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Fossil reveals bizarre gliding creature that hunted birds 120 million years ago

Fossil reveals bizarre gliding creature that hunted birds 120 million years ago

Fossil reveals bizarre gliding creature that hunted birds 120 million years ago
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back
Crime|Environment|Health|Opinion|Political|Science

For Black women in abusive relationships, gun-control loopholes can engender deadly disparities

Guns are what make violent partners so dangerous. And in the US, Black women get less protection from laws meant to keep firearms out of abusers’ hands.

For Black women in abusive relationships, gun-control loopholes can engender deadly disparities
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Some of what happens during youth can’t be reversed. It’s another reason to rethink kids’ screen time

Some of what happens during youth can’t be reversed. It’s another reason to rethink kids’ screen time

Some of what happens during youth can’t be reversed. It’s another reason to rethink kids’ screen time
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Hungary reports African swine fever in domestic pigs for first time

Hungarian authorities ordered the culling of 3,000 pigs on a farm after African swine fever was reported in domestic pigs for the first time in the country, the National

Hungary reports African swine fever in domestic pigs for first time
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Fossil fishes buried in the desert reveal a missing chapter in marine history

A team of researchers worked grueling, hot hours in the desert to understand the history of life in Earth’s oceans after a major extinction event.

Fossil fishes buried in the desert reveal a missing chapter in marine history
Business|Opinion|Science|Technology

From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line

Authoritarian governments, including the Trump administration, are reorienting AI safety provisions away from protecting the public toward coercing support for the regime.

From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line
Economy|Education|Science|Technology

We analyzed paper money printed by Ben Franklin to uncover his anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations

Ben Franklin led an effort to print paper bills in the American colonies, after a coin shortage constrained the economy.

We analyzed paper money printed by Ben Franklin to uncover his anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations
Education|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology

Eroding a virtue: AI trains people to expect instant answers – and that’s bad news for patience

Patience is a virtue that researchers have linked to many parts of well-being. But it’s also something that needs a bit of practice and training – and can be undermined by instant, easy gratification.

Eroding a virtue: AI trains people to expect instant answers – and that’s bad news for patience
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs

About a third of Americans report using high-interest credit cards for everyday expenses as costs continue to rise.

Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Science

Bison restoration efforts and grazing rights hinge on one question: Are bison wildlife?

Approximately 400,000 bison roam the North American landscape today, of which nearly 90% are considered livestock.

Bison restoration efforts and grazing rights hinge on one question: Are bison wildlife?
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Amazon unveils new AI warehouse robot in $12 billion Europe push

Amazon on Thursday unveiled an upgraded AI-powered mobile robot for its warehouses that can respond to conversational prompts, as part of a €10

Amazon unveils new AI warehouse robot in $12 billion Europe push
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US Senate faces tough vote on nationwide E15 gasoline sales expansion

Supporters of a long-stalled push to expand nationwide sales of higher-ethanol E15 gasoline are pursuing an uphill

US Senate faces tough vote on nationwide E15 gasoline sales expansion
Asia|Science|Technology|World

Satellite images show suspected structure at disputed South China Sea atoll, but later gone

Satellite images obtained by Reuters confirmed the presence of a structure at the entrance of the hotly disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South

Satellite images show suspected structure at disputed South China Sea atoll, but later gone
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Foxconn and Intel team up to build next-gen AI systems

Foxconn said on Thursday it will work with U.S. chipmaker Intel to jointly develop and deploy next-generation AI infrastructure and intelligent computing platforms in a move

Foxconn and Intel team up to build next-gen AI systems
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

TSMC working hard to meet chip demand, would 'like' to hike prices

Taiwan's TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, is striving to keep up with demand and avoid becoming a bottleneck in the global supply chain

TSMC working hard to meet chip demand, would 'like' to hike prices
Americas|Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weapons

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has visited a new facility to produce nuclear materials and announced plans to bolster the country’s nuclear forces “at an exponential rate."

North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weapons
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

A leaner, more focused Honeywell Aerospace projects strong growth after spinoff

Honeywell Aerospace told investors on Wednesday that it expects to book $6.5 billion in adjusted earnings by 2030, fueled by strong demand from jetmakers and

A leaner, more focused Honeywell Aerospace projects strong growth after spinoff
Business|Science|Technology

Meta repeatedly pushes back new AI model release for developers, WSJ says

Meta has repeatedly pushed back plans to release its new Muse Spark AI model API to developers, and as of Tuesday, had no scheduled launch date, the Wall Street Journal reported,

Meta repeatedly pushes back new AI model release for developers, WSJ says
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

AI companies are barreling toward huge Wall Street debuts. A look at the biggest players

Some of the leading artificial intelligence companies are moving toward initial public offerings this year at eye-popping valuations

AI companies are barreling toward huge Wall Street debuts. A look at the biggest players
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Flesh-eating New World screwworm detected in Texas calf, USDA says, signaling major threat to food production

Flesh-eating New World screwworm detected in Texas calf, USDA says, signaling major threat to food production

Flesh-eating New World screwworm detected in Texas calf, USDA says, signaling major threat to food production
Health|Science|World

Foodborne illnesses kill millions. Make these changes to reduce your risk

Foodborne illnesses kill millions. Make these changes to reduce your risk

Foodborne illnesses kill millions. Make these changes to reduce your risk
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

SpaceX wins Texas tax breaks for chip project, ahead of record IPO

SpaceX secured tax incentives on Wednesday for its proposed Terafab chip manufacturing project in Grimes County, Texas,

SpaceX wins Texas tax breaks for chip project, ahead of record IPO
Business|Science|Technology

Honeywell's Quantinuum raises $1.68 billion in US IPO as quantum computing heats up

Honeywell's Quantinuum said on Wednesday it has raised $1.68 billion in its U.S. initial public offering after pricing shares at $60 apiece, as

Honeywell's Quantinuum raises $1.68 billion in US IPO as quantum computing heats up
Health|Science|World

Tools to fight hantavirus show promise despite limited funding. Now researchers hope to continue

There were no treatments or vaccines to protect people during the recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship

Tools to fight hantavirus show promise despite limited funding. Now researchers hope to continue
Health|Political|Science|World

Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say

Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say

Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

Canadian government endorses a plan to move whales from shuttered Marineland park to US and Spain

The Canadian government has endorsed a plan to move the last remaining captive whales from a shuttered theme park and zoo in Ontario to aquariums in the U.S. and Spain

Canadian government endorses a plan to move whales from shuttered Marineland park to US and Spain
Business|Health|Science

Acting US FDA chief meets with rare disease groups to mend fences

Acting U.S.

Acting US FDA chief meets with rare disease groups to mend fences
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Fatal Virginia crash raises questions about bus safety and the records of the driver and company

A commercial bus crash in Virginia that killed five people and injured dozens of others has raised questions about the driver, the company that employed him and the overall safety of the industry

Fatal Virginia crash raises questions about bus safety and the records of the driver and company
Environment|Science|Technology

The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system

The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system

The oceans are in deep trouble. The Trump administration is ditching a vital deep-sea monitoring system
Health|Science|World

'We’re still behind' in Congo's Ebola outbreak even as testing improves, WHO chief says

The World Health Organization chief says Congo's Ebola outbreak had a head start but that testing is improving, even as violence plagues the region

'We’re still behind' in Congo's Ebola outbreak even as testing improves, WHO chief says
Science

Trump’s new ‘Aliens’ website exploits UFO intrigue to demean immigrants

Trump’s new ‘Aliens’ website exploits UFO intrigue to demean immigrants

Trump’s new ‘Aliens’ website exploits UFO intrigue to demean immigrants
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Oil prices climb back toward $100, and US stocks halt their record-breaking rally

Oil prices rose following the latest threats to the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and U.S. stocks retreated from their records

Oil prices climb back toward $100, and US stocks halt their record-breaking rally
Environment|Science|Technology

Radio scans find no alien tech from the latest interstellar comet

The group leading the charge in the search for extraterrestrial life has given the all clear

Radio scans find no alien tech from the latest interstellar comet
Health|Science|Technology|World

US equipment, experts arrive at Kenya Ebola facility despite court order, protests

Around 20 flights carrying medical equipment and specialist staff have landed at a base in Kenya where the U.S. government is continuing

US equipment, experts arrive at Kenya Ebola facility despite court order, protests
Business|Crime|Science|Technology|World

British lawmaker sues Musk's xAI over sexualised Grok images

British lawmaker Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI, saying in a statement on Wednesday the Grok AI platform had been used to create fake sexualised images of her.

British lawmaker sues Musk's xAI over sexualised Grok images
Business|Science|Technology

Uber's commitment to self-driving startup Nuro is close to $500 million, sources say

Uber has committed close to half a billion dollars in self-driving startup Nuro, two sources directly aware of the matter told Reuters, detailing the

Uber's commitment to self-driving startup Nuro is close to $500 million, sources say
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

It’s a fight for two lives: a mother is trying to survive for her unborn daughter

It’s a fight for two lives: a mother is trying to survive for her unborn daughter

It’s a fight for two lives: a mother is trying to survive for her unborn daughter
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Tesla rolls out unsupervised robotaxis in Austin

Tesla said on Wednesday it was rolling out its unsupervised robotaxis in the Austin Metro area in Texas, as the electric-vehicle maker looks to speed up its autonomous ride-hailing

Tesla rolls out unsupervised robotaxis in Austin
Business|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI's Altman to urge US lawmakers not to require AI model approvals

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will advocate against proposals that AI developers obtain U.S. government approval before releasing new models to the public,

OpenAI's Altman to urge US lawmakers not to require AI model approvals
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Automakers, retailers warn US memory-chip shortage is impacting prices

The increasing need for memory chips to power artificial intelligence data centers could lead to dramatic price hikes in U.S. consumer goods and

Automakers, retailers warn US memory-chip shortage is impacting prices
Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Cannons lost underwater during the American Revolution will soon go on display at a Georgia museum

Georgia's oldest city is welcoming a truckload of historical treasures from the earlier period of U.S. history

Cannons lost underwater during the American Revolution will soon go on display at a Georgia museum
Americas|Environment|Science|World

Tropical Storm Amanda is the first of the Pacific hurricane season, meteorologists say

The National Hurricane Center says the first tropical storm of the Pacific season has formed

Tropical Storm Amanda is the first of the Pacific hurricane season, meteorologists say
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries

According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world’s largest countries

Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries
Environment|Health|Science

FWC testing for algae following fish kill at Laishley Park Marina in Punta Gorda, Florida

FWC testing for algae following fish kill at Laishley Park Marina in Punta Gorda, Florida

FWC testing for algae following fish kill at Laishley Park Marina in Punta Gorda, Florida
Health|Science|World

WHO says Ebola response catching up as confirmed DRC cases hit 344

The World Health Organization said on Wednesday that the world is "catching up" with the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo, where

WHO says Ebola response catching up as confirmed DRC cases hit 344
Arts|Entertainment|Science

Steven Spielberg on his faith in alien life, the future of the movies and the power of empathy

Steven Spielberg's “Disclosure Day” returns Hollywood’s preeminent big-screen craftsman to one of his most abiding questions: Are we alone

Steven Spielberg on his faith in alien life, the future of the movies and the power of empathy
Education|Environment|Health|Science

A diet of royal jelly isn't the only thing that makes a queen bee

Scientists have identified a group of worker honeybees that are specially adapted to build their queen’s home within the hive

A diet of royal jelly isn't the only thing that makes a queen bee
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Table tennis helps metro Atlantans with neurological disorders bounce back

Table tennis helps metro Atlantans with neurological disorders bounce back

Table tennis helps metro Atlantans with neurological disorders bounce back
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

USA Rare Earth finalizes deals for up to $1.6 billion in funding under CHIPS Act

USA Rare Earth said on Wednesday it has signed agreements with the U.S.

USA Rare Earth finalizes deals for up to $1.6 billion in funding under CHIPS Act
Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Indonesian parrot, seen once in a century, reappears in mountain forest

For the past century, the Blue-fronted Lorikeet was one of Indonesia's most elusive birds, known only from a 2014 photographic record and a handful of museum

Indonesian parrot, seen once in a century, reappears in mountain forest
Business|Science|Technology

Meta enters enterprise AI race with new business agent

Meta Platforms on Wednesday unveiled an artificial intelligence agent aimed at helping businesses carry out day-to-day operations, positioning the social media

Meta enters enterprise AI race with new business agent
Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Philippines probes possible new structure at disputed Scarborough Shoal

A special Philippine task force said on Wednesday that it is investigating reports of an alleged new structure on the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea,

Philippines probes possible new structure at disputed Scarborough Shoal
Health|Lifestyle|Science

GLP-1 drugs may have a beneficial effect across many types of cancer

A growing body of evidence suggests that popular GLP-1 drugs, widely used for weight loss and diabetes, can provide protection against many types of cancer.

GLP-1 drugs may have a beneficial effect across many types of cancer
Health|Science|Technology

'It's still working': More are living with cancer as era of targeted drugs takes hold

Cathy Smithwick, now 67, has lived with breast cancer, and then ovarian cancer, for more than 20 years with the help of targeted drugs, drugs that harness the

'It's still working': More are living with cancer as era of targeted drugs takes hold
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Multiple teachers diagnosed with breast cancer at Uxbridge, Massachusetts high school, prompting investigation

Multiple teachers diagnosed with breast cancer at Uxbridge, Massachusetts high school, prompting investigation

Multiple teachers diagnosed with breast cancer at Uxbridge, Massachusetts high school, prompting investigation
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

EU targets Big Tech dependence with 'made-in-Europe' drive

The European Commission proposed laws on Wednesday to boost domestic cloud, AI and semiconductor industries and cut reliance on U.S.

EU targets Big Tech dependence with 'made-in-Europe' drive
Environment|Health|Science|Sports

PFAS in ski wax: Despite bans, these forever chemicals linger in wax rooms, study shows – so does their health risk

New research offers a cautionary tale about the difficulty of removing ‘forever chemicals’ from the environment.

PFAS in ski wax: Despite bans, these forever chemicals linger in wax rooms, study shows – so does their health risk
Arts|Entertainment|Opinion|Science|Technology

How ‘monoculture’ became a catchall for two opposing anxieties – that we no longer share enough, and that we all share too much

The term’s contradictory uses signal deeper worries about cultural fragmenting and algorithmic-induced flattening.

How ‘monoculture’ became a catchall for two opposing anxieties – that we no longer share enough, and that we all share too much
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Russia's Sberbank offers AI model to Global South states keen to bridge digital divide

(Amends dateline) By Gleb Bryanski and Elena Fabrichnaya ST.

Russia's Sberbank offers AI model to Global South states keen to bridge digital divide
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

The world’s biggest tech companies are betting big on computers that control themselves

The world’s biggest tech companies are betting big on computers that control themselves

The world’s biggest tech companies are betting big on computers that control themselves
Science|Technology|World

US, South Korea discuss nuclear cooperation in security talks

South Korea and the U.S. held inaugural talks this week to discuss nuclear cooperation under a joint fact sheet on security agreed by U.S.

US, South Korea discuss nuclear cooperation in security talks
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

ECB to ask banks for targeted measures to counter AI risk

The European Central Bank met commercial lenders last week to discuss the potential threat from the newest artificial intelligence models and will follow up with demands

ECB to ask banks for targeted measures to counter AI risk
Education|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Ultraprocessed food scientists say Americans are ‘fed up’ with industry and government inaction

Ultraprocessed food scientists say Americans are ‘fed up’ with industry and government inaction

Ultraprocessed food scientists say Americans are ‘fed up’ with industry and government inaction
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

DeepSeek slated to raise $7 billion in maiden funding round, sources say

DeepSeek, China's best-known AI startup, is set to raise about 50 billion yuan ($7.4 billion) in its first funding round from investors including Tencent Holdings and CATL, people

DeepSeek slated to raise $7 billion in maiden funding round, sources say
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Cave rescuers investigating ‘knocking response’ in search for two missing men

Rescuers in Laos say they are investigating a possible “knocking response” deep inside a flooded cave network where two men are believed to remain trapped. The response sounds came as rescuers rappelled down a newly discovered vertical shaft that may provide a safer entry into a flooded cave and lead to a chamber where the men could be.

Cave rescuers investigating ‘knocking response’ in search for two missing men
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Bayer says no plans to restructure despite litigation threat

Bayer has no plans to spin off Monsanto, a representative said on Tuesday, even as the company faces an avalanche of lawsuits over its

Bayer says no plans to restructure despite litigation threat
Crime|Health|Science|World

2 scientists charged with bringing deactivated mpox virus into the US and lying to authorities

Two scientists at a U.S. government lab have been charged with smuggling vials of deactivated mpox virus into the country from Africa without permits and lying about it to investigators

2 scientists charged with bringing deactivated mpox virus into the US and lying to authorities
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts

The Trump administration is dismantling a $386 million network of more than 900 ocean sensors funded by the National Science Foundation

Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

ChatGPT app hits 1 billion monthly active users in record time, data shows

OpenAI's ChatGPT has crossed 1 billion global monthly active app users, becoming the fastest app ever to reach the milestone, according to estimates from market intelligence firm

ChatGPT app hits 1 billion monthly active users in record time, data shows
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests

The Trump administration will ask leading AI developers to voluntarily submit their most capable models for government

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests
Health|Political|Science|World

US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid Ebola outbreak, Rubio says

U.S.

US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid Ebola outbreak, Rubio says
Environment|Science|World

A strong El Nino may be imminent. Climate change will make its effects worse

The El Nino weather pattern is forming, and is expected to cause extreme weather around the world this year, the WMO said on Tuesday.

A strong El Nino may be imminent. Climate change will make its effects worse
Business|Science|Technology

Microsoft teases new era of AI-driven devices at annual developer conference

Microsoft on Tuesday announced a sweeping slate of AI initiatives, from autonomous workplace assistants and gadgets to Nvidia-

Microsoft teases new era of AI-driven devices at annual developer conference
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Anthropic Mythos access to quadruple to about 200 Glasswing partners

Anthropic on Tuesday said it was planning a wider rollout of its artificial intelligence that has caught the attention of government and financial

Anthropic Mythos access to quadruple to about 200 Glasswing partners
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|US|World

Meta scales back plan for internal mouse-tracking tech, citing staff concerns

Meta is dialing back elements of its plan to collect employee mouse movements, keystrokes and other actions for use as AI training data, it said in an internal memo on

Meta scales back plan for internal mouse-tracking tech, citing staff concerns
Education|Science|Technology

Maryland schools to implement AI guidance, training under new law taking effect Monday

Maryland schools to implement AI guidance, training under new law taking effect Monday

Maryland schools to implement AI guidance, training under new law taking effect Monday
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US picks Louisiana, Oklahoma rare earth projects for $134 million funding

The U.S. Department of Energy said on Tuesday it has selected projects in Louisiana and Oklahoma for $134 million in funding to extract rare earth elements from waste streams.

US picks Louisiana, Oklahoma rare earth projects for $134 million funding
Business|Environment|Health|Science

A lot of ‘recycled’ plastic is being burned overseas – and causing widespread pollution linked to health problems

As more countries ban waste imports, plastic waste generators like the US will need to find better solutions. A few states are putting more responsibility on producers.

A lot of ‘recycled’ plastic is being burned overseas – and causing widespread pollution linked to health problems
Business|Science|Technology

Microsoft reveals new quantum chip made with AI, says it will have systems by 2029

Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled a new quantum computing chip that it redesigned with the help of AI, saying it now believes it will have commercially

Microsoft reveals new quantum chip made with AI, says it will have systems by 2029
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Hybrid work is not always the golden compromise employees expect – even as more companies implement it

Many employees say they prefer flexibility when it comes to working in the office, but they find it creates uncertainty and unpredictability.

Hybrid work is not always the golden compromise employees expect – even as more companies implement it
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Trump signs executive order asking for access to new AI models before they launch

Trump signs executive order asking for access to new AI models before they launch

Trump signs executive order asking for access to new AI models before they launch
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
Business|Health|Science|Technology

People are flooding AI chatbots with health questions. Microsoft is teaming up with Mayo Clinic to help

People are flooding AI chatbots with health questions. Microsoft is teaming up with Mayo Clinic to help

People are flooding AI chatbots with health questions. Microsoft is teaming up with Mayo Clinic to help
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology|US

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket to return to flight before year ends, CEO says

Blue Origin will return its New Glenn rocket to flight before the year ends, CEO Dave Limp said late on Monday, days after one of the rockets exploded, damaging the

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket to return to flight before year ends, CEO says
Health|Science|Technology

Breakthrough drug nearly doubles survival with advanced pancreatic cancer – an oncologist explains how daraxonrasib overcame an ‘undruggable’ disease

Around 97% of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer die within five years. Researchers have figured out a way to target the mechanism that makes these tumors so deadly.

Breakthrough drug nearly doubles survival with advanced pancreatic cancer – an oncologist explains how daraxonrasib overcame an ‘undruggable’ disease
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Flesh-eating screwworm detected 25 miles from US border in Mexico, USDA says

A parasitic fly that eats warm-blooded animals alive and could cause millions of dollars in economic damage was found in Mexico within 25 miles of the

Flesh-eating screwworm detected 25 miles from US border in Mexico, USDA says
Health|Science|Travel|US|World

US CDC flags health risks linked to travel-related cosmetic procedures

The U.S.

US CDC flags health risks linked to travel-related cosmetic procedures
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Rescuers search for new ways into cave in Laos where two men feared trapped

Rescuers search for new ways into cave in Laos where two men feared trapped

Rescuers search for new ways into cave in Laos where two men feared trapped
Environment|Science|Technology

NOAA celebrates 50 years of 'riding a roller coaster through a washing machine'

NOAA celebrates 50 years of 'riding a roller coaster through a washing machine'

NOAA celebrates 50 years of 'riding a roller coaster through a washing machine'
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Pints of Science' at New World Tampa blends beer and brainpower at monthly minglings

Pints of Science' at New World Tampa blends beer and brainpower at monthly minglings

Pints of Science' at New World Tampa blends beer and brainpower at monthly minglings
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Letting private companies use Cold War-era plutonium could set a dangerous precedent, senator says

Letting private companies use Cold War-era plutonium could set a dangerous precedent, senator says

Letting private companies use Cold War-era plutonium could set a dangerous precedent, senator says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

How a nudge from Nvidia propelled frugal Micron into the AI boom and a $1 trillion market cap

Micron Technology's march toward a $1 trillion valuation is nothing if not dramatic: a year ago it was a little over $100 billion.

How a nudge from Nvidia propelled frugal Micron into the AI boom and a $1 trillion market cap
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO says suspected Ebola cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out

The World Health Organization said there have been 321 confirmed cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo outbreak and 116

WHO says suspected Ebola cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out
Business|Science|Technology

Cisco rolls out software tools to protect IT systems from AI agents

Cisco Systems on Tuesday announced a new suite of software tools that businesses can use to build their own armies of bots known as AI agents, to

Cisco rolls out software tools to protect IT systems from AI agents
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Morningstar values SpaceX at $780 billion, half its IPO target

Morningstar analysts pegged SpaceX's valuation at $780 billion, less than half of what the Elon Musk-led company is reportedly targeting in its initial public

Morningstar values SpaceX at $780 billion, half its IPO target
Health|Interview|Opinion|Science

Women are over-apologizing. It’s more complex than you might think

Women are over-apologizing. It’s more complex than you might think

Women are over-apologizing. It’s more complex than you might think
Science|Technology

Powerful AI is making facial recognition better at identifying you

New AI-based facial recognition techniques are reducing false positive and false negative matches.

Powerful AI is making facial recognition better at identifying you
Education|Opinion|Science

How Fox News viewership increases belief in the anti-immigrant great replacement theory

White Americans who watch Fox News are more likely to agree that shadowy political elites are embracing permissive immigration policies to replace native-born white Americans.

How Fox News viewership increases belief in the anti-immigrant great replacement theory
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|US|World

Arm Holdings CEO says US would have difficulty banning AI CPU chip exports to China

By Max A.

Arm Holdings CEO says US would have difficulty banning AI CPU chip exports to China
Business|Health|Science|Technology

Fulcrum plummets 50% after scrapping lead sickle-cell drug on FDA concerns

Shares of Fulcrum Therapeutics plunged 50% in premarket trading on Tuesday after the company said it would abandon development of its experimental sickle-cell disease drug following

Fulcrum plummets 50% after scrapping lead sickle-cell drug on FDA concerns
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN urges the world to ready for extreme heat risk from El Nino

The United Nations weather agency forecast on Tuesday a moderate or possibly a strong El Nino that could drive up global temperatures and increase the

UN urges the world to ready for extreme heat risk from El Nino
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

Pope Leo XIV has issued a manifesto calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence

'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI

America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI

America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI
Health|Science|Travel|World

Congo re-opens airport at centre of Ebola outbreak

Democratic Republic of Congo has re-opened the airport in the capital city of the province hit hardest by the ongoing Ebola outbreak, a government statement said,

Congo re-opens airport at centre of Ebola outbreak
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Robot patrol dogs could be coming to Taiwan's South China Sea islands

The Taiwan military's top weapons development institute showed off on Tuesday three robot patrol dogs that could one day be used on Taiwan's islands in the disputed South

Robot patrol dogs could be coming to Taiwan's South China Sea islands
Health|Science|World

Health officials oppose US plan to treat Ebola-exposed Americans overseas

Healthcare officials in the U.S., including former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials, on Monday warned Congress against adopting a proposed policy to treat

Health officials oppose US plan to treat Ebola-exposed Americans overseas
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Under Notre Dame cathedral, a 'dig of the century' unearths 1,700 years of history

Archaeologists are digging beneath Notre Dame cathedral to explore as far back as Roman Paris from 2,000 years ago

Under Notre Dame cathedral, a 'dig of the century' unearths 1,700 years of history
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Australia's CBA flags surging AI costs as tasks grow complex, slams 'work slop'

The cost of using AI will rise in less predictable ways as companies deploy the technology for complex tasks, the head of Australia's biggest bank said on Tuesday, calling

Australia's CBA flags surging AI costs as tasks grow complex, slams 'work slop'
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Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief tells CNBC

Damage to a Blue Origin launch pad from the spectacular explosion of the company's giant New Glenn rocket during a test firing of its engines last week will "take some serious time"

Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief tells CNBC
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Some hantavirus-exposed cruise ship passengers return home to finish quarantine

Some hantavirus-exposed cruise ship passengers return home to finish quarantine

Some hantavirus-exposed cruise ship passengers return home to finish quarantine
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Meteor as heavy as an elephant causes widespread speculation across New England

NASA says a fireball as heavy as an elephant caused the double boom that rang out over New England

Meteor as heavy as an elephant causes widespread speculation across New England
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5 American cruise ship passengers leave Nebraska quarantine facility

Five American cruise ship passengers exposed to hantavirus are leaving a Nebraska quarantine facility

5 American cruise ship passengers leave Nebraska quarantine facility
Asia|Environment|Science|World

8 crested ibises released in Japanese town decades after extinction in Japan

Eight crested ibises have been released into the wild in a north-central Japanese town, decades after going extinct in the country

8 crested ibises released in Japanese town decades after extinction in Japan
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Duke Energy exploring tech partnerships to offset nuclear expansion risks

Duke Energy, one of the largest U.S. electric utilities, said on Monday it has talked to hyperscalers about the prospect of building new

Duke Energy exploring tech partnerships to offset nuclear expansion risks
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Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT

The state of Florida has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming the company knowingly released and aggressively marketed ChatGPT to the public while concealing serious risks

Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT
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Wyoming’s ‘Path of the Pronghorn’ is a signature away from protections sought for a quarter century

Wyoming is close to designating a migration corridor for pronghorn, a move conservation biologist Joel Berger has long supported

Wyoming’s ‘Path of the Pronghorn’ is a signature away from protections sought for a quarter century
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Anthropic races toward a Wall Street debut with a confidential SEC filing

Artificial intelligence company Anthropic is moving toward going public on Wall Street, the latest chapter in its meteoric rise from a little-known research laboratory to one of the leading AI companies valued at $965 billion

Anthropic races toward a Wall Street debut with a confidential SEC filing
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Florida sues OpenAI, alleging it’s unsafe for children

Florida sues OpenAI, alleging it’s unsafe for children

Florida sues OpenAI, alleging it’s unsafe for children
Environment|Science|Travel

Emergency fish salvage in place at reservoir on Colorado's Eastern Plains

Emergency fish salvage in place at reservoir on Colorado's Eastern Plains

Emergency fish salvage in place at reservoir on Colorado's Eastern Plains
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Kīlauea eruption episode 48 begins early Monday morning

Kīlauea eruption episode 48 begins early Monday morning

Kīlauea eruption episode 48 begins early Monday morning
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Anthropic files to go public in a potentially trillion-dollar debut

Anthropic files to go public in a potentially trillion-dollar debut

Anthropic files to go public in a potentially trillion-dollar debut
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Ebola cases in Congo near 300 as more joyful stories from recovered medical workers emerge

Congo has confirmed at least 282 Ebola cases in its growing outbreak

Ebola cases in Congo near 300 as more joyful stories from recovered medical workers emerge
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Merck exec says company is discussing use of COVID antiviral drug in Ebola response

Merck is in discussions with various global health authorities about making its COVID antiviral pill molnupiravir available as an Ebola treatment to

Merck exec says company is discussing use of COVID antiviral drug in Ebola response
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Moderna and other groups get $60 million to develop Ebola vaccine

Global health organisation CEPI will give roughly $60 million to Moderna and two other groups to accelerate the development of

Moderna and other groups get $60 million to develop Ebola vaccine
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Florida becomes first state to sue OpenAI over child safety risks

Florida sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman on Monday, accusing the company of misrepresenting the safety of its ChatGPT platform, which the lawsuit said has

Florida becomes first state to sue OpenAI over child safety risks
Health|Science

One way to improve your sleep? Imitate the habits of hunter-gatherers

One way to improve your sleep? Imitate the habits of hunter-gatherers

One way to improve your sleep? Imitate the habits of hunter-gatherers
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO chief wraps up visit to Ebola-hit Congo, briefs president on response

The head of the World Health Organization on Monday concluded his visit to Democratic Republic of Congo by briefing the president on the response to the

WHO chief wraps up visit to Ebola-hit Congo, briefs president on response
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Nvidia courts Korea's tech giants at Taipei dinner as AI push deepens

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang hosted top South Korean tech executives including the boss of chipmaker SK Hynix at a boisterous dinner on Monday,

Nvidia courts Korea's tech giants at Taipei dinner as AI push deepens
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Nvidia launches new chip to bring AI directly to personal computers

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Nvidia launches new chip to bring AI directly to personal computers
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Climate summits are falling short of what the planet needs, EU climate chief says

The outcomes of most of the United Nations' recent COP climate summits have fallen short of the more ambitious action scientists say is needed to address climate change,

Climate summits are falling short of what the planet needs, EU climate chief says
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What are AI PCs that Nvidia's Jensen Huang is betting on?

Nvidia has turned the spotlight on AI PCs after CEO Jensen Huang launched a new chip that would put artificial intelligence capabilities directly into laptops and desktop computers,

What are AI PCs that Nvidia's Jensen Huang is betting on?
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Rare blue micromoon dances through Massachusetts sky

Rare blue micromoon dances through Massachusetts sky

Rare blue micromoon dances through Massachusetts sky
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Central Florida 7-year-old joins Mensa after scoring in top 0.1% of her age group

Central Florida 7-year-old joins Mensa after scoring in top 0.1% of her age group

Central Florida 7-year-old joins Mensa after scoring in top 0.1% of her age group
Entertainment|Health|Science|Technology

Birmingham Zoo bird thrives after receiving custom prosthetic beak from UAB dental team

Birmingham Zoo bird thrives after receiving custom prosthetic beak from UAB dental team

Birmingham Zoo bird thrives after receiving custom prosthetic beak from UAB dental team
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Nvidia bets on AI personal computers with new 'superchip' powering Windows laptops

Nvidia has unveiled powerful new chips to bring advanced artificial intelligence to Windows laptops and desktops

Nvidia bets on AI personal computers with new 'superchip' powering Windows laptops
Economy|Education|Environment|Science

Hurricane season is here: Federal flood insurance carries 2 moral hazards – which you face depends largely on how wealthy you are

Subsidized insurance makes waterfront property seem safer than it is for wealthier buyers, while many low-income homeowners face repeat disasters with no help.

Hurricane season is here: Federal flood insurance carries 2 moral hazards – which you face depends largely on how wealthy you are
Health|Science|Technology

Dr. ChatGPT is getting remarkably good at diagnosing health problems - but actual doctors are still better at weighing treatment options

Uncertainty is common in medicine, and AI isn’t very good at navigating it.

Dr. ChatGPT is getting remarkably good at diagnosing health problems - but actual doctors are still better at weighing treatment options
Arts|Science|Technology

Your phone screen doesn’t have the same color range as the human eye – and AI widens the gap between digital images and the real thing

A photographer describes how your phone camera flattens and dulls the colors in photos – and how to regain an appreciation for the wide spectrum of colors.

Your phone screen doesn’t have the same color range as the human eye – and AI widens the gap between digital images and the real thing
Business|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

A robot is helping an ailing couple stay in their home. Are more to come for an aging population?

The decades-long quest to build home robots that are both helpful and lifelike — spurred on by fictional machines like The Jetsons’ humanoid maid Rosie —- is still mostly a pipe dream, but some developers are getting closer

A robot is helping an ailing couple stay in their home. Are more to come for an aging population?
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Black teachers improve outcomes for all students, but the profession remains largely white

Many Black teachers were pushed out of classrooms from the 1950s through ‘70s. Despite new recruitment programs, the teacher workforce remains mostly white.

Black teachers improve outcomes for all students, but the profession remains largely white
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Venice’s growing flamingo population finds refuge in recovering wetlands

Flamingos are flocking to the Venetian Lagoon in record numbers as ecological efforts restore damaged wetlands

Venice’s growing flamingo population finds refuge in recovering wetlands
Health|Science|World

Ebola recoveries bring signs of hope in DRC as suspected cases emerge outside Africa

Four nurses who were being treated for Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus have been discharged from a hospital in Bunia in the Democratic

Ebola recoveries bring signs of hope in DRC as suspected cases emerge outside Africa
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Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket experienced an anomaly during a ground test known as a hotfire Thursday in Cape Canaveral, Florida, the company shared on X. "All personnel are accounted for," according to the X post.

Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test
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Kenya pushes ahead with Ebola quarantine facility in partnership with US despite court order

Kenya pushes ahead with Ebola quarantine facility in partnership with US despite court order

Kenya pushes ahead with Ebola quarantine facility in partnership with US despite court order
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Russia says Ukrainian drone struck Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Kyiv denies

Russia's state nuclear energy company Rosatom said on Saturday a Ukrainian drone had struck the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Europe's largest, causing no

Russia says Ukrainian drone struck Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Kyiv denies
Africa|Health|Political|Science|World

WHO chief urges safe burials in visit to heart of Ebola outbreak

The World Health Organisation chief travelled on Saturday to the Congolese province hardest hit by an Ebola outbreak, urging residents to seek

WHO chief urges safe burials in visit to heart of Ebola outbreak
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Dead gray whale found in water off California coast

Dead gray whale found in water off California coast

Dead gray whale found in water off California coast
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO chief visits epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo as cases outpace response

The head of the World Health Organization has visited Bunia in eastern Congo, where a rare Ebola outbreak is spreading rapidly

WHO chief visits epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo as cases outpace response
Health|Science

Poop tests and blood tests join colonoscopy as options for colorectal cancer screening

The American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guidelines to reflect advances in technology and increase access to screening.

Poop tests and blood tests join colonoscopy as options for colorectal cancer screening
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

First Windows PC powered by Nvidia chips to debut next week, Axios reports

AI chip firm Nvidia and Microsoft are expected next week to debut the first Windows PCs that use Nvidia's chips as the main processor, Axios reported on Saturday, citing sources.

First Windows PC powered by Nvidia chips to debut next week, Axios reports
Environment|Science|Technology

A violent volcanic eruption may have revealed a new weapon to tackle a potent planet-heating gas

A violent volcanic eruption may have revealed a new weapon to tackle a potent planet-heating gas

A violent volcanic eruption may have revealed a new weapon to tackle a potent planet-heating gas
Asia|Environment|Health|Science|World

A visual guide to the Laos cave rescue

A visual guide to the Laos cave rescue

A visual guide to the Laos cave rescue
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Blue Origin faces months of delays after rocket explosion damages launch pad

Blue Origin faces a months-long setback after the explosion of a rocket damaged its launch pad, company and industry sources said, scrambling schedules for

Blue Origin faces months of delays after rocket explosion damages launch pad
Health|Science

Most new moms get the baby blues. But it could be something more serious: postpartum depression

Postpartum depression is a potentially dangerous condition that can fill a typically joyous time with despair

Most new moms get the baby blues. But it could be something more serious: postpartum depression
Economy|Science|Technology|World

AUKUS to develop unmanned undersea vehicles, delivery set for 2027

The United States, Britain and Australia are working together to develop unmanned undersea vehicles as part of their trilateral AUKUS defence pact, U.S.

AUKUS to develop unmanned undersea vehicles, delivery set for 2027
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As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals

For many in Congo and elsewhere in Central and West Africa, there is no shame in craving wild meat, a key part of the culture

As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals
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Trump’s physician says the president is in 'excellent health' and is 'fully fit' to serve

Donald Trump’s physician says the president is in “excellent health” and is “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief after a medical exam Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Trump’s physician says the president is in 'excellent health' and is 'fully fit' to serve
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Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations

President Donald Trump is giving his endorsement to a January study by the Department of Health and Human Services that calls for cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every American child

Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations
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California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists

California air regulators have updated a key climate program Friday

California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists
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A trivia champ, 2 brothers and a helpful grandfather were among victims of Washington tank collapse

Crews have recovered another victim from a massive chemical tank rupture at a paper mill in Washington state

A trivia champ, 2 brothers and a helpful grandfather were among victims of Washington tank collapse
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Trump signs order to use HHS vaccine assessment as federal guide

U.S.

Trump signs order to use HHS vaccine assessment as federal guide
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Flesh-eating screwworm found within 31 miles of US border, says USDA

A devastating parasitic fly that eats warm-blooded animals alive and could cause millions of dollars in economic damage to the U.S. economy has been

Flesh-eating screwworm found within 31 miles of US border, says USDA
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What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event

What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event

What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

To travel far on cloudy days, pigeons listen to their gut

To travel far on cloudy days, pigeons listen to their gut

To travel far on cloudy days, pigeons listen to their gut
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White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report

White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report

White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report
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California warns of wild mushroom poisoning outbreak after 50 cases and four deaths

California warns of wild mushroom poisoning outbreak after 50 cases and four deaths

California warns of wild mushroom poisoning outbreak after 50 cases and four deaths
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Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is assessing damage to its Florida launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing

Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low

The cigarette smoking rate among U.S. adults dropped to another all-time low last year

US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US

The Trump administration issued a sweeping demand to Mexico to raise the level of regional

Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US
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SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites

The U.S. Space Force said on Friday it has awarded Elon Musk's IPO-bound SpaceX a $4.16 billion deal for a satellite program designed to track and target airborne threats.

SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO chief lands in Congo, saying Ebola outbreak 'can be stopped'

The head of the World Health Organization has arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, to support efforts against an Ebola outbreak

WHO chief lands in Congo, saying Ebola outbreak 'can be stopped'
Economy|Health|Science|World

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading

Geography may not provide meaningful protection once an outbreak is already underway.

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading
Science|Technology|World

Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question

NASA has several contracts with Blue Origin as part of its Artemis program – this setback for the company could delay the program.

Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question
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US FDA approves MannKind's inhaled insulin for children

The U.S.

US FDA approves MannKind's inhaled insulin for children
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Iran's strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium

Iran and the United States are in discussions to extend their ceasefire so as to start negotiations on issues including Tehran's nuclear program, where

Iran's strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium
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White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants

The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants

White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
Science|Technology|World

Russian Oreshnik missile fired in January was nine years old, Ukrainian experts say

A Russian Oreshnik missile fired at Ukraine in January appears to have been made nine years ago and contains only Russian and Belarusian components, Ukrainian

Russian Oreshnik missile fired in January was nine years old, Ukrainian experts say
Health|Science|Technology|World

China's Shenzhou-21 astronaut crew returns to Earth

China's Shenzhou-21 crew of three astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after nearly seven months in space and were in good health, state media reported.

China's Shenzhou-21 astronaut crew returns to Earth
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3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew

Three Chinese astronauts have returned to Earth after spending seven months in space

3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
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In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz

When AMD CEO Lisa Su

In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water

Thousands of households in southeast England were left without water or facing low pressure during a record-breaking heatwave

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water
Science|Technology

Scientists used a method from ecology to identify whether icy moons could hold conditions for life

Future missions may be able to take only a small, damaged sample from space back to Earth. A simple analysis tool could help determine whether its contents suggest the presence of life.

Scientists used a method from ecology to identify whether icy moons could hold conditions for life
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Inca child mummy returned to indigenous community in Argentina

The mummy of a child from the Inca period, discovered frozen in 1905 on a mountain in northwestern Argentina, has been returned to an indigenous

Inca child mummy returned to indigenous community in Argentina
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Protect yourself from contagious viruses (and we don’t mean Ebola), with these expert tips

Protect yourself from contagious viruses (and we don’t mean Ebola), with these expert tips

Protect yourself from contagious viruses (and we don’t mean Ebola), with these expert tips
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When ICE ramped up enforcement, US-born workers didn’t see any economic gains

Contrary to the belief that an immigration crackdown would lead to more jobs for US-born workers, ICE enforcement hasn’t produced economic gains for Americans.

When ICE ramped up enforcement, US-born workers didn’t see any economic gains
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I’m a doctor who helped rename PCOS to PMOS – a 10-year process of listening to 14,000 patients and health professionals speak on how to improve care

Polycystic ovary syndrome is an inaccurate name for a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Its new name can help address missed diagnoses and fragmented care.

I’m a doctor who helped rename PCOS to PMOS – a 10-year process of listening to 14,000 patients and health professionals speak on how to improve care
Health|Science|World

US setting up Ebola care facility in Kenya for Americans

The Trump administration says it's setting up a "state-of-the-art facility” in Kenya for Americans who may have been exposed to the Ebola virus but who do not have symptoms.

US setting up Ebola care facility in Kenya for Americans
Health|Science|World

906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, WHO says

The World Health Organization said on Friday that there are 906 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 223 suspected

906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, WHO says
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

The World Health Organization said on Friday that there were 906 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 223 suspected

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola
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Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained

Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained

Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained
Health|Science|Travel|World

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch

Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch
Arts|Science|Technology

Living, dying (and flying) artworks — Inside Anicka Yi’s ephemeral universe

Living, dying (and flying) artworks — Inside Anicka Yi’s ephemeral universe

Living, dying (and flying) artworks — Inside Anicka Yi’s ephemeral universe
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OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says

OpenAI has given some Japanese financial institutions access to its GPT-5.5 model to help prevent cyberattacks, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama

OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says
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At Computex, Nvidia and Taiwan's expanding role in AI infrastructure set to take centre stage

At Taiwan's annual Computex trade show next week, the spotlight is likely to be dominated, as usual, by Nvidia and its products, but also by the island's

At Computex, Nvidia and Taiwan's expanding role in AI infrastructure set to take centre stage
Crime|Science|Technology

AI ‘voice cloning’ scams are on the rise. Here’s how to protect yourself

AI ‘voice cloning’ scams are on the rise. Here’s how to protect yourself

AI ‘voice cloning’ scams are on the rise. Here’s how to protect yourself
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

Lucid to recall over 2,000 vehicles in US due to drive power issues

Electric vehicle maker Lucid is recalling 2,039 vehicles in the U.S. due to a loss of drive power that increases the risk of a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety

Lucid to recall over 2,000 vehicles in US due to drive power issues
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China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

In a remote Chinese desert, a vast military complex is taking shape that some security scholars say appears built to ensure

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos
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Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test

Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test

Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

For the third time this month, a chip giant has joined the $1 trillion club

For the third time this month, a chip giant has joined the $1 trillion club

For the third time this month, a chip giant has joined the $1 trillion club
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Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test

A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin has exploded during a test at the launch pad

Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test
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Huawei bets on speed over shrinking transistors to sidestep US chip sanctions

Huawei's new chip design principle focused on boosting transmission speed rather than continuing to shrink semiconductors offers a path for

Huawei bets on speed over shrinking transistors to sidestep US chip sanctions
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad in a setback for bid to catch Musk's SpaceX

An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a Florida launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space

Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad in a setback for bid to catch Musk's SpaceX
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Samsung Electronics ships faster HBM4E chip samples to customers; shares jump

Samsung Electronics on Friday said it started shipping samples of its latest high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip to customers, pulling ahead of rivals in

Samsung Electronics ships faster HBM4E chip samples to customers; shares jump
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Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese
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What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle

New York City residents and visitors are treated to a phenomenon twice a year known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle
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Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv

The United States on Thursday leveled unusually harsh criticism against Russia and called for it to refrain from its promised "

Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv
Business|Science|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics ships HBM4E chip samples to global customers

Samsung Electronics said on Friday it has started shipping samples of its latest high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip, or the 12-layer HBM4E, marking what it said was the

Samsung Electronics ships HBM4E chip samples to global customers
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How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations
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Brazil rare earths miner Viridis to sell to US, European buyers, not China, CEO says

Australian rare earths miner Viridis Mining and Minerals is in advanced discussions with potential offtake buyers in Europe and the U.S. for its

Brazil rare earths miner Viridis to sell to US, European buyers, not China, CEO says
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Cheniere signs $4.69 billion deal with Bechtel to expand LNG export capacity

Cheniere Energy Partners said on Thursday it signed a contract with Bechtel Corp for engineering, procurement and construction of the first phase of its Sabine Pass LNG expansion

Cheniere signs $4.69 billion deal with Bechtel to expand LNG export capacity
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Apollo, Blackstone work on $36 billion debt deal for Anthropic, Bloomberg News reports

Apollo Global Management and Blackstone are working to bring in additional investors for about $36 billion debt financing tied to AI startup Anthropic PBC's efforts to expand its AI

Apollo, Blackstone work on $36 billion debt deal for Anthropic, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Anthropic vaults to a $965 billion valuation with new funding as Claude demand surges

Artificial intelligence company Anthropic said Thursday it raised $65 billion in private funding that will push its valuation to $965 billion, a whopping number that makes the 5-year-old research laboratory behind the Claude chatbot one of the world’s most valuable startups as it careens toward a likely Wall Street debut

Anthropic vaults to a $965 billion valuation with new funding as Claude demand surges
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Newly declassified FBI documents detail UFO sighting by officers — and one of them filmed it

Newly declassified FBI documents detail UFO sighting by officers — and one of them filmed it

Newly declassified FBI documents detail UFO sighting by officers — and one of them filmed it
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San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry

San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry

San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry
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WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak

The World Health Organization recommended prioritizing three experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, including Mapp Biopharmaceutical's MBP134, Regeneron's

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak
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California sues 23andMe over large 2023 data breach

The genetics testing company 23andMe was sued on Thursday by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, over a 2023 data breach that exposed genetic and other

California sues 23andMe over large 2023 data breach
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AI is changing this job so fast the interview process can’t keep up

AI is changing this job so fast the interview process can’t keep up

AI is changing this job so fast the interview process can’t keep up
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Small biotech firms quicker to 'latch onto' AI than big ones, says Tencent Healthcare President  

Small biotech firms "latch onto" AI more quickly than bigger firms, the head of Chinese tech giant Tencent's healthcare division said on Thursday, as more businesses

Small biotech firms quicker to 'latch onto' AI than big ones, says Tencent Healthcare President  
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IBM to invest $10 billion for large-scale quantum computer by 2029

IBM said on Thursday it plans to invest more than $10 billion in quantum computing over five years as it aims to build by 2029 the first large-scale quantum computer capable of

IBM to invest $10 billion for large-scale quantum computer by 2029
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Private equity firm EQT partners with Google Cloud for AI rollout

EQT has partnered with Alphabet's

Private equity firm EQT partners with Google Cloud for AI rollout
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CVS brings back coverage for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound

CVS Health will restore Eli Lilly's weight-loss injection Zepbound to its list of covered drugs and add the drugmaker's newly approved obesity pill, Foundayo, it

CVS brings back coverage for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound
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US auto safety regulator opens probe into nearly 115,000 Rivian vehicles

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday it has opened a preliminary probe into 114,922 Rivian vehicles over an issue with the rear toe link.

US auto safety regulator opens probe into nearly 115,000 Rivian vehicles