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Google announces Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for AI-powered speech-to-text

While we wait (possibly in vain) for Gemini 3.5 Pro to launch, Google is releasing a different model in the 3.5 branch. The company has announced Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, an AI model...

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Sep 3, 2026

Technology

Popular navigation apps unlikely to ditch Mercator maps despite UN resolution

Nearly every country represented in the United Nations General Assembly recently voted in favor of promoting world maps that more accurately show the size of various continents. Bu...

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Sep 11, 2026

Health

Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine

The CDC published a public health update on 2026-09-01 titled "Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine". Vaccination has been shown to reduce the risk of flu illness, hospitalization...

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Sep 2, 2026

World

Uganda lays 'boy king' Oyo to rest amid succession row

Uganda has buried King Oyo Nyimba, who was crowned in the Tooro Kingdom in 1995 aged just 3. His death at 34 has triggered a dispute over a successor, as rumors abound of possible...

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Sep 15, 2026

Entertainment

Mike D thought making music was behind him. Then came 'Thank You'

His first solo album finds the Beastie Boys rapper making music with his sons and embracing the unpredictability of collaboration.(Image credit: Stephen Chernin). His first solo al...

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Aug 30, 2026

Economy

Average hourly earnings update for August 2026

Average hourly earnings update was 37.8 index points in August 2026. That is a 0.1 change from the prior month and offers a direct read on short-term labor and wage momentum. The B...

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Sep 15, 2026

Entertainment

Dolly Parton lived her motto: 'More is more'

"I've always believed that a part of my magic, if there was any, was the fact that I look so artificial— but I am so totally real," Parton said in 2001. "I've always believed that...

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Aug 28, 2026

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Notice of August 31, 2026 Decisions on Petitions for Small Refinery Exemptions…

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing notification of its final action entitled August 31, 2026 Decision on Petitions for RFS Small Refinery Exemptions ("August 31...

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Sep 2, 2026

Politics

Repeal of Fossil Fuel Restrictions for New Federal Buildings and Major…

The Department of Energy (DOE) is reviewing its recent guidance related to the implementation of newly adopted provisions regarding Clean Energy for New Federal Buildings and Major...

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Sep 2, 2026

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Solar Eclipses and Culture (September 2, 2026)

NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day for 2026-09-02 is titled "Solar Eclipses and Culture." The release is published as a image and pairs imagery with an official science explainer fr...

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Sep 2, 2026

Science

Where Your Elements Came From (September 14, 2026)

NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day for 2026-09-14 is titled "Where Your Elements Came From." The release is published as a image and pairs imagery with an official science explainer...

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Sep 14, 2026

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Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them

Panic, the indie game publishers behind the quirky, yellow crank-sporting Playdate gaming handheld, is issuing refunds to customers who had to shoulder the cost of inappropriate ta...

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Sep 8, 2026

Technology

Tesla’s Cybercab has been deployed, and it’s already under investigation

Tesla’s Cybercab, a distinctive two-seater without a steering wheel or brake pedals, is set to start picking up members of the public in two states. But the vehicle is already unde...

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Sep 9, 2026

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Can Gulf states and Iran negotiate the Strait of Hormuz without the U.S.?

Dania Thafer of the Gulf International Forum weighs in on previously scheduled talks between Iran and Gulf states. Shortly before this interview aired, Oman announced that the talk...

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Sep 15, 2026

World

US officials defend Venezuela oil deal amid questions over rebuilding plan

Government talks up pact but Venezuelan opposition alarmed that democracy yet to return after Maduro exitTrump administration officials on Tuesday defended a highly contentious dea...

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Sep 2, 2026

World

Two people dead and nearly 80 rescued after Grand Canyon flash flood

Officials say one person still unaccounted for as forecast heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten further floodingA second death was confirmed by National Park Service officials on...

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Sep 1, 2026

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Notes from the Field: Characteristics and Monitoring of the 2026 Outbreak of…

The CDC published a public health update on 2026-09-01 titled "Notes from the Field: Characteristics and Monitoring of the 2026 Outbreak of Ebola Disease Caused by Bundibugyo Virus...

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Sep 2, 2026

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How Gillian Anderson opened her mind to desires that go far beyond a person's…

Gillian Anderson is known for her work in X-Files and The Crown. But her role in Sex Education convinced her that she wanted to encourage women to talk about the fantasies they've...

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Sep 14, 2026

Entertainment

This house trumpets its history in the face of gentrification. Now it's a…

This house trumpets its history in the face of gentrification. Now it's a landmark. NPR reported this update on 2026-08-28 with additional details in the linked source coverage. Th...

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Aug 31, 2026

Entertainment

Alex Winter: ‘Michael Winner was the most erudite sociopath I’ve ever met’

The Bill & Ted actor answers your questions about working with Keanu Reeves, whether there will be a fourth instalment and nights out in Brixton with the Death Wish director. You w...

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Sep 14, 2026

Entertainment

Yayoi Kusama – a life in pictures

The Japanese avant-garde artist, who was known for her giant polka dot artworks and mirrored infinity room installations, has died aged 97. Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became...

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Sep 14, 2026

Entertainment

Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin and Charli XCX says bye to Brat - Music…

Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music. Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin and Charli XCX says bye to Brat - Music Photography Awar...

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Sep 14, 2026

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