Authoritarians have long feared and suppressed science as a rival for social influence. Experts see President Trump as borrowing some of their tactics.

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• 1 gün, 21 saat, 24 dakika

Another hint has surfaced that Apple is preparing to eliminate the physical SIM card tray from iPhones in more countries this year. In particular, a source familiar with the matter has informed MacRumors that retail employees at Apple Authorized Resellers in the EU are required to complete a training course related to iPhones with eSIM support by Friday, September 5. There are 27 countries in the EU, such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17 series on Tuesday, September 9 , which is just four days after employees must complete the training. The training information is available in Apple's SEED app , which is used by employees at both Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Resellers around the world, so it is quite possible that the eSIM-related course extends beyond the EU. In the United States, all iPhone 14 models and newer lack a SIM card slot, and instead rely on digital eSIM technology. Apple has yet to eliminate the SIM card tray in any other countries, but it likely will starting with the iPhone 17 series. The Information broke the news last year: Next year, however, Apple is planning to eliminate physical SIMs in more countries, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. The report did not mention any specific iPhone 17 models or countries. At a minimum, the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air will lack a SIM card tray in most if not all countries, according to Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. However, there is a decent chance the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max will also be eSIM-only internationally. There might be a few exceptions still , though, such as China. When the iPhone 14 series launched in 2022, Apple promoted eSIMs as being more secure than physical SIM cards, as they cannot be removed from an iPhone that is lost or stolen. In addition, at least eight eSIMs can be managed on an iPhone at once, eliminating the need to obtain, carry, and swap SIM cards while traveling. Apple has a support document with a list of carriers around that world that support eSIMs. Related Roundups: iPhone 17 , iPhone 17 Air , iPhone 17 Pro Related Forum: iPhone This article, " Apple Hints at iPhone 17 Models Lacking SIM Card Slot in More Countries " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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If you're a vegan who's looking to save time and effort in the kitchen, these are the best vegan meal delivery services I tested this year.

• CNET
• 1 gün, 21 saat, 59 dakika

TL;DR: Get a Sterling Stock Picker lifetime subscription for $55.19 with code SAVE20 at checkout (MSRP $486). AI isn’t just writing essays anymore—it’s now helping investors, even beginners, pick stocks. Sterling Stock Picker, powered by ChatGPT, acts like your personal financial coach to guide you through the market. Get an extra 20% off our usual deal price with code SAVE20 at checkout through September 7. How AI stock picking works After signing up, you’ll kick things off with a five-minute questionnaire that pinpoints your personal risk tolerance. From there, Sterling uses its AI-driven tools to recommend stocks that actually match your investing style and values. The Done-For-You Portfolio Builder even helps you create a diversified portfolio in just a few clicks. If you have any questions (like where do you even buy stocks), Sterling has an AI-powered financial coach, Finley, who will answer anything. The app also provides dynamic stock insights, risk assessments, and even suggests high-growth stock opportunities through its Stock Rockets feature. Start investing in stocks with Sterling Stock Picker . Use code SAVE20 to get a lifetime subscription for $55.19 until September 7 at 11:59 p.m. PT (MSRP $486). Sterling Stock Picker: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office Pro 2019 + Windows 11 Pro Lifetime Bundle for just $45.97 (MSRP: $428) — the ultimate productivity and security upgrade for one low price. If your PC is still running on outdated software, this bundle gives you everything you need to bring it into 2025 — and beyond. For just $45.97 (MSRP: $428), you’ll get lifetime licenses to both Microsoft Office Pro 2019 and Windows 11 Pro, a combination built to handle both everyday productivity and professional performance . Office Pro 2019 delivers the full suite of Microsoft classics, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. It comes with enhanced features for inking, data analysis, presentation design, and email management, making it just as useful for professionals as it is for students or home projects. Meanwhile, Windows 11 Pro brings a sleek, modern interface alongside powerful upgrades in security, productivity, and performance. It features improved snap layouts, voice typing, advanced security protocols like BitLocker, and even AI-powered Copilot integration to help you work smarter. For gamers, DirectX 12 Ultimate ensures your hardware runs at its full potential. Don’t miss getting this Office 2019 + Windows 11 Pro bundle while it’s just $45.97 (MSRP: $428). The All-in-One Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for Windows: Lifetime License + Windows 11 Pro Bundle See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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• 1 gün, 22 saat, 24 dakika

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the best that Android can get, and it's currently nearly $100 less at Best Buy.

• CNET
• 1 gün, 23 saat, 11 dakika

Joshua Rothman / New Yorker : A look at the potential future of personalized, AI-generated entertainment, and how it could both submerge human originality and enable new forms of expression —  We're used to algorithms guiding our choices.  When machines can effortlessly generate the content we consume, though, what's left for the human imagination?

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Tamara Djurickovic / Tech.eu : Cambridge, UK-based Paragraf, which makes graphene-based electronics using standard semiconductor processes, raised a $55M Series C to scale its manufacturing —  Paragraf pioneers graphene-based electronics with standard semiconductor processes, producing magnetic sensors and GMS while developing advanced devices.

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Geoff Weiss / Business Insider : AI startup Aurasell, which aims to automate sales tools built on top of CRM software like Salesforce, emerges from stealth with $30M seed led by Next47 —  - Aurasell is emerging from stealth with $30 million in seed funding.  — The one-year-old AI startup wants to disrupt legacy sales software.

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AI agents drive value, revenue, and efficiency across industries. Executives can maximize impact by evaluating fit, leveraging data, managing risk, measuring KPIs, and strategizing adoption.

• Forbes Tech
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Wall Street Journal : Xi Jinping is pushing the country's tech industry to be oriented toward applications for AI, charting a pragmatic alternative to Silicon Valley's pursuit of AGI —  With growing fears of an AI bubble, Beijing is charting a pragmatic alternative to Silicon Valley's pursuit of artificial superintelligence

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Song Jung-a / Financial Times : PUBG developer Krafton is eyeing major expansion in India, seeking acquisitions as growth slows in China and the US, and plans to invest at least $50M annually —  South Korea's Krafton faces a tough fight to wring revenues from price-sensitive players  —  The South Korean games developer …

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Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 31, No. 342

• CNET
• 2 gün, 2 saat, 22 dakika

See the moon phase expected for August 31, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

• Mashable
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How to watch Women's Rugby World Cup for free. Watch Italy vs. South Africa in 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup for free.

• Mashable
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The best electric blankets for keeping warm and saving money this winter.

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