The White House confirms that the algorithm for TikTok, which is at the center of national security concerns, will be operated in the United States under new majority American ownership. The deal transfers control of TikTok’s US operations and a copy of its algorithm code to a joint venture based in the US, with Oracle … Read more
US President Donald Trump has made a sudden change in his stance on Ukraine, declaring that the country can retake all its territory with NATO’s help. This shift was warmly welcomed by Kyiv but met skepticism from Moscow, which described him as having been given “alternative reality.” Trump’s comments also acknowledged Russia’s inability to make … Read more
The season finale of ‘Alien: Earth’ takes a thrilling turn as the hybrid kids, led by Marcy Hermit, rise up against their abusive corporate overlord, Boy Kavalier. With their newfound powers, they lock up Kavalier and unleash chaos on the island, taking down his henchmen and even the deadly xenomorphs. As the hybrids use their … Read more
The new iPhone 17 Pro has a 7 out of 10 repairability score from iFixit due to its innovative design. However, Apple still faces criticism for not addressing “Scratchgate,” scratches and scuffs caused by worn-out MagSafe risers. While some features like the removable battery, easily swappable cameras, and vapor chamber make repairs easier, others, such … Read more
FX’s Alien: Earth ended its debut season with a show-stopping cliffhanger, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the fate of its broken toy characters and xenomorph. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, showrunner Noah Hawley revealed that the finale sets up a second season while keeping options open for future storylines. Hawley aimed to keep “all … Read more
Democrat Adelita Grijalva is projected to win a special election Tuesday in Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, further thinning out the Republican House majority. Here’s what it means: The Republican majority has grown even slimmer, with Democrats now holding 214 seats compared to Republicans’ 219. This shift could make it harder for Republicans to pass legislation. … Read more
AT&T customers affected by two data breaches will soon receive compensation. In 2019 and 2024, millions of customers had their personal information exposed, including Social Security numbers and birth dates. The company has proposed a $177 million settlement, with payouts ranging from $1,500 to $7,500 per eligible customer. The settlements were reached after years of … Read more
Apple TV+’s Slow Horses has returned for its fifth season, and it’s just as lean and mean as ever. The ragtag spies find themselves trapped in their own headquarters, forced to rely on their wits to escape. Gary Oldman shines as Jackson Lamb, the grizzled leader who turns a Cold War tale into a blueprint … Read more
Apple has asked two of its main suppliers, Luxshare Precision and Foxconn, to increase production of the entry-level iPhone 17 by at least 30% due to strong pre-orders. The move suggests more consumers are choosing the cheaper $799 iPhone 17 over premium models like the Pro series, which start at $1,099. The company is betting … Read more
The US Navy has admitted that it can’t leave its custom-built cloud environment, NAVSEA Cloud, without Microsoft’s support. A recent letter from the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) revealed that transitioning to a higher security level would require a ground-up rebuild and delay the program by at least 36 months. The Navy had sought advice … Read more