The contextual suggestions feature has started appearing on some Pixel 10 series devices. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge Google is rolling out a new AI-powered 'contextual suggestions' feature to Android users that recommends actions based on your daily habits, Android Authority reports. The feature is designed to predict your next action based on your location and habits - such as allowing music streaming apps to suggest your usual playlist when you arrive at the gym for your regular workout. Contextual suggestions were previously available in the Play Services beta, but now Google seems to have expanded it to the stable channel. While Google hasn't announced that the feature has officially launched, some reporters at Android Authority and 9to5Google are see … Read the full story at The Verge. View the full article

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Just one year after a women's fencer was disqualified and punished for refusing to face a transgender opponent, a transgender competitor was forbidden from competition at the very same event. At this year's Cherry Blossom Open, a USA Fencing-sanctioned competition held at the University of Maryland, trans fencer Dinah Yukich, 43, was denied entry, according to The Daily Record. A year ago, at the 2025 Cherry Blossom Open, female fencer Stephanie Turner went viral after kneeling in protest of a trans opponent and was black-carded and escorted out. The incident prompted a federal hearing, and the U.S. Olympic team changed its policies in July to comply with President Donald Trump's "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports" executive order. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Now, as USA Fencing has amended its policies to comply with the order, Yukich filed a civil rights complaint after reportedly being banned, per The Daily Record. The complaint reportedly includes one count of denial of public accommodations based on sex and gender identity, and one count of aiding and abetting a discriminatory policy. USA Fencing has provided a statement to Fox News Digital addressing the incident, and is standing by the current U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee policy that cites Trump's executive order. "USA Fencing cannot comment on the specifics of potential litigation. But we can say more generally that, as the recognized Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body for fencing in the United States, we are required to comply with athlete-eligibility guidance issued by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC)," the statement read. A source within USA Fencing told Fox News Digital of Yukich's complaint, "We think it's important to note that we have not received notice of any litigation being filed against USA Fencing in the state of Maryland by this individual." Fox News Digital has reached out to Yukich's attorney Susie Cirilli for a response. US OLYMPIC TEAM TO COMPLY WITH TRUMP'S 'KEEPING MEN OUT OF WOMEN'S SPORTS' EXECUTIVE ORDER Cirilli told The Daily Record, "When you host an event where members of the public can participate, you have to follow state law." Last year, Turner's viral protest kneel catapulted her into stardom within the "Save Women's Sports" movement. The moment brought immense awareness and scrutiny to USA Fencing's policies. The organization was targeted by two lawsuits for its handling of trans inclusion policy, and the former chair of the organization was grilled by GOP lawmakers at the congressional hearing last May. In October, the chair of USA Fencing was replaced. Then in late November, USA Fencing provided a statement to Fox News Digital stating it was committed to "earning" trust after a year of controversy. "USA Fencing remains deeply committed to earning and maintaining the trust of our athletes, fans, and the wider fencing community. The election of Dr. Scott Rodgers as Board Chair reflects our dedication to athlete-centered governance and the continued growth of fencing at every level," the statement read. "We recognize the challenges of the past several months and are focused on moving forward with integrity, transparency, and a clear vision for the future." The organization is now taking steps to protect the women's category at competitions, but Yukich is giving USA Fencing a fight on the opposite front. Yukich sued USA Fencing and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) in October 2025 after being banned from competing in women's events. The lawsuit, filed in New Jersey, alleges the ban violates state anti-discrimination laws and follows a policy change requiring transgender athletes to compete based on sex assigned at birth. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. View the full article

Charles Barkley had sharp criticism for Detroit Pistons forward Jalen Duren before the team took on the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of their NBA Playoffs series on Wednesday night. The "Inside the NBA" crew were going over key players for the game and who needed to step up. Barkley put the onus on Duren, who had eight points and two rebounds in Game 4. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "His whole game is offensive rebounds and lob dunks from Cade (Cunningham). He’s not getting those," Barkley said. "So, that’s really hurting him. Listen, he should never have two rebounds, ever. That’s two more than a dead person. "You can’t ever have two rebounds. But he’s a young kid. He’s gonna get in the gym, work on the 12–15-foot jumpers or something like that. But he’s too good a player. He’s an All-Star." The Pistons blew a 15-point lead and allowed the Cavaliers back into Game 5 on Wednesday. Cleveland would outlast Detroit in overtime, 117-113, to take a 3-2 series lead. Cleveland was behind 2-0 in the series before going back home for Games 3 and 4. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Duren slightly improved from Game 4. He had nine points, five rebounds and four assists. But the scoring wasn’t there from him. He only took five shots during the game. Only three Pistons starters were in double figures. Cunningham led the team with 39 points. Daniss Jenkins added 19 and Tobias Harris had 13. Paul Reed provided 10 points in 17 minutes off the bench. But that was it from the Pistons. Cleveland got a serious boost from James Harden. He scored 30 points with eight rebounds and six assists. Donovan Mitchell had 21 points. While starter Dean Wade didn’t score and didn’t attempt a single shot, Max Strus had 20 points, making six 3-pointers and nailing two free throws. The Cavaliers could set themselves up with a date in the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks should they take Game 6 on Friday. View the full article

It starts quietly. Your phone buzzes. You see a voicemail notification. But your phone never rang. Then it happens again. And again. Before long, your voicemail inbox looks like it's under attack. That's exactly what Mike from Westport, CT, is dealing with right now. He wrote to us saying, What he is describing is something we're seeing more often. It may feel random, but there's a clear pattern behind this voicemail scam and here's what you need to know to stay safe. RECEIVING UNEXPECTED INTERNATIONAL CALLS? WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report This tactic is often called a silent voicemail scam or ringless voicemail spam. Here's how it works in plain terms: At first glance, it looks like a glitch. That confusion is the point. This pattern almost always points to automated robocall systems using caller ID spoofing, not real people manually calling you. Here's what's likely happening: Once a number is confirmed as active, it can be shared across spam networks and used in future campaigns. It seems pointless, but there's a strategy behind it. Curiosity does the work for them. Many people return the call just to figure out what happened. When you call back, you may: Even if you never call back, your voicemail confirms your number is in use. That makes it more valuable for future scams. Because your phone never rings, traditional call filters may not catch it. That lets more of these messages slip through. You block one number, and another appears minutes later. That's usually a sign of caller ID spoofing and number cycling. Scammers use software to falsify the number that shows up on your phone and rotate through large batches of numbers to stay ahead of blocks and spam filters. Some of those numbers may be completely fabricated, while others may belong to real people whose caller ID information is being misused. Many of those numbers are: Blocking a single number can still be worth doing, but it usually will not stop the campaign by itself because the caller can keep switching numbers. GOOGLE SEARCH LED TO A COSTLY SCAM CALL This is one of the first things many people worry about. In most cases, no. These silent voicemails are more likely to be part of a scam call or robocall campaign than a sign that your phone has been hacked. Scammers can use tactics such as caller ID spoofing and ringless voicemail to reach you without making the call feel normal. The bigger risk isn’t your phone itself. It's how the scam tries to get you to respond. Calling back, pressing prompts or engaging with the message can confirm that your number is active and may expose you to more scam attempts. The FTC specifically advises people to hang up or delete the voicemail and not call back unknown numbers. You don't have to just put up with it. There are ways to reduce or stop these messages. Even if it feels harmless, skip it. If it's important, the caller will leave a real message. On iPhone and Android, turn on built-in call filtering and silence unknown callers. This helps reduce future attempts. How to enable spam call filtering On iPhone (latest iOS) Apple now gives you two strong options: Silence Unknown Callers and Call Screening. Option 1: Silence unknown callers This sends calls from numbers not in your contacts straight to voicemail without ringing. Option 2: Turn on Call Screening (recommended) This feature prompts unknown callers to say who they are before your phone rings, which filters out many spam calls automatically. Optional: Enable spam identification This allows your iPhone to show verified business names and logos for legitimate callers when available. On Samsung Samsung combines spam protection with AI call screening. Settings and feature names may vary depending on your Samsung model, carrier and software version. Option 1: Turn on spam protection This flags suspected spam calls before you answer. Option 2: Block unknown callers This stops hidden or unidentified numbers from ringing your phone. Option 3: Enable Call Screen (best option) This lets your phone answer unknown calls with AI and show you what the caller says in real time. One important reality check: Even with these turned on, some calls may still go to voicemail. That's because voicemail is controlled by your carrier, not your phone. HOW TO STOP SPAM MAIL, POLITICAL TEXTS AND EMAIL SPAM FOR GOOD Apps can spot patterns faster than manual blocking and stop repeat offenders. Many of these apps can also identify known scam numbers and automatically block high-risk calls, helping reduce how often your phone gets hit. Many carriers offer network-level spam blocking. Ask about tools that block ringless voicemail or robocalls. If your number keeps getting hit, it may already be circulating on marketing lists or data broker sites. These data removal services scan for your personal information and help remove it from databases that scammers often tap into. Cutting down where your number appears can reduce how often you get targeted over time. Check out my top picks for data removal services and get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web by visiting Cyberguy.com You can report unwanted calls and voicemails to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). Reports help track and shut down large scam campaigns. Avoid posting your phone number publicly. The less exposure it has, the harder it is for scammers to target you. This can help reduce telemarketing calls from legitimate businesses, but it unfortunately won't stop scammers, illegal robocalls, or exempt organizations (like charities and political groups) from calling you. Scammers often ignore the registry and use tactics like number spoofing to bypass it. Want to know more about why your phone still won’t stop ringing and what you can do about it? Check out our article on the ‘Do Not Call’ list loophole. Silent voicemails are designed to mess with your instincts. They rely on curiosity and confusion, not sophisticated hacking. The best move is simple. Don't engage. Let them hit a dead end. Over time, that tells the system your number isn’t worth the effort. So here's the real question: If scammers are counting on curiosity to hook you, how often do you think that instinct is working on other people right now? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. View the full article