a Headache for the ECB
The euro’s ascent to its strongest level since 2021 is creating a problem for the European Central Bank.
After being told mine wasn’t bright enough, I tested newer, better bike lights for a safer commute
Investing in a good set of lights will help riders of all ability see – and be seen – in the dark
'Officers Are Resigning Every Day': Russia’s Interior Ministry Faces Up to 40% Police Staff Shortages
Deputy Interior Minister Igor Zubov said the prestige of police service had declined and that wages and social benefits no longer met expectations.
Aldi to open 40 new UK stores this year as part of £370m investment
The German-owned discount retailer said it wanted to fill the ‘gaps’ in areas where there are no stores.
Health advocates sound alarm as EPA works to loosen pollution standard
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's effort to roll back federal particulate matter pollution standards will harm Michigan residents, particularly those who live near emitters such as manufacturing plants and refineries in Wayne County, health and environmental advocates warn.
Uganda court releases prominent rights activist on bail
KAMPALA, Jan 28 - A Ugandan court on Wednesday released on bail a prominent rights activist whose detention was seen by campaign groups as part of a widespread crackdown on dissent ahead of the country's general election that was held on January 15.
How to Complete 'The League' Quest in ARC Raiders
The League quest in ARC Raiders requires players to find a Deflated Football, a Bicycle Pump, and photograph a goal and football magazine in a Kiosk.
Amazon slashing some 16,000 jobs in its latest layoff round
Amazon is cutting about 16,000 jobs after eliminating some 14,000 in October.
Amazon laying off about 16,000 corporate workers in latest anti-bureaucracy push
Amazon laid off 14,000 corporate staff in October.
Burnham blocked but Rayner’s returning: Why Starmer cannot shake the leadership speculation
The former deputy prime minister was forced to resign last year over her tax affairs, but political editor David Maddox explains why her charisma could see her launch a remarkable comeback
New research shows cannabis is effective for acute migraine treatment
In a study, published in Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine demonstrate for the first time in a placebo-controlled clinical trial that cannabis is effective in treating acute migraine.
Swift bricks to be installed in all new buildings in Scotland after Holyrood backs ruling
Rest of UK has so far resisted calls to make it mandatory for developers to install bricks that provide nesting for swifts and other endangered birdsSwift bricks will be installed in all new buildings in Scotland after the Scottish parliament voted in favour of a law to help endangered cavity-nestin...
Why Now Is a Great Time to Buy Chewy Stock (CHWY)
If you're thinking of investing in this pet-focused retailer, the price looks right.
Texas High-Speed Rail Update on Dallas-Fort Worth Route
City tightens restrictions on proposed bullet train, while backing federal study grant as Congress withdraws funding.
PC gamers could be getting a share of £656million compensation from Steam
The digital platform is being sued for “shutting out” competitors The post PC gamers could be getting a share of £656million compensation from Steam appeared first on NME.
Communist Party and KMT revive forum stalled by decade of cross-strait tensions
The Communist Party and the Kuomintang (KMT), Taiwan’s main opposition party, will revive a long-stalled dialogue channel next week to navigate cross-strait tensions and discuss plans to promote industrial cooperation. Beijing confirmed on Wednesday that the think tank forum would be held in the C...
NASA plane makes belly landing at Texas airport, video shows
Video shows the NASA WB-57 plane touching down with a jolt, its wings bouncing as yellow fire and white smoke bursts from beneath it.
Ethan Hawke says he’s ‘angry’ with stunt precedent set by Tom Cruise
‘He’s totally changed what's expected for actors,’ Oscar-nominated actor said of action star
Idris Elba fined for speeding on his scooter
The incident occured in London last June The post Idris Elba fined for speeding on his scooter appeared first on NME.
Undersea cable cutting shenanigans lead Finland to create a dedicated maritime surveillance center — Russian shadow fleet operations heighten concerns in the Baltic Sea
Finland creates a maritime surveillance center to prevent undersea cable cutting shenanigans
Watch King Princess’ powerful cover of Geese’s ‘Au Pays Du Cocaine’: “It’s such a lesbian anthem”
“It really represents what it’s like to be in love right now” The post Watch King Princess’ powerful cover of Geese’s ‘Au Pays Du Cocaine’: “It’s such a lesbian anthem” appeared first on NME.
West Ham sign winger Traore from Fulham
West Ham sign winger Adama Traore from Fulham on a permanent basis for an undisclosed fee.
Windows 11’s ability to resume Android apps on your PC is getting closer
Microsoft is getting ready to improve Windows 11's ability to resume Android apps on a PC. The software giant first introduced its cross-device resume last year, letting Windows 11 users resume OneDrive sessions from their Android device on a PC. Now, it's expanding this to Spotify playback, browsin...
Waabi raises up to $1 billion and partners with Uber to deploy 25,000 robotaxis as the race to dominate self-driving heats up
The AI company, which had been focused on software to enable autonomous trucking, has now expanded into robotaxis
Macron hosts Danish and Greenlandic leaders in Paris
Greenland's Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen are in Paris to meet French President Emmanuel Macron. The goal is to shore up support over U.S. President Donald Trump's push to take over the Arctic island that has been Danish territory for centuries. FRANCE 24...
Bill Maher Jokes About the Worst Thing That an Alien Could Say to Humanity
The host Bill Maher fears aliens might meet Trump first, warning it would give them the wrong impression of humanity.
Ajit Pawar plane crash: What happened in 26 minutes and 5 unanswered questions
A Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar crashed near Baramati runway after multiple landing attempts amid poor visibility. The aircraft burst into flames shortly after receiving landing clearance, raising questions about potential system failure, communication breakdown,...
USA skating’s ‘Quad God’ teases historic jump ahead of Winter Olympics
Ilia Malinin is determined to push the boundaries of performance in figure skating