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Microsoft Windows Updates Break VPN Connections
September 2026 updates cause issues with Always On VPN, Microsoft provides temporary fix while working on permanent solution
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Philips Skylight Launched
Signify's new ceiling panel is designed to mimic natural daylight indoors and is available for purchase on Amazon
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Zika Virus Assembles Without Essential Protein
Researchers at the US National Institutes of Health discover that Zika virus can assemble without a large portion of a critical protein, revising the basic model of how the virus assembles itself inside infected human cells
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Curiosity Rover Reaches 5,000 Days on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has completed 5,000 days of exploration on Mars, capturing over 780,000 photos and traveling more than 23.6 miles from its landing spot, far exceeding its original planned two-year mission
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Viking Museums Struggle To Shake Warrior Myth
Scandinavian museums showcase diverse Viking society, but popularity of male warrior image persists, with new exhibitions in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway
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Windows 11 Copilot App Gets In-App Browser
Microsoft rolls out in-app browser for Copilot app, but users express negative feedback on Reddit, citing concerns over keeping activity within the app
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Meta Unveils Camera-Less Smart Glasses
The move is seen as a response to growing concerns over data privacy and surveillance, with the new smart glasses expected to address these issues
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28-Year-Old Mom Takes On $10B Fertility Industry
Emma Waters, a 28-year-old mother of two, is a leading voice in the debate on unregulated reproductive technology, calling for stricter regulations on the industry amidst scandals and controversies
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Tooth Pokes Through Teen's Eyelid
A 16-year-old boy in India had a rare condition where a wayward tooth grew in his upper eye socket, causing swelling and sharp projections on his eyelid, which was surgically removed by doctors at the Aravind Eye Hospital
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Unblock Porn Sites Anonymously
Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help protect users from unwanted tracking and data collection when streaming adult content online, by hiding IP addresses and encrypting online activity
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8 Best Space Heaters for 2026
Wired's top picks include the $100 Dreo Whole Room Heater 714 and the budget-friendly $47 Honeywell 360 Surround, which outperform larger models despite their compact size
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Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro: Premium Features, Hefty Price Tag
The smart bird feeder boasts 4K HDR and phase detection autofocus, but its full potential is locked behind a $90 annual subscription
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Senate Lawmakers Shut Off From Advanced AI Tools
Despite having access to basic chatbots like ChatGPT, Senate offices are restricted from using more advanced AI tools as Congress discusses AI regulation
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Qualcomm Fixes Android Emulation Issue
Qualcomm plans to improve PC game emulation on Android devices via official GPU drivers, potentially bringing better performance and compatibility for PC games, with possible DirectX12 support
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Eufy Omni E35: $1,300 Robot Vacuum Boasts 35,000 Pa Suction
The Eufy Omni E35, launched in September 2026, offers strong navigation, self-cleaning capabilities, and good mopping performance, but comes with a hefty price tag of $1,299.99 / £999
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Samsung Fix Coming For Home Up Backup Issue
Users with custom folder label colors are experiencing backup problems, but a solution is on the way in a future software update
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WTFN Merges Units To Form Radar Studios
Australian producer combines TV distribution and digital arms under new banner, to be led by Derek Dyson, with debut at MIPCOM Cannes next month
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Pakistan Introduces Remote Biometric Verification
The Pakistan Single Window has integrated with Nadra's PakID Mobile App, allowing users to complete mandatory biometric verification remotely through their smartphones, particularly benefiting overseas Pakistanis involved in trade
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Password Manager vs Authenticator App: Weighing Pros and Cons
Security experts recommend two-factor authentication, but should you use a password manager or a dedicated authenticator app for verification codes?
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Deer Eat Away 24% of Hawaiʻi's Ranchland Forage
Invasive axis deer cause significant losses on Maui, with 47,000 deer detected across a third of the island, according to a University of Hawaiʻi study
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Meta Bull Case Gains Momentum
Mizuho says the company's positive outlook is increasingly playing out, suggesting improved prospects
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India Cracks Down On Low-Quality Screen Protectors
The government's new rule, effective April 1, 2027, aims to promote domestic manufacturing and generate jobs, with the market estimated to be around 500 million units a year
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Google Messages Overhaul: New Search Homepage
Google is testing a revamped search page that previews shared content and allows users to search within specific conversations directly from the main page, as seen in the beta version 20260917
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Pearson Explores AI Agent Verification
Education company considers credentialing platform to authenticate AI capabilities, addressing growing need for verification