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Image: Google Google has revealed the Pixel 9 Pro following a series of leaks that revealed the phone in great detail, including hands-on videos and comparisons to other recent devices. The company plans to show off more about the Pixel 9 lineup as well as its other upcoming devices, with an event at Google HQ in California on August 13th. In a video, the company showed a brief look at the Pixel 9 Pro and teased that AI and Gemini will be a big part of the device. You can also already sign up for information about the Pixel 9 Pro from Google’s online store, which has another image of the phone. Image: Google Recent regulatory filings and other leaks indicate that Google is planning to launch four phones soon: the Pixel 9, the... Continue reading…

Image: The Verge FBI officials told Congress on Wednesday that the 20-year-old who shot at former President Donald Trump may have posted a warning on Steam before the attack — but CNN is now reporting that investigators think the account is fake. Important update here: The FBI briefed senators yesterday that they believed this Steam account did indeed belong to Crooks, per source familiar. Now, the FBI has revised that assessment and investigators think the account is fake, US official tells CNN https://t.co/3d1ovGu7rO— Sean Lyngaas (@snlyngaas) July 18, 2024 Investigators at the bureau “gained access” to Thomas Matthew Crooks’ phone earlier this week and have been combing through it to determine his motive and put together a timeline of events. In... Continue reading…

Image: Amazon The Boys has always reveled in its lampooning of the US’s fraught political landscape, but following the recent Trump rally shooting, Amazon has retitled the show’s season 4 finale and added a new disclaimer stating that the show is not meant to be a reflection of reality. Though “Assassination Run” was the original title of The Boys’ newest episode (which dropped today), it is now listed as “Season Four Finale” and opens with a warning explaining that the episode “contains scenes of fictional political violence” whose similarities to recent real-world events “are completely coincidental and unintentional.” Given The Boys’ track record of presenting many of its characters as analogues for actual political figures, Amazon’s move to... Continue reading…

The underwater world of ancient Rome continues to yield astonishing discoveries, the latest being a stunning marble floor of a sunken villa near Bacoli, Italy. This remarkable find is part of the Submerged Archaeological Park of Baiae, a project shedding light on the rich history hidden beneath the sea. The discovery not only showcases the artistry and opulence of Roman life but also highlights the challenges and triumphs of underwater archaeology. Digging the Deep Blue: Challenges and Triumphs in Underwater Archaeology The Underwater Temple Garden: A Unique Fusion of Bouyancy and Enlightenment The Magnificent Opus Sectile Floor Archaeologists working with CSR Restauro Beni Culturali and Naumacos Underwater Archaeology and Technology have uncovered a sprawling opus sectile floor, a decorative technique where precisely cut pieces of stone or marble create intricate geometric patterns. Unlike mosaics, which use small, uniformly sized pieces called tesserae, opus sectile involves larger, meticulously shaped pieces that fit together like a puzzle. This allows for more elaborate and detailed designs, often showcasing the wealth and sophistication of the building’s owner. Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesEuropeRead Later 

More than 200 anonymous staffers representing 122 offices of both Democrat and Republican lawmakers signed a letter this week asking Congress to boycott Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech next week.

Republicans say they believe they can flip a newly drawn, majority-Black district in Alabama, Punchbowl News said.