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Press review · Monday, 26 October 2026
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eurogamer.net
Help, I can't stop playing Pokémon Pokopia! And it's all thanks to one very clever difference from Animal Crossing
I admit I was a bit surprised when I looked at my Pokémon Pokopia playtime on Monday and discovered I'd somehow put in …
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pushsquare.com
'This Would Have Been $30 DLC by Most Studios': Players Praise Ghost of Yotei's Free PS5 Update
"This is absolutely insane"
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techpowerup.com
AMD Sees Agent Computers as the Next Step in AI PCs
AMD has published a guide for running OpenClaw locally on Windows through two distinct hardware paths it calls "RyzenClaw" and "RadeonClaw," both built around its own silicon and designed to keep AI agent workloads off the cloud entirely. The push is part of AMD's broader "Agent Computer" narrative,...
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blogs.windows.com
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8068 (Dev Channel)
Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8068 (KB 5079464) to the Dev Channel. Changes in Dev Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (inc
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arstechnica.com
Figuring out why AIs get flummoxed by some games
When winning depends on intuiting a mathematical function, AIs come up short.
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ign.com
Your Xbox Ally X Is Due for a Crucial Performance Update in April - IGN
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whathifi.com
LG's C-series is having an identity crisis, and I couldn't be happier
Can the C-series decide if it's a mid-range or a flagship OLED TV?
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theguardian.com
Will Iran play at the 2026 World Cup? Explaining the state of play
US-Israel war with Iran has implications in the sports world, with a war of words involving Fifa leaving the team’s status unclear
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teslarati.com
Tesla adds awesome new driving feature to Model Y
Tesla is rolling out a new
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macrumors.com
Apple Says 'Hello' With New Instagram Account
Apple is already on Instagram, where it primarily shares photos and videos for its Shot on iPhone campaign, but the company is expanding its horizons. Apple today launched another Instagram account called Hello Apple (@helloapple), where it will share company news, stories, product marketing, and more. The account will showcase how Apple products inspire creativity and help to make a difference in everyday lives, and it will highlight work from Apple's creator community.
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insider-gaming.com
Xbox Gaming Copilot Coming to Consoles This Year
Microsoft has confirmed that the Gaming Copilot AI assistant is coming to current-gen Xbox consoles this year.
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hollywoodreporter.com
Oscars Predictions via Feinberg Forecast: Scott’s Final Picks
The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage projects that 'One Battle After Another' will lead the field with six wins, followed by four for 'Sinners,' three for 'Frankenstein' and two for 'KPop Demon Hunters.'
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Banksy Finally Unmasked? Reuters Investigation Claims to Reveal Graffiti Artist’s True Identity “Beyond Dispute”
Despite rumors, the U.K.'s most prolific graffiti painter is not Massive Attack frontman Robert Del Naja, according to an extensive report from the wire service.
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pushsquare.com
Poll: Has PS5's Dynamic Pricing Debacle Changed Your Relationship with the PS Store at All?
To buy or not to buy
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dailymail.co.uk
Rebel Wilson accused in legal dispute over smear websites
The Pitch Perfect star, 46, was sued by the film's producers Gregor Cameron, Vince Holden and Amanda Ghost after she made a string of accusations about the film's troubled production.
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theconversation.com
Why the next escalation in the Iran conflict could be between the US and Turkey
Washington may see the Kurds as a useful tool for confronting the Iranian regime, but such a strategy could create new tensions elsewhere in the region.
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abc7.com
Los Angeles High School placed on lockdown over report of suspects with guns
Los Angeles High School was placed on lockdown Friday afternoon following a report of an armed person near the campus.
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mashable.com
How to get the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for free at T-Mobile — no trade-in required
The new Privacy Display, excellent camera, and better-than-Apple processor makes this smartphone a great choice.
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noobfeed.com
Planet of Lana II Guide | How to Solve the Elevator Puzzle in Chapter Three | NoobFeed
You have to get an Elevator moving while you stay out of sight from the Cameras in Chapter Three of Planet of Lana II. Walk to the Door and press the Button....
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nintendolife.com
Dave The Diver's Next Major DLC Launches This June
Plus, a new physical edition is confirmed
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huffpost.com
People Are Using Red Light Therapy Devices For Hair Loss — Here’s What Experts Say
"I even bought a couple of hair pieces to wear before this,” wrote one reviewer, “but now I won't be needing them anymore, which is SO liberating!"
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techcrunch.com
The FBI is investigating malware hidden inside games hosted on Steam | TechCrunch
The FBI believes a series of video games published on Steam in the last two years were embedded with malware by the same hacker.
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cnbc.com
Mortgage rates surge to highest since September, hitting spring housing market
Mortgage rates jumped to a seven-month high Friday as war in Iran pushed bond yields higher.
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npr.org
'Scarpetta' is a captivating murder mystery — and a high-wire balancing act
Based on a series of novels by best-selling author Patricia Cornwell, Scarpetta follows two different mysteries from two different timelines. It's structurally complicated — but it all holds up.
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apnews.com
Iran soccer team pushes back on Trump comments, says 'no one can exclude' it from the World Cup
Pushing back on U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments, Iran’s national soccer team says “no one can exclude” it from playing in the men’s World Cup in the United States.
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9to5google.com
Review: I really like the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but they can't keep getting away with this
Samsung's new Galaxy S26 Ultra is undeniably a great smartphone, but they can't keep getting away with the same thing over and over again.
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androidauthority.com
Google Messages is finally rolling out a fix for its most annoying oversight
Google Messages is rolling out the ability to copy a part of a message in its latest beta update, fixing a major user annoyance.
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press.pokemon.com
MEDIA ALERT: New Pokémon Trading Card Game: <em>Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising</em> Expansion Sees Mega Greninja Facing Off with Mega Floette
MEDIA ALERT: New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Expansion Sees Mega Greninja Facing Off with Mega Floette
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purexbox.com
Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (March 12-15)
Including a big Activision title!
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gsmarena.com
Leaked info on Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 batteries brings disappointing news
Previously, we heard that the Z Flip8 will not bring a camera upgrade - the Z Flip7 didn't either. With the Galaxy S26 series launch behind its back,...
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sammobile.com
Samsung lists apps that work directly via satellite on Galaxy phones
Samsung has started listing apps that work directly via a satellite connection on compatible Galaxy phones in select countries and markets.
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gameinformer.com
The Coolest Games We Saw At GDC 2026
San Francisco plays host to the Game Developers Conference every year, and with it, comes a bunch of new looks at upcoming games.
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josephwriteranderson.com
Get Exclusive Perfect Order Promo Cards at a Store Near You — Joseph Writer Anderson
What better way is there to celebrate the release of the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order on March 27, 2026 than by picking up one of these exclusive promos as an added gift in store! The Pokemon Company International has revealed three new promos will be getting exclusive promos with stamps and availa
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blog.google
How we’re reimagining Maps with Gemini
Google Maps has two new AI features: Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation.
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socialmediatoday.com
LinkedIn updates its Feed algorithm
A series of revamped systems will cater more effectively to user interests and better understand contextual relevance.
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iPhone Fold: 5 Things We Learned This Week About Apple's Foldable
It's been a big week for foldable iPhone rumors. In case you missed any of them, here are five developments that we've covered over the last few days. Apple is expected to launch the iPhone Fold this September. For everything else we know, be sure to check out our dedicated roundup.
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nfl.com
Five intriguing developments from first week of 2026 NFL free agency
The opening wave of free agency provided some stunning moves -- and non-moves -- as NFL teams continued to build their rosters for the 2026 NFL season. Marc Ross, our resident front office guru, spotlights the most intriguing developments.
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nbcnews.com
Old Dominion gunman stabbed by ROTC student during attack, sources say
The assailant, identified as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, opened fire on the class before he was stabbed by a student, law enforcement officials told NBC News.
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thebulwark.com
Trump to America: Thank Me for Your Gas Bill
Higher prices = more money, according to the president.
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press.asus.com
ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces New Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen2, XG27ACDMS, and XG27AQDMES Monitors
ROG unveils new Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen2, XG27ACDMS, and XG27AQDMES 27" QHD gaming monitors. Experience elite OLED performance, 240Hz/280Hz, 0.03ms GTG, and OLED Care Pro for breathtaking visuals. Subscribe to ASUS Pressroom for the latest tech updates!
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androidauthority.com
I reviewed the Google Pixel 10a — and it's the only $500 phone you should buy in 2026
The Google Pixel 10a is here. It's bright red, extremely similar to the Pixel 9a, and the best budget phone you can buy right now.
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Samsung's mobile division could see first-ever loss in a bleak smartphone market
As the smartphone market’s immediate future continues to look quite bleak, Samsung’s mobile division could apparently be facing its first-ever...
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How a Catch-a-Predator Sting Nabbed a Right-Wing Hatemonger
Was Jake Lang evaluating a teenage girl for a bikinis-and-burkas protest? Or was something more lecherous at play?
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nintendowire.com
Pokémon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside one hour
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nintendo.com
By Director Mr Sakurai, Kirby Air Riders: Development Insights — Part 2 - News - Nintendo Official Site
Join Kirby Air Riders director Masahiro Sakurai as he shares insights into the development and details behind some of the game's modes and features. Check out the rest of the interview Part 1: Air Ride and Top Ride Part 2: Cramming everything into S…
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Parallels Confirms MacBook Neo Can Run Windows in a Virtual Machine
Parallels Desktop virtualization software is compatible with the new MacBook Neo, according to an update from the company – but Windows VM performance will depend on your intended use case. From Parallels' updated knowledge base article: Parallels Desktop runs on MacBook Neo in basic usability testing. The Parallels Engineering team has completed initial testing and confirmed that Parallels Desktop installs and virtual machines operate stably on MacBook Neo.
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newser.com
Tourist Filmed Missile Strike in Dubai, Then Got Charged
UAE cybercrime charges have been lobbed against at least 20
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11-year-old boy facing murder charges in 5-year-old brother's death: Colorado officials
The suspect in the death of a 5-year-old boy in Colorado is his 11-year-old brother, local police said Wednesday.
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carscoops.com
Porsche's Hybrid 911 Turbo S Hits 60 In 2.0 Seconds, Then The ZR1X Enters The Chat | Carscoops
The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S hybrid just posted a wild run in C&D testing, though the scoreboard changes once speeds climb
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bgr.com
Why There's Simply No Need For Phone Cases Anymore - BGR
While phone cases have been a staple among most users, modern devices don't really require one due to better durability and warranties that also cover damage.