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Claude Fable 5.1 sometimes guesses rather than searches. Here’s the fix
If you’re an experienced Claude user, here’s a phrase you know all too well: “Let me check rather than guess.” It’s one of those little Claude-isms that pops up every so often in Claude Code and other Claude platforms, right up there with “One thing worth flagging” and “Here’s the honest...

TP-Link’s first Wi-Fi 8 router promises speed and fewer dropped connections
Ahead of the IFA 2026 tech trade fair in Berlin, TP-Link has unveiled the first products in its all-new Wi-Fi 8 lineup, including the Archer 8 Ultra router and the Deco 8 Ultra mesh system, both of which are based on the IEEE 802.11bn standard (also known as UHR or...

Lords call for AI 'kill switch' powers in UK
Its backers say it would provide a "vital safety net" against runaway AI systems such as those from OpenAI and Anthropic.

Firefox 155 patches 30 security flaws, adds sortable tab groups
The newest major release of Firefox 155 for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android brings a number of improvements, including support for Nintendo Switch Pro controllers and sortable tab groups. Mozilla has also patched over 30 security vulnerabilities, and updates are also available for the ESR versions of Firefox for older...

Five moments that shaped Taylor's legendary career
From writing a letter to her idol as a 10-year-old to messaging a promoter on social media, here are five sliding doors moments that helped shape Katie Taylor’s career.

Who are the free agents after transfer deadline day?
BBC Sport takes a look at the players still without a club after the 2026 summer transfer window shut.

Man Utd and their calculated left-back gamble
Despite a widespread expectation they would sign a left-back this summer, Manchester United decided against - what does it mean?

Americanswers! Could Zohran Mamdani serve in a Democrat White House?
And, why did Justin call Donald Trump from a train?

Missing British trekker's body found in Pakistan
The 30-year-old from Birmingham went missing on Saturday as he was descending from Musa Ka Musala.

Pub's 'beloved' manager stabbed to death in Germany
Rebecca Bullock, 31, was attacked at Rosenheim station on Sunday.

FIS & Ericsson join forces on digital wallet platform
Firms launching wallet services could cut launch delays as the pre-integrated setup joins payments, issuing, identity and ledger tools.

AI closes vulnerability window as zero-day exploits surge
Machine-speed discovery is shrinking defenders' lead time, as AI now uncovers obscure flaws and turns them into exploits before patches land.

How to reorder PDF pages quickly and easily
Need to rearrange the pages in a PDF without uploading the file to an online service? PDF Arranger lets you do exactly that. With multi-page PDF files, you may sometimes need to rearrange the pages. This isn’t possible with Acrobat Reader, and most other PDF viewers don’t support this either. The...

Here's the biggest thing keeping AI stock investors up at night

Bull or bear market? AI spurs rethink of traditional market measures

AI boom heats up Bay Area housing market as wealthy buyers drive demand for high-end homes across US

Thermal Master P3 review: Excellent close-up thermal imaging for your phone
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Manual focus from a distance of 8 millimeters High thermal sensitivity of less than 35mK A well-finished aluminium housing weighing 27 grams Extensive range of accessories, including a carrying case USB-C port with Lightning and USB-A adapters Cons No mounting option, no tripod thread Our Verdict At a street price of around $300, the...

How Everton's deadline day debacle leaves owners facing fan mutiny
Everton's transfer deadline day debacle over Folarin Balogun leaves owners The Friedkin facing fan mutiny, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Keir Starmer resigns (again)
Former Prime Minister Keir Starmer to stand down as an MP triggering a by-election.