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Welcome to the August issue of The Highlight
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have been wildly successful. But as popular as they are, Americans still have very negative feelings about the people using them.
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about AstraZeneca-Bristol merger talks, a revised 340B plan, and more
AstraZeneca stock fell as investors balked at reports of merger talks with Bristol Myers Squibb about forming one of the world's biggest drugmakers
Man arrested after allegedly injuring teen with pliers over dispute in Yishun
The man will be charged on Aug 4 with voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous means.
How serial killer profiling actually works, according to a former FBI profiler
Jana Monroe is a former FBI agent and profiler who has interviewed dozens of female killers. Presented by the new Hulu original series "Furious."
Indian Rupee: Policy holds with FX intervention – BNY
BNY’s Geoff Yu expects the Reserve Bank of India to keep the repo rate at 5.25%, relying on macroprudential tools to manage financial stability while INR remains pressured by higher Oil and a stronger…
How Lamine Yamal became a symbol of Spain’s identity debate
How Lamine Yamal became a symbol of Spain’s identity debate Submitted by Steffani Garcia on Mon, 08/03/2026 - 12:06 The footballer’s success has reignited questions about nationality, heritage and…
Casemiro said he wanted to play for us - Galaxy GM
Los Angeles Galaxy's general manager Will Kuntz says Casemiro told the club he "only wanted to play for them" amid investigations into his transfer to Inter Miami.
'We’ve been behind the ball for so long': Experts say DNA samples from crime-scene forensics can be modified and even switched using an AI tool
Researchers used AI-assisted code to undetectably tamper with data from computerized scans of physical DNA evidence produced by widely used crime-lab machines.
I planned a dream vacation to Positano. Next time I visit the Amalfi Coast, I'll stay in this lesser-known gem instead.
During our Amalfi Coast trip, we spent time in Minori, a less-touristy town along the coast. Next time, I'll stay in Minori instead of Positano.
UAE cyclists raise Dh2.4 million for fight against cancer in epic European ride
An intrepid team of UAE cyclists are riding high after helping to raise Dh2.4 million ($650,000) for charity on a gruelling 3,333km ride across Spain and France.
Jess Atkin: Space Biologist Enriches Soil and the Lives of Fellow Veterans
This biologist—also a rancher and Air Force veteran—finds solace in horses as she studies how to grow plants on the Moon.
Blanche kills Trump fund but leaves legal loose ends
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the order setting up President Trump's $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization" fund Sunday, a move aimed at ending a Republican blockade of his confirmation that leaves the underlying settlement unresolved.
Danielle Ignace: Bringing One’s Whole Self to Science and Beyond
As a scientist, mentor, artist, advocate, and more, Ignace wears many hats. The key to balancing it all is to integrate the varied aspects of her life.
Q&A: Does the world need ‘carbon capture and storage’ to reach net-zero?
When carbon dioxide (CO2) is released from a factory or power plant, the gas can be captured and permanently stored… The post Q&A: Does the world need ‘carbon capture and storage’ to reach net-zero? appeared first on Carbon Brief .
Daniel Pastor-Galán: Studying Ancient Earth, with a Little Help from His Friends
This rock lover carries his musical inspirations with him as he peers far back in geologic time.
MakeMyTrip Q1: Profit Slides 65% YoY To $9.1 Mn
As its India IPO plans take shape, travel tech major MakeMyTrip’s (MMT) consolidated net profit for the three months ended…
This $150 blasting system blows, sweeps, and reaches everywhere your vacuum wont
The Shark BlastBoss is a cordless, rechargeable air-blasting system with speeds up to 190 MPH, featuring a precision nozzle, extension wand, and BlastBroom attachment for indoor and outdoor cleaning.
Horizon3, whose AI penetration testing platform NodeZero helps find and exploit attack paths in production systems, raised a $250M Series E at a $2B valuation (Kate Park/TechCrunch)
Cybersecurity startup Horizon3 has raised a $250 million Series E at a $2 billion valuation, more than tripling its valuation in 14 months.
These tiny USB-C thermal cameras bring professional heat vision to your phones
Fixing what pricier rivals still get wrong.
Anthropic Brings Claude Inference To India As Sovereign AI Race Heats Up
Anthropic is bringing in-country inference for its AI platform Claude to India via Amazon Bedrock, AWS’ managed service for building…
Migraines are linked to accelerated brain aging in regions tied to memory and emotion
Migraines are more than just painful headaches. A new study reveals that the condition is linked to accelerated brain aging, with structural changes appearing in regions responsible for memory…
With Historic $927 Million Global Opening, Tom Holland Proves He Is the Ultimate Spider-Man | Analysis
Alongside co-stars Zendaya and Jacob Batalon, the actor behind the MCU's Peter Parker has pushed the webslinger's global popularity to new heights The post With Historic $927 Million Global Opening…
How Mumbai Indians takeover has affected MI London & Surrey
BBC Sport takes a look at what has changed, what has stayed the same and what the future holds for MI London after investment from Indian Premier League side Mumbai Indians.
Chinese military unveils AI system to plan and coordinate mass air strikes
The Chinese air force is using an AI-enabled system to draw up battle plans for operations involving more than 100 units, according to a state television documentary.
Hyprland's biggest strength is also why I'm switching back to KDE
Hyprland offers a ridiculous level of customization for Linux users, but the learning curve is going to keep me on KDE for a while longer.
Why The Product Manager To CEO Pipeline Is The Underrated Crash Course For Leadership In Tech
Traditional research on CEO career paths tends to focus on titles such as COO, CFO and divisional president. But the skills developed in product management may be just as relevant, argues Paysend CEO…
Iran war could still alter Beijing’s policy calculus: economist
With the US-Israel war on Iran entering its sixth month, Chinese policymakers have a multitude of questions weighing on their minds, with two proving particularly thorny according to a prominent…
Rising seas are inundating US coastal wetlands, putting many on track to become open water
Along the three coasts of the contiguous United States, a silent race unfolds. Fueled by climate change, sea levels rise faster than at any time in recent geologic history.
176-year oyster mystery spanning WA and the Indo-Pacific solved by DNA
An international study led by Curtin University has put to bed a scientific debate dating back 176 years, confirming that two historically significant oyster species from Western Australia and Fiji…
SoftBank, Hitachi, LG back Zenity’s $125 million round to police AI agents
The round lands as Asian enterprises rush to deploy AI agents that touch “every aspect of the enterprise,” in the words of CEO Ben Kliger.
10 biotechs in Japan to watch in 2026
While Japan historically lacked foreign investment, the field is becoming more dynamic. Discover ten essential biotech companies in Japan.
Asus ProArt PA32UCDMR 32-inch 4K professional OLED monitor review: Precision, speed, and flexibility
Asus delivers professional precision and premium gaming performance with the ProArt PA32UCDMR. It also comes with a slick calibrator and controller combination, and sports an all-metal chassis with…
Lies of P: Complete Edition is excellent on Nintendo Switch 2, packing solid performance and the excellent Overture expansion
Lies of P: Complete Edition shows that the Switch 2 is a fantastic place to play this masterpiece soulslike for the first time.
What is the release date for Ted Lasso season 4 episode 1 on Apple TV?
Ted's back — or he will be very soon. Here's when the popular Apple TV show will return.
Reforming Britain's constitution may seem irrelevant. It's not
Americans are usually schooled in some of the key words, phrases and ideas of the US constitution. Its basic principles are written down and taught to schoolchildren.
'One functioning portaloo labelled 'male-only' for 8,500 riders' – cycling sportives need to 'do better' to attract female riders
Olivia Moore's experience was not an anomaly; Cycling Weekly spoke to riders, organisers, and participation experts to find out what needs to change
S’pore factory activity expands in July on AI boom, but supply chain crisis brews due to Iran war
The electronics sector marked its 14th consecutive month of growth.
13 amazing things to see during the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12
The solar corona is the ultimate sight during a total solar eclipse, but there'll be a chance to see much more on Aug. 12, 2026.
Communication is the biggest puzzle piece in chill co-op game Big Walk, so don't take any shortcuts by using Discord
Stick to proximity chat: robbing the game of its creative problem solving takes away a lot of the fun.
Ancient bullets reveal where a Roman camp hid in the Pyrenees of Spain before being ambushed
Researchers found the remains of a Roman camp from 39 B.C. that was ambushed by locals in what's now Catalonia, Spain.
The Soulslike genre has grown stale after Elden Ring, and only FromSoftware can take it to strange new places
Sometimes I have to remind myself that I’m a cliché, a person first compelled to write about games because I slew Dark Souls ’ Gwynn, Lord Of Cinder and sat quietly for a moment before thinking…
US Dollar: August weakness seen persisting – DBS
DBS Group Research economist Philip Wee argues that the Dollar’s outlook in August is weak after a sharp stumble at the end of July.
Japanese Yen holds firm after coordinated US-Japan intervention
USD/JPY steadies on Monday after a sharp decline at the weekly open fuelled speculation that authorities may have stepped into the market again following last week’s coordinated intervention by Japan…
Barzani meets Al Shara on first Damascus visit by Kurdish leader since Assad's fall
Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara on Monday rolled out the red carpet for the President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq , Nechirvan Barzani, for the first high-level visit by a Kurdish official since…
New York’s assisted-dying law moves forward
Medicaid work requirements in effect in Nebraska, AI scribes in med school, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Israeli court blocks Ben Gvir crocodile moat plan for prisons holding Palestinians
Israeli court blocks Ben Gvir crocodile moat plan for prisons holding Palestinians Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 08/03/2026 - 12:57 Injunction was made on the basis of concerns around animal welfare…
Olivia Miles’ case for MVP is stronger than you think
These days, it feels like the WNBA’s most elite players are competing for MVP runner-up. That’s because A’ja Wilson — who has won the award in four of the last six seasons — continues to outdo herself, year after year. This WNBA season, Wilson is averaging 26.8 points (the second-highest of her career) and 9.8 […]
Roadside parking payment via OBU now underway for 1,000 trial users
LTA is gathering feedback on the feature ahead of the ERP transition on Jan 1, 2027.
The Number of Regular People Being Arrested for Protesting Data Centers Is Astounding
People are rising up everywhere. The post The Number of Regular People Being Arrested for Protesting Data Centers Is Astounding appeared first on Futurism .
These luxury Galaxy Z Fold 8 editions have serious dorm poster energy
Caviar's latest Galaxy Z Fold 8 customs trade Messi for movie legends and bold collector appeal.
Income tax: Here, the tax office takes a very close look at the 2025 tax return
Many tax returns are processed automatically. However, in some cases the tax office is particularly critical. When taxpayers should anticipate unpleasant inquiries.
10 years of Pixel and I still dont get it
Google Pixel has been around for 10 years, but its phones still struggle to gain market share. Experts explain why.
Apple and the invisible wolf: AI slop drowns real security threats
Apple has had to introduce a quota on security researcher reports because its systems are being overwhelmed by low-quality warnings generated by AI.
More rental housing options being studied as demand from young Singaporeans grows
Models like long-stay serviced apartments, co-living, or other Build-To-Rent developments, are being explored.
Why Rwanda’s development bank is backing a $6 million venture debt fund
The Development Bank of Rwanda is investing $6 million in a venture debt that wants to lend to businesses capable of reaching $20 million valuations.