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2nd-ever test flight of NASA's 'quiet' X-59 supersonic jet cut short by glitch
SPACE.com - 23 Mar 2026 17:22
NASA's "quiet" supersonic X-59 jet took to the skies for the second time ever on Friday (March 20), but it didn't stay up for long.
YouTube wants you to help spot AI slop videos
PC World - 23 Mar 2026 16:08
It seems that YouTube now needs your help to moderate AI-generated content on the platform. Lifehacker reports that YouTube has started asking users whether they think videos are AI slop. Yep, thats the actual term being...
The software behind Artemis, Gateway and Americas defense in space deserves its own strategy
Space News - 23 Mar 2026 13:00
When we talk about national space infrastructure, we talk about rockets, launch pads and ground stations. We invest billions in the vehicles that carry astronauts to the moon and the telescopes that peer to the edge of t...
US chip testing firm shrugged off ransomware hit as minor - then came the data leak
The Register - 23 Mar 2026 12:33
Trio-Tech International initially said hack wasnt 'material,' but then stolen data was published Trio-Tech International initially shrugged off a ransomware attack at a Singapore subsidiary as immaterial, only to...
Microsoft fixes broken Windows update days after vowing fewer broken updates
The Register - 23 Mar 2026 11:24
The era of reliability begins right after this out-of-band patch Microsoft has released an out-of-band update to resolve bugs introduced by a Windows patch just days after promising improved reliability.
'Every indicator is flashing red,' says UN as it warns of record 'climate imbalance'
Sky News - 23 Mar 2026 11:17
The Earth's climate is in a "state of emergency", according to the United Nations which has warned it is more out of balance than at any other time in observed history.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 will get Apple AirDrop support starting today
Engadget - 23 Mar 2026 11:04Viruses in the gut may help prevent blood sugar spikes, mouse study hints
Live Science - 23 Mar 2026 11:00
Intestinal viruses can activate immune cells that regulate carbohydrate metabolism, highlighting an overlooked role of the gut virome, a study in mice finds.
Australia to datacenter operators: BYO energy, pay your way, build green, or stay home
The Register - 23 Mar 2026 00:43
PLUS: Singtels triple outage; 17,000 counterfeit hard drives seized; Tech wages shift across Asia; And more! Asia In Brief Australias government on Monday announced a set of datacenter expectations to guide would-be bit ...
A surprising foam discovery could change everyday products
Science Daily - 23 Mar 2026 23:44
Foams have long baffled scientists because liquid drains from them far sooner than theory predicts. New research shows the reason: the bubbles dont stay put-they rearrange, opening pathways for liquid to escape. The key ...
North Korean Hackers Abuse VS Code Auto-Run Tasks to Deploy StoatWaffle Malware
The Hacker News - 23 Mar 2026 23:39
The North Korean threat actors behind the Contagious Interview campaign, also tracked as WaterPlum, have been attributed to a malware family tracked as StoatWaffle that's distributed via malicious Microsoft Visual St...
EU broadcasters want Apple TV and Siri regulated as gatekeepers under DMA
9 to 5 Mac - 23 Mar 2026 23:36
A group representing Europes commercial broadcasters has asked the European Commission to extend its toughest Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules to smart TVs and virtual assistants, Reuters reported exclusively. Here are th...
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Mashable - 23 Mar 2026 23:30
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DNA reveals two new bass species hidden in plain sight
Science Daily - 23 Mar 2026 23:19
Two new species of black bass have been officially identified after decades of confusion with similar fish. Bartrams bass and Altamaha bass stand out not just in appearance, but in their DNA, revealed through detailed ge...
Longer AirPods Battery Life Is Just A Simple Charging Habit Away
BGR - 23 Mar 2026 23:17
Though you can enjoy up to 8 hours of AirPods listening time from a single charge, it's worth understanding how to extend the battery life long-term.
Why The New Mercedes S-Class Uses Heated Seat Belts (And It's Not All About Comfort)
Slash Gear - 23 Mar 2026 23:15
Mercedes' new heated seat belts might sound a bit extra, but Mercedes says they can actually improve rider safety, too. Here's how it all works.
You are out of time to update: Severe iOS hack code leaks to everyone
AppleInsider - 23 Mar 2026 23:10
The DarkSword exploit, which primarily targets devices running older iOS versions, has unfortunately made its way to GitHub. It has been patched, so update now.The DarkSword exploit targets devices running older versions...
Sperm whales caught headbutting each other on camera for the first time
Science Daily - 23 Mar 2026 23:05
Drone footage has revealed sperm whales headbutting each other-something scientists had only speculated about until now. Surprisingly, its younger whales doing it, not the giant males researchers expected. The behavior e...
Build confidence in a new language with Babbel
Mashable - 23 Mar 2026 23:00
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Nvidia CEO Says He's 'Empathetic' To DLSS 5 Concerns
Slashdot - 23 Mar 2026 23:00
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he understands the concerns about "AI slop" with DLSS 5 but insists the feature preserves a game's underlying geometry and artistic intent. "I think their perspective makes se...
Gas Prices Are So High That DoorDash Is Providing Emergency Relief
Gizmodo - 23 Mar 2026 22:52
The platform will give cash back on gas for its drivers.
Claude attacks were 'Rorschach test' for infosec community, scaring former NSA boss
The Register - 23 Mar 2026 22:50
'It freakin' worked' says Rob Joyce - and shows how relentless AI agents can find holes humans miss RSAC 2026 The now-infamous Anthropic report about Chinese cyberspies abusing Claude AI to automate cyberatta...