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Why we need ‘Human Reserved’ jobs, says Bill Gates—and how we can combat the worst of the AI upheaval

"This unprecedented technology demands an unprecedented global response," Bill Gates wrote in a 6,000-word memo.

Farewell, Dr Frank-N-Furter: why Tim Curry’s Rocky Horror Show will go on

The versatile stage performer will always be remembered for his defining film role in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which turned him into an icon of 70s underground cinema and proto-punk. Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Stephen King’s It, dies aged 80. Tim Curry on sexuality, surviving a stroke and 50 years of stardom. Clowns, corsets and kings – a life in pictures.

Nvidia earnings takeaways: Huang forecasts 70% fiscal 2028 revenue growth, far above estimates

Nvidia reported better-than-expected results and issued guidance that sailed past analyst estimates.

Nuclear Power Will Fuel the Shipping Industry, Chris Wright Predicts

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said that nuclear energy will power not only artificial intelligence, but also ships transporting goods across the globe.

Mel Brooks’ 20 favorite films to be screened in LA for 100th birthday

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Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations

August 26, 2026 / 10:18 AM EDT / CBS News

With the end of physical media in sight, gamers have had enough

An increasing tension between players and publishers about ownership of titles could lead to a divestment from the system the big companies are trying to enforce

Meta settles social media addiction suit with states for up to $17.1 billion

Updated on: August 26, 2026 / 7:53 PM EDT / CBS News

Meta agrees to major changes to Facebook and Instagram as it settles US trial over teen addiction for up to $17bn

US tech giant agrees to establish further protections for teens such as daily usage limits and blocks on nighttime use

Bill Gates warns ‘there is no plan’ for the ‘upheaval’ AI will cause

Bill Gates warned governments are not adequately preparing for how AI could displace workers, strain social systems and create global risks.

Why Was This ‘Looney Tunes’ Movie Almost Shelved for Good?

The director of Coyote vs. Acme wants to make sense of the film’s near death.

Vholume review

PC; Nathan Grange, Léonard Lemaitre, Niels Tiercelin, IronEqualRace across impossible dystopian cityscapes in this exhilarating game of wall-runs, death-chancing leaps and split-second improvisation