A Business Council report says Australia scores well on trade but ranks near the bottom on regulation and business taxation, prompting calls for reform.
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Female mammals live longer due to mating behavior and genetics, new study finds across 1,176 species of mammals and birds.
Major cities now face 25% more extreme hot days than in the 1990s, with 2024 marking the hottest year recorded in urban heat data.
UN urges overhaul of water management as 2.1B lack safe drinking water and billions more face inadequate sanitation and hygiene access globally.
Scientists detected a rare gravity anomaly near Earth’s core using GRACE satellite data, pointing to deep structural changes in the mantle.
Governments expand AI use in justice and services, yet OECD says outdated systems and fragmented data limit effective scaling of public sector innovation.
Global parcel deliveries to the US face major disruption as 25 countries suspend services following the end of the $800 customs duty-free threshold.
SpaceX postponed the tenth Starship test due to a liquid oxygen ground leak, delaying a major validation mission at the company’s Starbase launch site.
TU Graz in Austria unveils a hook-and-loop fastener system that enables modular renovations, cuts construction waste, and supports sustainable building upgrades.
WHO and WMO urge heat-health plans to protect workers, citing 22.85 million injuries and 19,000 deaths annually linked to rising temperatures.
A new cement design reflects sunlight and emits heat, reducing temperatures indoors by over 5°C and offering a powerful energy-saving construction solution.
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a tiny new moon orbiting Uranus, raising its satellite count to 29 and revealing more about its complex system.
The UK has reversed its push for Apple to weaken iCloud encryption after legal pressure and US intervention, marking a global victory for digital privacy.
A new MIT report reveals 95 percent of generative AI pilots in companies fail to produce financial impact, highlighting poor planning, governance gaps and low scalability.
Emergency agencies respond to Hurricane Erin’s coastal impacts as the powerful storm continues to create high surf and evacuation orders along the East Coast.
President Zelenskyy will meet President Trump Monday in Washington to seek broader peace support after inconclusive Alaska talks with Russian President Putin.
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Florida officials are investigating a raw milk outbreak that sickened 21 people, including children, with E. coli and Campylobacter infections across the state.
The FDA escalated Bunge North America’s butter recall to Class II after undeclared milk allergens were found in 64,800 pounds of mislabeled butter.
A University of Pittsburgh study shows artificial sweetener sucralose may reduce immunotherapy effectiveness by altering gut bacteria and T cell activity.
As kratom’s 7-OH compound gains popularity, the FDA moves to ban it, warning of addiction, misuse, and unregulated sales in gas stations and vape shops.
Lenacapavir, a new HIV PrEP injection approved for EU use, shows 99.9% efficacy in global trials, offering the longest protection yet for at-risk groups.
Exposure to persistent PFAS chemicals is now linked to a significant rise in type 2 diabetes, raising concerns over everyday environmental health risks.
NUST MISIS in Russia creates breakthrough 3D-printed larynx implant to support throat structure and help patients recover from advanced cancer stages.
Florida health officials confirm four deaths from Vibrio vulnificus, a rare flesh-eating bacterium linked to warm coastal waters and raw shellfish exposure.
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The Sydney-based AI factory uses Cisco UCS and Nexus Hyperfabric with NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs, aiming to keep data processing inside Australia.
South Korean researchers at DGIST created a physical AI system that mimics human forgetting, cutting robot navigation time by 30% in logistics tests.
Google launches a $1 billion AI education initiative, supporting over 100 US institutions with tools, grants, and access to its Gemini chatbot.
China summoned Nvidia over alleged H20 chip security flaws, demanding technical details amid renewed concerns of remote tracking capabilities.
Google’s DeepMind has created Aeneas, an AI tool trained to decode worn or broken Roman inscriptions and accurately date them within 13 years.
Microsoft’s SharePoint servers face global cyberattacks, exposing businesses and governments to data theft, key harvesting and network compromise.
Samsung Electronics has announced the Galaxy Z Fold7, its most advanced foldable smartphone to date, highlighting a blend of…
Russian scientists develop lithium-ion batteries that operate efficiently at -50°C, advancing power tech for Arctic, satellite, and transport use
New MacBook Air with M4 chip debuts in sky blue, offering faster performance, AI features, and a lower $999 price.
Sports
President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced Washington as host of the 2026 World Cup draw, confirming the group ceremony for December 5.
The US, Canada, and Mexico have launched trilateral efforts to counter drone threats, ensuring robust security measures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Russian engineers have developed an AI robot that enhances athletic performance with real-time monitoring, customized training plans, and injury prevention tools.
Jannik Sinner became the first Italian man to win Wimbledon, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in four sets to claim his maiden title at the All England Club.
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Southern California interior designer and popular lifestyle influencer Becki Owens has launched her home furnishings line, Becki Owens…
To celebrate the indescribable drive and competitive spirit of all athletes and fans, Apple launched the International Collection…
The talented team of watchmakers and designers at OLTO-8 just launched a unique mechanical watch for those who…
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of four new GST-B400 watches, the latest additions to the G-SHOCK…
The LEGO Group has taken the covers off a new LEGO version of one of the most coveted…
Halal cosmetics market is projected to grow through to 2028 according to the 2021 Global Industry Research Report…
Driven by the belief that the kitchen is the original lab, where culinary science and personal expression fuel…
Middle East and Africa’s numero uno megastar, Egyptian singer Amr Diab launched his first perfume titled Amr Diab…
