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Crime thriller ‘Last Seen’ premieres on Apple TV - 9to5Mac

Apple TV+ Debuts Australian Crime Thriller 'Last Seen' with Two-Episode Premiere

Apple TV+ premiered 'Last Seen' on September 8, 2026, with two episodes.
The series is an Australian kidnapping drama and crime thriller.
Patrick Brammall, known for 'Glitch', stars in the show.
Subscribers can watch the trailer and first two episodes now.

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Iran says it captured US submarine drone in Strait of Hormuz

Iran Claims Capture of U.S. Underwater Drone in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claim to have captured a U.S. Dive-LD autonomous underwater vehicle in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Pentagon acknowledged a U.S. underwater drone malfunctioned but said it was an older model without sensitive data.
The incident highlights growing U.S. investment in unmanned naval systems and rising Gulf tensions.

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Common painkiller use in early pregnancy linked to smaller ovaries and testes | New Scientist (via www.newscientist.com)

Paracetamol in Early Pregnancy Tied to Smaller Ovaries and Testes

A new observational study links paracetamol use in early pregnancy to smaller ovaries in baby girls and smaller testes in baby boys.
The study does not prove that paracetamol directly caused the size difference, nor does it confirm an effect on future fertility.
Experts advise expectant parents not to panic, but to consult clinicians about pain and fever management during pregnancy.
The findings highlight the need for further research to understand potential long-term effects and mechanisms.

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iPhone Ultra is coming, here’s what the final rumors say - 9to5Mac

iPhone Ultra: Final Rumors Signal Apple's Foldable Era

Apple is expected to announce its first foldable iPhone tomorrow.
The device may be called iPhone Ultra, per final rumors.
watchOS 27 code reveals changes for Apple Watch Ultra 4.
The event could mark Apple's entry into foldables.

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From the Corps to the Cosmos, featuring Jaden Caradine

From the Corps to the Cosmos: Jaden Caradine's Journey from Marine to NASA

Jaden Caradine knew at age eight that he wanted to be an engineer.
He served five years as a Marine Corps mechanic, four of them in Japan.
While in Japan, he learned about ikigai and used it to focus his career path.
A magnetic spin-launch company sparked his interest in aerospace, leading him to Embry-Riddle and a NASA Langley Pathways internship.

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Apple faces new UK rules over nude images on children’s iPhones - 9to5Mac

UK plans to require Apple and Google to stop child nude images on devices

Bloomberg reports the UK will introduce legislation requiring Apple and Google to stop children from taking, sharing, or viewing nude images.
The laws are intended to apply to smartphones and tablets and may require on-device technical safeguards.
No responses from Apple or Google have been reported yet.

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Kia launches three new GT EVs, including an electric hot hatch and two SUVs [Images]

Kia Launches Three New GT EVs: A Hot Hatch and Two Performance SUVs

Kia adds GT versions of its EV3, EV4, and EV5 electric vehicles.
The lineup includes an electric hot hatch and two SUV models.
The GT treatment signifies enhanced performance and sporty styling.
The new models expand Kia's performance EV offerings across body types.

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Limited benchmarks constrain the conclusions of a general-purpose versus clinical AI comparison | Nature Medicine (via www.nature.com)

Limited Benchmarks Constrain Conclusions in General-Purpose vs Clinical AI Comparison

Nature Medicine published the analysis online September 3, 2026.
The paper argues that current benchmarks are too limited to support robust comparisons between general-purpose and clinical AI.
Key limitations include narrow task scope, homogeneous datasets, artificial conditions, and lack of downstream clinical outcome measures.
The article calls for multidimensional, real-world evaluation frameworks to inform clinical adoption and regulation.

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China’s new acoustic database could make warships harder to shake

China’s Submarine Crews Use Warship Sounds to Sharpen Target Tracking

The PLAN has built a database containing acoustic information on warships.
Submarine crews use warship sounds to improve target tracking.
Acoustic signatures help identify ship classes, estimate course and speed, and build firing solutions.

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Application of Artificial Intelligence in Perinatal Mental Health: A Review (via www.mdpi.com)

Mother-Child AI Agent Predicts Maternal and Infant Outcomes from EHR Data

Researchers developed a Mother-Child AI agent that integrates longitudinal electronic health records.
The agent is LLM-based and orchestrates multiple tools for outcome prediction.
The work was published in Nature Medicine on September 4, 2026.
The system aims to jointly predict maternal and infant outcomes.

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Bluetti exclusive 6th Anniversary power station sale from $799, roborock RockMow X115H 4WD robot mower $799 off, more

Tesla Cybercab's Hidden Virtual Joystick Allows Manual Driving

Tesla Cybercab includes a hidden virtual joystick for manual operation.
Feature highlights the need for human control in robotaxi development.
The joystick is likely intended for testing and remote assistance, not passengers.
Manual override raises safety and security challenges for autonomous fleets.

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Limited benchmarks constrain the conclusions of a general-purpose versus clinical AI comparison | Nature Medicine (via www.nature.com)

Authors Reply to Benchmark Limitations in Clinical AI Comparison

Nature Medicine has published a reply to a comment questioning the use of limited benchmarks in comparing general-purpose and clinical AI.
The reply argues that selected benchmarks still reveal meaningful differences between model types.
The exchange highlights the importance of context-specific evaluation and transparent reporting in clinical AI.

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Best Sony headphone deal: Take 46% off the Sony WH-CH720N headphones

Sony WH-CH720N headphones deal: Save $83 after new model announcement

Sony WH-CH720N headphones are $97 on Amazon, down from $179.99, saving $82.99 or 46%.
Deal is active as of Sept. 8, after Sony announced new headphones including the WH-CH730N.
Previous model offers performance at a fraction of price for shoppers not needing the latest tech.
Headphones are suitable for commuting noise cancellation, audiobooks, and treadmill listening.

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Conformational asymmetry of replicated human chromosomes | Di Jiang (via www.linkedin.com)

Replicated Human Chromosomes Display Conformational Asymmetry

A paper in Science (Vol. 393, Issue 6815) titled 'Conformational asymmetry of replicated human chromosomes' suggests sister chromatids are not structurally identical.
The finding challenges the standard assumption of symmetry in the three-dimensional organization of duplicated chromosomes.
Potential implications include differential gene expression between sister chromatids and effects on DNA repair and chromosome segregation.

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These Are The Best Cars To Be Chauffeured In - Jalopnik

Reader Picks: The Best Cars To Be Chauffeured In

Editor asked readers to name the ideal car for being chauffeured, framed as a hypothetical.
Reader suggested a 1970s Buick Roadmaster wagon with rear-facing seats, evoking childhood trips to the arcade.
Another recommended a Ford Excursion stretch limo, praising its headroom and presence.
A Mercedes-Benz 600 Grosser was proposed as the dictator-approved choice.

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Home Depot Labor Day Sale 2026: The best deals on grills, power tools, outdoor gear still live

Home Depot Labor Day Sale 2026: Best Live Deals on Grills, Tools, and More

Home Depot's Labor Day sale runs through September 9, with deals still live across grills, power tools, outdoor gear, and smart home devices.
Top deals: Weber Genesis E-325W grill for $899 (save $100), Milwaukee M18 8-tool kit for $649 (save $649), Ryobi chainsaw for $189 (save $60).
Sale includes up to 45% off Ryobi cordless tools, up to $160 off grills, and up to $100 off DeWalt combo kits.
Deals are selling out fast, so shoppers should buy soon before the sale ends.

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Apple @ Work: The printer is the least secure piece of equipment you have - 9to5Mac

Apple @ Work: Why Your Printer Is the Least Secure Device on the Network

Printers are often overlooked in enterprise security, making them a weak link.
Firmware neglect, default credentials, and network placement contribute to printer vulnerabilities.
Apple-centric enterprises are not immune; protocols like AirPrint and Bonjour expand exposure.
Hardening measures include VLAN isolation, firmware updates, disabling unused services, and strong authentication.

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Gene alteration in human brain suggests genetic and epigenetic roots of major depression | Nature Medicine (via www.nature.com)

Gene Alterations in the Hippocampus Suggest Genetic and Epigenetic Roots of Major Depression

Study published in Nature Medicine uses multimodal molecular characterization of the adult human hippocampus.
Identifies both genetic and epigenetic alterations associated with major depression.
Provides evidence for sustained neurogenesis in the adult hippocampus and its dysregulation in depression.
Findings may lead to biomarkers, novel treatments, and precision psychiatry.

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China's car sales extend slide as shift accelerates to overseas markets | Reuters (via www.reuters.com)

China Car Sales Plunge 24% as Exports Reshape Automaker Strategies

China's auto market dropped 24% in August.
Exports surged 78% year-over-year.
Exports now represent 38% of total sales.
BYD and Tesla are seeking relief through overseas markets.

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PROTAC: Novel degradable approach for different targets to treat breast cancer - ScienceDirect (via www.sciencedirect.com)

How the First PROTAC Approval for Breast Cancer Validates Induced-Proximity Drugs

The first approved PROTAC for breast cancer validates induced proximity as a therapeutic mechanism.
Induced-proximity medicines can degrade or modify disease-related proteins beyond traditional inhibition.
The approval opens the door for broader drug design among previously undruggable targets.

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