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It’s 2025, and Amazon’s Generative AI Still Can’t Reliably Make a Cup of Coffee
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It’s 2025, and Amazon’s Generative AI Still Can’t Reliably Make a Cup of Coffee

In 2025, Amazon's generative AI assistant, Alexa Plus, is reportedly failing at simple smart home tasks like making coffee, raising critical questions about the real-world utility and reliability of advanced AI models.

US Blacklists Drone Giant DJI as China's Own Tech Ambitions Falter
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US Blacklists Drone Giant DJI as China's Own Tech Ambitions Falter

The US escalates its tech crackdown by blacklisting drone maker DJI, citing national security risks. Meanwhile, China suffers a major setback in its space program with a second failed reusable rocket recovery, highlighting the intensifying rivalry.

AI's Insatiable Thirst for Power Is Reviving Fossil-Fuel Plants
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AI's Insatiable Thirst for Power Is Reviving Fossil-Fuel Plants

The explosive power demand from AI data centers is forcing the revival of polluting 'peaker' fossil-fuel plants, posing a significant risk to climate goals and investors.

The 2026 Laptop Buying Guide: How to Navigate the New Chip Wars
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The 2026 Laptop Buying Guide: How to Navigate the New Chip Wars

The ultimate 2026 laptop buying guide. We demystify the new chip wars between Intel Core Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon X, and Apple M4 to help you choose wisely.

US Bans New Chinese-Made Drones, Including DJI, Citing National Security Risks
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US Bans New Chinese-Made Drones, Including DJI, Citing National Security Risks

The U.S. FCC has banned new drones from Chinese makers like DJI, citing national security risks. The move is seen as a key milestone in the deepening tech decoupling between the two countries.

From Yawning Lion Choirs to Kung Fu Eagles: The 2025 Comedy Wildlife Photos Have Arrived
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From Yawning Lion Choirs to Kung Fu Eagles: The 2025 Comedy Wildlife Photos Have Arrived

The 2025 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are here, showcasing hilarious and relatable moments from the animal kingdom. Discover how these funny photos deliver a powerful message of conservation.

Bitcoin Slides Below $87.5K as Gold Shines, Defying Weak Dollar Ahead of U.S. GDP Data
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Bitcoin Slides Below $87.5K as Gold Shines, Defying Weak Dollar Ahead of U.S. GDP Data

Bitcoin (BTC) price falls to $87,500 as risk aversion grows before the U.S. Q3 GDP report. Gold rallies near $4,500, showing a clear investor shift to safety despite a weaker dollar.

Apple Gets Hit With $116M Fine in Italy Over 'Excessively Burdensome' App Tracking Rules
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Apple Gets Hit With $116M Fine in Italy Over 'Excessively Burdensome' App Tracking Rules

Apple gets a €98 million fine from Italy's antitrust regulator over its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) policy, which allegedly imposes unfair burdens on third-party developers.

Im Shi-wan and Seol In-ah to Star in tvN's Murder Mystery Rom-Com 'My Guilty Human'
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Im Shi-wan and Seol In-ah to Star in tvN's Murder Mystery Rom-Com 'My Guilty Human'

Im Shi-wan and Seol In-ah are cast in tvN's new drama 'My Guilty Human', an office rom-com where a chaebol heir and an undercover woman get entangled in a murder case.

More Than a Game: How AFCON Is Shaping African Identity and Diplomacy
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More Than a Game: How AFCON Is Shaping African Identity and Diplomacy

Analyzing how the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco functions as more than a football tournament, serving as a platform for diplomacy, continental unity, and connection with the global diaspora.

Liverpool's Record Signing Alexander Isak Out for Two Months With Broken Leg
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Liverpool's Record Signing Alexander Isak Out for Two Months With Broken Leg

Liverpool's record signing Alexander Isak will be out for two months with a fractured leg sustained against Tottenham. Manager Arne Slot calls the challenge 'reckless,' compounding an injury crisis with Salah also unavailable.

Sabah for Sabahans: Malaysian State Election Delivers a Rebuke to Anwar's Federal Government
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Sabah for Sabahans: Malaysian State Election Delivers a Rebuke to Anwar's Federal Government

The Sabah state election resulted in a major setback for Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's national coalition, signaling a powerful rise in regionalism and a demand for greater autonomy.