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Chrome 154 fixes 108 security flaws, including 11 critical bugs
In the newest versions of Chrome—154.0.8037.57/58 for Windows and macOS, and 154.0.8037.57 for Linux—Google has fixed 108 security vulnerabilities, some of which are critical. None of them have been exploited in attacks yet. Meanwhile, Chrome 154 doesn’t offer any new features beyond these security improvements. In the Chrome Releases blog post,...

Oasis add shows in Knebworth, Rome and Munich
The band says it is adding new dates after "phenomenal demand".

Lofree Flow 2 review: Great to type on, but oddly designed
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Exceptional build quality Quiet switches and a sound-dampening chassis Now with improved backlighting Cons Cramped key layout Limited, fiddly settings Moderate battery life Our Verdict The Lofree Flow 2 boasts brilliant build quality and a stylish design. However, it’s not the most practical keyboard, with a cramped button layout and limited battery life. Price at...

'Disabled artists need opportunities, not just access'
Artists say while access has improved at arts venues, more could be done to support their work.

Dolly Parton's manager accuses her nephew of threats and intimidation
Bryan Seaver, who announced Parton's death to the world, is accused of trying to extort her estate.

OpenAI gives cyber defence tools to Ukraine
Ukraine will get access to OpenAI's advanced GPT 5.6 Sol model under the deal - a rival to Anthropic's Mythos and Fable

Angry Anderson, rock star who soundtracked Kylie's wedding in Neighbours, dies aged 79
He fronted the rock band Rose Tattoo, but became best known for his solo hit Suddenly.

Why The World Loved Dolly
The singer's death sparked a huge outpouring of love - we look at why she meant so much to so many.

Buying a motherboard? Check this amazing site first
Shopping for a motherboard can get surprisingly complicated. A board might advertise five M.2 slots and a stack of PCIe slots, which sounds great… until you find out that using one of them can slow down or disable another. Enter MoboMaps. This free site lays out a motherboard’s PCIe connections in...

Anker’s best Amazon deals: $6 USB-C cables to a 250W charging monster
Anker sits among our favorite brands for accessories and gadgets, ranging from GaN chargers to power banks to USB-C cables and more. Stuff for your desk, stuff for your travels, and everything in between. Even better is when you’re able to grab Anker gear at a discount. Right now, a bunch...

Windows 11’s optional September update tries to fix Bluetooth again
Microsoft has released September’s optional Windows update, known as KB5124010 for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2. It significantly improves the Bluetooth functionality of Windows 11 and optimizes File Explorer, plus adds a few minor features here and there. What’s new in KB5124010? Bluetooth remains a perennial issue with Windows 11, which Microsoft...

I’m a PC expert, but I still can’t break these 8 bad habits
I have a confession to make: I don’t always do as I say. I’ve been a tech journalist for 20 years. Over those years, I’ve written countless how-to guides and advice columns, and I’ve made endless recommendations for how you should go about looking after, maintaining, and enhancing your PC. But I’m...

Ranked: The best sporting cities in the world
Ben Shelton proclaimed New York to be top of the list after his 3.33am Flushing Meadows victory in the US Open – but do we agree with him?

Jorja Smith 'very grateful' as she bags independent music prize
The singer reflected on her "crazy" journey as she collected the prize for best independent track.

RAM is painfully expensive. Make these 10 gaming PC upgrades instead
Any sports fan can tell you about the concept of a “rebuilding year,” when your team doesn’t have a realistic shot at the title, so they give the foundations of their franchise some much-needed TLC. I’m feeling that a lot at the moment, albeit in a twisted way. Because in...