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FAA says Boeing 737 Max software glitch not a flight-safety issue
The FAA determined that a software glitch found on certain Boeing 737 Max aircraft does not pose a flight-safety concern, clearing the way for certification of the 737 Max 10 model.
Lululemon poaches Athleta CEO as new chief product officer
Lululemon announced that Athleta CEO Maggie Gauger is joining as president and chief product officer, marking another executive shift in the competitive athleisure sector.
Advocates decry detention of Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh by ICE in US
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by ICE at Washington Dulles International Airport on September 24, 2026, sparking calls from advocates for his immediate release.
Fear and a far-right lurch: How October 7 reshaped Israel
Israeli society has undergone fundamental transformation since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, with political trauma exploitation and far-right ascendancy reshaping national discourse and policy.
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Why is trust in science important?
Public trust in science and health institutions has declined due to disinformation and institutional misconduct. A news organization has hired a dedicated reporter to investigate the causes of scientific distrust and potential solutions.
Sock sensors and smart mattresses – is this the future of dementia care?
An NHS trial involving over 250 families tests sensor technology and smart devices to help dementia patients safely remain at home while monitoring their health and daily activities.
Young people are not snowflakes, head of mental health review says
A mental health review head says young people face real challenges with anxiety and depression, dismissing claims they are a “snowflake generation” struggling with economic uncertainty and social media pressures.
Addiction clinics see rising cases of kratom and 7-OH withdrawal
Addiction clinics across the U.S. are reporting a sharp increase in patients seeking treatment for dependence on kratom products and their derivatives, particularly concentrated forms of 7-hydroxymitragynine.
Trump reportedly to form health funding board that could veto ‘woke’ initiatives
The Trump administration is reportedly establishing a board to oversee NIH grant funding that could veto research initiatives deemed misaligned with the president’s agenda, drawing legal challenges from researchers.
Whiplashed middle powers seek new alliances as Trump rages on world stage
Middle powers are forming protective alliances to hedge against an unpredictable US president, reshaping global diplomacy and strengthening non-Western groupings like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
Freedom oppressed: the journalists caught up in Trump’s ICE crackdown
Journalists covering immigration enforcement in the US and abroad have faced arrests, assaults, and detention as the Trump administration pursues aggressive deportation policies, raising press freedom concerns.
Many GOP candidates still echo Trump’s 2020 claims. Lots of voters want to move on
Republican candidates continue referencing Trump’s 2020 election claims while running in competitive races, though some GOP voters express fatigue with the topic and prefer candidates focus on current issues.
Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers
Meta is testing robots from multiple vendors to perform data center tasks like cable installation and server resets, potentially reducing labor needs as AI infrastructure spending accelerates.
Allowing AI firms to collude to ‘pace the frontier’ is a dangerous proposition
AI industry leaders propose coordinating to slow development pace and set safety standards, but critics warn this amounts to seeking antitrust exemptions without credible safeguards or enforcement mechanisms.
‘Godfather of AI’ says tech regulation is nearing Covid-style pivot moment
Yoshua Bengio, a prominent AI researcher, says governments are nearing a critical decision point on AI regulation similar to the Covid pandemic response, citing recent safety incidents as catalysts for action.
Albanese government considers ‘world-leading’ ban on smart glasses in public offices and buildings
Australia’s government is considering a ban on smart glasses in public offices and service centres, with local councils already restricting the technology over privacy concerns.