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Aussie gov’t tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers
Australia’s government disabled thousands of functioning test routers after a broadband measurement program ended, though the devices could be repurposed or reflashed for continued use.
Patch for Windows Defender 0-day could allow attackers to fill hard disk
Microsoft’s patch for a Windows Defender zero-day vulnerability may inadvertently allow attackers to fill hard drives with massive amounts of data, according to the researcher who discovered the flaw.
Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say
A homemade explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant in Moscow, killing at least three people and injuring 21 others, Russian state media reported citing security officials.
New York Times reveals Trump administration subpoena over North Korea story
The New York Times revealed that freelance reporter Matthew Cole was subpoenaed by the Trump administration regarding his reporting on a secret 2019 U.S. Navy SEAL mission in North Korea.
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UFC Serbia: Uros Medic earns stunning 30-second win against Daniel Rodriguez
Uros Medic defeated Daniel Rodriguez in 30 seconds at the UFC’s inaugural Belgrade event, extending his first-round winning streak to four consecutive victories.
Super League: Warrington Wolves move into fourth with comprehensive 48-18 win over Castleford Tigers as St Helens beaten by York in thriller
Warrington Wolves moved to fourth place in the Super League table with a dominant 48-18 victory over Castleford Tigers, while St Helens suffered a narrow 34-32 defeat to York Knights.
From TikTok to signing with Kesha, Boy Throb say they’re for real – and serious about a US visa
Boy Throb, a TikTok-born boy band, performed at Irving Plaza in New York City earlier this month with member Darshan Magdum appearing via Zoom from India while awaiting a US visa decision.
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Leaps to Record $168M First Day for Historic Opening Weekend
Spider-Man: Brand New Day earned $168 million domestically on its opening Friday, with studio projections suggesting a $325 million opening weekend that could rival or exceed Avengers: Endgame’s record.
Did Zendaya Just Troll the Internet With Her ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Press Tour Looks?
Zendaya wore predominantly dark outfits during the Spider-Man: Brand New Day press tour, sparking fan theories about her character’s potential death or transformation into Venom. The film has since been released, confirming these speculations were unfounded.
‘Barbie’ Sequel Stalls as David Zaslav Won’t Approve Bigger Salaries for Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie
Warner Bros. and the creative team behind the blockbuster ‘Barbie’ film remain in negotiations over a sequel, with disagreements over compensation for stars Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie stalling progress.
Richard L. O’Connor, Emmy-Winning Producer and ‘The Muppet Movie’ Executive, Dies at 96
Richard L. O’Connor, an Emmy-winning producer known for work on ‘The Muppet Movie’ and ‘On Golden Pond,’ died July 22 in Palm Desert, California, at age 96.
Charlie Hunnam Adopted Kittens While Filming ‘Monster’ to Decompress From “Darkest Realm” of Playing Ed Gein
Charlie Hunnam underwent a 30-pound physical transformation and months of preparation to portray serial killer Ed Gein in Netflix’s Monster limited series, earning his first Emmy nomination for the role.
Lollapalooza Shortens Wolf Alice and Cortis Sets, Delays Several More Amid Intense Flooding
Lollapalooza delayed its third day start time due to heavy overnight rainfall and flooding in Chicago, shortening sets for Wolf Alice and Cortis while canceling most scheduled performances in the affected window.
The brief life and sudden death of Zyzz: why did the bodybuilding influencer die at just 22?
Australian fitness influencer Aziz Shavershian, known as Zyzz, died at age 22 in 2011. A new documentary reveals he died from acute respiratory failure caused by combined drug use, not a sauna-related heart attack as widely believed.
Oil prices fall as US pauses strikes on Iran over strait of Hormuz
Oil prices fell sharply after the US paused military strikes on Iran, with Brent crude dropping from over $100 to below $88 per barrel as traders bet on reduced escalation risks.
Finland’s Sand Battery Cuts Emissions 70% Without a Single Rare Earth
Finland commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in a small town, reducing heating emissions by 70% without rare earth materials, offering an alternative to lithium-ion storage.