Armaan Gomes and his team built a custom CPU from scratch and successfully ran the classic game Doom on it. A video documenting the project went viral online. The feat is the latest in a long tradition of engineers and hobbyists running Doom on unconventional hardware.
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China's Ministry of Commerce expressed "serious concern" over a French parliament law targeting Chinese e-commerce platforms Shein, Temu and AliExpress, calling it "discriminatory." Beijing announced retaliatory measures in response. The law is framed as an ecological tax aimed at cheap fast-fashion shipments from China.
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A new Starfield mod masks the loading screen during planetary takeoffs, making departures feel seamless and more immersive — similar to No Man's Sky. The mod is currently in beta and the creator acknowledges it isn't a perfect solution yet. It's a fan-made workaround for one of the game's most criticised limitations.
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Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane revealed that Liam Lawson was visibly affected by his demotion from Red Bull after just two races in 2025. Permane said the New Zealand driver "wasn't the same" after returning to the junior team. The move clearly had a significant psychological impact on Lawson's performance and demeanour.
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Drawing on AI researcher Rich Sutton's 2019 "Bitter Lesson" essay — which argues that raw computing power consistently outperforms human ingenuity in AI — the author applies the same logic to climate change. The piece argues that adapting to climate change is not surrender but a necessary survival strategy alongside mitigation efforts.
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The sequel to the Polish comedy hit "Dalej jazda" begins streaming on CANAL+ on 25 July 2025. The film continues the story of Ela and Józek and their family adventures, this time centred around a wedding. A CANAL+ package with films and series starts at 29 PLN per month.
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Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced on Wednesday that reconnaissance is underway ahead of the deployment of French troops to Poland under the Eastern Shield programme. He stressed that the initiative is becoming a wider NATO project, not just a bilateral Polish-French arrangement. France is a key partner in reinforcing the Alliance's eastern flank.
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Physicist and Wolfram Alpha creator Stephen Wolfram argues that the universe's complexity emerges from simple computational rules, much like biological complexity arises from evolution. He proposes that nature is neither random nor engineered, but governed by a principle he calls "computational irreducibility." The same rule that shapes living tissue and organisms is, he claims, a fundamental property of computation itself.
A 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 convertible is listed for sale at $7,500. The two-seat German roadster appears to be in good condition with minimal modifications, but has nearly 100,000 miles on the clock. The piece questions whether the asking price is justified given the mileage.
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Japanese meteorological authorities have for the first time officially recorded "kokushobi" — brutally hot days — after temperatures in central Japan exceeded 40°C on Tuesday and Wednesday. Authorities are urging residents to take extreme caution. Heat-related casualties have been reported, though the exact number was not disclosed.
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Repeated cycles of weight loss and regain — known as the yo-yo effect — may accelerate the loss of muscle mass. Each dieting cycle followed by weight regain carries the risk of gradual muscle depletion, worsening body composition and metabolism over the long term.
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Elon Musk announced on X that his AI tool Grok Imagine will produce a full-length film based on Homer's Odyssey before the end of the year. Musk said the film will be "historically accurate and true to the art of Homer," positioning it as a counter to Christopher Nolan's blockbuster, which Musk has repeatedly criticised over its casting. A shared three-minute clip generated by Grok Imagine depicts a scene between Odysseus and the nymph Calypso.
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XRP has returned to the spotlight, climbing above $1.15 amid renewed buying by large "whale" investors. ETFs linked to XRP are attracting fresh capital inflows, adding momentum to the rally. Market participants are also optimistic about anticipated regulatory changes in the United States that could benefit the token.
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TV presenter Izabella Krzan shared photos from the set of Poland's Top Model on Instagram, wearing a bold look featuring a leather skirt with cut-out details. The outfit quickly caught the attention of her followers for its edgy, fashion-forward style.
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so 2027 huh, guess they're not rushing
on: LGBTQ Indie Dramedy 'Actual Nobodies' Set for Early 2027 Release
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Chilean jack mackerel is a lesser-known fish with soft, flavourful flesh that can substitute for regular mackerel, whose catches are increasingly questioned by sustainable fisheries experts. Its protein content rivals that of salmon, and it is rich in fatty acids beneficial for brain and heart health. The fish looks similar to mackerel and offers a more sustainable option for eco-conscious shoppers.
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This summer season at Poland's Baltic Sea resorts has disappointed hoteliers, with very few bookings and plenty of empty rooms available. With over a month of summer holidays remaining, those planning an August break can find unusually low prices. The hospitality industry is hoping August will bring a turnaround in occupancy rates.
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German prosecutors raided Deutsche Bank's Frankfurt headquarters on Wednesday as part of an investigation into suspected tax irregularities. The alleged fraud may have cost the German state around €350 million. Ten former bank managers are among the suspects in the case.
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An official sequel to the Star Wars Jedi series has been confirmed for release this year. The article also highlights other major 2025 releases including 007 First Light, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Marvel's Wolverine from Insomniac Games, and Grand Theft Auto 6 from Rockstar.
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Phil Foden has signed a new contract with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 30 June 2030. The England midfielder had been entering the final year of his previous deal, prompting speculation about his future. The new agreement ends all transfer talk.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Major General Ihor Skybiuk as Ukraine's new Chief of the General Staff, replacing Andriy Hnatov. The decision was made jointly with the new Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Mykhailo Drapatyi. The Kremlin commented on the command reshuffle.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi drew criticism from coalition and opposition politicians alike after posting on X that she typically sleeps only 0–3 hours a night due to the demands of her role. Critics warned that a head of government publicly glorifying extreme sleep deprivation sends a dangerous message. The backlash came from across the political spectrum.
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Polish theatre and television actress Irena Dudzińska died on 18 July 2026, aged 85. Born in Warsaw on 15 December 1940, she was known for roles in the TV series "Świat według Kiepskich" and "Pierwsza miłość". She worked at the Polish Theatre in Poznań and the Jan Kochanowski Theatre in Opole over the course of her career.
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