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Software fault may remove guidance during 737 MAX go-arounds
A software glitch affecting certain Boeing 737 MAX aircraft can reportedly disable automated flight-guidance functions during a go-around, forcing pilots to fly manually at low altitude and potentially in poor weather. The issue matters because it could increase workload during an already demanding phase of flight, although Boeing says it does not currently consider the…
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Sennheiser Momentum 5 review: Great sound, incredible battery life, and few compromises
Sennheiser’s Momentum 5 headphones aim to stand out in the crowded £300–£400 premium market, offering balanced sound, effective noise cancellation and strong overall performance. At $399.99, they are positioned as a cheaper alternative to Sony’s WH-1000XM6 and Apple’s AirPods Max 2, with relatively few compromises. The headphones deliver natural vocals, controlled bass and Dolby Atmos…
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The spiritual successor to classic JRPG Wild Arms has seemingly been cancelled, four years after its Kickstarter raised nearly $3 million
Armed Fantasia, a planned spiritual successor to the classic JRPG Wild Arms, has seemingly been cancelled four years after its successful Kickstarter campaign. Publisher 505 Games’ parent company, Digital Bros, reportedly discontinued the project after reviewing its progress, market prospects and the further investment required, leaving backers without the game they funded. The joint Kickstarter…
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Android emulators bring mobile apps to Windows PCs in 2026
Android apps can still be run on Windows PCs in 2026, despite Microsoft abandoning built-in Android support for Windows 11 in 2024. The article explains that emulators offer a practical way to use mobile games and apps on larger screens, with better graphics, keyboard and mouse controls, and potential benefits for developers, content creators and…
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Houses can be built on floodplains despite failing safety test, says high court
The High Court has ruled that 190 homes can be built on a north Somerset floodplain despite the development failing a key planning safety test. The decision has alarmed residents, councils, ministers and flood experts, who fear it could create a national precedent enabling similar developments across England and Wales. The site is in flood…
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What’s the Best Pet DNA Test? We Tested the Most Popular Ones
WIRED tested popular at-home cat DNA kits Basepaws and Wisdom Panel, finding that results can differ dramatically depending on sample sizes and comparison databases. The tests can provide useful health and trait information, but their breed and ancestry findings are not always definitive, raising questions about whether they justify their cost. Wisdom Panel costs $97,…
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Trump administration targets Smithsonian in escalating culture war dispute
The Smithsonian has become a major target in the Trump administration’s culture war, with the White House accusing it of promoting divisive, race-focused ideology rather than neutral historical scholarship. The dispute has intensified through executive orders, congressional hearings and threats to reduce federal support, challenging the institution’s longstanding reputation for bipartisan independence. Criticism has focused…
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Experimental browser emulator revives Apple’s unfinished Copland operating system
Apple’s abandoned Copland operating system can now be explored in a browser through an experimental Power Mac emulator. The project offers a rare look at Apple’s intended modern replacement for System 7, but also highlights why the company eventually cancelled it: Copland remained unstable and incomplete, with key features existing mainly as plans. The emulator…