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Celtic Linked to Liverpool Left-Back Amid Landon Emenalo Injury
Celtic have been linked to the Liverpool left-back even though Landon Emenalo has not even made his debut yet.
Shane Lowry seizes Irish Open lead after course-record 62
Shane Lowry scorched the links at Doonberg to take the lead on Day 2 at the Amgen Irish Open.
How AI is helping many small businesses hire, not fire
AI is often linked to job losses, but new research suggests it may actually help small businesses expand their workforces, Inc. reports. A Gusto survey of roughly 2,000 small businesses finds that 64% are experimenting with AI, and nearly two-thirds of those businesses say the technology is making it easier to launch or operate their […]
LinkDaddy LLC Announces AI Verified Gold Business Passport
LinkDaddy LLC announced AI Verified Gold, a $297-a-year public identity record at aiverified.io. Each file includes a hashed web page and a matc...
LinkDaddy LLC Announces AI Verified Gold Business Passport
LinkDaddy LLC announced AI Verified Gold, a $297-a-year public identity record at aiverified.io. Each file includes a hashed web page and a matching JSON copy for companies that lack encyclopedia notability. Owners prove website control and may attach filings from live official registry pages.Clearwater, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - September 11, 2026) - LinkDaddy LLC today announced AI Verified Gold, a $297-a-year public identity record now available at aiverified.io. The Florida company said the
US declares end of largest recorded cyclosporiasis outbreak
The US declares the end of the largest cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, sickening over 12,000 people.
Passkey-themed phishing attacks lead to Microsoft 365 data theft
Microsoft says threat actors linked to ShinyHunters, Helix, and other extortion gangs are using passkey and single sign-on-themed social engineering attacks to compromise corporate Microsoft accounts and steal data from Microsoft 365 services.
U.S. health officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak
Health officials have declared the food poisoning outbreak over and said all recalled iceberg lettuce linked to it is off the market.
Residential air pollution linked to higher depression scores among 9/11 responders: Study
9/11 first responders' exposure to air pollution and extreme heat in the neighborhoods they live in compounded poor health outcomes, a new study finds.
Scientists discover a new way a disease-linked protein comes apart
Transthyretin amyloid disease (ATTR) is a progressive, life-threatening condition caused when the protein transthyretin (TTR) breaks apart and aggregates in the heart and other organs. One of the most ...
Hormone therapy for menopause might have heart health benefits
Hormone therapy may do more than ease hot flashes and night sweats. A new study suggests it may also be linked to a lower risk of heart problems.
Mets Morning News: Never Forget
Your Friday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.
Too much light at night may quietly reshape your heart
Nighttime light exposure was linked to thicker, stiffer heart chambers and early signs of reduced heart function in a study of more than 11,000 people. The findings suggest that keeping bedrooms darker could be an overlooked strategy for protecting the heart.
Eagles News: Saquon Barkley poised for another big season
Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 9/11/26.
Video Many 9/11 first responders face lasting health effects 25 years later
ABC News spoke with first responders about illnesses linked to dust, smoke and debris exposure at ground zero 25 years later— and their fight for benefits.
Alcohol-linked cancer deaths have doubled in recent decades. What to know about risk.
Around 23,126 people died from alcohol-attributable cancer in 2023, up from 11,361 in 1990, according to a study.
Prediabetes linked to substantial burden of mental health conditions
Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration. Prediabetes has a high prevalence worldwide; however, the prevalence of mental health conditions within the population with prediabetes is not well understood.
1 death linked to Legionnaires' disease cluster in parts of the Bronx
Officials say the community cluster is linked to parts of Melrose and Morrisania in the South Bronx, including ZIP codes10451 and10456.
Salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts sickens 16 in Washington
The sprouts were purchased from grocery stores, food co-ops, and restaurants.
Roundup: Trauma-Affected Mental Health Linked to Future Cardiovascular Risk; and More News
A new study suggests that people who develop mental health conditions after experiencing a traumatic event may face a higher risk of serious cardiovascular problems later in life.
Nebraska scientists link Nepal flood to climate change
Two weeks after flooding in Nepal, CNN reports thousands of people are still missing. People in Omaha with loved ones in the country said they want more discussion about what they believe caused the disaster.
The surprising reason one of science’s most famous creations was named after Dolly Parton
The unusual connection created an enduring link between two very different Dollys
Anthropic says it blocked possible efforts to use AI for biological weapons development, Iran-linked cases
The company detailed five cases involving potentially dangerous biological research, saying it banned the associated accounts and strengthened its safeguards.
Linking Northeast Ohio patient health records to ChatGPT brings promise and privacy concerns
Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and MetroHealth patients can now link medical records to ChatGPT, raising hopes for better-informed care alongside concerns about over-reliance and data privacy.
Russians about Goethe-Institut: 'Hostage to politics'
Canceled language exams, disrupted plans to study in Germany and the disappearance of an important cultural link: DW users shared how the closure of Germany's Goethe-Institut in Russia affects their lives.
Breast density laws linked to higher ultrasound use after mammography
Two kinds of legislation can help drive supplemental imaging for women with dense breasts, according to researchers from Penn State College of Medicine.
AirPods 5 and Apple Watch Series 12 Pre-Orders Open on Amazon, With Early Discount
Apple yesterday announced the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 at its "Surprise and Shine" event, and today all of these devices are up for pre-order on Amazon. This also includes the first cash discount on the Apple Watch Series 12. >Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Expo links salmon, culture, science for Effie Kokrine Charter students
Effie Kokrine Charter middle school students received a hands-on immersion into the cultural and scientific relevance of salmon during an inaugural expo on Wednesday.
Scripps Oceanography and Ocean Science Trust Chart Path to Flood Resilience in California
A new OST and Scripps Institution of Oceanography report offers eight recommendations to improve catastrophe flood modeling and link mitigation efforts to insurance pricing, positioning California as a national leader in coastal flood resilience.
Thursday Morning Links
Morning, all! Sebastian Walcott has been setting the Texas League on fire but has been limited to DH as he recovers from an internal brace procedure performed in February. The plan is for him to return to the field for the playoffs and then play in the Carrinean this winter. League Nathan Eovaldi is chomping […]
Walmart Reinvents the Store for a Faster Digital Future
Walmart President and CEO John Furner and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey pointed to value, faster delivery and digital growth as key factors behind the retailer’s second-quarter performance in a video Furner posted on his personal LinkedIn account following the release of Walmart’s Q2 FY27 financial results.
How geopolitical rifts cut scientific collaboration
Researchers have measured how worsening geopolitical relations hobble scientific collaboration, at last quantifying the impact of rifts between governments on cooperation between labs. Over the last decade, a tenser world has thrown up new barriers to cross-border science. Collaboration between the US and China has dimmed as the two countries have sunk into an ever-deeper rivalry. Links between Russia and Europe have collapsed following Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But while a concern, the magnitude of the damage is less than might be expected. For all the geopolitical turmoil of the last decade, international scientific collaborations are near a record high. “Some part of the story is positive,” said Shreyas Gadgin Matha, a social scientist at Harvard University and an author of the new study. “Research collaborations are largely resilient.” Matha and colleagues looked at data on cross-border research papers and patents in the period 2000-23, and analysed how they were impacted by countries’ political relations, as measured by how often states voted together in the United Nations. They found that when states drift apart at the UN by the median difference in votes between all countries, joint scientific papers decline by 3.1% over the next three-year period. To put that in context, over the last decade, the US and China have diverged by around a third of that difference in votes every three years. In other words, on average, it takes quite a significant diplomatic rift even to trigger a small single-digit percentage drop in joint papers. “In the short term, even something like a 3% reduction [in joint papers] is, in some ways, not that big of a number,” said Matha. Research remains more international than ever, according to an analysis extending to 2023 released by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in 2025. We’re still living in an era of unprecedented scientific globalisation, the analysis says, with 27% of papers in OECD countries written across borders. In 1970, just 2% of articles had authors from different countries. Longer-term damage?However, this trend towards increasing international collaboration “has lost momentum and might be partly breaking down,” the OECD analysis says, largely due to a fall in the intensity of US-China joint papers since 2018. Matha and his colleagues stressed they are not complacent about the global science system. For now, “it's pretty resilient,” said co-author Muhammed Yildirim, director of academic research at Harvard’s Growth Lab. But if links are weakened, through the denial of study visas, for example, then this could have a much longer-term effect, cascading through generations of scientists, he added. Related articlesChina becomes Russia’s biggest collaborator after war decimates science ties with the west US scientists prefer German to Chinese collaborators, study finds Horizon Europe is now truly global. But what comes next? Another finding of the study, Burning bridges or bridging divides: Geopolitics and collaboration in research and innovation, is that trust appears easier to destroy than create.The hit to scientific collaboration when countries drift apart is around three times as big as the growth in joint papers when they move closer, the paper finds. “It's far easier to break these ties than to mend them, and that that also perhaps has some larger policy lesson,” said Matha.PatentsThe results around patents were less clear cut. Some methods of analysis found a statistically significant link between a diplomatic rift and a drop in co-patenting, but others did not. According to Yildirim, patents with cross-border inventors are often developed by multinational companies, which may have invested heavily in global R&D facilities, so are less likely to change how they operate simply due to a change in the geopolitical weather. “That's why we might not be seeing the effect immediately in technology,” he said.By contrast, researchers might be more sensitive to geopolitics, because visa policies can quickly affect who meets who at academic conferences, he went on. International collaboration on patents is much lower than for academic articles, the study shows. It peaked at around 10% in 2010, and has since fallen back to around 8%. This could be because China dramatically ramped up domestic patents in the 2010s, said Yildirim, squeezing the international share.
How geopolitical rifts cut scientific collaboration
Researchers have measured how worsening geopolitical relations hobble scientific collaboration, at last quantifying the impact of rifts between governments on cooperation between labs. Over the last decade, a tenser world has thrown up new barriers to cross-border science. Collaboration between the US and China has dimmed as the two countries have sunk into an ever-deeper rivalry. Links between Russia and Europe have collapsed following Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But while a concern, the magnitude of the damage is less than might be expected. For all the geopolitical turmoil of the last decade, international scientific collaborations are near a record high. “Some part of the story is positive,” said Shreyas Gadgin Matha, a social scientist at Harvard University and an author of the new study. “Research collaborations are largely resilient.” Matha and colleagues looked at data on cross-border research papers and patents in the period 2000-23, and analysed how they were impacted by countries’ political relations, as measured by how often states voted together in the United Nations. They found that when states drift apart at the UN by the median difference in votes between all countries, joint scientific papers decline by 3.1% over the next three-year period. To put that in context, over the last decade, the US and China have diverged by around a third of that difference in votes every three years. In other words, on average, it takes quite a significant diplomatic rift even to trigger a small single-digit percentage drop in joint papers. “In the short term, even something like a 3% reduction [in joint papers] is, in some ways, not that big of a number,” said Matha. Research remains more international than ever, according to an analysis extending to 2023 released by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in 2025. We’re still living in an era of unprecedented scientific globalisation, the analysis says, with 27% of papers in OECD countries written across borders. In 1970, just 2% of articles had authors from different countries. Longer-term damage?However, this trend towards increasing international collaboration “has lost momentum and might be partly breaking down,” the OECD analysis says, largely due to a fall in the intensity of US-China joint papers since 2018. Matha and his colleagues stressed they are not complacent about the global science system. For now, “it's pretty resilient,” said co-author Muhammed Yildirim, director of academic research at Harvard’s Growth Lab. But if links are weakened, through the denial of study visas, for example, then this could have a much longer-term effect, cascading through generations of scientists, he added. Related articlesChina becomes Russia’s biggest collaborator after war decimates science ties with the west US scientists prefer German to Chinese collaborators, study finds Horizon Europe is now truly global. But what comes next? Another finding of the study, Burning bridges or bridging divides: Geopolitics and collaboration in research and innovation, is that trust appears easier to destroy than create.The hit to scientific collaboration when countries drift apart is around three times as big as the growth in joint papers when they move closer, the paper finds. “It's far easier to break these ties than to mend them, and that that also perhaps has some larger policy lesson,” said Matha.PatentsThe results around patents were less clear cut. Some methods of analysis found a statistically significant link between a diplomatic rift and a drop in co-patenting, but others did not. According to Yildirim, patents with cross-border inventors are often developed by multinational companies, which may have invested heavily in global R&D facilities, so are less likely to change how they operate simply due to a change in the geopolitical weather. “That's why we might not be seeing the effect immediately in technology,” he said.By contrast, researchers might be more sensitive to geopolitics, because visa policies can quickly affect who meets who at academic conferences, he went on. International collaboration on patents is much lower than for academic articles, the study shows. It peaked at around 10% in 2010, and has since fallen back to around 8%. This could be because China dramatically ramped up domestic patents in the 2010s, said Yildirim, squeezing the international share.
25 years after 9/11, Rutgers still treats first responders
Rutgers has treated more than 6,500 people coping with cancers, PTSD and other conditions linked to their work at Ground Zero.
Enbridge to buy Tallgrass crude oil transport business for $2.5bn
The deal covers a 75% stake in the Pony Express pipeline system, which links oil production in the Rockies to the Cushing storage hub.
Weekly Entertainment Report: Live music and lively arts, Sept. 10-13
Go out and find yourself some good live entertainment this weekend.
Foley man charged in multiple burglaries after being caught inside business
A 33-year-old Foley man is facing multiple charges after police reportedly caught him inside a business Wednesday and linked him to several other recent break-ins.
Citadel Securities urges SEC to take oversight of some wagers
Citadel Securities told regulators that prediction market contracts linked to publicly traded companies should be overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission instead of the agency that has taken responsibility
Foley man charged in multiple burglaries after being caught inside business
A 33-year-old Foley man is facing multiple charges after police reportedly caught him inside a business Wednesday and linked him to several other recent break-ins.
Trump administration fires prosecutor in dropped case against politically-linked Indian billionaire
Gautam Adani had faced a criminal case that Trump administration moved to drop.
Shaping the Future of Public Health and Policy in Mexico
Mexico is transforming public health into a strategic pillar, linking healthcare reform with investment, research, regulation and domestic production.
Why Lewis-Skelly remained at Arsenal despite strong outside interest
Myles Lewis-Skelly was linked with a move away from Arsenal this summer, with several teams willing to add him to their squads, including Chelsea and Manchester United.Both clubs had been offered the ...
Yourgene Health Releases IVDR-Certified DPYD Assay for Chemotherapy Toxicity Detection
Yourgene Health launches IVDR-certified DPYD assay in Europe to detect 19 variants linked to fluoropyrimidine chemotherapy toxicity.
Kirby and the World Beyond, which seemingly includes a Legend of Zelda crossover, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027
A new reveal trailer Kirby and the World Beyond ended today's Nintendo Direct, showing off a large open world and lots of Zelda tie-ins.
Patriots News: Week 1 Patriots-Seahawks matchups, keys to victory
Daily news and links for Wednesday, 9/09/26
NFL insider reveals Rams’ interest in Maxx Crosby
A well known NFL analyst just linked the Rams to Maxx Crosby, and the timing raises real questions.
Arizona Cardinals Daily Links:
Jeremiyah Love is listed as the Cardinals’ backup running back behind Tyler Allgeier to begin the season.
Mets Morning News: Mets filet Fish
Your Wednesday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.
Scientists find a bone-building switch that could fight osteoporosis
An experimental compound called AP503 significantly strengthened bones in mice by activating GPR133, a receptor that boosts bone formation while slowing bone loss. Because the same treatment has also been linked to stronger muscles, researchers see intriguing potential for combating age-related decline and osteoporosis.
Eberl reveals Bayern explored move for Barcola before Liverpool switch
Bayern Munich were linked with a move for Bradley Barcola in the past, when he was still playing for Paris Saint-Germain, but ultimately chose not to pursue their interest.In an interview with Sport B...
Military Toxic Exposures Appear to Affect Both Mental and Physical Health in Veterans
Environmental hazards encountered during military service, such as Agent Orange and toxins from open-air burn pits, are known to be linked to adverse physical health outcomes. The VA recognizes them as presumptively service related under the Agent Orange Act of 1991 and the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022.
Man told ChatGPT he was feeling delusional. ChatGPT insisted he was Jesus.
Man with bipolar disorder sued OpenAI after surviving ChatGPT-linked suicide attempt.
3 minutes vs. 90 minutes: Which workout is better for your health?
A new study found that three minutes of intense exercise floods our blood with molecules linked to better health.
Liverpool midfielder joins Man United, he's gone
Liverpool and Manchester United were linked with a lot of the same players in the summer transfer window. Both teams could've done a lot better than they did last season and, while the Red Devils mana...
Baton Rouge General's Health Tip of the Week: Another sugar substitute raises heart concerns
Sponsored by Baton Rouge General Cutting back on sugar? Take a peek at the ingredient label before reaching for a sugar-free treat. Recent research has raised questions about xylitol, a sugar alcohol found in products like gum, candy and baked goods. Higher blood levels of xylitol were linked to a greater risk of heart attack […]
Study Findings Conflict with Body of Science Linking Pesticides to Attention Deficits and Autism - Beyond Pesticides Daily News Blog
A recent study finds no connection between levels of urinary biomarkers of organophosphates and autism-related traits, conflicting with a wide body of research.
Licensed counselor reveals link between weight loss and mental health effects
Bonnie Mitchell, a licensed professional clinical counselor in California, said that while a new study shows a correlation between weight-loss drug use and self-reported mental health symptoms, it cannot prove causation.
A study links prenatal acetaminophen with reproductive changes in girls. Doctors say it remains safe to use when needed
A new study found that some girls born to mothers who took acetaminophen during pregnancy developed reproductive organ changes that could affect fertility later in life. It’s a finding the study authors say should drive future research but shouldn’t yet change how certain symptoms are treated during pregnancy.
Alaska review finds potential financial disclosure issues involving 91 candidates
A preliminary Alaska Department of Law review found potential financial disclosure discrepancies involving 91 candidates, but did not determine whether any laws were violated.
Dahlstrom reverses course, will certify Taylor and Tagle for November ballot
Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her August 31 decision and will certify Treg Taylor and Jose Tagle after a preliminary review raised questions about financial disclosure recommendations.
New transfer agreements link FVTC business degrees to UW-Oshkosh
Four new pathways cover accounting, finance, business management and marketing
OECD: Heavy AI Use Linked to Lower Science Scores
New PISA data shows students who use AI daily score 28 points lower in science; OECD urges using AI to support, not replace, learning.
U-turn After Manchester United Linked With Elite Celtic Player
It looks like the reports regarding Manchester United's interest in the Celtic player were off the mark.
Meta Removes Iran-Linked Network That Faked American Personas to Sway US Political Debate
The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) welcomes Meta’s recent removal of an Iranian regime-linked network that disguised its origins while seeking to influence American political discourse. Meta disclosed the takedown on Aug. 27 in its H2 2026 Adversarial Threat Report. The network consisted of four Facebook accounts and 31 Instagram accounts linked to actors based in […]
Lego announces its third Legend of Zelda set, this time featuring Link on Epona
The set will be released next year and is once again based on Ocarina of Time…
Heat linked to reunion with struggling ex-Lakers point guard
An NBA writer believes the Miami Heat should consider bringing back a former Los Angeles Lakers backcourt contributor for a second stint.
Is Cardinal Health Building a New Tech-Enabled Healthcare Platform?
Technology is becoming a bigger part of CAH's strategy, linking distribution, specialty services and logistics through digital workflows.
The Legend of Zelda getting Link and Epona LEGO set, playable Ocarina, more
A number of new products have been announced for The Legend of Zelda, including a Link and Epona LEGO set and a playable Ocarina, and more. We have a look at the LEGO set above. Here’s a look at the new ocarinas, which includes an electric version: Also on the way are Hasbro’s figures as well as an electronic Master...
Nearly half of depression risk factors overlap with physical illnesses, especially gut disease
QIMR Berghofer researchers have identified a strong genetic link between gut-related health conditions and depression in a study offering new insights into why physical illnesses often accompany the mental ...
New screening system flags food-packaging chemicals linked to serious health risks
Packaged food usually sits in plastic-lined bags designed to keep air, moisture and contaminants out. That same protection can also increase the chances of chemicals from the packaging seeping into the ...
Mets Morning News: Mets’ bats work overtime on Labor Day
Your Tuesday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.
Studies link New Mexico drilling to radiation, air pollution, health risks
A new paper ties oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin to radioactive airborne plumes near the small New Mexico town of Loving.
Can what we feed farm animals directly benefit our own health?
Several chronic diseases—obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers—have been linked to lifestyles and diets high in calories, based on processed foods and lacking diversity and ...
Your personality may be more genetic than scientists realized
More than 1,200 genetic variants have been linked to the Big Five personality traits, and many of the same variants are also associated with health, longevity, careers, income, and everyday habits. The findings reveal a surprisingly wide genetic connection between personality and life outcomes while showing that environment still plays a powerful role.
Ozempic and Wegovy may have an unexpected mental health benefit
Semaglutide, the drug behind Ozempic and Wegovy, may have benefits that extend well beyond weight loss and diabetes. In a large Swedish study of nearly 15,000 people with bipolar disorder, its use was linked to a 21% lower risk of psychiatric hospitalization. Researchers think effects on inflammation and brain-related biological pathways could help stabilize mood, though other GLP-1 drugs did not show the same association.
One of America's Most Widely Consumed Ingredients Linked to Metabolic Changes And Obesity
"It's not the oil itself ... It's what the fat turns into inside the body."
The 5 Best Dinner Options for Your Gut Health
Your digestion and sleep are closely linked. Here, experts break down the best dinner food options that will support your gut health and a good night's rest.
Inhaled Microplastics Linked To Lung Cancer, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 (HealthDay News) — People with lung cancer are more likely to have hidden deposits of microplastics in their lungs, a new study says. About 66% of lung cancer patients had detectable microplastics found in fluid samples taken from their ...
Juventus is eyeing a move for a Bundesliga left back
Juventus have been linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund full-back Daniel Svensson, as the Swede continues to impress at the German club and could be allowed to leave if the right offer arrives.Juv...
More Evidence Of Link Between Smoking And Infertility
While it is harder to quantify the effect of smoking on men’s fertility, a recent review of 44 studies involving over 60,000 men found that smoking was
Taylor back on the ballot after Dahlstrom reverses course
Alaska Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her decision not to certify Treg Taylor for the November ballot. The move came after a Department of Law review raised questions about how
Ukraine war briefing: New political turmoil in Kyiv as prosecutor general resigns
Anti-corruption agencies raid offices and arrest a deputy of Ruslan Kravchenko in case linked to alleged laundering of phone scam proceeds. What we know on day 1,658
Alaska officials clarify ballot after Lt. Gov. Dahlstrom reversal
Alaska Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her decision not to certify Treg Taylor and Jose Tagle for the November ballot. A Department of Law review found potential discrepancies in 91
Nearly 1.7 million deaths linked to second-hand smoke in 2023, study finds
More than 2.7 billion people worldwide, including 767 million children, were exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, contributing to nearly 1.7 million deaths, a Lancet study said on Tuesday. Researchers…
Researchers identify new therapeutic target for salt-sensitive hypertension
The researchers discovered that a signaling pathway called AP-1 complex links dietary sodium to immune-driven salt-sensitive hypertension.
Rumour Mongering: Liverpool Target Frankfurt Sporting Director
Markus Krosche is being linked with Liverpool’s open sporting director job.
Patriots News: Ready or not, Week 1 starts in Seattle
Daily news and links for Monday, 9/07/26
Russia and North Korea open the first road link across shared border
A bridge will allow up to 300 vehicles a day to pass through a newly built border crossing point
Russia and North Korea open the first road link across shared border
A bridge will allow up to 300 vehicles a day to pass through a newly built border crossing point
Stress and Stroke: The Hidden Link
Key takeaways:Stress might not directly cause a stroke, but it can lead to issues that raise your stroke risk, like high blood pressure.Mental health medication shouldn't impact your stroke risk, but talk to your health care provider about it.Diet, exercise and avoiding risky behaviors can help prevent stroke.
Commission to present long-awaited Innovation Act proposal
The European Commission will present its proposal for an EU Innovation Act on September 9, with a focus on strengthening public procurement as a driver of innovation and facilitating the use of intellectual property (IP) to secure financing.The proposal was initially meant to be published in March. No explanation has been given for the delay, but it may be linked to issues with the associated impact assessment.The Commission’s Regulatory Scrutiny Board issued a negative opinion on the draft impact assessment following its meeting on January 28, and again on February 27, according to a draft of the Innovation Act published by Agence Europe.In it, the Commission lays out the steps it has taken to address the board’s concerns, including avoiding overlap with the upcoming revision of the EU Public Procurement Directives and removing a mandatory target for EU member states to increase overall innovation procurement spending.The Innovation Act, which was included in last year’s start-up and scale-up strategy, is meant to reduce barriers to bringing innovative solutions to the market and speed up the path from research to commercialisation.Central to the initiative, according to the draft proposal, is the introduction of a harmonised EU framework for the procurement of R&D services by public buyers, including pre-commercial procurement. The plans would also introduce an EU preference in public R&D procurement.“Other leading economies in the world are investing five to eight times more in public procurement of R&D than the EU,” it notes. In Europe, the lack of harmonised rules has led to divergent practices across the bloc, legal uncertainty and limited use of joint, cross-border R&D procurement, it says.Related articlesCommission postpones European Innovation ActParliament draft report adds EU Inc safeguards to prevent fraud and regime shoppingThe text highlights a lack of clarity around the valuation and monetisation of IP as another barrier to the commercialisation of research results. Currently in the EU, IP is rarely used as collateral in financing, which restricts the growth potential of innovative firms. A key reason for this, according to the Commission, is the absence of a harmonised methodology for valuing IP.To address this issue, it plans to introduce an EU-wide IP valuation framework, a digital marketplace for commercialising IP, and a competence centre to help innovators access IP-backed finance.The issue was highlighted by a recent report by the European Union Intellectual Property Office, which referred to developing a “functional market for IP-backed finance” as a “core competitiveness imperative for the next decade,” and key to ensuring capital unlocked by other EU initiatives reaches innovative firms.The Innovation Act is one of several ways the Commission hopes to reduce fragmentation in the single market and help innovative companies to scale in Europe, complementing other initiatives such as the EU-wide corporate regime, dubbed EU Inc.The leaked draft is not the final version that will be published on September 9, according to a Commission official.
PKK warns disarmament process at risk unless Turkey links surrender to political reforms
Bayik said the National Solidarity and Social Integration Law does not clearly connect the surrender of weapons with a transition to democratic politics.
‘Nakedly political’: US attempts to link trans support to authoritarianism in new HHS report
HHS releases report linking ‘gender ideology’ to political violence – a study scientists say was poorly conducted
‘Nakedly political’: US attempts to link trans support to authoritarianism in new HHS report
HHS releases report linking ‘gender ideology’ to political violence – a study scientists say was poorly conducted
Scientists Identify a Nose-to-Brain Circuit That Links Anxiety And Breathing
A new mechanism discovered in mice.
Scientists Identify a Nose-to-Brain Circuit That Links Anxiety And Breathing
A new mechanism discovered in mice.
Fact-Checking Midterm Ads Referring to Jeffrey Epstein
Candidates have traded attacks on votes to releasing the Epstein files and political donations from those with links to Jeffrey Epstein.
UK business group urges smaller state pension increases ahead of budget
The British Chambers of Commerce has urged finance minister John Healey to replace Britain's pension so-called "triple lock" with inflation-linked increases ahead of his first budget, saying the savings could help boost youth employment and growth.
How to Watch Nintendo's Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct
Nintendo's celebration of Zelda's 40th sounds big