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What’s a ‘black box’ warning? A pharmacologist explains how these labels protect patients

The drug information sheets that the FDA requires companies to produce are living documents that get updated with new information.

What’s a ‘black box’ warning? A pharmacologist explains how these labels protect patients
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping

A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping

A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

‘Simulation theory’ brings an AI twist out of ‘The Matrix’ to ideas mystics and religious scholars have voiced for centuries

The technology that has helped propel the simulation theory may be new, but the questions it explores are ancient.

‘Simulation theory’ brings an AI twist out of ‘The Matrix’ to ideas mystics and religious scholars have voiced for centuries
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Space debris struck a Chinese spacecraft – how the incident could be a wake-up call for international collaboration

China has created more space debris than any other country. But as its space program grows, it has more to lose from a collision than ever before.

Space debris struck a Chinese spacecraft – how the incident could be a wake-up call for international collaboration
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Shah Capital pushes for Novavax sale, warns of proxy fight

Shah Capital, Novavax's second-largest shareholder, is pressing the biotech's board to pursue strategic changes, including a potential sale, and warned it

Shah Capital pushes for Novavax sale, warns of proxy fight
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Millions saw unexpected northern lights, as a wild solar storm unfolded across the world

Millions saw unexpected northern lights, as a wild solar storm unfolded across the world

Millions saw unexpected northern lights, as a wild solar storm unfolded across the world
Business|Science|Technology

China's Baidu unveils new AI processors, supercomputing products

Baidu unveiled two new semiconductors for artificial intelligence on Thursday, saying the products can provide Chinese companies with powerful, low-cost

China's Baidu unveils new AI processors, supercomputing products
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

US proposal to halve biosimilar development costs for India's Biocon, top exec says

India's Biocon expects a 50% drop in costs for developing complex biosimilars as the United States has proposed to ease clinical testing for the drugs that make up more

US proposal to halve biosimilar development costs for India's Biocon, top exec says
Health|Political|Science|US|World

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized

U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson is hospitalized and currently under observation for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), the Chicago-based Rainbow PUSH Coalition, which he founded,

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized
Environment|Science|Travel|World

In Japan's Northern Alps, residents battle monkeys to protect homes and farms

In Japan's Northern Alps, residents are chasing monkeys to keep them away from farms and homes

In Japan's Northern Alps, residents battle monkeys to protect homes and farms
Health|Science|World

2 new malaria treatments show promise as drug resistance grows

Researchers are reporting two promising approaches to counteract malaria's growing drug resistance

2 new malaria treatments show promise as drug resistance grows
Health|Science

Rates of high blood pressure in children have nearly doubled in 20 years

Rates of high blood pressure in children have nearly doubled in 20 years

Rates of high blood pressure in children have nearly doubled in 20 years
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia denies $1 billion investment in northern Mexico

Nvidia on Wednesday denied plans to invest $1 billion in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, hours after the state governor touted the firm's plans to build a data center

Nvidia denies $1 billion investment in northern Mexico
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Waymo launches robotaxi freeway service in San Francisco, LA, Phoenix

Alphabet's Waymo said on Wednesday it will begin offering robotaxi rides that use freeways across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix, as it steps up expansion amid competition in the

Waymo launches robotaxi freeway service in San Francisco, LA, Phoenix
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on

Indigenous protesters on Wednesday defended charging the gates of Brazil's COP30 climate summit and clashing with

COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Relentless rise in carbon pollution from fossil fuels slightly dampens climate-fighting hopes

Scientists report that emissions from fossil fuels rose by 1.1% in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of a small increase

Relentless rise in carbon pollution from fossil fuels slightly dampens climate-fighting hopes
Health|Political|Science|World

White House declines to disclose specific details of Trump's health imaging

The White House on Wednesday declined to provide specific details of medical images that doctors took of President Donald Trump's body during a physical a month ago, but said the

White House declines to disclose specific details of Trump's health imaging
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology

Volkswagen says Rivian JV tech could extend to combustion cars in future

Volkswagen Group said on Wednesday the technology it is developing with U.S. electric-vehicle maker Rivian Automotive could eventually be used in

Volkswagen says Rivian JV tech could extend to combustion cars in future
Health|Science|World

At 'Make America Healthy Again' summit, Vance praises RFK Jr. for defying convention

Vice President JD Vance has praised Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for questioning established science and embracing nontraditional voices in health care

At 'Make America Healthy Again' summit, Vance praises RFK Jr. for defying convention
Health|Science

US health leaders hailed the benefits of hormone therapy for menopause. Doctors are pushing for balance

US health leaders hailed the benefits of hormone therapy for menopause. Doctors are pushing for balance

US health leaders hailed the benefits of hormone therapy for menopause. Doctors are pushing for balance
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks

As United Nation climate talks get underway in Belem, a different kind of conference is kicking off: the People’s Summit, a gathering of activists, organizers, environmentalists and Indigenous groups from around the world

A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks
Health|Science|World

Wild form of polio found in German sewage sample, health institute says

The wild form of the virus behind polio has been detected in wastewater sampling in Germany, the nation's main public health body told Reuters on

Wild form of polio found in German sewage sample, health institute says
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods

Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods

Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US

AI startup Anthropic said on Wednesday it would invest $50 billion in building data centers in the U.S., the latest multi-billion-dollar outlay in the industry as companies race to expand

Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US
Health|Science|US|World

US vaccine panel may vote on hepatitis B shots in December

The U.S.

US vaccine panel may vote on hepatitis B shots in December
Environment|Science

Newsom calls Trump an ‘invasive species’ and ‘wrecking ball’ in fiery remarks at COP30 climate summit

Newsom calls Trump an ‘invasive species’ and ‘wrecking ball’ in fiery remarks at COP30 climate summit

Newsom calls Trump an ‘invasive species’ and ‘wrecking ball’ in fiery remarks at COP30 climate summit
Opinion|Political|Science|World

Why the Trump administration’s comparison of antifa to violent terrorist groups doesn’t track

Kristi Noem’s claim that antifa is like the Islamic State group blurs the line between protest and terrorism – a political move unsupported by evidence.

Why the Trump administration’s comparison of antifa to violent terrorist groups doesn’t track
Food|Health|Science

Why you can salvage moldy cheese but never spoiled meat − a toxicologist advises on what to watch out for

Molds and bacteria can produce dangerous toxins − and they don’t taste very good, either.

Why you can salvage moldy cheese but never spoiled meat − a toxicologist advises on what to watch out for
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts

Many of the canceled grants were investments in the science and infrastructure necessary to keep the lights on in coming years, especially when the grid is under stress.

Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts
Education|Health|Science

Children learn to read with books that are just right for them – but that might not be the best approach

Reading achievement has been stagnant in the US for decades, raising questions about what other methods might work to help kids learn to read.

Children learn to read with books that are just right for them – but that might not be the best approach
Health|Science|World

Canada poised to lose measles elimination status, a possible harbinger of more disease outbreaks

Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status after nearly three decades, and public health experts fear outbreaks of other preventable diseases as

Canada poised to lose measles elimination status, a possible harbinger of more disease outbreaks
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

AI chatbots are becoming everyday tools for mundane tasks, use data shows

Workplace productivity and educational challenges get the headlines, but it turns out that ChatGPT and its ilk are more likely to be used for household tasks.

AI chatbots are becoming everyday tools for mundane tasks, use data shows
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Solar storms have influenced our history – an environmental historian explains how they could also threaten our future

From communications outages to a brush with nuclear war, solar events like flares and coronal mass ejections have shaped human history.

Solar storms have influenced our history – an environmental historian explains how they could also threaten our future
Science|Technology

AI reveals which predators chewed ancient humans’ bones – challenging ideas on which ‘Homo’ species was the first tool-using hunter

Paleoanthropologists have thought that Homo habilis was the first stone-tool maker and meat-eater in our genus. But new research suggests H. habilis might not have been so advanced.

AI reveals which predators chewed ancient humans’ bones – challenging ideas on which ‘Homo’ species was the first tool-using hunter
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Nighttime light exposure may be linked with top killer disease worldwide

Nighttime light exposure may be linked with top killer disease worldwide

Nighttime light exposure may be linked with top killer disease worldwide
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Japan heavyweights including SoftBank eye role in $550 billion US investment package

Around 20 companies from Japan and the U.S. have expressed interest in projects that could contribute to Tokyo's commitment to invest $550 billion in the United States as part of a

Japan heavyweights including SoftBank eye role in $550 billion US investment package
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Japan PM Takaichi plans to recommend Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, White House says

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate U.S.

Japan PM Takaichi plans to recommend Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, White House says
Americas|Environment|Science|World

Hurricane Melissa threatens catastrophic flash flooding and landslides in the Caribbean

The National Hurricane Center warns that Hurricane Melissa poses a threat of catastrophic flash flooding and landslides in Jamaica, Cuba and Hispaniola

Hurricane Melissa threatens catastrophic flash flooding and landslides in the Caribbean
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Billionaire Bill Gates calls for climate strategy pivot ahead of COP30

Billionaire investor and philanthropist Bill Gates called on world leaders on Tuesday to adapt to extreme weather and focus on improving health outcomes rather than

Billionaire Bill Gates calls for climate strategy pivot ahead of COP30
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Health|Science

Investors managing $11.5 trillion urge food companies to diversify away from animal proteins

Investors managing $11.5 trillion in assets are calling on major food companies and retailers to diversify into more plant-based protein sources to enhance supply

Investors managing $11.5 trillion urge food companies to diversify away from animal proteins
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

China urges joint efforts with Japan, South Korea, ASEAN in science and tech

China has called on its neighbours Japan, South Korea, and ASEAN countries to make greater efforts in science and technology, including carrying out joint scientific and

China urges joint efforts with Japan, South Korea, ASEAN in science and tech
Business|Economy|Health|Science

CSL delays spin-off, cuts profit outlook as US vaccination rates slide

Australian biotech CSL has cut its profit outlook and delayed plans to spin off its vaccine division, blaming an unprecedented fall in U.S.

CSL delays spin-off, cuts profit outlook as US vaccination rates slide
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

NextEra Energy partners with Google to restart Iowa nuclear plant

NextEra Energy and Google have reached an agreement to restart an Iowa nuclear power plant shut five years ago, the companies said on Monday, in

NextEra Energy partners with Google to restart Iowa nuclear plant
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Foxconn to invest up to $1.37 billion in AI compute cluster, supercomputing centre

Taiwan’s Foxconn said its board of directors has approved an investment plan to procure equipment for a AI compute cluster and a supercomputing centre, that will allow

Foxconn to invest up to $1.37 billion in AI compute cluster, supercomputing centre
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US Department of Energy forms $1 billion supercomputer and AI partnership with AMD

By Timothy Gardner and Max A.

US Department of Energy forms $1 billion supercomputer and AI partnership with AMD
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Carbon Measures global accounting group to form independent panel

Carbon Measures, a global carbon accounting initiative backed by several big energy and multinational companies, will form an independent panel to help guide its work

Carbon Measures global accounting group to form independent panel
Business|Science|Technology

Meta appoints insider Vishal Shah to key AI role

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has appointed insider Vishal Shah to a key artificial intelligence-linked role, heading product management for AI products, the social media giant said on

Meta appoints insider Vishal Shah to key AI role
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Long walks linked to improved heart health and longevity

Long walks linked to improved heart health and longevity

Long walks linked to improved heart health and longevity
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Rare earth miners fall as US-China truce to pause tariffs, export curbs

Shares of U.S.-listed rare earth miners slumped before the bell on Monday after Washington and Beijing reached a framework for a trade deal that could pause planned U.S. tariffs and Chinese

Rare earth miners fall as US-China truce to pause tariffs, export curbs
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Oilfield giants pivot to booming AI infrastructure as drilling demand wanes

Oilfield services giants SLB, Halliburton and Baker Hughes are turning to data centers and related artificial intelligence infrastructure work to drive their next phase of

Oilfield giants pivot to booming AI infrastructure as drilling demand wanes
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Qualcomm announces new AI chips in data center push, shares surge

Qualcomm on Monday unveiled two artificial intelligence chips for data centers that will be available next year, diversifying beyond a stagnant smartphones market

Qualcomm announces new AI chips in data center push, shares surge
Health|Political|Science|US

Trump reveals he got an MRI during recent exam

President Donald Trump raised new questions about his health after he told reporters on Air Force One that he received an MRI scan during a recent trip to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The president declined to say why he received the MRI.

Trump reveals he got an MRI during recent exam
Food|Health|Political|Science

Trump administration delays release of new dietary guidelines amid shutdown

Trump administration delays release of new dietary guidelines amid shutdown

Trump administration delays release of new dietary guidelines amid shutdown
Health|Science|Technology

New Hampshire man resumes dialysis after record 271 days living with a pig kidney

A New Hampshire man lived with a pig kidney for a record 271 days before surgeons removed it last week as the organ's function declined

New Hampshire man resumes dialysis after record 271 days living with a pig kidney
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Novartis CEO defends $12 billion deal for Avidity as 'appropriate risk to take'

Swiss drugmaker Novartis on Monday defended its $12 billion deal to acquire Avidity Biosciences ahead of the U.S. firm getting late-stage data for its muscle

Novartis CEO defends $12 billion deal for Avidity as 'appropriate risk to take'
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Sean Duffy irks White House as drama over top job at NASA seeps into public view

Sean Duffy irks White House as drama over top job at NASA seeps into public view

Sean Duffy irks White House as drama over top job at NASA seeps into public view
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Snatched-up slowpokes: Pair of tortoises stolen from Indianapolis Zoo

Snatched-up slowpokes: Pair of tortoises stolen from Indianapolis Zoo

Snatched-up slowpokes: Pair of tortoises stolen from Indianapolis Zoo
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Buybacks take backseat as AI drives record US capex spending

Investors are increasingly favoring U.S. companies that channel capital toward AI innovation over those offering traditional shareholder payouts such as dividends and

Buybacks take backseat as AI drives record US capex spending
Environment|Science|World

As the Atlantic Ocean warms, climate change is fueling Hurricane Melissa's ferocity

Hurricane Melissa has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm due to warming oceans linked to climate change

As the Atlantic Ocean warms, climate change is fueling Hurricane Melissa's ferocity
Business|Finance|Health|Science

Some VA therapists and patients say their treatment sessions are being limited, raising alarm

Some VA therapists and patients say their treatment sessions are being limited, raising alarm

Some VA therapists and patients say their treatment sessions are being limited, raising alarm
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin brandishes a new nuclear-powered missile as he digs in over Russia's demands on Ukraine

By holding nuclear drills and boasting about the successful test of a pioneering nuclear-powered cruise missile, Russian President Vladimir Putin is sending a message to President Donald Trump: Moscow wouldn’t be cowed into concessions on Ukraine

Putin brandishes a new nuclear-powered missile as he digs in over Russia's demands on Ukraine
Australia|Education|Environment|Science

New research upends theory that Indigenous Australians hunted large animals to extinction

New research upends theory that Indigenous Australians hunted large animals to extinction

New research upends theory that Indigenous Australians hunted large animals to extinction
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Ascension Wisconsin gives new moms alert bracelets to flag post-birth risks

Ascension Wisconsin gives new moms alert bracelets to flag post-birth risks

Ascension Wisconsin gives new moms alert bracelets to flag post-birth risks
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Lithium extraction in Arkansas: the potential for a booming industry

Lithium extraction in Arkansas: the potential for a booming industry

Lithium extraction in Arkansas: the potential for a booming industry
Political|Science|Technology|World

Kremlin says its test of a nuclear-powered missile reflects security concerns

A Kremlin official says Russia’s test of a nuclear-powered missile that it claims can’t be stopped by air defenses reflects Moscow’s determination to look out for its security interests

Kremlin says its test of a nuclear-powered missile reflects security concerns
Health|Science|Sports

How to relieve knee pain from osteoarthritis with aerobic exercise

How to relieve knee pain from osteoarthritis with aerobic exercise

How to relieve knee pain from osteoarthritis with aerobic exercise
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

How a tiny bug spiraled into a massive outage that took down the internet

How a tiny bug spiraled into a massive outage that took down the internet

How a tiny bug spiraled into a massive outage that took down the internet
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Robot dogs and AI drone swarms: How China could use DeepSeek for an era of war

China's state-owned defense giant Norinco in February unveiled a military vehicle capable of autonomously conducting combat-support

Robot dogs and AI drone swarms: How China could use DeepSeek for an era of war
Business|Environment|Science|World

Melissa a Category 4 hurricane as Jamaica braces for impact

Hurricane Melissa has developed into a Category 4 hurricane heading towards Jamaica and Cuba and is expected to bring catastrophic floods,

Melissa a Category 4 hurricane as Jamaica braces for impact
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

AI is changing who gets hired – what skills will keep you employed?

Two surveys of hundreds of companies shed new light on what employers want.

AI is changing who gets hired – what skills will keep you employed?
Science|Technology

Woven baskets aren’t just aesthetically pleasing – materials science research finds they’re sturdier and more resilient than stiff containers

3D woven baskets are geometrically sophisticated, with some incredible properties that engineers can use to design materials and technology.

Woven baskets aren’t just aesthetically pleasing – materials science research finds they’re sturdier and more resilient than stiff containers
Education|Health|Science|World

Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status — and the US could, too

Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status — and the US could, too

Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status — and the US could, too
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump says Putin should end the Ukraine war, not test missiles

U.S.

Trump says Putin should end the Ukraine war, not test missiles
Health|Science|World

Trump says he received an MRI during trip to Walter Reed medical center

Trump says he received an MRI during trip to Walter Reed medical center

Trump says he received an MRI during trip to Walter Reed medical center
Health|Science|Technology|World

13-year-old boy hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets

13-year-old boy hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets

13-year-old boy hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets
Environment|Science|World

Hurricane Melissa is now a rare Category 5 storm as it closes in on a historic, catastrophic landfall in Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa is now a rare Category 5 storm as it closes in on a historic, catastrophic landfall in Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa is now a rare Category 5 storm as it closes in on a historic, catastrophic landfall in Jamaica
Economy|Environment|Food|Science|World

China's heatwaves threaten to dry up supply of delicious 'hairy crabs'

The last three years have been the toughest for Xie Dandan and her family during more than a decade

China's heatwaves threaten to dry up supply of delicious 'hairy crabs'
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe's new space merger explores the FOMO frontier

Driven to the brink by Elon Musk's SpaceX, Europe's biggest satellite firms are setting aside longtime rivalries in a do-or-

Europe's new space merger explores the FOMO frontier
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Category 4 Hurricane Melissa threatens catastrophic flooding in Jamaica and Haiti

Hurricane Melissa is sustaining Category 4 strength and may get stronger while threatening to cause catastrophic flooding in the northern Caribbean, including Haiti and Jamaica

Category 4 Hurricane Melissa threatens catastrophic flooding in Jamaica and Haiti
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia has tested a new nuclear-capable missile, Putin and top general say

Russia has tested a new nuclear-capable cruise missile, moving closer to deploying it, according to President Vladimir Putin

Russia has tested a new nuclear-capable missile, Putin and top general say
Science|Technology|World

Russia tested new nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile

Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, a nuclear-capable weapon Moscow says can pierce any defence shield

Russia tested new nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Novartis to acquire Avidity Biosciences for about $12 billion

Swiss drugmaker Novartis on Sunday said it agreed to acquire U.S. biotech firm Avidity

Novartis to acquire Avidity Biosciences for about $12 billion
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Novartis nears deal to acquire Avidity Biosciences for over $70 per share, Bloomberg News reports

Novartis AG is close to acquiring U.S. biotech Avidity Biosciences for more than $70 per share, Bloomberg News reported, citing a person familiar with the matter who said an announcement

Novartis nears deal to acquire Avidity Biosciences for over $70 per share, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Main wreckage of cargo plane recovered from Hong Kong waters after deadly crash

The main wreckage of a cargo plane that veered off a Hong Kong runway and plunged into the sea has been recovered

Main wreckage of cargo plane recovered from Hong Kong waters after deadly crash
Health|Science

Not just fat: The truth about ‘man boobs’

Not just fat: The truth about ‘man boobs’

Not just fat: The truth about ‘man boobs’
Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Your best defense against lead in your food, according to a toxicologist

Your best defense against lead in your food, according to a toxicologist

Your best defense against lead in your food, according to a toxicologist
Political|Science|Technology|World

What is Russia's Burevestnik missile?

President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia had tested its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile.

What is Russia's Burevestnik missile?
Health|Science

New menopause drug to target hot flashes without hormones gets FDA approval

New menopause drug to target hot flashes without hormones gets FDA approval

New menopause drug to target hot flashes without hormones gets FDA approval
Americas|Business|Environment|Science|World

Jamaica braces as rapidly intensifying Hurricane Melissa creeps toward island

Tropical Storm Melissa has become a hurricane and is expected to strengthen into at least Category 4 intensity, the U.S.

Jamaica braces as rapidly intensifying Hurricane Melissa creeps toward island
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

SoftBank approves remaining $22.5 billion of OpenAI investment, the Information reports

SoftBank has approved a second installment of $22.5 billion to complete its $30 billion investment in OpenAI, tech news website the Information reported on Saturday. 

SoftBank approves remaining $22.5 billion of OpenAI investment, the Information reports
Environment|Health|Science|World

Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis

Hundreds of Tunisians marched through the capital Tunis on Saturday to protest a severe environmental crisis caused by pollution from a state chemical plant in Gabes,

Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis
Crime|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How a DNA test solved a medical mystery – and revealed a doctor’s decades of deception

How a DNA test solved a medical mystery – and revealed a doctor’s decades of deception

How a DNA test solved a medical mystery – and revealed a doctor’s decades of deception
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Smart wellness goals are backed by science-based studies. Be part of one

Smart wellness goals are backed by science-based studies. Be part of one

Smart wellness goals are backed by science-based studies. Be part of one
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Jet-powered bombs and planes-turned-missiles: Ukrainian and Russian militaries improvise and adapt in a battle of wits

Jet-powered bombs and planes-turned-missiles: Ukrainian and Russian militaries improvise and adapt in a battle of wits

Jet-powered bombs and planes-turned-missiles: Ukrainian and Russian militaries improvise and adapt in a battle of wits
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Science

This is your brain on a haunted house

This is your brain on a haunted house

This is your brain on a haunted house
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Your latest prescription is to get outside

Health care providers are trying a new tactic to promote the healing effects of nature: They're actually writing prescriptions for it

Your latest prescription is to get outside
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|Travel

'The worst sleep of my life': CNN reporter stays at infamous Clown Motel

Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway near Area 51 is known for UFO sightings. If you drive through it without being abducted by aliens, you can try to rest for the night at a famously haunted, clown-themed motel.

'The worst sleep of my life': CNN reporter stays at infamous Clown Motel
Environment|Health|Science|World

Jamaica could face days of hurricane conditions as Melissa set to rapidly intensify in the Caribbean

Jamaica could face days of hurricane conditions as Melissa set to rapidly intensify in the Caribbean

Jamaica could face days of hurricane conditions as Melissa set to rapidly intensify in the Caribbean
Business|Health|Science|Technology

Anti-abortion pregnancy centers are looking to offer much more than ultrasounds and diapers

More anti-abortion pregnancy centers have been offering medical services such as testing for sexually transmitted infections

Anti-abortion pregnancy centers are looking to offer much more than ultrasounds and diapers
Environment|Europe|Science|World

China's rare golden monkeys debut at European zoos, a possible successor to 'panda diplomacy'

China's endangered golden snub-nosed monkeys have joined pandas as diplomatic envoys to Europe

China's rare golden monkeys debut at European zoos, a possible successor to 'panda diplomacy'
Business|Science|Technology

IBM says conventional AMD chips can run quantum computing error correction algorithm

IBM said on Friday it can run a key quantum computing error correction algorithm on commonly available chips from Advanced Micro Devices, a step toward

IBM says conventional AMD chips can run quantum computing error correction algorithm
Education|Environment|Science

Dinosaurs were thriving in North America before the mass-extinction asteroid strike, study suggests

New research suggests that dinosaur populations were thriving in North America before the asteroid impact 66 million years ago that caused mass extinction

Dinosaurs were thriving in North America before the mass-extinction asteroid strike, study suggests
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Having trouble getting in your daily steps? The latest science says you may not need to fret

Having trouble getting in your daily steps? The latest science says you may not need to fret

Having trouble getting in your daily steps? The latest science says you may not need to fret
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

U.S. natural gas sector deals surge in 2025 on AI, LNG demand from Asia

U.S. natural gas dealmaking has surged in 2025 and is set to accelerate, analysts say, driven by record power demand from AI data centers, rising LNG exports and renewed

U.S. natural gas sector deals surge in 2025 on AI, LNG demand from Asia
Crime|Environment|Science|Technology|World

The blast that killed 16 people at a Tennessee workplace set off 24,000 pounds of explosives, authorities say

The blast that killed 16 people at a Tennessee workplace set off 24,000 pounds of explosives, authorities say

The blast that killed 16 people at a Tennessee workplace set off 24,000 pounds of explosives, authorities say
Arts|Education|Environment|Food|Lifestyle|Science

Pumpkins’ journey from ancient food staple to spicy fall obsession spans thousands of years

US farmers grow over 1 billion pounds of pumpkin each year.

Pumpkins’ journey from ancient food staple to spicy fall obsession spans thousands of years
Europe|Health|Science

US FDA approves Bayer's menopause relief drug

Germany's Bayer said on Friday the U.S. health regulator has approved its drug for menopause relief.

US FDA approves Bayer's menopause relief drug
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Baker CEO says 2025 resilience driven by AI growth, sees oil investment slowdown

Baker Hughes CEO Lorenzo Simonelli said on Friday the global macro environment remains resilient through 2025, despite geopolitical and policy headwinds, supported by the

Baker CEO says 2025 resilience driven by AI growth, sees oil investment slowdown
Economy|Environment|Science|World

UN weather agency reviews priorities as funding falls short

The U.N. weather agency plans to cut some posts and is reviewing its priorities as dozens of countries, including the United States, are late with their fees, a

UN weather agency reviews priorities as funding falls short
Business|Science|Technology|World

US agency asks Tesla about 'Mad Max' driver assistance mode

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday it is seeking information from Tesla about a new driver assistance mode dubbed "Mad Max" that operates

US agency asks Tesla about 'Mad Max' driver assistance mode
Education|Environment|Science

2 iconic coral species are now functionally extinct off Florida, study finds – we witnessed the reef’s bleaching and devastation

The crucial reef-building corals were decimated by a marine heat wave in the Florida Keys. Can advances in restoration help them recover?

2 iconic coral species are now functionally extinct off Florida, study finds – we witnessed the reef’s bleaching and devastation
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Bolivia's new president rekindles cautious hope for long-stalled lithium dreams

Bolivia's election of centrist Rodrigo Paz is raising cautious hopes that a more market-friendly leader

Bolivia's new president rekindles cautious hope for long-stalled lithium dreams
Education|Environment|Science|World

New Mexico fossils show dinosaurs thriving just before annihilation

A fossil site in New Mexico with numerous dinosaurs, including the gargantuan Alamosaurus, dates to shortly before the asteroid strike that abruptly ended the age

New Mexico fossils show dinosaurs thriving just before annihilation
Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

Navigating mental illness in the workplace can be tricky, but employees are entitled to accommodations

It’s difficult to manage the stressors of work if you’re struggling with your mental health. Here are some recommendations for how to seek support.

Navigating mental illness in the workplace can be tricky, but employees are entitled to accommodations
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

In a California farming region, researchers are mapping rural heat to protect farmworkers

In some of the most agriculturally rich regions in the U.S., researchers from San Diego State University are working to understand how climate change is impacting heat in rural areas and the farmworkers who toil in them

In a California farming region, researchers are mapping rural heat to protect farmworkers
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Retirees on the edge: Argentina's protesting pensioners

Every Wednesday, 89-year-old Olga Beatriz Gonzalez eats a simple breakfast, picks up donations of bread and vegetables for the soup kitchen she runs from her

Retirees on the edge: Argentina's protesting pensioners
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Teens and vets team up to dive, explore and preserve

Teens and vets team up to dive, explore and preserve

Teens and vets team up to dive, explore and preserve
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Ukraine in race to outfox Russian defences with drone attacks, commander says

A key figure in Ukraine's 3-month-old campaign to outfox its larger enemy by targeting oil facilities deep inside Russia with drones said Moscow was improving its ability to intercept them,

Ukraine in race to outfox Russian defences with drone attacks, commander says
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Hedge funds boost AI tech bets to highest since 2016, Goldman Sachs says

Hedge funds' exposure to artificial intelligence-related tech hardware reached its highest in October since Goldman Sachs started tracking the data in 2016, the U.S

Hedge funds boost AI tech bets to highest since 2016, Goldman Sachs says
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US military takes steps to adapt new hypersonic weapons to mobile launchers

Defense startup Castelion said on Friday it has won contracts to integrate its Blackbeard hypersonic strike weapon with current U.S.

US military takes steps to adapt new hypersonic weapons to mobile launchers
Environment|Health|Science

‘London Underground mosquito’ is actually much older than previously thought

‘London Underground mosquito’ is actually much older than previously thought

‘London Underground mosquito’ is actually much older than previously thought
Asia|Crime|Science|Technology|World

SpaceX disables thousands of Starlink devices being used by Myanmar scam centers

SpaceX disables thousands of Starlink devices being used by Myanmar scam centers

SpaceX disables thousands of Starlink devices being used by Myanmar scam centers
Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|Travel

Inside Mongolia’s ‘Mars camp’: The extreme adventure that wants to turn tourists into astronauts

Inside Mongolia’s ‘Mars camp’: The extreme adventure that wants to turn tourists into astronauts

Inside Mongolia’s ‘Mars camp’: The extreme adventure that wants to turn tourists into astronauts
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Australia's Sunrise Energy signs five-year scandium option with Lockheed Martin, shares jump

Australia's Sunrise Energy Metals said on Friday it has granted U.S. defence contractor Lockheed Martin an option to purchase up to 15 tonnes of scandium oxide produced over five years from

Australia's Sunrise Energy signs five-year scandium option with Lockheed Martin, shares jump
Environment|Science|World

Melissa is forecast to become a major hurricane. It could be a worst-case scenario for Jamaica

Melissa is forecast to become a major hurricane. It could be a worst-case scenario for Jamaica

Melissa is forecast to become a major hurricane. It could be a worst-case scenario for Jamaica
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Anthropic to use Google's AI chips worth tens of billions to train Claude chatbot

Anthropic is expanding its deal with Google to use as many as one million of the tech giant's artificial intelligence chips, worth tens of billions of dollars, as the startup races to

Anthropic to use Google's AI chips worth tens of billions to train Claude chatbot
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Intel beats third-quarter profit estimates as cost cuts, investments pay off

By Arsheeya Bajwa, Max A.

Intel beats third-quarter profit estimates as cost cuts, investments pay off
Education|Environment|Science

66 million-year-old dinosaur ‘mummy’ skin was actually a perfect clay mask

66 million-year-old dinosaur ‘mummy’ skin was actually a perfect clay mask

66 million-year-old dinosaur ‘mummy’ skin was actually a perfect clay mask
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Goats put to work as natural weed eaters at Pocatello’s Century Heights Preserve

Goats put to work as natural weed eaters at Pocatello’s Century Heights Preserve

Goats put to work as natural weed eaters at Pocatello’s Century Heights Preserve
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Amazon loses second vice president in devices division this month

A fifteen-year veteran of Amazon’s devices division who had a hand in developing many of the most recognizable gadgets is leaving the company at the end of

Amazon loses second vice president in devices division this month
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NioCorp, Lockheed partner on Pentagon‑funded scandium alloy work

Rare earths miner NioCorp said on Thursday it is working with U.S. defense contractor Lockheed Martin to develop a scandium and aluminum alloy for use in military equipment as part of a

NioCorp, Lockheed partner on Pentagon‑funded scandium alloy work
Interview|Science|Technology

Microsoft AI CEO: We’re making an AI that you can trust your kids to use

Microsoft AI CEO: We’re making an AI that you can trust your kids to use

Microsoft AI CEO: We’re making an AI that you can trust your kids to use
Environment|Science|World

Critical Florida corals now ‘functionally extinct’ due to off-the-charts ocean temperatures

Critical Florida corals now ‘functionally extinct’ due to off-the-charts ocean temperatures

Critical Florida corals now ‘functionally extinct’ due to off-the-charts ocean temperatures
Business|Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Microsoft hopes Mico succeeds where Clippy failed as tech companies warily imbue AI with personality

Remember Clippy

Microsoft hopes Mico succeeds where Clippy failed as tech companies warily imbue AI with personality
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Rare look at the last days of the dinosaurs shows they were thriving, scientists say

Rare look at the last days of the dinosaurs shows they were thriving, scientists say

Rare look at the last days of the dinosaurs shows they were thriving, scientists say
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Rare dinosaur mummies help scientists recreate their prehistoric lives

Researchers have unearthed a spooky pair of dinosaur mummies that seem to have been preserved in an unexpected way

Rare dinosaur mummies help scientists recreate their prehistoric lives
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Mexico hopes to eradicate screwworm with new sterile fly plant

Deep in the humid lowlands of southern Mexico, engineers, veterinarians and entomologists are racing to repurpose a plant that will play a pivotal role in

Mexico hopes to eradicate screwworm with new sterile fly plant
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US could have saved $1.5 billion on costs with drug pricing linked to benchmark, says research firm

The U.S. could have saved up to $1.5 billion in the first year following approval of a drug if the price after rebates and discounts aligned with its benchmark, an analysis

US could have saved $1.5 billion on costs with drug pricing linked to benchmark, says research firm
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‘Their history is just erased’: Google drops a key program for boosting women in tech

‘Their history is just erased’: Google drops a key program for boosting women in tech

‘Their history is just erased’: Google drops a key program for boosting women in tech
Environment|Science|US|World

You can walk faster than Tropical Storm Melissa is moving. It’s a new, troubling tendency for Atlantic storms

You can walk faster than Tropical Storm Melissa is moving. It’s a new, troubling tendency for Atlantic storms

You can walk faster than Tropical Storm Melissa is moving. It’s a new, troubling tendency for Atlantic storms
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Dow beats loss estimates on cost cuts, new US capacity

Dow reported a smaller-than-expected adjusted quarterly loss in the third quarter on Thursday, as cost cuts and higher volumes from new U.S.

Dow beats loss estimates on cost cuts, new US capacity
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Google backs US gas power plant with carbon capture for Midwest data centers

Google has entered into the first corporate agreement to buy electricity from a U.S. power plant using carbon capture and storage in a deal to help fuel its data

Google backs US gas power plant with carbon capture for Midwest data centers
Arts|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Japan's Mount Fuji sees snow for first time this winter, 21 days later than usual

The peak of Japan's Mount Fuji was capped with snow for the first time this winter on Thursday, reaching the milestone 21 days later than the average since records

Japan's Mount Fuji sees snow for first time this winter, 21 days later than usual
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Quantum computing firms jump after report of US government stake talks

Shares of U.S. quantum computing companies jumped on Thursday after the Wall Street Journal reported that President Donald Trump's administration is in discussions to acquire

Quantum computing firms jump after report of US government stake talks
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

The hamstring trap: Why stretching isn’t fixing your tight legs

The hamstring trap: Why stretching isn’t fixing your tight legs

The hamstring trap: Why stretching isn’t fixing your tight legs
Environment|Health|Science

Coal plants emitted more pollution during the last government shutdown, while regulators were furloughed

As soon as the 2018-2019 shutdown began, coal-fired power plants started emitting more particulate matter pollution. And when the inspections resumed, the levels dropped back to normal.

Coal plants emitted more pollution during the last government shutdown, while regulators were furloughed
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Greek divers haul up ghost nets destroying marine life

Divers off the coast of Sapientza Island in southern Greece have launched a determined effort to remove "ghost nets" — abandoned fishing gear that silently

Greek divers haul up ghost nets destroying marine life
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

China to focus on speeding up self-reliance in science and tech in new economic plan

China's ruling Communist Party says it will focus on speeding up self-reliance in science and technology in the coming five years

China to focus on speeding up self-reliance in science and tech in new economic plan
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What Americans think about the environmental impact of AI, according to a new poll

A new poll finds that as the United States rapidly builds massive data centers for the development of artificial intelligence, many Americans are concerned about the environmental impact

What Americans think about the environmental impact of AI, according to a new poll
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Google says it has developed landmark quantum computing algorithm

By Max A.

Google says it has developed landmark quantum computing algorithm
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Nokia CEO compares AI surge to 1990s internet boom, but plays down bubble fears

By Gianluca Lo Nostro -Nokia's CEO Justin Hotard said artificial intelligence is driving a long-term growth trend that resembles the internet boom of the 1990s, but downplayed concerns about a

Nokia CEO compares AI surge to 1990s internet boom, but plays down bubble fears
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Besi sees revenue growth in fourth quarter helped by strong orders

BE Semiconductor Industries (Besi) said on Thursday it expected fourth-quarter sales to rise compared to the previous one as demand for AI-related data centre applications

Besi sees revenue growth in fourth quarter helped by strong orders
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Taiwan optimistic about 2026 economic growth exceeding 3% on AI boom

Taiwan's economy could grow more than 3% next year given demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications continues at a rapid clip, Economic Affairs Minister Kung Ming-hsin said

Taiwan optimistic about 2026 economic growth exceeding 3% on AI boom
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Lonza confirms outlook as it expects more contracts in coming months

Swiss contract drug manufacturer Lonza confirmed its full-year guidance on Thursday after a strong third quarter for its main contract development and manufacturing

Lonza confirms outlook as it expects more contracts in coming months
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American e-waste is causing a 'hidden tsunami' in Southeast Asia, report says

A report by an environmental group says millions of tons of discarded U.S. electronics are being shipped overseas each month

American e-waste is causing a 'hidden tsunami' in Southeast Asia, report says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|US

Trump administration in talks to take stakes in quantum-computing firms, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump administration in talks to take stakes in quantum-computing firms, WSJ reports
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North Korea tested 'cutting-edge' weapons system on Wednesday, KCNA reports

North Korea said it successfully tested "a new cutting-edge weapons system" involving hypersonic projectiles on Wednesday as part of a defence program to enhance

North Korea tested 'cutting-edge' weapons system on Wednesday, KCNA reports
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea says its latest missile tests demonstrate a new hypersonic system

North Korea said Thursday that its latest missile tests involved a new hypersonic system aimed at strengthening its nuclear war deterrent, as leader Kim Jong Un continues to build up weapons designed to overwhelm missile defenses in South Korea

North Korea says its latest missile tests demonstrate a new hypersonic system
Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Science|Technology|World

The Latest: North Carolina lawmakers approve map adding a GOP House seat

North Carolina lawmakers have given final approval to a new U.S. House map backed by President Donald Trump

The Latest: North Carolina lawmakers approve map adding a GOP House seat
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Tesla profit falls short despite record sales, hit by higher costs and fading credits

Tesla  reported record third-quarter revenue that beat Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, driven by the highest quarterly sales of its electric vehicles as

Tesla profit falls short despite record sales, hit by higher costs and fading credits
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin directs drills of Russian nuclear forces as his summit with Trump is put on hold

Russian President Vladimir Putin has directed drills of the country’s strategic nuclear forces that featured practice missile launches

Putin directs drills of Russian nuclear forces as his summit with Trump is put on hold
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Samsung’s new Galaxy XR headset is here. What it’s like to use

CNN’s Lisa Eadicicco got the chance to try out the Galaxy XR, Samsung’s latest headset, developed in partnership with Google. Here is what she thought.

Samsung’s new Galaxy XR headset is here. What it’s like to use
Business|Science|Technology

Waymo to manually test autonomous vehicles at Newark airport

Alphabet's Waymo said on Wednesday it will begin manual testing of its autonomous vehicles at Newark Liberty International Airport, as the firm looks to bring its robotaxis to one of the

Waymo to manually test autonomous vehicles at Newark airport
Business|Science|Technology

NextSilicon reveals new processor chip in challenge to Intel, AMD 

NextSilicon, an Israeli startup whose computing chips are being evaluated by U.S. national labs, on Wednesday said it is developing a central processor that

NextSilicon reveals new processor chip in challenge to Intel, AMD 
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Taiwan plans deeper military ties with US to bolster security

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Wednesday it intends to deepen collaboration with the United States, including reciprocal visits and observation of military exercises, to help

Taiwan plans deeper military ties with US to bolster security
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Lam Research expects upbeat quarterly revenue on demand for chipmaking tools

Lam Research forecast second-quarter revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as chipmakers ordered more of its equipment used to manufacture semiconductors for artificial

Lam Research expects upbeat quarterly revenue on demand for chipmaking tools
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Brother says truck driver "could have been killed" after collapse of historic bridge

Brother says truck driver "could have been killed" after collapse of historic bridge

Brother says truck driver "could have been killed" after collapse of historic bridge
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Reddit sues Perplexity for scraping data to train AI system

Social media platform Reddit sued artificial intelligence startup Perplexity in New York federal court on Wednesday, accusing it and three other companies of unlawfully scraping its data to

Reddit sues Perplexity for scraping data to train AI system
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Science|Technology

GM will introduce ‘eyes-off’ driving in 2028

GM will introduce ‘eyes-off’ driving in 2028

GM will introduce ‘eyes-off’ driving in 2028
Health|Science|Technology|World

COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors

The most widely used COVID-19 vaccines may offer a surprise benefit for some cancer patients by boosting their immune systems to help fight tumors

COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors
Business|Science|Technology

Amazon sees faster delivery speeds with hi-tech driver eyeglasses, AI

In its relentless drive to bring everyday items to customers faster, Amazon has shifted expectations from two-day delivery to same-day and even within

Amazon sees faster delivery speeds with hi-tech driver eyeglasses, AI
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Melissa is now forecast to become a major hurricane as it trends toward a concerning track

Melissa is now forecast to become a major hurricane as it trends toward a concerning track

Melissa is now forecast to become a major hurricane as it trends toward a concerning track
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Reddit sues AI company Perplexity and others for 'industrial-scale' scraping of user comments

Reddit has sued Perplexity AI and three other entities for allegedly scraping user comments for commercial gain

Reddit sues AI company Perplexity and others for 'industrial-scale' scraping of user comments
Environment|Health|Science|World

World Food Prize winners call for doubling of aid to combat hunger

International food aid must double to meet the needs of about 2 billion people worldwide who struggle to get enough to eat, winners of an annual prize

World Food Prize winners call for doubling of aid to combat hunger
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US to announce recipients of plutonium for reactors by year-end

The U.S.

US to announce recipients of plutonium for reactors by year-end
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Tesla to recall nearly 13,000 US vehicles over battery risk

Tesla is recalling 12,963 vehicles in the U.S. due to a defect in a battery pack component that could lead to a sudden loss of drive power, the U.S.

Tesla to recall nearly 13,000 US vehicles over battery risk
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI launches Atlas browser to compete with Google Chrome

OpenAI has introduced its own web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, putting it in direct competition with Google

OpenAI launches Atlas browser to compete with Google Chrome
Arts|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Manchester aldermen meet to discuss possible changes to homestead law after pickle controversy

Manchester aldermen meet to discuss possible changes to homestead law after pickle controversy

Manchester aldermen meet to discuss possible changes to homestead law after pickle controversy
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Polk County leader hopeful for partnership with Linn, Johnson County for water quality funding

Polk County leader hopeful for partnership with Linn, Johnson County for water quality funding

Polk County leader hopeful for partnership with Linn, Johnson County for water quality funding
Environment|Health|Science

First lakewide algae bloom confirmed on Wisconsin’s deepest inland lake

First lakewide algae bloom confirmed on Wisconsin’s deepest inland lake

First lakewide algae bloom confirmed on Wisconsin’s deepest inland lake
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EU's Dombrovskis says countermeasures possible in response to China rare earth curbs

The EU's top economic official said the European Commission was considering countermeasures in response to Chinese curbs on rare earth exports, according to an interview with

EU's Dombrovskis says countermeasures possible in response to China rare earth curbs
Political|Science|Technology|World

Vladimir Putin oversees readiness test of Russia's nuclear forces

President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday oversaw a test of Russia's nuclear forces on land, sea and air to rehearse their readiness and command structure.

Vladimir Putin oversees readiness test of Russia's nuclear forces
Science|Technology

A flexible lens controlled by light-activated artificial muscles promises to let soft machines see

This lens modeled on biological eyes could make it easier to give soft machines and bio-safe tools the ability to see.

A flexible lens controlled by light-activated artificial muscles promises to let soft machines see
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

Foundations want to curb AI developers' influence with $500 million aimed at centering human needs

Ten philanthropic foundations are committing $500 million across the next five years to place human interests at the forefront of artificial intelligence's rapid integration into daily life

Foundations want to curb AI developers' influence with $500 million aimed at centering human needs
Crime|Education|Science|Technology

'Just holding a Doritos bag': Student handcuffed after AI system mistook bag of chips for weapon

'Just holding a Doritos bag': Student handcuffed after AI system mistook bag of chips for weapon

'Just holding a Doritos bag': Student handcuffed after AI system mistook bag of chips for weapon
Business|Science|Technology

Meta cutting 600 AI jobs even as it continues to hire more for its superintelligence lab

Meta Platforms is cutting roughly 600 artificial intelligence jobs even as it continues to hire more workers for its superintelligence lab, the company confirmed on Wednesday

Meta cutting 600 AI jobs even as it continues to hire more for its superintelligence lab
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Researchers in US and Japan offer insight into ghostly neutrinos

Neutrinos are tiny particles that can pass through everything, rarely interacting with matter.

Researchers in US and Japan offer insight into ghostly neutrinos
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe satellite merger intact as announcement slips, sources say

Europe's aerospace giants kept investors waiting an extra day for details of a new space champion on Wednesday as lawyers and advisers pored over

Europe satellite merger intact as announcement slips, sources say
Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's 'sea baby' drones are growing up with longer range, bigger payload

Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has unveiled the latest version of its "sea baby" naval drone that it says can operate at distances of over 1,500 km and carry a

Ukraine's 'sea baby' drones are growing up with longer range, bigger payload
Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin supervises readiness drills for Russian nuclear forces

Putin supervises readiness drills for Russian nuclear forces

Putin supervises readiness drills for Russian nuclear forces
Business|Science|Technology|World

Hungary to start talks on buying nuclear fuel from United States

Hungary will start talks on buying nuclear fuel from the United States to diversify its supply, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Wednesday in an interview with

Hungary to start talks on buying nuclear fuel from United States
Arts|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Opinion|Science|Technology|Travel|World

EU to list two Chinese oil refineries, one trader in new Russia sanctions

The European Union's 19th package of sanctions against Russia will list four companies involved in China's oil industry that circumvent Western restrictions, EU

EU to list two Chinese oil refineries, one trader in new Russia sanctions
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

UK data centre spend to soar to £10 billion a year - Barbour ABI

Spending on new UK data centres is set to rise to 10 billion pounds a year by 2029, a more than five-fold increase from 2024, analysis by construction data firm Barbour ABI has found

UK data centre spend to soar to £10 billion a year - Barbour ABI
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Meta to cut around 600 roles in Superintelligence Labs AI unit

Meta is cutting around 600 positions out of the several thousand roles in its Superintelligence Labs, the Facebook owner said on Wednesday as it looks to make its artificial intelligence

Meta to cut around 600 roles in Superintelligence Labs AI unit
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump ‘retired’ a database tracking the most expensive weather disasters. Now it’s back — and finding over $100B in losses

Trump ‘retired’ a database tracking the most expensive weather disasters. Now it’s back — and finding over $100B in losses

Trump ‘retired’ a database tracking the most expensive weather disasters. Now it’s back — and finding over $100B in losses
Arts|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine unveils upgraded sea drone it says can strike anywhere in the Black Sea

Ukraine's state security service has unveiled an upgraded sea drone that can operate anywhere in the Black Sea

Ukraine unveils upgraded sea drone it says can strike anywhere in the Black Sea
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Science|Stock Markets|World

Gold prices have tumbled from recent records. What's behind the losses?

Less than a day after gold soared to another record high, prices for the precious metal plunged — marking the biggest sell-off in years

Gold prices have tumbled from recent records. What's behind the losses?
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World

Australia tells AI chatbot companies to detail child protection steps

Australia has ordered four artificial-intelligence chatbot companies to explain their measures to protect children from exposure to sexual or self-harm material, as its

Australia tells AI chatbot companies to detail child protection steps
Business|Science|Technology

Musk, NASA chief Duffy jostle over space agency leadership

Acting NASA chief Sean Duffy and billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday traded barbs online over who should lead the space agency, a day after

Musk, NASA chief Duffy jostle over space agency leadership
Health|Science|Technology

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could unlock the next revolution in cancer treatment – new research

The researchers found that mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines could potentially help patients whose tumors don’t respond well to traditional immunotherapy.

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could unlock the next revolution in cancer treatment – new research
Environment|Health|Science|World

After festival of lights, New Delhi plunged into toxic darkness and world’s most polluted air

After festival of lights, New Delhi plunged into toxic darkness and world’s most polluted air

After festival of lights, New Delhi plunged into toxic darkness and world’s most polluted air
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Science|Technology

Apparently Suzanne Somers is back, because her husband says he created her ‘AI twin’

Apparently Suzanne Somers is back, because her husband says he created her ‘AI twin’

Apparently Suzanne Somers is back, because her husband says he created her ‘AI twin’
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UN chief urges countries to implement weather disaster warning systems

U.N.

UN chief urges countries to implement weather disaster warning systems
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Astronomers discover previously unknown quasi-moon near Earth

Astronomers discover previously unknown quasi-moon near Earth

Astronomers discover previously unknown quasi-moon near Earth
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Prince Harry, Meghan join call for ban on development of AI 'superintelligence'

Prince Harry and Meghan have joined a diverse group, including Steve Bannon and Glenn Beck, to call for a ban on AI "superintelligence" that threatens humanity

Prince Harry, Meghan join call for ban on development of AI 'superintelligence'
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Can AI keep students motivated, or does it do the opposite?

A meta-analysis of AI chatbots’ impact on student learning finds benefits when used properly, but risks of diminishing student motivation and confidence.

Can AI keep students motivated, or does it do the opposite?
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Super-warming methane gas is being tackled too slowly, UN says ahead of COP30

Almost 90% of satellite-detected methane leaks flagged to governments and oil and gas companies are not being acknowledged, the UN said Wednesday ahead of the

Super-warming methane gas is being tackled too slowly, UN says ahead of COP30
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Office of Space Commerce faces an uncertain future amid budget cuts and new oversight

While a recent executive order directed the Department of Commerce to elevate this office, budgetary actions threaten it.

Office of Space Commerce faces an uncertain future amid budget cuts and new oversight
Environment|Science|Technology

AI can help the environment, even though it uses tremendous energy. Here are 5 ways how

Artificial intelligence has caused concern for its tremendous consumption of water and power

AI can help the environment, even though it uses tremendous energy. Here are 5 ways how
Education|Health|Science

During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest

A recent study of schoolchildren finds that the youngest students harbor the most germs

During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

New Mexico villages face flooded homes, poisoned wells years after wildfire

Three muddy torrents rage through Victoria Lovato's northern New Mexico ranch when it rains hard, born of the state's biggest ever wildfire that burned

New Mexico villages face flooded homes, poisoned wells years after wildfire
Health|Interview|Science

Breast cancer rates are rising. Could alcohol consumption be the cause?

Breast cancer rates are on the rise, and doctors fear that alcohol could be a big reason why. CNN’s Meg Tirrell speaks to an expert to learn more about this under-discussed link.

Breast cancer rates are rising. Could alcohol consumption be the cause?
Health|Science

What to know about a rapidly rising form of breast cancer that’s hard to detect

What to know about a rapidly rising form of breast cancer that’s hard to detect

What to know about a rapidly rising form of breast cancer that’s hard to detect
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

United flight’s cockpit window may have been struck by weather balloon, company says

United flight’s cockpit window may have been struck by weather balloon, company says

United flight’s cockpit window may have been struck by weather balloon, company says
Health|Science|World

Ending polio still possible, health officials say, as funding cut by 30%

Eradicating

Ending polio still possible, health officials say, as funding cut by 30%
Health|Science|World

Taiwan reports its first case of African swine fever and culls scores of pigs

Taiwan reported its first cases of African swine fever, and authorities culled at least 195 pigs and ordered a ban on the movement and slaughter of pigs across the island

Taiwan reports its first case of African swine fever and culls scores of pigs
Australia|Environment|Science|World

Fierce winds stoke fires, bring extreme heat to Australia and New Zealand

Wild, hot winds swept across Australia and New Zealand on Wednesday, fuelling wildfires and sending spring temperatures soaring, breaking October heat records in parts of

Fierce winds stoke fires, bring extreme heat to Australia and New Zealand
Business|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Samsung's Galaxy XR headset to take on Apple with help from Google and Qualcomm

Samsung Electronics released its Galaxy XR extended reality headset on Tuesday, counting on AI features from Google to propel it into the nascent and uncertain market of

Samsung's Galaxy XR headset to take on Apple with help from Google and Qualcomm
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

OpenAI launches AI browser Atlas in latest challenge to Google

OpenAI on Tuesday unveiled ChatGPT Atlas, a long-anticipated artificial intelligence-powered web browser built around its popular chatbot, in a direct challenge

OpenAI launches AI browser Atlas in latest challenge to Google
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Samsung’s big answer to the Apple Vision Pro is here. I got to try it

Samsung’s big answer to the Apple Vision Pro is here. I got to try it

Samsung’s big answer to the Apple Vision Pro is here. I got to try it
Entertainment|Environment|Science|Travel|US

An elephant family smashed pumpkins at the Oregon Zoo. But this baby just wanted to play ball

During an annual fall event where giant elephants smash massive pumpkins, a baby elephant was too small to crush the largest gourds, which weigh around 1,000 pounds

An elephant family smashed pumpkins at the Oregon Zoo. But this baby just wanted to play ball
Environment|Science|World

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to become a hurricane. Its track is unclear, but it’s bringing a dangerous threat

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to become a hurricane. Its track is unclear, but it’s bringing a dangerous threat

Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to become a hurricane. Its track is unclear, but it’s bringing a dangerous threat
Education|Environment|Science

Giant ground sloths’ fossilized teeth reveal their unique roles in the prehistoric ecosystem

Researchers often rely on fossil teeth for clues about what extinct animals ate. Giant ground sloths’ teeth have been tricky to analyze, though – until now.

Giant ground sloths’ fossilized teeth reveal their unique roles in the prehistoric ecosystem
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AI assistants make widespread errors about the news, new research shows

Leading AI assistants misrepresent news content in nearly half their responses, according to new research published on Wednesday by the European Broadcasting

AI assistants make widespread errors about the news, new research shows
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Meta in $27 billion financing deal with Blue Owl Capital for Louisiana data center

Meta has struck a $27 billion financing deal with Blue Owl Capital to fund its biggest data center project globally, as large technology companies race to

Meta in $27 billion financing deal with Blue Owl Capital for Louisiana data center
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A United Airlines emergency landing likely caused by collision with a weather balloon

A recent United Airlines emergency landing appears to have been the result of a collision with a weather balloon over Utah

A United Airlines emergency landing likely caused by collision with a weather balloon
Crime|Health|Science

What we learned about the events leading up to a Colorado dentist poisoning his wife’s protein shakes

What we learned about the events leading up to a Colorado dentist poisoning his wife’s protein shakes

What we learned about the events leading up to a Colorado dentist poisoning his wife’s protein shakes
Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

King, pope, Jedi, Superman: Trump’s social media images exclusively target his base and try to blur political reality

Campy, exaggerated and partisan, many White House social media posts target the president’s base. But the communications approach may pose a risk to democracy.

King, pope, Jedi, Superman: Trump’s social media images exclusively target his base and try to blur political reality
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Elon Musk calls acting NASA chief ‘Sean Dummy’ as SpaceX moon contract hangs in the balance

Elon Musk calls acting NASA chief ‘Sean Dummy’ as SpaceX moon contract hangs in the balance

Elon Musk calls acting NASA chief ‘Sean Dummy’ as SpaceX moon contract hangs in the balance
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Iceland just found its first mosquitoes

Iceland just found its first mosquitoes

Iceland just found its first mosquitoes
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EU considers classifying ethanol in biocidal products as dangerous substance, FT reports

The European Union is considering classifying ethanol used in biocidal products such as hand sanitizers as a dangerous substance over increasing risks of cancer, the Financial Times

EU considers classifying ethanol in biocidal products as dangerous substance, FT reports
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Invasive Mute Swan added to list of non-game birds that can be taken in California

Invasive Mute Swan added to list of non-game birds that can be taken in California

Invasive Mute Swan added to list of non-game birds that can be taken in California
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US-Australia rare earths deal is a start but won't shake China dominance any time soon

Donald Trump's backing of Australia's critical minerals will bring much-needed financial support to the industry, but experts say the U.S. president will have to

US-Australia rare earths deal is a start but won't shake China dominance any time soon
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Weather balloon may be responsible for mid-air United flight cracked windshield

The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board said on Tuesday that a weather balloon may be responsible for cracking the windshield of a United

Weather balloon may be responsible for mid-air United flight cracked windshield
Business|Science|Technology|World

Amazon says AWS cloud service back to normal after outage disrupts businesses worldwide

Amazon.com cloud service returned to normal operations on Monday afternoon, the company said, after an internet outage

Amazon says AWS cloud service back to normal after outage disrupts businesses worldwide
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Why are elements like radium dangerous? A chemist explains radioactivity and its health effects

Unstable atoms emit fast-moving particles that can damage cells in the human body. Some atoms are far more unstable than others.

Why are elements like radium dangerous? A chemist explains radioactivity and its health effects
Environment|Health|Science

Does the full moon make us sleepless? A neurologist explains the science behind sleep, mood and lunar myths

Folklore suggests that a full moon has a strong effect on sleep. But the reality is more complex, and lifestyle habits like screen use before bedtime are likely to have a larger effect.

Does the full moon make us sleepless? A neurologist explains the science behind sleep, mood and lunar myths
Environment|Health|Science

One of the world's rarest whales that makes the Atlantic its home grows in population

Scientists have reported an encouraging trend in the population growth of the North Atlantic right whale

One of the world's rarest whales that makes the Atlantic its home grows in population
Health|Science

Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies

A study that upended medical practice by recommending feeding babies peanut products early to prevent allergies has had a big effect in the real world

Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies
Education|Science|Technology

Even before they can read, young children are visualizing letters and other objects with the same strategies adults use

Recent research shows that young children typically manipulate and rotate entire objects in their minds to understand challenges such as puzzles.

Even before they can read, young children are visualizing letters and other objects with the same strategies adults use
Arts|Environment|Science

When coal smoke choked St. Louis, residents fought back − but it took time and money

The situation had to get pretty bad before people really forced the government to act. But the effort was ultimately successful.

When coal smoke choked St. Louis, residents fought back − but it took time and money
Arts|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump’s words aren’t stopping China, Brazil and many other countries from setting higher climate goals, but progress is slow

A review of countries’ new climate pledges shows who is leading efforts to protect the climate their economies were built on and who is sliding.

Trump’s words aren’t stopping China, Brazil and many other countries from setting higher climate goals, but progress is slow
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NASA opens SpaceX's moon lander contract to rivals over Starship delays

NASA said on Monday it was opening the marquee U.S. moon landing contract to other bidders because Elon Musk's SpaceX has experienced mounting delays with its

NASA opens SpaceX's moon lander contract to rivals over Starship delays
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API reverses course on E15 gasoline bill, calls for regulatory fixes

The American Petroleum Institute said on Tuesday it opposes legislation to expand year-round sales of E15 gasoline, a reversal that underscores deepening tensions between

API reverses course on E15 gasoline bill, calls for regulatory fixes
Education|Science

Gender is not an ideology – but conservative groups know learning about it empowers people to think for themselves

From book bans and firing teachers to taking over university administrations altogether, right-wing politicians and activists worldwide have been keen on rooting out gender from schools. Why is that?

Gender is not an ideology – but conservative groups know learning about it empowers people to think for themselves
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Swiss exports to US surge in September as pharma shipments rise ahead of tariff threat

Swiss exports to the United States rebounded sharply in September, with pharmaceutical companies ramping up their shipments to get ahead of potential U.S. tariffs, government data

Swiss exports to US surge in September as pharma shipments rise ahead of tariff threat
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Goldman Sachs flags risk of disruption in supply of rare earths, key minerals

Goldman Sachs flagged mounting risks to global supply chains of rare earths and other critical minerals, emphasising China's dominance in mining and refining, and outlining

Goldman Sachs flags risk of disruption in supply of rare earths, key minerals
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Many Colorado homeowners are underinsured − here’s what to do before the next fire

Paying attention to the sticker price doesn’t always result in the best insurance coverage.

Many Colorado homeowners are underinsured − here’s what to do before the next fire
Science|Technology|Travel

Flying is safe thanks to data and cooperation – here’s what the AI industry could learn from airlines on safety

Data analytics, putting safety out of bounds for competition, and collaboration among industry, labor and government are key to reducing a technology’s risks.

Flying is safe thanks to data and cooperation  – here’s what the AI industry could learn from airlines on safety
Education|Health|Science|World

Rethinking polygamy – new research upends conventional thinking about the advantages of monogamous marriage

Simplistic stories about the dangers of polygamy can be compelling and intuitive. But new research suggests some arguments about its harms don’t hold up.

Rethinking polygamy – new research upends conventional thinking about the advantages of monogamous marriage
Health|Science|Technology

Astronauts can get motion sick while splashing back down to Earth – virtual reality headsets could help them stay sharp

Astronauts generally can’t look out the window like you might in a car – a ‘virtual window’ could instead serve that purpose.

Astronauts can get motion sick while splashing back down to Earth – virtual reality headsets could help them stay sharp
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Tylenol’s maker pushes back against possible label change linking pain reliever’s use in pregnancy to autism

Tylenol’s maker pushes back against possible label change linking pain reliever’s use in pregnancy to autism

Tylenol’s maker pushes back against possible label change linking pain reliever’s use in pregnancy to autism
Asia|Environment|Health|Science|World

Thick, hazardous smog blankets New Delhi after Diwali fireworks

Thick smog is blanketing New Delhi after Diwali celebrations with fireworks sent air pollution levels soaring

Thick, hazardous smog blankets New Delhi after Diwali fireworks
Business|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Nuclear security agency begins furloughing workers as part of shutdown, energy secretary says

Furloughs have begun at the federal agency tasked with overseeing the U.S. nuclear stockpile

Nuclear security agency begins furloughing workers as part of shutdown, energy secretary says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Amazon cloud outage: online services hit, recovery uneven

An outage at Amazon's cloud computing unit was gradually easing on Monday, after disrupting many online services offered by banks, social media companies and businesses.

Amazon cloud outage: online services hit, recovery uneven
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

Kenvue urges US FDA to reject request for Tylenol's autism warning

Kenvue has urged U.S. regulators to reject a request seeking autism warning label on its popular over-the-counter pain medication Tylenol for use during pregnancy, after President Donald

Kenvue urges US FDA to reject request for Tylenol's autism warning
Business|Environment|Science|World

Brazil's Petrobras gets green light to drill near mouth of Amazon river

Brazil's environmental agency Ibama greenlit state-run oil company Petrobras to conduct exploratory research by drilling wells in

Brazil's Petrobras gets green light to drill near mouth of Amazon river
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Chip crunch: how the AI boom is stoking prices of less trendy memory

The global rush by chipmakers to produce AI chips is tightening supply of less glamorous chips used in smartphones, computers and servers

Chip crunch: how the AI boom is stoking prices of less trendy memory
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

US probes Alphabet unit Waymo robotaxis over school bus safety

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Monday it has opened a preliminary investigation into about 2,000 Waymo self-

US probes Alphabet unit Waymo robotaxis over school bus safety
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Iran's Khamenei rejects Trump offer of talks, denies US destroyed Iranian nuclear capabilities

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Monday rejected an offer of renewed talks from U.S.

Iran's Khamenei rejects Trump offer of talks, denies US destroyed Iranian nuclear capabilities
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Iran says cooperation deal with UN nuclear watchdog is void

Iran has scrapped a cooperation deal that it signed with the UN nuclear watchdog IAEA in September, its Supreme National Security Council Secretary said

Iran says cooperation deal with UN nuclear watchdog is void
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Massive Amazon cloud outage has been resolved after disrupting internet use worldwide

A problem at Amazon’s cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world

Massive Amazon cloud outage has been resolved after disrupting internet use worldwide
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Biden completes a round of radiation therapy as part of his prostate cancer treatment

A spokesperson for Joe Biden says the former Democratic president has completed several weeks of radiation therapy to treat an aggressive form of prostate cancer

Biden completes a round of radiation therapy as part of his prostate cancer treatment
Health|Political|Science

Biden completes a course of radiation therapy for cancer treatment

Biden completes a course of radiation therapy for cancer treatment

Biden completes a course of radiation therapy for cancer treatment
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‘We’re not going to wait for one company’: NASA chief suggests SpaceX may be booted from moon mission

‘We’re not going to wait for one company’: NASA chief suggests SpaceX may be booted from moon mission

‘We’re not going to wait for one company’: NASA chief suggests SpaceX may be booted from moon mission
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Making America’s clothes, zombie invasion, alleviating chronic constipation: Check out the day’s stories

Making America’s clothes, zombie invasion, alleviating chronic constipation: Check out the day’s stories

Making America’s clothes, zombie invasion, alleviating chronic constipation: Check out the day’s stories
Health|Science|World

Government shutdown means many CDC experts are skipping a pivotal meeting on infectious disease

An annual conference about infectious diseases is seeing a dramatic attendance decline, in part because Centers for Disease Control and Prevention experts can’t participate

Government shutdown means many CDC experts are skipping a pivotal meeting on infectious disease
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Big Tech is paying millions to train teachers on AI, in a push to bring chatbots into classrooms

The country’s largest teachers unions are teaming up with tech companies like Microsoft and OpenAI to help educators build literacy in artificial intelligence

Big Tech is paying millions to train teachers on AI, in a push to bring chatbots into classrooms
Environment|Science|Travel

How and when to watch the Orionid meteor shower

How and when to watch the Orionid meteor shower

How and when to watch the Orionid meteor shower
Entertainment|Science|Technology|Travel

For extraterrestrial seekers in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, ‘the truth is out there’

For extraterrestrial seekers in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, ‘the truth is out there’

For extraterrestrial seekers in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, ‘the truth is out there’
Health|Political|Science|World

First on CNN: City health officials urge vaccination, criticize federal government messaging

First on CNN: City health officials urge vaccination, criticize federal government messaging

First on CNN: City health officials urge vaccination, criticize federal government messaging
Business|Science|Technology

Arm expands AI licensing program to boost on-device AI market share

Arm Holdings said on Monday it is expanding its Flexible Access licensing program to cover its Armv9 edge AI platform, aiming to attract startups and device makers developing on‑device AI

Arm expands AI licensing program to boost on-device AI market share
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Archer Aviation strikes Korean Air deal for eVTOL air taxis

Archer Aviation on Monday said it signed a partnership with Korean Air to commercialize its electric air taxis in South Korea, with a potential purchase of up to 100 aircraft.

Archer Aviation strikes Korean Air deal for eVTOL air taxis
Arts|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Instagram shows more ‘eating disorder adjacent’ content to vulnerable teens, internal Meta research shows

Meta researchers found that teens who report that Instagram regularly made them feel bad about their bodies saw significantly more “eating disorder adjacent content

Instagram shows more ‘eating disorder adjacent’ content to vulnerable teens, internal Meta research shows
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Scientists think the mysterious glow in our galaxy could be from dark matter. What that means

Scientists think the mysterious glow in our galaxy could be from dark matter. What that means

Scientists think the mysterious glow in our galaxy could be from dark matter. What that means
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Kiwis may be key to alleviating chronic constipation

Kiwis may be key to alleviating chronic constipation

Kiwis may be key to alleviating chronic constipation
Arts|Education|Science|World

Pharaohs in Dixieland – how 19th-century America reimagined Egypt to justify racism and slavery

There was a reason Southern businessmen and thinkers were inspired by ancient Egypt: To them, it served as proof that all great civilizations were hierarchal societies sustained by enslaved labor.

Pharaohs in Dixieland – how 19th-century America reimagined Egypt to justify racism and slavery
Arts|Education|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Science

Why are women’s shoes so pointy? A fashion expert on impractical but stylish footwear

Pointy shoes have been all the rage across cultures for centuries, and their role as status symbols continue today.

Why are women’s shoes so pointy? A fashion expert on impractical but stylish footwear
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

OpenAI slipped shopping into 800 million ChatGPT users’ chats − here’s why that matters

AI agents are poised to do your online shopping for you, with major consequences for the e-commerce industry – and your ability to make choices.

OpenAI slipped shopping into 800 million ChatGPT users’ chats − here’s why that matters
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off

A planetary scientist who has participated in analog missions describes their value for planning space exploration – and learning about extreme environments on Earth.

Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology|World

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms

Global drugmakers are rushing to boost U.S. manufacturing and inventory as the Trump administration weighs a 100% tariff on imported branded and patented drugs.

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives

Storm surge is the No. 1 cause of deaths and damage during a hurricane, yet detailed storm surge forecasts are difficult to create. AI could turn that around.

How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives
Environment|Science|Technology

This 3D-printed, carbon-absorbing bridge is inspired by bones

This 3D-printed, carbon-absorbing bridge is inspired by bones

This 3D-printed, carbon-absorbing bridge is inspired by bones
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN weather agency urges action to close gaps in disaster warning systems

The World Meteorological Organization urged action to close gaps in a global system of surveillance meant to protect people from extreme weather,

UN weather agency urges action to close gaps in disaster warning systems
Business|Science|Technology|World

Cyber defenders sound the alarm as F5 hack exposes broad risks

A more than year-long digital intrusion into cybersecurity company F5, publicized last week and blamed on Chinese spies, has defenders across the

Cyber defenders sound the alarm as F5 hack exposes broad risks
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Federal agency overseeing US nuclear stockpile will furlough most of its workforce starting Monday

Federal agency overseeing US nuclear stockpile will furlough most of its workforce starting Monday

Federal agency overseeing US nuclear stockpile will furlough most of its workforce starting Monday
Arts|Asia|Crime|Food|Interview|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

China accuses US of cyberattack on national time center

China has accused the U.S. National Security Agency of cyberattacks on its national time center

China accuses US of cyberattack on national time center
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

New copper demand drivers from US, India as China juggernaut slows

Copper consumption in the United States and India is set to emerge from China's shadow over the next decade as demand growth in the world's largest consumer of the

New copper demand drivers from US, India as China juggernaut slows
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

University of Miami doctoral student uses own diagnosis in breast cancer research study

University of Miami doctoral student uses own diagnosis in breast cancer research study

University of Miami doctoral student uses own diagnosis in breast cancer research study
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Colorado School of Mines shows off 1,579 pound pumpkin grown by student

Colorado School of Mines shows off 1,579 pound pumpkin grown by student

Colorado School of Mines shows off 1,579 pound pumpkin grown by student
Education|Science|Technology

AI-generated lesson plans fall short on inspiring students and promoting critical thinking

Common chatbots produce generic lesson plans that are unlikely to improve learning, a study finds. It shows how teachers should be critical users – not rapid adopters − of generative AI.

AI-generated lesson plans fall short on inspiring students and promoting critical thinking
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

A mushroom farm in Kenya and fungi-based panels give hope for sustainable building

A large mushroom farm near Nairobi is producing mycelium for building materials that end up as fungi-based panels, which are more sustainable and affordable than traditional bricks

A mushroom farm in Kenya and fungi-based panels give hope for sustainable building
Arts|Health|Science

Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening

Hospitals and doctors' offices are inviting singers and musicians to help patients manage their pain, as music's ability to reduce pain is gaining attention

Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Ukrainians disappointed after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting fails to immediately secure Tomahawk missiles

Ukrainians are expressing disappointment as the U.S. may not provide long-range Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv

Ukrainians disappointed after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting fails to immediately secure Tomahawk missiles
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Deadly floods in Mexico another sign of need for improved severe weather warnings

Torrential rains in east-central Mexico last week have left at least 76 dead and raised concerns about the government's ability to alert people to severe weather

Deadly floods in Mexico another sign of need for improved severe weather warnings
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Work underway to restore power at Ukrainian nuclear plant as UN announces rare local ‘ceasefire zones’

Work underway to restore power at Ukrainian nuclear plant as UN announces rare local ‘ceasefire zones’

Work underway to restore power at Ukrainian nuclear plant as UN announces rare local ‘ceasefire zones’
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Repairs begin on Zaporizhzhia power plant lines as local ceasefire zones set

Repair work has started on damaged off-site power lines to Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant following a four-week outage, officials said on Saturday.

Repairs begin on Zaporizhzhia power plant lines as local ceasefire zones set
Environment|Science|World

Hand and foot fossils found in Kenya for ancient human relative

Researchers have unearthed near Lake Turkana in northern Kenya fossils of hand and foot bones belonging to an extinct human relative dating to 1.52 million years ago,

Hand and foot fossils found in Kenya for ancient human relative
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

California takes action against plastic bag makers over recycling claims

The state of California announced a lawsuit against three major plastic bag producers and reached a settlement with four other manufacturers on Friday after

California takes action against plastic bag makers over recycling claims
Economy|Science|Technology|World

US to furlough workers at nuclear weapons agency due shutdown

The Trump administration by Monday will furlough about 1,400 workers at the agency that manages the U.S. nuclear weapons arsenal due to the government shutdown

US to furlough workers at nuclear weapons agency due shutdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

IMF chief hopes for easing of US, China tensions to avoid hit to global economy

International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva on Friday said she hoped the U.S. and China could ease trade tensions and avoid a cutoff

IMF chief hopes for easing of US, China tensions to avoid hit to global economy
Business|Science|Technology

Nvidia unveils first Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC in US

Nvidia uveiled on Friday the first U.S.-made Blackwell wafer, produced at TSMC's semiconductor manufacturing facility in Phoenix, as demand for AI chips accelerates.

Nvidia unveils first Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC in US
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Erie Canal’s 200th anniversary: How a technological marvel for trade changed the environment forever

The Erie Canal solidified New York’s reputation as the Empire State, but it also opened up an expressway for invasive species to reach the Great Lakes.

Erie Canal’s 200th anniversary: How a technological marvel for trade changed the environment forever
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

New York approves power line for Micron’s $100 billion semiconductor plant

A new underground transmission line was approved by the New York State Public Service Commission linking an existing Clay substation with Micron Technology's proposed semiconductor megafab

New York approves power line for Micron’s $100 billion semiconductor plant
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science

Trump’s $150 Ozempic? Oz cautions it’s not a done deal, but patients and doctors say it could be a gamechanger

Trump’s $150 Ozempic? Oz cautions it’s not a done deal, but patients and doctors say it could be a gamechanger

Trump’s $150 Ozempic? Oz cautions it’s not a done deal, but patients and doctors say it could be a gamechanger
Environment|Health|Science|World

California mpox cases raise concerns. But health officials say the risk remains low

Investigators suspect that two Californians diagnosed with mpox may be the first U.S. cases resulting from the local spread of a different version of the virus

California mpox cases raise concerns. But health officials say the risk remains low
Political|Science|Technology

GOP turns Schumer print quotes into AI-generated video of him saying shutdown good for Democrats

Senate Republican campaign leaders are using artificial intelligence-generated video to falsely depict Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer appearing to say on camera comments he made in a print publication interview about the political impacts of the partial government shutdown

GOP turns Schumer print quotes into AI-generated video of him saying shutdown good for Democrats
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science

Trump announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site

President Donald Trump has announced IVF and other commonly used fertility drugs will be sold at a reduced price on TrumpRx.com. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services estimates women can save up to $2,200 per cycle of fertility drugs because of this deal.

Trump announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site
Economy|Environment|Science|World

US helps sink world’s first global carbon tax after threatening sanctions against countries supporting it

US helps sink world’s first global carbon tax after threatening sanctions against countries supporting it

US helps sink world’s first global carbon tax after threatening sanctions against countries supporting it
Health|Political|Science

Fact check: Five false numbers Trump used at one event

Fact check: Five false numbers Trump used at one event

Fact check: Five false numbers Trump used at one event
Environment|Science|US|World

Severe thunderstorms with dangerous winds, isolated tornadoes threaten South and Midwest this weekend

Severe thunderstorms with dangerous winds, isolated tornadoes threaten South and Midwest this weekend

Severe thunderstorms with dangerous winds, isolated tornadoes threaten South and Midwest this weekend
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How to watch the Orionid meteor shower, debris of Halley's comet

The Orionid meteor shower peaks this year with the arrival of a new moon, offering a rare chance to see shooting stars without moonlight interference

How to watch the Orionid meteor shower, debris of Halley's comet
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

SLB's Le Peuch sees no major rebound in North America activity

SLB does not expect to see a significant pickup in North American drilling activity due to high production costs at some shale basins, its top boss said on Friday, although

SLB's Le Peuch sees no major rebound in North America activity
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

India expects $7.4 billion spending on fighter jet engines over next decade

India expects to spend about 654 billion rupees ($7.44 billion) to buy engines for fighter aircraft that are under development until 2035, according to estimates

India expects $7.4 billion spending on fighter jet engines over next decade
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Instagram will soon let parents stop teens from chatting with AI characters

Instagram will soon let parents stop teens from chatting with AI characters

Instagram will soon let parents stop teens from chatting with AI characters
Crime|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korean submunition found in drone used to attack Ukraine, report finds

North Korean submunition found in drone used to attack Ukraine, report finds

North Korean submunition found in drone used to attack Ukraine, report finds
Business|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Sex is a big market for the AI industry. ChatGPT won't be the first to try to profit from it

OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT will soon engage in "erotica for verified adults."

Sex is a big market for the AI industry. ChatGPT won't be the first to try to profit from it
Business|Education|Science|Technology|World

Meta to give teens' parents more control after criticism over flirty AI chatbots

Meta said on Friday it will let parents disable their teens' private chats with AI characters, adding another measure to make its social media platforms safe for minors after fierce

Meta to give teens' parents more control after criticism over flirty AI chatbots
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Novo, Lilly's shares drop as Trump vows weight-loss drug price cuts

Shares of weight-loss drug makers Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly fell on Friday after U.S.

Novo, Lilly's shares drop as Trump vows weight-loss drug price cuts
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

UNLV students take on a hidden bird killer — here’s what they did

UNLV students take on a hidden bird killer — here’s what they did

UNLV students take on a hidden bird killer — here’s what they did
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

EU needs more focus on self-driving to catch up with rivals, says Bolt CEO

Europe needs to pay at least as much attention to self-driving cars as it does to electric vehicles if it wants to play a role in one of the key technologies

EU needs more focus on self-driving to catch up with rivals, says Bolt CEO
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

12 rehabilitated bear cubs released into the wild in North Carolina: wildlife commission

12 rehabilitated bear cubs released into the wild in North Carolina: wildlife commission

12 rehabilitated bear cubs released into the wild in North Carolina: wildlife commission
Food|Health|Science

Antioxidants help stave off a host of health problems – but figuring out how much you’re getting can be tricky

Blueberries, walnuts and dark green leafy vegetables head the list, but diversity is the key to getting more antioxidants in your diet.

Antioxidants help stave off a host of health problems – but figuring out how much you’re getting can be tricky
Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Protein powders and shakes contain high amounts of lead, new report says – a pharmacologist explains the data

Most of the products the study tested contained much less lead than the FDA deems unsafe, but some did have a concerning amount.

Protein powders and shakes contain high amounts of lead, new report says – a pharmacologist explains the data
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‘Japanese’ interval walking is an easy way to become fit, experts say

‘Japanese’ interval walking is an easy way to become fit, experts say

‘Japanese’ interval walking is an easy way to become fit, experts say
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Is AI really making electricity bills higher? Here’s what the experts say

Is AI really making electricity bills higher? Here’s what the experts say

Is AI really making electricity bills higher? Here’s what the experts say
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White House announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site

White House announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site

White House announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site
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Homeland Security says Marine's father who was deported had faced domestic violence, assault charges

The Department of Homeland Security says the father of a Marine arrested by immigration authorities when visiting his pregnant daughter at Camp Pendleton has a criminal record that includes charges of domestic violence and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

Homeland Security says Marine's father who was deported had faced domestic violence, assault charges
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Roche to sell flu pill for $50 to cash-paying US patients

Roche on Thursday launched direct-to-consumer U.S. sales of its influenza antiviral pill Xofluza at a discounted cash price of $50, following similar moves by rivals as

Roche to sell flu pill for $50 to cash-paying US patients
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US FDA announces recipients of national priority vouchers

The U.S.

US FDA announces recipients of national priority vouchers
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FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of 'national priorities'

The Food and Drug Administration is announcing the first round of drugs that will receive drastically expedited reviews at the agency

FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of 'national priorities'
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EU proposes 'flagship' defence projects to counter drones, protect eastern border

The European Commission on Thursday proposed four flagship European defence projects, including a counter-drone system and a plan to fortify the

EU proposes 'flagship' defence projects to counter drones, protect eastern border
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Salesforce sued by authors over artificial intelligence software

Cloud-computing firm Salesforce was hit with a proposed class action lawsuit by two authors who alleged the company used thousands of books without permission to train its

Salesforce sued by authors over artificial intelligence software
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Another Apple exec leaves for Meta as AI talent war heats up, Bloomberg News reports

Apple's Ke Yang, the newly tapped executive leading an effort

Another Apple exec leaves for Meta as AI talent war heats up, Bloomberg News reports
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Trump officials back firm in fight over California offshore oil drilling after huge spill

One of California’s worst oil spills occurred off the Santa Barbara coast in 2015, when a corroded pipeline burst

Trump officials back firm in fight over California offshore oil drilling after huge spill
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Student-built planes earn FAA certification in North Idaho

Student-built planes earn FAA certification in North Idaho

Student-built planes earn FAA certification in North Idaho
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US senators announce deal on aviation safety legislation

Two U.S. senators announced a deal on Thursday on aviation safety legislation after a fatal January collision involving an American Airlines regional jet and

US senators announce deal on aviation safety legislation
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US energy prices to spike on Trump's axing of grants, senator says

The Trump administration's plans to cancel nearly $8 billion in Energy Department grants are illegal because contracts had already been signed and will cause

US energy prices to spike on Trump's axing of grants, senator says
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New silverback gorilla "Cecil" debuts at San Francisco Zoo

New silverback gorilla "Cecil" debuts at San Francisco Zoo

New silverback gorilla "Cecil" debuts at San Francisco Zoo
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States sue to stop Trump cancellation of $7 billion solar grant program

Nearly two dozen states are suing the Trump administration over its cancellation of a $7 billion grant program aimed at expanding solar energy in low-income communities, according to court

States sue to stop Trump cancellation of $7 billion solar grant program
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Energy Department offers $1.6 billion loan guarantee to upgrade transmission lines across Midwest

The Department of Energy says it has finalized a $1.6 billion loan guarantee to a subsidiary of one of the nation’s largest power companies to upgrade nearly 5,000 miles of transmission lines across five states, mostly in the Midwest, for largely fossil fuel-run energy

Energy Department offers $1.6 billion loan guarantee to upgrade transmission lines across Midwest
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Siku, Lincoln Park Zoo polar bear, is moving to Madison, Wisconsin

Siku, Lincoln Park Zoo polar bear, is moving to Madison, Wisconsin

Siku, Lincoln Park Zoo polar bear, is moving to Madison, Wisconsin
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Obesity remains high in the US, but more states are showing progress, a new report finds

For the first time in more than a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity of 35% or more has dropped

Obesity remains high in the US, but more states are showing progress, a new report finds
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America is in a literacy crisis. Is AI the solution or part of the problem?

America is in a literacy crisis. Is AI the solution or part of the problem?

America is in a literacy crisis. Is AI the solution or part of the problem?
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Double amputee wears backward-facing prosthetics; researchers hope method could help others

Double amputee wears backward-facing prosthetics; researchers hope method could help others

Double amputee wears backward-facing prosthetics; researchers hope method could help others
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DNA on a smoothie straw is ‘100% match’ for a man now indicted for teen’s 1984 cold case murder, prosecutors say

DNA on a smoothie straw is ‘100% match’ for a man now indicted for teen’s 1984 cold case murder, prosecutors say

DNA on a smoothie straw is ‘100% match’ for a man now indicted for teen’s 1984 cold case murder, prosecutors say
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Microsoft launches new AI upgrades to Windows 11, boosting Copilot

Microsoft on Thursday rolled out a series of artificial intelligence upgrades to Windows 11 that would make its Copilot AI assistant more appealing to users by making it easier to automate

Microsoft launches new AI upgrades to Windows 11, boosting Copilot
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North America's LNG export capacity could more than double by 2029, EIA says

Liquefied natural gas exporters in the U.S. have announced plans to more than double U.S. liquefaction capacity, adding an estimated 13.9 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) by 2029, the U.S

North America's LNG export capacity could more than double by 2029, EIA says
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AI fizzes and banks are buoyant

By Mike Dolan What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets A combination of ongoing optimism over the AI boom, impressive U.S. bank earnings and an

AI fizzes and banks are buoyant
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Chip stocks rise after TSMC's rosy outlook on strong AI demand

Semiconductor stocks advanced on Thursday after top contract chipmaker TSMC issued a rosy forecast, fanning optimism about demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure in a week of

Chip stocks rise after TSMC's rosy outlook on strong AI demand
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Microsoft pushes AI updates in Windows 11 as it ends support for Windows 10

Microsoft is encouraging people to talk to their laptops with new AI updates to Windows 11

Microsoft pushes AI updates in Windows 11 as it ends support for Windows 10
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Gun safety advocates warn of a surge in untraceable 3D-printed weapons in the US

Police in a handful of big cities have seen an increase in 3D printed guns over the last few years

Gun safety advocates warn of a surge in untraceable 3D-printed weapons in the US
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Stethoscope, meet AI – helping doctors hear hidden sounds to better diagnose disease

With the help of AI, doctors might be able to detect heart disease before it becomes audible to the human ear.

Stethoscope, meet AI – helping doctors hear hidden sounds to better diagnose disease
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Why and how does personality emerge? Studying the evolution of individuality using thousands of fruit flies

Variability in traits and increased individuality in behaviors is something that can evolve in response to selection, definitely in the lab and potentially also in nature.

Why and how does personality emerge? Studying the evolution of individuality using thousands of fruit flies
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TSMC Q3 profit jumps 39.1% to record, beats expectations

TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, posted a 39.1% jump in third-quarter net profit on Thursday, beating market forecasts and hitting a record as it benefited from surging

TSMC Q3 profit jumps 39.1% to record, beats expectations
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More young people are getting early-onset colorectal cancer. 5 things to know

More young people are getting early-onset colorectal cancer. 5 things to know

More young people are getting early-onset colorectal cancer. 5 things to know
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2 green comets shine bright. How to spot them in the night sky

Two bright green comets are streaming through the skies and are visible to skygazers in the Northern Hemisphere

2 green comets shine bright. How to spot them in the night sky
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TSMC raises revenue forecast on bullish outlook for AI megatrend

TSMC, the world's biggest producer of advanced chips, raised its full-year revenue forecast on Thursday on a bullish outlook for spending

TSMC raises revenue forecast on bullish outlook for AI megatrend
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Zombies, jiangshi, draugrs, revenants − monster lore is filled with metaphors for public health

The ways in which zombies are spawned − and contained − reflect a range of public health principles.

Zombies, jiangshi, draugrs, revenants − monster lore is filled with metaphors for public health
Health|Science

HIV rates are highest in the American South, despite effective treatments – a clash between culture and public health

Over half of new HIV diagnoses in the US are in the South. Black men who have sex with men are hit the hardest; for them, preventing HIV is a matter of trust, identity, family and faith.

HIV rates are highest in the American South, despite effective treatments – a clash between culture and public health
Economy|Environment|Science

FEMA buyouts vs. risky real estate: New maps reveal post-flood migration patterns across the US

In general, people are moving to safer homes after disasters, but the vast majority are selling, meaning someone else is now taking on that risk. Buyout programs can help.

FEMA buyouts vs. risky real estate: New maps reveal post-flood migration patterns across the US
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Why countries struggle to quit fossil fuels, despite higher costs and 30 years of climate talks and treaties

The International Energy Agency expects global renewable energy capacity to double by 2030, even with lower growth in the US, but fossil fuels still dominate.

Why countries struggle to quit fossil fuels, despite higher costs and 30 years of climate talks and treaties
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The ‘Chicago rat hole’ sparked internet fervor in 2024. Now, scientists have found the culprit

The ‘Chicago rat hole’ sparked internet fervor in 2024. Now, scientists have found the culprit

The ‘Chicago rat hole’ sparked internet fervor in 2024. Now, scientists have found the culprit
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US energy department ends grant for American Battery's lithium hydroxide project

American Battery Technology said on Wednesday the U.S.

US energy department ends grant for American Battery's lithium hydroxide project
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Greer, Bessent blast China's rare earths curbs, urge Beijing not to implement them

Top U.S. officials on Wednesday blasted China's major expansion of rare earth export controls as a threat to global supply chains, but said

Greer, Bessent blast China's rare earths curbs, urge Beijing not to implement them
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What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?

A mosquito-borne virus more common in South America has been detected in the United States

What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?
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Ah, rats! Researchers say some other critter likely created Chicago's 'rat hole' sidewalk landmark

Ah, rats

Ah, rats! Researchers say some other critter likely created Chicago's 'rat hole' sidewalk landmark
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Alaska airlifting hundreds from storm-devastated coastal villages

Officials say one of the “most significant” airlifts in Alaska history is underway to evacuate hundreds of people from storm-devastated coastal towns

Alaska airlifting hundreds from storm-devastated coastal villages
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How investigators have used Rapid DNA analysis to identify 14 of the Tennessee explosion victims

How investigators have used Rapid DNA analysis to identify 14 of the Tennessee explosion victims

How investigators have used Rapid DNA analysis to identify 14 of the Tennessee explosion victims
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Faulty engineering led to implosion of Titan submersible headed to Titanic wreckage, NTSB finds

The National Transportation Safety Board says faulty engineering led to the implosion of an experimental submersible that killed five people en route to the wreck of the Titanic

Faulty engineering led to implosion of Titan submersible headed to Titanic wreckage, NTSB finds
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Mississippi executes a man convicted of raping and killing a college student

A Mississippi man convicted of kidnapping, raping and killing a 20-year-old community college student was put to death Wednesday evening at the Mississippi State Penitentiary in Parchman

Mississippi executes a man convicted of raping and killing a college student
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Judge dismisses young climate activists’ lawsuit challenging Trump on fossil fuels

A federal judge in Montana has dismissed a lawsuit from young climate activists seeking to block President Donald Trump’s executive orders promoting fossil fuels

Judge dismisses young climate activists’ lawsuit challenging Trump on fossil fuels
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Jaguars coach Liam Coen downplays any jet lag edge over Rams, who arrive Saturday in London

Jet lag researchers might want to keep an eye on Sunday’s game in London between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Los Angeles Rams at Wembley Stadium

Jaguars coach Liam Coen downplays any jet lag edge over Rams, who arrive Saturday in London
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Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration

Democratic governors from 14 states and Guam have launched a new public health alliance

Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration
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Beekeepers fight to save America's bees amid growing colony collapse

Beekeepers fight to save America's bees amid growing colony collapse

Beekeepers fight to save America's bees amid growing colony collapse
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Oak wilt found for first time in Milwaukee County park system

Oak wilt found for first time in Milwaukee County park system

Oak wilt found for first time in Milwaukee County park system
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Anthropic aims to nearly triple annualized revenue in 2026, sources say

Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic is projecting to more than double and potentially nearly triple its annualized revenue run rate next year,

Anthropic aims to nearly triple annualized revenue in 2026, sources say
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Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, may add variety and value to an exercise routine when done safely

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
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UN agency says CO2 levels hit record high last year, causing more extreme weather

The United Nations weather agency said carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere reached record highs last year, intensifying climate change and extreme weather

UN agency says CO2 levels hit record high last year, causing more extreme weather
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Boy celebrates being cancer-free with the help of breakthrough drug

Boy celebrates being cancer-free with the help of breakthrough drug

Boy celebrates being cancer-free with the help of breakthrough drug
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Meta taps Arm Holdings to power AI recommendations across Facebook, Instagram

Meta Platforms said it is partnering with chip tech provider Arm Holdings to power the systems that drive personalization across its apps, including Facebook and Instagram, as companies

Meta taps Arm Holdings to power AI recommendations across Facebook, Instagram
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US tech startup Anthropic unveils cheaper model to widen AI's appeal

Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has overhauled its smallest AI model, Haiku, as companies increasingly opt for AI systems that are nearly as capable as the

US tech startup Anthropic unveils cheaper model to widen AI's appeal
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Meta commits $1.5 billion for AI data center in Texas

Meta Platforms said on Wednesday it would invest $1.5 billion in a data center in Texas, breaking ground at its 29th such facility globally, as the social media giant

Meta commits $1.5 billion for AI data center in Texas
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Apple rolls out devices with more powerful M5 chip

Apple unveiled a series of product updates on Wednesday, including a refreshed MacBook Pro, an iPad Pro and a second generation of the Vision Pro headset, as it embeds its latest M5 chip

Apple rolls out devices with more powerful M5 chip
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UK's Nscale to supply Microsoft with 200,000 Nvidia AI chips

Nscale will deploy around 200,000 Nvidia AI chips under an expanded agreement with Microsoft across its data centers in Europe and the U.S., the British artificial intelligence group said

UK's Nscale to supply Microsoft with 200,000 Nvidia AI chips
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Archer Aviation to buy Lilium's 300-patent portfolio for $21 million, shares jump

Air taxi firm Archer Aviation on Wednesday said that it has won a bid to acquire rival Lilium's portfolio of about 300 advanced air mobility patent assets for 18 million euros ($20.91

Archer Aviation to buy Lilium's 300-patent portfolio for $21 million, shares jump
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US state governors launch alliance to bolster coordination on public health

A coalition of 15 U.S. state governors representing more than a third of the country's population has launched a new bipartisan alliance on Wednesday, aimed at improving

US state governors launch alliance to bolster coordination on public health
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BlackRock, Nvidia-backed group strikes $40 billion AI data center deal

An investor group including BlackRock, Microsoft and Nvidia is buying one of the world's biggest data center operators with nearly 80 facilities in a deal

BlackRock, Nvidia-backed group strikes $40 billion AI data center deal
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First known hand fossils of extinct human relative reveal ‘surprising’ features

First known hand fossils of extinct human relative reveal ‘surprising’ features

First known hand fossils of extinct human relative reveal ‘surprising’ features
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Germany, France sign deal for satellite-based early warning system

Germany and France on Wednesday signed an implementation agreement for a satellite-based early warning system called Odin's Eye, which is meant to significantly improve Europe's

Germany, France sign deal for satellite-based early warning system
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MIT spinout Vertical Semiconductor raises $11 million for AI power chip tech

Vertical Semiconductor, a startup spun out of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on

MIT spinout Vertical Semiconductor raises $11 million for AI power chip tech
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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupts, spewing ash 10 km into the sky

Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupted on Wednesday, shooting volcanic ash 10 km (6.2 miles) into the sky, the country's volcanology agency said, forcing authorities to raise

Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupts, spewing ash 10 km into the sky
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Novo Nordisk signs up to $2.1 billion licensing deal with Omeros in rare disease push

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk and Omeros have signed a licensing deal worth up to $2.1 billion for the U.S.-based company's experimental drug, which is being developed for rare blood and

Novo Nordisk signs up to $2.1 billion licensing deal with Omeros in rare disease push
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Group including Nvidia, BlackRock buying Aligned Data Centers in deal worth about $40 billion

A group including BlackRock, Nvidia and Microsoft is buying Aligned Data Centers in an approximately $40 billion deal in an effort to expand next-generation cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure

Group including Nvidia, BlackRock buying Aligned Data Centers in deal worth about $40 billion
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Scientists identified 5 sleep profiles. A doctor explains what they mean for your health

Scientists identified 5 sleep profiles. A doctor explains what they mean for your health

Scientists identified 5 sleep profiles. A doctor explains what they mean for your health
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Scientists hope underwater fiber-optic cables can help save endangered orcas

Scientists from the University of Washington recently deployed a little over 1 mile of fiber-optic cable in the Salish Sea to test whether internet cables can monitor endangered orcas

Scientists hope underwater fiber-optic cables can help save endangered orcas
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Yes, ADHD diagnoses are rising, but that doesn’t mean it’s overdiagnosed

ADHD symptoms occur on a continuum and can fluctuate dramatically based on life circumstances such as transitions to middle school, stress levels and even sleep.

Yes, ADHD diagnoses are rising, but that doesn’t mean it’s overdiagnosed
Science|Technology

Our team of physicists inadvertently generated the shortest X-ray pulses ever observed

Super short X-ray pulses help scientists study materials at the atomic level. Researchers found that certain lasing effects can make these pulses even shorter.

Our team of physicists inadvertently generated the shortest X-ray pulses ever observed
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Focused sound energy holds promise for treating cancer, Alzheimer’s and other diseases

Ultrasound is perhaps best known as an imaging technique to monitor pregnancy or disease. When these sound waves are highly concentrated, however, they can be used to treat a host of diseases.

Focused sound energy holds promise for treating cancer, Alzheimer’s and other diseases
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Concerns about AI-written police reports spur states to regulate the emerging practice

AI-generated police reports promise to save cops time, but they also raise a host of legal and technical concerns.

Concerns about AI-written police reports spur states to regulate the emerging practice
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Winning with misinformation: New research identifies link between endorsing easily disproven claims and prioritizing symbolic strength

Conversations around misinformation that assume everyone cares about literal truth may be missing the point.

Winning with misinformation: New research identifies link between endorsing easily disproven claims and prioritizing symbolic strength
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Supreme Court redistricting ruling could upend decades of voting rights law – and tilt the balance of power in Washington

A case being argued at the US Supreme Court could undo one of the last remaining protections for minority voters in a Civil Rights-era voting law.

Supreme Court redistricting ruling could upend decades of voting rights law – and tilt the balance of power in Washington
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Cerebras aims to deploy AI infrastructure for massive Stargate UAE data centre hub

AI chip startup Cerebras Systems aims to deploy its

Cerebras aims to deploy AI infrastructure for massive Stargate UAE data centre hub
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ChatGPT update will allow ‘erotica’ for verified adult users

ChatGPT update will allow ‘erotica’ for verified adult users

ChatGPT update will allow ‘erotica’ for verified adult users
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California engineer wins pumpkin contest with 2,346-pound gourd

A California engineer and gardening enthusiast has won the top prize at a pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California

California engineer wins pumpkin contest with 2,346-pound gourd
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Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing service in London next year

Alphabet's Waymo plans to launch its fully driverless ride-hailing service in London in 2026, the robotaxi firm said on Wednesday, as it looks to expand its footprint to major international

Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing service in London next year
Health|Science|Technology

Respiratory virus season has arrived. What to know about getting this year’s vaccines

Respiratory virus season has arrived. What to know about getting this year’s vaccines

Respiratory virus season has arrived. What to know about getting this year’s vaccines
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China's Sicarrier unit unveils new chip design software, media reports

A subsidiary of SiCarrier, a Chinese chip equipment maker with close links to Huawei, unveiled two domestically developed software products for semiconductor designs, the latest

China's Sicarrier unit unveils new chip design software, media reports
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Ghostly shot of hyena wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Ghostly shot of hyena wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Ghostly shot of hyena wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year award
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Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano unleashes new burst of hot ash

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, is erupting for a second straight day, spewing towering columns of hot ash 6 miles high

Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano unleashes new burst of hot ash
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Malaysia to discuss sectoral tariffs with U.S. at ASEAN summit, state media reports

Malaysia will hold talks with the U.S. secretary of commerce on sectoral tariffs, including on semiconductors, during a meeting of the ASEAN regional bloc next week, Malaysian

Malaysia to discuss sectoral tariffs with U.S. at ASEAN summit, state media reports
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Pfizer CEO says US pharma industry needs to collaborate with China

Pfizer Chief Executive Albert Bourla said on Tuesday that the U.S. pharmaceutical industry needs to collaborate with China’s, where speedy processes have vaulted

Pfizer CEO says US pharma industry needs to collaborate with China
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Rare October storm in Southern California prompts evacuations and causes freeway accidents

A rare October storm has pummeled Southern California with several inches of rain

Rare October storm in Southern California prompts evacuations and causes freeway accidents
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Britain must urgently prepare for hotter temperatures, climate advisers warn

Britain must urgently prepare for global warming of at least 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels by 2050, its climate advisers said on Wednesday, warning

Britain must urgently prepare for hotter temperatures, climate advisers warn
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Intel signals return to AI race with new chip to launch next year

Intel announced on Tuesday a new artificial intelligence chip for the data center that it plans to launch next year, in a renewed push to break into the AI chip market.

Intel signals return to AI race with new chip to launch next year
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Drought has muted this year's leaf-peeping season, but pockets of brilliant colors remain

Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have muted this year’s autumn colors, and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual

Drought has muted this year's leaf-peeping season, but pockets of brilliant colors remain
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Work to restore link to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant begins this week, Russian official says

A Russian official said on Tuesday that work would begin this week to restore external power links to the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station, which has been running on

Work to restore link to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant begins this week, Russian official says
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OpenAI to allow mature content on ChatGPT for adult verified users starting December

OpenAI will allow mature content for ChatGPT users who verify their age on the platform starting in December, CEO Sam Altman said, after the chatbot was made restrictive for users in mental

OpenAI to allow mature content on ChatGPT for adult verified users starting December
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Tropical Storm Lorenzo weakens over open water in the Atlantic Ocean

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Lorenzo has weakened as it churns over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean and is not threatening land

Tropical Storm Lorenzo weakens over open water in the Atlantic Ocean
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Trump administration quietly canceled the nation’s largest solar project

Trump administration quietly canceled the nation’s largest solar project

Trump administration quietly canceled the nation’s largest solar project
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OpenAI partners with Walmart to let users buy products in ChatGPT, furthering chatbot shopping push

OpenAI is partnering with Walmart to allow shoppers to make purchases directly within ChatGPT, furthering the artificial intelligence company’s push to turn its chatbot into a virtual merchant as it seeks to boost revenue

OpenAI partners with Walmart to let users buy products in ChatGPT, furthering chatbot shopping push
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Lack of weather data due to Trump’s budget cuts impacted forecast for deadly Alaska storm

Lack of weather data due to Trump’s budget cuts impacted forecast for deadly Alaska storm

Lack of weather data due to Trump’s budget cuts impacted forecast for deadly Alaska storm
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Flamingos are making a home in Florida again after 100 years – an ecologist explains why they may be returning for good

The gradual return of flamingos to Florida coincides with long-term efforts to restore the Everglades and the state’s coastal ecosystems.

Flamingos are making a home in Florida again after 100 years – an ecologist explains why they may be returning for good
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Firefighter credits department’s mandatory cancer screening for saving his life

Firefighter credits department’s mandatory cancer screening for saving his life

Firefighter credits department’s mandatory cancer screening for saving his life
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SpaceX launches Starship megarocket’s 11th test flight

SpaceX’s Starship megarocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built, successfully completed an hour-long test flight. The company has had a rocky year of test missions with this generation of Starship prototype, called Version 2.

SpaceX launches Starship megarocket’s 11th test flight
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US senator seeks Commerce Department investigation into Singapore-based Megaspeed

U.S.

US senator seeks Commerce Department investigation into Singapore-based Megaspeed
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Oil bosses expect market surplus to shrink over time

The global oil market is set to tighten in the medium to longer term, recovering from short-term weakness, executives from oil majors and trading houses said on

Oil bosses expect market surplus to shrink over time
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Typhoon leaves flooded Alaska villages facing a storm recovery far tougher than most Americans will ever experience

‘As the storm approached Alaska, everything went sideways,’ leaving people no time to evacuate and little time to prepare. An Alaska meteorologist explains what happened and the challenges ahead.

Typhoon leaves flooded Alaska villages facing a storm recovery far tougher than most Americans will ever experience
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What are climate tipping points? They sound scary, especially for ice sheets and oceans, but there’s still room for optimism

A report warns that coral reefs may have reached their tipping point, and ice sheets, ocean currents and the Amazon are at growing risk. But, what does that actually mean?

What are climate tipping points? They sound scary, especially for ice sheets and oceans, but there’s still room for optimism
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Japanese semiconductor company Renesas explores $2 billion sale of timing unit

Renesas Electronics Corp. is exploring a sale of its timing division in a deal that could value the business at close to $2 billion, according to people familiar

Japanese semiconductor company Renesas explores $2 billion sale of timing unit
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China's rare earth curbs put Europe's auto industry at risk, Italian lobby says

Expected new Chinese curbs on rare earth metal exports could have a significant impact on the European auto industry, the head of Italian auto part maker lobby ANFIA said on Tuesday,

China's rare earth curbs put Europe's auto industry at risk, Italian lobby says
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J&J to spin off orthopedics business, sees 2026 sales growth of over 5%

Johnson & Johnson said on Tuesday it plans to separate its orthopedics business into a standalone company within the next 18 to 24 months, marking its second major

J&J to spin off orthopedics business, sees 2026 sales growth of over 5%
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Private school using AI instead of teachers to teach students

Private school using AI instead of teachers to teach students

Private school using AI instead of teachers to teach students
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Scouts will now be able to earn badges in AI and cybersecurity

Scouts will now be able to earn badges in AI and cybersecurity

Scouts will now be able to earn badges in AI and cybersecurity
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Oracle and AMD expand a partnership with deals in the artificial intelligence sector booming

Oracle and Advanced Micro Devices are expanding their partnership with the deployment of 50,000 AMD graphic processing units next year, with further expansion to follow

Oracle and AMD expand a partnership with deals in the artificial intelligence sector booming
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Salesforce deepens AI ties with OpenAI, Anthropic to power Agentforce platform

Salesforce expanded partnerships with OpenAI and Anthropic to integrate their frontier AI models into its Agentforce 360 platform, aiming to deliver enterprise-grade AI tools to a wider

Salesforce deepens AI ties with OpenAI, Anthropic to power Agentforce platform
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AI investment boom may lead to bust, but not likely systemic crisis, IMF chief economist says

The U.S. artificial intelligence investment boom may be followed by a dot-com-style bust, but it is less likely to be a systemic event that would crater the U.S.

AI investment boom may lead to bust, but not likely systemic crisis, IMF chief economist says
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Astronomers discover rare double-ringed odd radio circle in space

Astronomers discover rare double-ringed odd radio circle in space

Astronomers discover rare double-ringed odd radio circle in space
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Canada's Horizon Aircraft picks Pratt & Whitney engine for its hybrid aircraft

Horizon Aircraft has agreed to buy Pratt & Whitney Canada's PT6A engine for its hybrid vertical takeoff aircraft, it said on Tuesday.

Canada's Horizon Aircraft picks Pratt & Whitney engine for its hybrid aircraft
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Oracle to offer cloud services using AMD's upcoming AI chips

Oracle will offer cloud services using Advanced Micro Devices' upcoming MI450 artificial intelligence chips, the companies said on Tuesday, as they rush to tap the booming demand for

Oracle to offer cloud services using AMD's upcoming AI chips
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Broadcom to launch new networking chip, as battle with Nvidia intensifies

By Max A.

Broadcom to launch new networking chip, as battle with Nvidia intensifies
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Industrial facilities owned by profitable companies release more of their toxic waste into the environment

Companies with relatively many patents and more employees own facilities that tend to release lower proportions of their toxic waste into the environment.

Industrial facilities owned by profitable companies release more of their toxic waste into the environment
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SpaceX’s megarocket finds redemption after explosive failures. But time may be running out

SpaceX’s megarocket finds redemption after explosive failures. But time may be running out

SpaceX’s megarocket finds redemption after explosive failures. But time may be running out
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AI lab Lila Sciences tops $1.3 billion valuation with new Nvidia backing

AI startup Lila Sciences has raised $115 million in an extension funding round from investors including Nvidia's venture arm, lifting its valuation to more than $1.3 billion,

AI lab Lila Sciences tops $1.3 billion valuation with new Nvidia backing
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Who can get a COVID booster in the US?

The U.S.

Who can get a COVID booster in the US?
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World oil market to see huge glut in 2026, IEA says

The world oil market faces an even bigger surplus next year of as much as 4 million barrels per day as OPEC+ producers and rivals lift output and demand remains

World oil market to see huge glut in 2026, IEA says
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New US COVID guidelines add confusion, complications for Americans seeking shots

Americans headed to pharmacies for COVID-19 vaccines are running into roadblocks and confusion due to new U.S. guidance that abandoned broad support for the shots,

New US COVID guidelines add confusion, complications for Americans seeking shots
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Nations meet to consider regulations to drive a green transition in shipping

Maritime nations have gathered in London to discuss regulations aimed at reducing shipping emissions

Nations meet to consider regulations to drive a green transition in shipping
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Europe's airline CEOs call for more support meeting green goals

Chief executives of Europe's airlines called for more European Union support to increase the supply of green jet fuel and improve subsidies for its creation.

Europe's airline CEOs call for more support meeting green goals
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Trump's Tylenol claims limit M&A options for parent company Kenvue

Tylenol maker Kenvue was already having a painful year before U.S. President Donald Trump and his health secretary got involved.

Trump's Tylenol claims limit M&A options for parent company Kenvue
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US biotech Nabla Bio, Japan's Takeda expand AI drug design partnership

U.S. biotech firm Nabla Bio said on Tuesday it has signed a second major research partnership with Japanese drugmaker Takeda Pharmaceutical, deepening their use of

US biotech Nabla Bio, Japan's Takeda expand AI drug design partnership
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China is making it harder to get rare earth magnet export licenses, sources say

Chinese rare earth magnet companies have been facing tighter scrutiny on export license applications since September, sources say, even before Beijing's move last week to expand

China is making it harder to get rare earth magnet export licenses, sources say
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Google to spend $15 billion on AI data centre in biggest India investment

Google said on Tuesday it would invest $15 billion over five years to set up an artificial intelligence data centre in India's southern state of Andhra Pradesh

Google to spend $15 billion on AI data centre in biggest India investment
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Tropical Storm Lorenzo gets slightly stronger in the Atlantic Ocean but isn't threatening land

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Lorenzo has gotten slightly stronger in the central tropical Atlantic Ocean but still is not threatening land

Tropical Storm Lorenzo gets slightly stronger in the Atlantic Ocean but isn't threatening land
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Chipmaking supplier ASML set to ride AI megadeals wave

Multi-billion dollar deals between AI firms and computer chipmakers are expected to strengthen top semiconductor equipment maker ASML's outlook when it

Chipmaking supplier ASML set to ride AI megadeals wave
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WHO warns of contaminated India cough syrups

The World Health Organization on Monday issued a health advisory warning about three contaminated cough syrups identified in

WHO warns of contaminated India cough syrups
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Dallas ICE facility shooter feared radiation exposure and practiced shooting, records show

Newly released records reveal details about the gunman who attacked a Dallas immigration facility in September

Dallas ICE facility shooter feared radiation exposure and practiced shooting, records show
Food|Health|Science

Can you really be addicted to food? Researchers are uncovering convincing similarities to drug addiction

A consensus is emerging among scientists that certain foods are addictive for some people. But questions remain about which foods, which people and why.

Can you really be addicted to food? Researchers are uncovering convincing similarities to drug addiction
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At least 3 dead as dayslong nor’easter brings final surge of coastal flooding to Jersey Shore

At least 3 dead as dayslong nor’easter brings final surge of coastal flooding to Jersey Shore

At least 3 dead as dayslong nor’easter brings final surge of coastal flooding to Jersey Shore
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World falling far behind deforestation goals with farms and fires driving loss, report says

The world is falling far behind a global goal to reverse deforestation by 2030, with losses being largely driven by agricultural expansion and forest fires,

World falling far behind deforestation goals with farms and fires driving loss, report says
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SpaceX completes 11th Starship test before debuting upgraded prototype

Elon Musk's SpaceX launched its 11th Starship rocket from Texas on Monday and landed it in the Indian Ocean, the last flight before the company begins test-

SpaceX completes 11th Starship test before debuting upgraded prototype
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SpaceX launches the 11th test flight of its mega Starship rocket with another win

SpaceX has launched another of its mammoth Starship rockets on a test flight

SpaceX launches the 11th test flight of its mega Starship rocket with another win
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China and the US have long collaborated in 'open research.' Some in Congress say that must change

U.S. lawmakers and national security officials are increasingly alarmed that long-standing research ties between the U.S. and China could give China an advantage when it comes to developing new military technology

China and the US have long collaborated in 'open research.' Some in Congress say that must change
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Trio win Nobel economics prize for work on innovation, growth and 'creative destruction'

Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won the 2025 Nobel

Trio win Nobel economics prize for work on innovation, growth and 'creative destruction'
Health|Political|Science

Federal employees in mental health and disease control were among targets in weekend firings

Federal employees working on mental health services, disease outbreaks and disaster preparedness were among those hit by the Trump administration’s mass firings over the weekend

Federal employees in mental health and disease control were among targets in weekend firings
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Nobel economics prize goes to 3 researchers for explaining innovation-driven economic growth

Three researchers who probed the process of business innovation have won the Nobel memorial prize in economics for explaining how new products and inventions promote economic growth and human welfare, even as they leave older companies in the dust

Nobel economics prize goes to 3 researchers for explaining innovation-driven economic growth
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Global smartphone shipments rise in third-quarter on AI-driven upgrades

-Global smartphone shipments grew 2.6% in the third quarter this year, fueled by strong consumer demand for premium and AI-enabled devices, according to preliminary data from the International Data

Global smartphone shipments rise in third-quarter on AI-driven upgrades
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IMF's Georgieva says countries lack regulatory, ethical foundation for AI

Countries around the world lack the regulatory and ethical foundation to deal with the rapid advent of artificial intelligence, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva

IMF's Georgieva says countries lack regulatory, ethical foundation for AI
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FDA clears blood test to help rule out Alzheimer’s disease in people showing symptoms

FDA clears blood test to help rule out Alzheimer’s disease in people showing symptoms

FDA clears blood test to help rule out Alzheimer’s disease in people showing symptoms
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NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to lay off about 550 workers

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory said on Monday it will cut nearly 550 jobs as part of a restructuring, not related to the current U.S. government shutdown.

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to lay off about 550 workers
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OpenAI partners with Broadcom to design its own AI chips

OpenAI has announced a collaboration with chipmaker Broadcom to design its own AI computer chips

OpenAI partners with Broadcom to design its own AI chips
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JPMorgan to invest up to $10 billion in US national security as part of $1.5 trillion pledge

JPMorgan Chase announced plans on Monday to hire bankers and invest up to $10 billion in U.S. companies critical to national security and economic resilience as part

JPMorgan to invest up to $10 billion in US national security as part of $1.5 trillion pledge
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In rare move, Dutch government takes control of China-owned chipmaker Nexperia

The Dutch government has taken control of Chinese-owned computer chipmaker Nexperia, ratcheting up tensions with Beijing as a global fight brews over technology

In rare move, Dutch government takes control of China-owned chipmaker Nexperia
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The Caribbean beach where jetliners roar in over your head

The Caribbean beach where jetliners roar in over your head

The Caribbean beach where jetliners roar in over your head
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Why birds sang after a total solar eclipse, according to new research

Why birds sang after a total solar eclipse, according to new research

Why birds sang after a total solar eclipse, according to new research
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Federal agencies are studying safety of abortion drug mifepristone, driving new concerns about limits on access

Federal agencies are studying safety of abortion drug mifepristone, driving new concerns about limits on access

Federal agencies are studying safety of abortion drug mifepristone, driving new concerns about limits on access
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The planet has entered a ‘new reality’ as it hits its first climate tipping point, landmark report finds

The planet has entered a ‘new reality’ as it hits its first climate tipping point, landmark report finds

The planet has entered a ‘new reality’ as it hits its first climate tipping point, landmark report finds
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Roche, Lilly's blood test for Alzheimer's diagnosis gets US approval

Roche Diagnostics said on Monday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration cleared its and partner Eli Lilly's blood test as an aid in the initial assessment for Alzheimer's disease.

Roche, Lilly's blood test for Alzheimer's diagnosis gets US approval
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Power Integrations joins work with Nvidia on power supply push 

Power Integrations, a niche chipmaker that provides chips for handling power, on Monday said it is working with

Power Integrations joins work with Nvidia on power supply push 
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OpenAI taps Broadcom to build its first AI processor in latest chip deal

By Max A.

OpenAI taps Broadcom to build its first AI processor in latest chip deal
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Sora 2 and ChatGPT are consuming so much power that OpenAI just did another 10 gigawatt deal

Sora 2 and ChatGPT are consuming so much power that OpenAI just did another 10 gigawatt deal

Sora 2 and ChatGPT are consuming so much power that OpenAI just did another 10 gigawatt deal
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‘Space tornadoes’ could cause geomagnetic storms – but these phenomena, spun off ejections from the Sun, aren’t easy to study

Unprecedented simulations show the formation of space tornadoes capable of causing strong geomagnetic storms around Earth, calling for earlier and more accurate warnings.

‘Space tornadoes’ could cause geomagnetic storms – but these phenomena, spun off ejections from the Sun, aren’t easy to study
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Salesforce boosts AI capabilities with global launch of Agentforce 360

Salesforce said on Monday its artificial intelligence platform "Agentforce 360" would be available globally across its suite of cloud-based tools to help clients automate routine tasks.

Salesforce boosts AI capabilities with global launch of Agentforce 360
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3-legged lizards can thrive against all odds, challenging assumptions about how evolution works in the wild

Most lizards probably don’t survive devastating injuries. But a new study documents 122 cases of limb loss across 58 species – these exceptions shine a new light on natural selection.

3-legged lizards can thrive against all odds, challenging assumptions about how evolution works in the wild
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Far fewer Americans support political violence than recent polls suggest

Well-known flaws in conventional polling methods may be creating the incorrect perception that many Americans think political violence is justified.

Far fewer Americans support political violence than recent polls suggest
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NASA has a wild plan to return astronauts to the moon. Here’s why experts are starting to worry

NASA has a wild plan to return astronauts to the moon. Here’s why experts are starting to worry

NASA has a wild plan to return astronauts to the moon. Here’s why experts are starting to worry
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TSMC Q3 profit expected to soar 28% on AI spending boom

TSMC, the world's largest manufacturer of advanced artificial intelligence chips, is expected to post a 28% jump in third-quarter profit to a record

TSMC Q3 profit expected to soar 28% on AI spending boom
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WHO warns of surging levels of antibiotic resistance

One in six laboratory-confirmed bacterial infections are resistant to antibiotic treatments, the World Health Organization said on Monday, calling for the medicines to be used more

WHO warns of surging levels of antibiotic resistance
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CDC walks back hundreds of firings as US shutdown persists

(This Oct 11 story has been refiled without any changes to the text.)

CDC walks back hundreds of firings as US shutdown persists
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Fintech and AI drive London finance job vacancy growth in Q3, recruiter says

A boom at financial technology firms and growing demand to get to grips with artificial intelligence lifted financial sector job vacancy numbers in London in the third-quarter, Morgan

Fintech and AI drive London finance job vacancy growth in Q3, recruiter says
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North Korea likely received help from Russia on submarines, South Korea minister says

North Korea has likely received technical help from Russia for its submarine development, South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back told parliament on Monday.

North Korea likely received help from Russia on submarines, South Korea minister says
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A Japanese Pinot Noir town blessed by climate change now worries about the weather

Climate change has helped make the small Japanese town of Yoichi the toast of Pinot Noir connoisseurs, with gradually warming temperatures encouraging

A Japanese Pinot Noir town blessed by climate change now worries about the weather
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US FDA adds label warning to J&J's and Legend Biotech's cancer therapy

The U.S.

US FDA adds label warning to J&J's and Legend Biotech's cancer therapy
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Climate tipping points are being crossed, scientists warn ahead of COP30

Global warming is crossing dangerous thresholds sooner than expected with the world’s coral reefs now in an almost irreversible die-off, marking what scientists

Climate tipping points are being crossed, scientists warn ahead of COP30
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine accuses Russia of deliberately severing external link to Zaporizhzhia plant

Ukraine's foreign minister accused Russia on Sunday of deliberately severing the external power line to the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station in order to link the plant to

Ukraine accuses Russia of deliberately severing external link to Zaporizhzhia plant
Environment|Science|World

Natural World Heritage sites under growing threat, but bright spots remain

Many of these extraordinary places are increasingly at risk due to escalating climate change, invasive species, and and a lack of consistent funding to protect them.

Natural World Heritage sites under growing threat, but bright spots remain
Health|Science|World

More than half of CDC staffers recently fired by Trump administration have been reinstated

More than half of CDC staffers recently fired by Trump administration have been reinstated

More than half of CDC staffers recently fired by Trump administration have been reinstated
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'Tron: Ares' tops box office but falls short of expectations with $33.5 million debut

"Tron: Ares" has powered up the box office grid, taking the top spot this weekend

'Tron: Ares' tops box office but falls short of expectations with $33.5 million debut
Health|Science|World

Global life expectancy is back to pre-pandemic levels, but deaths among teens and young adults are rising

Global life expectancy is back to pre-pandemic levels, but deaths among teens and young adults are rising

Global life expectancy is back to pre-pandemic levels, but deaths among teens and young adults are rising