Ancient boats found under a US lake could uncover a civilisation older than the Great Pyramid |

Ancient boats found under a US lake could uncover a civilisation older than the Great Pyramid |

A quiet lake in Wisconsin has just delivered one of the most jaw-dropping archaeological finds in recent US history. Researchers working with the Wisconsin Historical Society have identified 16 ancient wooden boats resting on the bottom of Lake Mendota, near Madison, and carbon dating suggests the oldest could be around 5,200 years old. That would…

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5 things to know before the stock market opens Friday

5 things to know before the stock market opens Friday

This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Friday. With TikTok guaranteeing its presence in the U.S. (which we cover below), it looks like my screen time will remain far higher than it should be. Stock futures ticked lower this morning. The market is coming off another winning day….

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Microsoft Copilot Reprompt attack security flaw has been fixed by company

Microsoft Copilot Reprompt attack security flaw has been fixed by company

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! AI assistants are supposed to make life easier. Tools like Microsoft Copilot can help you write emails, summarize documents, and answer questions using information from your own account. But security researchers are now warning that a single bad link could quietly turn that convenience into a privacy…

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Why so many shark attacks off Sydney’s beaches? Here’s what scientists say drew sharks closer |

Why so many shark attacks off Sydney’s beaches? Here’s what scientists say drew sharks closer |

A cluster of shark attacks along the New South Wales coastline has unsettled swimmers and surfers, particularly in Sydney, where several incidents occurred within just two days. While shark bites are always distressing, experts say the recent surge can be explained by a rare combination of environmental and seasonal factors rather than a sudden change…

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The future of shopping has arrived — and Google wants to run it

The future of shopping has arrived — and Google wants to run it

Alphabet ‘s Google has moved beyond the search bar, positioning itself as the lead architect of “agentic commerce.” In this new world, AI not only suggests what you buy but executes the purchase for you. For years, online retail has operated under a predictable platform: Shoppers search, click through the results, and complete checkout on…

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Why the moon changes shape: Surprising science of moon phases |

Why the moon changes shape: Surprising science of moon phases |

There is a long and intriguing history behind the human obsession with the Moon, which is thousands of years old. Nevertheless, even though people observe the Moon almost every night, there are still a number of individuals across the globe who are eager to know the truth behind the phenomenon of the changing shape of…

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Meta’s Reality Labs cuts sparked fears of a ‘VR winter’

Meta’s Reality Labs cuts sparked fears of a ‘VR winter’

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg tries on Orion AR glasses at the Meta Connect annual event at the company’s headquarters in Menlo Park, California, U.S., September 25, 2024. REUTERS/Manuel Orbegozo Manuel Orbegozo | Reuters Meta‘s deprioritizing virtual reality in favor of artificial intelligence and Internet-connected smart glasses has chilled the industry, leading to concerns about its…

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Winter storm tech tips: Prepare devices and apps for January 23 US storm

Winter storm tech tips: Prepare devices and apps for January 23 US storm

States prepare for massive winter storm FOX Weather meteorologist Bayne Froney joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ in Dallas, Texas as the first signs of a massive winter storm begin to show. Texas is preparing accordingly following the devastating winter storm five years ago. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Weather forecasters are warning that a…

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Can extreme winter really cause trees to ‘explode’? The science behind the viral phenomenon |

Can extreme winter really cause trees to ‘explode’? The science behind the viral phenomenon |

Can extreme winter really cause trees to ‘explode’? /Image: X Across parts of the world, winter has settled in hard. Sub-zero temperatures, sudden freezes, and heavy snow are affecting many regions, and with them an unexpected side effect: sharp cracking sounds echoing through parks, streets, and back gardens. Online, dramatic videos capturing the noise, some…

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Pardoned Binance founder denies business relationship with Trumps

Pardoned Binance founder denies business relationship with Trumps

Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao said his business relationship with President Donald Trump‘s family has been “misconstrued” in the wake of his pardon. “There’s no business relationships whatsoever,” Zhao told CNBC’s Andrew Ross Sorkin on Thursday in an interview at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The former Binance CEO served four months in…

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