May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google has announced the Googlebook, a new laptop platform set to succeed Chromebooks. It runs a new operating system based on Android and ChromeOS, featuring Gemini AI and a Magic Pointer. No hardware details yet, but partners include Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo. The bar of glowing Google-colored light will be a signature design element.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Xiaomi has teased a new member of its flagship lineup: the 17 Max. It features a 6.9-inch display identical in size to the 17 Pro Max and Ultra, but retains the design of the standard Xiaomi 17. The phone is set to launch in China this month, and here’s a closer look at what this bigger variant could offer, along with the potential market strategy behind it.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft is canceling most Claude Code licenses and transitioning developers to GitHub Copilot CLI. The move is driven by financial and strategic considerations, with internal feedback favoring Claude Code. Other updates include Windows 11 speed boosts, LinkedIn layoffs, and more.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
An interactive map built by University of Washington student Isabelle Reksopuro tracks data center construction and AI policy worldwide, using Claude for self-updating news feeds. The map reveals how local communities are reacting differently to the rapid expansion of data centers, from tax exemptions in Texas to moratorium attempts in Maine. Reksopuro's goal is to increase transparency so residents can negotiate better terms.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Kylian Mbappe was always seen as Arsenal's ultimate dream signing, reminiscent of Thierry Henry. However, after years of near-misses and watching him shine elsewhere, the Gunners have finally moved on. With Viktor Gyokeres embodying the team-first mentality under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal no longer need Mbappe's individual brilliance. The Frenchman's troubled spell at Real Madrid has further solidified that opinion.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Margot Robbie's career spans Australian TV, Oscar-nominated roles, and a powerful production company. Now a fashion fixture, she balances acting with producing and high-profile brand partnerships. This article traces her evolution from soap actress to global style authority.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
During a Fox News interview after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, Donald Trump took a subtle dig at Joe Biden, saying Biden wouldn't even get a meeting with Xi. The comment sparked widespread backlash as evidence surfaced of several Biden-Xi meetings, including Xi's visit to California in 2023. Trump also questioned Biden's focus, leading to further debate on social media about diplomatic achievements and memory lapses.
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May 16, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Library of Congress has announced the 2026 class of the National Recording Registry, featuring 25 recordings that have shaped American culture. Inductees include Taylor Swift's blockbuster album '1989', Beyoncé's anthem 'Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)', Chaka Khan's genre-blending hit 'I Feel for You', and Vince Gill's emotional ballad 'Go Rest High on That Mountain'. Other notable additions include The Go-Go's debut 'Beauty and the Beat', Ray Charles' 'Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music', and the soundtrack to the video game 'Doom'.
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