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Computing Pioneer Margaret Hamilton Dies at 90

Margaret Hamilton, a pioneering computer scientist, has died at 90. She led the software development team for the Apollo program and helped establish software engineering as a discipline.

22 h agonews.mit.edu, Techmeme +1Strong coverage

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Margaret Hamilton, who led software development for the Apollo program, has diednews.mit.edu · 2026-10-07T21:16:18Z · report
Margaret Hamilton, who led an MIT software team for NASA's Apollo program and helped establish software engineering as a discipline, died on September 30 at 90 (Janine Liberty/MIT News)Techmeme · 2026-10-07T23:10:01Z · report
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90MIT News · 2026-10-07T20:55:00Z · report

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DNC Sues Trump Administration over Taxpayer-Funded Ads

The Democratic National Committee has sued the Trump administration over taxpayer-funded television ads promoting the president's message. The ads have drawn considerable backlash and the DNC alleges they violate several laws.

21 h agoFrance 24, Axios +1Moderate coverage

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DNC sues Trump administration over taxpayer-funded TV ads promoting presidentFrance 24 · Oct 7, 10:27 PM
DNC sues to stop Trump's taxpayer-funded ad blitzAxios · Oct 7, 11:24 PM
Democrats sue to stop Trump from using taxpayer funds for self-promoting adsThe Guardian · Oct 7, 10:58 PM

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WHO Investigates Death of Plague Research Lab Employee in Russia

The World Health Organization is seeking more information on the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia. Russia says the woman died of pneumonia of unknown origin.

23 h agoNPR, Reuters +2Strong coverage

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The WHO seeks more details on the death of a plague research lab employee in RussiaNPR · Oct 7, 9:53 PM
At least one plague lab worker has died in Russia. Should we be worried?Reuters · Oct 7, 9:02 PM
Trump doesn't think Russia plague incident is bioweapon, plans Putin call WednesdayCNBC · Oct 7, 9:20 PM
WHO verifying reports of second employee with Russian 'plague'Sky News · Oct 7, 6:08 PM

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Trump's Retreat: From the Gulf to Britain, American Forces Pull Back

A war that was intended to demonstrate the reach of American power has now done the opposite.

Oct 7, 5:55 PMNew York Times, The New York TimesModerate coverage

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From Iran to the U.K., Trump Is Being Forced Into RetreatNew York Times · Oct 7, 5:55 PM
Trump’s Retreat: From the Gulf to Britain, American Forces Pull BackThe New York Times · Oct 7, 3:47 PM

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Visa, Mastercard, and Banks Face Anticompetitive Fees Lawsuit

A class action lawsuit alleges that Visa, Mastercard, and major banks have conspired to artificially inflate merchants' credit card transaction fees. A San Diego pizzeria is leading the lawsuit.

Oct 7, 3:09 PMclassaction.orgSingle source

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Visa, Mastercard, major banks facing new litigation over 'anticompetitive' feesclassaction.org · Oct 7, 3:09 PM

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Man Convicted of Stealing over $50 Million in Crypto

A 36-year-old cybersecurity consultant from Maryland has been convicted of computer fraud and money laundering in a case involving more than $50 million in cryptocurrency. He now faces up to 20 years in prison on a money-laundering charge.

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Man Who Spent Millions on Rare Pokémon and Magic Cards Found Guilty of Stealing Over $50 Million in CryptoGizmodo · Oct 7, 9:38 PM

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Hackers Obtain Counterfeit TLS Certificates for Google and Other Large Services

Hackers have obtained counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large organizations, allowing them to mint unauthorized certificates. This was made possible by a compromise of three domain registries.

Oct 7, 4:37 AMarstechnica.comSingle source

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Hackers obtain counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large servicesarstechnica.com · Oct 7, 4:37 AM

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"Software Is Over": Bold AI Developer Takes Aim at Adobe with Open Source Clones

Artcraft got its start last year as a "controllable AI for artists" that allows for precise post-generation.

23 h agoArs TechnicaSingle source

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“Software is over”: Bold AI developer takes aim at Adobe with open source clonesArs Technica · Oct 7, 9:56 PM

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Microsoft Says New $2,599 Laptop with Nvidia Chip Outperforms MacBooks

Microsoft claims its new Surface Laptop Ultra with an Nvidia chip outperforms MacBooks, but has published no test methodology.

Oct 7, 7:26 PMThe Next WebSingle source

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Microsoft says new $2,599 laptop with Nvidia chip outperforms MacBooksThe Next Web · Oct 7, 7:26 PM

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IceCube, High-energy Neutrinos, and Francis Halzen Win 2026's Physics Nobel

Francis Halzen won the 2026 Physics Nobel for his work on the IceCube detector that observes high-energy neutrinos.

Oct 7, 6:00 AMBig Think, The GuardianModerate coverage

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IceCube, high-energy neutrinos, and Francis Halzen win 2026’s Physics NobelBig Think · Oct 7, 6:00 AM
Nobel prize in physics 2026: high energy cosmic neutrinosThe Guardian · Oct 6, 6:44 PM

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Claude Haiku 5.5 Released with Price Cuts

Anthropic released Claude Haiku 5.5, a small model that crushes its predecessor in benchmarks. Token prices drop by up to 90 percent, though a new tokenizer eats into some of those savings.

24 h agoanthropic.com, The DecoderModerate coverage

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Claude Haiku 5.5anthropic.com · Oct 7, 6:01 PM
Claude Haiku 5.5Simon Willison · Oct 7, 8:56 PM · repeat or syndicated copy
Claude Haiku 5.5 arrives with massive price cuts proving the AI pricing arms race is far from overThe Decoder · Oct 7, 6:49 PM

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SpaceX's Crew-12 Astronauts Returning to Earth Oct. 8 After Nearly 8 Months in Space

The four members of NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 mission are returning to Earth after nearly 8 months in space. They will be returning on October 8.

Oct 7, 12:32 PMSpace, NASAModerate coverage

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SpaceX's Crew-12 astronauts returning to Earth Oct. 8 after nearly 8 months in space: Watch it liveSpace · Oct 7, 12:07 PM
NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 UndockingNASA · Oct 7, 12:32 PM

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded for Work on Mirror-Image Molecules

Henri B Kagan and Kenso Soai have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.

Oct 7, 6:23 PMnobelprize.org, The Guardian +2Strong coverage

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2026 to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soainobelprize.org · Oct 7, 9:51 AM
Nobel prize in chemistry awarded for work on mirror-image moleculesThe Guardian · Oct 7, 1:36 PM
Nobel Prizes 2026: brain switches, ‘ghost’ particle hunter, and 'the chemistry of life'Nature · time not stated
Nobel Prize in chemistry awarded for discoveries about mirrored molecules that led to many drugsAssociated Press · Oct 7, 6:23 PM

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NASA's SpaceX 35th Commercial Resupply Mission Overview

NASA and SpaceX are targeting October 13 to launch scientific investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station. The mission will include over 6,300 pounds of cargo.

24 h agoNASA, NASA (.gov)Moderate coverage

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NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 35th Station Resupply Launch, ArrivalNASA · Oct 7, 9:16 PM
NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 35th Station Resupply Launch, ArrivalNASA (.gov) · Oct 7, 9:18 PM · repeat or syndicated copy
NASA’s SpaceX 35th Commercial Resupply Mission OverviewNASA · Oct 7, 8:17 PM · repeat or syndicated copy
NASA’s SpaceX 35th Commercial Resupply Mission OverviewNASA (.gov) · Oct 7, 8:17 PM

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Manchester City Case Wouldn't Have Been Possible Without Hacker Rui Pinto

The Manchester City case, which has rocked English football to its core, wouldn't have been possible without Football Leaks and its founder, Rui Pinto. However, he is a complicated figure, with light and dark to his actions.

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We don't get Man City guilty verdict without hacker Rui Pinto, but it doesn't make him a heroESPN · time not stated

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Jon Rahm Will Not Return to LIV Golf

Jon Rahm's lawyer stated that the client will not return to LIV Golf.

Oct 7, 5:13 PMGolf ChannelSingle source

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Jon Rahm’s lawyer says client will not return to LIV GolfGolf Channel · Oct 7, 5:13 PM

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Jaguars to Play 26 of Next 30 Regular-Season Games Away from Jacksonville

The Jaguars will play 26 of their next 30 regular-season games away from their home stadium in Jacksonville. This will be the first time an NFL team has played in 12 or more stadiums in a single season.

22 h agoESPNSingle source

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Anywhere, anytime, anybody: Jaguars to play 26 of next 30 regular-season games away from JacksonvilleESPN · Oct 7, 10:53 PM

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Mike Breen Apologizes for LeBron James Story

Mike Breen apologized for causing a stir with an anecdote he shared while calling a preseason Knicks-Sixers game. The Philadelphia 76ers are going to be under a microscope all season.

22 h agoCBS SportsSingle source

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Mike Breen apologizes after LeBron James refutes story alleging he called out Joel Embiid at practiceCBS Sports · Oct 7, 10:30 PM

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Stephen A. Smith Apologizes for Lane Johnson Comments

Stephen A. Smith has apologized for his comments on Lane Johnson's retirement, which sparked controversy over mental health.

24 h agoBleacher ReportSingle source

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Stephen A. Smith Apologizes for Lane Johnson Retirement Comments on Mental HealthBleacher Report · Oct 7, 8:55 PM

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Late-night Hosts React to Trump's Inflammatory Comments About Iran Bombing US Cities

Late-night hosts reacted to Donald Trump's inflammatory comments about Iran bombing US cities as he continues to defend his war in the region.

Oct 7, 2:43 PMThe GuardianSingle source

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Jimmy Kimmel on Trump’s joke about Iran bombing LA: ‘Our own president wishing death to America’The Guardian · Oct 7, 2:43 PM

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Netflix's 8-Part Psychological Thriller Series Is Stranger Things Meets Ready or Not

Netflix's new thriller series has been compared to Stranger Things and Ready or Not, making for a suspenseful binge. The show has been released earlier in 2026.

22 h agoScreen RantSingle source

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Netflix's 8-Part Psychological Thriller Series Is Stranger Things Meets Ready Or NotScreen Rant · Oct 7, 11:20 PM

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It's Going to Be A Long Time Before We Get A New Halo Game

A new report claims that a skeleton crew at Halo Studios is working on one last big content update for Halo: Campaign Evolved before the team will likely be completely cut and the studio closed.

22 h agoKotakuSingle source

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It’s Going To Be A Long Time Before We Get A New Halo GameKotaku · Oct 7, 10:30 PM

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HBO's Lanterns Sets New DCU Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score Record After Finale

HBO's Lanterns has set a new record for the DC Universe on Rotten Tomatoes, with a high audience score after its finale.

22 h agoScreen RantSingle source

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HBO’s Lanterns Sets New DCU Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score Record After FinaleScreen Rant · Oct 7, 11:09 PM

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Warner and Paramount Merge to Form Skydance

The merger of Warner and Paramount has formed Skydance, which will shake up the film industry. The big five have officially become the big four.

Oct 7, 9:00 AMThe GuardianSingle source

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Goodbye Warner, hello Skydance: how will the major merger really impact Hollywood?The Guardian · Oct 7, 9:00 AM

Internet Culture

Viral Video of Arizona Cheerleader Slammed to Ground by Police Draws Outcry

A viral video showed an Arizona cheerleader being slammed to the ground by police and punched, sparking national outrage and calls for accountability.

22 h agoNBC NewsSingle source

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Viral video of Arizona cheerleader slammed to ground by police and punched draws national outcryNBC News · Oct 7, 10:25 PM

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Domestic Abuse Survivors Speak Out Against Far-Right UK Street Patrols

Domestic abuse survivors are speaking out against the far-right UK street patrols, which they claim are abusive and controlling. Seven women shared their stories of abuse and control by their ex-partners.

Oct 6, 6:00 AMThe GuardianSingle source

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‘Bully in every way’: domestic abuse survivors say ex-partners behind far-right UK street patrolsThe Guardian · Oct 6, 6:00 AM · social/search signal

Internet Culture

AI Favors Brands with Active Social Media Presence

A new study has found that maintaining an active presence on social media platforms can help brands increase their visibility in Google's artificial intelligence search results. Social platform links appeared in a majority of Google's AI search results.

23 h agoSocial Media TodaySingle source

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AI favors brands with an active social media presenceSocial Media Today · Oct 7, 10:19 PM

Internet Culture

VPNs Become a Battleground in Social Media Control

A group of tech companies and digital rights activists came together to launch a global campaign to preserve the right to use VPNs. Many people use VPNs to evade legislation targeting social media.

23 h agoTubefilterSingle source

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In the war to control social media feeds, VPNs are a battleground. A “day of action” defended them.Tubefilter · Oct 7, 10:18 PM

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