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2026-01-22T10:00:00-05:00
Nyan-nyan-ji in Kyoto, Japan
The Shinto religion is said to host over eight million deities that vary from nature spirits, to important historical figures, or even bunnies (link to bunny temple) However, a temple dedicated to cats still stands out. This is because it is not a temple at all, but an art project. NyanNyan-ji is the life's work of Miyano Kaya, a cat artist who bought the house and converted it to the temple you can see today. Its most notable features are the large sliding doors painted with cat motifs by Kaya, and the Buddhist and Shinto type shrines that can be found in the heart of the building. Across the building art by Kaya and 130 other artists can he found and bought, ranging from shrine-like charms to paintings and prints, a must for cat lovers.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/nyan-nyan-ji
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The Lost Colony of Roanoke in Manteo, North Carolina
Located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Roanoke Island is home to one of America’s most enduring mysteries: the disappearance of an entire colony without a trace. Roanoke Island was first surveyed by English explorers in 1584, when the Spanish Empire was still the dominant colonial power in the Americas. The English statesman Sir Walter Raleigh sought to establish a colony in the region to give the English Crown a foothold on the continent and build a base of operations for privateering—the state-sanctioned practice of raiding foreign commercial vessels. The reconnaissance mission identified Roanoke Island as a promising location, with its soil described as “the most plentiful, sweet, fruitful, and wholesome of all the world.” Roanoke Island’s natural bounty notwithstanding, the colonization project proved more challenging than expected. Six hundred men arrived on the island in late June the following year, with little time to prepare for the coming winter. Making matters worse, storms damaged an anchored ship storing most of the group’s supplies off the coast, leading to food shortages for the fledgling colony. These food shortages, paired with disease brought by the Englishmen, escalated tensions between the local Algonquian population and colonists, who turned back to England in the summer of 1586. In 1587, another expedition led by John White set sail with 118 women, men, and children. Upon their July arrival, colonists started rebuilding and improving upon the infrastructure left behind by the previous colony. But tensions with the local population continued to rise, ultimately leading to an incident where colonists mistakenly attacked a Croatoan village in retaliation for the killing of a colonist by members of the Secotan tribe. A month after their arrival, on August 18, John White’s granddaughter was born, the first English child born on the North American continent: Virginia Dare. Soon after, White set sail back to England for supplies and additional settlers, expecting to return the following year. However, White’s return voyage to Roanoke was delayed by several years due to an escalation of the Anglo-Spanish War and increased English interest in colonizing Ireland. When he finally mustered a fleet and arrived on Roanoke Island on August 18, 1590, the settlers were gone, having left few clues aside from a carving of the word “Croatoan.” Speculation about what happened to the colony abounds, but the colonists’ fate remains a mystery. Popular theories include a hurricane, a famine, a Spanish attack, integration with nearby native populations, or migrations to new locations along the coast. However, to this day, no archeological evidence has been found to support these theories, and many are contradicted by White’s account of arriving at the colony, which did not describe signs of a storm or violent struggle. Today, visitors to Roanoke Island buy tickets to see “The Lost Colony,” by the late playwright and Pulitzer winner Paul Green, which first opened on July 4th in 1937, and is performed at an amphitheater on the coast. The area also features a visitor center with a museum dedicated to the lost colony, and manicured grounds and nature trails for a leisurely stroll.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/lost-colony-roanoke
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2026-01-21T16:00:00-05:00
Hermitage of Saint Sava in Kablar in Ovcar Banja, Serbia
There are several “hermitages” of Saint Sava. Known as the Enlightener or the Illuminator, Saint Sava was a Serbian prince and Orthodox monk who became the first Archbishop of the Serbian Orthodox Church. He founded and used multiple secluded places for prayer and work, inspired by travels to Mount Athos and Palestine. These hermitages, or places of solitude, served as centers for spiritual reflection, writing, and education. One such example is the Hermitage of Saint Sava or Savinje Church. This small chapel dedicated to Saint Sava is tucked away in the Ovčar-Kablar Gorge. Built around 1938 beside a natural spring, it is both historic and secluded, and local tradition links the site to the legend of Saint Sava seeking refuge there. Known as “Sava’s Water,”, the source of the spring water was traditionally believed to aid eyesight issues and soothe headaches. To this day, on major feast days in the Serbian Orthodox Church, monks from the Monastery of the Transfiguration hold services there.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/savinje-church
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2026-01-21T14:00:00-05:00
Jacob’s Ladder in West Perth, Australia
Dating back to 1909, Jacob’s Ladder was originally constructed from local jarrah wood by Joseph Huck and Sons. Reconstructed in the 1960’s using concrete and steel, the staircase is an iconic shortcut that takes you from the banks of Perth’s Swan River to Kings Park in a matter of minutes. The gruelling ascent may seem daunting as you gaze up the narrow, steep steps zigzagging back and forth out of sight, but it is well worth the effort. At the top, you may think you’ve reached its namesake’s destination as you’re greeted by both panoramic views back across the river and the beautiful lush landscape of Kings Park. Local fitness fanatics use the steps regularly for exercise, and it’s amazing to watch them complete multiple laps as you sit at the top on the conveniently placed bench catching your breath or sipping from the water fountain.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/jacobs-ladder-australia
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2026-01-21T12:00:00-05:00
Fish Building in Hyderabad, India
The National Fisheries Development Board building, affectionately dubbed the "Fish Building", serves as the headquarters of the National Fisheries Development Board. Its architecture is allegedly inspired by Frank Gehry's "Fish" sculpture in Barcelona. It is considered a local landmark and is an example of novelty architecture. The building became operative in 2012, garnering a variety of responses from public and architects alike, ranging from praise to disapproval. However, the building is not open for public use. It is a government building that is fully functional.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/fish-building
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2026-01-21T12:00:00-05:00
Manjarabad Fort in Hassan, India
The eight-pointed star shaped fort built by Tipu Sultan in the late 18th century, was heavily inspired by French architecture and was constructed by Sébastien Le Prestre, Marquis of Vauban. At the time of the fort being built, Tipu Sultan had found his allied with the French leading to his collaboration with the French military architect. The fort was created with an intention of have favorable military position that would prove strategic during times of attack and defense. The fort also features army barracks, storage cells, watchtowers, secret passages and even a well.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/manjarabad-fort
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2026-01-21T10:00:00-05:00
River Rothay Stepping Stones in Ambleside, England
In the heart of the Lake District is the River Rothay, a small spate river whose name means 'the red one' in Old Norse. From its source north of the village of Grasmere, the river flows into the lake that the village is named after, before continuing onto and through Rydal Water. Shortly after leaving the eastern side of Rydal, the river arrives at the charming River Rothay stepping stones. From here, the Rothay continues along the western edge of the town of Ambleside, before emptying into the northern end of Windermere, England's largest lake. The stepping stones provide hikers and walkers with a more direct path heading back towards Ambleside. However, this route was rendered impassable in December 2015, after heavy flooding caused by Storm Desmond washed away several of the original stones. The crossing was finally restored in 2018, with specially pre-cast concrete slabs lowered into the river to affix the stones more securely to the river bed. With a location in one of Britain's most beautiful national parks, the surrounding scenery that can be viewed while traversing the river, make the stepping stones a very popular and picturesque photographic spot throughout all seasons. In winter, the snow capped peaks of Baystones and Wansfell Pike in the distance provide a dramatic backdrop. While during spring and summer months, the lush greenery of the rolling fields contrast wonderfully with the shimmering sunlight reflecting off the surface of the Rothay.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/river-rothay-stepping-stones
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2026-01-23T10:00:33+00:00
SpaceX’s Starlink dodged 300,000 satellite collisions in 2025
The company’s mega-constellation is having to perform a huge number of manoeuvres to prevent a collision in Earth orbit
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512470-spacexs-starlink-dodged-300000-satellite-collisions-in-2025/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-23T10:00:12+00:00
Why biological clocks get our 'true age' wrong – and how AI could help
Your chronological age can’t always tell you the state of your health, which is why biological clocks have been developed to show our risk of developing diseases or dying – but they’re not all they are cracked up to be, says columnist Graham Lawton
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512984-why-biological-clocks-get-our-true-age-wrong-and-how-ai-could-help/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T18:00:00+00:00
New Scientist recommends Avatar: Fire and Ash – especially the whale
The books, TV, games and more that New Scientist staff have enjoyed this week
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26935790-500-new-scientist-recommends-avatar-fire-and-ash-especially-the-whale/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T16:00:31+00:00
Our oral microbiome could hold the key to preventing obesity
A distinct set of microbes has been identified in people with obesity, which might help spot and treat the condition early – but whether it is a cause or effect of the condition isn’t known
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512970-our-oral-microbiome-could-hold-the-key-to-preventing-obesity/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-23T08:00:48+00:00
Why did magic mushrooms evolve? We may finally have the answer
Many species of fungus across the world produce psilocybin, a chemical with psychedelic effects in humans, but its evolutionary purpose may be to deter mushroom-munching insects
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512742-why-did-magic-mushrooms-evolve-we-may-finally-have-the-answer/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T18:00:13+00:00
Stunning images reveal the rich biodiversity of remotest Tanzania
Photographer Frédéric Noy's shots give an insight into life around the rainforests of Udzungwa Mountains National Park – and efforts to protect it
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2511579-stunning-images-reveal-the-rich-biodiversity-of-remotest-tanzania/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T18:00:00+00:00
Can we battle the downsides of a rule-based world, asks a new book
Imposing order on the world is seductive, but it flattens out the diversity and rich messiness of human life. Oddly, playing by the rules may help us fight back, argues C. Thi Nguyen in The Score
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26935790-400-can-we-battle-the-downsides-of-a-rule-based-world-asks-a-new-book/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T19:00:32+00:00
Ancient bacterium discovery rewrites the origins of syphilis
A 5500-year-old genome recovered from human skeletal remains in Colombia may give insights into the early evolution of syphilis and its relatives
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512939-ancient-bacterium-discovery-rewrites-the-origins-of-syphilis/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T16:00:20+00:00
Ancient giant kangaroos could have hopped despite their huge size
Long thought to have walked bipedally, like us, Australia’s extinct giant kangaroos have features that indicate they could also have bounced
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508954-ancient-giant-kangaroos-could-have-hopped-despite-their-huge-size/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-19T16:00:51+00:00
The invention of net zero: Best ideas of the century
Net zero wasn’t always the target – the consensus used to be that we could continue releasing greenhouse gases and maintain global temperatures. How did that change?
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508813-the-invention-of-net-zero-best-ideas-of-the-century/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-19T16:00:32+00:00
The immense interconnectivity of the brain: Best ideas of the century
How discovering that different parts of the brain work together as networks has transformed our understanding of everything from daydreaming and emotions to planning and memory
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508321-the-immense-interconnectivity-of-the-brain-best-ideas-of-the-century/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T18:00:00+00:00
The internet feels super lonely right now. Here's why
Almost 80 years ago, sociologists identified a new personality type that is particularly sensitive to loneliness. It's even more relevant today, says Annalee Newitz
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26935790-200-the-internet-feels-super-lonely-right-now-heres-why/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T12:05:04+00:00
Does limiting social media help teens? We'll finally get some evidence
A trial will finally reveal whether limiting the time teens spend on social media really does affect their mental health
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512910-does-limiting-social-media-help-teens-well-finally-get-some-evidence/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T16:00:43+00:00
Ape-like hominin Paranthropus was more adaptable than we thought
A fossil discovery in northern Ethiopia expands the known range of Paranthropus, a genus of strong-jawed hominins that lived around 2 million years ago, and suggests they lived in a range of habitats
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512373-ape-like-hominin-paranthropus-was-more-adaptable-than-we-thought/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T10:00:12+00:00
Strips of dried placenta help wounds heal with less scarring
Donated placentas can be processed into thin, sterilised sheets that are packed with natural healing substances and reduce scarring when applied to wounds
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512111-strips-of-dried-placenta-help-wounds-heal-with-less-scarring/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T18:00:00+00:00
We were wrong about being able to 'nudge' people to improve the world
We thought we could address big social problems by steering individual behaviour. But "nudging" people doesn't work, say behavioural scientists Nick Chater and George Loewenstein
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26935790-100-we-were-wrong-about-being-able-to-nudge-people-to-improve-the-world/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-22T00:01:57+00:00
Piercing crocodile close-up wins ecology photo competition
A striking shot of biting flies on the head of a crocodile is among the winning entries in the British Ecological Society’s annual Capturing Ecology photography competition
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2511807-piercing-crocodile-close-up-wins-ecology-photo-competition/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T23:30:59+00:00
Natural ovulation the best option before an IVF frozen embryo transfer
Women using frozen embryos as part of their IVF treatment can either choose to use a medicated cycle or their natural one to prepare their uterus for a pregnancy. Now, scientists have found that the latter option seems to carry fewer risks
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512778-natural-ovulation-the-best-option-before-an-ivf-frozen-embryo-transfer/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T16:00:50+00:00
Our earliest vertebrate ancestors may have had four eyes
Extraordinary fossils of 518-million-year-old jawless fish, among the earliest known vertebrates, appear to show that these animals had two pairs of eyes
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512668-our-earliest-vertebrate-ancestors-may-have-had-four-eyes/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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Oldest known rock art is a 68,000-year-old hand stencil with claws
Newly discovered rock art sites in Sulawesi, Indonesia, that date to nearly 68,000 years ago are thought to be the oldest rock art in the world, pre-dating Neanderthal hand stencils in Spain by 1100 years
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512357-oldest-known-rock-art-is-a-68000-year-old-hand-stencil-with-claws/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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Bird retinas work without oxygen, and now scientists know how
The light-sensitive tissue of birds’ eyes is not supplied with oxygen by blood vessels – instead, it powers itself with a flood of sugar, and this may have evolutionary benefits
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512692-bird-retinas-work-without-oxygen-and-now-scientists-know-how/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T13:30:56+00:00
Alex Garland’s The Bone Temple is brutal, brilliant - and mind-blowing
This follow-up to the influential 28 Days Later continues to take the zombie movie franchise in a surprising and thought-provoking direction
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512653-alex-garlands-the-bone-temple-is-brutal-brilliant-and-mind-blowing/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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2026-01-21T10:00:29+00:00
Octopuses prompt rethink of why animals evolve big brains
A popular idea suggests a link between big brains and a rich social life, but octopuses don't fit the pattern, which suggests something else is going on
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2512336-octopuses-prompt-rethink-of-why-animals-evolve-big-brains/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home
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'Earthquake on a chip' uses 'phonon' lasers to make mobile devices more efficient
A new technology that generates tiny, earthquake-like effects could shake up the wireless device industry with smaller, less power-hungry devices. scientists say.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/electronics/earthquake-on-a-chip-could-speed-up-smartphones-thanks-to-phonon-laser-invention
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Chocolate Hills: The color-changing mounds in the Philippines that inspired legends of mud-slinging giants
The Chocolate Hills are 1,776 mounds on Bohol Island in the Philippines where grassy cover turns brown during the dry season.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/geology/chocolate-hills-the-color-changing-mounds-in-the-philippines-that-inspired-legends-of-mud-slinging-giants
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How to choose the best dehumidifier for your home this season
Dehumidifiers come into their own this season — reducing condensation, preventing mold, reducing heating costs and more. Here's how to choose an appropriate model.
https://www.livescience.com/health/how-to-choose-the-best-dehumidifier-for-your-home
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2026-01-23T11:56:16+00:00
Stream Will Smith's Pole to Pole and many more nature and science documentaries with a 33% saving in this limited-time Disney+ deal
At just £3.99 a month, this UK-only Disney+ streaming deal is a must-get, giving you access to binge-worthy shows like Ghost Elephants, Expedition Everest, Secrets of the Whales and more.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/stream-will-smiths-pole-to-pole-and-many-more-nature-and-science-documentaries-with-a-33-percent-saving-in-this-limited-time-disney-deal
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2026-01-23T10:00:00+00:00
An ocean the size of the Arctic once covered half of Mars, new images hint
Mars may have been a "blue planet" with an ocean the size of today's Arctic Ocean, a new study suggests.
https://www.livescience.com/space/mars/an-ocean-the-size-of-the-arctic-once-covered-half-of-mars-new-images-hint
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2026-01-22T21:40:00+00:00
'Pain sponge' derived from stem cells could soak up pain signals before they reach the brain
Scientists are developing a "sponge" that can soak up pain signals in the body before they reach the brain, potentially offering an alternative to painkillers.
https://www.livescience.com/health/neuroscience/pain-sponge-derived-from-stem-cells-could-soak-up-pain-signals-before-they-reach-the-brain
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2026-01-22T20:38:42+00:00
Arctic blast probably won't cause trees to explode in the cold — but here's what happens if and when they do go boom
An exploding tree claim has gone viral as the U.S. brace for an Arctic blast that will send temperatures plunging, triggering a massive and long-lasting winter storm.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/weather/arctic-blast-will-bring-life-threatening-temperatures-and-dump-snow-on-150-million-americans-but-will-it-make-the-trees-explode
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2026-01-22T19:00:00+00:00
5,500-year-old human skeleton discovered in Colombia holds the oldest evidence yet that syphilis came from the Americas
An ancient DNA analysis of a 5,500-year-old human skeleton reveals that an ancestor of the bacterium that causes syphilis was present in the Americas at least 3,000 years earlier than previously thought.
https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/5-500-year-old-human-skeleton-discovered-in-colombia-holds-the-oldest-evidence-yet-that-syphilis-came-from-the-americas
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2026-01-22T18:21:12+00:00
Wegovy now comes in pill form — here's how it works
The pill version of Wegovy seems to work just as well as the injectable form, but there are some key differences between the two formulations, experts say.
https://www.livescience.com/health/medicine-drugs/wegovy-now-comes-in-pill-form-heres-how-it-works
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2026-01-22T16:15:00+00:00
Creepy robotic hand detaches at the wrist before scurrying away to collect objects
EPFL's robotic appendage features fingers that bend both ways and is designed to retrieve objects from spaces too hazardous for human hands.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/robotics/creepy-robotic-hand-detaches-at-the-wrist-before-scurrying-away-to-collect-objects
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2026-01-22T12:00:00+00:00
6 tips to kickstart your exercise routine and actually stick to it, according to science
Struggling with your New Year’s fitness resolutions? Do not give up just yet. Here are 6 expert tips on how to successfully form and maintain new habits.
https://www.livescience.com/health/exercise/6-tips-to-kickstart-your-exercise-routine-and-actually-stick-to-it-according-to-science
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2026-01-22T12:00:00+00:00
Sega Toys Homestar Classic star projector review
Though it has fewer bells and whistles than its Sega Toys siblings, the Homestar Classic is still one of the best star projectors on the market.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/sega-toys-homestar-classic-star-projector-review
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2026-01-22T11:24:53+00:00
Californians have been using far less water than suppliers estimated — what does this mean for the state?
Flawed assumptions about water demand mean suppliers in California overestimated future demand by an average of 74% over 20 years — positive news for the drought-embattled state.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/climate-change/californians-have-been-using-far-less-water-than-suppliers-estimated-what-does-this-mean-for-the-state
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2026-01-22T11:00:00+00:00
Scientists may be approaching a 'fundamental breakthrough in cosmology and particle physics' — if dark matter and 'ghost particles' can interact
Astronomers found evidence that dark matter and neutrinos may interact, hinting at a "fundamental breakthrough" that challenges our understanding of how the universe evolved.
https://www.livescience.com/physics-mathematics/particle-physics/scientists-may-be-approaching-a-fundamental-breakthrough-in-cosmology-and-particle-physics-if-dark-matter-and-ghost-particles-can-interact
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2026-01-21T20:50:00+00:00
Lab mice that 'touch grass' are less anxious — and that highlights a big problem in rodent research
Mice that experience the real world may be better models for human mental health conditions, compared with lab mice that never leave their cages, a study hints.
https://www.livescience.com/health/lab-mice-that-touch-grass-are-less-anxious-and-that-highlights-a-big-problem-in-rodent-research
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2026-01-21T18:57:30+00:00
2,400-year-old Hercules shrine and elite tombs discovered outside ancient Rome's walls
Archaeologists have unearthed tombs and a shrine dedicated to Hercules from the time of the Roman Republic.
https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/romans/2-400-year-old-hercules-shrine-and-elite-tombs-discovered-in-romes-suburbs
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2026-01-21T17:30:31+00:00
Coyote scrambles onto Alcatraz Island after perilous, never-before-seen swim
Experts have reacted to a viral video of a coyote swimming to Alcatraz Island in what is a surprising first for the San Francisco Bay Area.
https://www.livescience.com/animals/land-mammals/coyote-scrambles-onto-alcatraz-island-after-perilous-never-before-seen-swim
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2026-01-21T17:18:35+00:00
Stunning time-lapse video captured using 'artificial eclipse' shows 3 massive eruptions on the sun
ESA's Proba-3 mission, made up of twin spacecraft capable of aligning to create artificial eclipses, has captured "rare" footage of three solar prominences erupting from the sun's mysteriously hot atmosphere.
https://www.livescience.com/space/the-sun/stunning-time-lapse-video-captured-using-artificial-eclipse-shows-3-massive-eruptions-on-the-sun
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2026-01-21T16:24:51+00:00
Enormous freshwater reservoir discovered off the East Coast may be 20,000 years old and big enough to supply NYC for 800 years
An expedition off the coast of Massachusetts has confirmed the existence of a freshwater reservoir beneath the seafloor. Now, scientists are starting to understand when and how it formed.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/rivers-oceans/enormous-freshwater-reservoir-discovered-off-the-east-coast-may-be-20-000-years-old-and-big-enough-to-supply-nyc-for-800-years
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2026-01-21T16:00:00+00:00
World's oldest known rock art predates modern humans' entrance into Europe — and it was found in an Indonesian cave
The hand stencil is more than 1,000 years older than the previous earliest evidence of rock art.
https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/worlds-oldest-known-rock-art-predates-modern-humans-entrance-into-europe-and-it-was-found-in-an-indonesian-cave
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2026-01-21T16:00:00+00:00
2.6 million-year-old jaw from extinct 'Nutcracker Man' is found where we didn't expect it
A fossil jaw of a distant human relative was discovered much farther north than previously thought possible, revealing new information about diversity in human evolution.
https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/human-evolution/2-6-million-year-old-jaw-from-extinct-nutcracker-man-is-found-where-we-didnt-expect-it
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2026-01-21T14:30:00+00:00
Bring the Northern Lights indoors with this Amazon deal on one of our top-rated star projectors
Enjoy the wonders of the night sky at home and save 39% on the Pococo Galaxy that we recommend. It delivers bright, high-resolution projections that rival more expensive products.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/bring-the-northern-lights-indoors-with-this-amazon-deal-on-one-of-our-top-rated-star-projectors
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2026-01-21T13:35:12+00:00
Save $99 on the 2024 edition of Apple's impressive AirPods Max headphones
We gave Apple's over-ear headphones five out of five stars and found it gave outstanding sound quality and excellent noise-canceling modes.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/apple-airpods-max-headphones-deal
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2026-01-21T12:00:00+00:00
Hommkiety Galaxy star projector review — a budget best buy
A reasonable price tag, solid build and seriously impressive projections make the Hommkiety Galaxy Projector one of the best star projectors on the market.
https://www.livescience.com/technology/hommkiety-galaxy-projector-review
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2026-01-21T11:00:00+00:00
Diagnostic dilemma: A woman experienced delusions of communicating with her dead brother after late-night chatbot sessions
A woman developed psychosis, and her symptoms escalated rapidly, prompting clinicians to retrace the events leading up to her hospitalization.
https://www.livescience.com/health/diagnostic-dilemma-a-woman-experienced-delusions-of-communicating-with-her-dead-brother-after-late-night-chatbot-sessions
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2026-01-23T13:31:00+00:00
The Best Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids (2026), Tested and Reviewed
I tested an array of alternative sleep aids, from gummies to wearable patches, to see if they would help my chronic insomnia.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-over-the-counter-sleep-aids/
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Lenovo LOQ 15 Review: The Best Gaming Laptop Under $1,000
It's rare to find a gaming laptop under $1,000 without any major compromises, but the Lenovo LOQ 15 surprises.
https://www.wired.com/review/lenovo-loq-15/
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2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow Review: The Most Beautiful, Best Robot Vacuum
Roborock hasn’t updated its popular, affordable Qrevo Curv line of robovacs for years. Finally, it’s happening!
https://www.wired.com/review/roborock-qrevo-curv-2-flow/
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2026-01-23T12:00:00+00:00
No, the Freecash App Won’t Pay You to Scroll TikTok
Freecash will actually pay money out to users but not for watching videos. This misleading marketing coincides with the app’s rising popularity.
https://www.wired.com/story/no-the-freecash-app-wont-pay-you-to-scroll-tiktok/
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2026-01-23T11:30:00+00:00
We Are Rewind GB-001 Cassette Boombox: Old-School Stylish
We Are Rewind’s speaker/cassette player combo is an imperfect but satisfying reissue of a bygone audio era.
https://www.wired.com/review/we-are-rewind-gb-000/
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2026-01-23T11:00:00+00:00
149 Million Usernames and Passwords Exposed by Unsecured Database
This “dream wish list for criminals” includes millions of Gmail, Facebook, banking logins, and more. The researcher who discovered it suspects they were collected using infostealing malware.
https://www.wired.com/story/149-million-stolen-usernames-passwords/
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2026-01-23T00:09:06+00:00
Sorry MAGA, Turns Out People Still Like ‘Woke’ Art
From Black vampires gobbling up Oscar nominations to gay pro hockey players dominating the culture, diverse stories broke through in an environment that’s increasingly hostile to them.
https://www.wired.com/story/sorry-maga-turns-out-people-still-like-woke-art/
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2026-01-22T22:04:18+00:00
Legislators Push to Make Companies Tell Customers When Their Products Will Die
A pair of bills in Massachusetts would require manufacturers to tell consumers when their connected gadgets are going dark. It should be a boon for cybersecurity as connected devices grow obsolete.
https://www.wired.com/story/legislators-push-to-make-companies-tell-customers-when-their-products-will-die/
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2026-01-22T20:57:06+00:00
Elon Musk Sure Made Lots of Predictions at Davos
Humanoid robots, space travel, the science of aging—Musk weighed in on all of it at this week’s World Economic Forum. But his predictions rarely work out the way he says they will.
https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-sure-made-lots-of-predictions-at-davos/
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2026-01-22T20:15:00+00:00
What Happens When a Chinese Battery Factory Comes to Town
Chinese firms are building battery plants from Europe to North America, promising jobs while prompting local concerns about the environment, politics, and who really benefits.
https://www.wired.com/story/chinese-battery-makers-are-building-factories-across-the-world/
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2026-01-22T19:00:00+00:00
AI-Powered Disinformation Swarms Are Coming for Democracy
Advances in artificial intelligence are creating a perfect storm for those seeking to spread disinformation at unprecedented speed and scale. And it’s virtually impossible to detect.
https://www.wired.com/story/ai-powered-disinformation-swarms-are-coming-for-democracy/
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2026-01-22T19:00:00+00:00
How Claude Code Is Reshaping Software—and Anthropic
WIRED spoke with Boris Cherny, head of Claude Code, about how the viral coding tool is changing the way Anthropic works.
https://www.wired.com/story/claude-code-success-anthropic-business-model/
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2026-01-22T18:56:42+00:00
One of Our Favorite Smart Plugs for Apple Users Is $15 Off
The Meross Smart Plug Mini boasts excellent compatibility and slim construction.
https://www.wired.com/story/meross-smart-plug-deal-126/
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2026-01-22T17:42:57+00:00
ICE Agents Are ‘Doxing’ Themselves
The alleged risks of being publicly identified have not stopped DHS and ICE employees from creating profiles on LinkedIn, even as Kristi Noem threatens to treat revealing agents' identities as a crime.
https://www.wired.com/story/ice-agents-are-doxing-themselves/
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2026-01-22T14:00:00+00:00
Best Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories (2026): Controllers, Cases, and More
Looking to jazz up your portable gaming experience? Here are the best accessories we’ve tested for the Nintendo Switch 2.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-switch-2-accessories/
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2026-01-22T12:34:00+00:00
7 Best Smart Locks (2026) for Front Doors, Side Doors, and Even Garages
Upgrade your locks with fingerprint-scanning or a keypad, whether it’s at the front door or a sliding glass entryway.
https://www.wired.com/story/best-smart-locks/
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2026-01-22T12:00:00+00:00
A Wikipedia Group Made a Guide to Detect AI Writing. Now a Plug-In Uses It to ‘Humanize’ Chatbots
The web’s best resource for spotting AI writing has ironically become a manual for AI models to hide it.
https://www.wired.com/story/wikipedia-group-made-guide-to-detect-ai-writing-now-a-plug-in-uses-it-to-humanize-chatbots/
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2026-01-22T12:00:00+00:00
Google Nabs Top Talent From AI Voice Startup Hume AI
Hume AI’s CEO, Alan Cowen, will join Google DeepMind along with several top engineers as part of a major licensing deal.
https://www.wired.com/story/google-hires-hume-ai-ceo-licensing-deal-gemini/
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2026-01-22T11:30:00+00:00
How to Meditate (Without an Om in Sight) (2026)
There’s no need for an expensive retreat to practice meditation. Try it on your lunch break to recharge your mind and body.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-meditate/
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2026-01-22T11:00:00+00:00
The US Is In For Another Bad Year of Measles Cases
A growing measles outbreak in South Carolina has infected more than 600 people since October, with hundreds more being potentially exposed.
https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-is-in-for-another-bad-year-of-measles-cases/
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2026-01-22T11:00:00+00:00
We Are Witnessing the Self-Immolation of a Superpower
With Donald Trump’s actions in Greenland, Minneapolis, and Venezuela, a foreign enemy could not invent a better chain of events to wreck the standing of the United States.
https://www.wired.com/story/donald-trump-has-fully-set-fire-to-what-made-america-great/
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2026-01-22T10:36:00+00:00
Best Organic Mattresses (2026): Birch, Avocado, Naturepedic, More
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-organic-mattress/
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2026-01-22T10:30:00+00:00
DHS’s Data Grab Is Getting Citizens Kicked Off Voter Rolls, New Complaint Says
As states check voter registration against a mashup of federal data, a new complaint says US citizens are getting kicked off state voter rolls as a result.
https://www.wired.com/story/dhs-data-grab-getting-citizens-kicked-off-voter-rolls/
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2026-01-22T06:30:00+00:00
Nike Promo Codes and Deals: Up to 40% Off
Check out our deals for Nike this month, including up to 40% off select styles.
https://www.wired.com/story/nike-promo-code/
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2026-01-22T06:15:00+00:00
H&R Block Coupons and Deals: 20% Off Tax Prep in 2026
Save up to 20% and get up to $4,000 with a Refund Advance Loan at H&R Block this tax season.
https://www.wired.com/story/hr-block-coupon/
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2026-01-21T19:03:03+00:00
What We Know About the Winter Storm About to Hit the US—and What We Don’t
A huge portion of the United States is going to be hit with snow or freezing rain this weekend. Exactly where, what, and how much remains uncertain.
https://www.wired.com/story/winter-storm-about-to-hit-the-us-snow-freezing-rain/
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2026-01-21T19:00:00+00:00
The US and China Are Collaborating More Closely on AI Than You Think
WIRED analyzed more than 5,000 papers from NeurIPS using OpenAI’s Codex to understand the areas where the US and China actually work together on AI research.
https://www.wired.com/story/us-china-collaboration-neurips-papers/
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2026-01-21T18:18:10+00:00
TCL Knocks $1,000 Off One of Our Favorite Midrange TVs
The 65-inch QM8K sees a massive discount, with equally generous markdowns on larger models.
https://www.wired.com/story/tcl-qm8k-deal-126/
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2026-01-21T18:04:15+00:00
Surveillance and ICE Are Driving Patients Away From Medical Care, Report Warns
A new EPIC report says data brokers, ad-tech surveillance, and ICE enforcement are among the factors leading to a “health privacy crisis” that is eroding trust and deterring people from seeking care.
https://www.wired.com/story/surveillance-and-ice-are-driving-patients-away-from-medical-care-report-warns/
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2026-01-21T17:30:00+00:00
Volvo EX60 Electric SUV: Range, Specs, Availability, and Price
The Swedish brand’s latest computer-packed EV hopes to take on and beat the BMW iX3. But we’re more excited about the new seat belt.
https://www.wired.com/story/volvo-ex60-electric-suv-range-specs-availability-price/
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2026-01-21T16:00:00+00:00
MAGA’s ‘Manifest Destiny’ Coalition Has Arrived
Warring factions of right-wing influencers and MAGA pundits can finally agree on something: American imperialism.
https://www.wired.com/story/maga-manifest-destiny-coalition/
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2026-01-21T16:00:00+00:00
Micron Megafab Project Faces a New Hurdle as Activists Seek a Benefits Deal
Activists are demanding a way to hold the memory-chip maker accountable to its promises to protect the environment and embrace communities of color in central New York.
https://www.wired.com/story/micron-chip-fab-community-benefits-agreement/
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2026-01-21T12:06:00+00:00
Level Lock Pro Review (2026): Smart but Stylish
You’d never guess Level’s Lock Pro is smart by looking at it, and that’s my favorite part.
https://www.wired.com/review/level-lock-pro/
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2026-01-21T11:30:00+00:00
Pro-AI Super PACs Are Already All In on the Midterms
Silicon Valley’s battle against AI regulation is already shaping the next US election cycle.
https://www.wired.com/story/ai-super-pacs-trying-to-influence-midterms/
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2026-01-21T11:30:00+00:00
Nikon Z5II Review: Fantastic Camera at a Budget Price
The second version of Nikon’s Z5 brings improved autofocus, faster burst rates, and impressive video specs, making it one of the best “entry-level” full-frame cameras on the market.
https://www.wired.com/review/nikon-z5ii-mirrorless-camera/
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2026-01-23T12:56:44+00:00
Tesla discontinues Autopilot in bid to boost adoption of its Full Self-Driving software
The company is also currently facing a 30-day suspension of its manufacturing and dealer licenses in California for deceptive marketing about Autopilot's capabilities.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/tesla-discontinues-autopilot-in-bid-to-boost-adoption-of-its-full-self-driving-software/
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2026-01-23T02:29:24+00:00
Former Sequoia partner’s new startup uses AI to negotiate your calendar for you
Blockit, an AI agent that communicates directly with other calendars, has raised $5 million in seed funding led by Sequoia.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/former-sequoia-partners-new-startup-uses-ai-to-negotiate-your-calendar-for-you/
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2026-01-23T01:31:54+00:00
Palmer Luckey says the coolest thing about Anduril expanding to Long Beach is the fighter jets
Anduril on Thursday announced its plans to expand its Southern California presence with a major campus in Long Beach, the town where founder Palmer Luckey grew up.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/palmer-luckey-says-the-coolest-thing-about-anduril-expanding-to-long-beach-is-the-fighter-jets/
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2026-01-23T00:52:33+00:00
OpenAI is coming for those sweet enterprise dollars in 2026
OpenAI has reportedly appointed Barret Zoph to lead its push into enterprise just a week after Zoph rejoined the company.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/openai-is-coming-for-those-sweet-enterprise-dollars-in-2026/
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2026-01-23T00:27:28+00:00
Vimeo starts layoffs after acquisition by Bending Spoons
Vimeo is in the process of laying off some of its global staff after being acquired last year by Bending Spoons for $1.38B.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/vimeo-starts-layoffs-after-acquisition-by-bending-spoons/
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2026-01-22T23:55:44+00:00
GM to end Chevy Bolt EV production next year, move China-made Buick to US factory
The factory musical chairs reflect an economic and political environment, shaped by the Trump administration's tariff policy and its decision to end the federal EV tax credit.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/gm-to-end-chevy-bolt-ev-production-next-year-move-china-made-buick-to-u-s-factory/
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2026-01-22T23:46:19+00:00
Capital One acquires Brex for a steep discount to its peak valuation, but early believers are laughing all the way to the bank
Before everyone sharpens their knives, consider that for the VCs who backed Brex at its outset, the sale is a triumph.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/capital-one-acquires-brex-for-steep-discount-to-its-peak-valuation-but-early-believers-are-laughing-all-the-way-to-the-bank/
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2026-01-22T22:44:29+00:00
Voice AI engine and OpenAI partner LiveKit hits $1B valuation
The five-year-old-startup powers OpenAI’s ChatGPT voice mode and raised a $100 million round led by Index Ventures.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/voice-ai-engine-and-openai-partner-livekit-hits-1b-valuation/
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2026-01-22T22:42:00+00:00
Inference startup Inferact lands $150M to commercialize vLLM
The seed round values the newly formed startup at $800 million.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/inference-startup-inferact-lands-150m-to-commercialize-vllm/
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2026-01-22T21:42:18+00:00
Are AI agents ready for the workplace? A new benchmark raises doubts
New research looks at how leading AI models hold up doing actual white-collar work tasks, drawn from consulting, investment banking, and law. Most models failed.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/are-ai-agents-ready-for-the-workplace-a-new-benchmark-raises-doubts/
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