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‘Adversarial clothing’: are garments designed to confuse facial recognition systems about to go mainstream?
Designers say that as well as offering a degree of protection from surveillance, their clothes make a powerful fashion statement about the importance of privacyAs facial recognition technology is rolled out across Britain’s public spaces, a new generation of designers say privacy could be the next big fashion trend.Companies have started incorporating “adversarial patterns” in their garments – carefully designed arrangements of shapes, colours and repeated motifs said to exploit weaknesses in so...
Federal Reserve looks for 'secret sauce' behind a successful Wisconsin tool maker
Business is booming for Snap-on, a Wisconsin company that has made tools for professional mechanics for more than a century. It recently got a fact-finding visit from the head of the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank. (Image credit: Scott Horsley)
Kalshi says it's not a sportsbook even as World Cup bets surge
The betting site Kalshi emerged as a dominant sports betting platform during the World Cup. But the company avoids billions of dollars in taxes by insisting it is not a sports gambling operator.(Image credit: Erin Hooley/AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
Republican campaigns see immigration as a winning issue for midterms
Republicans are spending more money and running more ads on immigration than Democrats are ahead of the November midterm elections, according to an NPR analysis of advertisement data.(Image credit: Joseph Prezioso)
Why India's first hydrogen train is special - explained
With the launch of a hydrogen train, India has undoubtedly taken a big leap in the sphere of greener transportation. India’s first hydrogen-powered train has 10 coaches, with the capacity to carry 2,600 passengers. It will run between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana.
Kamaru Usman eyes one more run at UFC gold ahead of Dricus Du Plessis showdown
Kamaru Usman believes victory over former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis could move him one step closer to another UFC title. In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, the former welterweight champion reflects on his lengthy layoff, his pursuit of a second world title, the challenge posed by Du Plessis, why every fight now has to be meaningful, and what he wants people to remember about his career.
Palm Beach County rejects decade old 'Project Tango' AI data center proposal
Palm Beach County commissioners rejected an AI data center expansion proposal after a lengthy public hearing. Residents voiced significant concerns regarding noise, water, and electricity demands from the development. The proposed "Project Tango" expansion was voted down by a margin of five to one. Developer PBA Holdings Inc. stated that some project approvals remain unaffected by this decision.
'Ghost font': The font humans can read but AI can't
An American designer has developed a unique font that humans can read. This innovative font relies on a motion-based optical illusion to display hidden text. Advanced artificial intelligence systems have struggled to decipher the concealed messages accurately. The creator believes this technology could enhance security measures like CAPTCHAs and watermarking. This development highlights a current difference in human and AI visual processing capabilities.
Crops wait as monsoon plays truant in Telangana
Delayed monsoon rains have slowed Telangana's farm activity to its lowest levels. Paddy cultivation is the biggest casualty of the uneven rainfall pattern this season. Farmers are holding back from transplanting, waiting for sustained showers to begin. Sowing has covered only 45.4% of the normal cultivated area as of July 14. Telangana received 158.4 mm rainfall against the normal 228 mm, a deficit of 30%.
Russia is the only winner from Ukraine's internal war
An extraordinary rupture at the heart of Ukraine's top war-fighting team is a dangerous moment for the country that can only benefit Russia.
Ram Mandir donation theft: SIT seeks more time for probe, likely to submit report to SC
The Special Investigation Team probing Ram Temple donations seeks more time. An interim report will be submitted directly to the Supreme Court on Monday. The SIT was formed at the request of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. An earlier report led to eight arrests and recovery of nearly eighty lakh rupees. The Trust will meet on July twenty-second to discuss findings and measures.
Father and son reminisce on their high-flying sport
NPR LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Father and son reminisce on their high-flying sport July 17, 20264:41 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Max Jungreis Father and son reminisce on their high-flying sport Audio will be available later today.
'Modi thinks way in advance': PM says Hormuz crisis didn't affect railways
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated Indian Railways' rapid electrification aids national energy security. Electrification over twelve years prevented a standstill during Middle East crises. Less than thirty percent of the rail network was electrified before 2014. Nearly ninety-nine percent of India's rail network is now electrified. This transformation ensures uninterrupted train operations despite global energy challenges.
Weather tracker: Thunderstorms strike across Europe amid record heatwave
Storms are typical during intense heat but this week’s have been extreme. Plus, deadly monsoon rains in BangladeshHailstones the size of golf balls have been seen in French villages as, on top of the exceptional European heatwave, thunderstorms struck across certain parts of Europe.While thunderstorms are typical during and after a period of extreme heat, the storms across countries like France, Germany and Poland have been particularly severe and have brought flooding, strong winds and heavy sh...
Microplastics reach remote ecosystem as Indian Ocean animals show high levels
Microplastics have infiltrated remote deep-sea hydrothermal vent ecosystems globally. A recent study found microplastics in ninety-two percent of examined deep-sea animals. Polystyrene was the most frequently detected polymer among the plastic particles found. Feeding behavior influenced microplastic accumulation within the animals' bodies. Animals from the Indian Ocean showed significantly higher microplastic concentrations than Pacific specimens.
Has Trump's Pakistan reset failed? Why Islamabad still leans towards China
In October 2011, Hillary Clinton stood in Islamabad next to Pakistan's foreign minister and delivered one of the most quoted warnings in the history of US-Pakistan relations. A country that keeps snakes in its backyard, she said, cannot expect them to bite only the neighbours.
Why railways picked Jind-Sonipat route for its 1st hydrogen train
India has joined select nations operating hydrogen-powered trains with its first service. The Jind-Sonipat route was chosen for its low traffic and infrastructure availability. This 10-coach train is the longest of its kind globally. It utilizes indigenous technology and a powerful fuel-cell propulsion system. The service will eventually be extended to New Delhi.
Moira Deeming disendorsed as Victorian Liberal party candidate for upcoming state election
The party’s state executive decided MP’s fate after she withdrew her legal action against the party earlier this weekGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastVictorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming has been disendorsed ahead of the upcoming state election despite dropping an eleventh-hour legal challenge against her own party.The state party called a meeting for Friday afternoon where they voted to remove the MP as a candidate for the November election. Continue reading...
Your landlord sold the property—can the new owner evict you?
When a property is sold in India, a tenant's rental agreement does not simply disappear. The new landlord is bound by the original terms set by the previous owner. Rent hikes can only occur if specified in an escalation clause within the contract. Tenants who continue paying their old landlord post-sale remain protected, and their rights to the security deposit are preserved regardless of the ownership change.
After 8k layoffs, Meta sued by former employees claiming it used AI
Meta faces a lawsuit from 26 employees claiming AI influenced layoff selections. The workers allege AI systems unfairly targeted those on medical and parental leave. These employees argue the process violated federal and state discrimination laws. Meta denies these allegations, stating people, not AI, made workforce decisions. The lawsuit seeks to keep the employees employed during arbitration proceedings.