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10th Measles Case Confirmed in Utah, Officials Urge Vaccination

A 10th case of measles has been confirmed in Utah, according to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (UDHHS). The latest patient is from the Southwest Utah Public Health District and had previously documented two cases. In the Utah County Health District, seven people remain infected. All unvaccinated individuals are affected by this … Read more

Self-Destructing Robots Revolutionize Modular Design and Autonomy

A team of researchers at Columbia University has made a groundbreaking discovery in robotics, presenting a new paradigm where shapeshifting modular robots can consume one another to grow and heal. This process, dubbed “robot metabolism,” enables the system to integrate its components on the fly and adapt to changing environments. The researchers designed their experiment … Read more

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Air India Crash Investigation Urges Public Caution

India’s Air Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is urging the public and media to refrain from speculating on the causes of last month’s Air India crash that killed 260 people. A preliminary report released on Saturday identified fuel control switches in the cockpit as a key factor in the accident. However, investigators stress that it is … Read more

Amazon Requires Ring Employees to Showcase AI Skills for Promotions

Amazon has mandated that employees of its smart home businesses, including Ring, Blink, and Sidewalk, demonstrate their use of artificial intelligence (AI) when applying for promotions. The policy aims to reward “innovative thinking” and foster a culture of speed and efficiency. According to an email obtained by Business Insider, Ring founder Jamie Siminoff requires employees … Read more

Walmart Prices Hike Amid Trump Tariffs

Walmart’s prices on items like baby gear and home goods have risen in recent weeks, while dozens of other products tracked by CNBC remained unchanged. The trend is a sign that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are starting to take hold. Nationwide inflation data has shown that tariffs are beginning to impact some areas after months … Read more

Abbott Laboratories Stock Falls Despite Solid Q2 Earnings

Abbott Laboratories (ABT) stock plummeted 8% after the company delivered solid second-quarter earnings but disappointed investors with its forward guidance. Revenue rose 7.4% to $11.14 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $11.07 billion. Organic sales growth, excluding Covid testing results, increased 7.5%, outpacing the 7.2% estimate. The company’s medical devices segment was a standout, driven … Read more

AI Companies’ Book Piracy Rulings: Fair Use or Theft?

A recent court ruling has provided clarity on the issue of book piracy in the development of Artificial Intelligence models. In two separate lawsuits, judges have deemed that tech companies are using copyrighted works without consent for training purposes to be “fair use.” The ruling is based on the concept of “transformative” use, meaning that … Read more