What Trump Just Brought to BEIJING Could Change EVERYTHING
The president landed in the Chinese capital for a highly anticipated summit with Xi Jinping.
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How Alibaba's Profits Just COLLAPSED Despite AI BOOM
Alibaba on Wednesday said its core profitability plunged in the March quarter amid heavy investments in tech and e-commerce.
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The $650K MECHA You Can Actually BUY Is Here
Here’s how the GD01 (seen left) stacks up against Unitree’s CEO and existing humanoid robots. | Image: Unitree Unitree is already one of the most recognizable names in the humanoid robot industry, but now it's pursuing even nicher sci-fi tech: giant mech suits. The Chinese robotics company has debuted the GD01, which it describes as "the world's first production-ready manned mecha," and it can be yours for a paltry $650,000. What is it for? Well, Unitree doesn't really explain its intended fun
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The AI That Teaches ITSELF Could Change Machine Learning FOREVER
Adaption's new AutoScientist tool is designed to let models adapt to specific capabilities quickly through an automated approach to conventional fine-tuning.
How Your Fitness App Just Became an AI WELLNESS Overlord
Whether it’s giving you workout plans or summarizing your sleep, AI has hit fitness apps hard. In the race to add artificial intelligence features to everything from your music playlists to your weather app, the fitness world has also become flooded with new AI-powered services promising to take your workouts to the next level. Earlier this year, Strava launched Athlete Intelligence, which uses generative AI to create summaries of users’ activities, offering neat little roundups of things like h
The Legal TRAP Hiding in Every AI Prompt You TYPE
Executives are feeding confidential business strategy into AI every day. New court rulings suggest those prompts could become discoverable in litigation.
Why More Viewers Are CHOOSING YouTube Over EVERYTHING Else
YouTube has long been known as a place popular among younger viewers, but what happens when those people get older? For Brian Albert, the executive who represents the Google video-sharing service in its negotiations with Madison Avenue, the answer is simple: They keep watching YouTube. “The older millennials will turn 45 this year, and they […]
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The Inflation Number That Just Made Every ECONOMIST's Heart SKIP
The producer price index was expected to increase 0.5% in April, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
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Why Oil Inventories Are VANISHING at a Pace Never Seen BEFORE
The IEA's oil market report for May noted that global oil supply declined by a further 1.8 million barrels per day in April.
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The 5 CHALLENGES Facing the Fed's New Leader on DAY ONE
Wall Street and Washington will be watching to see how he reacts to political pressure and whether he can get the central bank on board with the major changes he favors.
The 'UNSEXY' AI Play Delivering 240% GAINS Right Now
Moving across market caps has kept the Chase Growth Fund agile and one step ahead of the S&P 500.
Why Gen Alpha Is Already Planning to Be YOUR Boss
It’s time to stop calling Gen Z the youngest generation in the workforce. Gen Alpha has entered the chat. Although the oldest Gen Alphas have only just hit their teen years, they are deeply financially motivated and ready to be put to work. If you happen to be living with a Gen Alpha who seems strangely fixated on earning their own money—or who is obsessed with brands and products—you know that we’re raising a generation of hustlers (even if they’re just hustling us). But new data from public re
Victoria's Secret's NEW Store Design Reveals Its FUTURE
The closest thing to the idealized mall you recall either from personal memory or from cultural lore exists on a block in the Soho neighborhood of New York City New York Magazine aptly dubbed “tween row.” On a recent spring afternoon, tween girls outfitted in cable knit cardigans, pink camis, hoodies, and lowrise jeans, chatted with each other (or their willing parents) as they popped into favorite shops: Brandy Melville, Edikted, Princess Polly. As of May 14, tween row will get a new tenant jo
The TV Industry PARTNERSHIP That Changes How Ads WORK
A+E Global Media, AMC Global Media, Fox, Hallmark Media, NBCUniversal, Paramount, Scripps Networks, TelevisaUnivision and Warner Bros. Discovery have struck a partnership with Open AP that aims to introduce a single, standardized way to connect exposure to TV commercials with business results, the latest in a broader industry push to rely more heavily on non-traditional […]
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The £5M Gift That Just Put Farage Under INVESTIGATION
Parliamentary Standards Commissioner has decided to begin an inquiry into Reform leader Nigel Farage, the BBC understands.
What Happens NEXT After the King's SPEECH
BBC Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman explains what is next for the government after the King's Speech.
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Why GUNFIRE Just Erupted Inside the Philippines SENATE
Ronald dela Rosa, accused of crimes against humanity by international criminal court, in standoff with authorities Gunshots have been fired in the Philippine senate, as a senator who is wanted by the international criminal court (ICC) remained holed up in the building to evade arrest. Ronald dela Rosa, a Philippine senator accused of crimes against humanity for his role in overseeing the former president Rodrigo Duterte’s “war on drugs”, has spent two nights in the country’s senate in a standoff
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The SELFIE NASA's Rover Just Snapped on MARS
NASA’s Mars rover captured a selfie as it nears the 1,800th day of its mission.
Why NASA Is Building NUCLEAR-Powered Spacecraft RIGHT Now
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. A plan to make drugs in orbit is going commercial A startup called Varda Space Industries is betting that the future of pharmaceuticals lies in orbit. The company has signed a…
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What the FDA Is HIDING About Vaccine Safety Has Experts ALARMED
The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say
The Cruise Ship Mystery That Has the WHO INVESTIGATING
Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor
Why This NEW Drug Makes Zepbound Look Like YESTERDAY's News
A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve
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The PILL That Could Make Ozempic Injections OBSOLETE
Ozempic is now available as a reformulated oral tablet for people with type 2 diabetes. Image courtesy of Novo Nordisk The GLP-1 medication Ozempic is now available in pill form for people with type 2 diabetes. The oral tablet is a reformulated version of the current Rybelsus pill but comes in smaller doses. Experts say the pill may be a better alternative for people who don’t want to administer weekly injections of Ozempic. A pill form of the widely prescribed GLP-1 medication Ozempic is no
The Breast Treatment That Could SLASH Your Cancer RISK
New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance
The FOOD SWAPS That Could Save Your HEART
European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets
The Invisible Office THREAT Attacking Your Skin and HAIR
A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h
Why This Couple Said 'I Do' in the ICU During HEART FAILURE
Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t
The Type of DREAM That Determines How You'll Feel ALL Day
Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning. The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking. The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions. Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle
The Hidden SYNDROME That's Multiplying Your Cancer RISK
New research indicates that cancer prevention should be part of the treatment protocol for people with CKM syndrome. Sean Locke/Stocksy Researchers say people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome have a higher risk of developing cancer. They note that the cancer risk rises as the severity of CKM syndrome increases, ranging from a 3% higher risk at stage 1 to a 30% higher risk at stage 4. Experts say people can lower their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy diet, getting regu
The WORKOUT Trick That Builds More Muscle With LESS Effort
Eccentric exercise may help build muscle strength with less strain on the body, which may benefit older individuals. DragonImages/Getty Images A lesser-known type of exercise can build strength and improve fitness while remaining accessible to less active individuals. Eccentric exercises like lowering weights or walking downhill can generate more force with less energy while supporting muscle, heart, and even brain health. Whether you’re an advanced athlete or just beginning, eccentric exerc
How She's THRIVING at 74 After an HIV Diagnosis in 1996
Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa
Why Your PHARMACIST May Soon Replace Your DOCTOR
The physician shortage is real and worsening. Trusted and accessible pharmacists can help, and looking for business model to support the investment.
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Why the Indy 500 Just SOLD OUT for the Second Year STRAIGHT
The 110th Indianapolis 500 was announced as a sellout, marking the second-straight year the Indy 500 is sold out and the third time since 2016 with 350,000 fans expected.
The 5 Veterans Who Just Got a LIFELINE From the NFL Draft
Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce won by inaction, New York Jets' Geno Smith won by addition, who are the other three players who won when the 2026 NFL Draft was over?
The REAL Reason the Chiefs Won't Play INTERNATIONALLY in 2026
The Madrid game vs. the Atlanta Falcons was the Chiefs' best chance to play abroad, but the Cincinnati Bengals will play in Spain instead.
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What Kate's COMEBACK Tour Reveals About Her RECOVERY
The Princess of Wales travels to Reggio Emilia, to learn about its approach to early years education.
Why Dolly Parton Just Shared 'a Little BAD News' With FANS
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T
The Cannes Films That Will DOMINATE 2026
Since 1946, the Festival de Cannes (aka the Cannes Film Festival) in France has been a beacon of cinematic excellence and cultural exchange. For those who love the Academy Awards, films such as Parasite and Anora debuted here first before taking home an Oscar. This year promises to continue this worthy legacy despite fewer American entries than normal. Here’s everything you need to know as the festivities kick off this week. How did the Cannes Film Festival begin? In July 1938, a Nazi propagan
How Fender Just Turned Nashville Into 'TELE Town'
Fender celebrated 75 years of the Telecaster last week in Nashville with a show that included Jack White, Brad Paisley and more.
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The Disturbing TRUTH Behind America's Plummeting Test SCORES
The drops in U.S. scores go beyond the pandemic and cut across income, geographic and racial divides, new data shows.
