Think about travel as an investment in yourself, not just a break from daily life. Consider these three destinations that offer self-improvement and relaxation during warm weather getaways. As I’m taking the lead on this week’s Pursuits Weekly, with Felix Salmon abroad, I’m excited to share some unexpected spots for your next trip. Whether you’re … Read more
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Prince Andrew, the British royal eighth in line to the throne, was arrested this week on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest comes after he shared confidential government reports with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew had a reputation as a war hero and playedboy when he retired from active duty in 2001. … Read more
The latest versions of AI models Gemini 3.1 Pro and Claude Sonnet 4.6 were put to the test across seven real-world challenges, with one emerging as the clear winner. In a head-to-head competition, both models demonstrated strengths in different areas, but ultimately, Claude excelled in situations requiring solid judgment, such as political realism, emotional nuance, … Read more
The four major AI hyperscalers – Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta Platforms – are expected to spend around $650 billion on data center capital expenditures in 2026. As a result, companies like Taiwan Semiconductor are poised to reap significant benefits from the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is … Read more
As I switched to Bitwarden years ago, I felt confident about my decision. But with the rise of account takeovers and phishing kits, “pretty good” is no longer enough. The problem lies in concentrating risk on a single platform – your browser password manager. When all your passwords, autofill data, and two-factor codes live in … Read more
A smart home sounds impressive, but it’s not necessarily the smartest way to do things. If you have to interact with a dashboard every time you want to control your smart home, you’re just having a manual home with nicer buttons. The perfect smart home works by itself. As you approach your home in your … Read more
The US men’s hockey team has been on a roll since arriving at the Olympics, easily winning their preliminary round games. They narrowly escaped a loss to Sweden in overtime and dominated Slovakia 2-0. With nearly five decades of chasing gold, the Americans are now just one step away from finally achieving their goal. Source: … Read more
Dan Trachtenberg, the director of Predator: Badlands, has been talking about his latest sci-fi adventure movie. The film is set in a distant future and features an extraterrestrial setting, new additions to the Predator franchise’s lore, and a thrilling experience for fans. Trachtenberg explained that he was nervous about tonal changes in the movie, but … Read more
President Trump is at a critical point in his presidency. He can either sign an agreement to limit Iran’s nuclear program or take action that could lead to war. If he chooses the former, it would be a historic breakthrough and a significant step towards peace. However, if he decides on the latter, he risks … Read more