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MilitarySep 16Underwater Autonomy in the China-US Naval RaceInsights from Verineia Codrean.The Diplomat
BusinessSep 16Alluvium Raised Its McKesson (MCK) Stake as Long-Term Growth Expectations Remain StrongAlluvium has increased its stake in McKesson (MCK), indicating continued strong long-term growth expectations for the company. This move reflects investor confidence in McKesson's future performance.Yahoo Finance
ConflictBreakingSep 16U.S. uncovers network that plotted assassinations of Russian ‘dissidents’ in Washington and Vilnius. Among the suspects: an ex-colonel with Putin ties, his FSB officer son, and a Cuban dancer.Meduza [en]
Sci & TechSep 16Human organoids restore cognition in mice with half a brainMice with half a brain experienced significant improvements in their cognition and movement when they received brain organoids made from human stem cellsNew Scientist
Sci & TechSep 16Mice with human brain cells offer a tool to study disease. Ethicists ask: What's next?Neuroscientists have made a major advance in modeling the human brain in mice, offering a new way to study conditions like cerebral palsy. Ethicists ask if it changes how these mice should be treated.NPR News
HealthSep 16Xand van Tulleken on the 3 wellness trends to be most wary ofThe wellness boom has brought a wide array of consumer products that promise to boost your health and happiness. Xand van Tulleken has delved into it all and explains how to think about the evidence behind the hypeNew Scientist
PoliticsSep 16SPA elections to be held on Oct. 11Elections for SPA are scheduled to take place on October 11, indicating a routine political event.The Hindu
BusinessSep 16Here’s Why This Fund Sold Brown & Brown (BRO)This article discusses the rationale behind a fund's decision to sell its holdings in Brown & Brown (BRO). It provides insights into investment strategies and portfolio adjustments.Yahoo Finance
BusinessSep 16Korean Air finalizes record Boeing order for 103 jetsKorean Air has finalized a significant order with Boeing for 103 jets, representing a major business transaction in the aviation industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessSep 16SandiskCorp. (SNDK): AI Boom Fuels Attractive Storage Market OpportunityYahoo Finance
BusinessSep 16‘You can’t trust anything’ from Anthropic, OpenAI leaders, lawyer saysAttorney Jay Edelson slammed the heads of the leading artificial intelligence companies Tuesday, declaring “you can’t trust anything” they say. Appearing on News Nation with Leland Vittert, Edelson – who is currently leading lawsuits against OpenAI, Anthropic and other major technology companies – was asked if he had ever seen leaders within an industry abdicate…The Hill
ConflictSep 16Emergency doctor on the challenges of caring for civilians in conflict zonesFor humanitarian doctors and healthcare workers operating in active conflict zones, the challenges are seemingly endless: from so-called "double tap" strikes that put emergency workers at risk, to roadblocks, evacuation orders and even the positioning of humanitarian organisations in the political debate. Pierre Catoire, emergency doctor and vice-president of Mehad — A French NGO dedicated to healthcare in conflict zones — speaks to FRANCE 24 about how medical professionals go about their work in such conditions.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 16Von der Leyen pitches 'associate member' status for Canada: What does it mean for EU-US ties?European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she wanted to open the door for Canada to become the European Union's first "associate member". Earlier this week, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney — who was in Strasbourg to listen to von der Leyen's annual State of the Union address — said Canada was seeking a "unique alliance" with the EU, but not membership. We discuss this with our guest, Gerardo Fortuna, author of Brussels Playbook.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 16EU - Canada: Standing ovation for Mark Carney at European Parliament"I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to be the first associate member of the EU," von der Leyen told the Canadian prime minister, who was attending her annual keynote speech -- drawing a standing ovation in the chamber.EuroNews [en]
BusinessSep 16China weighs BYD CEO for business delegation at Xi-Trump summitChina is considering including the BYD CEO in a business delegation for a summit between President Xi and former President Trump. This suggests potential high-level business and political discussions between the two nations.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsSep 16Iran war has cost the US $38bn: How will it impact US economy, politics?High energy costs at the pump and strategic setback for US in the Iran war will likely cost Trump in the midterms.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldSep 16Applications invited for Dr C Krishna Rao memorial awardsApplications are being invited for the Dr C Krishna Rao memorial awards. This is a routine announcement about an award program.The Hindu
BusinessSep 16YETI Holdings rallies ahead of key Investor Day eventYETI Holdings' stock is rallying in anticipation of an upcoming Investor Day event. This indicates market reaction to future company announcements or performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
Sci & TechSep 16Why Existential AI Fears Have Hit a CrescendoAnd the complicated geopolitics of slowing down the technology’s development.Foreign Policy
Sci & TechSep 16OpenAI chief says "we've entered a new phase" of AI capabilitiesChris Lehane, the chief global affairs officer for OpenAI, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss recent tech leaders' efforts to address AI safety and regulations.CBS News
Sci & TechSep 16AI "self-regulation is a joke," Pro-Human Assembly organizer saysArtificial intelligence regulation has become a political flashpoint, with expert whistleblowers, frontier tech CEOs and some bipartisan politicians calling for government oversight. Meanwhile, President Trump has dismissed concerns that AI could threaten humanity. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, and MIT professor and AI activist Max Tegmark shares his thoughts.CBS News
BusinessSep 16Amazon increases minimum starting pay, adds new discount for employeesThe move bumps the company's average hourly wage to almost $24 an hour.The Hill
BusinessSep 16China’s Free-Trade Offer to Africa Won’t Solve the Trade ImbalanceBeijing has opened its enormous market to African exports. Whether that helps the continent move up global value chains is another question.The Diplomat
WorldSep 16Celebrated playwright and novelist Bonnie Greer dies aged 77Greer was known for incisive TV and radio appearances and for her novels, plays and essays which delved into politics, culture and identity.EuroNews [en]