TechCrunch
Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.6: The AI That Can't Say No to Smut
Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.6 and friends happily write smut when asked, despite rules against it, and a researcher's jailbreak makes it even easier.
TechCrunch
The Atlantic
Love Actually Changes Who You Are (But Scientists Aren't Sure Why)
Love might make you more like your partner, but scientists are still scratching their heads - and a butterfly named Fred is here for it.
ScienceDaily
Speaking Four Languages Might Make Your Brain 13 Years Younger, Because Talking to Yourself in French Wasn't Enough
New research suggests that speaking four languages could make your brain appear 13 years younger, proving that all those awkward language classes were secretly anti-aging treatments.
The Atlantic
Trump's Trade War: Bigger Bully, Bigger Losing Streak
Trump's trade war with Canada is a masterclass in bullying gone wrong, as Canadians unite, tariffs backfire, and the 51st state dream becomes a political nightmare.
The Guardian
Nebraska School District Asks Cops to Please Stop Zapping Students; One Suburb Says Nah, We're Good
Omaha schools ban shock gloves after a public outcry, but a neighboring district insists on keeping the zapping alive.
The Guardian Europe
Prosecutors Cite Comey's Novel to Prove Threat; PEN America Calls It a 'Desperate Hail Mary'
Prosecutors cite a novel to prove a seashell photo was a threat; PEN America calls foul, and the legal drama unfolds like a bizarre beach read.
The Guardian Europe
Premier League Teams Play Football, Some Goals Happen; Also Prime Minister Watches Everton Win
Premier League chaos, Championship drama, and a prime minister who actually supports his team - football's back, baby.
The Guardian
Indiana Residents Mark Day 11 Without Power, Because Apparently Trees Are Optional
Two weeks after storms, Indiana residents are still without power, and Nipsco's 'progress' is about as helpful as a tree on a power line.
Wired
eSIM Service Promises Stress-Free Travel, Costs Stress-Inducing $60 a Month
Saily Ultra eSIM covers 121 countries with perks, but the $60/month Premium plan might make you reconsider that 'digital nomad' lifestyle.
The Guardian
Two 'Brave' Police Officers Killed in North Yorkshire Crash Named, Because Even Heroes Need Names
Two police officers are named after a tragic crash, prompting heartfelt tributes and a reminder that heroes don't always come home.
ScienceDaily
JWST Finds Early Galaxies May Be 4 Times More Massive Than Thought - Because They're Hiding All Their Small Stars
JWST reveals early galaxies are hiding their small stars, making them up to four times more massive than we thought - because the universe loves a good plot twist.
ScienceDaily
Peppermint Oil: The New Blood Pressure Fix That Costs Less Than a Latte
Peppermint oil might just be the tastiest way to lower blood pressure, according to a new study that had participants feeling minty fresh and healthier.
BBC Business
Taxi Drivers Push for 8% Fare Hike, Council Wonders If Maybe There's a Better Idea
Taxi fares might rise 8% in North Tyneside, because fuel prices are up, and so is everyone's blood pressure.
Ars Technica
Study Induces Hibernation in Mice, Erases Half Their Synapses, and They're Totally Fine, Thanks
Scientists put mice into artificial hibernation, wiped out over half their synapses, and the mice just shrugged and kept their memories - because why not?
BBC Health
Community Garden Named 'Hidden Gem' for Doing Something Nice, Apparently Rare
A community garden that turned a dead patch of grass into a thriving social hub gets an award nomination - because apparently, growing vegetables and making friends is award-worthy.
The Atlantic
Study Finds Rich Kids Still Like Socialism, Hypocrisy Accusations Intensify
A deep dive into why the kids with trust funds and liberal arts degrees keep embracing socialism, and why that might actually make sense.
The Guardian
Jellyfish Turn Delaware Beaches Into 'Guaranteed Sting Zone', Lifeguards Report
Delaware beaches are a jellyfish gauntlet this summer, with hundreds of daily stings and lifeguards avoiding the water - because apparently, getting stung is now a guarantee.
The Guardian Europe
George Russell Wins Dutch Sprint, Immediately Reminds Everyone He Still Exists
Russell wins Dutch sprint, cutting Antonelli's lead to 53 points, while Hamilton sulks in seventh and rain threatens to make things interesting.
Yahoo News
American Airlines Adds Four Whole Flights to Oaxaca for Día de los Muertos, Because That's Apparently Enough
American Airlines offers exactly four nonstop flights to Oaxaca for Día de los Muertos - because nothing says 'honoring the departed' like a fleeting, barely-there flight schedule.
Wired
I Tested 27 Mattress Toppers So You Don't Have To, and My Back Thanks Me
After years of back pain and questionable foam purchases, one writer finds salvation in mattress toppers - including ones with springs, because why not.
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