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Ligent Technologies Seeks $727 Million in Hong Kong IPO
AI computing networks maker Ligent Technologies Inc. is seeking to raise as much as HK$5.7 billion ($727 million) in a Hong Kong initial public offering, adding to a surge of listings this year tied to the global artificial intelligence buildout.
Bad news, binge-watchers: Netflix Malaysia bill is up from September
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 — Netflix subscribers in Malaysia, take note! The popular video streaming service has officially rolled out yet another price hike across all its...
Niall Ferguson: AIpocalypse Now
It’s not just the next 9/11, enabled by AI, that is coming. It’s the next global financial crisis. It’s the next pandemic. It might even be the next world war. What, if anything, can we do about it?
Common Osteoporosis Drugs Linked to Lower Alzheimer's Risk in 120,000-Person Study
This study was supported by the Health and Medical ... Scientists link immune system proteins to mental health conditions like schizophrenia and ...
Vikings' stunning win over Packers ends with final score that's never happened before in NFL history
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a scorigami!
Fashion industry leader wrestles PETA activists
Fashion industry leader wrestles PETA activists
AI is giving HR chiefs a new job
In April 2026, the collaboration software company Atlassian gave Avani Prabhakar a new job. She had been running a 700-person HR team. Now she oversees 3,500 people responsible for AI transformation across the company’s 14,000 employees. Her new title: chief people and AI enablement officer. She was not the first. In May 2025, Moderna, the biotech company, merged its HR and IT departments and put the combined organization under Tracey Franklin, its chief human resources officer (CHRO), now ch
Mimi Chakraborty wedding: Bengali actor planning December marriage with Indian Navy officer, venue may be Kalimpong - Report
Bengali actor Mimi Chakraborty is reportedly set to enter a new chapter in her personal life, with reports claiming that she may get married in December. The actor has generally kept her personal relationships away from the spotlight.
U.S. power grid still lags surging demand for AI data centers, says FERC
Laura Swett, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) discusses the urgent need for regulatory reforms to handle the massive power demands of the AI data center boom, protect consumers from rising electric bills, and accelerate American gas exports to stabilize global economies.
JWST ruled out finding tiny moons around an exoplanet—that's great news
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has opened many wonders of the cosmos to scientists since it began science operations a few years ago. But one thing it hasn't done is find an "exomoon." These still-theoretical moons orbit exoplanets in other star systems, and JWST was supposed to find a pletho
New analysis points to low overdiagnosis in breast cancer screening
When women take part in breast cancer screening, they are informed that screening may detect cancers that would never have caused symptoms or problems during their lifetime. This is known as overdiagnosis.
More data, more answers? A 1.9 million-person health study shows why scale has limits
Finally, the researchers compared selected EHR-defined diseases with those in other large biobanks and examined medication use, cancer prevalence, and ...
Titans' fresh start produces one of their most embarrassing losses yet
Tennessee changed its coach, roster, logo and uniforms, but a 23-10 loss to New York exposed familiar problems across every phase of the game
The Zionist dream of a state stretching from the Mediterranean to Iraq
The story of the idea of a 'Greater Israel' and the Americans who want it to be a reality
European stocks mixed after Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline
European stocks mixed after Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline
Ziad Kebbi Named MD Of MForMedia As Dubai Company Pivots To IP & AI
Industry vet Ziad Kebbi is taking charge at MForMedia with a remit to take the Dubai-based banner in a new direction built on the ownership of IP.
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations
HardFlow is a new algorithm developed at MIT that helps pretrained generative AI models satisfy hard constraints while improving solution quality without retraining, in applications spanning robotics, control of physical systems, and computer vision.
Video. Sweden faces ‘very messy’ politics after election, expert says
Video. Lars Trägårdh, Professor of History at Ersta Sköndal University College in Stockholm, said Sweden’s election-winning Social Democrats would have to rely on “a very unwieldy coalition”, warning that the country faces a “very messy” political situation.
APOD: 2026 September 14 – Where Your Elements Came From
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 14 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Where Your Elements Came From Explanation: The hydrogen in your body and present in every molecule of water came from the Big Bang. There are no other appreciable sources of hydrogen in the universe.
The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.
Former West Ham goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko dies, aged 64
Ex-Czech international was had been fighting cancer
Sydney Sweeney’s naked bet is cheap provocation
Sweeney has made clear she finds the public commentary on her body degrading. So why does she insist on playing into hyper-sexualised stereotypes?
Why we let AI write for us. It’s not really about saving time
We’re all using generative AI to write now. Articles, LinkedIn posts, emails, even the comments under other people’s LinkedIn posts. The volume of auto-generated prose is so vast it’s drowning the channels and exhausting whatever attention we have left. And it’s boring us. We’ve all learned to spot the tells by now, the stock phrases, the hollow transitions, the syntactic patterns that sound machine-like. So why do we keep doing it, at the risk of producing gray,
General Hospital Spoilers for What Happens This Week (September 14-18)
Viewers wanting to know about the General Hospital spoilers for this week (September 14-18, 2026) can get their answers here.
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials
Atlas Building Composites, an MIT spinout, developed an AI-powered robotic manufacturing platform for recycling single-use plastics into durable building materials.
WhatsApp reportedly testing Mac-like sidebar for iPad
The redesigned sidebar could make it easier to navigate between WhatsApp’s chats, calls, communities and other sections on the iPad.
Donald Trump pledges to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey
US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey.
US drug pricing could push EU prices higher, study finds
Policy could also prompt drugmakers to delay European medicine launches
PICTURES: Colton Cowser's wife Claire dons white bikini in beach bachelorette celebration with swimsuit-clad girl pals
Colton Cowser's wife, Claire Wolford, recently created a wave on social media as she stole the spotlight at a bachelorette party in a white bikini, which she styled with a lacy white skirt.
South Korean officials decry ‘worst ever’ Asian Games accommodation
Organisers in Japan say they had 'neither the manpower nor the budget' to deal with the accommodation shortage.
Shein Shares Fall 10% After Australia, New Zealand Recall Contact-Lens Cleaner
Shein shares came under pressure after Australia and New Zealand recalled a contact-lens product linked to bacterial contamination concerns.
Emmy Awards: How to watch, who is nominated and why Heated Rivalry is missing
Beef stars Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan are among the nominees at the ceremony in Los Angeles.
How the Clash Between Money and Safety Created a Monumental Crisis for AI
OpenAI and Anthropic, in heated competition—with each other and China—are racing toward IPOs, even as they admit they could lose control of their powerful bots.
California lawmakers urge criminal penalties, emergency legislation to rein in unchecked AI
California lawmakers call for criminal penalties and emergency legislation as tech leaders warn of existential risks from rogue AI.
The temperature of your tea or coffee is linked to cancer
If I can give those of you who start their day by throwing back a freshly made cup of tea or coffee a word of advice – maybe wait a few minutes before taking that first sip.
Communicating About Flu Vaccination in 2026-27
People who are pregnant and have a medical condition that increases their risk of flu complications should consider getting vaccinated before flu ...
West Ham icon Ludek Miklosko dies aged 64 as tributes pour in
The former goalkeeper's family have released an emotional statement
Why Bangladesh is struggling against measles epidemic despite 20m vaccines
The nation has administered 20mn vaccines since April, but past slipups have led to a mounting death toll, say analysts
Managing a personal brand: Fast Company’s 196-point guide for leaders
When I first encountered a Staples Baddie video on TikTok, I was flummoxed. I haven’t set foot in a Staples in years, so why should I watch Kaden Rowland, the Staples Baddie in question, showcase how to use Staples’s equipment to print a “glorp cat”—a neon green feline with snail feelers stuck on its head—on mugs, mousepads and coasters? Doesn’t everyone know the internet is full of more interesting things, like gyrating musicians, penguins waddling on elevators, and flying spaghetti monsters?
Young & Restless Spoilers for What Happens This Week (September 14-18)
The Young and the Restless preview and spoilers for this week, September 14 to 18, are here. Read on to discover all the drama that awaits.
Why Full-Time Job Hunters Should Pivot to Contract Work
Full-time tech hiring remains sluggish, but contract staffing has rebounded. Two staffing experts explain why pivoting to contract work now can mean faster hiring, stronger pay, and quicker hands-on skill growth.
SoftBank shares fell 13% as OpenAI, Anthropic urge caution
The drop was SoftBank’s biggest since late June and left the stock about 30% below its June peak.
Making measles great again in Ohio | Science-Based Medicine
Jonathan Howard was right. They really do want you—and your kids—infected, preferably with measles. That's why they want to hamstring public health officals.
Pennsylvania says an unvaccinated woman has died from measles-related complications
Pennsylvania has announced its third measles-related death in less than three weeks. A local coroner says the 40-year-old woman was unvaccinated.
"Sophie going for Jordan son", "Her boyfriend better watch out!" - WNBA Fans Go Wild As Sophie Cunningham Greets Michael Jordan At NASCAR
With the WNBA season on hiatus due to the FIBA World Cup, Sophie Cunningham has been keeping busy during her downtime.
Gold Coast mayor clarifies Trump claim after White House issues rebuke
Tom Tate boasted of dining on steak and wine with the US president. The White House says that never happened.
Yemen's Houthi rebels seize more key islands in southern Red Sea, tighten grip on shipping routes
CAIRO (AP) — Yemen’s Houthi rebels captured more strategic islands in the southern Red Sea, Yemeni government and Houthi officials said on Monday, strengthening their control of a major maritime shipping route.
‘Ramayana’ first song ‘Jai Jai Ram’ wins over internet; fans praise improved visuals, say 'team is listening to feedback’
Nitesh Tiwari’s much-awaited 'Ramayana' has begun its musical journey with the release of its first song, ‘Jai Jai Ram’. After the poster drop early Monday morning, on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the makers released the first song, offering a new and closer look at Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallav
Sony LinkBuds Clip review
Clipped wings. The LinkBuds Clip are Sony’s first clip-style earbuds. This style of earbuds claims to offer open-ear comfort and spatial awareness while...
Unvaccinated Pennsylvania woman died of measles complications, coroner says
A 40-year-old woman in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania has died of complications from measles, according to the county's coroner. It marks the third vaccine-preventable, measles-linked death in the US this year. All three have occurred in Pennsylvania, which is experiencing an explosive outbreak that has caused over 670 cases and 124 hospitalizations across 37 counties.
China's Xi Jinping proposes BRICS 'open-source AI zone'
China will lead the creation of an "open-source zone for artificial intelligence" for BRICS countries, President Xi Jinping said on Sunday at a summit of the 11-nation group in New Delhi.
Bronx Legionnaires' disease outbreak prompts NYC health officials to order the cleaning of ...
At a town hall addressing community concerns, officials said preliminary testing ordered just a few days ago found that traces of the bacteria were ...
Shane Warne’s son shares heartbreaking video from dad on icon’s birthday
‘Missing these updates, happy birthday Dad.’
West Virginia football legend arrested on felony strangulation charge
Devine, 38, was arrested Sunday by Morgantown police
Hollywood suddenly can’t stop making movies about tech moguls
While most filmgoers are focused on the staying power of the new Spider-Man film or Marvel’s upcoming Avengers movie, featuring the return of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, some of the most interesting films of the coming months might have less to do with comic books and more to do with the leaders and prominent personalities of the tech world. Biopics are generally hit or miss at the box office, but a slew of upcoming releases focused on big names of technology companies are garneri
Alan Ritchson Loses 2nd Box Office Battle in a Row Despite Winning Over Audience
Alan Ritchson's Runner is not doing well at the box office, and this is his second straight theatrical miss recently.
Solving the gap between complex ERPs and how teams really work
Breezlab uses AI to turn WhatsApp conversations into business tasks, helping SMEs automate orders, approvals, and document processing.
This Subtle Change to Your Fingernails Can Be a Sign of Hidden Disease
Underlying, less visible health problems sometimes manifest themselves through connected changes in the body that show up before any actual symptoms.
An Early Look at Fall Color in Canada
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Fall Prevention: Simple Steps to Help Older Adults Stay Safe and Independent
“What matters is the combination of factors—strength, balance, medications, medical conditions, eyesight, footwear and the environment. The more ...
Debt concern looms large for voters, as Carroll struggles to break through
The latest Resolve Political Monitor survey lays bare the challenge before Premier Ben Carroll, who has been unable to lift Labor’s primary support or his own standing.
Video: Panicked voters scramble in Philippines polling station shooting
Gunshots were heard at a polling station in the Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region of the southern Philippines.
Treat everyone the same is terrible leadership advice
Many leaders strive for “fairness.” The intent is good. They want to avoid bias, give people the opportunity to succeed, and support all their team members. However, too often in that pursuit, they are given the advice to “treat everyone the same”—no favorites. On the surface, this sounds nice. It sounds fair. But this is one of the worst pieces of advice a leader could take. Not everyone needs the same treatment. In fact, the best leadership approach for each person depends on the situation.
'Lanterns' Burns It All Down: Episode 5 Director Explains John Stewart's Shocking Decision
"Lanterns" director Geeta Vasant Patel talks to TheWrap about burning the show down in Episode 5 while keeping character central.