Near Nigeria's capital Abuja, Chinese firm Green Agriculture West Africa Limited is transforming local subsistence farming with high-yielding rice strains, boosting farmer incomes.
A leaked document reveals Microsoft's plans to bring Xbox 360 games to PC, next-gen Project Helix, and handhelds, with a gradual rollout from 2027-2028. It also details a disc-to-digital program for Xbox One/Series games, allowing license transfer upon disc sale.
Teenage Socceroo Lucas Herrington is reportedly close to a record-breaking transfer to Premier League club Hull City from MLS's Colorado Rapids. The deal, estimated between $35M-$38M, would surpass Harry Souttar's $23M Australian transfer record, with Hull City owner Acun Ilicali confirming interest and a decision expected within a week.
Amazon is integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into Prime Video via a new "Games" tab on Fire TV, targeting casual users with titles like Fallout 4 and Hogwarts Legacy, and promoting tie-in games for its IP.
The final album, "The Final Painting," by under-the-radar US psych-folk artist Ed Askew, who died a year ago at 84, is being released posthumously this month. Askew's unique artistry influenced contemporary musicians like Bill Callahan and Sharon Van Etten, despite his lack of mainstream acclaim.
João Gomes has completed a £38m transfer to Aston Villa from Wolves, while Morgan Rogers is reportedly close to a £117m move to Chelsea. Manchester United is targeting Lewis Hall and Antonee Robinson for left-back, seeking a third midfielder, and has signed Tynan Thompson from Tottenham. Lisandro Martínez sustained an injury.
The Oura Ring 5 offers a smaller, lighter design and new software features, but reviewers suggest existing Oura users likely don't need to upgrade as the core functionality and sensors remain the same as the previous generation. The new model is primarily an aesthetic update, with the same battery life and software features available on the Ring 4. Concerns include data overload, limited sizing options, and the charging case being a separate purchase.
Engineers have developed tiny, tattoo-like leaf sensors and stretchable stem bands that provide real-time data on crop health, detecting stress from water shortage, disease, or nutrient imbalances days before visible signs appear. Powered by plant moisture evaporation, these wearables offer a direct 'plant's-eye view' to help farmers manage crops more effectively.
Argentina's football team secured a 3-2 victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup round of 16, with three late goals completing a dramatic comeback. Celebrations ensued in the dressing room, featuring their new anthem, 'La cuarta estrella'.
Google will host its "Made by Google" Pixel hardware launch event on August 12th in New York City at 6 PM ET. Leaks suggest the Pixel 11 family may feature slimmer bezels, a gold color option, and thinner designs for Pro and Fold models.
A prominent Gaza doctor, Hussam Abu Safiya, is reportedly unrecognisable and critically ill after 18 months in Israeli detention without charge, his lawyer states, fearing for his life. This comes amid broader Israeli attacks on Palestinian healthcare, including a baby's death due to checkpoint delays.
The US Department of Energy has removed approximately 6,000 web pages on energy conservation, including topics like water conservation and solar energy. This action, occurring during a heatwave, follows Republican criticism of a mayor's request to conserve energy. Archivists are working to preserve the deleted content.
Once a vibrant desert stop for travelers, Primm, Nevada, is making a comeback attempt. After years of decline due to increased casino competition, the Primm family and Terrible's convenience store chain are investing to revive the near-ghost town, drawing inspiration from Las Vegas's reinvention.
微軟Xbox正秘密開發「Disc-to-Digital」功能，允許玩家將Xbox One和Series X/S實體遊戲轉換為數位版。此功能與實體光碟連動，可支援雲端遊玩及PC平台，但部分早期光碟可能不支援。此舉被視為對應Sony停售PS實體光碟的策略。
Assa Abloy has laid off most of Level Home's staff and is integrating the smart lock company into Kwikset, an internal source told The Verge. While founders are departing, Assa Abloy states it will continue to develop and support Level locks, despite concerns about customer base preservation.
The US Men's National Team lost their final World Cup group stage match against Turkey 3-2 due to a late goal, despite having already secured a spot in the round of 32. Players like Auston Trusty and Sebastian Berhalter remain confident, shifting focus to their upcoming knockout game against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Bay Area.
Ecuador's coach Sebastian Beccacece celebrated an emotional 2-1 victory against Germany, securing a spot in the World Cup knockout stages for the second time in history. Beccacece, who had faced pressure to resign, praised his team's fighting spirit after a turbulent campaign.
The NY-12 Congressional primary sees a clash of tech billionaires through super PACs, with $27.83 million spent to influence the race, particularly around AI safety policies and candidate Alex Bores.
Elliot Anderson, a 23-year-old English midfielder, rises from Tyneside schoolboy football to the World Cup stage, with a potential record-breaking £120m+ move to Manchester City looming after Nottingham Forest rejected an initial offer.
Australia secured a dominant 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the T20 Women's World Cup. Beth Mooney, who scored an unbeaten 74, retired hurt with back stiffness but downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.
The Verge's Installer newsletter covers new tech like Toy Story 5's screentime themes, Lettera markdown editor, PopSockets Low-Pro Grip, Mastodon 4.6, Snap Specs, Android 17, VSCO Studio Pro, and Microsoft Surface Laptop 8. It also features new Verge producer Josh Cajas's homescreen and app usage, plus community recommendations.
Far-right presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella is leading in polls ahead of Colombia's run-off election. A former defense lawyer, his radical security proposals, including mega-prisons and aerial fumigation, draw comparisons to Trump and Bukele, potentially marking a significant shift in Colombian politics.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde stated the Shiv Sena (UBT) revolt is a 'trailer' for a larger political shift. Six of Shiv Sena (UBT)'s nine Lok Sabha MPs sought recognition as a separate group, citing ideological concerns and a potential merger with Congress. The dissidents are expected to join Shinde's faction.
Fox's acquisition of Roku is poised to reshape the streaming landscape. Expect The Roku Channel to become exclusive to Roku devices, IoT efforts to be phased out, and a potential surge for the budget streamer Howdy. International expansion and sports content integration are also key future developments.
