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Inside devastated frontline city that Russia wants Ukraine to give up
Image caption, Ukraine's Peaky Blinders drone unit wear flat caps, a nod to the cult TV series from which they take their name The dangers in Slovyansk are clear from the start. If I say run, you run, Tetiana tells us. She and her colleague Yasha are escorting us into a city now under constant bombardment from Russian drones, missiles and glide bombs. It is raining and cloudy as we enter the city, and our military escorts call this good weather, meaning it is bad for drones. But the threat is still there, and Yasha keeps his eyes peeled on the skies, while 21-year-old Tetiana scours her phone for the latest military intelligence on likely threats from the air.
Amazon unveils Ring drone that patrols rooms, hunts down intruders and records suspicious activity day or night
You're viewing the US edition You can switch to the UK, AU or IE homepage at any time using this menu. Mystery as top Boston cardiologist, 44, who's married dad-of-two is found dead after biking through quiet cow pasture 15 miles from his $2m home Inside Russell Brand's first 24 HOURS in prison: Disgraced comedian isn't seeing the funny side as he faces full force of prison abuse, sources reveal Pete Hegseth's downfall begins: 'Stubborn' defense secretary believes God wants him to run the Pentagon... but insiders holding a lethal dossier of secrets are'giddy' with excitement as his path to destruction is revealed KATIE HIND: When you hear MY stories about David Walliams, you'll understand my relief that he's finally been unmasked Lost video of JFK Jr's plane wreck: Grim diver view reveals unspeakable truth about his mutilated body... harrowing late discovery about Carolyn's fate... and vile accusations about lobstermen AMANDA PLATELL: Listening to Russell Brand's victims in court was distressing enough. But there's something else about the behaviour of him and his wife that has sickened me to my soul... Married Nvidia boss Jensen Huang's suspected Chinese spy mistress summoned him to bar and caressed him at dinner, with AI giant engulfed by crisis after initially denying affair Nerdy Modern Family actress fled Hollywood after execs blacklisted her for'trampy' mistake... now Ariel Winter is desperate to return, but the bitchy LA set are still saying the nastiest things High-flying Hamptons lawyer scandalizes New York's elite as sickening discovery is allegedly found on his work laptop during routine IT update I'm in my 50s and at least four of my friends are cheating on their husbands. Woman beaten to death on MSC cruise ship cabin by partner after fight in restaurant caused him to'snap', FBI alleges The voters who brought MAGA to its knees: New findings lay bare fury over Republican betrayal and corruption... that now threaten to put a Democrat in the White House Succession-style family feud goes nuclear: Insiders reveal'greedy' Washington siblings fought over dying father's billion-dollar fortune... before plot to oust his heir brutally backfired America's food supply under threat as FBI warns of new cyberattacks that could hit grocery stores nationwide Gavin Newsom has spared our daughter's killer - and made a mockery of her life: Parents of woman butchered by depraved murderer detail unimaginable agony after governor commutes death row inmates More than a decade after transforming doorbells into security cameras, Amazon has unveiled a flying robot that can patrol your home on command. The £187 gadget, called the Ring Drone Cam, is part of a new range of autonomous security devices launched by the tech giant's Ring division.
Aomei Backupper Standard 8.5 review: Free and surprisingly capable backup
The Dell Laptop Buying Guide 2026: Which XPS or Alienware Laptop Should You Buy? The Dell Laptop Buying Guide UK: Which Dell Laptop Should You Buy? When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. If you don't mind an ad here and there, this more-than-capable version of Backupper backs up files and disks for zero coin. The startlingly capable Standard version of Aomei Backupper will meet most users' needs for zero coin and only a few "buy me" nags. But the boot media is difficult to create and requires lowering BIOS security standards.
Ring is launching an indoor home security drone, new Rover Cam robot
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Robot Talk Episode 169 – Robot sensing inspired by nature, with Dexter Shepherd
Claire chatted to Dexter Shepherd from the University of Sussex about using artificial intelligence to help robots understand and adapt to their environment. Dexter Shepherd is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Sussex, exploring machine learning for bio-inspired tactile sensing and robotic locomotion. His work combines embedded AI systems, spatial-temporal models, and reinforcement learning to enable robots to classify textures, orient themselves, and adapt their movements. Beyond his research, Dexter leads and coordinates AI training initiatives in Africa with making electronics and applying AI on embedded devices. Robot Talk is a weekly podcast that explores the exciting world of robotics, artificial intelligence and autonomous machines.
Microsoft kills built-in PC-to-PC transfers in Windows 11
The Dell Laptop Buying Guide 2026: Which XPS or Alienware Laptop Should You Buy? The Dell Laptop Buying Guide UK: Which Dell Laptop Should You Buy? When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The simplest way to migrate from an old Windows PC to a new one is no longer available. Instead, Microsoft recommends a new tool, which has significant drawbacks.
A Chinese team made a big splash with a drone swarm world record
Researchers have set a record for the largest swarm of underwater drones in history. Officially recognized by Guinness World Records, the trial saw 116 TH-618 drones deployed in a 164 ft by 65 ft pool, where they autonomously executed a series of formations and maneuvers. The August 2026 test has strong ties to the People's Republic of China's military pipeline. It was conducted by researchers at Northwestern Polytechnical University, an institution designated by the US government as a developer of technologies for the People's Liberation Army (PLA). The university conducted the experiment in conjunction with Xi'an Tianhe Maritime Technologies, a subsidiary of defense contractor Xian Tianhe Defense Technology.
Ninja's Creami Scoop & Swirl just hit its lowest price ever ( 70 off)
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Windows 11 might be getting a central hub for app updates
PCWorld notes that Windows 11 may be getting a centralized hub for managing app updates, expected to arrive with the Windows 11 26H2 update. The feature uses the Windows Update Orchestration Platform and targets apps installed outside the Microsoft Store, helping users avoid missing critical security patches. Developers must opt in manually, and full functionality with a confirmed release date for all users remains unconfirmed. Most Windows programs use their own systems to check for and install updates. However, this can result in an annoying number of reminders.