Technology
Meta drops Instagram AI image feature after backlash over public accounts
Meta has shut down its Meta AI image feature that let users generate pictures by referencing public Instagram accounts following industry backlash.
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Health
What a resting heart rate can tell you about your health
A resting heart rate consistently above 100 beats per minute can signal underlying health issues like anemia, stress, or heart conditions.
Technology
More than 554,000 Kobalt yard tools recalled over USB-C battery fire risk
Greenworks recalls 554,000 Kobalt 24V and 48V yard tools sold at Lowe's due to USB-C batteries that can short-circuit and catch fire.
Technology
Apple pushes iPhone, iPad and Mac security fixes early as AI speeds hacking
Apple released iOS 26.5.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 early for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users, warning that AI is helping attackers develop tools faster.
Transportation
What travelers need to know about Hollywood Burbank Airport’s $1.3 billion terminal replacement
The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority's new Hollywood Burbank Airport terminal is set to open in October 2026 with updated parking.
Technology
Why OpenAI’s newest model is on a short leash after a White House cyber review
OpenAI is limiting its new GPT-5.6 Sol model to a small group of trusted partners after the Trump administration requested a cybersecurity review.
Weather
NOAA says El Niño is already here and expected to strengthen into winter 2026-27
NOAA issues an El Niño advisory for Washington DC through winter 2026-27. Check local flood and winter outlooks now to prepare.
Business and Finance
Starship is moving campus delivery robots into cities. Here’s what that changes.
Starship Technologies is moving 1,200 delivery robots off U.S. college campuses to focus on urban grocery and restaurant deliveries.
Environment
San Luis Obispo County weighs ocean desalination as a future water source
San Luis Obispo County and 16 partners launch a Phase 1 feasibility study to explore ocean desalination as a long-term regional water source.
Technology
Unexpected envelope in the mailbox? Federal agencies say do not scan the QR code
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service and FTC are warning Americans about brushing scams involving unexpected packages containing malicious QR codes.