Meta is delaying its controversial new business terms amid scraping concerns
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How to show only your own photos in the iPhone Photo Library
Macworld WhatsApp and other messaging apps have an option in their settings that allows you to automatically save received photos to your iPhone. This can mean that, after a while, your photo library turns into a jumble of all sorts of images. Although the Search in Photos feature gets better every year and can find even the most unusual images, every user with an extensive photo library would like a bit more clarity. For such cases, Apple has introduced a special filter in iOS 27 . The Captured by Me filter displays only the photos that the user has taken with their own camera. You can enable the new filter by tapping the icon with the three horizontal lines in the top-left corner of the Photos library. In iOS 27, a new option appears in the Collection section under Utilities: Captured by Me . This means the system only displays your own photos. The filter function does not distinguish between specific iPhone models, but displays photos that have ever been taken with an iPhone linked to the same Apple ID. There are other filtering options in the main view of the Photos library that were available even before iOS 27. For example, you can hide screenshots entirely from the Photos library by disabling the Screenshots option under View Options in the same menu. Foundry
Some iPhone Duo Screens Are Cracking Within Hours Of Use: Is The Hinge To Blame?
Apple's first foldable iPhone has barely reached customers, but some early users are already reporting cracked inner displays, with the damage appearing along the hinge. And that isn
27 Mac apps for $29.99, all with lifetime licenses
Macworld TL;DR: This bundle gets you 27 Mac apps with lifetime licenses for $29.99 (reg. $390). Mac utilities tend to arrive one subscription at a time, a few dollars a month each, until a menu bar full of small tools costs more than the apps you actually use. The 27-App Lifetime Mac Bundle bundles the full enSili catalog of native macOS utilities into one purchase, and lifetime licenses for all 27 are on sale for $29.99 (reg. $390). Designers get Specimen for font management and Color Hound for pulling palettes out of any image. Developers get JSON Wizard, Regex Wizard, CodeCounter, and DMG Wizard for disk images. Everyday upkeep runs through tools like MemoryBooster for freeing inactive memory, Tidier for sorting files automatically, AllClips for clipboard history, and RenameMe for batch renaming with live previews. For media work, use ToAnything for bulk conversion, PhotoFoundry for batch processing, and Watermarker+ for adding watermarks. Every app runs natively on macOS 10.12 or later, built by independent developer Yanis Zafiropulos, who has been making Mac software since 2010. Each license allows 2 activations, so a desktop and a laptop both stay covered, and free updates continue through each apps next major version. Pay once for a toolkit that you can use forever. Get the 27-App Lifetime Mac Bundle on sale for $29.99. The 27-App Lifetime Mac Bundle See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
Ask GPT, Claude, and Gemini the same question at once for $29.97 with discount code
Macworld TL;DR: Compare GPT, Claude, Gemini, and 50+ other AI models in one window with an AskAnyModel AI Pro Plan lifetime subscription on a major discount at $29.97 with code SAVE10 (MSRP $499). Most AI chatbots charge a monthly fee for one companys models, so comparing answers usually means paying for several. AskAnyModel puts more than 50 AI models in one browser window, and with code SAVE10 , a lifetime subscription to the Pro Plan is marked down to $29.97 (MSRP $499) through October 25. Type a prompt once and send it to up to six models at the same time, including GPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok . Their answers appear side by side with response times and token counts, so you can see which model got it right before you trust the output. Thirty standard models, including DeepSeek, Llama, and Mistral, come with no usage limits. For flagship models like GPT-5.4 and Claude Sonnet 5, you get 500 premium credits every month. Image generation is unlimited across several models and doesnt touch those credits, and you can switch models mid-conversation without losing context. AskAnyModel works in Safari on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad, with nothing to install, and your account works on unlimited devices. New and existing users can both buy, and you have 30 days to redeem. Stop paying a separate subscription for every AI model you want to try. Until October 25, use code SAVE10 to get a lifetime subscription to the AskAnyModel AI Pro Plan on sale for $29.97 (MSRP $499). AskAnyModel AI Pro Plan: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
There are multiple flagship smartphones in India that are equipped with an LTPO AMOLED display. For reference, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is equipped with a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. The screen offers variable refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz. Similarly, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra sports a 6.9-inch Xiaomi HyperRGB AMOLED display, which offers a 1Hz - 120Hz refresh rate. Moreover, the Motorola Signature is equipped with a 6.8-inch Super HD LTPO Extreme AMOLED display that offers a 1Hz - 165Hz refresh rate. The Vivo X300 Ultra and Oppo Find X9 Ultra also feature 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED displays.
What Is WhatsApp Chat Lock and How Does It Work?
WhatsApp Chat Lock lets users protect selected individual and group conversations without restricting access to the entire app. Locked chats move to a separate folder that requires device authentication to open. Users can also hide this folder from the main chat list by setting up a secret code. The feature conceals message details and sender information in notifications, although WhatsApp calls from locked contacts can still come through. This guide explains how to lock, hide, find and access private conversations.
India's own smartphone brand by 2028? Ashwini Vaishnaw says note the date
India could have its own smartphone by 2028 with homegrown design and technology at the centre of its devices. And this doesn't come from a report or a rumour; it is a statement by the Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini
Airtel Launches New Rs 200 Pack With YouTube Premium, 30GB Data: All Details
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Apple Closes French Stores Ahead of Further Protests
Seven Apple stores across France are closed on today, as the country prepares for another round of demonstrations a week after looters targeted two of the company's locations. As first spotted by MacGeneration , the affected stores include all three Paris locations: Champs-lyses , Opra , and March Saint-Germain . Apple's website also lists Saturday closures for Bordeaux Sainte-Catherine , Lille , Strasbourg , and Aix-en-Provence . The closures are likely a precaution to protect employees and stores during the protests. The seven locations have entrances directly onto the street, while Apple's stores inside shopping malls are expected to operate normally during the period. Apple's Lille and Bordeaux stores were looted during the unrest on October 17 unrest. Both were among many businesses targeted across France. The demonstrations concern rising living costs and poor conditions in schools, according to the Associated Press . Hundreds of thousands are said to have protested peacefully on October 17, but violence and looting broke out in several cities. Following the looting, reports emerged of stolen iPhones displaying warnings that they had been disabled and were being tracked, along with instructions to return them to their stores of origin. A video shared by Le Signal purportedly shows the message. The three Paris stores, Bordeaux Sainte-Catherine, and Aix-en-Provence list Sunday opening hours of noon to 6 p.m. Apple's Lille and Strasbourg pages show that those stores will remain closed on Sunday and reopen on Monday. Tags: France , Retail This article, Apple Closes French Stores Ahead of Further Protests first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Vivo Y600 Launching On October 30: 10,000mAh Battery, Design And Other Details Revealed
Vivo has confirmed that its upcoming Y600 smartphone will launch in China next week, with a massive 10,000mAh battery as its biggest highlight. The company has also revealed the phone's design ahead of its debut, showing a square-shaped rear camera module
Apple Pushes Back on DOJ Request for More Evidence
Apple and the U.S. Department of Justice disagree over how much newer evidence Apple must hand over in their antitrust case, according to a new court filing this week. The two sides previously agreed to a June 20, 2025 cutoff for Apple's records. With the evidence-gathering phase now scheduled to end in late May 2027, lawyers want Apple to supply documents created up to 30 days before that deadline. They say newer records could help establish whether the alleged anticompetitive practices are continuing. Apple argues that expanding the search would delay the case by several months. The company says it has already reviewed more than 11 million documents and handed over more than two million, covering an 18-year period. The dispute is part of the lawsuit filed in March 2024 , which accuses Apple of illegally protecting a smartphone monopoly by restricting competing apps, services, and devices. Apple denies the allegations. The latest filing asks the court to formally recognize that the two sides cannot resolve the document dispute themselves. The court will now consider how to move the dispute forward and whether Apple must provide more recent documents. Tags: Apple Lawsuits , United States This article, Apple Pushes Back on DOJ Request for More Evidence first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Claude Duet Explained: Features, Availability and How Anthropics Proactive AI Agent Works
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming mainstream, and a big chunk of the credit goes to AI assistants. In recent months, AI-powered assistants have moved beyond simple query responses and content generation to handling tasks that would otherwise require users to switch between multiple apps. Anthropics new app, Claude Duet, takes this approach further by letting the AI assistant work proactively. It also brings users' existing Claude context into a separate workspace, while keeping important actions subject to approval.
Using an Apple Pencil With the iPhone Duo: What to Know
The iPhone Duo is compatible with the Apple Pencil , if you have the right one. MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera tested the Apple Pencil with the iPhone Duo to see if it's a useful tool to pick up. If you already have an Apple Pencil 1, Apple Pencil 2, or Apple Pencil Pro to use with an iPad , you're going to be disappointed to hear they won't work with the iPhone Duo. The iPhone Duo only works with the Apple Pencil with USB-C, which is $79 from Apple, but you can get it from Amazon for $69 . The Apple Pencil Pro attaches to and pairs with iPads magnetically, but the iPhone Duo has to be paired with the USB-C Apple Pencil using a USB-C cable. Apple Pencil support is being added in iOS 27.2, which is available in beta right now. Once paired, the Apple Pencil works with the iPhone Duo like it works with an iPad. You can write or draw, and there is a setting to turn on palm rejection. You can use the Apple Pencil on both the inner and outer displays. The Apple Pencil can attach magnetically to the Duo's hinge for storage, but it doesn't charge that way. Compared with the Apple Pencil Pro, the USB-C Apple Pencil doesn't have pressure sensitivity, double-tap, or squeeze. The Apple Pencil tip can leave lines on the Duo's display, but the lines wipe away with a polishing cloth. Permanent damage is unlikely, but Apple does have an iPhone Duo cover layer replacement option that's $19 if you have AppleCare + and $49 if you don't. If you want to take notes or make quick sketches with the iPhone Duo, the Apple Pencil with USB-C could be worth the cost, but it's not quite as useful as it is on an iPad due to the limited screen size. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Tag: Apple Pencil Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forums: iPhone , iPad Accessories This article, Using an Apple Pencil With the iPhone Duo: What to Know first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
OpenAI says it's cutting off internet access for frontier model training
OpenAI says it will no longer allow frontier models to access the internet during training in an effort to put in new safety measures after a series of incidents.
This stylish Smart Electric Gooseneck Kettle is a smarter way to handle hot beverages and it
Thanks to the official Govee Amazon storefront, you can currently pick up the Smart Electric Gooseneck Kettle down at $64.79 shipped right now. Down from an $80 full price, the deal here starts at $72, but youll get an additional 10% savings once it is in your cart. The price here is only beaten out in 2026 by select falls to $64 during Prime Day and a drop to $56 back in September. more
Iran Threatens U.S. Blackout After Trump's Hormuz Threat; Amazon, Google & Nvidia On Notice
Iran is escalating its warning to Washington with a new threat aimed at the digital infrastructure running through the Gulf.According to Reuters, two senior Iranian security officials said Tehran has drawn up detailed plans to strike undersea communications cables if the United States and Israel attack Iran again.One official warned that if Iran is attacked, there would be no more red lines from military bases to undersea cables and claimed Tehran could also try to prevent damaged lines from being repaired in order to prolong disruption.
Epic is throwing $50,000 for vibe-code games. What could possibly go wrong?
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Mid-range Midnight M5 MacBook Air just dropped back to Prime Day price at $200 off
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Apple Store Pickup for iPhone Duo Starting to Resume But Very Limited
The option to reserve an iPhone Duo for Apple Store pickup is starting to return on Apple's online store, with the system live again in countries such as Australia , China , Japan , and South Korea . Unfortunately, our spot check revealed extremely limited availability right now, with few to no time slots available for all configurations. We only managed to find a single iPhone Duo unit available for Apple Store pickup in Australia on Saturday at the time we checked, as shown in the screenshot below, but it already disappeared by time we published this story. In other countries, such as the U.S. , Canada , the U.K. , and Singapore , Apple's online store continues to advise customers to check back on Saturday, October 24 in regards to Apple Store pickup, so we expect the reservation system to resume in additional countries as the clock rolls over to Saturday time zone by time zone. Just hours after iPhone Duo pre-orders began last Friday, Apple said demand for the device was nothing short of extraordinary , with delivery estimates pushing into late January, so it is not surprising that Apple Store pickup slots are hard to come by right now. Apple said it was working to satisfy demand as quickly as possible. Apple Store pickup was briefly offered for a few minutes after iPhone Duo pre-orders began last Friday, but the option quickly disappeared. Given the scarcity, long queues formed at many Apple Stores around the world today, with some lucky customers managing to secure an iPhone Duo on a walk-in basis. If you were not so lucky, the Apple Store pickup tool may be your next best option, so keep an eye on the iPhone Duo order page over the next day or so and refresh often. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Tag: Apple Store Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, Apple Store Pickup for iPhone Duo Starting to Resume But Very Limited first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Store in UK Reopens With New Design on iPhone Duo Launch Day
Following more than three months of renovations, the Apple SouthGate store in Bath, England reopened today, just in time for iPhone Duo launch day . The store has received an updated design with a dedicated Apple Pickup area, a more accessible Genius Bar with varied table and seat heights, and other upgrades. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Tags: Apple Store , United Kingdom Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, Apple Store in UK Reopens With New Design on iPhone Duo Launch Day first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Trump-Putin Energy Deal: First Russian Tanker Sets Sail As Kremlin Promises More
The first tanker has departed under the new US-Russia diesel agreement, marking the first physical shipment since Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin reached the energy arrangement. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed the departure, saying Russias Energy Ministry had reported that the first tanker was en route to customers. He added that regular supplies will continue, signalling Moscow expects the arrangement to extend beyond a single shipment. The Kremlin did not provide details about the vessels destination, cargo volume or expected arrival date. The development moves the Trump-Putin diesel agreement from negotiations into actual deliveries at a time when global fuel markets remain under pressure. Peskov also said Russia, the United States and Ukraine are expected to hold trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi during the first half of November. But Moscows immediate message is about energy: the first tanker is sailing, and Russia says more supplies will follow.
iPhone Duo Jailbroken on Launch Day
Just hours after being released, an iPhone Duo running iOS 27.1 has been jailbroken by hacker team Calif . Calif demonstrated the iPhone Duo's icons and widgets bouncing around, and added an anime character to the device's screen. Last week, the group shared videos featuring an untethered jailbreak on an iPhone 18 Pro running iOS 27.0.1. The device was shown rebooting, with root access available after the reboot. CC @pwnlambda https://t.co/xpwddwn7tw Calif (@calif_io) October 23, 2026 Calif has not publicly released the jailbreak. Calif security researcher Stefan Esser told German site Heise that there won't be a jailbreak tool available for end users, but a proof of concept may be forthcoming. Esser said the iOS 27.0.1 jailbreak used bugs Calif has already disclosed or plans to disclose to Apple soon, and most of the vulnerabilities are fixed in the upcoming iOS 27.2 update. AI was used to help develop the jailbreak, but Esser didn't explain how. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, iPhone Duo Jailbroken on Launch Day first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Seeds Updated watchOS 27.2 Release Candidate
Apple today seeded an updated version of the watchOS 27.2 release candidate, four days after the first RC became available . Registered developers and public beta testers can download software through the Apple Watch Settings app or using the Apple Watch app on iPhone. watchOS 27.2 adds new Siri AI features and extends Siri AI to more languages. This update provides enhancements to Siri AI, including the ability to retain useful context from previous Siri interactions, draw from a wider range of personal context, and deliver faster responses on your watch. This update also includes other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your Apple Watch. - Siri AI can recall your past conversations, so you can ask Siri about something it told you before, like the restaurants it recommended last week - Siri AI can draw from more sources to give you a great answer, including photos attached in Messages, Calendar event attendees, your voicemails, and better results from Safari history and Reading List from your phone - Excluded Apps lets you choose which apps Siri, Search, and suggestions can access, all from one setting on your phone - Siri AI now provides faster responses on Apple Watch - Siri AI is available in more languages, with support for French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. Siri AI is not available in the EU or mainland China We are expecting watchOS 27.2 and the other 27.2 updates to launch next week. Related Roundups: watchOS 26 , watchOS 27 Related Forum: Apple Watch This article, Apple Seeds Updated watchOS 27.2 Release Candidate first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Spotify ramps up policy enforcement on family plans
If you share Spotify sub with family, you may need to scan QR code to prove it.
Magic Data Recovery Pro gives deleted files a second chance for $40 (Reg. $100)
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In My Cart: Here is the gear we are scoring to elevate the iPhone Duo experience
The new iPhone Duo has officially arrived and its time to take stock of the gear we have in our carts to elevate the experience. Whether its the new Apple Pencil (USB-C) , and fresh pair of AirPods Pro 3 , a new leather case (or Apples sweet TechWoven model ), or a power bank that actually fits, you can scope out the gear we are eyeing down below. more
US Could Absolutely Strike Iran This Weekend, Says Envoy
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iPhone Duo Brings Back Long Lines at Apple Stores
In the early years of iPhone launches, long lines would form at Apple Stores around the world, but those queues gradually became a thing of the past amid the rise of online pre-orders. At least, until the iPhone Duo launched today. Apple Domain NORTHSIDE in Austin, Texas today iPhone Duo fever is real today, with queues having formed at many Apple Stores around the world, based on comments and photos shared on the MacRumors Forums and social media platforms. Anywhere from dozens to hundreds of people lined up at the stores on Friday morning or even a day or two earlier for a chance to buy the iPhone Duo. Apple's CEO John Ternus and retail chief Deirdre O'Brien visited Apple Domain NORTHSIDE in Austin, Texas, likely because F1's U.S. Grand Prix is taking place there this weekend and Apple TV is the exclusive U.S. streaming partner of F1 . Apple's marketing chief Greg Joswiak and vice president of retail stores Vanessa Trigub greeted customers at Apple Fifth Avenue in New York City. View all 16 photos in the full article Apple said the iPhone Duo would be available on a limited basis for walk-in customers in the U.S. and select other countries today, but it expected supply to sell out quickly due to extraordinary pre-order demand for the device. Indeed, some locations have now sold through their walk-in inventory for launch day, so your mileage may vary. Apple Store pickup was very briefly an option when iPhone Duo pre-orders began last Friday, but the system has been unavailable ever since. In most countries, Apple's online store says to check back on Saturday, October 24 regarding Apple Store pickup, but we do not know exactly what time reservations will resume at, so make sure to check Apple's website early and often tomorrow if you are still trying to secure an iPhone Duo. Below, we have rounded up some photos and videos of Apple Store queues today. Line outside Apple Fifth Avenue around 4:15 AM for iPhone Duo https://t.co/nqpuc3qo41 Mina Gawargious (@MinaGawargious) October 23, 2026 made it to Union Square!!! I'm like 25th in line and there are people here with actual couches apple store network is connected, time to Claude baby https://t.co/sqSVnhLUXj that tech and photography dude (@sonyaseventhree) October 23, 2026 In line here in Utah. About 20 people in front of me. And as I arrived about 50 people piled in behind me. Let's see how this goes https://t.co/xRbnyY98nk Matt Gonzalez (@mattdgonzalez) October 23, 2026 Line for the iPhone Duo at Apple in Boulder, CO. These are everyone without preorders. The Apple employee said they had enough units for everyone! I'm the first pickup of the day https://t.co/NSyZaFct2i Stetson Doggett (@stetsondoggett) October 23, 2026 Good morning from the walk-in line at Apple Store Kahala in Honolulu, Hawaii. There's about 30 customers in line so far. I'm number 13. #iPhoneDuo #launchday https://t.co/2KpF9sW4lN Jonathan Sugai (@jsugai) October 23, 2026 The line for Apple's first foldable iPhone stretched outside the Apple Store at the Domain Northside this morning! Would you wait in line for one? https://t.co/6WmLcyDAnA CBS Austin (@cbsaustin) October 23, 2026 The line for the iPhone Duo at my Apple Store goes around the whole building https://t.co/hRr7FoI1mn Fil (@itsjustfil_) October 23, 2026 Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Tag: Apple Store Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, iPhone Duo Brings Back Long Lines at Apple Stores first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
I Know What Needs To Be Done: MiLaysia Fulwiley Sends Message After 32-Point LSU Performance
MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 32 points, handed out 17 assists and recorded seven steals as LSU beat UNT Dallas 159-31. She also spoke about improving her ball control.
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Crackgate? iPhone Duo Owners Report Screens Breaking Along the Hinge
Some iPhone Duos are already experiencing hinge issues that cause display cracks, based on photos shared on Reddit and the MacRumors forums . Almost all of the display faults are right along the hinge, and most result in a line of bright pixels across one side of the screen. An iPhone Duo owner in Australia said his device cracked after being opened fewer than 20 times, and there was no visible damage beforehand. Had my iPhone Duo for about six hours and had probably opened it fewer than 20 times. I was showing it to a friend, and as I opened it, I felt something around the internal hinge, underneath the screen. As I continued opening it, I heard an audible crack, and the screen broke right along the hinge. There were no marks or damage on the inner screen's surface or the external hinge to suggest anything had been caught or damaged. The user visited an Apple Store , and Apple replaced the broken device right away. Apple is likely collecting defective iPhone Duos to research points of failure, and that research could lead to manufacturing improvements to reduce future issues. There are several images of broken displays from demo devices in China , where the iPhone Duo launched hours ahead of the U.S. The backstory for most of the images is unknown, and it's possible user damage is a factor. Some reviewers who got an iPhone Duo early subjected it to folding tests and didn't experience screen issues, but that's a small sample. With so many people getting iPhone Duos today, some failures are expected. It isn't known how widespread the issue is or whether we'll see an uptick in complaints over time. Hinge failures from normal use should be covered under the one-year warranty, and customers receiving an iPhone Duo today will also have two weeks to make a return. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, Crackgate? iPhone Duo Owners Report Screens Breaking Along the Hinge first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
48 Delhi Villages To Get Urban Status: What It Means For Their Residents
The decision will cover the remaining 48 of Delhi's 357 villages. The other 309 have already been declared urban.
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United States could strike Iran this weekend: Tom Barrack
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Apple has collaborated with The Conservation Fund to revitalise 14,000 acres of coastal redwood forest in California. This ambitious project aims to safeguard ecosystems while benefiting wildlife, enhancing carbon storage, and enriching local communities. It plays a vital role in Apples commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030, as the ongoing monitoring of forest growth is intended to generate carbon credits, aiding in the reduction of emissions.
You can still score a single 2026 Apple AirTag 2 down at Amazon all-time low pricing
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Tata Sons listing row: What Parsi, Zoroastrian groups want PM Modi to protect
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AI is solving math problems that stumped humans. What comes next?
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American Express plans to cut about 3,500 jobs, roughly 5% of its global workforce, as it seeks to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The announcement came alongside stronger third-quarter results and an upgraded 2026 earnings forecast.
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Apple unleashed a new slate of colorways alongside Apple Watch Ultra 4 in September, and today we are catching the first discount on the new Desert Alpine Loop . more
Immerse your space with oceanic wonder through Govee
The official Govee Amazon storefront is offering the second-ever chance to grab the new Bubble Projector Light with Matter down at $74.99 shipped, which is not yet available direct from the brands website. It only recently hit the market at the tail end of August with a $135 MSRP, which has since lowered to $90 by the end of September. We began seeing discounts after Prime Day weeks ago, when it first fell to $80 before dipping lower to $75. Now, that deal is coming back around for $15 savings at the best price we have tracked. more
Macworld Friday marks the 25th anniversary of the iPod . If I could, Id pull out my old iPod out of storage and give it a once over on this occasion, but sadly its long gone. However, Apple provides the next best thing: a virtual iPod on the Apple Music website. This Apple Music iPod isnt in plain sight. Its hidden, and to find it, you first have to use the Apple Music website, not the Music app on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Then you have to go to a webpage that produces an error message, which means you cant just click on any link on, say, the Apple Music home page. Fortunately, we have an Apple Music error page link you can use to see the iPod for yourself; if you are an Apple Music user, copy the link and paste it into a browser, because clicking the link launches the Music app, where you cant see the iPod. Heres the link: https://music.apple.com/us/MichiModsStuff (you can also right-click the link and open in a new browser tab). Foundry The displayed iPod is interactive. To use the clickwheel on a Mac, cursor over it and then click and drag. On an iPhone or iPad, it becomes a meta experience where today meets yesterday and youre suddenly using the iPod on your devices display. Its not clear if this is a event-only stunt that will eventually go away or if its here to stay. I certainly hope its the latter, but it case its not, check it out before time runs out. You can also watch the iPod introduction hosted by Steve Jobs below (I wasnt there, but you can see my wife in the YouTube thumbnail, sitting behind then-Macworld editors Jason Snell, Rick LePage, and Jonathan Seff, and next to Philip Michaels).
This year Fanttik launched Cafein 11, a USB-C rechargeable espresso maker that
Fanttik Cafein 11 Portable Espresso Maker Buy for $130 (Reg. $150) Clip the on-page $10 off coupon. What we love In the first half of this year, Fanttik caught me off guard again with another USB-C rechargeable piece of tech. The brand has been releasing everyday tools with built-in batteries, but Cafein 11 is an espresso maker with a built-in cup. It looks cool, too, and you can grab it for $130 right now. more
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Agent cloud startup Daytona hits $1B valuation backed by FirstMark and a who
Daytona is building a cloud for agents that's like giving every agent its own computer. It has attracted founders of Stripe, Perplextity, Datadog, Mercor and others as angels, it says.
JK Tyre Q2 net profit declines by 71% y-o-y to 65 crore due to geopolitical tensions
EBITDA) margin contracted sharply to 7.1 per cent from 13.3 per cent
Crude oil sourcing presently volatile; procuring more on landed basis: HPCL Chief
Vikas Kaushal, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) informed the state-owned OMC is procuring more on landed basis than on FOB basis and term contracts
Navratri26 Mumbai property registrations fall 25% YoY
Revenue collections declined less sharply than registration volumes
Jamia protest: Congress MP Imran Masood detained, SP MP alleges manhandling by police
Supreme Court holds voters can prosecute candidates for concealing information
The judgment by a Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu said the law does not insist that only public servants or competent authorities were eligible to lodge complaints against electoral candidates
England's 330-acre wheat farm turned wild; 5,290 butterflies counted in 2 years
Halnaker Hill Farm in West Sussex has experienced a remarkable surge in butterfly populations thanks to dedicated habitat restoration initiatives. In the spring of 2026, surveys noted 5,290 butterflies representing 28 different species, including some that are quite rare. This ecological project has fostered a rich variety of habitats that not only attract butterflies but also support bird life and other insects.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems gets $85M to build better fusion-ready semiconductors
Top-funded fusion startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems received an $85 million award from the federal government to advance conductors for fusion power plants.
Open-source workflow makes spatial proteomics easier to use
Fabian Coscia and his team have published in Nature Methods an open-source workflow that makes Deep Visual Proteomics easier to use, adapt and scale. OpenDVP enables scientists to spatially map thousands of proteins inside cells and their cellular environments, while preserving their tissue context.
Summer 2026 heat toll exceeded 50,000 deaths in European cities, analysis estimates
More than 50,000 heat-related deaths are estimated to have occurred in urban areas across Europe during summer 2026, with around two-thirds attributed to human-induced climate change, according to new research led by the London School of Hygiene
McCormick Grill Mates 3.5oz Pineapple Teriyaki Seasoning (Pack of 3) $5.91
McCormick Grill Mates 3.5oz Pineapple Teriyaki Seasoning (Pack of 3) $5.91
Our workforce not as exposed to AI disruption as believed
Letters to the Editor dated October 23, 2026
Rain lashes Virudhunagar district; bus depot submerged in rainwater
MeitY Secretary S Krishnan said the government was monitoring the developments and assessing what steps could be taken to help affected sectors address such incidents
Watch the song 'Betuka' from the upcoming Hindi movie 'Nakhrewaalii' starring Jasleen Royal and featuring music by Vayu and Sharan Rawat. 'Betuka' is sung by Jasleen Royal, with music composed by Vayu and Sharan Rawat and lyrics penned by Vayu. The song is arranged and produced by Sharan Rawat, with guitars by Vaibhav Pani. Directed by Rahul Shanklya, 'Nakhrewaalii' is presented by Jio Studios and produced by Colour Yellow Productions, Jyoti Deshpande, Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma. The film is set to release in cinemas on October 30. To know more about 'Betuka' song from 'Nakhrewaalii', watch the video. Check out the latest Hindi songs, new Hindi songs of 2026, latest Hindi video songs, upcoming Hindi movie songs and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
Enjoy The New Hindi Music Video For 'Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein' By Mika Singh and Sneha Shankar
Enjoy the latest Hindi song 'Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein' sung by Mika Singh and Sneha Shankar. Featuring Lakshmi Rai, this romantic track features music by Mika Singh, with lyrics penned by Anand Bakshi and original music composed by R. D. Burman. The music is arranged by Mika Singh and Uddipan Sharma, with mixing and mastering by Hanish Juneja. The music video has been directed by Sushma Sunam and Harry Jordan, with choreography by Sushma Sunam. Don't miss the opportunity to watch 'Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein' and fall in love all over again with its romantic melody. For more Hindi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Hindi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Mika Singh and Sneha Shankar, latest Hindi songs of 2026, Hindi romantic songs, evergreen melodies and music by Mika Singh.
Enjoy The New Gujarati Music Video For 'Tame Chho Mari Jaan' By Shital Thakor
Enjoy the latest Gujarati song 'Tame Chho Mari Jaan' sung by 'Shital Thakor'. The music for this romantic track has been composed by 'Ajay Vagheshwari', with lyrics penned by 'Rajvinder Singh', who has also composed the song. The music video features 'Amit Shah' and 'Hina Suthar' and has been directed by 'Rajvinder Singh'. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Gujarati video song 'Tame Chho Mari Jaan' and immerse yourself in its romantic melody. For more Gujarati songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Gujarati ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Shital Thakor', new Gujarati songs of 2026, latest Gujarati video songs, Gujarati love songs and music by 'Ajay Vagheshwari' and 'Rajvinder Singh'.
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Ain Taan' By Amar Sehmbi
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Ain Taan' sung by 'Amar Sehmbi'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Black Virus', who has also penned the composition, with lyrics written by 'Guri Sangali'. The song is presented by Jasvirpall Singh and produced by Jasvirpall Singh and Jagjitpal Singh. The publicity designs and video have been created by Yasheen Ghurail, with the song released under the music label Jass Records. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to the latest Punjabi audio song 'Ain Taan' by 'Amar Sehmbi' and enjoy its vibrant musical style. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Amar Sehmbi', new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi audio songs, Punjabi music and 'Black Virus' music.
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Jee Sohneya' By Priya
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Jee Sohneya' sung by 'Priya'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Black Virus', with lyrics penned by 'Guri Sangali'. The music video features 'Rahul Bassi' as the male lead and has been skillfully directed by 'Dilsher Singh' and 'Khushpal Singh'. The song is presented by Jasvirpall Singh and produced by Jasvirpall Singh and Jagjitpal Singh, with projects by Vipen Joshi. The video has been created by Tru Makers, with publicity designs by Yasheen Ghurail. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song 'Jee Sohneya' by 'Priya' and enjoy its melodious vibe. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Priya', new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi video songs, Punjabi love songs and 'Black Virus' music.
Enjoy The New Marathi Music Video For 'Love Fever' By Rajneesh Patel
Enjoy the latest Marathi song 'Love Fever' sung by 'Rajneesh Patel', featuring rapper 'Ek Number'. The music for this energetic track has been composed by 'Mr.Pro', with music programming by 'Dhruvan Moorthy' and lyrics penned by 'Ek Number'. The music video features 'Rajneesh Patel', 'Ek Number', 'Nita Shilimkar' and 'Mahi' and has been directed and choreographed by 'Ravi Dhas'. Produced by Tips and presented under the Tips Music Limited (Tips Marathi) label, the song is brought to life by Revibe Films. Experience this trending Marathi love song in stunning 8K video quality and enjoy its catchy beats and playful romantic vibe. For more Marathi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Marathi ETimes. Explore the latest Marathi songs of 2026, new Marathi video songs, Marathi romantic songs and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
India, Azerbaijan Hit Reset Button, Jaishankar Meets Aliyev After Operation Sindoor Fallout
India and Azerbaijan are attempting a diplomatic reset after ties nosedived during Operation Sindoor. Azerbaijan had openly backed Pakistan and Trkiye when India struck terror targets across the border. Now, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has met President Ilham Aliyev in Bakuthe first standalone visit by an Indian foreign minister to Azerbaijan in eight years. But this is not a friendship revival. It is strategic balancing. Azerbaijan sits at the crossroads of Europe, Russia, Central Asia and the Caspian region. It also matters for the International North-South Transport Corridor, energy supplies and Indias wider Eurasian outreach. Delhi cannot ignore Bakus Pakistan alignment, but it also cannot leave an important regional gateway entirely to Islamabad. The message is clear: India is willing to reset ties, but trust must be rebuilt through actions.
Zelenskyy Says Freeze & Stop: Will Ukraine-Russia Get An India-Pakistan-Style LOC?
Zelenskyy says freeze and stop. Does that mean Putin gets nearly a fifth of Ukraine? Not exactly. Kyiv is signalling openness to freezing the current frontline not legally surrendering Russian-held territory. Could Ukraine and Russia end up with an India-Pakistan-style LOC?Watch: https://youtu.be/Pcu7Vw6-YUw
853 persons donate blood as part of Police Commemoration Week in Adilabad
Senthamizh Arasu keeps his dream of turning out for the senior Indian hockey team alive
Reclaim public spaces: Civil society groups march against protest curbs
The protesters marched from Town Hall to challenge the Licensing and Regulation of Protests, Demonstrations and Protest Marches (Bengaluru City) Order, 2021, which the city police cite to restrict protests to Freedom Park.
The Hindu Impact - GVMC vows swift action to address South Zones sanitation issues
El Nino: Bhatti urges oppn to focus on solutions, not criticism
Hyderabad: Amid the El Nino crisis, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday, October 23, said political parties have a responsibility to stand by the people rather than criticise the government when the state is facing natural calamities. He recalled how people responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeals during the COVID-19 pandemic by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala HC sets aside guidelines for producing accused before judicial officer after court hours
While retaining provisions requiring prior intimation to the magistrate in cases of production after 5 p.m., court directs the State government to issue fresh guidelines
Police permission sought for over 60 RSS marches across Bengaluru
The RSS march applications became a talking point after Home Minister Priyank Kharge took to social media to share two communications from the RSS that informed the police of the proposed marches in the city.
Dr. Reddys Q2 net dips 32% to 913 cr on lower revenue
Revenue from operations for the Hyderabad-based multinational stood at 8,697.8 crore, down from 8,828.3 crore a year earlier
Asian Para Games: India records best haul of 65 medals
Nagoya: India ended their para-athletics campaign with a record-shattering 65 medals at the Asian Para Games, with two-time Paralympic champion javelin thrower Sumit Antil among one of the four gold winners on the final day of competitions here on Friday, October 23. Besides Antil, the other gold winners were Pranav Soorma (mens club throw F51), Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Elon Musk Just Dumped Another $76 Million Into the Midterms
The trillionaire has given more than $445 million to Republican political groups this election cycle, as Democrats vow to investigate him.
India's exports to Germany could cross $50 billion by 2030: ASSOCHAM
ASSOCHAM said the potential for expanding market access, investment and business partnerships between India and Germany. It said the two countries could use their respective strengths in manufacturing, technology and innovation to deepen economic ties and create new growth opportunities.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Friday that India and China continue to utilize established diplomatic and military channels to resolve pending issues and prevent miscalculations along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Addressing a press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that border situations become disturbed from time to time when Chinese [] The post India and China Continue Using Existing Mechanisms to Avoid LAC Miscalculations, Says MEA Amid Row Over ITBP Chiefs Remarks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
