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When most photographers go indoors, the real magic begins outside – Pro tips for shooting storms, fog and night skies

June 16, 2026
Dramatic weather, shifting atmospheres and rare celestial events offer some of the most powerful and visually striking opportunities you can capture – when you’re willing to embrace the elements and leave the house. While shooting in these conditions isn’t always comfortable – or predictable – they reward preparation and adaptability. Understanding when and where to shoot, how to protect…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Ariel Rider Kepler review: A big, safe, fat tire commuter e-bike with style

June 16, 2026
Ten years ago, if you had told me that I’d be riding what I would soon call an “excellent commuter e-bike” despite it weighing 118 pounds (53.5 kg) and rolling on 24×4.0-inch fat tires, I probably would have laughed. Today, though, I’m not so sure. The Ariel Rider Kepler occupies a category that doesn’t really exist on paper but makes a lot of sense in the real world: the fat tire…
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DefenseNews

Iran, US agree to halt war and reopen Hormuz

June 16, 2026
The United States and Iran have reportedly agreed to terms to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, news that brought relief to markets — although the pact may hinge on an end to hostilities in Lebanon and defers talks on Tehran’s nuclear program. While still a framework, the deal marked the biggest breakthrough towards resolving the conflict that has killed thousands and upended…
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DefenseNews

Australia forges ahead with 155mm ammo production

June 16, 2026
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Amid efforts to ramp up ammunition production in Australia, the government announced a A$72 million – around US$51 million – contract to set up an M795 155mm artillery projectile production line there. The deal with Rheinmetall Nioa…
ComputersNews

I write about online scams. A fake Nvidia livestream still almost fooled me

June 16, 2026
I cover security and privacy for PCWorld, but even I’m not immune to falling for a trick. Earlier this month, I tuned into a livestreamed presentation from Nvidia, the highest valued company in the world. I was a few minutes behind the start, so I’d quickly checked for the official stream to catch CEO Jensen Huang discuss the company’s latest developments. When I popped into the stream, he…
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