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Science & Medicine: APOBECs and the fight against cancer

One of the handiest tools in our immune system is an enzyme called apolipoprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme, catalytic polypeptide — better known as APOBECs.

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Mar 8 • 7:00 AM EDT • Science • tpr.org
UiPath Expands Into Healthcare AI As Valuation Lags Analyst Targets

UiPath (NYSE:PATH) has launched agentic AI automation tools tailored for healthcare providers and payers. The company is partnering with Genzeon to target data management and revenue cycle workflows. Use cases include medical records summarization, claim denial prevention, and prior authorization processing. For investors following NYSE:PATH, this move takes the company deeper into healthcare, a sector where many workflows still rely on manual processes and fragmented systems. UiPath built...

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Mar 7 • 2:08 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Severe storms damages Beggs school campus and sports complex

Storm damage at Beggs Public Schools left debris across athletic facilities and caused roof damage at the middle school, though no injuries were reported.

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Mar 7 • 9:28 AM EST • Sports • newson6.com
When to talk to AI chatbots about mental health—and when to stay far away, professionals say

Some Americans are using AI chatbots for therapy. Mental health experts share when it is, and isn't, safe to use those tools for emotional support.

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Mar 7 • 9:05 AM EST • Health • cnbc.com
Video: Opinion | The Pentagon’s Attack on Anthropic Is Political

What happens when the A.I. tools helping to run the country stop sharing the government’s goals? The former Trump A.I. adviser Dean Ball joins “The Ezra Klein Show” to discuss the looming threat of institutional misalignment.

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Mar 6 • 8:51 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Google's new command line tool can plug OpenClaw into your Workspace data

This could make it easier to plug AI into Workspace APIs, but it's not yet an official Google product.

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Mar 6 • 2:56 PM EST • Technology • arstechnica.com
Reimagining The Graduate Business Curriculum In A World Where AI Is Ubiquitous

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral tool across industries, transforming how businesses operate and make decisions. “For business schools, equip...

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Mar 6 • 12:32 PM EST • Business • yahoo.com
Amazon helps McMiller Games grow with supply chain and logistics tools

Julian Miller and David McGranaghan’s McMiller Games relies on Amazon’s global logistics to support growth, exports, and multi-channel fulfillment.

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Mar 6 • 10:53 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Transparent Tribe Uses AI to Mass-Produce Malware Implants in Campaign Targeting India

Transparent Tribe uses AI tools to mass-produce polyglot malware targeting India using Slack, Discord, and Google Sheets C2.

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Mar 6 • 10:11 AM EST • Technology • thehackernews.com
Google says these AI models are best at coding Android apps

AI tools, love them or hate them, have been a big deal in coding and app development, and Google is...

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Mar 6 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Exclusive | ‘Send Us More’: Anthropic’s Claude Sniffs Out Bevy of Bugs

New AI-powered tools are increasingly adept at spotting flaws. Hacking experts worry they will be good at exploiting them, too.

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Mar 6 • 5:30 AM EST • Technology • wsj.com
Fig Security raises $38M to tackle 'silent' security failures

Fig Security, co-founded by Google Cloud alum Gal Shafir, raises $38M to tackle 'silent' cybersecurity failures with detection tools.

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Mar 6 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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'Little kid from Westville': Adair County residents excited for Markwayne Mullin's new role

President Donald Trump chose Mullin to take over as DHS Secretary on Thursday.

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Mar 5 • 11:19 PM EST • Politics • newson6.com
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Building climate-ready healthcare facilities across Indonesia

The World Health Organization (WHO), working with the Ministry of Health and partners, developed the Climate-Resilient and Environmentally Sustainable Health Care Facilities assessment tools. These were adapted from WHO's global framework and integrated into the SIKELIM platform, a digital system that maps disaster-affected facilities in real time. The tools help facilities assess vulnerabilities across systems including workforce capacity, water and sanitation WASH and waste, energy, infrastructure and technology.

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Mar 5 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Oregon Democrats quietly narrow business tax break they touted

The tax credit was sold as a key economic development tool. It’s expected to be reduced by 60%.

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Mar 5 • 3:32 PM EST • Business • opb.org
Windows 11’s March 2026 update is packing 9 new upgrades you’ll actually notice

Microsoft fine-tunes Windows 11 with some practical upgrades, more admin tools, and subtle UI polish in the March 2026 Patch Tuesday release.

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Mar 5 • 1:57 PM EST • Technology • windowscentral.com
Netflix acquires Ben Affleck's AI film-tech firm

Netflix said on Thursday it has acquired InterPositive, a filmmaking technology company founded by Academy Award winner ​Ben Affleck that produces artificial intelligence-powered tools for movie ‌production.

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Mar 5 • 11:02 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Amazon Bets on Health Care AI With Tools for Patients, Doctors

Amazon.com Inc.’s cloud unit is launching AI tools for medical practices, the company’s latest effort to broaden the reach of its cloud-computing business into workplace applications.

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Mar 5 • 8:50 AM EST • Health • bloomberg.com
Buchanan Street residents split over business restrictions from zoning

Buchanan Street neighbors and business owners are weighing the pros and cons of applying a new zoning tool that limits certain types of businesses.

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Mar 4 • 9:08 AM EST • Business • tennessean.com
Experts warn of 'mysterious' leaked US government tool that breaks into iPhones

The "powerful" software kit, dubbed Coruna, uses 23 different vulnerabilities to exploit iPhones and break into the device, Google warned in a PSA.

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Mar 4 • 8:46 AM EST • Technology • nypost.com
People are selling your home address online. This privacy tool will help

There's a free automated tool that removes information about you from Google search results. For some reason, most people don't use it.

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Mar 4 • 5:00 AM EST • Technology • bbc.com
Flo Health Publishes Groundbreaking Research on Economic Impact of Digital Tools for Endometriosis Care

Peer-reviewed study finds Flo Health's Symptom Checker could deliver nearly $10,100 in net monetary benefit per patient while cutting diagnosis wait time in half NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Flo Health, the world's #1 women's ...

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Mar 3 • 6:55 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
A suite of government hacking tools targeting iPhones is now being used by cybercriminals

Security researchers say exploits used by governments to hack into Apple iPhones have been found used by cybercriminals. They warned of an emerging market for "second hand" exploits.

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Mar 3 • 6:27 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Profitmind seeks to change how retailers do business

Despite a boom in artificial intelligence tools, retailers remain bogged down by data and too little time. “Retailers are still running their businesses...

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Mar 3 • 3:38 PM EST • Business • post-gazette.com
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Using Lenovo's Yoga Book 3D Laptop Felt Like Borrowing Tools From the Future

Used to making fists at your laptop screen? You'll love this. The Yoga Book Pro 3D Concept blends glasses-free 3D visuals, gesture controls, and dual touch screens to reimagine how creators work with digital objects. I gave it a test-drive.

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Mar 3 • 2:55 PM EST • Technology • pcmag.com
A Possible US Government iPhone-Hacking Toolkit Is Now in the Hands of Foreign Spies and Criminals

A highly sophisticated set of iPhone hijacking techniques has likely infected tens of thousands of phones or more. Clues suggest it was originally built for the US government.

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Mar 3 • 2:01 PM EST • Technology • wired.com
$50 million in funding approved for Norman Rock Creek Entertainment District

The $50 million loan supports the proposed Rock Creek Entertainment District, including a new arena for the University of Oklahoma, with completion planned by 2029.

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Mar 3 • 2:00 PM EST • Entertainment • news9.com
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Japan’s Cargo Spacecraft Nears Departure as Crew Works Spacewalk Preps, Science

Mission managers have given the go for a Japanese cargo spacecraft to depart the International Space Station at the end of the week. Meanwhile, the Expedition 74 crew is reviewing upcoming spacewalk procedures, packing a second cargo spacecraft for its departure, studying artificial intelligence tools, and conducting Earth observations.

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Mar 3 • 1:27 PM EST • Science • nasa.gov
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CMS issues toolkit on behavioral health services for children in Medicaid, CHIP

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released a toolkit that outlines strategies for states to strengthen access to behavioral health services for children enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

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Mar 3 • 11:05 AM EST • Health • aha.org
New Samsung Health Feature Makes It Easier to Save on Medications

For years, Samsung Health has been an essential tool for users as they aim to meet their health and wellness goals. Throughout the user’s journey, Samsung has reduced the number of steps to access care— from designing a cohesive platform that easily displays your most important health markers1 to optimizing experiences across Samsung’s portfolio of […]

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Mar 3 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • news.samsung.com
Schools are using AI counselors to track students’ mental health. Is it safe?

As hundreds of schools implement an automated monitoring tool, educators say that students can find talking to chatbots ‘more natural’ than confiding in a human

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Mar 3 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
The hidden technology that could unlock commercial fusion power

Fusion energy may be one of the most promising clean power sources of the future—but only if scientists can precisely measure the extreme, fast-moving plasmas that make it possible. A new U.S. Department of Energy–sponsored report urges major investment in advanced diagnostic tools—the high-tech “sensors” that track plasma temperature, density, and behavior inside fusion systems. Bringing together 70 experts from universities, national labs, and private industry, the workshop identified seven priority areas ranging from burning plasma to full-scale pilot plants.

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Mar 3 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Emma Bloomberg could've done anything. She chose to help the underdogs

Emma Bloomberg, daughter of Michael Bloomberg, founded Murmuration to help community organizations have the tools and tech to succeed.

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Mar 2 • 12:47 PM EST • Politics • usatoday.com
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Scientists Discovered an Ancient Egyptian Tool 2,000 Years Ahead of Its Time

The copper and leather device represents the first evidence of mechanical tools from Egypt’s pre-Pharaonic history.

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Mar 2 • 9:30 AM EST • Science • popularmechanics.com
Global webinar on core public health capacities to conduct ship inspections and issue ship sanitation certificates

Ships cross borders every day, connecting countries and serving as a backbone of the global economy. However, outbreaks onboard can disrupt maritime traffic, leading to significant economic and operational negative consequences. Without strong public health capacities to detect, prevent, and respond to public health risks on board ships, maritime travel can also become a pathway for the spread of infectious diseases. To support countries in strengthening these capacities, the World Health Organization (WHO) convened a two-day webinar on 11–12 February, bringing together more than 700 ship inspectors, port health officers, and public health authorities, primarily from the African, Eastern Mediterranean, and European Regions. The webinar came at a pivotal time. With the amended International Health Regulations entering into force on 19 September 2025, the need to focus on public health preparedness has never been greater. Strengthening public health capacities at borders, including onboard conveyances, is a cornerstone of global health security and central to the amended IHR.“The high level of attendance and active participation throughout the two days of the webinar highlighted the growing demand for technical guidance and capacity-building support in ship inspection and issuance of ship sanitation certificates”, said Dr Ninglan Wang, Head of the Borders, Mass Gatherings and Health Protection Measures (BMM) Unit at the Health Emergency Preparedness Department at WHO headquarters. “The dynamic interactions among experts and countries underscored the value of continued cross-border collaboration in the maritime sector and knowledge exchange in this area”. Conducting regular public health inspections on board ships for the issuance of ship sanitation certificates (SSCs) in accordance with the IHR requirements is crucial for ensuring that ships meet specific health standards, thereby minimizing the risk of the international spread of diseases via maritime traffic. These certificates, mandated by the IHR, require ports to have trained personnel who can identify and control public health risks on board vessels and apply recommended control measures. This standardized global procedure not only ensures compliance with the IHR but also promotes consistency in health practices across ports worldwide. SSCs are the globally-recognized tool used to prevent and control known public health risks on ships, providing a common way to register and communicate public health events and measures taken on board between all stakeholders involved in this process, including public health authorities in ports and ship operators. Only SSCs issued by ports authorized by national authorities to issue such certificates are considered valid. As per the IHR, all States Parties are required to send to WHO their list of authorized ports (available here) and to keep it updated. However, many Member States continue to face practical challenges, such as limited resources, high staff turnover, and competing priorities. These realities underscore the value of platforms such as this webinar, which foster collective learning, peer-to-peer exchange, and practical solutions to help countries build and sustain the capacities required under the IHR.Over the two days, participants engaged in presentations and discussions covering a wide range of technical and operational topics, such as the overarching international legal framework governing ship sanitation; considerations for pre-inspection planning; risk assessment factors by type of vessel; the completion and issuance of SSCs and evidence report forms; or practical insights on the inspection of various technical areas, such as food safety, medical facilities, water systems, or vector control, among others. In addition, public health authorities from the Netherlands, Morocco, and Tanzania shared case studies to showcase their practical application of these IHR requirements in their respective countries. Given its success, WHO plans to replicate similar sessions in the future to reach additional time zones and regions and cover other pressing border health-related topics, ensuring that Member States can continue benefiting from these opportunities to share knowledge and expertise.

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Mar 1 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Scientists just turned light into a remote control for crystals

NYU researchers have found a way to use light to control how microscopic particles assemble into crystals, effectively turning illumination into a tool for shaping matter. By adding light-sensitive molecules to a liquid filled with tiny particles, they can adjust how strongly the particles attract or repel one another simply by changing the light’s intensity or pattern. This allows them to trigger crystals to form, dissolve, or even be reshaped in real time.

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Mar 1 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Modern Parenting Means Apps for Sports, School and More. Where Is the Data Going?

For every aspect of a student’s life, there’s a tech company trying to digitize it. Inside the classroom, online tools proctor exams, create flashcards and submit assignments. Outside, technology coor...

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Mar 1 • 12:30 PM EST • Sports • yahoo.com
Medical marijuana business new license moratorium could get extended

Pieces of legislation at the state capitol could extended the ongoing moratorium into 2028.

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Feb 28 • 12:44 PM EST • Business • news9.com
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Laid-off Block workers detail AI push, Jack Dorsey's 'gratitude' call

Laid-off Block employees say they were embracing AI tools in what one called an almost "celebratory" way. Then it replaced them.

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Feb 27 • 8:03 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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How Amazon's massive stake in OpenAI could boost its AI and cloud businesses

The deal could ease some of Wall Street's fears about Amazon's monster $200 billion capex spending, and accelerate its development of AI tools.

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Feb 27 • 4:56 PM EST • Business • cnbc.com
Small Business AI Jam: Bellevue

The Small Business AI Jam is a free, hands-on workshop on March 6 in Bellevue where small business owners learn to use ChatGPT and build a practical AI tool for their business with mentor support.

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Feb 27 • 2:21 PM EST • Business • rentonwa.gov
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As Alzheimer’s cases rise in Oregon, free Portland conference offers families tools and support

Nearly 80,000 Oregonians are living with Alzheimer’s disease and numbers are expected to increase as the population ages.

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Feb 27 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • oregonlive.com
AI hospital systems and digital mental health: Dubai hub targets Gulf care

AI hospital systems and mental-health tools arrive in Dubai as QuantumNexis targets UAE, Saudi and wider GCC digital health markets amid market growth.

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Feb 27 • 7:18 AM EST • Health • stocktitan.net
Coachella Valley Students Shine at Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair, Top Winners Advance to State and International Competition

Students from across the Coachella Valley showcased innovative research at the Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair. Top winners will move on to the st

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Feb 27 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • nbcpalmsprings.com
The Pentagon is demanding to use Claude AI as it pleases. Claude told me that's 'dangerous'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has threatened Anthropic, the maker of Claude AI, that if it doesn't turn over full use of the powerful tool by Friday, the company will face severe repercussions.

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Feb 26 • 6:15 PM EST • Politics • latimes.com
Block lays off nearly half its staff because of AI. Its CEO said most companies will do the same

Block, the company behind Square, Cash App and Afterpay, is cutting its staff by 40%. The reason: “intelligence tools,” according to a letter to shareholders by co-founder Jack Dorsey.

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Feb 26 • 5:45 PM EST • Business • cnn.com
Why top Senate Republicans are skeptical they can use a 'talking filibuster' to pass Trump's SAVE America Act

Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the conference isn't "unified" on using the rarely used tool as he faces increased pressure from the right.

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Feb 26 • 2:59 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Google’s Nano Banana 2 brings advanced AI image tools to free users

Nano Banana 2: Electric Boogalo

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Feb 26 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Register Now – Developing Leadership Through Sport Symposium (April 14)

AURORA - The Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA), in partnership with the CU-Boulder Center for Leadership, is excited to invite member schools to participate in the "Developing Leadership Through Sport" Symposium. This symposium is an opportunity to align athletic leadership mission with practical strategies, research-based insights and statewide collaboration. Student-athletes will leave with tangible tools they can implement immediately within their teams and school communities.

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Feb 26 • 5:52 AM EST • Sports • chsaanow.com
4 myths about women's health

Do women really need to focus on cardio? Worry about heart health? Do a yearly mammogram? Meghan Rabbitt, author of the new book The New Rules of Women's Health, sets the record straight.Find the BCRAT calculator here: https://bcrisktool.cancer.gov/Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Feb 26 • 3:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Science for Living: Can using AI risk prediction in breast cancer screening improve early detection?

Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are studying how an AI-based risk assessment tool could improve early breast cancer detection.

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Feb 26 • 12:13 AM EST • Science • umassmed.edu
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Mesa County's new public health tool is designed to better track disease outbreak data

The online system allows child care centers to report information, gathering data faster

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Feb 25 • 11:00 PM EST • Health • cpr.org
Bridging the Gap: Digital Health, Global Surgery and Youth Leadership

This webinar aims to strengthen youth understanding of theDigital Determinants of Health (DDoH) and their intersection with global surgery, while equipping participants with tools to integrate digital innovations and advocacy strategies into their own work.

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Feb 25 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • who.int
Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Buds 4 lineup has retooled sound, improved ANC and new features

In terms of design and features, Samsung's latest earbuds are closer to AirPods than ever.

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Feb 25 • 1:00 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
CVS Health put volume heavy and directionally bearish

Bearish flow noted in CVS Health (CVS) with 3,674 puts trading, or 1.5x expected. Most active are 2/27 weekly 74 puts and 2/27 weekly 73 calls, with total volume in those strikes near 2,800 contracts. The Put/Call Ratio is 1.51, while ATM IV is up nearly 2 points on the day. Earnings are expected on April 29th.Claim 50% Off TipRanks PremiumUnlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions Stay ahead of the market with the latest news and analysis and maximi

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Feb 25 • 10:15 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Adobe’s new AI video editing tool stitches clips into a first draft

A Quick Cut to get you started.

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Feb 25 • 9:00 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Cowboys free agency: Dallas’ use of tool labeled ‘pretty absurd’

It will shock you to learn the Cowboys spent the least among all NFL teams in free agency over the last half decade.

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Feb 25 • 9:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool

Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality.

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Feb 25 • 2:51 AM EST • Technology • bleepingcomputer.com
40,000-year-old signs show humans were recording information long before writing

More than 40,000 years ago, Ice Age humans were carving repeated patterns of dots, lines, and crosses into tools and small ivory figurines. A new computational study of more than 3,000 of these Paleolithic signs reveals that they were not random decorations but structured sequences with measurable complexity. Surprisingly, their information density rivals that of proto-cuneiform, the earliest known writing system that emerged around 3,000 B.C.E.

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Feb 24 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
AWS Debuts AI Vertical-Conversion Tools To Automate Live Sports Clips

AWS launches Elemental Inference tools to automate finding, clipping, adding meta data and distributing vertical video highlights from live sports events.

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Feb 24 • 2:00 PM EST • Sports • forbes.com
At HIMSS26, eClinicalWorks will introduce new AI API tool for EHRs

Its CEO says healthcare organizations must "mobilize" their electronic health record systems, using AI-enabled platforms to get tangible value from all the data they've been collecting for two decades.

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Feb 24 • 10:52 AM EST • Health • healthcareitnews.com
Anthropic touts new AI tools weeks after legal plug-in spurred market rout

Artificial intelligence lab Anthropic on Tuesday unveiled 10 new ways for business customers to plug in its technology to key areas of their work, weeks after other releases sparked an aggressive selloff of traditional software company shares.

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Feb 24 • 9:35 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
Pitch deck: Letter AI raises $40M, unveils new sales software feature

Letter AI raised $40 million four months after its Series A, underscoring investor appetite for AI tools aimed at reshaping sales.

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Feb 24 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Sound science should drive Colorado’s pesticide policy

By Paul Schlagel As a Coloradan and fourth-generation sugar beet farmer, my relationship with the land and my livelihood depend on balancing healthy soil, vibrant crops, and clean water. Achieving this balance — and providing food to my neighbors here in Longmont — requires essential tools such as scientifically researched and tested pesticides. That’s why […]

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Feb 24 • 2:15 AM EST • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
IBM stock price sinks after latest Anthropic AI update

IBM shares tumbled after Anthropic unveiled a tool aimed at business that use a decades-old programming language

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Feb 23 • 3:45 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Spring sports roundup: Pelham edges McGill-Toolen in wild walk-off fashion

Check out the highlights from high-school spring sports from this weekend.

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Feb 23 • 1:00 PM EST • Sports • al.com
Digital health tools do not always build confidence for dementia caregivers

As more care and coordination moves online, nearly half of caregivers report low confidence in their digital health literacy, with implications for their own health and burnout.

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Feb 23 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • publichealth.gmu.edu
How 3 business owners train their AI agents to be better employees

Three founders who rely mostly on AI share how they've built workflows and prompts to train their AI tools to push back and challenge their ideas.

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Feb 23 • 5:11 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Chinese scientists engineer gene-edited tomato with popcorn aroma

By silencing two genes with CRISPR/Cas9 tool, Chinese team creates a tomato with a surprisingly sweet scent.

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Feb 23 • 2:06 AM EST • Science • scmp.com
Hicks Commentary: Quality of Life Is a Smart Business Attraction Tool

This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks February 22, 2026 Quality of life matters more to businesses than it does to households. That may seem counterintuitive, but the data are unambiguous and the implications for economic development are profound.

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Feb 23 • 1:37 AM EST • Business • indianacitizen.org
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PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

IN THE SPOTLIGHT PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in the Democratic People’s Republic of KoreaThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) is making significant progress in strengthening pandemic preparedness, with dedicated support from the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC).Aligned with the WHO Global Influenza Strategy and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework Partnership Contribution High‑Level Implementation Plan III (2024–2030), the country is strengthening its capacity to prepare for and respond to influenza and other respiratory threats. In early 2025, a core team from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) participated in a two‑day virtual workshop, which included a mini‑simulation exercise. The workshop was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO headquarters and the WHO Country Office for the DPRK. Read more A REGIONAL CONSULTATION GUIDES WHO SEARO IN DEVELOPING A ROADMAP FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PREPPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCE FOR EMERGING THREATS (PRET) INITIATIVE BASED RESPIRATORY PATHOGEN PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESSInfluenza and other respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential continue to pose major public health risks globally. To strengthen regional preparedness and response, Member States of the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR) convened in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to review and provide input on the draft Roadmap and Action Framework for Broad Respiratory Pathogen Pandemic Planning (2026–2031). Supported through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) funds, the proposed roadmap aims to advance robust, integrated preparedness and response capacities for influenza and other respiratory threats across SEAR. This work is aligned with the Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative and the SEAR Strategic Roadmap on Health Security and Health System Resilience for Emergencies Read moreSRI LANKA’S USE OF ANTIVIRALS TO REDUCE THE SEASONAL INFLUENZA BURDEN Sri Lanka is strengthening its influenza response by placing greater emphasis on rapid testing, timely treatment, and integration with maternal health services. With support from WHO, the country is building a stronger evidence base on the burden of influenza and the value of vaccination, advancing a holistic approach to protect vulnerable populations and enhance pandemic preparedness. To reduce hospitalizations and deaths from seasonal influenza, Sri Lanka is taking proactive steps to expand access to rapid diagnostic testing and ensure prompt initiation of treatment. National clinical guidelines recommend the use of oseltamivir for individuals at high risk of complications, helping prevent severe illness and shorten the duration of infection. This strategy not only saves lives but also supports local pharmaceutical production, contributing to a reliable supply of antivirals for both seasonal outbreaks and future pandemics.Read moreBHUTAN BOOSTS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA READINESS WITH PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS FRAMEWORK PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTED TRAINING AND SIMULATIONSOriginally developed in 2012, the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) has long served as Bhutan’s central framework for managing influenza threats. In 2024, the plan underwent a comprehensive update to reflect evolving global and regional guidance, lessons learned from the COVID‑19 pandemic, and new capacities developed under the PIP Framework. The revised NIPPRP is now more clearly aligned with Bhutan’s broader emergency and disaster risk management structures, ensuring a coordinated, whole‑of‑government approach to pandemic response. As part of efforts to strengthen national pandemic preparedness, Bhutan conducted three national‑level training sessions followed by simulation exercises on influenza pandemic preparedness and response at five sentinel hospitals between April and May 2025, with support from the PIP Partnership Contribution (PC). These activities brought together more than 140 health professionals and key partners from across the country, with a focus on operationalizing the updated NIPPRP and enhancing readiness at key frontline facilities. Read moreSTRENGTHENING INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE: WHO BRINGS TOGETHER INFLUENZA EXPERTS FROM SOUTH-EAST ASIA AND WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONSThe World Health Organization (WHO) convened the 18th Bi‑regional Meeting of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and Influenza Surveillance for the WHO South‑East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9–11 September 2025. Hosted by the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), the meeting brought together representatives from Member States, Territories, and Areas across both regions, alongside experts from the WHO Collaborating Centres for Reference and Research on Influenza in Australia and Japan, the WHO Collaborating Centre for Studies on the Ecology of Influenza in Animals in the United States, quadripartite partners (WOAH and FAO), and other technical counterparts. The consultation provided a platform to review progress, share experiences, and outline priorities for strengthening influenza and respiratory pathogen surveillance across the two WHO regions.Read moreNETWORKS AND TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPSSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC READINES: SOUTH-EAST ASIA ADVANCES UNITY STUDIES UNDER THE PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVEThe WHO Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies initiative, also known as Unity Studies, provides a standardized, globally coordinated framework to support these efforts. Originally developed for influenza and adapted during COVID-19, Unity Studies enable countries to conduct rapid, nationally led investigations and studies to assess transmissibility, severity, susceptibility, and intervention effectiveness. To better prepare for future influenza pandemics, WHO has recently launched a network of sites which will be ready to conduct these investigations and studies rapidly in the event of a pandemic, or epidemic of an emerging or re-emerging respiratory pathogen. The WHO South-East Asia Region now hosts six sites of WHO GISRS Unity Studies across the five countries including Sri Lanka, strengthening regional capacity for early pandemic investigations. From 13–16 July 2025 in Colombo, the Global Public Health Summit offered an opportunity to advance this agenda. Read moreSTRENGTHENING PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS THROUGH UNITY STUDIES: REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS FROM INDIA IN WHO’S SOUTH-EAST ASIA REGION As countries continue to strengthen their pandemic preparedness through investments in resilient health systems during the interpandemic period, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS) Investigations & Studies Global Initiative, Global Initiative, commonly known as Unity Studies, remains a vital framework for respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness. These standardized epidemiological protocols enable countries to rapidly generate high‑quality data on transmissibility, infection severity, population immunity, and the effectiveness of public health interventions. To highlight how Unity Studies protocols are being adapted and applied in national settings, WHO Headquarters, together with WHO Regional Offices, including the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Office (SEARO), hosted a global webinar. The session showcased case studies from India and the United Kingdom (UK), demonstrating innovative approaches to respiratory virus surveillance and pandemic readiness. Read moreSTRENGTHENING REGIONAL INFLUENZA SURVEILLANCE AND PREPAREDNESS: WHO SEARO HOSTS HIGH-LEVEL WEBINAR AMID RISING H5 THREATS In response to the increasing detection of avian influenza A(H5) cases in humans globally and within the WHO South‑East Asia Region, the WHO Regional Office for South‑East Asia (SEARO) convened a regional webinar on 25 July 2025 to review preparedness mechanisms, strengthen surveillance pathways, and promote timely reporting of unusual respiratory events. The virtual session brought together more than 50 participants from Ministries of Health, National Influenza Centres (NICs), National IHR Focal Points (NFPs), WHO Headquarters, WHO Country Offices across the Region, and WHO Collaborating Centres (CCs) for influenza. The webinar provided an opportunity to share situational updates, discuss surveillance gaps, and reinforce coordination mechanisms critical for early detection and rapid response to avian influenza threats. Read moreOther Key PIP Updates (July-December 2025)MEMBER STATES:Bangladesh drafted and conducted a series of Core Group Meetings in 2025 to review and update the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan for Respiratory Pathogens. In addition, the country carried out Rapid Response Team (RRT) trainings on seasonal and avian influenza and other re‑emerging infectious diseases. Bangladesh also updated its epidemiological data‑training programme for physicians at sentinel surveillance sites, using a revised epidemiological data‑collection tool.Bhutan revised and updated its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NIPPRP) in 2025 and developed a national Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for influenza outbreak management. DPR Korea conducted a nationwide simulation exercise in July 2025 to support the update of its National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (2019). This followed a PRET‑based virtual orientation and mini‑simulation exercise held in May 2025 by SEARO and the WHO PRET Secretariat. The comprehensive exercise, conducted across central and provincial levels, assessed strengths and gaps in pandemic influenza preparedness and response. The feedback gathered has been incorporated into the revised draft plan to address identified weaknesses and strengthen overall readiness.India conducted a targeted nationwide online re‑orientation training on review and updates to the influenza portal for all State Surveillance Officers (SSOs) and relevant officials using the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP). The training emphasized correct marking and reporting of influenza samples as “unsubtypable” or “not subtyped” where applicable, to ensure accurate national surveillance.Maldives conducted simulation exercises in three atolls based on its existing National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP). The country plans to conduct similar exercises in three additional atolls after updating the NPPRP in 2026. In addition, Maldives conducted training on FluID and FluMart as part of a broader data‑management training package for Ministry of Health and Health Protection Agency officials, aimed at improving routine reporting to WHO platforms and the DHIS2 system.In Myanmar, technical support was provided to the National Influenza Centre (NIC) through dedicated human‑resource support (January–December 2025) to sustain data management and laboratory detection capacity for influenza and other emerging and re‑emerging respiratory viruses. This support also included strengthening genomic sequencing capacity.Nepal conducted a consultative workshop on the National Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (NPPRP) in July 2025. The workshop engaged key stakeholders from multiple sectors to review lessons from past pandemic responses, assess current mechanisms, and gather critical inputs for strengthening national preparedness. Key recommendations included revising the 2019 NPPRP and developing an updated Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan aligned with emerging risks, national priorities, and relevant international frameworks. Nepal also held a two day workshop dedicated to advancing the National Action Plan for Genomic Surveillance, aimed at reinforcing the country’s capacities for early detection and monitoring of emerging respiratory pathogens.Sri Lanka received the final report from WHO on the feasibility assessment for conducting an Influenza Burden of Disease (BoD) study in the country. The assessment, conducted from 28 April to 9 May 2025, included a desk review of existing data sources, document review, visits to sentinel surveillance sites, and key informant interviews. The study identified critical data sources required for a future BoD assessment, as well as their availability and quality. Officials from the Epidemiology Unit, the National Influenza Centre (NIC), and SARI/ILI sentinel hospitals across the country participated in the assessment.Timor Leste conducted on‑the‑job training and monitoring activities at two sentinel surveillance sites to strengthen surveillance and laboratory capacity for the detection of SARI, ILI, ARI, and other respiratory infections. REGIONAL OFFICE:SEARO conducted a Member States Consultation on the first draft of the Regional Roadmap and Strategic Action Framework for implementing WHO’s PRET‑based broad respiratory pathogen pandemic planning for 2026–2031. The consultation took place on 29–30 October 2025 during the final two days of the Regional PIP PC Annual Review and PRET Meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Participants included representatives from Member States, WHO Country Offices, WHO SEARO, WHO Headquarters, partner agencies, and invited multidisciplinary technical experts. They reviewed the draft and provided detailed feedback, which has since been incorporated into a revised version. The consultation helped shape a shared regional vision for robust, PRET‑aligned pandemic preparedness, building on country‑level progress, addressing existing gaps and challenges, and aligning with global and regional health security frameworks. The publication is planned for release during the SEAR regional committee in 2026.SEARO documented the evolution of the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Planning process in the Region, tracing its development from its origins as a planning tool for responding to avian influenza outbreaks in 2006, through the experiences of the 2009 and 2019 pandemics, to the current status. The document outlines the way forward for respiratory pathogen pandemic planning across all 10 SEAR countries, aligning future national plans with WHO’s PRET Framework for broad respiratory pathogen pandemic preparedness.The Infectious Hazard Management (IHM) Unit has drafted the WHO South‑East Asia Regional Guidance on Influenza Prevention and Control, aligned with the Global Influenza Strategy and other regional initiatives. The draft is currently under review. Although this technical product was developed in response to a request from the Ministry of Public Health of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (MoPH‑DPRK), SEARO is finalizing it for use not only in DPRK but also across all Member States in the Region.The Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit, in collaboration with WHE/SEARO, completed a regional landscape analysis on key barriers, challenges, and opportunities for the introduction of seasonal influenza vaccination in WHO South‑East Asia Regional (SEAR) countries.Additionally, the Immunization and Vaccine Development (IVD) Unit has completed a regional landscape analysis of influenza vaccine procurement systems across the WHO South‑East Asia Region (SEAR).KEY MEETINGS AND PUBLICATIONSMEETINGS:Six-month progress review of the implementation of the PIP-PC workplans in SEAR, focusing on Outputs 1 and 2 for the period January to June 2025, and held virtually across three sessions on 4, 8, and 10 July 2025. Read moreAnnual Regional Meeting (Hybrid) on Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) and WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Implementation in SEAR in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 27 to 30 October 2025. Read more18th Bi-regional Meeting (Virtual) of National Influenza Centres (NICs) and influenza surveillance in WHO South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions from 9 to 11 September 2025. Read morePUBLICATIONSImplications of influenza A virus surveillance in Southeast Asian Region countries: a scoping review of approaches for the surveillance of swine influenza viruses at human-swine interfaces. Read moreAnnual South-East Asia regional meeting on operational planning for implementation of global influenza strategy and preparedness for respiratory viruses in 2025 Report on annual review meeting of implementation of pandemic influenza preparedness (PIP) partnership Contribution (PC) Fund in South-East Asia Region and the simulation exercise on PRET Status of influenza in who south-East Asia Region

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Tulsa Women's Expo celebrates 41 years of supporting business owners and creators

Now in its 41st year, the long-running show continues to spotlight female entrepreneurs, artists, authors and chefs from across the community. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Matchday 1: New York City vs LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park

New York City FC begin their 2026 season with a Justin Haak reunion and a tough test in primetime against a retooled LA Galaxy.

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Scientists Suggest That Igniting Oil Spills to Create Fire Tornadoes Might Actually Be Good for the Oceans

A bold new experiment probed whether controlled fire tornadoes could be an effective tool for cleaning up oil spills.

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I'm a founder using $20-a-month AI tools instead of hiring employees

A solo founder used AI to vibe code her website, cut 60-minute tasks to one-minute, and scale her coaching business without hiring employees.

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Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

President responds to Supreme Court ruling by announcing an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority and warned that more drastic measures could follow.

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How quantum science is moving from lab to hospital

Greg Engel and Julian Solway are leading the new UChicago Berggren Center to bring quantum tools into the clinic. In a Q&A, they explain what that means for patients

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GE HealthCare, BARDA expand work on AI ultrasound tools

GE HealthCare is expanding a federal contract to develop AI-powered ultrasound tools designed to help even inexperienced medics diagnose injuries during mass casualty events — adding $35 million to the effort to speed emergency care in disasters.

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EVAH: generating evidence for AI in health | News

The joint Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH) initiative will fund locally led evaluations to ensure AI tools for health are effective in low- and middle-income countries.

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Google Chrome Gets Built-In Split View and PDF Annotations

Google has added three new features to the Chrome desktop browser, including split view for multitasking, PDF annotations, and a Save to Google Drive option. Split view for Chrome is a built-in tool that supports using two tabs at the same time side-by-side. Google says that it provides a more streamlined, flexible way to work. There is a split view icon in Chrome that can be clicked to enter the new view.

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Youth and AI: Use context matters, but report finds 'red flag' for mental health support

New reports show youth experiences with AI vary widely amid opportunities to make these tools safer and more helpful for those seeking mental health support.

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The Advanced Leadership Institute and Carnegie Mellon University Continue Advancing the Future of Business with the Launch the 2026 National Executive Leadership Academy

The Advanced Leadership Institute (TALI), in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business (CMU), announces the launch of the 2026 National Executive Leadership Academy (NELA), TALI's flagship, cohort-based program designed to position Black senior leaders and their allies for executive advancement. The program convenes accomplished leaders from across the country and equips them with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to accelerate organizational impact.

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Spike in AI-driven social engineering attacks requires health industry collaboration

In 2025, artificial intelligence tools helped improve cybersecurity success rates. Now, information sharing that mitigates legal risk must be prioritized to further improve that protection, says an H-ISAC leader.

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Microsoft Copilot Chat error sees confidential emails exposed to AI tool

The company says it has addressed the issue and it "did not provide anyone access to information they weren't already authorised to see".

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This new Windows 11 taskbar tool lets you test your internet speed in seconds - how to try it

This new taskbar button lets you measure the speed of your internet connection.

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Slash Software Costs: Upgrade Your Business Toolkit With Microsoft Office 2021

Get lifetime access to essential productivity apps for just $34.97.

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United States Gift Card Business and Investment Report 2026: A 320+ Billion Market by 2030 Featuring Walmart, Amazon, Costco, Home Depot, Target, Apple, CVS, Sycamore Partners, Kroger, Publix

The US gift card market offers opportunities in four main areas: repositioning gift cards as ecosystem instruments to enhance brand loyalty, embedding them in apps for seamless transactions, using them as controlled corporate spending tools, and bolstering fraud controls. Focus on digital transformation and integration into payment ecosystems is key. U.S. Gift Card Market U.S. Gift Card Market Dublin, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "United States Gift Card Business and Investment Opportun

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Creating and Communicating a Winning Value Proposition for Public Health

Explore our new toolkit, developed for leaders who want to communicate the impact and value of their public health work to stakeholders.

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The Future Of Business To Business Banking: Fintech 50 2026

These fintech startups help businesses manage money with cards, lending and expense tools that simplify cash flow and cut back-office work without banks.

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O'Toole 'grateful' for chance to play loose-head

Prop Tom O'Toole says he wants to take the opportunity to play loose-head for Ireland "with both hands".

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Trump says his administration should pay him billions of dollars : The NPR Politics Podcast

President Trump has filed legal claims against the U.S. government and says he should be paid billions of dollars in damages. We discuss the significance of these claims and how Trump uses lawsuits as political tools. This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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What AI Means for Software Builders—and Software Business Models

The impact of AI on software is showing up both on the engineering side and in the economics of the industry. Tools that automate coding are altering productivity assumptions, while AI-driven workflows are challenging how providers price and package their products. We asked Deep Research to ...

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Vanderbilt Health remembers C. Leon Partain, former chair of Radiology

Clarence Leon Partain, MD, PhD, professor emeritus of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, whose work in nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging helped shape the field of academic radiology, died Jan. 28 in Brentwood, Tennessee. He was 85. After beginning his career as a nuclear engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and as faculty at the University of Missouri and the University of North Carolina, Dr. Partain joined the ranks at Vanderbilt Radiology in 1980 and was promoted to professor in 1984. He later became the first Carol D. and Henry P. Pendergrass Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences and chair of the department (1992-2000), and subsequently the director of the Center for Imaging Research. Shortly after arriving in Nashville, Dr. Partain began to lead Vanderbilt Radiology’s nuclear medicine division. He remained in this role until he was named the department chair. Dr. Partain specialized in multiple fields, including nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography. Following his time as chair, Dr. Partain shifted his focus to research and spent time working clinically with radiology’s chest imaging section. In 2015, he retired and was honored for his years of service and named as emeritus faculty. Dr. Partain also held an appointment as professor of Biomedical Engineering. A Tennessee native, Dr. Partain was born in Memphis and later graduated from high school in Clarksville. He then received his BS in nuclear engineering from the University of Tennessee, his MS and PhD in nuclear engineering from Purdue University and his MD from Washington University. He completed his residency training in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Partain was clinically trained and certified in diagnostic radiology and nuclear radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) and the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Partain contributed to the growth of Vanderbilt Radiology and received many academic and research accolades across the specialty through various associations. During his time leading the department, clinical studies increased from 180,000 to 260,000 cases per year, emerging technological imaging equipment expanded the department’s capabilities, and units for angiography and fluoroscopy were added to the tool kit. The department also expanded its footprint with outpatient imaging in Nashville, Bedford County and more. Research continued to expand with continued growth in scientific findings and millions in grant funding for radiopharmaceuticals, functional MRI, nuclear medicine, X-ray, ultrasound and more. Dr. Partain is celebrated for being instrumental in bringing the first MRI and PET/CT machines to the Medical Center. His efforts helped build Vanderbilt Radiology’s prestige in the world of academics and research both nationally and internationally. His society affiliations included the American College of Radiology, the American College of Nuclear Medicine, and the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM). He served as president of the Radiological Research Alliance of the Association of Academic Radiologists and has held executive roles as a member of many radiological society boards. Dr. Partain was editor-in-chief of the Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging from 2000 to 2013 and a member of the editorial boards of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, the American Journal of Roentgenology, Academic Radiology, the Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Investigative Radiology. He has authored/co-authored/edited six textbooks, including one of the first comprehensive textbooks on MRI, “Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Imaging.” Dr. Partain has also authored/co-authored/edited approximately 100-plus book chapters and 200-plus journal articles. In 2000, Dr. Partain received the Distinguished Service Award from the ABR. In 2014, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the ISMRM. In 2016, he received the Alumni Achievement Award from Washington University for his “contributions to advance the fields of nuclear medicine and medical imaging.” Dr. Partain served the ABR as an examiner for 20 years, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education as a member of the Nuclear Medicine Residency Review Committee, and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in multiple capacities. A devout Baptist deacon and man of committed faith, he is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judy; children, David (Rebecca), Teri (Bland), and Amy; brother, Larry (Deb); brother-in-law, Tom (Cathy); grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon), Amy, Luke, Tucker, Alex, Ryan and Jake; cousins and a host of nieces and nephews. Vanderbilt Health is grateful to Dr. Partain for his decades of service and major contributions to clinical and research imaging.

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Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11

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Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards

Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. Berkeley Lab is a multiprogram national laboratory managed by the University of California for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. DOE’s Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, please visit energy.gov/science.

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Google Home's latest update brings long-requested automation tweaks and more

Google Home is getting a new update with several tweaks for automations, including new pre-defined actions, feedback tool, and more.

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Breakthrough CRISPR system could reverse antibiotic resistance crisis

Antibiotic resistance is racing toward a global crisis, with “superbugs” projected to cause over 10 million deaths annually by 2050. Now, scientists at UC San Diego have unveiled a powerful new CRISPR-based tool that doesn’t just fight resistant bacteria—it can actively strip away their drug resistance. Inspired by gene drives used in insects, the technology spreads a genetic “fix” through bacterial populations, even inside stubborn biofilms that shield microbes from antibiotics.

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Prince William Says You Have to 'Learn to Love and Understand Yourself' as He Discusses His Own Mental Health 'Tools'

During a surprise appearance on BBC Radio 1 on Feb. 18, Prince William discussed tacking mental health challenges and, in particular, male suicide.

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Why Slack is my favorite tool for keeping teams on track

Discover why the Slack Pro plan is the best affordable tool for startups to manage chaos and keep growing teams on the same page.

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Advanced Audio option spotted in One UI 8.5 Connected Devices – Here’s how it works

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 is currently in public beta testing, and the company is expected to release the stable version with the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The update brings several new features, and now another useful tool has been spotted in the Connected Devices section of Settings. Advanced Audio feature has been spotted by a […]

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