Wednesday · November 11, 2026 Vol. I · No. 314
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Northern Sea Route transit reaches 6 mln tons in early November US Treasury chief Scott Bessent moves to military base after Iranian threats Battlegroup North air defenses shoot down 101 Ukrainian UAVs in Kharkov, Sumy Regions Casualties in Smolensk Region, wounded workers in Ust-Luga: Ukraine’s UAV attack aftermath Norway’s missile producer becomes legitimate target for Russia following attacks Bank of Russia purchases yuan worth $182 mln with settlements on November 10 Europe withdraws over 4 bln cubic meters of gas from storage since heating season began Battlegroup West destroys 167 Ukrainian UAVs, UK AS-90 self-propelled gun in past day Northern Sea Route transit reaches 6 mln tons in early November US Treasury chief Scott Bessent moves to military base after Iranian threats Battlegroup North air defenses shoot down 101 Ukrainian UAVs in Kharkov, Sumy Regions Casualties in Smolensk Region, wounded workers in Ust-Luga: Ukraine’s UAV attack aftermath Norway’s missile producer becomes legitimate target for Russia following attacks Bank of Russia purchases yuan worth $182 mln with settlements on November 10 Europe withdraws over 4 bln cubic meters of gas from storage since heating season began Battlegroup West destroys 167 Ukrainian UAVs, UK AS-90 self-propelled gun in past day

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Adam Conover explains how YouTube ruined everything

Today, I’m joined by comedian, podcast host, and YouTuber Adam Conover. Adam is a familiar face to anyone who’s spent time on the internet. He got his start, like so many successf…

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Will GTA 6's Ultimate Edition be worth the extra cost? Here's what it'll come with

Many have paid the extra $20 for the GTA6 , but there's no rush to join them.

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What is MSI mode on Windows PCs and does it speed up your GPU?

This is a setting you probably won't want to mess around with.

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The four-hour-long Elon Musk documentary might be preaching to the choir

It makes sense that Musk is a long film. The latest from Alex Gibney, who has previously directed documentaries about Theranos and Steve Jobs, is an impressively thorough retellin…

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How to prepare your iPhone for the iOS 27 update

It's not difficult to update to iOS 27, but you should prepare in a few ways to avoid common issues when moving to the new version.

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What does background app refresh on iPhone actually do?

Here's what will happen if you turn off background app refresh on your iPhone, and which apps operate better with it on.

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Microsoft says ‘people matter more than AI’ following safety concerns

Microsoft is publishing a 37-page "humanist AI code of conduct" today, amid growing safety concerns over AI model progress. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called for a coordinated slo…

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Music distributors agree to new anti-fraud measures

Trade union IFPI brings together music groups like Universal and Sony to reduce music streaming fraud.

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Is AppleCare really worth the extra cost?

AppleCare provides peace of mind against damaged devices, but it's an additional cost you have to weigh.

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How to block time-wasting apps on iPhone using Screen Time

If you want to stop using your phone at certain time and getting stuck into certain apps too much, Screen Time can help.

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The GameCube games we still love, 25 years later

Here are some of the GameCube games that have held up best over the last 25 years.

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What happens after a town de-Flocks

From Florida to Washington state, local governments across the country are canceling their contracts with Flock, the company behind the controversial AI-enabled license plate read…

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MagSafe vs. USB-C: Which is better for charging your MacBook?

Modern MacBooks can use two different types of cables to charge, but is USB-C or MagSafe a better option overall?

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At what length do Ethernet cables drop to lower speeds?

Running an Ethernet cable can provide faster speeds than Wi-Fi in many cases, but the length and type of cable make a difference.

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Make long drives easier with this Android Auto feature

Android Auto added a new capability recently that upgrades the infotainment screen in a big way. Let's activate it.

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How to use GPT-6 Astra when it rolls out to you

OpenAI's new model, GPT-6 Astra, has begun rolling out to users. Here's how you can get it and pitfalls to avoid.

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How to fix iMessage "Not Delivered" error on iPhones

iMessage is simple, and even RCS and SMS are usually reliable. But when your iPhone won't sent a message, you can coax it into working again.

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Why are IMAX cameras so notoriously loud?

Shooting a movie on IMAX 15/70 cameras can produce incredible film, but one of the major tradeoffs for filmmakers is how loud they can get when rolling.

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Sam Altman says OpenAI won't file for IPO this year

OpenAI's CEO called it an "ill-advised moment to go public" in an interview with Fortune.

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How to adjust the Liquid Glass effect on your iPhone with iOS 27

If you've never been satisfied with Liquid Glass on your Phone, then you'll probably like some of the new customization options Apple offers in iOS 27.

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Trump and Mike Johnson think the AI industry is overreacting

Yesterday, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published a lengthy open letter saying it was time to "pace the frontier" and slow down AI development. OpenAI's Sam Altman and Elon Musk bot…

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Tesla's second-gen Roadster is finally getting a debut nearly a decade later

The reveal is scheduled for October 10, so long as it's not delayed again.

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Apple is reportedly working on iPhone game controllers

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple is developing two game controllers for the iPhone and will likely sell them under the Beats brand. Rumors that Apple might enter the game contro…

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What's the difference between AppleCare+ and AppleCare One?

Should you get AppleCare+ or AppleCare One? We explain the difference in this post.