Jul 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Roku has increased prices on its entire US streaming hardware lineup by up to 60%, blaming the global memory shortage driven by AI data center demand. The steepest jump is on the Streaming Stick 4K, rising from $50 to $80. The company has not made a public statement, but an executive confirmed the changes are due to component shortages. This move reflects broader price hikes across consumer electronics as memory costs soar.
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Jul 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A Pew survey found one in five young Americans use AI chatbots for emotional support, while a Stanford study shows AI's sycophancy reduces willingness to take responsibility in relationships. Psychologists warn that substituting AI for human conversation erodes empathy, patience, and compromise. The phenomenon is creating a third, uninvited presence in romantic partnerships, with dating app users expressing discomfort with AI-mediated emotional sharing.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Jay-Z is seeking to prevent the discharge of a $119,235 judgment against Lillie Coley, who is the godmother of Rymir Satterthwaite—a man who has long claimed the rapper is his biological father. The judgment stems from a dismissed federal lawsuit in which Coley was ordered to pay attorneys' fees under California's anti-SLAPP law. Carter argues the debt should survive bankruptcy due to fraudulent statements and a decade-long harassment campaign, while Coley opposes the request.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Donald Trump escalated his feud with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by posting a bizarre meme on Truth Social. The post implies Meloni is obsessed with him, adding to a dispute that began last month. Meloni has fired back, calling Trump's claims 'completely made-up.' The unraveling of their once-warm relationship has turned into a strange public spectacle.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Abhishek Bachchan recently took a break from the shoot of his upcoming film King to spend quality time with wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in New York. The couple was spotted on an evening walk, posing for a selfie with a fan. The actor also shared insights about their love story and marriage in a recent interview.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A royal source has revealed there is 'no movement' on a reunion between Prince William and Prince Harry despite Prince Harry's recent visit to the UK. The brothers remain estranged, with no contact reportedly initiated. This article explores the key facts and background of the rift.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Elon Musk has sparked controversy by criticizing MacKenzie Scott's record-breaking $26.3 billion in charitable donations. In a social media exchange, Musk agreed with a user who claimed her philanthropy makes the world worse. This is not the first time Musk has targeted Scott; in 2024 he posted a now-deleted remark about wealthy ex-wives. Scott, Jeff Bezos's ex-wife, has committed to giving away most of her Amazon fortune through her Yield Giving organization, focusing on underserved communities with a quiet research approach.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The US military struck an Iranian midget submarine and naval port with explosive drone boats for the first time in its history. The attack, carried out on July 12, 2026, used autonomous Corsair surface vessels. This marks a shift toward asymmetric naval warfare, following years of such attacks by Iranian-backed Houthis and Ukraine.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) concluded its Measuring Broadband Australia program, bricking thousands of SamKnows routers used by volunteers. The devices, running custom OpenWRT, could be repurposed, but the ACCC and Cisco chose to disable them. Volunteers and tech advocates condemn the move as avoidable e-waste.
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Jul 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Conde Nast has amended its User Agreement and Privacy Policy, specifically for Ars Technica. The revision replaces the previous Section VI(2)(B) with a new clause that grants the company an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use user-generated content on or in connection with the service or its promotion. This includes commercial uses, modification, redistribution, and creation of derivative works. The change clarifies that users retain ownership, but the license is expansive and perpetual.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
In a move that signals the government's commitment to artificial intelligence, a new AI Minister has been appointed under Burnham's leadership. The appointment aims to address regulatory challenges and boost investment. This article examines the potential impact on the sector, including innovation and ethical considerations.
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Jul 25, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Check out the latest property sales across Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky. This week's list includes a $1.15 million North Avondale home, an $8.2 million commercial sale in West End, and numerous residential transactions ranging from $10,000 to $2.25 million. Find out what properties are selling for in your neighborhood.
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