World's oldest weapon is over 400,000 years old — and wasn't made by modern humans

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World's oldest weapon is over 400,000 years old — and wasn't made by modern humans

The oldest undisputed weapon is the Clacton Spear, a sharpened yew wood tip unearthed in Essex, England in 1911 and dating back over 400,000 years — predating modern humans. Researchers from the Society for Combat Archaeology identified three candidates for the title, stressing that context, microscopic wear patterns and evidence of intentional shaping are key to classification. The 37 cm tip likely broke from a longer shaft used to hunt large game.

Should objects made before modern humans existed be classified as weapons?

National Geographic PL · 10h ago · Source ↗

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EU Conditionally Approves Paramount's Takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery

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EU Conditionally Approves Paramount's Takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery

The European Commission on Wednesday gave conditional approval for Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The green light depends on Paramount fulfilling commitments related to film distribution, aimed at protecting competition in the media market.

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Balance Coin stablecoin loses 99.92% of value in hack

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Balance Coin stablecoin loses 99.92% of value in hack

Balance Coin (BLC), a stablecoin designed to maintain a $1 peg, crashed to $0.0012 on Wednesday — a loss of 99.92% of its value. An attacker exploited a flaw in the price oracle, the mechanism that reports collateral values to the protocol. Approximately $912,000 was drained from the system in the exploit.

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BitHub.pl · 19min ago · Source ↗

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Sophie Thatcher wants to shed her dark on-screen image

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Sophie Thatcher wants to shed her dark on-screen image

Sophie Thatcher, best known as tortured teen Natalie in "Yellowjackets," acknowledges her reputation for dark roles — including an abducted missionary in "Heretic" and an enslaved robot girlfriend in "Companion." The actress says her Mormon upbringing shaped her relationship with dark themes. Thatcher says she is now actively looking to diversify her roles and move beyond that image.

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Variety · 20min ago · Source ↗

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Mystery foam covers Nigerian highway — authorities warn against contact

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Mystery foam covers Nigerian highway — authorities warn against contact

Nigerian authorities are investigating a mysterious foam that has been covering a national highway for several days. Preliminary findings suggest the substance may be linked to an accident that occurred a few days earlier. The environmental protection agency has warned residents not to touch the foam, whose composition has not yet been confirmed.

Are Nigerian authorities responding quickly enough to the highway foam threat?

Interia Fakty · 23min ago · Source ↗

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Oklahoma drivers embrace EVs despite poor charging infrastructure

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Oklahoma drivers embrace EVs despite poor charging infrastructure

Oklahoma is seeing a surprising surge in EV adoption despite having limited charging infrastructure and modest incentives for electric vehicle buyers. California remains the most EV-friendly state in the country. The Oklahoma trend suggests that infrastructure gaps do not always deter drivers from going electric.

Should poor charging infrastructure stop drivers from buying EVs?

Jalopnik · 25min ago · Source ↗

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iOS 27 brings Apple Card recurring charges hub to Apple Wallet

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iOS 27 brings Apple Card recurring charges hub to Apple Wallet

iOS 27 will add a new feature exclusive to Apple Card within Apple Wallet: a centralised hub for all recurring transactions and subscriptions. Users will be able to view, track and manage their repeat payments directly within the Wallet app. The feature aims to make it easier to keep tabs on subscription spending.

Should every credit card offer a built-in recurring charges hub like Apple Card?

9to5Mac · 26min ago · Source ↗

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Stephen Wolfram: the universe isn't random — it's driven by computational evolution

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.

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Trump Receives Remains of 4 U.S. Soldiers Killed in Middle East

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Trump Receives Remains of 4 U.S. Soldiers Killed in Middle East

President Donald Trump attended a dignified transfer ceremony on Wednesday for the remains of four U.S. soldiers killed in the Middle East over the previous weekend during operations against Iran. Trump called it one of the hardest moments of his presidency. The losses mark a growing American death toll in the conflict with Iran.

Should the U.S. continue military operations against Iran despite rising casualties?

Bankier.pl · 29min ago · Source ↗

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Baldur's Gate 3 Player Loses 60-Hour Honour Mode Run During a Sex Scene

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Baldur's Gate 3 Player Loses 60-Hour Honour Mode Run During a Sex Scene

A Baldur's Gate 3 player lost a 60-hour Honour Mode run — the game's hardest difficulty with only one save file — due to a dialogue choice made during a sex scene. Honour Mode, introduced shortly after the game's official launch, is designed to prevent save-scumming by restricting players to a single save. The incident went viral in the gaming community as a cautionary tale about careless in-game choices.

Is a single-save Honour Mode a good design choice for RPGs?

Polygon · 31min ago · Source ↗

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Science Corporation's Vision-Restoring Brain Chip Gets EU Approval

Science Corporation has received European Union approval for its vision-restoring implantable chip, which works by directly stimulating the brain to restore sight in blind patients. The company was co-founded by Max Hodak, a former Neuralink co-founder. Hodak said the neurotech sector needs a company generating $100 million in annual revenue to prove the commercial viability of the space.

Should brain implants that restore vision be covered by public healthcare systems?

TechCrunch · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Casemiro joins Inter Miami ahead of clash with Lewandowski's Chicago Fire

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Casemiro joins Inter Miami ahead of clash with Lewandowski's Chicago Fire

Casemiro has signed an 18-month contract with Inter Miami, joining MLS the same summer as Antoine Griezmann (Orlando City) and Robert Lewandowski (Chicago Fire). The Florida side face Chicago Fire tonight, marking Lewandowski's debut for the Polish captain's new club.

Will Inter Miami become the dominant force in MLS after signing Casemiro?

Interia Sport · 37min ago · Source ↗

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Pixie cut is out — "momager crop" is the haircut trend of summer 2026

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Pixie cut is out — "momager crop" is the haircut trend of summer 2026

The "momager crop" is the hottest haircut of summer 2026 — a short, layered style with volume on top and soft face-framing strands inspired by 1980s looks. Unlike the pixie cut, it requires little to no daily styling, offering a natural, effortless finish. The style is gaining traction among women looking for a bold yet low-maintenance look.

Is the "momager crop" a better haircut than the pixie cut?

Wizaż.pl · 46min ago · Source ↗

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Nurse whistleblower: Staff silenced by fear in Polish hospitals

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Nurse whistleblower: Staff silenced by fear in Polish hospitals

Mateusz Sieradzan, a nurse and paramedic known online as Pan Pielęgniarka, has spoken out about systemic problems in Polish hospitals. He describes staff being blacklisted for reporting wrongdoing, patients treated as objects, and workers left without proper tools. Sieradzan says medical staff stay silent out of fear of professional retaliation.

Should medical staff have legal protection for reporting hospital wrongdoing?

naTemat · 50min ago · Source ↗

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Sin-Eaters: The Macabre Historical Job of Eating the Dead's Sins

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Sin-Eaters: The Macabre Historical Job of Eating the Dead's Sins

Sin-eating was a real historical practice in which a poor person consumed bread placed on a corpse, symbolically absorbing the dead person's sins to ensure their peaceful passage into the afterlife. The custom was documented mainly in Wales and the western counties of England, with roots in the 17th and 18th centuries. Despite their ritual role, sin-eaters were widely shunned by the communities they served.

Should practices like sin-eating be recognised as part of cultural heritage?

Mental Floss · 50min ago · Source ↗

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Central Slovakia's Hidden Gem: Hand-Fed Ground Squirrels and a 17th-Century Gold Mine

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Central Slovakia's Hidden Gem: Hand-Fed Ground Squirrels and a 17th-Century Gold Mine

Central Slovakia offers offbeat attractions: wild ground squirrels that eat from your hand, a 17th-century gold mine with pitch-black, ice-cold tunnels, and scenic cycling routes. Instead of glossing over its industrial past, the region has turned raw history into a tourism draw. It's a strong alternative for travellers who prefer authenticity over crowded hotspots.

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WP Turystyka · 50min ago · Source ↗

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Polish Cuisine Ranked 14th in Taste Atlas World Rankings, Ahead of Vietnam and Korea

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Polish Cuisine Ranked 14th in Taste Atlas World Rankings, Ahead of Vietnam and Korea

In the latest Taste Atlas ranking of the world's best cuisines, Polish food secured 14th place, beating out Vietnam and South Korea. Dishes highlighted include pierogi, żurek (sour rye soup) and cheesecake. The result marks a notable achievement for Polish gastronomy on the international stage.

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Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Hulu's "King of the Hill" revival scores 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

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Hulu's "King of the Hill" revival scores 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

Hulu's 2025 revival of "King of the Hill" has earned a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics hailing it as a masterpiece. The original Fox series ran from 1997 to 2010, following Hank Hill (voiced by Mike Judge) and life in a small Texas town centred on propane sales and suburban life. The revival used a time jump rather than nostalgia-baiting, a creative choice that paid off with audiences and critics alike.

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Collider · 24min ago · Source ↗

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Hitler's birthplace in Austria converted into a police station

The Austrian government has converted the 17th-century building in Braunau am Inn where Adolf Hitler was born into a police station. The move is intended to prevent the site from becoming a pilgrimage destination for neo-Nazis and Nazi sympathisers. Austria has owned the building since 2017.

Is converting Hitler's birthplace into a police station the right way to prevent it becoming a neo-Nazi shrine?

NYT World · 24min ago · Source ↗

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Smart #2 city car previewed ahead of Paris Auto Show debut

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Smart #2 city car previewed ahead of Paris Auto Show debut

Smart has released its best look yet at the new #2 city car ahead of its official debut at the Paris Auto Show in September. The electric city car is the latest model from the revived Smart brand. Full specifications and pricing have not yet been announced.

Does the Smart #2 have what it takes to compete in the European electric city car market?

Jalopnik · 26min ago · Source ↗

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Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speakers: Stylish Multiroom Audio with Home Theater Chops

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Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speakers: Stylish Multiroom Audio with Home Theater Chops

Bose's Lifestyle Ultra speakers offer a sleek, minimalist design aimed at multiroom audio setups and home theater use. They combine style with solid sound performance, positioning themselves as an all-in-one solution for home listening. The system targets buyers who want an aesthetically pleasing yet capable audio upgrade.

Are the Bose Lifestyle Ultra speakers worth it for design-conscious audiophiles?

Rolling Stone · 27min ago · Source ↗

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Gabelli's Small-Cap Strategy: Deep Value Plus a Catalyst for Price Gains

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Gabelli's Small-Cap Strategy: Deep Value Plus a Catalyst for Price Gains

Investor Joseph A. Gabelli outlined a small-cap stock strategy that combines discounted valuations — companies trading below their intrinsic value — with specific catalysts that can drive sharp price increases. The approach relies on thorough fundamental research rather than market momentum. Gabelli says the method has continued to generate returns for patient, research-driven investors.

Is a deep-value plus catalyst strategy better than passive index investing?

MarketWatch · 30min ago · Source ↗

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