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Microsoft is touting a deep dive trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Here's my interview with one of the game's designers.

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Bangkok (AP) — China has built a land-based prototype nuclear reactor for a large surface warship, in the clearest sign yet Beijing is advancing toward producing the country’s first nuclear-powered ...

On Sunday 10 November, the 40 Vendée Globe skippers start of the 10th edition of the legendary solo round the world race from ...