e dot dot dot 22 9 2026

Tesla makes a move on Southeast Asia's largest EV market. A homegrown giant awaits

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Tesla recently set up a subsidiary in Vietnam, taking a step toward a potential entry into a fast-growing EV market dominated by homegrown rival VinFast.

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Texas Gov. Abbott orders data center permit halt weeks after issuing moratorium

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Data centers have been a flash point in the 2026 midterm elections, including Abbott's bid for reelection against Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa.

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The best Windows 11 update in years is mostly Microsoft undoing itself

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After five years, Microsoft is restoring movable taskbars and Start controls, proving the best Windows 11 update is mostly undoing launch mistakes.

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This free launcher copies Pixel's best feature and adds everything Google won't

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My Samsung phone got the Pixel haircut without changing families.

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Trump, Xi seek trade stability and deals, but AI, tariffs and Iran loom large. What to watch

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Trump, facing low approval on the economy ahead of the midterm election, has an added incentive to emerge from the summit with China's Xi touting trade wins.

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Don't bother with hi-res audio unless you do this setup first

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Making a few key changes to my setup improved my listening experience far more than switching to a lossless format.

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