Ars Technica
Aug 27, 2026
Anthropic's new hardware standard lets AI agents control the physical world
Standardized driver interface aims to let devices talk to AI and each other.
Global News
NPR News
Aug 27, 2026
The role of climate change in the Nepal floods
The deadly flash floods in Nepal are not a surprise to many scientists. Glacial melt is accelerating because of climate change, putting millions of people at risk.
BBC World
Aug 27, 2026
Man who attacked nun on CCTV in Jerusalem acquitted on grounds of mental health
A Jerusalem court said the Jewish attacker was having a psychotic episode when he assaulted the nun, in an incident which caused outrage.
The Guardian
Aug 27, 2026
Albanese vows refugee intake won’t be slashed after earlier reports of Coalition-level cut
Prime minister intervenes amid anger at news Tony Burke was planning to cut intake of 20,000 arrivals by a thirdFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has guaranteed Australia’s annual refugee intake will not…
The Guardian
Aug 27, 2026
Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97
From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced vivid paintings, sculptures and vast installations that often drew on her experience of hallucinationsKusama – a life in picturesWas Kusama the world’s favourite artist?Yayoi Kusama, the Japanese outsider artist who reached superstar status after decades…