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Putin’s mobilisation risks NATO clash as Anthropic AI safety crisis erupts
Fears mount of Russian military miscalculation triggering NATO’s collective defence clause and wider European conflict, whilst resignations at AI safety firm Anthropic fuel fresh debate over governing superintelligent systems.
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College basketball TV analyst and former Duke assistant Chris Spatola, Coach K’s son-in-law, dies at 47
Chris Spatola, an ESPN college basketball analyst, has died at the age of 47. Spatola had a distinguished career spanning multiple domains—he was a former Army Black Knights basketball player, a five-year active-duty military veteran who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, an assistant coach at Duke University, and a respected broadcaster. His work at Duke…
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This ‘NBA Jam’ Arcade Cabinet Lets You Play the Retro Basketball Game at Home
Arcade1Up’s officially licensed NBA Jam Deluxe Two-Player Home Arcade Machine lets fans recreate the classic 1990s basketball game at home. It includes NBA Jam, NBA Tournament Edition and NBA Jam Hang Time, offering nostalgic gameplay for one or two players without requiring coins. The cabinet stands over five feet tall, features a 17-inch colour screen,…
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NBA’s Kevin Durant brushes off Enes Kanter Freedom’s WNBA trans debate: ‘I don’t give a f—‘
Kevin Durant has dismissed the WNBA’s debate over gender eligibility, saying he is more focused on the league’s growth, visibility and commercial success. Speaking at Houston Rockets Media Day, Durant said he understood the campaign’s message but did not want politics to distract from the sport’s progress. Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce…
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Darren Rovell shows off one his favorite Knicks memorabilia items, which includes notorious Menendez brothers
Sports memorabilia collector Darren Rovell possesses a 1990-91 NBA Hoops trading card of Mark Jackson that has gained notoriety for featuring the Menendez brothers sitting courtside in the background. This is notable because Erik and Lyle Menendez are convicted murderers serving sentences of 50 years to life for killing their parents. The striking detail is…
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Steven Adams predicts NBA-wide slump after GTA 6 launch
Houston Rockets centre Steven Adams issued a humorous warning at the team’s media day that Grand Theft Auto 6’s November 19th launch will cause a league-wide performance dip across the NBA and other professional sports. The 12-year veteran predicted that players, coaches and scouts will be distracted by the highly anticipated video game release, affecting…
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Andreessen Horowitz unveils free startup academy with $42m backing
Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz has announced the creation of the Horowitz Andreessen Academy, a new educational initiative designed to serve as a pipeline for young people to build or join Silicon Valley startups. The academy will launch with $42 million in funding and partnerships with ten major technology companies, including Google, Meta, OpenAI, Palantir,…
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Krill Announce First Album in 10 Years, Secret Language
Boston-formed indie rock band Krill have announced Secret Language, their first album in a decade, due out on 13 November through Exploding in Sound. The announcement confirms the group’s return following a reunion in Chicago, with the new single “Dominate” addressing competition, violence and the cultural influence of American power narratives. Krill split in 2015…
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Aston Villa grab victory despite late Spurs goals as De Zerbi’s side are booed off
Aston Villa secured their first Premier League victory of the season by defeating Tottenham, whose late goals could not prevent another damaging loss. Spurs’ strong opening faded as Villa defended resolutely and exploited counterattacking opportunities, leaving home supporters to boo their team off. Zion Suzuki made several important early saves for Villa, while Johan Manzambi…