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Sci & TechOct 4Turning Your Home Office Into a Productivity Powerhouse: 10 Common Problems and Gadgets to Fix ThemExplore ten everyday challenges faced by remote workers and discover practical gadgets-from noise‑cancelling headphones to smart mugs-that can boost focus, reduce distractions, and lift comfort. These vetted Amazon picks help you keep your home workspace efficient, calm, and enjoyable.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 4Cracking the Code of Cold PeopleIs the chill of others' cold behavior getting to you? Seeing it as a moment, acknowledging disappointment, and modeling open expression can help you build trust and connection.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 4The Natural Buzz of Daydreaming, With Meaning and PurposeMental meanderings through a fantasy world have an evolutionary advantage, promoting goal achievement, creativity, and shelter from a difficult world.headtopics · united states of america
Sci & TechOct 4Why I quit the movement shaping AIArtificial intelligence insiders are quitting their jobs, saying the technology could mean the end of humanity. Pope Leo in France warned of a “paradise of machines”. And the New York Times reported this week that one of AI firm Anthropic’s co-founders spent months lobbying religious thinkers on the possibility that AI could be conscious.France 24 [en]
BusinessOct 4AI spending to drive another strong S&P 500 earnings season, Goldman Sachs saysGoldman Sachs predicts that increased spending on Artificial Intelligence will lead to a strong earnings season for companies listed on the S&P 500. This indicates a potential significant impact of AI investment on the financial market.Seeking Alpha Tech
HealthOct 4Alan Alda on fighting Parkinson's with laughterAlan Alda, now 90, best-known for his role as "Hawkeye" Pierce on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H," talks about living with Parkinson's disease, which he refuses to let define him.CBS News
Sci & TechOct 4Sony's PlayStation 6: Rumours and Reality as the PS5 Turns SixWith the PS5's sixth anniversary looming, the industry is turning its attention forward to Sony's potentially next console, rumours about its launch date, price projections, and how increased supply chain costs and competition from Microsoft shape its future.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 4Bittersweet News for NCIS Fans as Season 24 Announces a Major AbsenceNCIS season 24 marks a new era for the show, with the return of Michael Weatherly's Tony Dinozzo Jr. after an 18-year absence. However, in a disappointing turn of events, Cote de Pablo's Ziva David will not be part of the season, as she will be attending her daughter's boarding school in the United States. This raises questions about the future of the show and the potential for Ziva's return.headtopics · united states of america
BusinessOct 4Tech sector posts quarterly gains as AI momentum continuesThe technology sector has reported quarterly financial gains, driven by the ongoing momentum in Artificial Intelligence. This highlights the continued growth and impact of AI on the tech industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 4Aaron Sorkin on "The Social Reckoning": "Maybe we can't handle the truth"Sixteen years after "The Social Network," his Oscar-winning film about Mark Zuckerberg, Aaron Sorkin turns from Facebook's origins to its consequences with "The Social Reckoning," about a Facebook whistleblower.CBS News
PoliticsOct 4China urged to build ‘system’ to protect expanding overseas interestsBeijing has been urged to do more to protect its overseas interests with a call for diplomatic engagement to reshape international rules and deeper security cooperation with other countries. As China’s expanding global footprint comes under pressure from geopolitics and restrictions from the West, a Chinese analysis posted on the Global Security Research social media account has called for a major shift in strategy. The author was not identified, but the account regularly posts analysis and...South China Morning Post
CyberOct 4Detecting deepfakes, in a world where even reality is suspectHany Farid, a leading expert on deepfakes and digital manipulation, estimates that half of the content widely viewed on the Internet is fake. What does this mean for our ability to detect images generated or hallucinated by artificial intelligence?CBS News
Sci & TechOct 4Starship’s successful launch to low Earth orbit is a big dealAs the late, great science fiction writer Robert Heinlein said, "Once you get to Earth orbit, you’re halfway to anywhere in the solar system."The Hill
Sci & TechOct 4Detecting deepfakes, in a world where even reality is suspectHany Farid, a leading expert on deepfakes and digital manipulation, estimates that half of the content widely viewed on the Internet is fake. What does this mean for our ability to detect images generated or hallucinated by artificial intelligence? "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with Farid about the toll of studying deepfakes; about the weaponization of AI imagery; and about whether AI agents will ever be accepted as replacements for humans.CBS News
BusinessOct 4Trending stocks this week as markets weigh jobs data, yieldsThis article discusses trending stocks for the current week, analyzing how market performance is influenced by recent jobs data and bond yields. This provides insight into current financial market dynamics.Seeking Alpha Tech
WorldOct 4Passage: In memoriam"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including puppeteer Peppino Mazzullo, voice of the mouse puppet Topo Gigio.CBS News
WorldOct 4Starting a watch collection? What beginners should know before buyingWatch experts explain how beginners can start a collection, what tends to hold value, when to buy used and how to avoid costly mistakes.CNBC
WorldOct 4Aaron Sorkin on "The Social Reckoning"Aaron Sorkin's Oscar-winning screenplay for "The Social Network" helped define Mark Zuckerberg in the public imagination. Sixteen years later, Sorkin turns from Facebook's origins to its consequences. He wrote and directed "The Social Reckoning," inspired by whistleblower Frances Haugen's leak of thousands of internal documents to Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz. Correspondent Jo Ling Kent talks with Sorkin and Haugen about Facebook's power – and what it means for all of us.CBS News
Sci & TechOct 4A super affordable gaming handheld alternative from Xiaomi? Redmi Pad 2 9.7 gaming reviewA 2K display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a compact form factor for under $160 sounds like the ultimate handheld dream. We tested the relatively compact Redmi Pad 2 9.7 with the latest Android games. Can this budget tablet handle gaming reasonably well? We’ll find out whether the Xiaomi tablet is also suitable for casual gamers.notebookcheck · united states of america
DisasterOct 4Flooded golf carts pose fire risk after stormsFlooded golf carts with lithium-ion batteries pose a fire risk after storms. Here is how to keep your vehicle safe.headtopics · united states of america
DisasterOct 4The week in pictures: Disaster averted on Flydubai flight, French school protests and Bangkok floodsFrom French highschoolers protesting to demand better learning conditions to a Flydubai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after a flightcrew member's onboard attack and flooded streets in Bangkok, FRANCE 24 looks back at the week's most striking pictures.France 24 [en]
MilitaryOct 4Eight countries including China join military exercises in RussiaTroops from eight countries including China have been participating in joint military exercises in Russia. The exercise concluded on Saturday after conducting coordinated ground and air operations, according to Chinese state broadcaster CCTV.Africanews [en]
Sci & TechOct 4A 'weird' IPO pull, a tainted reputation and the stalled breakout moment for AI wearablesApple, Google and Meta are pushing new AI devices and assistants amid growing privacy concerns around wearables.CNBC
WorldOct 4Almanac: October 4"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.CBS News