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Android may soon auto-adjust device settings to make bus or train rides go smoother - Android Authority

Google is working on a new Android feature that automatically optimizes device settings while you’re on a bus or train for smoother rides.

3 Spots to Never Put an Alexa Speaker (and Where You Should) - CNET

Alexa speakers like Echos and Echo Shows can be dangerous in the wrong place: Here's what to avoid.

CDC panel makes most sweeping revision to child vaccine schedule under RFK Jr. - The Washington Post

The panel voted to eliminate a long-standing recommendation for every newborn to receive a hepatitis B shot, saying it’s unnecessary when the mother tests negative.

Vanity Fair parts ways with Olivia Nuzzi amid Robert F. Kennedy Jr. controversy - AP News

Vanity Fair is parting ways with West Coast editor Olivia Nuzzi amid controversy over her past coverage of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A statement Friday from Nuzzi and the magazine says they have mutually agreed to let her contract expire at the end of the year. N…

Metroid Prime 4 Has A Lot Of Vaginal Doorways In It - Kotaku

I mean, most of these doors look more like vulvas to me...

SpaceX's Starlink Finds Cable Issue With Advanced Power Supply - PCMag

The company mentions a waterproofing issue. In response, it's been sending free replacement cables for buyers of the advanced PSU and the Gen 3 Performance dish, which costs $1,999.

Exclusive: Boat at center of double-tap strike controversy was meeting vessel headed to Suriname, admiral told lawmakers - CNN

The alleged drug traffickers killed by the US military in a strike on September 2 were heading to link up with another, larger vessel that was bound for Suriname — a small South American country east of Venezuela – the admiral who oversaw the operation told l…

US Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging birthright citizenship - BBC

Donald Trump's controversial executive order to end birthright citizenship had been rejected by lower courts.

Rep. Adelita Grijalva says she was pepper-sprayed during ICE raid - Politico

The Arizona Democrat said she was seeking information from federal agents at the raid in Tucson.

Netflix to buy Warner Bros film and streaming businesses for $72bn - BBC

The major Hollywood deal means Netflix will takeover ownership of franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

US Stocks Hold Onto Gains as Fed Countdown Begins: Markets Wrap - Bloomberg.com

The stock market crept higher, but stopped short of records Friday, as traders refrained from making big bets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate cut decision next week. Treasuries notched their worst week since June.

FDA instability, alarm over agency’s direction escalate after top regulator exits - The Washington Post

As leadership churn continues, FDA’s unpredictability rattles companies relying on stable regulation.

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 Extend Win Streaks; Palantir Outshines Nvidia (Live Coverage) - Investor's Business Daily

Stock Market Today: The Dow Jones index closed higher Friday. Palantir retook a key level and Ulta Beauty broke out of a base.

Chamberlain blocks smart home integrations with its garage door openers — again - The Verge

Security+ 3.0 kills compatibility with popular smart home platforms enabled by controllers from Tailwind, Meross, and Ratgdo.

Woman Hailed as Hero for Smashing Man’s Meta Smart Glasses on Subway - Futurism

A New York subway rider has accused a woman of breaking his Meta smart glasses. She was later hailed as a hero.

Lloyd Doggett won’t seek reelection in light of Supreme Court’s Texas redistricting ruling - The Hill

Texas Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D) has announced that he will not seek reelection in wake of the Supreme Court’s decision upholding the state’s new district map.  “I will continue working with the same urgency and determination as if next year were my last, which i…

Giant $450 price drop hits Apple’s 512GB M4 iPad Pro at Amazon [Updated] - 9to5Toys

Update: Amazon is now offering both the Space Black and Silver 512GB M4 iPad Pro at nearly $450 off the...

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems - AP News

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday. The Association of American Railroads trade group asked for the rel…

2026 FIFA Men's World Cup draw groups set as USA to face Paraguay, Australia and UEFA playoff winner - CBS News

The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.

Exclusive | SpaceX in Talks for Share Sale That Would Boost Valuation to $800 Billion - WSJ - The Wall Street Journal