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A pizza-sized ocean predator and a tribe are trying to protect each other. Here’s how
The Samish Indian Nation and University of Washington researchers released 20 lab-bred sunflower stars into the Pacific Ocean to help restore the critically endangered species decimated by disease.
MIT physicists discover electrons rebuilding like ice inside a quantum material
MIT researchers observed how two distinct electron wave patterns in a quantum material rebuild after disruption, revealing they form through fundamentally different mechanisms.
She grew up unvaccinated. Now she’s a leading voice for science — and empathy
Elisabeth Marnik grew up unvaccinated due to her mother’s distrust of science, but at 23 she sought all childhood vaccines. Now a Ph.D. immunologist, she uses social media and storytelling to promote vaccine acceptance through empathy rather than shame.
Dissecting Chinese trial strategy in wake of deaths
Merck and Moderna announced that a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine slowed melanoma recurrence when added to existing treatment in a late-stage clinical trial.
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Edmonton Marathon organisers say 2026 route was 674m too long
Edmonton Marathon organisers acknowledged their 2026 course was 674 metres too long, potentially affecting runners’ Boston Marathon qualification times and personal records.
Deadly overnight storms batter Germany, killing a woman and injuring at least 2
A woman was killed by a falling tree during severe overnight storms across Germany, with at least two others injured and extensive damage reported in multiple regions.
Privacy advocates call on Maryland to investigate data brokers
Privacy advocates filed a consumer complaint asking Maryland’s attorney general to investigate data brokers accused of selling residents’ location data to federal immigration authorities in violation of state privacy law.
Bodies of 2 hikers missing for decades in Swiss Alps turn up as glacier melts
Two Belgian mountaineers missing since 1992 have been identified after their remains emerged from a melting Swiss glacier, officials announced Wednesday.
States expand student loan options as new federal borrowing caps take effect — but they come with trade-offs
States are expanding student loan programs as new federal borrowing caps take effect, but experts caution that state loans function more like private credit products and carry significant trade-offs compared to federal options.
Inheriting a home can leave siblings with financial headaches — how to avoid costly mistakes
Siblings inheriting a home together face complex financial decisions involving property taxes, insurance, maintenance and potential capital gains taxes, requiring clear communication and planning.
K-shaped economy shows up in housing: Luxury sales rise as starter-home buyers struggle
Luxury home sales are rising while starter-home sales fall despite increased availability, reflecting a K-shaped economy where high earners gain wealth while lower-income buyers struggle with affordability.
‘The market is dead’: why aren’t flats in England selling?
England’s flat market is struggling as leasehold concerns, pricing mismatches, and stricter mortgage lending rules deter buyers, with most flats remaining unsold within six months across major regions.
British energy bills forecast to hit three-year high this winter
British household energy bills are forecast to reach a three-year high this winter as Middle East tensions push wholesale prices upward, offsetting the government’s planned VAT reduction on electricity.
Treasury, IRS move to restrict refundable tax credits to certain immigrants
The Treasury Department and IRS proposed rules restricting refundable tax credits for certain immigrants, potentially affecting millions of lower-income earners including asylum applicants and DACA recipients.
Restaurant Brands International earnings beat as Burger King’s U.S. business soars
Restaurant Brands International reported second-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, driven by strong Burger King performance in the U.S. and internationally, though shares fell as other chains struggled.
Warner Bros. Discovery reports 10% jump in streaming revenue ahead of proposed Paramount combination
Warner Bros. Discovery reported streaming revenue surpassed $3 billion in its second quarter, up 10% year-over-year, as the company faces scrutiny over its proposed merger with Paramount Skydance.