Shoes may change the structure of our ankle bones
Wearing shoes seems to affect the density and volume of a spongy network within a bone in our ankles, which could affect the validity of previous research into the evolution of walking
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NASA’s SunRISE Mission Targets No Earlier Than Mid-2027 Launch
NASA’s SunRISE (Sun Radio Interferometer Space Experiment) mission will launch no earlier than mid-2027. The heliophysics mission will hitch a ride on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from the agency’s…
IPO Market Stalls Four Months After SpaceX's $75 Billion Debut
It was hoped SpaceX’s blockbuster June flotation would add rocket boosters to the global IPO market. But four months on, momentum has come crashing back down to earth.
- IPO market stagnant four months after SpaceX's $75 billion debut.
- Companies delay IPOs, tech giants' launch plans uncertain.
- Investor demand, AI sector concerns, market volatility cited.
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
Two dead, 14 injured In gunfire during Yam Festival at Nchiraa
Two people have died and 14 others, including a police officer, have sustained gunshot wounds following disturbances during the Yam Festival celebration at Nchiraa in the Wenchi Municipality of the…
For Love of the Himbo
Twenty-five years ago, Zoolander gave us a power poser for the ages—and an enduring argument about the limits of gender.
IVD introduced Blessing CEO to drugs – VeryDarkMan on why she defrauded people [VIDEO]
Nigerian social media critic, VeryDarkMan has accused celebrity Lagos-based auto dealer, Ikechukwu Ogbonna better known as IVD of introducing Blessing CEO to drugs. VeryDarkMan made the allegations in a video shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday while informing the public of his decision to help secure Blessing CEO’s release from…
Curing monetisation or killing democracy? Inside the NPP’s new candidate strategy
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is facing growing internal debate as its 2028 flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, and the newly elected National Executive Committee…
UAE becomes first Arab state to join Antarctic research body
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has joined the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) as an associate member, becoming the first Arab state to join the international body in its 68-year history.
Donald Trump Teases 'Midterm Surprise': History of October Election Shocks
The cryptic comment comes as Republicans fight to retain control of Congress in November.
- Trump hints at midterm surprise on Truth Social.
- Democrats projected to gain Senate seats, 73% chance.
- October surprise history includes Iran hostage crisis and Bush's arrest.
In Artificial, Luca Guadagnino Reveals the Messy Humans Behind the AI Age: Review
The unsubtle tech founder tale stars Andrew Garfield as the sometimes ditzy, sometimes malevolent Sam Altman. In Artificial, Luca Guadagnino Reveals the Messy Humans Behind the AI Age: Review Liz…
Older Canadians less confident in their retirement finances, says BlackRock survey
- 70% of Gen Z Canadians feel on track for retirement
- Only 51% of Gen X Canadians share same confidence
- 67% of Gen X worry about outliving their savings
NPP in search of winnable parliamentary candidates just a day after its national executive elections
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Fresh off a high-stakes national executive election on Saturday, October 3, 2026, which brought a new leadership team to power, the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has…
Keep your eye on the road with these brilliant Amazon Big Deal Days dashcam deals
Our pick of the best dash cam discounts for the Amazon sale
Steelers RB Rico Dowdle Reveals Painful Details of His Injury
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been without running back Rico Dowdle since he suffered a toe injury against the Patriots in Week 2.
- Rico Dowdle dislocated his toe twice in Week 2 game
- Dowdle initially played despite doctors' reassurances
- Jaylen Warren stepped up, gaining 309 rushing yards
Police investigate death of three children at Koblimahagu, IGP deploys special team
The Northern Regional Police Command has commenced investigation into the death of three children whose bodies were discovered in the boot of a vehicle at Koblimahagu in the Tamale Metropolis.
10 jobs AI is already doing — and 5 it still cannot replace
Jobs AI is already doing today, from code generation to claims processing, plus five roles human judgment still protects
Abia revokes estate firm’s permit over regulatory violations
The Abia State Government has revoked the building permit for Trademore Housing Estate in Umuahia due to serious planning and regulatory infractions.
BREAKING: FG opens 2026 oil bid, offers 40 blocks to investors
The Federal Government has announced the 2026 oil licensing round, offering 40 blocks across land, shallow water and deepwater terrains to attract investme Read More…
BBNaija S11 winner Temi Nkem gets N90m, new SUV
Big Brother Naija Season 11 winner, Temi Nkem Chigbue, has officially received her grand prize, including N90m cash and a brand-new Hyundai SUV in Lagos.
AFTER THE BELL: My phone needed a new battery, not a new religion
Replacing a phone every two years is wasteful, but getting a new battery can be risky and expensive in a repair market shaped by manufacturer lock-in.
AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY: DA, EFF, ActionSA demand answers on McKenzie-linked Ticketpro deal
Questions over Bakang Lethoko’s appointment as Ticketpro CEO have intensified, with opposition parties alleging political influence and calling for disclosure of ownership, funding and contracts.
Ukrainian units hit record number of Russian air defense systems and radars in September, one of them 552 kilometers away
Every result is recorded on video in the Delta battlefield system.
UAE training 80,000 government employees as AI 'super users', minister says
Abu Dhabi: The UAE is training about 80,000 government employees to become "super users" of artificial intelligence, capable of building AI agents and working with advanced models, the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Omar Sultan Al Olama said on Tuesday at the ‘Ai Everything Abu Dhabi’.
Neutrino physicist wins 2026 Nobel Physics Prize
Francis Halzen of University of Wisconsin-Madison led development of IceCube Neutrino Observatory.
SAP acquires TechWolf to feed more context into its HR agents
SAP on Tuesday announced that it has agreed to acquire TechWolf, a Belgian AI company that maps what employees work on The post SAP acquires TechWolf to feed more context into its HR agents appeared first on The New Stack .
Ukrainian Velmart retail chain boosts direct manufacturer sourcing to 53%
The Velmart chain of discount hypermarkets has restructured its supply chains and increased the share of direct deliveries from manufacturers to stores to 53%, its press service said.
Bruno Mars’ ‘I Just Might’ Ties ‘Luther’ for Most Weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart
Drake and Don Toliver could challenge for next week’s crown.
SIFC to Fix Business Environment of Gilgit Baltistan
The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has engaged with business representatives from Hunza to address regulatory and operational hurdles affecting … Read More The post SIFC to Fix…
Uber-ezCater deal: Why Uber is spending $2.3 billion on corporate catering
Uber will buy ezCater for $2.3 billion to expand corporate catering, grow Uber Eats and strengthen its delivery business with high-value orders.
Save up to 43% on these handy Hoto tools for PC builders and hobbyists, starting from $14
Amazon's big discount event means that now is the perfect time to stock up on Hoto's tools for hobbyists and PC builders, with deals running until October 7.
African CEOs want more regional trade, but $31bn risk premium holds them back
African businesses are increasingly looking within the continent for growth, but expensive risk pricing, limited trade finance and weak implementation read more African CEOs want more regional trade…
Biological pathways and mechanistic trials centered at new Long COVID conference in Amsterdam
Researchers, clinicians, and advocates gathered for the inaugural conference of the International Society for Long COVID and Post-Acute Infection Syndromes in the Netherlands in late August.
Ghana needs more homegrown manufacturing giants - Ibrahim Mahama
Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Dzata Cement, Ibrahim Mahama has said Ghana needs more locally owned manufacturing companies to build a stronger and more resilient industrial base.
Jamie Dimon Warns on AI's Growing Cyber Threat
Get a jump start on the US trading day with Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Open Interest." Stocks push toward new highs, but Ray Dalio is sounding the alarm on bonds.
Regjeringen henger etter boligmål – varsler budsjettgrep
Boligministeren sier han «ikke stresser», men bevilger 61 millioner kroner.
Millennials More Likely to Use AI Than Gen Z—Here's Why
Younger workers may be approaching the technology with greater caution and anxiety than their slightly older co-workers.
- 47.2% of Millennials use generative AI tools, compared to 44.3% of Gen Z
- Millennials see AI as a work enhancement tool, while Gen Z fears job competition
- Gen Z shows higher AI anxiety (21.9%) and privacy concerns (60.5%)
Retirement planning looks different for couples with one income. Follow these expert tips
For a lot of people, a one-size-fits-all retirement plan just doesn’t fit. Their family circumstances call for a more custom-made approach. That’s the case with couples who have one income.
Ontario’s medical regulator proposing sweeping changes to prescribing safer supply
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is looking to clamp down and is set to hold a board of directors meeting next week to decide on the proposed changes.
Neinor experiences its best session since June 2025
Neinor's stock market performance continues to rise. Today, the company has seen a 5.13% increase, reaching 17.41 euros, marking its best session since June 2025, according to Bloomberg records.
A ‘Verity’ Strong Opening Underscores The Power Of Women In Theaters
'Verity' earned a strong opening thanks to a female audience who discovered the story through Colleen Hoover's novel. Women are showing up for several movies in 2026.
Office 2021 support ends this month – you have 5 options
Microsoft is ending support and updates for Office 2021 on October 13. What does that mean, and what are your alternatives?
Weight-loss drugs show signs of slowing biological aging, say drugmakers
Popular weight-loss drugs may do more than help people shed pounds. They might also melt away the years. Drug giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk say patients taking their drugs age less quickly…
UBS CEO warns France's debt crisis will need 'hard measures' to resolve
Sergio Ermotti compared France's fiscal troubles to the 2011 eurozone sovereign debt crisis, warning that small fixes won't be enough
IMF: Near-term challenges weigh on Somalia’s GDP
The North African country’s economy is expected to grow 2.3% this year and 2.7% in 2027. The International Monetary Fund says reforms and external assistance are essential.
- Somalia's GDP growth projected at 2.3% this year by IMF
- IMF delegation visits Somalia from September 21 to October 1
- Near-term risks high due to climate shocks and regional conflict
A Dangerous and Unsocial Form of Excitement
Religious leaders are finally pushing back against online gambling.
Ask the expert: What voters need to know about the rise of political deepfakes
Artificial intelligence is making it easier than ever to create convincing fake political content and harder to tell what's real. Now, a University of Missouri expert is helping voters navigate that changing information landscape ahead of this year's midterm elections.
Government bonds: The new power of shadow banks - what role do they play in the bond crash?
According to experts, unwound hedge fund bets may have fueled the recent stock market slump and yield surge in European government bonds. Central bankers have been warning for years.
Grab this epic Razer Wolverine V3 controller for a great 53% off
This esports pro-friendly Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition controller is on sale for a record-low Amazon Price, now just $94.99.
‘Artificial’: Early Reviews Cheer Biopic About OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
“Artificial,” starring Andrew Garfield as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is winning praise from critics who screened its world premiere at the New York Film Festival on Monday night.
“There is just not a room for error”: SAP is putting its AI agents in the back office
Earlier this year, at its Sapphire conference, SAP outlined its plans for an “Autonomous Enterprise” run in large part by The post “There is just not a room for error”: SAP is putting its AI agents in…
The biggest AI security risk may already be inside your company
The corporate security perimeter now extends beyond networks and devices to employees and the AI tools they use.
Roku's Newly Released 65" 4K OLED TV Drops to a Bargain Price of $799.99 for October Prime Day
OLED doesn't have to be expensive.
Mirror Particle is building a ‘world model’ of human behavior
Mirror Particle will launch at TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield with a world model built from scratch to predict human behavior, arguing LLM roleplay falls short for market research and brand…
- Mirror Particle developing world model to predict human behavior
- Uses diverse data sources, focuses on revealed behavior
- Competing in TechCrunch Startup Battlefield, winner decided Oct 15
Circulating DNA pioneer wins early detection Impact Award
Fresh from his Impact Award announced at the Early Detection of Cancer Conference in Edinburgh, we chat to Professor Allen Chan...
- Professor Allen Chan wins Impact Award for early cancer detection research.
- Team screened 20,000 people over three years, including during COVID-19.
- Work demonstrated plasma DNA can provide clinically useful cancer information.
Singles Are Becoming Less Open to IVF
Interest in fertility treatments is down—even if the actual procedures are booming.
Our favorite headphones and earbuds are cheaper during October Prime Day
We spotted a variety of discounted headphones and earbuds during October’s Prime Big Deals Days, with some of our favorite options discounted to at (or near) their all-time low prices.
Unusual stars may not owe their origins to hypernovae after all
Evidence for hypernovae, theorized to be the most powerful explosions in the universe, has been disputed in two papers by University College London (UCL) researchers.
Noncompetes suppress worker mobility and earnings without protecting trade secrets
Findings recently published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics provide, according to the study's authors, the clearest cause-and-effect evidence to date that noncompete agreements reduce worker mobility and earnings—while offering no measurable benefits in protecting sensitive business information.
New analysis underscores the rising threat of extreme heat to older adults
As extreme heat events become more frequent and severe across the United States, older adults face growing health risks that extend far beyond discomfort, according to a new policy analysis published…
International study validates less invasive approach to diagnosing mitochondrial disease
Researchers at Children's Hospital Colorado (Children's Colorado) and the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine have published one of the largest studies to date evaluating advanced…
Zambia to sign revised U.S. health deal without patient data and specimen-sharing clauses
The U.S. has signed new bilateral health agreements with around two dozen African nations since last year, but some have pushed back on requirements to provide patient data.
This Brain Implant Allows People With Paralysis to Speak and Gesture at the Same Time Via a Mind-Controlled Virtual Avatar
The experimental technology is still in the early stage and was fully tested in just two participants. But it could one day help people with motor problems communicate with more nuance or help them control robotic prosthetic limbs