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OpenAI says 'hidden' recording device was planted in office
OpenAI said a "sophisticated recording device" was found in one of its offices and that the company's own models identified the person who planted it.
Deep-Sea Rocks Spontaneously Combusted After Scientists Brought Them to the Surface
A recent discovery highlights an unforeseen potential hazard of deep-sea mining.
Women’s health at work shouldn’t have ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, MD panelists say
The Daily Record hosted a webinar about the healthcare needs of women at every stage of life — and how workplaces and physicians can more comprehensively accommodate them.
Microsoft’s top science exec is leaving to fulfill a childhood dream: Joining a Formula 1 team
Peter Lee, the longtime Microsoft Research leader, plans to join the Mercedes Formula 1 team in a newly created AI advisor role. He'll work on physics problems for the team's car, predictive models and how F1's regulators might govern AI.
Samuel Williams Honored with E. O. Lawrence Award
Awarded for creating transformative performance modeling tools and algorithms that help supercomputers run more efficiently.
Apple Wants to Invade Your Home With a Mountain of Cameras, Doorbells, and More
Apple's new smart home cameras and thermostats work with Apple Home and are processed on Apple servers, but they're not made by Apple.
Optum Health surge helps power UnitedHealth Group results
Optum's earnings from operations leaped 48% to $3.7 billion during the third quarter, UnitedHealth Group reported.
India's youth protests over electoral rolls, but can 'cockroaches' threaten Modi's political grip?
Thousands detained, leaders arrested on arrival, and a capital under lockdown: the youth-led protests against the election chief have the attention of the Indian government. But experts say toppling it is another matter.
PS5 games are now booting on Xbox hardware thanks to emulation, because apparently anything is possible now
PS5 emulation has arrived on Xbox Series X, with Astro Bot already running through Developer Mode.
HomeView's Wall Model: Pay More, Get Less Speaker
Apple offers two versions of the HomeView, one that can be mounted on the wall and one that's a standalone model with a speaker base. The wall-mounted version and the speaker version are both priced at $299, with no discount for the base-free model. Wall mounting is the more expensive option because most buyers will need hardware that's sold separately and is currently priced starting at $60. There are three options for mounting the HomeView on the wall.
This week in health care policy: October 5–9, 2026
Drug pricing and 340B PhRMA sues to block GLOBE. On October 7, PhRMA sued to block the most-favored-nation drug-pricing model CMS finalized last week. The suit argues GLOBE is a price control rather than a “test,” exceeds the Innovation Center’s authority, and fails the major questions doctrine. CEI commented on the GLOBE pilot earlier this […]
NYAC Turns Pandemic Signup Boom Into First Winter Sport Athlete
The New York Athletic Club is one of the most storied institutions in the history of American sports, and its athletes have won 321 Olympic medals, dating back to the first modern Games in 1896. But for its entire 158-year history, the NYAC had never supported a winter sport athlete. That’s changing this autumn. Lauren …
AI Business Use Rises Despite Growing Concern | The Morning Download for Oct. 13
Plus, Meta’s new model.
Apple Unveils Its First HomePod mini in Six Years
The HomePod mini 2 supports next-gen Siri AI features.
NVIDIA Unveils "Preset C "DLSS Frame Generation with up to 35% Faster Generation
NVIDIA has updated its DLSS Frame Generation algorithm to be faster and more efficient. In the latest NVIDIA App beta update, rolling out today, the company introduced "Preset C," the fastest Performance Mode for DLSS Frame Generation. NVIDIA demonstrates that this mode can make frame generation...
Apple Updates The HomePod Mini With More Audio Features And New Colors
The new model arrives on October 30, but its Siri AI features are coming later.
Letter | Modern politics too ridiculous to parody
Dear Editor: If W. S. Gilbert (the lyricist of Gilbert & Sullivan, who devised the plots for such parodic musicals as "The Pirates of Penzance" "Ruddigore," and "H.M.S. Pinafore") were
NVIDIA DLSS 5 gets 2X faster with 20% lower VRAM usage, now 10X faster than March demo
NVIDIA introduces a faster DLSS 5 model and a new Frame Generation preset. The latter delivers up to 35% higher performance on RTX 5060.
The Museum of Discovery and Science marks 50 years — and looks to the future
A year-long calendar of festivities includes the opening of a new satellite facility.
Scientists worry AI is stealing their ideas
Researchers are using AI as a sounding board throughout their work. But concerns are growing that companies may present users’ ideas as those of their models
Byepervisor Reborn Cracks the PS5 Hypervisor on Firmware 13.60, but Developers Warn It’s Not Useful to Regular Users Yet
Byepervisor Reborn is a newly discovered PS5 exploit that could greatly expand what modified PlayStation 5 consoles can do on firmware 13.60.
Scientists Call For International Body To Oversee Advanced AI
In an open letter, the researchers said frontier AI models should initially be air-gapped from external networks and subject to independent oversight.
Why a wave of ‘cockroach’ protesters are defying India’s bid to stamp out their movement
Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of India’s election chief over the removal of 130 million names from voter lists, which they say favors Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party.
Why insurers see risk in the new price transparency rule
Federal regulators finalized a rule that bars insurers from listing ghost rates, standardizes pricing files and could expose health plans to more scrutiny.
Pleasant Grove’s unique business model combining pizza and rural atmosphere stands tall
Emily Knudsen looked out from her barnyard door into the emerald-green clover lawn. Two alpacas laze around near a wooden stage for outdoor performances, and smoke billows from inside the
Meet Iris Shen, the 17-year-old Texas student who used clams as a model for testing blood-cancer drugs, found a drug combination that slowed tumor growth, and won a $150,000 Regeneron Science Talent Search prize
Iris Shen, a 17-year-old student from The Woodlands, Texas, has earned third place and a $150,000 award in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search for an unusually creative approach to blood-cancer research. Instead of relying only on conventional laboratory models, Shen tested a potential cancer drug in clams to determine whether these animals could serve as an animal model for blood-cancer drug discovery.
AI worms and 'digital slime mold': Welcome to next AI nightmare fuel
Small AI models might soon be capable of worming their way into smart ovens and refrigerators, Anthropic said.
Inside Gore-Tex’s Testing Lab: The Science Behind Everest-Ready Materials
As it celebrates 50 years in business, the American company invited media inside its product innovation and quality lab in Germany… - Modaes Global
Portland Trail Blazers Dominate London Lions in Preseason Blowout
Scoot Henderson’s lethal outside shooting fueled a wire-to-wire rout at Moda Center as Portland’s depth overwhelmed their international opponents in a commanding display of offensive efficiency.
PS5 Digital Edition Midnight Black Japan-only model launches November 19
Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia will release “PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Midnight Black (Console Language: Japanese Only)” on November 19 in Japan for 55,000 yen (tax inclu…
October Faculty Council Meeting covers faculty satisfaction, enrollment growth and School of Data and Information Science
The council also heard from Eric Hastie, a teaching associate professor in the Department of Biology, who discussed adjustments made to BIOL 101L: Introductory Biology Laboratory courses intended to accommodate more students.
From Melbourne to Madrid, housing is shaping modern politics. But who benefits?
Housing crises across advanced economies are reshaping political loyalties, but which parties reap the rewards is hard to predict.
AI behaves more like a brain than a database – cognitive science’s role in its origin story helps explain why
When people think about what ChatGPT or other large language models are doing behind the scenes, it’s common to reach for the language of computing. You might assume there is
Microsoft science chief Lee to advise Mercedes on AI
Departing Microsoft Science president Peter Lee plans to advise Mercedes on AI applications ranging from car physics to predictive modeling and regulation,...
Walmart opens another next-generation fulfillment warehouse
As part of an ongoing effort to modernize its supply chain, Walmart recently opened its fifth high-tech fulfillment center. The retailer said the 900,000 square-foot facility in Stockton, Calif., will...
Meta launches Muse Wonder series to rival Anthropic, OpenAI models
Meta unveils new AI models, Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, designed for complex tasks. It says it has caught up to rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic.
Business tidbits: Yakima car washes have new owner; new entertainment center in Sunnyside
A car wash update, a new entertainment center in Sunnyside and a Yakima Burger King is being remodeled.
Business tidbits: Yakima car washes have new owner; new entertainment center in Sunnyside
A car wash update, a new entertainment center in Sunnyside and a Yakima Burger King is being remodeled.
Joe Burrow’s model girlfriend Olivia Ponton reveals personal health battle
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s model girlfriend, Olivia Ponton, recently opened up about a personal health battle. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model admitted she struggles with the ea...
Marking World Mental Health Day, ASICS brings movement, mental health conversation to Malibu
The event revealed new global research on declining physical activity and featured a screening of Human Nature, a new short documentary narrated by Sigourney Weaver examining how modern life is quietly designing movement out of everyday life.
Firm Advises Oxford Science Enterprises on IP Matters Related Sensible’s $47 Million Financing
On October 6, 2026, Sensible Biotechnologies (Sensible), a biotechnology company developing a first-of-its-kind platform for naturally modified mRNA medicines, announced that it has secured $47…
AMD Ryzen AI Halo with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 launches at $7,299 with 192GB memory
AMD's 192GB Ryzen AI Halo costs $3,300 more than the original 128GB model. The new version uses the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor with 16 Zen 5 cores.
Alignment Health sues over 2027 star ratings
Alignment Healthcare’s lawsuit, based on previous years, is likely the first of more to come by other insurers that’s star ratings deteriorated.
Amazon Discounting 2026 MacBook Pro by as Much as $600 This Week
Today we're tracking a pair of massive discounts on Apple's newest MacBook Pro models, including $500 off a 16-inch model and $600 off a 14-inch model on Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The 15-Core M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM and 2TB SSD has hit $2,399.00 on Amazon, down from $2,999.00.
Banana Time Guayaquil 2026 puts science at the heart of the banana industry's future
The AEBE conference, taking place October 28-30, will bring together national and international specialists and industry leaders to address key challenges in Ecuadorian banana production,…
AI Is Only as Smart as the Data Behind It
The unglamorous discipline of data quality is quietly deciding which AI projects succeed — and which quietly fail. A few years ago, I sat in a conference room while a retail client showed off a new demand-forecasting model. The dashboard looked impressive: clean charts, confident predictions, a color scheme that seemed to say, “we’ve arrived.” […]
Gatton Academy Senior Takes Home Third Award at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair
Gatton Academy senior Jiwoo Kim (Model Laboratory School) earned Third Award and a cash prize at the renowned Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in the cellular and molecular biology category.
Nairobi Science Summit dialogue calls for stronger Africa–Europe research partnerships
SEI Africa hosted a day of dialogue on how Africa and Europe can build fairer, longer-lasting research partnerships.
NVIDIA RTX 5080 24GB reportedly launching in Q1 2027, board partners still waiting for details
: NVIDIA's rumored RTX 5080 24GB now has a Q1 2027 release window. The card would replace the 16GB model, although partners are still awaiting technical details.
CMF’s First Speakers Look Like Milk Cartons and Have Swappable Buttons
The CMF S and M are shilling for the dairy industrial complex.
Robert E. Hall wins Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences
The professor of economics and senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, emeritus, developed models that help governments and central banks respond to economic volatility.
Health affordability task force considers utility model
CHEYENNE — The Health Insurance Affordability Task Force discussed models Tuesday that could reduce the cost of health insurance in Wyoming, in addition to unanimously agreeing that the task force
Scientists map faces to unravel secrets behind a beautiful smile
Findings may lead to better aesthetic treatments for South East Asians
Group behind GTA 6 leaks threatens to release alleged full build of game including story mode
Warning reportedly states "Take-Two gets one way out: physical disks and a public apology"
Why we love to dress for the job we don’t have
Today, most of us probably work from behind a desk. Yet our obsession with clothes from a different kind of working life just won’t quit.
Left follows right in abandoning wall between church, state
Rival views on Christianity by Ken Paxton and James Talarico are part of the likely most religious-themed election season in modern history.
Medicare Advantage star ratings 2027: Winners and losers
Medica and Humana saw the greatest increases in the share of enrollees with plans that earned high star ratings.
How states are spending CMS’ Rural Health Transformation grants
States are using the rural health funding to support a variety of projects as major healthcare program cuts loom.
Pentagon Lays Foundation to Implement Trump Administration's 'Golden Age of Science'
Trump launched his "Science: A New Golden Age" initiative on Oct 8 to modernize DOD and recruit talent for the next frontier.
DMZ for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 being released early, but Infinity Ward shoots down PvE hopes
If you're pre-ordering Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Infinity Ward is giving you a reason to jump in every few days in the lead-up to launch.
Navan Selected by Investec to Modernize Global Travel Program
PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 12, 2026--
Kent Matthes on How to Build a Modern Baseball Agency & the Potential Impact of a Work Stoppage in MLB
Kent Matthes on How to Build a Modern Baseball Agency & the Potential Impact of a Work Stoppage in MLB
Amazon's $7 billion Decart talks echo a deal that changed its cloud business
Amazon's 2015 acquisition of Israeli chipmaker Annapurna Labs helped lay the foundations for its in-house silicon business. Now, the tech giant is reportedly pursuing Decart, an Israeli AI startup whose technology can help AI models run more efficiently on chips, including Amazon's own Trainium processors.
Balancing Innovation, Access and Operational Excellence
Learn what health plans should consider when evaluating clinical programs, from operational readiness and reporting to flexible care and digital tools.
The Social Reckoning Crashes Hard at Box Office, Turns Into a Major Flop
Sony’s Facebook drama opened to just $5.5 million in North America, finishing fifth. The Social Reckoning box office debut fell short of even modest expectations and left it far behind the film that i...
Can keeping your phone in your pocket harm sperm health? Doctor explains what the science says
The idea that carrying a phone in your pocket might affect fertility sounds like the kind of health scare that spreads faster than the science behind it. According to Dr.
New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2 Pre-Orders Expected to Begin This Week
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today reported that new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models will be unveiled on Tuesday, October 13 and launch on Friday, October 30. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today reported that new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models will be unveiled on Tuesday, October 13 and launch on Friday, October 30.
Guardians vs. Rays ALCS preview: Can José Ramírez and Co. keep rolling against No. 1 seed Tampa Bay?
Hinge Health (HNGE) Stock Still Looks Pricey On Earnings Power
Hinge Health has delivered very strong share price gains recently, which puts fresh attention on whether that move lines up with what the business is actually earning. With the stock now trading at US$102.90, the immediate issue for investors is how that price stacks up against its earnings power. The share price is up 125.9% year to date, which raises the question of whether the earnings picture has kept pace with the market's optimism. The business model depends heavily on converting its...
Kakao Entertainment Signs With Atlantic Music Group For K-Pop Global Expansion
Kakao Entertainment has signed a partnership with Atlantic Music Group to “establish a new business model centered on creating and developing the next global K-pop IP.”
5 Lexus Models Commonly Said To Be Nearly Indestructible
The Lexus ES 350, RX 350, LS 430, GX 470, and IS 350 stand out for reliability, with reported average lifespans ranging from 142,000 to 228,000 miles.
Commentary: I opened a primary care practice. Now I see why doctors are giving up.
Traditional health insurance pressures doctors to work at volume, or if they add layers of bureaucracy that independent physicians can't easily handle, writes Dimitri Coupet, who says it's time to consider formalizing a direct payment of care model.
The ABCD of US politics: American-born Combative Desis face MAGA heat
The daughter of Indian immigrants is challenging one of New York’s most powerful Democrats. In Colorado, an Indian-American Republican is running for attorney general.
Sustaining livelihoods amid crisis in Gaza
Nidaa, Hanaa and Hanin have different stories, but share a common thread: the determination to build something of their own and keep it going despite extraordinary challenges facing them in war-ravaged Gaza.
COMMENTARY: Share turkey not politics this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year to reflect on life in general and to appreciate all the good things in it.
New Plugin Allows Us To Turn Our Steam Deck Into a PSP, PS5, or Xbox 360
A new plugin for the Steam Deck allows us to change Game Mode to different console interfaces, making it feel like a PSP, PS3, Xbox 360, and more.
George A. Romero’s Season of the Witch is a slow-burn feminist occult drama
After inventing the modern zombie, Romero made a feminist film about a suffering house wife turning to witchcraft.
Apple TV 4K Getting A19 Chip and Easier-to-Find Siri Remote
Apple's new Apple TV 4K will be powered by a standard A19 chip, up from the A15 in the current 2022 model, reports Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his Power On newsletter, Gurman also said a refreshed Siri Remote will come with a speaker to make it easier to find between couch cushions.
Bloomberg: New iPad mini with OLED display will be significantly more expensive than current model
The current iPad mini sells for $599 in its starting 128 GB configuration. Apple is set to introduce the next-generation...
New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini to Ship on October 30
The new upcoming Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models will launch on Friday, October 30, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his Power On newsletter, Gurman said the devices will ship to customers and arrive in stores on that day. Apple is expected to announce the new devices at its October 13 "Welcome home" event, which will also debut "Homeview" – the company's new smart home hub, whose name was first spotted by MacRumors in a trademark filing.
Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center to Host Halloween Gala
A spooky carnival and haunted house will headline a free Halloween celebration at the Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center.
Who gets to be a genius? Matilda effect and the women missing from science
Albert Einstein is probably the most quoted scientist in the world, and among the lines most popularly credited to him is one he almost certainly never said.
The hidden math of Alzheimer's could point to new treatments
Mathematics may hold unexpected clues to understanding Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists have developed a model showing how common metals like copper and zinc may influence the buildup of proteins associated with the disease, while also exploring possible ways to stop the process. The findings could help researchers identify promising strategies for preventing harmful plaque formation.
'News reports tweaked the science to speak to contemporary anxieties': How Neanderthal extinction is a projection of our own, modern fears
In this excerpt from "Neanderthals Among Us," author Peter Sahlins looks at the way Neanderthal extinction theories are often engrained with our own societal fears.
BLACK BY GOD: From exploring new business models to global expansion, ample growth opportunities exist for Black farmers in West Virginia
By Jeffrey McKinney | Black By God, Black By God Agriculture, Donate here. Whether in times of triumph or hardship, there are mega growth opportunities
PAID POST: How Connecticut Hospitals Are Modernizing Critical Infrastructure for the Future
Connecticut healthcare systems are modernizing critical energy infrastructure to improve reliability, increase efficiency, and support patient care for years to come.
Jay Norris Defines a New Model of Business Transformation at the Intersection of Humanity and Technology
Westport, New York, United States, October 11, 2026 -- As businesses navigate an increasingly technology-driven economy, entrepreneur and transf...
A 100-kg green anaconda can almost vanish in the Amazon; scientists found giant snakes hiding under logs, leaf matter, vegetation, and riverbanks
Green anacondas can remain difficult to spot in the western Amazon, even when they weigh 100 kg. A study of the snakes in Peru found that they were usually visible only when basking.
MacBook Pro overhaul: entry-level model to gain new design sooner than expected
Earlier this year, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed that Apple has a new M7-powered entry level MacBook Pro in the pipeline...
'Ambani won't go out of business': Elon Musk says Starlink competition would benefit Indians
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Sunday said that competition from Starlink would "benefit Indian consumers" by offering them more choices, arguing that Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani would not go out of business even if his profits declined.
Sad to see clubs can’t run multiple sides
HAVING just read the first round results of local league action it pains me to see that some teams are unable to fulfil their fixtures for whatever reasons. Is this the sign of modern times? People do not want to play or clubs cannot afford to run multiple sides. Back in my days before Leagues, […] The post Sad to see clubs can’t run multiple sides appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
Not Your Momma’s Mammogram. How AI Helps Modernize Screening.
For decades, mammography has been one of healthcare’s most powerful tools for detecting breast cancer early. And today, artificial intelligence is helping make that screening even stronger. California’s Sutter Health has long been recognized as a leader in quality care and digital health innovations. The not-for-profit health system has embraced AI-enhanced mammography to support radiologists, […]
GTA 6 Leaker Claims to Have Full Build, Threatens to Release It Unless Take-Two Apologizes
The notorious leaker known as Cyberleek is now threatening to release what is claimed to be a playable build of GTA 6 ahead of the game's November 19 launch. According to a post on the leaker's own website, the build supposedly includes the full story mode, playable through to the end credits....
Jim and Marilyn Simons lent their 68-metre superyacht to ocean scientists; an $80,000 system tested whether luxury vessels could help validate satellite data
Superyachts are usually associated with luxury travel, but the 68-metre Archimedes, owned by Jim and Marilyn Simons at the time of the research, also became a platform for marine science. During several deployments between 2018 and 2020, an autonomous measurement system aboard the yacht collected ocean-colour observations at a range of locations, including remote regions such as the Antarctic Peninsula.
Cigna Group (CI) Could Be 56% Undervalued Following Its Health Sense Rollout
Health Sense rollout and what it could mean for Cigna Group stock Cigna Group (CI) has put its Health Sense platform at the center of a push to link health data, benefits and clinical support into a single experience for oncology and cardiometabolic patients. The model ties together information on medical history, behavioral health, pharmacy coverage, prior interactions and expected costs, then uses that context to tailor outreach and care coordination through existing Cigna Healthcare...
Satya Nadella: Companies should treat AI models like threats
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said companies should assume AI models are compromised and contain them from the start.
Samsung Galaxy S27 might finally introduce DC dimming
The tech might only be coming to the Pro and Ultra models for now, though. We already heard word that Samsung Display is gearing up to start Galaxy S27...
Informanté on Instagram: "Namibia urged to harness growing space science opportunities Staff Reporter NAMIBIA is positioning itself to benefit from the growing space economy through new satellite infrastructure, proposed legislation and expanded education and training opportunities, with young people urged to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. This was said by Dr Lisho Mundia, Deputy Executive Director for the Department of Higher Education, Training, Research and Innovation, who represented Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp at the official opening of World Space Week Namibia 2026 at the Windhoek High School Stadium on Monday. This year’s World Spac
1 likes, 0 comments - informante_news on October 10, 2026: "Namibia urged to harness growing space science opportunities Staff Reporter NAMIBIA is positioning itself to benefit from the growing space economy through new satellite infrastructure, proposed legislation and expanded education and training opportunities, with young people urged to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. This was said by Dr Lisho Mundia, Deputy Executive Director for the Department of Higher Education, Training, Research and Innovation, who represented Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp at the official opening of World Space Week Namibia 2026 at the Windhoek High School Stadium on Monday. This year’s World Space Week is being held under the theme “Rocket Revolution”, reflecting the transformation of space technology from the first human-made satellite launched in 1957 to modern spacecraft, satellites, space stations and missions beyond Earth. Full story: https://informante.web.na/?p=401904 Photo: National Commission on Research, Science and Technology - (NCRST)".
Trent Grisham and the Yankees’ flawed philosophy
Grisham hitting leadoff with the season on the line exposes a flaw in the Yankees’ mode of thinking.