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Today: February 04, 2026

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What happens when your immune system hijacks your brain

Sometimes our immune system runs amok and attacks the organ that makes us “us” — the brain

What happens when your immune system hijacks your brain
Health|Science

CDC website changed to include false claims that link autism and vaccines

CDC website changed to include false claims that link autism and vaccines

CDC website changed to include false claims that link autism and vaccines
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North Korean operatives running fake job portal targeting US AI firms

North Korean operatives running fake job portal targeting US AI firms

North Korean operatives running fake job portal targeting US AI firms
Health|Lifestyle|Science

If worries keep you from falling back asleep, experts know what to try

If worries keep you from falling back asleep, experts know what to try

If worries keep you from falling back asleep, experts know what to try
Environment|Science|World

A polar vortex disruption is on the way, and its magnitude is almost unheard of in November

A polar vortex disruption is on the way, and its magnitude is almost unheard of in November

A polar vortex disruption is on the way, and its magnitude is almost unheard of in November
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|World

A drying-up Rio Grande basin threatens water security on both sides of the border

Researchers have completed a full accounting of water uses and losses in the Rio Grande-Bravo basin as it faces severe shortages throughout its range in the United States and Mexico

A drying-up Rio Grande basin threatens water security on both sides of the border
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US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients

By Max A.

US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients
Education|Health|Political|Science|World

US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website

The U.S.

US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website
Economy|Environment|Political|Science

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Lobster boats must keep using tracking devices for government observation, court rules

A federal appeals court says the government can continue requiring America’s lobster fishing boats to use electronic tracking devices that report data back to authorities

Lobster boats must keep using tracking devices for government observation, court rules
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Bubble fears ease but investors still waiting for AI to live up to its promise

Fears about the artificial intelligence boom turning into an overblown bubble have diminished for now, thanks to a stellar earnings report from Nvidia

Bubble fears ease but investors still waiting for AI to live up to its promise
Business|Environment|Science|World

Fire disrupts UN climate talks just as negotiators reach critical final days

Fire disrupted United Nations climate talks with just two scheduled days left and negotiators yet to announce any major agreements

Fire disrupts UN climate talks just as negotiators reach critical final days
Science|Technology|World

Are astronomers wrong about dark energy? New study casts doubt on universe’s accelerating expansion

Are astronomers wrong about dark energy? New study casts doubt on universe’s accelerating expansion

Are astronomers wrong about dark energy? New study casts doubt on universe’s accelerating expansion
Health|Science

High-stakes Novo Nordisk Alzheimer's studies could yield answers on GLP-1 benefit

Studies from Novo Nordisk due early next month will give the strongest indication yet of whether blockbuster GLP-1 drugs - a class being used by

High-stakes Novo Nordisk Alzheimer's studies could yield answers on GLP-1 benefit
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Evidence of fatigue cracks a 'major clue' in fatal UPS cargo jet crash, experts say

The National Transportation Safety Board said on Thursday it has found evidence of fatigue cracks in a key part of a UPS MD-11 cargo jet that crashed

Evidence of fatigue cracks a 'major clue' in fatal UPS cargo jet crash, experts say
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

ASML launches technical academy in Phoenix to train in-demand engineers

Chip equipment maker ASML on Thursday launched a technical academy in Phoenix to train engineers to service the Dutch company's complex chipmaking machines. 

ASML launches technical academy in Phoenix to train in-demand engineers
Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 climate summit evacuated after fire disrupts negotiations

A fire that forced an evacuation of the COP30 climate summit in the Brazilian city of Belem on Thursday was under control, officials said, although it was unclear whether

COP30 climate summit evacuated after fire disrupts negotiations
Health|Political|Science|World

UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says

UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says

UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says
Environment|Science|Travel

Here’s where the weather could mess with your Thanksgiving travel plans

Here’s where the weather could mess with your Thanksgiving travel plans

Here’s where the weather could mess with your Thanksgiving travel plans
Business|Economy|Health|Science

As infant botulism cases climb to 31, recalled ByHeart baby formula is still on some store shelves

Health officials say at least 31 babies in 15 states have been treated for botulism as an outbreak tied to ByHeart formula continues to grow

As infant botulism cases climb to 31, recalled ByHeart baby formula is still on some store shelves
Business|Science|Technology|World

NTSB releases frame-by-frame images of engine separating during deadly UPS crash in Louisville

NTSB releases frame-by-frame images of engine separating during deadly UPS crash in Louisville

NTSB releases frame-by-frame images of engine separating during deadly UPS crash in Louisville
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Novartis sees sales boost from key cancer drugs

Swiss drugmaker Novartis on Thursday forecast sales growth of 5% to 6% per year to 2030, on a currency-adjusted basis, as higher forecast peak

Novartis sees sales boost from key cancer drugs
Business|Science|Technology|World

Kremlin says Vladimir Putin does not use AI himself, but that officials who work for him do

Russian President Vladimir Putin does not use artificial intelligence tools himself, but officials who work for him do, the Kremlin said on Thursday.

Kremlin says Vladimir Putin does not use AI himself, but that officials who work for him do
Science|Technology

IBM, Cisco outline plans for networks of quantum computers by early 2030s

IBM and Cisco Systems on Thursday said they plan to link quantum computers over long distances, with the goal of demonstrating the concept is workable by the

IBM, Cisco outline plans for networks of quantum computers by early 2030s
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Nvidia calms the horses, Fed bets evaporate

By Mike Dolan -        What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets As has often been the case over the past two years, Nvidia's forecast-beating

Nvidia calms the horses, Fed bets evaporate
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Moderna takes $1.5 billion loan, expects 10% revenue growth next year

Moderna said on Thursday it secured a five-year loan of $1.5 billion from Ares Management, as it targets up to 10% revenue growth next year.

Moderna takes $1.5 billion loan, expects 10% revenue growth next year
Science|World

UN nuclear watchdog board passes resolution demanding answers, access from Iran

The U.N. nuclear watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors passed a resolution on Thursday saying Iran must inform it "without delay" of the status of its enriched

UN nuclear watchdog board passes resolution demanding answers, access from Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Global tech shares surge as Nvidia's AI boom powers market rally

Global technology shares rallied on Thursday after Nvidia's blow-out quarterly results signaled that demand for artificial intelligence hardware remains strong

Global tech shares surge as Nvidia's AI boom powers market rally
Economy|Political|Science|World

Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US

Iran has asked Saudi Arabia to persuade the U.S. to revive stalled nuclear talks, underlining Tehran's anxiety over a possible repeat of Israeli airstrikes and its

Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

SoftBank to invest $3 billion in Ohio factory for OpenAI data center, The Information reports

SoftBank plans to invest up to $3 billion to overhaul an electric vehicle facility in Lordstown, Ohio, which will produce equipment for OpenAI’s forthcoming data centers after being

SoftBank to invest $3 billion in Ohio factory for OpenAI data center, The Information reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Waymo to broaden US robotaxi footprint with moves into Minneapolis, Tampa, New Orleans

Alphabet's Waymo will expand its robotaxi operations to Minneapolis, Tampa and New Orleans in the coming days, the ride-hailing service provider said on Thursday, as it accelerates the

Waymo to broaden US robotaxi footprint with moves into Minneapolis, Tampa, New Orleans
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

US FCC votes to advance wireless spectrum auction, avoid aviation standoff

The Federal Communications Commission voted 3-0 on Thursday to advance plans to auction key wireless spectrum crucial for advanced technology uses and aims to

US FCC votes to advance wireless spectrum auction, avoid aviation standoff
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather

The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and

Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather
Business|Health|Science|Technology

Merck KGaA to draw on Valo's drug discovery AI in potential $3 billion deal

Germany's Merck KGaA on Thursday agreed to use Boston-based Valo Health's drug research services in a collaboration focused on Parkinson's and related diseases

Merck KGaA to draw on Valo's drug discovery AI in potential $3 billion deal
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Abbott bets on cancer screening with $23 billion Exact Sciences deal

Abbott will buy cancer test maker Exact Sciences in a deal valued at up to $23 billion, including debt, marking one of its largest purchases in nearly

Abbott bets on cancer screening with $23 billion Exact Sciences deal
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season

Children’s and consumer advocacy groups are urging parents not to buy AI-powered toys during the holiday season

Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season
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Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety
Health|Political|Science

CDC website changed to contradict scientific conclusion that vaccines don't cause autism

The Trump administration has revised a website to contradict the scientific consensus that vaccines don't cause autism

CDC website changed to contradict scientific conclusion that vaccines don't cause autism
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US

Vice President Dick Cheney’s life followed the arc of the biggest breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine

Life-changing advances in cardiovascular medicine enabled Cheney to live a productive life well beyond what many heart patients experience. But prevention is the most effective tool of all.

Vice President Dick Cheney’s life followed the arc of the biggest breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Indonesia evacuates stranded climbers after Semeru volcano erupts

Indonesian authorities evacuated over 1,000 people, including over 170 hikers, on Thursday after the eruption of its Semeru volcano, one of the country's tallest peaks.

Indonesia evacuates stranded climbers after Semeru volcano erupts
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he does not see an AI bubble, but rather a tipping point.

Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks
Science|Technology|World

Astonishing interstellar comet captured in new images by NASA Mars missions

Astonishing interstellar comet captured in new images by NASA Mars missions

Astonishing interstellar comet captured in new images by NASA Mars missions
Business|Education|Health|Science|Technology

AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat?

People are increasingly using AI chatbots for emotional and psychological support. Now, companies are using it to support employees – raising a host of issues.

AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat?
Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?

The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?

The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?
Environment|Political|Science|World

UN atomic agency demands Iran provide full information about its nuclear stockpile

The U.N. atomic watchdog’s board of governors is demanding Iran fully cooperate and provide the agency's inspectors with “precise information” about its stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, and also grant them access to the country’s nuclear sites

UN atomic agency demands Iran provide full information about its nuclear stockpile
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Thousands of US hazardous sites are at risk of flooding because of sea level rise, study finds

A new study finds that thousands of hazardous sites across the U.S. are at risk of flooding due to sea level rise that could pose public health threats to neighboring communities

Thousands of US hazardous sites are at risk of flooding because of sea level rise, study finds
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre

Alphabet's Google opened a new AI infrastructure hardware engineering centre in Taiwan on Thursday - its biggest outside of the U.S. - in what Taiwan's president said

US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre
Science|Technology|World

NASA unveils close-up pictures of the comet popping by from another star

NASA is unveiling close-up pictures of the interstellar comet that's making a quick one-and-done tour of our solar system

NASA unveils close-up pictures of the comet popping by from another star
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species
Political|Science|Technology|World

US F-35 jets to be sold to Saudi Arabia to lack Israel's advanced features

The F-35 fighter jets the U.S. plans to sell Saudi Arabia will be less advanced than those operated by Israel, in line with a U.S. law that guarantees Israel’s

US F-35 jets to be sold to Saudi Arabia to lack Israel's advanced features
Health|Science|World

US HHS proposes new CDC programs, including hepatitis B screening for pregnant women, Bloomberg News reports

The U.S.

US HHS proposes new CDC programs, including hepatitis B screening for pregnant women, Bloomberg News reports
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Data shows a spike in military aircraft accidents in 2024. This year doesn't look any better

Internal Pentagon figures show the number of major accidents involving military aircraft spiked in 2024

Data shows a spike in military aircraft accidents in 2024. This year doesn't look any better
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US authorizes export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE

The U.S.

US authorizes export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE
Australia|Environment|Science|World

Australia PM says Turkey to host COP31 climate summit

Australia has agreed to allow Turkey to host next year's COP31 climate summit, but Canberra will lead the conference's negotiations among governments, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Australia PM says Turkey to host COP31 climate summit
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Trafigura's Nyrstar casts first antimony at South Australia plant

Trafigura unit Nyrstar said on Thursday it had started casting antimony metal in a pilot plant at its Port Pirie metals facility in South Australia, a project listed as part of the U.S.-

Trafigura's Nyrstar casts first antimony at South Australia plant
Asia|Education|Environment|Science|World

Cambodia releases rare captive-bred storks in conservation breakthrough

Conservationists in Cambodia have for the first time released two captive-bred Greater Adjutant Stork chicks into the wild as part of an ongoing programme to

Cambodia releases rare captive-bred storks in conservation breakthrough
Environment|Political|Science|World

Early COP30 climate deal eludes Brazil, but Lula remains upbeat

Brazil failed to land an early COP30 climate deal on Wednesday, though President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva remained upbeat about the

Early COP30 climate deal eludes Brazil, but Lula remains upbeat
Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Owl partially covered in concrete is cleaned up and recovering after rescue in Utah

An owl found partially encased in concrete after it got inside a cement mixer in southwestern Utah is expected to fly free again after it was painstakingly cleaned by animal sanctuary workers who described the bird as a “fighter.”

Owl partially covered in concrete is cleaned up and recovering after rescue in Utah
Health|Science|Technology

Researchers move closer to matching patients with GLP-1 drug that works best for them

U.S. researchers are beginning to identify clinical characteristics that distinguish “super responders” to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound from patients who

Researchers move closer to matching patients with GLP-1 drug that works best for them
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws

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Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws
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Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues

The return of Brazil’s president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to UN climate talks was hoped to spur nations to meet a self-imposed early deadline for progress on tough issues

Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues
Science|Technology

When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems

To overcome two challenges in training AI – scarce or hard-to-get data and data privacy – researchers have come up with a counterintuitive technique: fake it.

When fake data is a good thing – how synthetic data trains AI to solve real problems
Education|Health|Science

Fluoride in drinking water does not negatively affect cognitive ability — and may actually provide benefit, study finds

Fluoride in drinking water does not negatively affect cognitive ability — and may actually provide benefit, study finds

Fluoride in drinking water does not negatively affect cognitive ability — and may actually provide benefit, study finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Wall Street swings through another erratic day ahead of a couple of crucial tests

The U.S. stock market swung through another unsettled day of trading, ahead of a couple of crucial tests for Wall Street

Wall Street swings through another erratic day ahead of a couple of crucial tests
Science|Technology

Yann LeCun to leave Meta, launch AI startup focused on Advanced Machine Intelligence

Yann LeCun, one of the founding figures of modern artificial intelligence and a pivotal force at Meta Platforms, said on Wednesday he plans to leave the company at the end of the year to

Yann LeCun to leave Meta, launch AI startup focused on Advanced Machine Intelligence
Science|Technology|World

NASA releases images of comet 3I/ATLAS, rejects alien spacecraft 'rumors'

NASA released fresh images on Wednesday of the interstellar object called 3I/ATLAS that astronomers have determined is a comet probably even older than our solar

NASA releases images of comet 3I/ATLAS, rejects alien spacecraft 'rumors'
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

AI-focused developers help fuel New York City life, city agency chief says

New York City companies focused on artificial intelligence, which rely on human interaction to grow, are boosting office leasing and inspiring the return of workers

AI-focused developers help fuel New York City life, city agency chief says
Environment|Science|US

Trump administration seeks to roll back protections for imperiled species and their habitat

President Donald Trump’s administration is moving to roll back protections for imperiled species and the places they live

Trump administration seeks to roll back protections for imperiled species and their habitat
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials

Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials

Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials
Business|Science|Technology

Meta's chief AI scientist Yann LeCun to leave Meta and start new AI research company

Yann LeCun, a pioneer in artificial intelligence, has announced he will leave his role as Meta's chief AI scientist at the end of the year

Meta's chief AI scientist Yann LeCun to leave Meta and start new AI research company
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Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit

President Donald Trump is counting on the tech sector and artificial intelligence to drive his economic agenda

Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race

U.S. lawmakers cautioned against ushering in a nuclear arms race in the Middle East after the United States and Saudi Arabia said they signed an initial

US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

AI set to redefine shopping and payments, Affirm CEO says

Max Levchin, CEO and co-founder of Affirm, which offers buy now, pay later plans, said artificial intelligence is poised to transform shopping by taking over human tasks and

AI set to redefine shopping and payments, Affirm CEO says
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s

U.S.

US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s
Business|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species

The Trump administration on Wednesday proposed four new rules that would roll back Biden-era regulations that strengthened protections for endangered species.

Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Adobe, Qualcomm partner with Humain on generative AI for Middle East

Adobe and Qualcomm said on Wednesday they are partnering with Humain, the artificial intelligence firm backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, to

Adobe, Qualcomm partner with Humain on generative AI for Middle East
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake 'parking lot'

Archaeologists have identified more than a dozen ancient canoes that Indigenous people apparently left behind in a prehistoric parking lot along a Wisconsin lakeshore

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake 'parking lot'
Food|Health|Science

Fiber is something most people could use more of. But experts advise caution with 'fibermaxxing'

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of protein-enhanced cereal and ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad

Fiber is something most people could use more of. But experts advise caution with 'fibermaxxing'
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

AMD, Cisco and Saudi's Humain launch AI joint venture, land first major customer

By Max A.

AMD, Cisco and Saudi's Humain launch AI joint venture, land first major customer
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EU to delay 'high risk' AI rules until 2027 after Big Tech pushback

By Supantha Mukherjee and Bart H.

EU to delay 'high risk' AI rules until 2027 after Big Tech pushback
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Schneider Electric seals $2.3 billion in US data centre deals to power AI boom

Schneider Electric said on Wednesday it had signed new deals worth almost $2.3 billion with two U.S. data centre operators, as surging adoption of artificial

Schneider Electric seals $2.3 billion in US data centre deals to power AI boom
Business|Science|Technology

Amazon's Zoox opens free robotaxi rides for early users in parts of San Francisco

Amazon's self-driving unit Zoox started offering free rides to some early users in parts of San Francisco, it said on Tuesday, as it steps up expansion amid rising competition in the

Amazon's Zoox opens free robotaxi rides for early users in parts of San Francisco
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says

Uranium enrichment is not part of the deal on civil nuclear energy reached with Saudi Arabia, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday.

Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says
Education|Science|Technology

Learning with AI falls short compared to old-fashioned web search

Doing the mental work of connecting the dots across multiple web queries appears to help people understand the material better compared to an AI summary.

Learning with AI falls short compared to old-fashioned web search
Economy|Environment|Science

How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops

Wealthy countries promised billions of dollars to help developing nations adapt to climate change, but the result rests on a shaky foundation of fuzzy accounting.

How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops
Business|Science|Technology

Nvidia, Menlo Micro collaboration speeds up AI chip testing

Nvidia and Menlo Micro on Wednesday said they have used technology from the startup to dramatically speed up the testing of AI chips, easing a significant

Nvidia, Menlo Micro collaboration speeds up AI chip testing
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Teva seeks startups to help solve global pharmaceutical challenges

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries said on Wednesday it was calling on startups to join its new platform to develop technologies to deal with a host of challenges

Teva seeks startups to help solve global pharmaceutical challenges
Environment|Science|Technology

Beyond the habitable zone: Exoplanet atmospheres are the next clue to finding life on planets orbiting distant stars

Searching for life on other planets requires more than just measuring their distances from their stars. A future NASA telescope may help search for potentially habitable worlds.

Beyond the habitable zone: Exoplanet atmospheres are the next clue to finding life on planets orbiting distant stars
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Florida residents’ anxiety is linked to social media use and varies with age, new study shows

A survey looking at 500 Floridians finds that Gen Zers are far more anxious than older generations.

Florida residents’ anxiety is linked to social media use and varies with age, new study shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Archer partners with Saudi entities to develop and test air taxi operations

Archer Aviation said on Wednesday it has signed a deal with The Helicopter Company and luxury developer Red Sea Global, both owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, to develop, test

Archer partners with Saudi entities to develop and test air taxi operations
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Nvidia shift to smartphone-style memory could double server-memory prices by end-2026

Nvidia's move to use smartphone-style memory chips in its artificial intelligence servers could cause server-memory prices to double by late 2026, according to a

Nvidia shift to smartphone-style memory could double server-memory prices by end-2026
Political|Science|Technology|World

Germany vows to protect its interests in growing global space race

Germany will expand its security infrastructure in space to better protect its interests in a sphere where countries are already competing for dominance, said the foreign and defence

Germany vows to protect its interests in growing global space race
MidEast|Political|Science|World

Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says

Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says

Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

West scrambles to fill heavy rare earth gap as China rivalry deepens

The West's push to build a home-grown magnets supply chain to reduce its reliance on China - led by massive U.S. backing for Nevada-based MP Materials - is running

West scrambles to fill heavy rare earth gap as China rivalry deepens
Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran

Europe's top three powers and the U.S. have submitted a draft resolution to this week's meeting of the U.N. atomic watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors

US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Musk’s xAI in advanced talks to raise $15 billion at $230 billion valuation, WSJ reports

Elon Musk’s artificial-intelligence startup xAI is in advanced talks to raise $15 billion in fresh equity at a valuation of $230 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.

Musk’s xAI in advanced talks to raise $15 billion at $230 billion valuation, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Elon Musk, Jensen Huang to talk AI at US-Saudi investment forum

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will take part in a discussion on advances in artificial intelligence and technology at a U.S.-Saudi Arabia

Elon Musk, Jensen Huang to talk AI at US-Saudi investment forum
Business|Science|Technology|World

Cargo plane engine accelerated before fatal Hong Kong crash, investigators say

The Turkish-operated cargo plane that skidded off the runway at Hong Kong's international airport last month, killing two airport workers, experienced an

Cargo plane engine accelerated before fatal Hong Kong crash, investigators say
Australia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Australia will not veto Turkey's COP31 summit bid, Albanese says

Australia will not oppose a successful Turkish bid to host next year's COP31 climate summit, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, warning a prolonged standoff over hosting

Australia will not veto Turkey's COP31 summit bid, Albanese says
Food|Health|Science|World

Ultra-processed foods are danger to global public health, experts warn

Ultra-processed foods are a major public health threat that must be urgently addressed, according to a new series of papers authored by 43 global experts in the

Ultra-processed foods are danger to global public health, experts warn
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food

Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food

Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food
Environment|Science|World

Host Brazil pushes for progress on big issues at COP30 and some see cause for optimism

United Nations climate talks are bubbling to a critical point, with host Brazil pressing negotiators to make progress on key issues

Host Brazil pushes for progress on big issues at COP30 and some see cause for optimism
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the U.S. must have one federal standard for regulating artificial intelligence, saying the technology risked being over-

Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard
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Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans

A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using a new congressional map intended to flip several Democratic-held U.S.

Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans
Science|World

Archaeologists may have uncovered a Bronze Age metropolis in Kazakhstan’s steppe

Archaeologists may have uncovered a Bronze Age metropolis in Kazakhstan’s steppe

Archaeologists may have uncovered a Bronze Age metropolis in Kazakhstan’s steppe
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Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down

Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down

Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Ukraine plans $44 billion claim against Russia for wartime emissions

Ukraine plans to seek nearly $44 billion from Russia for the damage linked to an increase in climate-warming emissions from the ongoing war, a government

Ukraine plans $44 billion claim against Russia for wartime emissions
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US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it has loaned Constellation Energy Corp $1 billion to restart its nuclear reactor at a Pennsylvania plant formerly

US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US data center demand raising power risks this winter, regulator says  

Rising power demand driven by data centers is shrinking U.S. electricity supplies and increasing the risk of energy shortages if extreme winter weather strikes this year,

US data center demand raising power risks this winter, regulator says  
Business|Science|Technology

Meta's chief revenue officer Hegeman leaves to launch startup

Meta's chief revenue officer John Hegeman said on Tuesday he will leave the Facebook parent to launch his own startup, marking a key leadership change amid the social media company's

Meta's chief revenue officer Hegeman leaves to launch startup
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Waymo launches fully autonomous robotaxis in Miami, to expand to four more US cities

Alphabet's Waymo began operating fully autonomous vehicles in Miami on Tuesday, kicking off the expansion of its ride-hailing service to more U.S. cities as it races to cement its lead in

Waymo launches fully autonomous robotaxis in Miami, to expand to four more US cities
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday he believed in the project of a future Franco-German fighter jet FCAS.

France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Microsoft launches tracker to manage autonomous AI in the workplace

In Microsoft's view, humans are not the only ones to manage in a workplace. Artificial intelligence needs a manager, too.

Microsoft launches tracker to manage autonomous AI in the workplace
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Google launches Gemini 3, embeds AI model into search immediately

Alphabet's Google on Tuesday launched the latest version of its artificial intelligence model Gemini, emphasizing that the new capabilities will be immediately

Google launches Gemini 3, embeds AI model into search immediately
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure

Microsoft and Nvidia plan to invest in Anthropic under a new tie-up that includes a $30 billion commitment by the Claude maker to use Microsoft's cloud services, the latest

Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Microsoft partners with Anthropic and Nvidia in cloud infrastructure deal

Microsoft has announced a partnership with AI company Anthropic and chipmaker Nvidia

Microsoft partners with Anthropic and Nvidia in cloud infrastructure deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500's slip below key technical level may foreshadow deeper setback, LPL says

The S&P 500's drop below a closely watched technical threshold could signal a deeper pullback ahead, research from LPL Financial showed on Tuesday,

S&P 500's slip below key technical level may foreshadow deeper setback, LPL says
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Vehicle crash risk spikes 65% on Sunday after Thanksgiving, data shows

Vehicle crash risk spikes 65% on Sunday after Thanksgiving, data shows

Vehicle crash risk spikes 65% on Sunday after Thanksgiving, data shows
Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

MacArthur Foundation awards $100M to outbreak surveillance network, a boost amid global health cuts

The MacArthur Foundation is awarding $100 million to a private pandemic prevention network across Africa, offering critical support to infectious disease surveillance at a time when governments are deprioritizing global health spending

MacArthur Foundation awards $100M to outbreak surveillance network, a boost amid global health cuts
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

Amazon's Zoox robotaxis service to give free rides in San Francisco as its expansion accelerates

Amazon’s Zoox will start giving free robotaxi rides through parts of San Francisco as it accelerates its attempt to challenge Waymo’s early lead in the race to transport passengers cities in self-driving vehicles

Amazon's Zoox robotaxis service to give free rides in San Francisco as its expansion accelerates
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Google unveils Gemini's next generation, aiming to turn its search engine into a 'thought partner'

Google is unleashing Gemini’s next generation of artificial intelligence in its dominant search engine and other popular online services in the high-stakes battle to create technology that people can trust to enlighten them and manage tedious tasks

Google unveils Gemini's next generation, aiming to turn its search engine into a 'thought partner'
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Kids get diseases like lupus, too. As researchers hunt better treatments, this camp brings joy

It may sound surprising but kids can get diseases like lupus and arthritis, too, when their immune system mistakenly attacks their own body

Kids get diseases like lupus, too. As researchers hunt better treatments, this camp brings joy
Education|Science|Technology

Research breakthroughs often come through collaborations − attacks on academic freedom threaten this vital work

Academic freedom grew strongly after World War II, with greater university funding, protections and autonomy, yet global data now shows a decline.

Research breakthroughs often come through collaborations − attacks on academic freedom threaten this vital work
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

Eswatini has become the first African country to receive lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection that global health officials call a game-changer

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot
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Venice’s newest marvel is a wild, acrobatic dolphin. His refusal to leave puts him in danger

Mimmo, a bottlenose dolphin, has been delighting tourists in Venice with his acrobatic flips for months

Venice’s newest marvel is a wild, acrobatic dolphin. His refusal to leave puts him in danger
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Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope

The fate of Wall Street's staggering bets on artificial intelligence will rest squarely on Nvidia on Wednesday when the chipmaker reports results, with

Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope
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Rattled tech stokes volatility

By Mike Dolan -        What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Persistent tech sector valuation and leverage jitters, a deepening crypto

Rattled tech stokes volatility
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Artificial intelligence sparks debate at COP30 climate talks in Brazil

Artificial intelligence is being cast as both a hero and a villain at the U.N. climate talks in Brazil

Artificial intelligence sparks debate at COP30 climate talks in Brazil
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science

UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board

UnitedHealth Group said on Tuesday it had named former U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner Scott Gottlieb to its board, effective immediately.

UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families

More than 12 million US households keep their homes either too cold or too hot, sacrificing comfort because they can’t afford to pay their energy bills.

Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families
Health|Science|World

A new virus variant and lagging vaccinations may mean the US is in for a severe flu season

A new virus variant and lagging vaccinations may mean the US is in for a severe flu season

A new virus variant and lagging vaccinations may mean the US is in for a severe flu season
Economy|Education|Health|Science

Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging – a geriatrician explains how they can start planning

Addressing the financial and personal aspects of aging proactively helps to ensure that you will receive the care you need – and want – as you age.

Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging – a geriatrician explains how they can start planning
Education|Health|Science

I treat menopause and its symptoms, and hormone replacement therapy can help – here’s the science behind the FDA’s decision to remove warnings

Hormone therapy is not a silver bullet that reverses aging, but it can significantly improve bothersome symptoms that can diminish people’s quality of life.

I treat menopause and its symptoms, and hormone replacement therapy can help – here’s the science behind the FDA’s decision to remove warnings
Asia|Business|Science|Technology|World

Alibaba unveils major consumer AI upgrade with new Qwen chatbot

China's Alibaba has launched a major upgrade to its AI chatbot, marking an aggressive push into the consumer artificial intelligence market where it

Alibaba unveils major consumer AI upgrade with new Qwen chatbot
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia set for $320 billion price swing after earnings, options indicate

Nvidia's earnings report on Wednesday could trigger a $320 billion swing in the chipmaker's market value — the largest post-earnings move

Nvidia set for $320 billion price swing after earnings, options indicate
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America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?

America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?

America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion
Education|Environment|Science

Scientists uncover an ant assassination scheme that helps a parasitic queen rise to power

Scientists uncover an ant assassination scheme that helps a parasitic queen rise to power

Scientists uncover an ant assassination scheme that helps a parasitic queen rise to power
Business|Environment|Science

Clamour for change inside the world's COP30 climate negotiations

An existential question hangs over this year's COP30 summit in Brazil: what are the annual U.N. climate negotiations

Clamour for change inside the world's COP30 climate negotiations
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US has warned others to avoid loans from Chinese state banks. But it's the biggest recipient of all

A new report says China funneled billions in hidden loans to U.S. companies over the past quarter century, some targeting industries key to national security

US has warned others to avoid loans from Chinese state banks. But it's the biggest recipient of all
Americas|Crime|Environment|Science|Travel|US|World

Lingering thunderstorms bring flooding risk after atmospheric river drenches much of California

A powerful atmospheric river had mostly moved through California after causing at least six deaths and dousing much of the state, but lingering thunderstorms brought the risk of mudslides in areas of Los Angeles County that were recently ravaged by wildfire

Lingering thunderstorms bring flooding risk after atmospheric river drenches much of California
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech

While Trump scraps US climate policies, companies still face pressure from states, other countries and their customers. That pressure trickles down supply chains.

Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech
Environment|Science|World

Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action and says God’s creation is 'crying out'

Pope Leo XIV is urging countries at United Nations climate talks to take “concrete actions” to stop climate change that is threatening the planet

Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action and says God’s creation is 'crying out'
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Archer Aviation to supply electric powertrain to Anduril, EDGE for Omen drone

Archer Aviation said on Monday it will supply its electric powertrain for the Omen autonomous air vehicle, being co-developed by U.S. defense technology firm Anduril

Archer Aviation to supply electric powertrain to Anduril, EDGE for Omen drone
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says

The U.S.-Saudi Arabia investment forum to take place in Washington during the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week is expected to include

US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says
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Merck sees over $5 billion opportunity in Cidara's experimental flu drug

Merck said on Monday it expects a commercial opportunity exceeding $5 billion from Cidara Therapeutics' experimental flu drug, and does not anticipate it

Merck sees over $5 billion opportunity in Cidara's experimental flu drug
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue

Bank of America plans to spend billions of dollars on technologies such as artificial intelligence to boost bankers' productivity and bring in more

BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue
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EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

The Environmental Protection Agency says it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to limit the amount of wetlands it covers

EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers
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GMI Cloud to build $500 million AI data centre in Taiwan with Nvidia chips

U.S.-based cloud services provider GMI Cloud said on Monday it will build a $500 million artificial intelligence data centre in Taiwan with the support of U.S.

GMI Cloud to build $500 million AI data centre in Taiwan with Nvidia chips
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Long-range weapons Ukraine has developed since Russia's 2022 invasion

Ukraine struck Russia's port of Novorossiysk last week, forcing it to suspend oil exports.

Long-range weapons Ukraine has developed since Russia's 2022 invasion
Environment|Science|World

US research official departs as Trump overhauls Arctic policy

(Corrects paragraph 14 to delete reference to former USARC commissioners' obvious personal or professional lack of connections to the Arctic, adds more information on Nesheiwat's professional

US research official departs as Trump overhauls Arctic policy
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J&J expands cancer portfolio with $3.05 billion Halda buy

Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would buy privately held Halda Therapeutics for $3.05 billion in cash, aiming to expand its presence in treatments targeting solid

J&J expands cancer portfolio with $3.05 billion Halda buy
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He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine
Education|Health|Science|World

About a quarter of pregnant women in the US don’t get prenatal care in their first trimester, report says

About a quarter of pregnant women in the US don’t get prenatal care in their first trimester, report says

About a quarter of pregnant women in the US don’t get prenatal care in their first trimester, report says
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act

Jamaica has joined other small island nations at the United Nations climate talks to urge immediate action on climate change

Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Coral from the sea is being used in some knee surgeries in NYC. Here's how, and why.

Coral from the sea is being used in some knee surgeries in NYC. Here's how, and why.

Coral from the sea is being used in some knee surgeries in NYC. Here's how, and why.
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says

A new report finds over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments have been affected by the National Institutes of Health’s funding cuts

NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says
Science|Technology|World

Top US admiral says he's watching China's rapid naval buildup closely

The top U.S. admiral has called China’s shipbuilding capability “impressive” as Beijing moves ahead with a rapid buildup of the world’s largest navy

Top US admiral says he's watching China's rapid naval buildup closely
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

1.5 million Lego bricks bring wildlife to Denver museum

1.5 million Lego bricks bring wildlife to Denver museum

1.5 million Lego bricks bring wildlife to Denver museum
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Don’t stress out about overeating during the holidays – a dietitian explains how a day of indulgence won’t harm your overall health

Guilt and discomfort around food can be especially challenging during the holidays. But trusting your body and remembering the social value of sharing meals can help you enjoy yourself.

Don’t stress out about overeating during the holidays – a dietitian explains how a day of indulgence won’t harm your overall health
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Novo Nordisk rolls out $349 Wegovy cash price ahead of plan

Novo Nordisk said on Monday it has begun selling its popular weight-loss drug Wegovy for $349 a month to cash payers, months ahead of the timeline set out with the Trump

Novo Nordisk rolls out $349 Wegovy cash price ahead of plan
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Novo cuts Wegovy prices, but doctors still see cost challenges for patients

Novo Nordisk is chopping prices again for its popular obesity treatment Wegovy, but doctors say the expense will remain challenging for patients without insurance

Novo cuts Wegovy prices, but doctors still see cost challenges for patients
Business|Health|Science|Technology

US jury says Apple must pay Masimo $634 million in smartwatch patent case

A federal jury in California said on Friday that Apple owes medical-monitoring technology company

US jury says Apple must pay Masimo $634 million in smartwatch patent case
Business|Science|Technology

Jeff Bezos to co-lead AI startup in first operational role since Amazon, NYT reports

Jeff Bezos will serve as co-chief executive officer of a new artificial intelligence startup that focuses on AI for engineering and manufacturing of computers, automobiles and spacecraft,

Jeff Bezos to co-lead AI startup in first operational role since Amazon, NYT reports
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White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide

Active white nationalist groups operate in all but two U.S. states. Researchers have found that there’s a strong association between holding white nationalist views and supporting political violence.

White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Student cheating dominates talk of generative AI in higher ed, but universities and tech companies face ethical issues too

A sociologist who researches AI’s impact on work and education argues there are ethical dimensions to generative AI that institutions are not considering.

Student cheating dominates talk of generative AI in higher ed, but universities and tech companies face ethical issues too
Education|Environment|Health|Science

If evolution is real, then why isn’t it happening now? An anthropologist explains that humans actually are still evolving

We are indeed still evolving, though it can be hard to tell because it happens over generations and often involves things you can’t see, such as what foods different people are able to digest.

If evolution is real, then why isn’t it happening now? An anthropologist explains that humans actually are still evolving
Arts|Education|Science|Technology|World

Inside the old church where one trillion webpages are being saved

The Internet Archive has been saving web history for nearly 30 years. CNN’s Hadas Gold goes inside its headquarters to see how the archive is innovating for the AI age and protecting itself from both political and physical threats.

Inside the old church where one trillion webpages are being saved
Asia|Political|Science|World

South Korea offers talks with North to prevent accidental armed clash at border

South Korea has proposed talks with North Korea to clarify the rivals’ border line

South Korea offers talks with North to prevent accidental armed clash at border
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Can the world quit coal?

Nearly a third of all countries worldwide have pledged to phase out their unabated coal-burning power. But China and India are still adding coal plants – for now.

Can the world quit coal?
Environment|Science|World

Iran turns to cloud-seeding as historic drought causes driest fall in 50 years

Iran turns to cloud-seeding as historic drought causes driest fall in 50 years

Iran turns to cloud-seeding as historic drought causes driest fall in 50 years
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

In a first, Taiwan to distribute security handbook to all households as China threat rises

Taiwan will begin distributing millions of civil defence handbooks to households across the island this week, in an unprecedented effort to prepare residents for

In a first, Taiwan to distribute security handbook to all households as China threat rises
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

A new rare earth crisis is brewing as yttrium shortages spread

Global supplies of the rare earth element yttrium are running low due to Chinese

A new rare earth crisis is brewing as yttrium shortages spread
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Czech Republic plans $19 billion nuclear expansion to double output and end fossil fuel reliance

The Czech Republic plans to build two new reactors at its Dukovany plant to expand the country's nuclear energy capacity

Czech Republic plans $19 billion nuclear expansion to double output and end fossil fuel reliance
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung hikes memory chip prices by up to 60% as shortage worsens, sources say

Samsung Electronics this month raised prices of certain memory chips - now in short supply due to the global race to build AI data centres -

Samsung hikes memory chip prices by up to 60% as shortage worsens, sources say
Science|Technology|World

Last nuclear treaty between US and Russia nears expiration as Trump and Putin trade testing threats

Last nuclear treaty between US and Russia nears expiration as Trump and Putin trade testing threats

Last nuclear treaty between US and Russia nears expiration as Trump and Putin trade testing threats
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

The Leonid meteor shower is peaking early this week. Here’s what to know

The Leonid meteor shower is peaking early this week. Here’s what to know

The Leonid meteor shower is peaking early this week. Here’s what to know
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Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged

Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged

Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged
Science|Technology|World

Iran's foreign minister says the nation is no longer enriching uranium at any site in the country

Iran's foreign minister says the country is no longer enriching uranium at any site

Iran's foreign minister says the nation is no longer enriching uranium at any site in the country
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Iran nuclear sites left ruined in US and Israeli strikes but program ‘intact,’ deputy foreign minister tells CNN

Iran nuclear sites left ruined in US and Israeli strikes but program ‘intact,’ deputy foreign minister tells CNN

Iran nuclear sites left ruined in US and Israeli strikes but program ‘intact,’ deputy foreign minister tells CNN
Environment|Science|Technology

Solar storms can trigger auroras on Earth. This star’s explosion could destroy a planet’s atmosphere

Solar storms can trigger auroras on Earth. This star’s explosion could destroy a planet’s atmosphere

Solar storms can trigger auroras on Earth. This star’s explosion could destroy a planet’s atmosphere
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US students studying housing, health outcomes and sustainability win 2026 Rhodes scholarships

Five students at U.S. military academies and three each from Yale University, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are among the 32 U.S. winners named Sunday as 2026 Rhodes scholars

US students studying housing, health outcomes and sustainability win 2026 Rhodes scholarships
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Oldest sequenced RNA reveals details about a mammoth’s final moments 40,000 years ago

Oldest sequenced RNA reveals details about a mammoth’s final moments 40,000 years ago

Oldest sequenced RNA reveals details about a mammoth’s final moments 40,000 years ago
Science|Technology

Inside the old church where one trillion webpages are being saved

Inside the old church where one trillion webpages are being saved

Inside the old church where one trillion webpages are being saved
Health|Science|Technology

How this tiny device became a symbol for the backlash against AI

How this tiny device became a symbol for the backlash against AI

How this tiny device became a symbol for the backlash against AI
Environment|Science|World

Turkey proposed joint leadership for COP31 to end hosting standoff with Australia, sources say

Turkey has proposed jointly leading next year's U.N. climate summit with Australia, though the two sides have not yet reached an agreement and the discussions on the hosting standoff

Turkey proposed joint leadership for COP31 to end hosting standoff with Australia, sources say
Education|Environment|Science|World

Why an email about cows is intensifying concerns about academic freedom in India

Why an email about cows is intensifying concerns about academic freedom in India

Why an email about cows is intensifying concerns about academic freedom in India
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Boeing says partnership for T-7 trainer export bid imminent

Boeing is close to announcing a partnership to bid for an international sales opportunity for its T-7 trainer, company executives said on Sunday, highlighting fast-growing demand for

Boeing says partnership for T-7 trainer export bid imminent
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In this Brazilian state, a new push to track cattle is key to slowing deforestation

By the end of next year, the state of Para is requiring all cattle to be tagged to trace where they came from in order to be sold legally

In this Brazilian state, a new push to track cattle is key to slowing deforestation
Environment|Lifestyle|Science

A strong Pacific storm is increasing the risk of life-threatening flooding in Southern California

A strong Pacific storm is increasing the risk of life-threatening flooding in Southern California

A strong Pacific storm is increasing the risk of life-threatening flooding in Southern California
Business|Environment|Health|Science

Atmospheric river hits Southern California with risks of flash floods and deaths on stormy seas

An unusually strong storm system called an atmospheric river has doused Southern California, prompting flood warnings in areas of coastal Los Angeles County that recently were ravaged by wildfires

Atmospheric river hits Southern California with risks of flash floods and deaths on stormy seas
Economy|Environment|Science|World

A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat

A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat

A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat
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Business groups ask Supreme Court to pause California climate reporting laws in emergency appeal

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is asking the Supreme Court to pause new California laws expected to require thousands of companies to report emissions and climate-risk information

Business groups ask Supreme Court to pause California climate reporting laws in emergency appeal
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Smithsonian museums, National Zoo reopenings bring flocks of visitors

Smithsonian museums, National Zoo reopenings bring flocks of visitors

Smithsonian museums, National Zoo reopenings bring flocks of visitors
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Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums

Thousands of demonstrators marched in Belem, Brazil, at the halfway point of United Nations climate talks to demand progress from negotiators on the problem of climate change — among other causes

Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Climate protesters swelter in Brazilian sun outside COP30 summit

Thousands of climate protesters marched through the Brazilian city of Belem on Saturday in a noisy, diverse and peaceful display to demand

Climate protesters swelter in Brazilian sun outside COP30 summit
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|US

Cities and states are turning to AI to improve road safety

Cities and states in the U.S. are turning to AI to improve road safety

Cities and states are turning to AI to improve road safety
Education|Environment|Science

COP30 makes individual climate actions seem small. That's why experts say to work in groups

Climate choices aren’t just individual actions

COP30 makes individual climate actions seem small. That's why experts say to work in groups
Business|Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports

Trump administration officials, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have discussed scaling back the role of Marty Makary, the U.S.

RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Can't take hormone therapy for menopause? There are other options

Women experiencing hot flashes, night sweats and other menopausal symptoms don’t need to suffer

Can't take hormone therapy for menopause? There are other options
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit

With the United States absent from the U.N. annual international climate summit for the first time in three decades, China is

China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit
Science|Technology|World

What has happened to the damaged spacecraft at China's space station?

A trio of Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after getting stuck on China's space station for more than a week due to their spacecraft sustaining

What has happened to the damaged spacecraft at China's space station?
Arts|Science|Travel|World

US National Archives releases Amelia Earhart records promised by Trump

The U.S.

US National Archives releases Amelia Earhart records promised by Trump
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Future data centers are driving up forecasts for energy demand. States want proof they'll get built

Utilities are producing eye-popping forecasts about the amount of electricity they'll need to power massive new data centers that are feeding the fast-growing AI economy

Future data centers are driving up forecasts for energy demand. States want proof they'll get built
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Australian energy minister to push for hosting COP31 at Brazil climate summit

Australia's Energy Minister Chris Bowen said he would travel on Saturday to the COP30 climate summit in Brazil to push for Australia to host next year's summit, amid a stand-off with

Australian energy minister to push for hosting COP31 at Brazil climate summit
Health|Science|Technology|US

Trump says his MRI was part of a 'very standard' physical

President Donald Trump said on Friday he received a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam as part of his recent physical, calling the scan "very standard."

Trump says his MRI was part of a 'very standard' physical
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Why some people lose their hair when they’re on GLP-1s

Why some people lose their hair when they’re on GLP-1s

Why some people lose their hair when they’re on GLP-1s
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Strain of bird flu virus never before reported in people is behind first human case in US in nine months

Strain of bird flu virus never before reported in people is behind first human case in US in nine months

Strain of bird flu virus never before reported in people is behind first human case in US in nine months
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Standard Lithium gets boost from Washington in Arkansas lithium race

Standard Lithium is getting a boost from Washington as it vies with Exxon Mobil to become the first company to produce lithium in Arkansas, a U.S.

Standard Lithium gets boost from Washington in Arkansas lithium race
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Google plans $40 billion Texas data center investment amid AI boom

Alphabet's Google said on Friday it would invest $40 billion in three new data centers in Texas, as part of its push to expand capacity for artificial intelligence initiatives.

Google plans $40 billion Texas data center investment amid AI boom
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Emails reveal Epstein's network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status

Emails released by the House Oversight Committee reveal how Jeffrey Epstein maintained connections with influential figures despite his 2008 guilty plea to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl

Emails reveal Epstein's network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status
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Why the chemtrail conspiracy theory lingers and grows – and why Tucker Carlson is talking about it

A communications researcher lays out the dynamics of conspiracy theory belief and why they gain traction in times of anxiety and uncertainty.

Why the chemtrail conspiracy theory lingers and grows – and why Tucker Carlson is talking about it
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Lifelong drugs for autoimmune diseases don't work well. Now scientists are trying something new

There's a new frontier in treating autoimmune diseases

Lifelong drugs for autoimmune diseases don't work well. Now scientists are trying something new
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As California wildfire rages, Los Angeles threatened with floods, mudslides

A fast-moving wildfire raged across thousands of acres of California prairie near the Nevada border on Friday, while Los Angeles was in the throes of back-to-back storms that

As California wildfire rages, Los Angeles threatened with floods, mudslides
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Scientists document a death from a meat allergy tied to certain ticks

Researchers are reporting what they believe is the first documented death from a meat allergy triggered by tick bites

Scientists document a death from a meat allergy tied to certain ticks
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Baby sea otter is reunited with mother in central California after dramatic rescue

The Marine Mammal Center has rescued a sea otter pup in Morro Bay, California, after it was separated from its mother

Baby sea otter is reunited with mother in central California after dramatic rescue
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Anthropic warns of AI-driven hacking campaign linked to China

Researchers at an artificial intelligence firm say they've found the first reported case of foreign hackers using AI to automate portions of cyberattacks

Anthropic warns of AI-driven hacking campaign linked to China
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FDA adds strongest warning to Sarepta gene therapy linked to 2 patient deaths

The Food and Drug Administration is adding a new warning to a gene therapy linked to two patient deaths earlier this year

FDA adds strongest warning to Sarepta gene therapy linked to 2 patient deaths
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Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing

Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing

Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market

Jeff Bezos’s aerospace company Blue Origin is now the second, after SpaceX, to land a rocket booster for reuse.

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market
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Arachnid super-web reveals the surprising 'constant party' life of cohabiting spiders

The results of the new study, published last month in the journal Subterranean Biology, spread rapidly online due to the striking images of the giant 1,140-square-foot spider web, a carpet-thick sprawl that stretches along a narrow passage wall inside Sulfur Cave, which extends into Albania from its entrance in Greece

Arachnid super-web reveals the surprising 'constant party' life of cohabiting spiders
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Ukraine begins mass production of interceptor drones to bolster air defence

Ukraine has started mass production of its new domestically developed interceptor drones to strengthen air defences, the Ukrainian defence ministry said on Friday.

Ukraine begins mass production of interceptor drones to bolster air defence
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Newly identified species of Tanzanian tree toad leapfrog the tadpole stage and give birth to toadlets

Newly identified species of Tanzanian tree toad leapfrog the tadpole stage and give birth to toadlets

Newly identified species of Tanzanian tree toad leapfrog the tadpole stage and give birth to toadlets
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Scientist turns people’s mental images into text using ‘mind-captioning’ technology

Scientist turns people’s mental images into text using ‘mind-captioning’ technology

Scientist turns people’s mental images into text using ‘mind-captioning’ technology