Character.AI’s Teen Chatbot Crackdown + Elon Musk Groks Wikipedia + 48 Hours Without A.I.
“We are living through a dramatic contraction in the access that teenagers have to technology online.”
Month: October 2025
Exxon’s and Chevron’s Profits Fall as Oil Prices Stay Low
[But the companies and other large oil producers are continuing to increase production because drilling still remains profitable.
Cash shortage deepens Gaza’s economic despair as residents pay heavy fees to access their own money
Palestinians struggle to buy essentials while profiteers charge up to 40% to exchange salaries for cash A shortage of cash in Gaza has left Palestinians unable to spend what little money they have without falling victim to wartime profiteers. Banks, many damaged or destroyed along with homes, schools and other institutions across Gaza during two … Read more
7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
Liverpool feel pressure to end ‘crisis’ run, Man City test Bournemouth limits
Crystal Palace’s Ismaila Sarr scores their second goal. PHOTO: REUTERS LIVERPOOL: Liverpool face an in-form Aston Villa as the Premier League champions look to arrest their remarkable collapse on Saturday, while Arsenal aim to surge further clear in the title race. The Gunners hold a four-point lead over Bournemouth, who travel to Manchester City, before … Read more
Sinner and Zverev march into Paris Masters last eight
A maiden crown in the French capital will return Sinner to number one in the world rankings Jannik Sinner looks on as he plays against Argentine’s Francisco Cerundolo during their match on day four of the Paris ATP Masters 1000 at the Paris La D fense Arena in Nanterre. PHOTO: AFP PARIS: Jannik Sinner eased … Read more
How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Benefited From Rule Changes to Reach the World Cup
A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up World Cup qualification.
boxed smartphone imports in Pakistan — choice vs protection
Sealed Pixels, Nothing and gaming flagships arrive fast but buyers face PTA costs and shaky warranties A growing number of Pakistani buyers are sourcing smartphones outside official local launches. Sealed Google Pixels, Nothing phones, OnePlus flagships, ROG and Redmagic gaming devices, and boxed iPhones are being sold through parallel imports and specialist resellers. The result: … Read more
Some of Trump’s Favorite Things on Asia Trip: A Crown and ‘Vicious’ Weapons
President Trump traveled to Asia to be a statesman, a showman and a traveling salesman, depending on the audience.
How to Protect Your Teeth During Halloween
Here’s how to navigate sugar season.
