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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced ‘New Game+’ update launches October 27
The final major content update for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, which adds New Game+ and other features, will launch on October 27 at 7:00 a.m. PT / 10:00 a.m. ET, publisher Ubisoft …
Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of the Screen Cracking
The iPhone Duo, one of Apple Inc.’s biggest new products in years, is drawing a growing number of complaints from customers who say the foldable display cracked after just hours or days of use.
Manchester United Make Leipzig Captain David Raum A Top Target
The Red Devils are eyeing a cut-price move for the German international, leveraging a delicate contract standoff to bolster their backline against competition from Juventus and Barcelona.
Sanford Health says it will end contract with Wellmark insurance
Sanford has signaled its intent to end its contract with Wellmark. If contract negotiations fail, around 130,000 patients in South Dakota and northwest Iowa could be affected. Sanford's Nick Olson explains the move.
‘Star Trek’ actor Walter Koenig dies: Reports
Walter Koenig, well-known for his role as Chekov throughout the “Star Trek” franchise, has died, according to reports. He was 90.
Referee Defends Controversial Decision After Badé Head Injury
Robert Hartmann justifies his choice to ignore a severe collision that left Loïc Badé unconscious, sparking fierce debate over official protocols versus player safety during Leverkusen's defeat.
Humans Accidentally Canceled the Next Ice Age, Scientists Say
This finding underscores the incredible, planet-altering power of greenhouse gas emissions.
Win Against Crystal Palace Lifts Newcastle Into The Top Eight
Matthias Jaissle’s men silenced critics at Selhurst Park, securing a vital clean sheet and two clinical goals to snap their away-day hoodoo and ignite European ambitions.
Rewriting the rules for men’s mental health
Talkspace reports that men often face pressure from societal norms to suppress emotions, leading to high rates of untreated mental health issues.
The science of being scared: What happens to your brain, body when fear strikes?
Screams, chainsaws and terrifying characters are all part of the experience at Halloween haunted attractions, but what actually happens inside our bodies when we get scared? Sister station KETV’s reporter Connor Schmidt put that question to the
Greenfield Community College secures grants for new healthcare programs
Greenfield Community College has secured multiple grants to expand its healthcare training programs, including a new behavioral health apprenticeship and support for nursing assistant, phlebotomy, and midwife certifications.
Jon Batiste shares health update on wife's cancer battle with sweet selfie
Jon Batiste – whose wife, Suleika Jaouad, is battling cancer – shared new photos of the couple on social media amid Jaouad's treatment.
Texas Athletics and McCombs’ Business of Sports Institute Launch Bevo Lab for Sports AI and Analytics
University of Texas Athletics and the Business of Sports Institute (BOSI) in the McCombs School of Business, in cooperation with Longhorn Sports Properties, have launched Bevo Lab, a platform that...
Dallas sports anchor lands new TV gig after hometown stint
The move comes weeks after another sports anchor left the Austin newsroom.
Eric Bauza, modern voice of Looney Tunes characters, dies at 46
Eric Bauza, the award-winning voice actor whose performances of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and many more characters made him the modern voice of Looney Tunes, has died. He was 46.
Midday Fix: Spooky Science Experiments
Tannah Wieneke, Griffin MSI Education Coordinator Amy Novak, Griffin MSI Education Coordinator Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 Come do sea…
Key Israeli health committee faces tough choices as funding increase stays flat for fourth year
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Engelhaupt to explore science’s strangest questions at UWG
If you’ve ever found yourself captivated by a bizarre fact, an unsettling mystery or a question too strange not to ask, mark your calendar for Oct. 28.
‘Miami Vice ’85’ set allegedly menaced by man brandishing a butcher knife
‘Miami Vice ‘85’ filming took a menacing turn on Oct. 23, when a man allegedly brandished a knife on the Brooklyn set of the Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler film. The man has since been arrested and charged.
Homedics parent company cuts 34 jobs in Oakland County
An Oakland County wellness company is laying off 34 employees, citing financial troubles.
Announcers Revealed for Steelers-Browns Game
CBS revealed that Kevin Harlan (play-by-play), Trent Green (color) and Melanie Collins (sideline) will be on the call for the […]
Mike Tomlin defends Dan Campbell’s controversial fourth-down decision
Facing fourth-and-one from their own 23-yard line with under five minutes left in a tie game, Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions did what they do best. They stayed aggressive. Unfortunately, star running back Jahmyr Gibbs was bottled up in the backfield, and the Lions turned the ball over on downs, giving their NFC North…
As Halloweekend kicks off the holidays, the first thing a good party host should do is read this
(CNN) — Party-hosting vets and newbies, the high season is officially here: This Halloweekend kicks off the most wonderful time of the year, with many other holidays and festivities to
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker: we’re watching these retailers
🎮 Nintendo will release a Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller on October 29 💰 It costs $99.99, the same as other limited editions 📅 A restock could occur on launch day at Walmart and Best Buy 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert when stock appears Walmart: Zelda Pro Controller Best Buy: Zelda Pro Controller Amazon: Zelda Pro Controller Target: Zelda Pro Controller GameStop: Zelda Pro Controller Nintendo is releasing a special limited edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series. It releases on October 29, 2026, which is when we expect to see a long-awaited restock of the hard-to-find controller. 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 The Switch 2 Pro Controller features the same striking gold and royal emerald color scheme of the Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition, and also includes a fun little easter egg on the back: an 8-Bit Link. 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe This is the same Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller we’re used to, aside from the intricate design, but it means you’ll have to pay more as a result. It costs $99.99 instead of the standard $89.99. However, the Pro Controller is the easiest way to play the best Switch 2 games in TV mode. If you’ve been searching for a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock, here’s everything you need to know. Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller should restock at these retailers We’ve seen retailers such as Walmart and Best Buy restock items on release day, even when pre-orders have sold out. It’s likely that the Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller will be up for grabs on October 29, 2026, when the controller and console launches. Demand will be high, and stock could sell out fast. However, we’ll be keeping a close eye on every major retailer, including Target, Amazon, GameStop, and the Nintendo Store and will alert our followers as soon as stock goes live. Why you can trust our Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker We’ve already helped over 400,000 people buy a PS5 when it was in and out of stock during Covid, and we’ve helped our subscribers continue to secure hard-to-find items. The Shortcut followers were some of the first to secure the Switch 2 when it went on sale, and we’ve also helped countless others snag limited edition consoles like the PS5 30th anniversary edition. The Shortcut and Matt Swider on X offer exclusive Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock updates with up-to-the-second US store inventory checks at the biggest retailers. You’ll receive an instant notification on X (if set to on) as soon as new stock arrives. Up next: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review roundup: ‘a strong return to form’ Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Critical 'HTTP2Shell' Brotli vulnerability triggers emergency patches
A critical flaw dubbed 'HTTP2Shell' in Brotli, the C decoder library built into Node.js, could allow attackers to corrupt memory and access sensitive data.
Follow the science
By Robert Royal Surveys of young people show that many lose their faith because they believe science has refuted religion. Among many other factors, this error is a major challenge for the Church, one that does not receive nearly the…
Sophia Bush set pages of her memoir on fire during the writing process
Sophia Bush opens up to EW about how she decided what to include in her new book — and anticipating the online discourse.
EQS Group receives validation of its climate targets by the Science Based Targets initiative
EQS Group, a global leader in agentic AI SaaS for compliance, today announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has successfully validated EQS Group's near-term and net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.
After the Earthquakes, Venezuela Faces a Longer Health Emergency
Four months after two powerful earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, aid workers say the country is confronting a deepening health crisis. Chronic illness, disrupted medical care, and psycholo…
Reproductive health and cystic fibrosis: New guidance offers options and hope
For much of the history of cystic fibrosis (CF) care, reproductive health was not a major part of the conversation. Fertility challenges were the norm for men and women with this genetic disorder, and ...
Connected science: solve disconnected lab data with integrated workflows
Starting at 3pm GMT (11am EST)Today, many laboratories have a data connection problem - with separate instruments, systems and spreadsheets that hinder progress.
Innova Vita Entertainment launches awards ceremony honoring Indianapolis community leaders
Innova Vita Entertainment launches in Indianapolis to celebrate community leaders and pioneers through meaningful awards ceremonies.
Laurel Field
Biological science doctoral student Laurel Field is studying the effects of climate change on coral reefs through research supported by $400,000 in grant
Judge: Maurene Comey was illegally fired from Justice Department
A federal judge on Monday found the Justice Department’s firing of Maurene Comey, a former federal prosecutor who presided over several high-profile cases including those of Jeffrey Epstein and Sean “Diddy” Combs, was unconstitutional.
Iowa’s Rural Mainstreet Index, farm prices increase in October
Iowa’s Rural Mainstreet Index increased to 47.6 in October from 44.6 in September, according to the monthly survey of rural bank CEOs. The state’s farm and ranchland price index increased to 55.4 from 50 in September. The Rural Mainstreet Index covers 10 regional states and rural communities and provides the most current analysis of the…
David's Bridal Plans to Separate Its $350 Million Business. It Doesn’t Sell Wedding Dresses
The entity could soon become a publicly traded company. An expert says it represents a space that large retailers are continuing to invest in.
HKSTP Partners with Leading Science and Technology Company Merck to Open a New Chapter in I&T Collaboration
EQS Newswire / 26/10/2026 / 17:15 CET/CEST New Merck Hong Kong Centre to Connect Global Expertise with Local Innovators and Accelerate R&D Commercialisation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Merck, a leading…
Hilaria Baldwin reflects on becoming the ‘villain’ of ‘DWTS’
Former ‘Dancing With the Stars’ contestant Hilaria Baldwin says she ‘became the villain’ of season 34 because of her past ballroom experience.
Anthropic flags 'increasingly restrictive AI regulation' as a business risk
Anthropic says "increasingly restrictive AI regulation" could threaten its business.
Spooky Science Carnival Ticket Giveaway
Win a Family (4) Four Pack of Tickets to the Spooky Science Carnival at the Science Spectrum. This “spooky, not scary event” will be held on Friday, October 30th, from 5:00pm-9:00pm all throughout the museum. This event is perfect for those looking for a safe Halloween alternative and a fun, educational party all rolled into one!
Is Anton Bonke Already Falling Out of Michigan State's Rotation?
After a sudden benching and dwindling minutes in exhibition play, the 7-foot-2 transfer faces an uncertain future as Tom Izzo reshuffles the Spartans’ frontcourt before tip-off.
Mid-Columbia Ballet prepares for 50th anniversary of "The Nutcracker"
RICHLAND, WA. — For 50 years, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has brought the holiday classic The Nutcracker to audiences in the Tri-Cities. This year, the organization is celebrating that milestone with 144 dancers, new costumes and months of preparation to bring the beloved production to life. The annual performance is a major undertaking for the dancers, instructors and volunteers who work behind the scenes to make the show possible. Rehearsals span 13 weeks, with dancers practicing four days a week for multiple hours at a time.This year’s production will feature new costumes for the Waltz of the Flowers, including a sequence with as many as 25 dancers on stage at once. The show also brings together performers across generations, including adults who have been part of the production for more than 20 years. For Artistic Director Debra Rogo, the preparation begins long before the curtains open.Rogo has been involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet for 40 years and says planning for The Nutcracker takes place throughout the year. While organizing a production of this size requires significant time and effort, she says watching young dancers grow and develop a passion for ballet makes it all worthwhile. “It’s why I do this,” Rogo said. “It is overwhelming ina good way. To be able to share into their lives and watch them develop a love of this art form and the hard work … it makes me very proud.”Rogo’s decades of involvement reflect the lasting impact the production has had on the local dance community. For many performers, The Nutcracker is more than a seasonal performance. It is an opportunity to build skills, create relationships and become part of a tradition that continues year after year.While the dancers spend weeks rehearsing their routines, a large team of volunteers works behind the scenes to support the production.More than 100 volunteers are involved this year, helping make the performance possible. Their contributions reflect the range of people who come together to support the arts in the Tri-Cities.Randy Haven, a longtime volunteer, says the sense of community is one of the things that makes the experience so special.“The people that you hear volunteering, it’s incredible,” Haven said. He described seeing people from different backgrounds working together backstage, from employees at Hanford to parents raising large families.Haven says that shared commitment creates a family-like atmosphere among the people involved in the production. For Rebecca and Torrie, the Mid-Columbia Ballet has been part of their lives since childhood. Both began dancing with the organization at age seven and have since returned as teachers, helping introduce the next generation to the art form.Their connection to the ballet has continued into their adult lives, creating an opportunity to share their love of dance with younger performers.Torrie now has three daughters performing in The Nutcracker, giving her the chance to watch them experience a tradition that was also part of her own childhood.Being able to see her daughters participate in the production has made the experience especially meaningful, she said.Although audiences can see productions of The Nutcracker in major cities such as New York and Seattle, those involved with the Mid-Columbia Ballet say the local performance offers something distinctive.The community atmosphere allows audiences to experience the production while supporting local performers and the people who dedicate their time to the arts.Rebecca says experiencing a live performance alongside other people is particularly meaningful in a world where so much time is spent looking at screens.She believes live art gives people an opportunity to connect with one another through a shared experience.The ballet’s production also gives local dancers the chance to perform for their community while continuing a tradition that has been part of the Tri-Cities for five decades. When to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in RichlandThe Mid-Columbia Ballet will present its 50th-anniversary production of The Nutcracker Dec. 10 through Dec. 13 in Richland.Tickets go on sale Nov. 1. Audiences can look forward to seeing 144 dancers, new costumes and the work of more than 100 volunteers come together for the holiday production.COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
The reasons for the closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences do not withstand scrutiny. Here’s what to do.
What is lost when a natural history museum closes? Drexel’s announcement treated the museum as separable from the Academy’s scientific mission. It is not, writes Daniel Lewis.
Florida science standards under the microscope
The state standards for science education are undergoing a rewrite. Florida’s current Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science were adopted by t ...
Nintendo details Zelda: Ocarina of Time midnight launch events at Nintendo NY and SF
We’re only two weeks away from the release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s remake, so Nintendo is getting people ready by detailing what steps
PAHO and Special Olympics International sign framework agreement to advance inclusive health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Washington, D.C., 26 October 2026 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and Special Olympics International (SOI) have signed a Framework Agreement to strengthen cooperation on health systems that are inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across the Region of the Americas.
Eric Bauza, voice of beloved Looney Tunes characters, dies at 46
Eric Bauza attends the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on Sept. 6, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Scott Kirkland/FXX via Getty Images)
UMHB announces $2 million challenge grant for science lab facility
BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) – The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) has announced that a generous donor who wants to remain anonymous has offered a $2 million challenge grant to support the …
Stripes of the Week: Week 8 at Auburn
Several LSU players had performances worthy of stripes, but with only three picks each, only six can earn honors this week.
EMT training program opens new path to healthcare careers
MSU Denver, Denver Health partnership makes it easier to turn emergency medical training into college credit
State-of-the-art Bronchoscopy Laboratory will transform pulmonary care for Vanderbilt Health patients
A new 7,800-square-foot Bronchoscopy Laboratory — one of the most advanced in the country — opened Oct. 26 at Vanderbilt Health.
Classic Rock Orchestra Will Present Anthems Of ‘70s, '80s
Nineteen musicians from the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra will join singer and multi-instrumentalist Joe Boucher and Classic Rock Orchestra on stage for “Anthems of the ’70s and ’80s” on Thursday, November
Access Health CT Hosting Nine In-Person Enrollment Fairs Through November
Additional fairs will be announced for December and January, according to Access. All help is free.
Lions fan carries game ball from Green Bay to Detroit in support of families affected by cancer
Penn State Health reports measles exposure at Lancaster Medical Center
Penn State Health is warning individuals who visited the emergency department at Lancaster Medical Center Oct. 18 and 19 of a possible measles exposure.
Following NASA Grant, TCU Researcher Explains Planetary Defense
Rhiannon Mayne, Oscar and Juanita Monnig Endowed Chair of Meteoritics and Planetary Science at Texas Christian University, was recently awarded a $3.6 million grant from NASA that will use West Texas’
Salesforce vs. International Business Machines: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Salesforce trades at a lower forward multiple, while IBM offers cheaper valuation on sales, but their balance sheets tell starkly different stories.
Shake-ups and layoffs reveal a culture clash inside Netflix
LOS ANGELES -- As Netflix grapples with fallout from historic layoffs and upheaval in its senior executive ranks, the streaming giant is facing mounting scrutiny from investors about its growth
Burke brings practical experience, not politics
Dear Editor, Gwen Burke is an experienced business manager; environmental engineer; a teacher of physics, chemistry and math; a parent; community leader; a long-time Carmel resident; and an...
Burke brings practical experience, not politics
Dear Editor, Gwen Burke is an experienced business manager; environmental engineer; a teacher of physics, chemistry and math; a parent; community leader; a long-time Carmel resident; and an...
Intel Core Ultra 4000 Nova Lake-S leak: 28-core CPU beats Core Ultra 9 285K in single-thread test
Early Nova Lake-S benchmark results suggest improved single-thread performance over Arrow Lake. However, the 28-core sample still trails Core Ultra 9 285K in the overall CPU Mark test.
Microsoft releases emergency .NET patches for critical Brotli flaw
Microsoft released emergency .NET security updates to patch a critical vulnerability known as Broccoli2Shell, also tracked as Node2Shell and HTTP2Shell.
Rockies Should Target World Series-Winning Lefty in Free Agency
The Colorado Rockies desperately need better pitchers, and they should pursue a left-handed veteran who knows what it takes to win a title.
Bon Secours Mercy Health to acquire majority stake in Surgery Partners in $5.7B deal
Bon Secours Mercy Health is acquiring a majority share in healthcare services company Surgery Partners in a take-private deal valuing the acquiree at $5.7 billion, the organizations announced Monda | The pending deal values the short-stay surgical platform at $5.7 billion, and is the latest example of large health systems' push to build out their ambulatory networks.
Who's In Charge? The Faces Of Serbia's Student-Backed Political Movement
The Students' List, a political grouping of 250 representatives that just won Serbia’s parliamentary elections, has deliberately avoided having a clear leader. While it remains uncertain who Serbia’s prime minister will be, here are some of the high-profile Serbians representing the movement.
Ken Paxton’s State-Funded Jet-Setting Draws Campaign Scrutiny
Mr. Paxton, the Republican candidate for Senate in Texas, has taken about 350 trips outside of the state since he was sworn in as attorney general.
Microsoft is offering buyouts. Read the memo.
Around 60,000 employees will be eligible and the terms of the buyout will resemble Microsoft's standard severance offer.
Christian County Health Department Seeks Tobacco Enforcement Volunteers
The Christian County Health Department is looking for more volunteers to assist with their tobacco enforcement efforts. The agency works with law enforcement to ensure local businesses that sell tobacco products ask customers to show their ID when needed. Speaking on the WTIM Morning Show, […]
Owners of Elvis Presley’s music sue Anthropic over un-permissioned AI use
The owners of Elvis Presley’s music are suing Anthropic for using the rock icon’s songs without permission to train AI models. Much has been made of the theft component inherent
HHS Finalizes HTI-5 Deregulatory Rule to Encourage Innovation and Reduce Health IT Certification Program Compliance Costs
HHS released the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Prosperity (HTI-5) Final Rule.
A new Antarctic science season begins for 2026/27
From investigations with cutting-edge technologies, to building on decades of data collection – this season’s science will help us understand how this frozen landscape is changing.
Perot Museum plans major expansion to bring science education outdoors in Dallas
The four-acre expansion will transform an existing parking lot next to the museum into an outdoor space.
Protecting Life Sciences Trade Secrets: From Development to the AI Era
For life sciences companies, some of their most valuable information may exist outside the protections afforded by patents and other intellectual property rights. From product development and clinical data to manufacturing processes, customer information, pricing strategies, and competitive intelligence, protecting sensitive information as a trade secret requires companies to identify what is truly valuable and take reasonable measures to maintain its secrecy.
📈 Monday data: The bottleneck isn’t intelligence
In the AI Investment Brief today: CapEx updates and lease commitment breakdowns Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark recently said in a speech at the IMF that the singularity has begun: For many years, researchers and science fiction authors have forecast a future in which AI systems drastically increase the pace of overall scientific and technical progress, making things move so quickly that it is hard for humans to keep up. They call this the singularity. I believe that this year we have gained convincing evidence that it has now begun. This follows Anthropic’s claim that in August, 26% of its AI R&D was led by Claude, with a human supervising its work. In October, OpenAI posted 719 math manuscripts1 made by its internal model. Math and coding are two fields where a research loop can close without leaving the desk. But can the loop close in the rest of science? Subscribe The loop is real The idea is not new. Mathematician Irving John Good, who had worked with Alan Turing at Bletchley Park, argued that a machine smarter than us “could design even better machines; there would then unquestionably be an ‘intelligence explosion,’ and the intelligence of man would be left far behind.” The Gödel machine, a self-improving computer that can rewrite its own code better than its prior, was first proposed in 2003. In 2025, researchers at Sakana AI and the University of British Columbia set out to show that this was possible. Their agents iteratively improved their own code through a feedback loop, resulting in gains of 30 pp on SWE-bench and more than 15 pp on Polyglot, testing coding skills beyond Python. The idea has since been tested in other labs. A Gemini-powered agent called AlphaEvolve found a faster matrix multiplication kernel used for training Gemini, speeding up the kernel by 23% and cutting Gemini’s training time by 1%. In China, MiniMax reported that its M2.7 model worked on improving its own agent’s harness, skills, sampling and memory. Over 100 rounds of rewriting led to a 30% gain, per its internal evaluations. In each case, what was being rewritten was not the model itself but everything around it. Is it better than human work? In September this year, in what seemed like a milestone, an AI-built agent proved as good at improving other AI agents as a human-built one. It did that in what appeared to be half the steps. But the result was inconclusive: the differences between runs were greater than the difference between the AI- and human-built agent results. Nonetheless, this is increasing the chatter around recursive self-improvement (RSI) in AI. Google’s Sundar Pichai said that “you have RSI loops along with AI researchers in various aspects of model development.” Sakana AI published a paper on RSI through multi-agent collaboration, finding that after two cycles its system scored 1.2–1.6x better per output token than the base model across four research benchmarks. Ramez Naam challenges that view. He splits AI self-improvement into five overlapping types. The first four describe how autonomous the AI is; so far, only types 1 and 2 have been observed. The fifth type describes accelerating returns, and he notes that greater autonomy doesn’t guarantee a takeoff scenario. Instead, each round of self-improvement would need to deliver at least as much as the last. The results from Sakana, AlphaEvolve and MiniMax above might look like type 3 or type 4 autonomy. But in each case, the AI wasn’t updating its own weights directly, only the ancillary parts — the harness, the memory. And where Claude leads its own R&D, for now a human still supervises.
Ilhan Omar joins 'polarizing and dangerous' streamer at campaign event despite Democratic backlash
Rep. Ilhan Omar is set to share the stage with Hasan Piker despite fellow Minnesota Democrats urging her to cancel the appearance before midterm elections.
Audi Builds in Georgia, and the Politics Come With It
The German luxury brand plans a $4 billion US factory to escape punishing import tariffs, but its CEO’s appearance alongside Donald Trump has turned a strategic manufacturing decision into a governance headache back home.
Apple Raises iPad and Mac Trade-In Values
Apple today updated its U.S. trade-in estimates, raising maximum values across the iPad lineup and for most Macs following today's announcement of the new iPad mini. Every iPad category has gained value, although the increases are relatively modest. The iPad mini and standard iPad both rise by $20, while the iPad Air gains $15 and the iPad Pro increases by $10.
Oklahoma reports one of the nation's lowest Medicaid payment error rates
The state Medicaid agency said in a press release that it is working to maintain this number with new fraud-prevention tools.
Youth Mental Health Action Lab: Strengthening School-Based Mental Health
Cross-agency teams from five states convened in Annapolis, Maryland, Oct. 7-8, for NGA’s second Youth Mental Health Action Lab focused on strengthening approaches to addressing the youth mental health crisis in schools.
Oct. 21: Douglas County Board of Health reviews lead prevention, WIC funding and upcoming health priorities
The Douglas County Board of Health approved its consent agenda, which included agreements with hospitals, nonprofits and government agencies, and
Joe Burrow Silences Fans Who Called Him ‘Washed’ and ‘Overrated’ as Bengals Shut Down Ravens
Fans have learned not to count out Joe Burrow too quickly. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, 29, and his team had what The Athletic described as one of their worst offensive halves in recent history against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, October 25. Burrow went 6 of 12 passing for 43 yards in the first two […]
Leland in Lights returns Nov. 21 with new displays, expanded holiday entertainment
Leland in Lights is returning to Founders Park this November with new holiday displays, live entertainment, visits with Santa and an expanded train experience.
Conte breaks silence amidst reports he could return to Juventus
Several reports have linked Antonio Conte with a return to Juventus and a possible move to Manchester United, with both clubs reportedly considering changes in the dugout. Conte continues to be associ...
Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank Stadium Name Lou DePaoli as President of Business Operations
Seasoned sports executive brings over 30 years of leadership experience, deep New England roots to Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank Stadium PAWTUCKET, R.I. (Oct. 26, 2026) – Today, Rhode […]
Jon Batiste shares health update on wife's cancer battle
Even in hard times, Jon Batiste knows he can lean on love.
Walter Koenig, 'Star Trek' actor known for Chekov, dies at 90
"Star Trek" alum Walter Koenig has died at 90 years old.
'DWTS' pro Val Chmerkovskiy appears in new video after suspension
Val Chmerkovskiy is back on the dance floor.
Lula celebrates election win as Brazil markets tumble
World leaders, except for US President Donald Trump, congratulated Brazilian incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his election win Monday, while markets plummeted following the shock result.The US p...
Scientists Tested a Toad Venom Psychedelic on Treatment-Resistant Depression. Here's What Happened.
A clinical trial shows promising results, but many questions remain.
New Twin Cities Lab Changing The Landscape Of Health
Human Powered Health is strengthening its mission to help motivated people improve their health and longevity with the opening of an expansive human performance lab. Featuring an array of physiological assessments, longevity and athletic performance services, the state-of-the-art technology and health optimization services once reserved for elite athletes are now accessible and available for everyone.
AGFA HealthCare Selected by Infirmary Health to Modernize Imaging Across Its Health System
Enterprise Imaging Cloud investment advances Infirmary Health's strategy to modernize imaging, simplify radiology workflows and create a scalable foundation for continued growth.CARLSTADT, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / October 26, 2026 / Infirmary Health has selected Enterprise Imaging Cloud (SaaS) to modernize its radiology imaging environment and establish a foundation for a broader Enterprise Imaging strategy across the health system.
Sunday Science talk to focus on aircraft safety
“Aircraft Design and Operation for Safety” is the title of the next Sunday Science talk presented by the Central Colorado Humanists at 10 a.m. Nov. 1 at A Church, 419
Business Monday: Longtime Kona sports bar rebrands under new name, Voyagers
The Kona Canoe Club, once a sports bar owned by famed LA Dodgers pitcher Don Drysdale, launched a new name and menu in September: Voyagers.
Michigan health insurance experts urge you to prepare now for open enrollment
Open enrollment for health insurance through the marketplace begins Nov. 1
Development battles, business worries and election season in Brunswick
Development projects, early voting, fatal collisions, business closings and more are pushing Brunswick County residents to the brink as October winds down.
Development battles, business worries and election season in Brunswick
Development projects, early voting, fatal collisions, business closings and more are pushing Brunswick County residents to the brink as October winds down.
Part of Antarctica named after former BBC science correspondent
A stretch of water in the west of the continent is now called the Amos Channel after the ex-BBC journalist.