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Brazil’s election could determine the fate of the Amazon
Brazil’s presidential runoff between incumbent Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro will determine the Amazon’s fate, with environmental scientists warning that Bolsonaro’s deregulatory agenda could accelerate deforestation toward a critical tipping point.
UNEP: Opportunity has ‘been lost’ to meet 1.5C warming limit without ‘overshoot’
The UN Environment Programme warns that exceeding the 1.5C warming limit is now “inevitable” due to decades of insufficient climate action, but says countries can still minimize the extent and duration of temperature overshoot.
UK van drivers face extra £2.5bn in diesel costs this year, figures show
UK van drivers face £2.5bn in additional diesel costs this year as pump prices surge to record levels, prompting calls for the government to scrap planned fuel duty increases.
Health insurance open enrollment: Use this ‘algorithm’ to pick a plan, financial advisor says
Millions of Americans face open enrollment decisions for 2027 health insurance plans, with experts recommending a two-question framework to navigate varying premiums, networks, and cost-sharing options.
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Statins can reduce dementia risk by up to 15%, long-term study suggests
A 15-year study of over 132,000 people in Denmark suggests statins can reduce dementia risk by up to 15%, with earlier treatment showing greater protective effects.
Support for disability benefits ‘remarkably strong’ report finds
A new British Social Attitudes survey found strong public support for disability benefits, with nearly half of respondents backing increased spending even if it meant higher taxes, and fewer than one in ten favoring cuts.
Telemedicine company offers GLP-1s for addiction
Telemedicine company Quel announced it is launching as the first platform built around GLP-1 medications for addiction treatment, available in 41 states and extending from a program tested at Caron Treatment Centers in Pennsylvania.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
A data breach affecting over 153 million driver’s licenses has exposed high-resolution scans available on the dark web, according to a report. The FBI is investigating the incident, which may involve a third-party ID scanning service used by car rental and other businesses.
London’s first self-driving taxis for hire hit the streets
London’s first self-driving taxis launched on the Uber app, though only 15 Wayve vehicles are initially available, each still requiring a licensed human driver present.
Child sexual abuse survivor alleges Elon Musk’s AI chatbot used photos of her to generate new illegal images
A child sexual abuse survivor has sued Elon Musk’s xAI, alleging its Grok chatbot used her abuse photos to generate new illegal pornographic images depicting her.
‘We’re plausibly close to crossing the line’: are warnings of uncontrollable AI coming true?
OpenAI claims its newest AI model has reached artificial general intelligence, sparking concerns among safety experts and politicians about uncontrollable AI risks and cyber-attacks.
Hands-on with the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4
Apple unveiled the new Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 following its event today, with both models launching September 18th and preorders beginning immediately.
Apple’s new CEO introduces himself at annual showcase: ‘I continue to be inspired every single day’
Apple’s new CEO John Ternus made his public debut at the company’s annual showcase, introducing the iPhone Duo foldable phone and presenting himself with a casual, understated demeanor.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: Our first hands-on impressions
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max feature variable-aperture camera lenses, enhanced manual controls, color-matched glass backs, and a smaller Dynamic Island capable of displaying three Live Activities simultaneously.
Apple’s new iPhone camera mode promises to prove your photo isn’t AI
Apple is introducing a new feature on the iPhone 18 Pro that digitally authenticates photos by cryptographically signing captured pixels, allowing users to verify whether images have been edited.
Verge staffers react to the iPhone Duo: What we love and don’t love
Apple announced its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, featuring dual screens, Touch ID, and an IP68 rating, starting at $1,999 with preorders beginning October 16th.