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Tech debt is a big problem that no one has time to solve. GitHub Copilot coding agent can help.
The post How the GitHub billing team uses the coding agent in GitHub Copilot to continuously burn down technical debt appeared first on The GitHub Blog.

Viruses rely on hosts to survive. But some viruses are more effective at reproducing than others. Now, new research has shown that the herpes virus, …
The post It only takes the herpes virus one hour to change human DNA forever appeared first on BGR.

Labour prime minister in crisis, and preparing for a climbdown, as he tries to save benefits reforms from revolt by his own MPs

Amazon's Vice President of Worldwide Grocery and Whole Foods CEO, Jason Buechel, said the company takes too long to make decisions.

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis.

It may sound bluntly obvious, but energy is power. Those who can produce it, especially lots of it, get to exert authority in all sorts of ways. It brings revenue and enables manufacturing, data processing, transportation, and military might. Energy resources are arguably a nation’s most important a…

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.

The rapper denied the shocking allegations in a new Instagram post, calling Terrance “T.A.” Dixon a “coward” and the lawyer bringing the case “crooked.”

Sir Michael and Emily Eavis welcome hundreds of punters to "the most joyful city in the UK".

The racing commentator, speaking for the first time since the murder of his wife and two daughters, says their love has helped sustain him through grief.

It was the latest instance of armed Israeli settlers carrying out violent raids against Palestinian villages in the West Bank, often with impunity.

This is it.

On June 1, Ukraine carried out Operation Spiderweb, an 18-months-in-the-making covert operation in which 117 drones — secretly built inside Russia and concealed in and launched from trucks driven by unsuspecting local drivers — carried out coordinated attacks on five air bases across the country. Ac…

Vital chemotherapy drugs used around the world have failed quality tests, putting cancer patients in more than 100 countries at risk

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden and the University of Auckland in New Zealand have developed a groundbreaking bioelectric implant that restores movement in rats after injuries to the spinal cord. This breakthrough offers new hope for an effective treatment for humans suffe…

Michael Brown, accused of throwing an illegal house party at a mansion, claims he did not break the law but acknowledged he might have broken some rules set by the property owners.

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Video series aims to prevent injuries and deaths ahead of busy July 4th weekend






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The U.S. dollar has tumbled to a three-year low, potentially squeezing American wallets.

More than 130 MPs, including 120 Labour backbenchers, are opposing the government's benefits bill.

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Forever is a tricky word in the stock market, but these stocks are as safe as they come and will pay you to hold them.

Separating AI reality from hyped-up fiction isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created the AI Hype Index—a simple, at-a-glance summary of everything you need to know about the state of the industry. AI agents might be the toast of the AI industry, but they’re still not that reliable. That’s why Yos…

The Exploration Company lost contact with its Mission Possible vehicle a few minutes before touchdown in the ocean.

On Wednesday, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney announced he would not run for reelection in 2024. On the surface, the electoral impact of Romney’s decision is minimal — his seat should stay safely in Republican hands. But it’s still notable because it represents the departure of one of the few remaining Republ…

Disputes over health care threaten to delay the tax cut bill President Trump wants on his desk by July 4.

Last year, the heroes of Overwatch 2 took on a few Transformers-inspired costumes as part of a collaboration between Blizzard and Hasbro. Now, the two companies are reteaming for an Overwatch 2 x G.I. Joe collaboration that's coming next month. As seen in the preview trailer below, iconic Joe heroes…

People with post-COVID conditions and those who support them can find ways to help, ways to cope with stress, and additional resources and support groups.

Starbucks is switching to a flat fee for syrup charges.

Join us for a webinar that takes you deep into the Geospatial intelligence lifecycle—from the capture of data to the advanced analytical tools and how advances in AI and machine learning are transforming it into actionable insights.
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Who doesn’t love free player housing? If you’re a thief, any of the city’s homes will suffice as a temporary base of operations. But none of them come with a Fence (albeit for a small sum of 1,000 Gold). You know what does? The Thieves Den in Oblivion Remastered! It’s a DLC player home packaged with…

Tesla stock continued to give back gains from Monday's stock market surge following the robotaxi launch on Sunday.
The post Tesla Gives Up Robotaxi Gain, But Receives Target Hike Ahead Of Vehicle Deliveries appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Chase this week announced a series of new perks for its premium Sapphire Reserve credit card, and one of them is for a pair of Apple services.





Specifically, the credit card now offers complimentary annual subscriptions to Apple TV+ and Apple Music, a value of up to $250 per year.



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It’s not complicated, but it’s important.

President calls intelligence ‘inconclusive’, while defence secretary describes harm to facilities as ‘moderate to severe’Donald Trump and the US defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, have admitted to some doubt over the scale of the damage inflicted on Iran’s nuclear sites by the US bombing at the weeken…

Shows such as Sirens, The Better Sister, And Just Like That and Your Friends and Neighbours have found little to say about the uber-wealthyAs fun as it was, Mountainhead seems to have broken something in quite a lot of people. For some, it was simply too timely. After all, it’s one thing to release …

Megan Limited Edition Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $27 (was $35) | Released on June 24 …

The mayor of Greater Manchester calls on the government to act while the remaining survivors of the UK's 1950s nuclear tests are still alive.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte praised President Donald Trump for taking "decisive action" against Iran's nuclear facilities. The NATO leader said that the strikes made the world safer.

Amazon is playing a dual-platform game in India’s competitive streaming landscape, with Prime Video targeting subscription-ready consumers while its ad-supported Amazon MX Player courts viewers transitioning from traditional TV. Speaking at the APOS conference in Indonesia, Amazon executives outline…

Learn about testing for COVID-19, including the types of tests, who should get tested, how to get tested, and print resources in English and Spanish.

Twitter is blasted for security and privacy lapses by the company’s former head of security who alleges the social media giant’s actions amount to a national security risk.

Captain Ben Stokes said “it is a good job Test cricket is played over five days” following questions over his decision at the toss in England’s epic victory over India.

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds.

What does the fracturing of vaccine advice and policy mean for the U.S. health care ecosystem? Will the potential head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stand up…

Learn about testing for COVID-19, including the types of tests, who should get tested, how to get tested, and print resources in English and Spanish.

NASA’s acting administrator expects to decide on a new “top-level” structure for the agency within weeks, but a Senate-confirmed administrator may not be in place until next year.
The post NASA’s acting leadership planning new agency structure appeared first on SpaceNews.

Chase Burns, a 22-year old right-hander and the No. 2 pick in 2024, became the first starting pitcher in the expansion era to strike out the first five batters he faced in his major league debut during the Reds' 5-4 win over the Yankees on Tuesday.

In-flight connectivity (IFC) is fast becoming a major arena for innovation and growth. As airlines seek new ways to differentiate and drive revenue through enhanced passenger experiences, seamless satellite connectivity […]
The post Deep tech is driving the next frontier in in-flight connectivity ap…

Cats overwhelmingly choose to sleep on their left side, a habit researchers say could be tied to survival. This sleep position activates the brain’s right hemisphere upon waking, perfect for detecting danger and reacting swiftly. Left-side snoozing may be more than a preference; it might be evolutio…

The world has made unprecedented progress in vaccinating children against life-threatening diseases since WHO established the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) in 1974. Despite the progress of the past 50 years, the last two decades have also been marked by stagnating childhood vaccination rate…

Understaffed nursing homes face a workforce crisis if President Donald Trump and Republicans further curtail immigration and cut Medicaid.

Time to power down for good.

KrebsOnSecurity last week was hit by a near record distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack that clocked in at more than 6.3 terabits of data per second (a terabit is one trillion bits of data). The brief attack appears to have been a test run for a massive new Internet of Things (IoT) botnet cap…

The Celestiq is more than an ultra-luxury electric sedan. Cadillac is saying it “marks a new milestone in American luxury and innovation.” The ultra-luxury EV is hand-built at Cadillac House at Vanderbilt, but it’s not cheap. Cadillac’s flagship electric sedan starts at around $350,000.



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Police clashed with people marching in Nairobi and other areas to honour those killed in protests last yearAt least 16 people have been killed and 400 injured in Kenya as a nationwide demonstration to honour those killed during last year’s anti-government protests turned chaotic, with police clashin…

The indie singer-songwriter's seventh album, Guitar, arrives Aug. 22

Iranian authorities are cracking down on internal security following the ceasefire with Israel. Reports indicate that there have been mass arrests and even executions of those accused of being Israeli spies.

Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.

Separating AI reality from hyped-up fiction isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created the AI Hype Index—a simple, at-a-glance summary of everything you need to know about the state of the industry. AI agents might be the toast of the AI industry, but they’re still not that reliable. That’s why Yos…

The US is on the brink of enacting rules for digital assets, with growing bipartisan momentum to modernize our financial system. But amid all the talk about innovation and global competitiveness, one issue has been glaringly absent: financial privacy. As we build the digital infrastructure of the 21…

COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the U.S. are working well based on studies that have looked at how vaccines work in real-world conditions.

Uber stock and Carnival highlight emergent strength in the leisure services industry group, as the stock market eyes new highs.
The post Uber Buy Point, Carnival Stock Breakout Highlight Emergent Strength In This Industry Group appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

In Venice, a romantic backdrop of weddings for centuries, the marriage of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez is providing an economic windfall and stirring protest.

Miguel Rodriguez Bermudez graduated from Newark High School and was surprised while walking across the stage to receive his diploma when he was offered a contract to become a teacher in his hometown.

On Wednesday, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney announced he would not run for reelection in 2024. On the surface, the electoral impact of Romney’s decision is minimal — his seat should stay safely in Republican hands. But it’s still notable because it represents the departure of one of the few remaining Republ…

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.

Oil is overrated.
READ MORE...

A settlement has been reached in Dominion Voting Systems' defamation case against Fox News, the judge for the case announced. The network will pay more than $787 million to Dominion, a lawyer for the company said.

Understaffed nursing homes face a workforce crisis if President Donald Trump and Republicans further curtail immigration and cut Medicaid.

Lockbit is by far this summer’s most prolific ransomware group, trailed by two offshoots of the Conti group.

Residents of Goma reported gunfire and shelling after rebels overran Congolese troops. U.N. officials estimated that more than one million displaced people were now inside the city.

Will “F1” finally deliver a commercial hit for Apple? The tech giant’s big-budget racing drama, starring Brad Pitt as a Formula One driver who is coerced out of retirement to coach a slick rookie (Damson Idris), is targeting a promising $50 million to $60 million in its debut. Given the rarity of ad…

Tune in to ABC and ESPN to watch how the first round of the NBA draft plays out.

“Health Minute” brings original health care and health policy reporting from the KFF Health News newsroom to the airwaves each week.

Tune in to ABC and ESPN to watch how the first round of the NBA draft plays out.

As wildfires increasingly threaten lives, landscapes, and air quality across the U.S., a Stanford-led study published in AGU Advances finds that prescribed burns can help reduce risks.

Well, they warned us. For more than 50 years, since the 1970s, conservatives have been trying to steal Americans’ most precious resources, our shared ownership in what are called federal lands but really are public lands, lands owned by you and me. Beginning with the so-called Sagebrush Rebellion, t…

President Trump heading back to the United States Wednesday after NATO allies committed to increasing defense spending. Mr. Trump also said the U.S. will meet with Iran next week. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports from the NATO summit and Brian Katulis, senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins C…

Maybe I've gone resale-crazy, but at least I'm organized.

The Israeli assessment contradicts a leaked intelligence report from the US, which suggests that Iran’s nuclear programme has only been set back by a few months.

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Researchers say GLP-1 agonists significantly reduced migraine frequency in participants who were obese.

Liverpool take their summer spending to about £170m with the signing of left-back Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth in a deal worth £40m.

A good keyboard can make all the difference for your work setup. If you primarily work on a laptop, switching from the built-in keyboard to a wired or wireless keyboard can be more comfortable and ergonomic while adding functionality like extra keys and shortcuts into the mix. If your daily driver i…

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report.

Over 130 companies tangled in sprawling phishing campaign that spoofed a multi-factor authentication system.

Turkana Food Inc. Kenilworth, NJ is recalling 858 cases OF Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune system

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.

Longer isn't always better.

Dozens of health insurance companies pledged on Monday to improve prior authorization, a process often used to deny care. The announcement comes months after the killing of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson, whose death in December sparked widespread criticism about insurance denials.

Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will sign for Ligue 1 side AS Monaco, a source told ESPN.

Updated February 5, 2025: The post contains 50 new customer stories, which appear at the beginning of each section of customer lists. The post will be updated regularly with new stories. One of the highlights of my career has always been connecting with customers and partners across industries to le…

Security, multitasking, and Copilot AI built in.

Live stream the 2025 MotoGP World Championship for free from anywhere in the world.

Hackers never sleep, so why should enterprise defenses? Threat actors prefer to target businesses during off-hours. That’s when they can count on fewer security personnel monitoring systems, delaying response and remediation.
When retail giant Marks & Spencer experienced a security event over Easter…

Keeping a healthy mix of friendly microbes in the gut—known as eubiosis—is crucial for good health. When that delicate balance is thrown off—often by antibiotics, diet or illness—the result can be a range of issues, from digestive problems to more serious conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative …