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Google told staff worried about Pentagon AI deals that the company is 'leaning more' into national security contracts
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Google told staff worried about Pentagon AI deals that the company is 'leaning more' into national security contracts

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis told staff it's "incumbent on us to work with democratically elected governments."

Hugh Langley · 19 Mar, 2026
Top economist Steve Hanke says Iran is channeling Muhammad Ali — and could deal a 'knockout blow' to the US
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Top economist Steve Hanke says Iran is channeling Muhammad Ali — and could deal a 'knockout blow' to the US

Steve Hanke said Iran's use of economic warfare in the face of US military might reminds him of Muhammad Ali's "rope-a-dope" strategy.

Theron Mohamed · 19 Mar, 2026
Where TSA wait times are the longest, and how to check if your airport is impacted
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Where TSA wait times are the longest, and how to check if your airport is impacted

Delays at airport security checkpoints around the US are causing major disruption for travelers as unpaid TSA agents stop showing up for work.

Will Martin,Pete Syme,Kelsey Vlamis,Taylor Rains,Lina Batarags · 19 Mar, 2026
As a nonprofit-focused software company, AI tools help our clients fundraise with limited resources
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As a nonprofit-focused software company, AI tools help our clients fundraise with limited resources

At a software company focused on helping nonprofits fundraise, AI has helped streamline clients' donor management and fundraising processes.

Erica Sweeney · 19 Mar, 2026
Bartenders share the 8 drinks you should never order in a crowded bar
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Bartenders share the 8 drinks you should never order in a crowded bar

When a bar is busy, there are a few drinks bartenders don't want customers to order because they take too long to make or are annoying to prepare.

Casey Clark · 19 Mar, 2026
Google declares 'vibe design' is here as Figma's stock price sinks
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Google declares 'vibe design' is here as Figma's stock price sinks

Google's Stitch AI tool is the latest shot across the bow of software makers, as AI companies roll out features directly challenging their products.

Lauren Edmonds · 19 Mar, 2026
A US F-35 stealth fighter made an emergency landing after flying a combat run over Iran
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A US F-35 stealth fighter made an emergency landing after flying a combat run over Iran

A military spokesperson told Business Insider that the fighter jet "landed safely, and the pilot is in stable condition."

Jake Epstein · 19 Mar, 2026
TikTok is testing a new micro-drama feed, and its top shows feature AI zombies and sad polar bears
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TikTok is testing a new micro-drama feed, and its top shows feature AI zombies and sad polar bears

TikTok is testing a new micro-drama feed called "TikTok Short Drama" in the US and a few other regions. Some top shows are AI-generated.

Sydney Bradley,Dan Whateley · 19 Mar, 2026
I pay my 8-year-old with Pokémon cards for his chores. It motivates him more than getting money.
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I pay my 8-year-old with Pokémon cards for his chores. It motivates him more than getting money.

My husband and I wanted to teach our kids financial literacy early. But my son only started doing chores when I paid him in Pokémon cards.

Conz Preti · 19 Mar, 2026
The best ingredient for performance and longevity is probably already in your kitchen
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The best ingredient for performance and longevity is probably already in your kitchen

Coffee is a rich source of anti-aging nutrients and health perks. Drink it the right way for the biggest performance and longevity boost.

Gabby Landsverk · 19 Mar, 2026
Meta Ray-Bans have a 'fart candle' prank problem
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Meta Ray-Bans have a 'fart candle' prank problem

Meta's Ray-Ban glasses are sparking a popular genre of video on social media: harassing store employees and random people.

Katie Notopoulos · 19 Mar, 2026
Russia is adding fiber-optic cables to its cheap 'Molniya' strike drones, making them unjammable
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Russia is adding fiber-optic cables to its cheap 'Molniya' strike drones, making them unjammable

Fiber-optic cables have typically been used for smaller quadcopters. Now, the practice is being extended to larger fixed-wing drones.

Jake Epstein · 19 Mar, 2026