French President Macron Unharmed After Bomb Attacks Near Damascus Hotel
French President Emmanuel Macron was unharmed following twin bomb explosions near his Damascus hotel during a…
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Tokyo Researchers Develop Biobased Polymers with Superior Tensile Strength
Tokyo Metropolitan University scientists create chemically recyclable biobased poly(ester amide)s from nonedible sources with tensile properties surpassing common plastics
New Medicaid Work Rule Could Increase Enrollees Losing Coverage
Starting next year, Medicaid recipients must document work, study, or volunteer activities to maintain coverage, introducing stricter verifications that may risk more people losing…
FTC Issues Warnings Over False “Made in USA” Product Claims
The FTC sent warning letters to seven companies for allegedly misrepresenting imported products as “Made in the USA” and one as “Made in Texas,”…
MIT PhD Student Wins $10,000 Prize for Neurotechnology Ethics Essay
MIT awards a $10,000 prize for an essay addressing ethical challenges posed by neural implants as these devices approach consumer use
Microsoft to Cut 3,200 Jobs in Xbox Division Amid Business Struggles
Microsoft plans to eliminate 3,200 positions from its Xbox division after reporting severe profit margin declines and slowed growth in key gaming services
Tech Leaders’ Apocalyptic AI Warnings Seen Fueling Anti-Tech Violence
Apocalyptic rhetoric from AI industry executives is linked to growing anti-tech extremist violence, prompting calls for careful, sober communication about AI risks
Euclid Telescope Discovers Oldest Quasars, Deepening Cosmic Mysteries
The European Space Agency’s Euclid telescope has identified 31 ancient quasars, including the two oldest yet detected, providing new insights into the universe’s early…
U.S. Antitrust Officials Warn of Oil Price-Fixing, Urge State Enforcement
U.S. Justice Department and FTC are monitoring crude oil markets for price-fixing, urging states to help investigate potential unlawful practices amid price volatility
FIFA Faces Backlash for Reinstating U.S. Player After Trump Call
FIFA's decision to lift striker Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card suspension sparked criticism after President Trump’s intervention, prompting rebuke from UEFA and other…