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In a new filing, Apple fights back against courts indefensible Epic Games ruling
9 to 5 Mac - 30 Aug 2025 03:11
Earlier this evening, Apple filed a reply brief with the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, arguing multiple points why the court should either reverse Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers 2021 decision, or vacate the new i...
Meta Changes Teen AI Chatbot Responses as Senate Begins Probe Into 'Romantic' Conversations
Slashdot - 30 Aug 2025 02:45
Meta is rolling out temporary restrictions on its AI chatbots for teens after reports revealed they were allowed to engage in "romantic" conversations with minors. A Meta spokesperson said the AI chatbots are now...
What Is The Most Difficult Honda Motorcycle To Ride? Here's What Riders Say
Slash Gear - 30 Aug 2025 19:45
Honda makes a ton of motorcycles, not all of which are necessarily easy to ride. But one model stands head and shoulders above the rest, according to riders.
How the racist study of skulls gripped Victorian Britain's scientists
Live Science - 30 Aug 2025 16:10
Craniometry, the study of skull measurements, was widely taught in medical schools in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
What Happens To The International Space Station Every 90 Minutes?
Slash Gear - 30 Aug 2025 15:15
You probably don't think about the International Space Station much in your day-to-day life, but it performs an important maneuver every 90 minutes.
Inside the search for sustainable aviation fuels, which are on the federal chopping block
SPACE.com - 30 Aug 2025 15:00
The Trump administration's "One Big, Beautiful Bill" slashes federal funding for efforts to create renewable or sustainable types of fuel for aircraft.
London Targets Noisy Commuters With Headphone Campaign
Slashdot - 30 Aug 2025 15:00
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Verge: After bringing 4G and 5G connectivity to the Underground, London's public transport authority has started scolding noisy passengers who subject everyone to music an...
NASA employees fear worsening conditions as new Trump executive order eliminates their right to unionize
SPACE.com - 30 Aug 2025 14:00
A new executive order signed by President Donald Trump removes NASA employees from federal labor-management protections, under the justification of national security.
Crypto Mining Stock Is Up 400% This Year As It Inks Nvidia Deal
Gizmodo - 30 Aug 2025 13:12
Analysts see this move as a sign that it is aligning itself with Nvidias trajectory of dominating AI hardware markets.
Microsoft Outlook: Why Your Email View Changed (And How To Fix It)
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 01:45
Did you log into Microsoft Outlook and noticed nothing looked the way it did yesterday? It could be due to a recent change. Here's how to fix it.
3 More Cars Nissan Never Should Have Discontinued
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 01:30
Nissan once built icons like the Silvia, Maxima, and Cube. Here's why these discontinued models still matter and deserve a comeback.
This Cheap Wearable May Be Useful If You Travel Alone - But There's A Catch
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 01:15
This $60 wearable promises peace of mind for solo travelers, but there's a key limitation you'll want to know before trusting it in an emergency.
Five Indie Bands Quit Spotify After Founder's AI Weapons Tech Investment
Slashdot - 31 Aug 2025 01:09
At the moment, the Spotify exodus of 2025 is a trickle rather than a flood, writes the Guardian, citing the departure of five notable bands "liked in indie circles," but not "the sorts to rack up billions of ...
Is An E-Ink Display The Productivity Hack You Think It Is?
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 01:00
From phones to tablets, E-Ink screens are evolving fast. But can these minimalist, paper-like displays actually help you get more done in your day?
Who Builds America's Aircraft Carriers And Where Are They Made?
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 00:35
The aircraft carriers used by America may be impressive titans, but where are they made? Who builds and assembles these giants for the US to deploy?
8 Propeller Planes Powered By Diesel Engines
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 00:30
Diesel engine planes are not a common sight nowadays, but not too long ago, they were at the cutting edge of long-distance, slow-moving aviation.
Helldivers 2 sees player surge after Xbox release as veterans help newcomers
TechPinions - 31 Aug 2025 00:27
Uncharted territory? Unknown risks? Unimaginable threats? Thats our kinda expedition. Burst through The Gloom spore clouds with the Dust Devils Premium Warbond. Coming September 4.https://t.co/39bK7p8UZR pic.twitter.com/...
Johns Hopkins researchers innovate new dark matter detection with DAMIC-M
TechPinions - 31 Aug 2025 00:16
Scientists are deploying a groundbreaking new detector deep beneath the French Alps to uncover the mysteries of dark matter, which constitutes roughly 85% of the universes total mass yet remains elusive. Why it matters: ...
This Cheap iPad Mini Alternative Might Be 2025's Best Tablet (According To Reviews)
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 00:15
Looking for a mini tablet that thrills? This under-the-radar unit turns heads with its gamer-grade hardware that too without the Apple-level price tag.
Intel Get $5.7 Billion Early. What's the Government's Strategy?
Slashdot - 31 Aug 2025 00:09
Intel amended its deal with the U.S. Department of Commerce "to remove earlier project milestones," reports Reuters, "and received about $5.7 billion in cash sooner than planned." "The move will give ...
Get Together CEO Abraham Shafi indicted on fraud charges in $170 million scheme
TechPinions - 31 Aug 2025 00:03
Abraham Shafi, the former CEO of social media company Get Together, also known as IRL, has been indicted on charges of wire fraud, securities fraud, and obstruction of justice in connection with an alleged scheme to defr...
How Much Does Ryobi's 4000W Inverter Generator Cost & How Long Will It Run?
Slash Gear - 31 Aug 2025 00:00
Ryobi's 4000W Inverter Generators may be just what you need to get your devices powered up in an emergency, but how much will one set you back?