Microsoft patched RoguePlanet (CVE-2026-50656), a critical zero-day vulnerability in Windows Defender that allowed hackers complete system access. PCWorld reports the fix was automatically delivered through Windows Update's Malware Protection Engine to protect users from potential attacks. Security researcher Nightmare Eclipse discovered this flaw along with other Windows vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of keeping systems updated. About a month ago, the anonymous security researcher Nightmare Eclipse published information about RoguePlanet, a zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft's Defender security software. The vulnerability, officially designated CVE-2026-50656, can be exploited by hackers to gain full access to your computer.

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Drone strikes are disrupting daily life in Sudan's El Obeid, targeting fuel stations, power supplies and water infrastructure. The army says it remains in control of the strategic city, while the Rapid Support Forces continue attacks aimed at weakening its position and pressuring civilians to leave. Paramount-Warner merger: could it reshape the media? Pride despite defeat as Morocco's World Cup run ends

Mathematicians put AI to work on Fermat's last theorem At an event in London, mathematicians have made unexpectedly fast progress on formalising Fermat's last theorem using AI In the lobby of a central London hotel, tourists are bracing themselves for a day of sightseeing in a heatwave. Meanwhile, staff are resetting the dining room after breakfast. And in a windowless meeting room, assembled academics are contemplating whether humans have a role to play in the future of mathematics, now that AI can prove theorems by itself. The general mood in the room is one of bewilderment at the recent jump in computer intelligence and excitement about the potential it unlocks - and perhaps a slight unease about what the future holds for them personally. Twenty-five researchers from diverse fields and countries are here to spend a week working on formalising Fermat's last theorem with cutting-edge AI models.

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EU says Facebook and Instagram's'addictive' design is illegal EU says Facebook and Instagram's'addictive' design is illegal The European Commission says Meta's current mitigation measures can't prevent social media addiction. The European Commission says Meta did implement addictive designs for Instagram and Facebook, and it is in violation of the bloc's Digital Services Act. It started investigating the company over addiction and safety concern for minors in May 2024, focusing on features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and the apps' highly personalized recommendation systems. Now, the commission has released its preliminary findings, wherein it said that the company did not adequately assess the risks of its addictive design on the physical and mental wellbeing of users, including minors and vulnerable adults. Meta, the commission concluded, did not take into account that those aforementioned features will fuel users' urge to keep scrolling, thereby contributing to unhealthy habits and compulsive use of social media. Further, it said the company disregarded how formats like stories and reels could lead to excessive use of its services.

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PCWorld emphasizes that ergonomics is crucial for PC users to prevent repetitive stress injuries and chronic pain from prolonged computer use. Regular stretch breaks every 30-45 minutes and investing in ergonomic equipment like standing desks, vertical mice, and specialized keyboards can significantly reduce physical strain. Minor aches serve as early warnings of serious injuries, making proactive ergonomic solutions essential for long-term health and comfort. Do your hands, wrists, or shoulders ache after you get up from your PC? Don't ignore it. Those minor grumbles can be the early warning signs of serious repetitive stress injuries that can impact you for the rest of your life.

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These are the cleaning robots, water monitors, and toys actually worth buying for pool season. This is not news to anyone who owns one, but the uninitiated may not know about the inordinate amount of daily labor and chores that lie behind a pool's clear, sparkling, perfectly chlorinated (or salted) water. Luckily, pool tech has come a long way in the past decade--gone are the hours spent scooping leaves and dead bugs out of the water with a long-handled net, laboring over pH strips, and trying to relax on floaties too small for your adult-sized behind. We've now got robots that clean your pool, apps that monitor water quality from your phone, and even a slushie machine for proper pool-party margs. With gas and plane ticket prices soaring to astronomical levels, there's never been a better time for a staycation at your own pool.