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Microsoft is previewing a new AI system, Copilot Tasks, that it says is designed to take care of busywork for you in the background, the company announced on Thursday. The feature takes the load off your device using its own cloud-based computer and browser, allowing it to handle a variety of jobs ranging from scheduling appointments to generating study plans while you do something else.As noted by Microsoft, you can describe what you need to Copilot Tasks using natural language, and assign Copilot Tasks to complete jobs on a recurring, scheduled, or one-time basis. Copilot Tasks will provide a report…

This week, the Uncanny Valley team dives into the feud that has been brewing between Anthropic and the Pentagon—and what it says about how the government interacts with tech companies. Later, Zoë Schiffer tells us why figuring out whether you are agentic or mimetic has become the new litmus test in Silicon Valley. Plus, we discuss the key takeaways from the State of the Union address and give a farewell to the TAT-8 undersea cables—the ones that made our modern internet possible.Articles mentioned in this episode:You can follow Brian Barrett on Bluesky at @brbarrett, Zoë Schiffer on Bluesky at @zoeschiffer,…

Greg WyshynskiFeb 26, 2026, 08:00 AM ETCloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer.Multiple AuthorsAs a service to fans who have a general interest in WWE but might not have watched a match in months, we’re happy to provide this FAQ as a guide to WWE Elimination Chamber from the United Center in Chicago on Saturday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN Unlimited.How do the Elimination Chamber matches work again?The ring is surrounded by a giant steel structure, covering it from the floor up to a metal roof. One might call it a “cell” where “hell” might occur, but here’s what…

Google just debuted Nano Banana 2, an updated version of its AI image generator. It combines the abilities of Google’s previous release, Nano Banana Pro—like text rendering and web searching—with speedier image generation. This tool will be the new default in Google’s Gemini chatbot.The first image model from Google under the Nano Banana moniker dropped last August, and the Pro version arrived three months later. The AI tool was widely adopted online to alter photos of real people, from generating custom action figures to nostalgic images of people hugging younger versions of themselves.Nano Banana 2 is not only faster at…

I’m of the opinion that most dishes are made better by a touch of heat. I often opt for chili crisp or hot sauce, but when it comes to meals where I don’t necessarily want the flavor of fermented soybean, Sichuan pepper, or vinegar, I’ve been leaning on Fiera’s garlic chili oil. It’s excellent drizzled over pasta, boxed mac and cheese, grain bowls, or soups, just flavorful enough to amp up a dish without leaving the taste of garlic in my mouth for hours on end after I’ve finished my meal. I also love that it comes in a cute…

Camille Perry and Holly Wright of Tove decided to forgo a show this season to focus on their global business, particularly the US and Middle East markets. As creative director Wright was considering their expansion, she had to look internally and consider what really makes Tove stand out against all the other minimalist womenswear brands of the world.She landed on the brand’s Britishness and the eccentricity and imperfection of the culture within. “As a nation, I think we really celebrate differences and quirks. It’s a big part of who we are as a brand too. We find the beauty in…

Less than 24 hours before the deadline in an ultimatum issued by the Pentagon, Anthropic has refused the Department of Defense’s demands for unrestricted access to its AI.It’s the culmination of a dramatic exchange of public statements, social media posts, and behind-the-scenes negotiations, coming down to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s desire to renegotiate all AI labs’ current contracts with the military. But Anthropic, so far, has refused to back down from its two current red lines: no mass surveillance of Americans, and no lethal autonomous weapons (or weapons with license to kill targets with no human oversight whatsoever). OpenAI and…

Former Atletico Madrid striker speaks on hunger, struggle and refereeing rowDiego Costa explains his decision to retire and reveals emotional stories from his careerFormer Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa confirmed his retirement and shared emotional stories from his career in recent podcast interview.AdvertisementCosta ends all talk of a comebackFormer Diego Costa has officially confirmed that his playing career is over. The ex Atletico Madrid forward made the announcement while appearing on the podcast “Camino de Mario” hosted by his former teammate Mario Suarez.In a long interview quoted by AS, Costa said his agent continued to look for offers but he…

Could Meta be preparing to launch a Prada version of its Meta AI glasses? That’s the speculation after Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla, were spotted sitting in the front row of Prada’s Fall/Winter 2026 Fashion Week show in Milan on Thursday. The social media exec was seen chatting with his seatmate, Lorenzo Bertelli, Prada’s chief merchandising officer and son of head designer Miuccia Prada. While Zuckerberg has been working to polish his image in recent years, including with upgraded threads, it’s likely that he wasn’t at Prada for the fashion, but rather because of an upcoming collaboration with the…

Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos arrives at the White House on Feb. 26, 2026 in Washington, DC.Andrew Leyden | Getty ImagesNetflix is walking away from a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming assets after the WBD board on Thursday deemed a revised bid by Paramount Skydance to be a superior offer. Earlier this week, Paramount raised its offer to buy the entirety of WBD to $31 per share, up from $30 per share, all cash. It was the latest amendment to Paramount’s multiple offers in recent months — and since moving forward with a hostile bid to buy…