Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Young Italian voters are turning away from Giorgia Meloni's government a year before national elections. Polls show under-35s now strongly favor the center-left opposition, while Meloni's coalition dips below 30% in that age group. Analysts point to a lack of economic reforms and security policies that disproportionately target the young. The shift could prove decisive in a tight 2027 race.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Claudia Sheinbaum a proposé de rebaptiser le Paso de Cortés, entre les volcans Popocatépetl et Iztaccíhuatl, en l'honneur des peuples indigènes. Une initiative qui s'inscrit dans la politique mexicaine de réhabilitation du passé préhispanique, après le renommage de l'arbre de la nuit victorieuse et les demandes d'excuses à l'Espagne.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A new Quaest poll shows Brazilian President Lula leading Senator Flávio Bolsonaro by just three points in a hypothetical runoff, within the margin of error. The race has narrowed significantly since early August, with right-wing voters rallying around Flávio after Jair Bolsonaro's disqualification. Lula's campaign focuses on national sovereignty and protecting Brazil's strategic minerals from foreign influence.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Litter-Robot 5 Pro is an impressive automatic litter box, but its AI-powered health tracking is not worth the premium. After six months with two cats, facial recognition and waste identification repeatedly failed. Here's what we recommend instead.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Peak Design’s new City Line bags are defined by a clever integrated hook called BagLev, which keeps them off dirty floors and tabletops. The 12L City Crescent crossbody and 15L City Backpack are lightweight, water-resistant, and full of thoughtful touches. After weeks of testing in France, the hook has become the standout feature, making older hookless bags feel less capable. Both bags offer excellent everyday carry options, though the Backpack’s hook is slightly less versatile.
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Aug 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Surveillance company Flock is changing its policies after reports that police officers used its license plate tracking tools to stalk ex-partners. The company will now require Audit Assistance, enforce case codes for searches, and shorten data retention from 30 days to seven. The ACLU remains skeptical, saying the changes may be more about public relations than real harm reduction.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple TV has doubled its film library with more than a dozen classic movies for subscribers. The streamer is also set to release six new films this fall, mixing action and awards fare. Titles include Mayday, Matchbox, Tenzing, and Way of the Warrior Kid. Subscribers can access all of these with a standard Apple TV subscription.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
watchOS 27 doesn't add any new Apple Watch faces yet, but one existing face is winning fans. Modular Ultra can be configured with a huge amount of data or stripped back for clarity. A simpler layout with large seconds, weather, and activity rings offers a calmer day-to-day experience.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple has submitted its formal proposal to the court overseeing the Epic Games case, suggesting new commission rates for purchases made outside the App Store. The plan includes a 15% fee for standard apps, 10% for partner programs, and 5% for small business developers. The proposal follows the Supreme Court's decision to allow lower-court proceedings to continue. Epic has already criticized the rates, arguing that Apple's own analysis supports a 0% commission.
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