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prnewswire.comscience2 hrs ago
American Diabetes Association Delays Journal Piece on Conference Protest Pending Review
@statnews reported that ADA leaders prevented Diabetes Care editors from publishing an editorial and accounts about five specialists ejected from the group's June meeting in New Orleans. The pieces remain available on an open-access site.
abcnews.go.comworld2 hrs ago
Mexican Government Seeks Private Investment for Infrastructure Projects
The administration of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is seeking private capital to fund infrastructure development. Officials have not named specific projects or investment targets in the available reporting.
foxnews.compolitics2 hrs ago
Andy Burnham to Be Confirmed Labour Leader Friday and Become Prime Minister Monday
Andy Burnham will be confirmed as Labour leader at a special conference in central London on Friday. He will take over as prime minister from Sir Keir Starmer on Monday after winning a by-election last month and securing support from 379 MPs and trade unions.
politics7 hrs ago
Outgoing Prime Minister Nominates 26 New Peers Including London Mayor Sadiq Khan
Outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer nominated 26 new peers including Labour's Sir Sadiq Khan. The list includes nominees from multiple parties ahead of Andy Burnham taking office on Monday.
The War Zoneworld8 hrs ago
Royal Air Force Launches Storm Fighter Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program
The U.K. Royal Air Force announced the Storm Fighter program on July 16, 2026, to develop autonomous drones for operations with crewed fighters. The effort draws from a $406 million allocation within a broader $6.6 billion defense modernization plan spanning four years.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics8 hrs ago
Andy Burnham Plans August UK Tour After Becoming Prime Minister on 20 July
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham will visit Port Talbot and Aberdeen during a summer listening tour while Parliament is in recess. He assumes the Labour leadership on Friday and the premiership on Monday.
zerohedge.comai9 hrs ago
Moonshot AI readies 2-3 trillion parameter Kimi K3 model
Chinese AI lab Moonshot AI will release Kimi K3, a 2-3 trillion parameter open-weight model, in the coming days. The release follows a May funding round and comes as companies weigh open-source alternatives to closed models.
yna.co.krworld9 hrs ago
U.S. Designates Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
The designations, published Thursday in the Federal Register, raise the total number of Mexican groups on the list to eight. They expand legal tools available to U.S. authorities against the organizations and their supporters.
news.sky.comworld10 hrs ago
Sudan Minister Says War Reshaped Demographics, Though Some Displaced Have Returned
Mutasim Ahmed Saleh stated on July 16 that the conflict has altered population distribution, poverty levels and labor markets. The war between the army and Rapid Support Forces began in April 2023.
Los Angeles Timesworld10 hrs ago
Los Angeles Times publishes guide to public pools
The Los Angeles Times compiled a list of low-cost public pools across Los Angeles County after months of research. The guide includes details on parking, hours, and activities at multiple facilities. Free one-day family pool passes are available through the Los Angeles Public Lib…
winnipegfreepress.compolitics10 hrs ago
Acting Labor Secretary to Face Senate Confirmation Hearing Thursday
Acting Labor Department Secretary Keith Sonderling will testify before the Senate committee on his nomination to lead the department. The hearing follows the June jobs report showing weaker-than-expected employment growth.
The Vergetechnology11 hrs ago
Ninja Releases Microwave That Also Air Fries, Available for $449
The Ninja Crispi Microwave went on sale July 16 for $449. It heats food with microwaves before switching to air fryer mode for crisp results.
markets.businessinsider.comfinance11 hrs ago
U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Fall to 208,000, Lowest in 10 Weeks
The Labor Department reported Thursday that new jobless claims dropped 8,000 to 208,000 for the week ending July 11. The reading came in below the 219,000 forecast and marked the lowest level in 10 weeks.
Euronewspolitics12 hrs ago
EU foreign ministers label China a long-term strategic challenge and set October deadline for trade talks
EU foreign ministers issued a joint assessment on July 16, 2026, stating that China threatens the bloc's economy and security. The document links Beijing to Russia's actions in Ukraine and sets an October deadline for trade rebalancing talks.
cnet.comscience15 hrs ago
TrumpRx Lists 92 Brand-Name Drugs from 15 Companies as of Mid-July, Up from 43 at February Launch
The government website named for President Trump offers discounts on fewer than 12 percent of the more than 800 brand-name drugs marketed by participating firms. Some major revenue-generating medicines remain unavailable while generics frequently cost less elsewhere.
The Guardianfinance15 hrs ago
Ocado shares fall nearly 15% after half-year pre-tax profit drops to £17m
The online grocery technology company reported sharply lower profits for the six months to 31 May. Its co-founder and chief executive said he plans to step down in 2028 but will remain available to support the business.
The Sydney Morning Heraldfinance15 hrs ago
Australian Banks Cut Credit Card Rewards Ahead of Surcharge Ban
Several banks are reducing points-earning rates, raising fees, and limiting lounge access on credit cards issued under white-label programs. The changes take effect October 1 when a Reserve Bank ban on merchant surcharges begins.
Euronewsai16 hrs ago
Fujitsu, Yaskawa and Kawasaki Partner with Nvidia to Develop Physical AI Robots
Fujitsu, Yaskawa Electric Corp. and Kawasaki Heavy Industries announced a collaboration with Nvidia Corp. to develop physical AI robots in Tokyo on Thursday. The first phase begins later this year.
gizmodo.comworld3 hrs agoUpdated
Researchers Describe New Monkey Species in Small Congo Forest Area Between Lomami and Lualaba Rivers
Researchers have formally described Colobus congoensis from forests between the Lomami and Lualaba rivers. The species is the fifth new African monkey identified in the past 75 years.
abcnews.go.comsports18 hrs ago
White Sox Hold 40-Minute Meeting to Choose Between Two Shortstops for No. 1 Pick
More than two dozen personnel gathered at Rate Field on July 15 to weigh UCLA's Roch Cholowsky against Texas high school senior Grady Emerson. General manager Chris Getz made the final call after a collaborative review.
ndtv.comworld1 day ago
Redi-Bag USA Settles U.S. Customs Case for $7.3 Million One Day After Asset Sale
Redi-Bag USA and CEO Jeffrey Rabiea agreed to pay $7.3 million to resolve claims they mislabeled Chinese-made plastic bags as Hong Kong products to avoid tariffs. The Justice Department announced the deal on July 15, 2026. A whistleblower will receive $1.3 million.
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business1 day ago
Holiday Childcare Costs Rise 5 Percent on Average, Fall in One Region
Average weekly costs reached 191 pounds per child, with a six-week summer total of 1,145 pounds. Regional increases varied sharply, and data on availability remained limited.
ibtimes.compolitics1 day ago
EU Paper Accuses China of Aiding Russia and Seeking to Reshape Global Order
The European Union adopted a position paper on Monday accusing China and Russia of trying to reshape the global order. The document labels China a key enabler of Russia’s war in Ukraine and offers guidance for the bloc’s upcoming security strategy.
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politics1 day ago
Beira's Place Demands Amnesty International UK Withdraw Report Listing It Among Gender-Critical Groups
The women-only center founded by J.K. Rowling sent a legal letter to Amnesty International UK on July 15, 2026. It seeks permanent removal of a 2026 report that listed the group among 51 gender-critical organizations labeled anti-rights. Amnesty International UK said the briefing…
abcnews.go.compolitics12 hrs agoUpdated
Senate Panel Questions Trump Nominee Erica Schwartz on Vaccines and CDC Leadership
Dr. Erica Schwartz appeared Wednesday before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions as President Trump's nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She pledged to uphold scientific integrity during the confirmation hearing.
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investopedia.combusiness1 day agoUpdated
Warren Buffett to Donate $6 Billion in Berkshire Hathaway Shares to Family Foundations
Warren Buffett on Tuesday labeled Bill Gates' association with Jeffrey Epstein distasteful and excluded the Gates Foundation from his annual $6 billion donation of Berkshire Hathaway shares. He will instead direct the remaining $140 billion of his stock holdings to foundations ru…
thecanary.copolitics1 day ago
Andy Burnham Says He Has Not Ruled Out Wealth Tax
Incoming prime minister Andy Burnham said he would review public finances before considering tax changes. He spoke in an interview with Gary Lineker and pledged to stick to Labour's 2024 manifesto commitments.
slate.comworld1 day ago
MPs Debate Regional Accents and Social Mobility in Parliament
Labour MPs discussed how regional accents can create barriers to career advancement during a Westminster Hall debate. Participants described personal experiences of pressure to alter speech patterns for professional acceptance.
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
Andy Burnham Secures Labour Leadership With 349 MP Nominations, but Unite Ties Support to Policy Demands
Andy Burnham won nominations from 349 Labour MPs and eight of 11 affiliated unions. He is set to be unveiled as leader on Friday and enter Downing Street three days later.
news.sky.combusiness1 day ago
EasyJet passengers waited over two hours on tarmac at Stansted after diversion
Passengers on an EasyJet flight from Rome remained on the aircraft after landing at Stansted Airport when ground staff were unavailable for refuelling. The diversion followed a temporary runway closure at Gatwick caused by a British Airways technical issue.
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
House of Lords Committee Proposes Phased Retirement at 80 and 20% Attendance Rule for All Peers
A report published on 15 July 2026 proposed phasing in a retirement age of 80 and requiring peers to attend at least 20 percent of sitting days. The changes would apply to all existing members without exception. The Labour government said it would consider the recommendations bef…
CoinDeskfinance1 day ago
U.S. Producer Prices Fell 0.3% in June, Rose 5.5% from Year Earlier
The Labor Department reported wholesale prices fell 0.3% from May to June 2026, the largest monthly decline since April 2025. Consumer prices also dropped 0.4% over the same period.
cnbc.comtechnology1 day ago
Vint Cerf Advises Innovation Labs on DNS Registry Linking AI Agents to Domain Names
Vint Cerf left Google after 20 years and began advising Innovation Labs on November 4, 2026. The subsidiary of Identity Digital is developing DNSid to link AI agents to domain names with cryptographic proofs. TechCrunch reported the move and related statements from Cerf and inter…
news.sky.combusiness1 day ago
OECD Urges End to UK Triple Lock Pension Uprating
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development called for reform of the state pension triple lock to reduce fiscal risks. The 140-page UK economy survey also noted positive elements in Labour's growth agenda.
news.sky.compolitics1 day ago
UK Home Secretary Proposes Ten-Year Residency Rule for Post-2021 Migrants amid 1.6 Million Arrivals
Shabana Mahmood announced plans to double the qualifying period for permanent settled status. The measure targets 1.6 million migrants who arrived since 2021. More than 100 Labour MPs have signed a letter opposing the change.
securityaffairs.coai1 day ago
Anthropic Offers Free Claude Access to U.S. Educators
Anthropic has made its Claude AI tool available at no cost to teachers across the United States. The rollout occurs while many school districts maintain restrictions on student use of similar technology.
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Forbestechnology1 day ago
SIVGA Launches Lyrebird Quad-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors
SIVGA has released the Lyrebird hybrid in-ear monitors with four drivers per earpiece. The IEMs feature wooden faceplates, a premium cable, and a $149 price tag, with availability beginning July 15.
world1 day ago
Expedition Produces 3D Models of Shackleton and Scott Shipwrecks
A Royal Canadian Geographical Society team used the Alvin submersible to create 3D digital models of the two vessels in the Labrador Sea. The 21-day effort began July 2, 2025, and documented the sites where the ships sank decades after their polar voyages.
The Vergetechnology1 day ago
SpaceX Begins Offering Smaller Starlink V5 Dish in Select Areas
The new residential terminal is smaller and lighter than its predecessor while using less power. Production will expand availability as output increases to meet demand.
sbs.com.aupolitics1 day ago
Liberal Senator Jacinta Price Shares Clip Alleging Labor Imports Indian Migrants for Votes, Then Clarifies Policy Is Non-Discriminatory
Jacinta Nampijinpa Price reposted a podcaster's clip alleging Labor imported Indian migrants for electoral gain. Liberal colleagues rebuked the post while an internal party paper urged message discipline on multicultural issues.
theconversation.comworld2 days ago
Subaru to Mail New Weight-Rating Labels for 541,000 SUVs After NHTSA Notice
@ABC reported that Subaru of America is recalling more than 541,000 Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent SUVs due to an inaccurate gross axle weight rating label. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration published the notice this week. No crashes or injuries have been reporte…
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Semaforai2 days ago
DeepMind CEO calls for U.S.-led AI standards body
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis proposed a self-regulatory organization to oversee frontier AI development. He said labs should share new models 30 days before launch and recommended coordinated slowdowns if risks emerge.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics2 days ago
City Council to Hold Hearing on Central Park Carriage Phase-Out Bill; Mayor Seeks Labor Partnership
The family of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan, who died June 16 after falling from a spooked horse-drawn carriage, is urging the City Council to ban the industry. A hearing on the renamed bill is set for Wednesday with hundreds signed up to testify.
cnbc.comai2 days ago
AI Smart Glasses Help Blind Users at Lower Cost and Raise Privacy Issues
AI smart glasses allow blind and low-vision Australians to identify objects, read labels and travel independently at roughly one-tenth the price of traditional assistive devices. Abc reported that experts also warn the cameras enable covert surveillance and that existing laws mak…
app.buzzsumo.comai2 days ago
SpaceXAI Disabled Grok Build CLI Uploads and Said It Will Delete Uploaded Code
SpaceXAI's Grok Build tool sent entire code repositories to cloud servers, including restricted files. Researchers at Cereblab identified the behavior on Monday, after which the company disabled the upload function. Elon Musk said previously uploaded data will be deleted.
world2 days ago
Subaru recalls 541,237 vehicles over misprinted weight labels
Subaru is recalling 541,237 vehicles because the Gross Axle Weight Rating on certification labels is incorrect. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the error could lead owners to overload an axle. Owners will receive replacement labels by mail starting late Au…
politics2 days ago
U.S. Seismologist Held in China Nearly Two Years on Espionage Charge
A Boston-based seismologist working for the State Department and Air Force Research Lab has been detained in China since November 2024. His wife says she has not spoken with him for more than 600 days.
wral.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. inflation cooled more than expected in June
Labor Department data showed inflation fell more than forecast last month. The decline followed lower gasoline prices after U.S. diplomatic efforts with Iran.
CoinDeskfinance1 day agoUpdated
U.S. Consumer Price Index Rose 3.5 Percent Year-Over-Year in June While Core Rate Held Steady
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the annual increase alongside an 0.8 percent monthly decline driven by energy prices. Core inflation eased to 2.6 percent over the year.
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Forbesai2 days ago
Frontier AI Labs Raise Prices on New Models as Usage Costs Climb
Fable 5 charges twice the input-token rate of GPT 5.5 while delivering similar results. Anthropic plans usage-based billing for Fable series models outside subscriptions.
nypost.compolitics2 days ago
HUD Secretary Turner Praises Florida, Texas, Philadelphia, and Omaha on Housing Efforts
Scott Turner credited Florida and Texas with strong progress during an interview with Fox News Digital. He also noted collaboration in Philadelphia and Omaha. Turner linked the gains to reduced regulatory barriers under the Trump administration.
theiranproject.comworld2 days ago
Iran Condemns UK Bill Labeling Revolutionary Guard a Security Threat
Iran's foreign ministry rejected a British bill that would designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a security threat. The ministry called the measure unjustified and accused Britain of violating international law.
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yna.co.krworld2 days agoUpdated
South Korea Labor Seeks 8% Minimum-Wage Rise, Management Offers 2.2% for 2027
Labor representatives proposed 11,150 won per hour for 2027 while management proposed 10,550 won during July 14 talks. The gap between the sides narrowed to 600 won in revised offers.
TechCrunchtechnology2 days ago
Pinwheel Launches Wi-Fi Landline for Children Ages 5 to 10
Pinwheel announced the launch of Pinwheel Home, a voice-only landline that operates over Wi-Fi. The device offers two models with parental controls and is available now on the company website.
New Scientistscience2 days ago
mRNA Injection Reduced Chromosome Errors in Lab Human Eggs but Result Not Statistically Significant in Older Donors
Researchers injected mRNA encoding shugoshin-1 into eggs from women aged 22 to 43 and observed lower rates of premature chromosome separation. The approach reduced aneuploidy in treated eggs compared with untreated ones from the same donors.
The Sydney Morning Heraldsports2 days ago
Former Wallabies halves Foley and Phipps agree to return to Waratahs for 2027
Bernard Foley and Nick Phipps, both in their mid-30s, will rejoin the NSW Waratahs next season on one-year contracts. The pair last played for the team in 2019 after leading it to its only Super Rugby title in 2014.
theepochtimes.comworld2 days ago
Northern Territory Police Release Photos 25 Years After Falconio Killing as Search for Body Continues
Northern Territory police released previously unseen photos and footage on Monday to generate leads on the location of Peter Falconio's body. The release marks exactly 25 years since the 2001 ambush on a remote highway. A $500,000 reward remains available for information leading…
theconversation.comai2 days ago
Labor MP Ed Husic Opposes Copyright Changes to Aid AI Firms
Ed Husic said weakening copyright rules for AI training would contradict Labor principles of fair pay. The Media Entertainment & Arts Alliance urged stricter protections for creators. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is scheduled to address AI policy on Wednesday.
winnipegfreepress.comworld3 days ago
National Science Foundation Bans Use of Its Funds for Work With Listed Chinese Research Institutions
The US National Science Foundation will no longer allow its grants to support collaborations with Chinese research institutions on restricted-party lists or their employees. The policy, posted last week, replaces case-by-case reviews with an outright ban.
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news.sky.compolitics3 days ago
Immigration Bill Passes UK Commons 264-90 Despite 14 Labour Rebellions
The Guardian reported that the immigration and asylum bill cleared its second reading in the House of Commons on Monday evening. Fourteen Labour MPs rebelled against the measure, which Andy Burnham supported.