The Attack That Just SHUT DOWN Saudi Arabia's Oil Lifeline
Iraq removes a military commander and opens investigations into the attack that came from an area bordering Iran.
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The iPhone Duo Isn't What You THINK It Is
Hello again, and welcome back to Fast Company’s Plugged In. On Wednesday, Apple held its annual September product launch at its Steve Jobs Theater. The event will be remembered for two debuts. One was the long-awaited announcement of the company’s first folding phone, the iPhone Duo. The other was the first public appearance of its new CEO, John Ternus, who appeared briefly in person and at length in the prerecorded keynote presentation. I came to Cupertino looking forward to the time I’d get wi
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Why Paramount Says This Antitrust Lawsuit Will COLLAPSE
Paramount’s lawyers filed a legal response to the states’ antitrust lawsuit against the Warner Bros. Discovery merger on Friday, sketching out arguments and defenses it may use at a trial next March. Among other defenses, Paramount’s lawyers said they may claim that the coalition of 12 states lacks the authority to regulate the merger, “which […]
Your Biggest Risk? The People You TRUST the Most
Cheryl had already lost two of the 12 people on her team in the company’s first reduction in force. Then her product marketing lead resigned to join a competitor. A few weeks later, she was asked to cut two more roles. But Cheryl, the company’s chief marketing officer, was most concerned about the marketing manager who ran the firm’s content platform—and had told her months earlier that she was burned out. As Cheryl explained, “I need to accelerate our training plan. If she leaves, we’re screwed
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What America Is REFUSING to Forget 25 Years Later
In New York, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania, solemn ceremonies commemorate the landmark anniversary.
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Why Trump Is Making THIS Surprising International Move
Donald Trump is to arrive later on Saturday at Dublin Airport for a two-day visit to the country.
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The Arrest That Could Finally Answer a HAUNTING Mystery
Tasia Fortune's body was found in the lot of an abandoned home in Mississippi in August.
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The Icon Who Changed EVERYTHING for Women Just Passed Away
Journalist, social, and political activist Gloria Steinem speaks on stage at Ms. Foundation For Women 2016 Gloria Awards Gala at The Pierre Hotel on April 27, 2016 in New York City. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Ms. Foundation For Women Feminist trailblazer, journalist, and reproductive rights advocate Gloria Steinem has died at age 92. Steinem spent more than five decades advocating for women’s equality and reproductive rights. Her legacy includes helping found influential organizations
Trump Wanted to Redraw the Map. Missouri Got THIS Instead.
The legal wrangling over a congressional map redrawn by Republicans has election officials, candidates and voters scrambling before November.
Why DeSantis Is Offering ASYLUM to One Controversial Juror
DeSantis: ‘Florida will provide asylum’ to holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy case thehill.com Holdout Juror in Lindsay Clancy’s Mistrial Highlights a Divide in America The New York Times Domestic violence allegations raise questions about holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial NBC Boston Lone holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial was only Black person on the jury, panelist reveals: report Fox News Lindsay Clancy juror says Patrick Clancy's testimony swayed her decision, reveals more about lone
The Trump Library Lawsuit That's About to DISAPPEAR
The judge, in halting the pretrial fact-finding process, said President Trump’s claim of immunity could “dispose of the entire case” involving the library to be built in Miami.
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The Ferry Disaster Where the Death Count Keeps RISING
The deadly fire had begun in the ferry’s cargo hold, then tore through the ship within seconds The bodies of passengers killed in a ferry fire off the Philippines arrived at a port near the resort town of Coron, Palawan, on Saturday morning, as the country’s coast guard warned the death toll of 35 would grow. Tents were being set up to receive 30 bodies brought from the M/V June Aster, which ran aground near the tourist hotspot after a fire erupted on Wednesday evening and tore through the vesse
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Why 50,000 People Are FLEEING Their Homes Right Now
Nearly 50,000 Yemeni civilians flee as Houthis advance along Red Sea coast theguardian.com ‘A f***-up of epic proportions’: Blame game begins after Iran-backed Houthis’ lightning advance down Red Sea coast CNN Trump Loses the Other Strait The Atlantic Houthi advance in Yemen is about more than just the Red Sea Al Jazeera Why the Houthis' Advances Threaten Global Shipping in the Red Sea The New York Times
Why British MPs Just Voted AGAINST Letting People Choose Death
The proposed law sought to introduce one of the biggest societal changes in recent years.
The Election That Could Put the HARD RIGHT in Power
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has promised cabinet jobs for the Sweden Democrats, but the rival left-wing bloc has a narrow lead in the polls.
Health
The FDA Just Approved Something That Could SAVE Your Fall
The FDA has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines that target the XFG variant. Luis Alvarez · DigitalVision/Getty The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2026–2027 season, all targeting the JN.1-lineage XFG variant. All four vaccines are approved for adults ages 65 and older, as well as younger people with underlying conditions that put them at higher risk of severe COVID-19, with eligibility varying by vaccine. The updated vaccines are de
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Your Morning Ritual Might Be Doing Something TERRIFYING Inside You
Drinking coffee or tea at very high temperatures could triple your risk of esophageal cancer, researchers say. alvarez/E+/Getty Images Researchers have found a possible link between drinking very hot drinks and esophageal cancer. Drinking coffee or tea at too high a temperature was associated with a threefold risk. Experts advise allowing your hot beverage to cool before drinking. Avoiding other esophageal cancer risk factors like smoking and drinking heavily may matter more. Do you need a c
The Amount of Alcohol That's Actually SAFE Will Shock You
Research shows that alcohol consumption can raise your risk of cancer and other health conditions, as well as alcohol-related cancer death. Krit of Studio OMG · Moment/Getty Recent research found that alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the United States doubled between 1990 and 2023. Another study found that even low levels of alcohol consumption were associated with an increased risk of several cancers. Other research linked heavy drinking to a 25% higher risk of colorectal cancer. Alcoh
What Your Bedroom Light Is Secretly DOING to Your Heart
A new study suggests that light exposure during sleep could raise the risk of cardiovascular disease. Yana Iskayeva/Moment/Getty Images New research shows that even dim light during sleep may thicken heart muscle walls and reduce heart flexibility, potentially raising cardiovascular risk. The findings build on prior evidence linking nighttime light exposure to cardiovascular disease risk. Optimizing your sleep environment can help protect your heart health. Sleeping in dark conditions may b
Why Every Man Should Be WORRIED About This Rising Number
The ACS notes that prostate cancer cases are on the rise, but early detection and screening may help reverse the trend. Maskot/Getty The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates there will be 333,830 new cases of prostate cancer in 2026. Prostate cancer cases increased by around 3% per year between 2014 and 2022, with the steepest increase occurring in advanced-stage diagnoses. The ACS says the increase in diagnoses is largely due to more men being screened, although many are still not being
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The Diabetes Drug That Just Got a LIFE-SAVING New Purpose
The FDA has approved Mounjaro for cardiovascular risk reduction in people with type 2 diabetes. Milko · E+/Getty The FDA has approved Mounjaro to help reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk. A major clinical trial found that Mounjaro performed as well as Trulicity for reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death. People taking Mounjaro had an 8% lower relative risk of major cardiovascular events compared with
The BREAKTHROUGH Drug That Could Change Pancreatic Cancer Forever
The FDA approved Rasonque (daraxonrasib), a groundbreaking new drug to treat metastatic pancreatic cancer. Photo courtesy of Revolution Medicines The FDA approved Rasonque, a new drug to treat the most common type of pancreatic cancer. A clinical trial found that those who received Rasonque had more than double the average survival rate: around 13 months compared to just over 6 months with chemotherapy alone. Pancreatic cancer was the sixth most common cause of cancer-related death globally
The Weight Loss Drug That's Now Doing Something UNEXPECTED
A new review found that GLP-1s offer significant improvements in obstructive sleep apnea associated with obesity. vitapix/E+/Getty Images New research has found that GLP-1 drugs may improve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) related to obesity. The effects of tirzepatide (Zepound), which is FDA approved for OSA, were especially notable. GLP-1s appear to improve OSA associated with obesity by promoting fat loss in the neck, throat, and tongue. CPAP therapy should be continued until a physician has
The Vaccine That Could Protect Your Heart Without You KNOWING
Recent research shows that the shingles vaccine may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A boy and the sea · E+/Getty A recent study found that the recombinant shingles vaccine (Shingrix) was associated with a 9% lower cardiovascular disease burden compared with the older live vaccine. Researchers observed lower burdens of coronary heart disease, heart failure, ischemic stroke in men, and atrial fibrillation (AFib) among those who received Shingrix. The CDC recommends the shingles
The Simple Program That Cuts Heart Rhythm Problems By HALF
A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced AFib recurrence by 45%. RealPeopleGroup/E+/Getty Images Exercise interventions are underutilized in the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), an abnormal heart rhythm disorder. A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced time spent in atrial fibrillation by 45% compared with usual care (3.9% vs. 7.1%). Participants in the exercise group had improved cardiorespiratory fitness and resting heart rate,
Why Young Women Are SKIPPING a Test That Could Save Their Lives
According to recent research, nearly 32% of females in their 20s have never had a cervical screening. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty Recent research found that nearly 1 in 3 women ages 21 to 29 had never been screened for cervical cancer as of 2023, up from about 1 in 8 in 2005. Researchers also found disparities in never-screening based on factors including race and ethnicity, education, and insurance coverage. Regional- and distant-stage cervical cancer incidence each increased by
What You MUST Know Before Booking That K-Beauty Trip
Dr. Heewon Suh, a physician and renowned Korean aesthetic medicine expert, assesses a patient’s skin at her clinic in Seoul, Korea. Photo credit: Cheongdam Circle Clinic “Glass skin” has become one of the most searched skin goals in the world. Experts say it is a real, medically definable skin state — balanced hydration, healthy dermal structure, and even tone. Christine Maguire, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer at RVO Health, the parent company of Healthline Media, sat do
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The Match That Could End America's 23-Year DROUGHT
Ben Shelton powers past Frances Tiafoe in an all-American US Open semi-final to earn a spot in Sunday's final against number one seed Alexander Zverev.
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The Match That Had Mexico City on Its FEET
WWE SmackDown results, winners and grades from Mexico City as Sami Zayn wins his second WWE title.
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The Verdict That SHOCKED the Hip-Hop World
The rapper had been accused of orchestrating a plot to kill a rival in an ambush that resulted in the death of another man.
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The Interview Jimmy Kimmel PULLED That Everyone's Now Watching
Jimmy Kimmel’s pulled TV interview with James Talarico, the Texan Democrat running for the U.S. Senate, has crossed 5 million views in the 24 hours since it was posted to YouTube. It was revealed during Wednesday night’s episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that the interview would not air on his ABC show because of threats […]
The Sequel That Could DETHRONE Spider-Man This Weekend
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are delivering a one-two punch to knock "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" off the top of the domestic box office after the superhero blockbuster spent six weekends at No. 1.
Why BTS's RM Is Taking Over a Major AMERICAN Museum
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is teaming up with RM of BTS to showcase his personal art collection in RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me, opens October 3.
The Emmy Celebration That Honored API EXCELLENCE
Gold House honors Asian Pacific Emmy nominees at annual One House Toast Celebration, including creatives and cast from Netflix's BEEF, HBO Max's The Pitt, and more.
The Math-Geek Romance That's Getting EVERYONE Talking
In "The Julia Set," she portrays a numbers genius in the most convincing way possible — by wearing her virtuosity lightly and casually, as if it were second nature (which, for someone like Julia, it is). But she also makes Julia a highly focused and mature young woman who is still, by virtue of age and inexperience, just naïve enough to be poised between assertion and following the lead of a dude she should have steered clear of.
Why This Young Actor Went MEATLESS After Working With Joaquin Phoenix
Filming “The Uprising” gave British actor Woody Norman, who plays 14-year-old King Richard II in the historical fiction drama, a massive headache. It turns out the only crown they had for him to use during the shoot got damaged the first day of filming. “So it didn’t fit my head,” Norman, 17, tells me over […]
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What to Say When a Colleague Loses Someone to SUICIDE
In 2024 almost 50,000 Americans died by suicide, making it the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. And the ripple effects are even wider. According to research, each suicide is connected to 135 people who knew the deceased, including coworkers, along with a percentage of those who were considered “close connections.” Extrapolating that data, 6.6 million people are added to the larger community of suicide loss survivors each year. I am one of those “loss survivors.” On January 5, 20
