Birdsong and whale song show patterns similar to human language
An international team of researchers has uncovered a previously undetected structure in the birdsong of Bengalese finches that has the same statistical patterns found in human languages.
'What a Relief' — Sadie Sink Finally Discusses Secret Spider-Man Role, Teases Conversations With Marvel for What's Next
Warning! Spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day follow.
Sadie Sink has finally opened up about her mystery role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and it sounds like she's already had conversations with X-Men director Jake Schreier about what's next.
One Day Cup: Benkenstein's superb 140 for Essex downs Glamorgan
MetroBank One Day Cup, Cardiff
Essex 312 (47.1 overs): Benkenstein 140, Thain 76; Douthwaite 3-57
Glamorgan 309-7 (50 overs): Van der Gugten 118*, Horton 85; Snater 3-49
Essex won by 3 runs
Trump teased an Iran deal that didn't come, but markets soared. Here’s why it keeps happening
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on Aug. 6, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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The Trump administration this week sparked enthusiasm that the U.S. and Iran could soon strike a deal on the Strait of Hormuz, driving down oil prices and sending stocks soaring — only for no deal to emerge.
French officers halted small boats at sea 10 times since spring
The French authorities have halted small boats at sea in the Channel on 10 occasions since the spring, officials said on Friday.
Despite claims from the Conservatives and Reform that the French were refusing to intervene in small boat crossings, maritime prefect officers were using “intervention tactics” to board or control vessels at sea and take asylum seekers back to France.
Vinicius Junior: Arsenal target signs Real Madrid contract extension to end uncertainty over future
Vinicius Junior has signed a new six-year Real Madrid contract to put an end to Arsenal's pursuit of the forward.
Sky Sports News has been reporting for more than a week that Vinicius would stay at Real Madrid.
Gianni Infantino: Players union FIFPRO slams FIFA and 'abuse of presidential power' as UEFA doubles down on boycott
The world players' union FIFPRO has condemned Gianni Infantino's "abuse of presidential power" and called for change at the top of FIFA following his botched World Cup stake sale plans.
Jagiellonia Bialystok 2-1 Rangers: Derek McInnes' side miss late chances as Europa League qualifying hopes dealt blow
Derek McInnes is still looking for his first win as Rangers manager after they fell to a 2-1 defeat to Jagiellonia Bialystok in Europa League qualifying.
McInnes made five changes from their Premiership draw with Dundee United and they made the dream start in Poland as Guilherme Montoia's own goal put them 1-0 up.
Perez Hilton’s Kids Were Evacuated During Blogger’s Graphic Livestream; Family Confirms ‘He Is Able to Communicate’ After Hospitalization
Perez Hilton‘s family released a new statement Thursday that revealed the celebrity blogger’s children were evacuated from his home alongside his sister and niece amid his disturbing TikTok livestream that broadcast Tuesday evening. Hilton appeared to self harm during the live stream and was subsequently hospitalized. His TikTok account has since been banned from the platform.
AI is now making new viruses - Engadget
What could possibly go wrong?
Did we learn nothing from sci-fi? A study published in Science (via The New York Times) details how researchers used an AI model to design new viruses capable of infecting and reproducing inside bacteria. The good news: they took appropriate precautions, and their work could lead to breakthroughs in gene therapy and biotechnology. The bad news: the next guys might not be so generous.