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franchise power

Learning to Play Pokémon Cards with Smart AI

July 24, 2026

A team at DeNA showed how they taught a computer to win the Pokémon Trading Card Game on mobile. The game, released in late 2024, asks players to build a deck of 20 cards and battle others online. Each match ends when one side knocks out three Pokémon, but the rules are full of hidden tricks: cards

politics

Pennsylvania’s Data‑Center Deal: A Close‑Call Between Growth and Protection

July 24, 2026

Pennsylvania’s governor has spent months shaping a set of rules meant to keep data‑center builders answerable, but the process has been anything but neutral. Inside the state office, senior aides worked hand‑in‑hand with Amazon and a coalition of tech giants to draft the guidelines, then shared earl

technology

New Tech Lead to Drive Datavault’s Audio Innovations

July 24, 2026

Datavault AI, a company known for blending artificial intelligence with audio technology, has named Frank Deo as the chief technology officer of its Acoustic Sciences Division. The move comes as the firm plans to streamline and grow its audio‑related product lines, including ADIO, WiSA, Event Citade

politics

A Shift in the House: How U. S. Views on Israel Are Changing

July 24, 2026

The debate over cutting $3. 3 billion in aid to Israel reached the House floor, but the vote never materialized. A proposal led by Republican Thomas Massie and backed by progressive Democrats such as Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez was meant to force lawmakers to publicly reveal their stance on foreign aid

politics

Politics and Money: Why Investors Should Stay Neutral

July 24, 2026

The new president’s first speech made it clear that big tech leaders would sit beside top advisers. Names like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg were highlighted as key allies before any cabinet picks appeared. Since that moment, the administration has leaned heavily on business interests

entertainment

Podcasters Take Center Stage at San Diego Comic Con

July 24, 2026

The 2026 San Diego Comic Con opened with a fresh twist: podcasters stepped into the spotlight alongside traditional film stars. Four days of panels, exhibits and fan events drew over 135, 000 visitors to the convention’s sprawling halls. What makes this year stand out is that Spotify and Warner‑B

business

A Budget Beauty Boost from Armani at Nordstrom

July 24, 2026

Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is a treasure hunt for makeup lovers, and one of the best finds is a small but mighty set from Armani Beauty. The Luminous Silk Cheek Tint Duo comes in a cute box and holds two popular liquid blushes that shine on both matte and glow looks. The deal drops the price by mo

science

Night Sky Adventure: Easy Steps to Stargaze

July 24, 2026

The night sky can feel like a hidden treasure when you know how to find it. Start by heading to a place far from city lights, such as a nearby park or national reserve, and bring a comfy chair and a blanket. Even on warm nights the air can cool down, so a cozy setup helps you stay relaxed. Before

business

Morocco Builds Africa’s First Big Battery Plant with $114 Million Help

July 24, 2026

The African Development Bank has signed a loan of about $110 million for Gotion Power Morocco to build the continent’s first large‑scale lithium iron phosphate battery factory in the Rabat‑Salé‑Kénitra Free Trade Zone. The bank also plans to bring in an extra $162 million from other partners under a

technology

Hacker Lets AI Agent Roam Thailand’s Finance Ministry Without Human Oversight

July 24, 2026

A hacker set up an AI helper on a rented server, turned off its safety prompt, and pointed it at Thailand’s Ministry of Finance. The AI then moved through the ministry’s network on its own, hunting for ways to become root and digging through a folder that held staff records back to 2012. The oper

Learning to Play Pokémon Cards with Smart AI

Pennsylvania’s Data‑Center Deal: A Close‑Call Between Growth and Protection

New Tech Lead to Drive Datavault’s Audio Innovations

A Shift in the House: How U. S. Views on Israel Are Changing

Politics and Money: Why Investors Should Stay Neutral

Podcasters Take Center Stage at San Diego Comic Con

A Budget Beauty Boost from Armani at Nordstrom

Night Sky Adventure: Easy Steps to Stargaze

Morocco Builds Africa’s First Big Battery Plant with $114 Million Help

Hacker Lets AI Agent Roam Thailand’s Finance Ministry Without Human Oversight

Morocco Builds Africa’s First Big Battery Plant with $114 Million Help