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How Index Funds Work: A Beginner's Guide to Passive Investing

Index funds have quietly become the default choice for long-term investors around the world. Here is how they work, why they cost less than most alternatives, and what beginners should understand before buying in.

By Sarah Mitchell

20 Sept 20265 min read

Software

The First Worm Delivered Through an AI Coding Assistant: Inside Mandiant's Shai-Hulud Case

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OpenAI Teases '20+ Launches' at DevDay 2026 — and Meta Fires a 'Bot Wars' Shot Across Its Bow

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The First Worm Delivered Through an AI Coding Assistant: Inside Mandiant's Shai-Hulud Case

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OpenAI Teases '20+ Launches' at DevDay 2026 — and Meta Fires a 'Bot Wars' Shot Across Its Bow

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Health & Wellness

Strength Training for Beginners: A Safe, Simple Starting Plan

You do not need a complicated programme or an expensive gym to get stronger. Here is a safe, straightforward plan for absolute beginners — and the principles behind it.

By David Okafor

29 Sept 20265 min read