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GTA VI Skips Disc Release for Digital Only

Grand Theft Auto VI won't be available on disc when it launches November 19th; players will only get a download code in the box. This decision reflects broader industry trends: Sony announced last year that starting January 2028, no new PlayStation games will come with physical discs. Digital sales now account for 54.6% of Nintendo's game revenue and 85% on PS4/PS5. The shift raises concerns about access to digital content as storefronts can be shut down or pulled.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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Mosquitoes Spread Diseases as Climate Warms in New England

Climate change is pushing tropical mosquito species into traditionally cooler areas like New England, increasing the risk of diseases such as dengue and Zika. Connecticut's statewide monitoring program has identified 54 different mosquito species, including invasive ones capable of transmitting serious illnesses. This shift impacts public health efforts and highlights the need for better national surveillance to track these changes.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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Solar Car Challenge Celebrates 30th Year With New Cruiser Division

This year's Solar Car Challenge celebrates its 30th anniversary with an exciting addition: the cruiser division, where teams must build solar-powered cars that can seat four people. The event challenges high school students to design, construct, and race their vehicles over a grueling 630-mile trek across Texas in five days. This unique competition not only fosters STEM education but also showcases practical applications of renewable energy technologies. Since its inception in 1993, the challenge has engaged over 85,000 students from 39 states and multiple countries.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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Spotify's New Layout and Video Defaults Confuse Users

Spotify has rolled out a new user interface that includes multiple panels and a layout that confuses users. The app also defaults to playing music videos in the background, which often feature different audio from the original tracks. This decision upset many listeners who prefer album versions of songs. Spotify now offers toggles within settings for disabling these features on both desktop and mobile apps.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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Anker and Shargeek Power Banks Top the Charts

Anker's new Laptop Power Bank and ShargeShargeek's 170 Power Bank are setting a new standard in portable chargers. The Anker model boasts a massive 25,000-mAh capacity and can deliver up to 165 watts to two devices simultaneously. If you're traveling with multiple high-power gadgets like laptops or tablets, this is a must-have. ShargeShargeek's offering isn't far behind, packing a 24,000-mAh battery that can output an impressive 170 watts and recharge in just one hour via USB-C at up to 140 watts. Both models come with advanced features like smart displays showing real-time stats and IP66 water resistance for peace of mind. If you're a frequent traveler or always on the go, these power banks are game-changers.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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Home Server Rebuild Minimizes SD Card Writes

The author of this rebuild faced issues installing Linux on NixOS due to an aging microSD card used in a Raspberry Pi 4B. The card had been running almost non-stop for years, leading to unexpected failures during the installation process. To prevent future issues, they set out to minimize writes to the microSD card and ensure data redundancy. Key steps included enabling zram swap but not /tmp, configuring journald logs in memory, disabling atime on the SD card, and using two old HDDs for a btrfs raid1 pool named ポンコツ (piece of junk). This setup ensures important data is backed up while extending microSD lifespan.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

Researchers found that using AI advice significantly reduces honesty in admitting ignorance. Participants went from a baseline of 30% confidence to 76% when given unreliable AI answers, even for questions where the model failed. Accuracy plummeted to just 9%. This study highlights the need for better AI literacy and education policies.

Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read

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