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The business of running a hospital: Balancing profitability, patient trust and scale
A hospital’s financial health depends on more than occupancy and revenue, requiring a careful balance of cost control, cash flow and patient trust.
'A trite provocation': North Korea denies involvement in $6 billion Binance hack, criticizes FBI probe
North Korea has rejected the claims of its involvement in the recent Binance cryptocurrency theft exceeding USD 6 billion. The FBI had accused North Korean hackers of orchestrating the heist, linking it to previous cyber incidents. Kim Yo Jong noted that the US has a history of making such accusations against North Korea.
Who is Jason Turkish? Haley Stevens’ fiancé backs Mike Rogers, then the Democrat takes a dramatic U-turn, backs Republican candidate
Jason Turkish endorsed Republican Mike Rogers due to concerns over Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed's comments on Israel. Haley Stevens initially backed El-Sayed but later joined Turkish in supporting Rogers, surprising many. The relationship dynamics between Stevens and Turkish influenced her decision to change endorsements after being excluded from El-Sayed's campaign events. Tensions arose during the primary, reflecting policy differences between Stevens and El-Sayed.
Should you buy gold now? Experts see prices rising, but watch these risks
Gold prices have experienced a notable drop, creating favorable opportunities for those looking to buy during the festive and wedding seasons. Experts suggest that gold demand may rise in the near future. Nevertheless, market volatility driven by US Federal Reserve rate changes should prompt caution among investors. It is essential for buyers to evaluate their financial objectives and consult with financial advisors regarding suitable gold investment strategies.
In 1997, Sweden used copper-smelting slag beneath a road near Luleå; after 10 years, copper, nickel and zinc leaching had declined below recommended thresholds
A decade-long study in Sweden investigated the environmental effects of incorporating copper slag in road construction. The researchers observed a significant reduction in the leaching of metals like copper, nickel, and zinc over time. While initial tests indicated high metal concentrations in various materials, the findings imply that the environmental concerns related to these materials are primarily short-lived.
IDBI Bank sale row: Finance Ministry defends valuation process, says reserve price was not changed
The finance ministry has defended the valuation process used in the IDBI Bank stake sale, saying the methodology and bidding procedure were reviewed and approved by the core group of secretaries on disinvestment. It said Fairfax’s Rs 81-a-share bid was above the benchmark and independent fair-value estimates, while safeguards such as a double-blind process and limited tax indemnity helped maximise value for the government and LIC.
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Meet Amos Miller, man who lost his sight in his 20s, built an AI-powered robot to help blind people navigate easiliy
Miller has reportedly worked at Microsoft Research, where he led development of Soundscape, a spatial-audio navigation app designed to help blind and visually impaired people orient themselves. He had also served as chairman of the board at Guide Dogs for the Blind in the UK. His company's flagship device is called Glide.
PMS Talk: How Rs 50 lakh invested in Karma Capital in 2006 grew to Rs 5.4 crore
In this edition of ETMarkets PMS Talk, the co-founders discuss the lessons from their 20-year investment journey, how they identify companies before their growth stories become market favourites, and why valuation discipline, management quality and capital protection matter as much as returns. They also share their outlook on India's healthcare and auto component sectors, and explain what investors should evaluate beyond CAGR when choosing a PMS.
Fish oil and Alzheimer’s prevention: What happened when researchers tested high-dose DHA for two years and found no significant benefits for memory or brain health
A recent clinical trial involving older adults found no cognitive improvements from high-dose DHA supplements. Researchers confirmed that the DHA reached the brain but did not enhance memory. Participants demonstrated no significant cognitive benefits after two years of supplementation. The study raises questions about the effectiveness of fish oil supplements for preventing Alzheimer’s disease. Overall health and dietary habits remain crucial for maintaining brain health in aging individuals.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
The last few weeks have made one thing clear. Oil prices, US bond yields, corporate earnings, and the state of the world – all point the same way. So, the market is more likely to stay in this jumpy and uncertain mood for quite some time. But then there is something called history, and it provides some interesting lessons.
Why does someone else’s shortcut feel like the easy way out, while yours feels justified?
Do you ever judge feel and call it wrong when you find out they succeeded with the help of a shortcut. While there is a lot discussion going on whether using AI in your work is right or not , here's an explnation on why when others take shortcuts you get annoyed.
Giant 'heat storms' are scorching the Earth. This is the story of the biggest one on record
Heat storms have increased dramatically, causing severe global consequences including excess deaths and environmental catastrophes. Recent heat storms have been identified as a new classification, representing larger and more persistent heat events. The intensity of these heat storms has worsened due to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions. Associated weather patterns have significantly disrupted ecosystems and agriculture worldwide.
London professional thought learning AI would help his career but the plan backfired: What is 'AI brain fry' and how to stay safe from it
A London-based lawyer who started to learn AI to future-proof his career found himself exhausted by the constant release of new models and the pressure to keep up with them. His experience highlights ‘AI brain fry’, a form of mental fatigue linked to intensive AI use, monitoring multiple tools and checking their output. Research suggests the strain can affect concentration, decision-making and work accuracy.
Tiger Shroff Car: Is his BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine bulletproof? Check its safety features
Is Tiger Shroff's BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine bulletproof? Check its safety features, including airbags, ABS, stability control and run-flat tyres, and how they differ from specialised armoured cars.
The vulnerability storm has begun: AI finds security flaws faster than firms can fix them
AI is accelerating vulnerability discovery and exploitation, widening the gap between vulnerabilities emerging and organisations fixing them. Combined with vulnerability chaining and rapidly changing exposure, severity alone is no longer enough to determine what matters most.
Regulate the agents, not just the labs: Snowflake CEO on AI safety
Snowflake competes with Databricks to help large companies to store and analyse their data and, increasingly, build AI agents on its platform. In an interview, Sridhar Ramaswamy, chief executive of Snowflake, also said he has “a whole lot of paranoia” about staying relevant because the disruptor can itself be disrupted. Edited excerpts.
Satya Nadella warns about trusting AI. 5 times when AI tried to escape shutdown, blackmail humans, manipulate and more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a warning about the risks of trusting advanced AI systems without strong safeguards. His concerns come after an earlier series of incidents involving ChatGPT, Claude and other AI models, from attempts to evade shutdown to unauthorised actions on real websites. Here are five cases that reveal why AI safety is becoming an urgent concern.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: AI can analyse portfolios, but investor behaviour drives returns, says Ravi Dharamshi
The rise of artificial intelligence is transforming how we analyze data and derive investment insights, yet human judgment plays an irreplaceable role in decision-making processes. Experts caution that merely processing data doesn’t assure favorable investment results. Investors should evaluate which insights resonate with their financial goals and risk levels. Financial advisors must embrace technology while safeguarding skills in communication and accountability, particularly during market fluctuations.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: ‘Man and machine’ will shape the next phase of investing, says Sandeep Tandon, Quant Mutual Fund
Quant Mutual Fund’s Sandeep Tandon says the next investment edge will come from combining human judgment with AI, machine learning and alternative data. As markets become more dynamic, investors must move beyond static strategies and focus on speed, inference and decision-making.
SSDI Benefits 2026: Why having a medical condition alone may not be enough to qualify - Check work credit rules and average monthly payment
Social Security Disability Insurance will provide financial support to eligible individuals unable to work due to health issues. In 2026, the average monthly benefit payment is estimated to be around $1,630, influenced by the applicant's work history. Eligibility requires meeting specific work credit requirements which may vary by age. Individuals can also engage in trial work without losing their benefits, as defined by the SSA.
Canadians are paying more for their daily protein shake as whey prices soar amid trade war with US, but is there any relief in sight?
In Canada, the surge in whey protein prices can be attributed to a spike in global demand alongside decreasing availability. The situation is worsened by import tariffs from the U.S. that challenge consumers and businesses alike to adapt. A growing number of individuals are turning to whole foods or plant-based alternatives, prompting manufacturers to revise their pricing tactics. Analysts predict that elevated prices will persist over time.
The Nobel-winning breakthrough that turned light into a remote control for the brain, allowing scientists to switch neurons on and off
Optogenetics, a groundbreaking technique, enables researchers to control specific neurons using light, providing insights into brain functions. The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for this transformative discovery. Their work originated from the study of light-sensitive proteins in green algae, which led to applying these proteins in neuroscience.
Thieves ransacked Romanian woman’s home, stole jewellery but missed a 70-million-year-old amber ‘rock’ kept as a doorstop for decades, worth $1 million
An elderly woman in Romania unknowingly used a large piece of amber as a doorstop, overlooked by thieves who stole the jewellery and ran away. After her death, a relative discovered the heavy stone had significant value. Experts confirmed it was a 7.7-pound chunk of fossilized resin dating back up to 70 million years. The amber specimen is now housed at the Buzău County Museum as a national treasure.
Kash Patel’s fiancée Alexis Wilkins faced ‘Mossad honeypot’ claims: Why was she accused of being an Israeli spy and what did she say?
FBI Director Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins are engaged. Their engagement has renewed attention on past “Mossad honeypot” allegations against Wilkins, which she denied and challenged through multiple defamation lawsuits. The claims, which circulated among right-wing influencers and commentators, alleged that Wilkins was connected to Israeli intelligence and had been positioned to manipulate Patel.
Ontario air ambulance Atlantic search: ‘Roger, you said you’re coming in blind?’ Pilot’s final warning before jet vanished while flying from Bermuda to Boston
The Ontario air ambulance Atlantic search has ended after a medical transport jet carrying six people disappeared off Nantucket. Air traffic control audio captured a chilling exchange in which a controller asked the pilot, “Roger, you said you’re coming in blind?” after the pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency. The US Coast Guard searched for about 66 hours before suspending active search operations.
150-year-old human might already be among us, claims Harvard scientist. His experiment may have unlocked how long we can really live
What if humans could eventually live for 150 years, not through a simple extension of existing treatments but by actually turning back some of the changes caused by ageing? A Harvard scientist believes the first person to reach that age may already be alive today. His research into resetting ageing cells has now moved from promising animal experiments to an early human trial.
In 1988, Patricia Bath patented a device that used a laser through a tiny 1 mm incision to remove a cataract, turning the procedure into a matter of minutes
Dr. Patricia Bath made a groundbreaking advancement in cataract surgery with her invention of the Laserphaco Probe, utilizing cutting-edge laser technology. This innovation paved the way for minimally invasive procedures, leading to significantly quicker recovery times for patients. Despite facing numerous obstacles in securing research resources globally, Bath co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness to enhance access to eye care.
Pocket Entertainment’s Rohan Nayak says its AI tool helped writers create IP worth $100 million
Nayak described Sherpa as a long-form, serialised fiction writing harness. It combines a planner that maps arcs and scenes, a structured memory that tracks what each character knows, and a prose engine that drafts scenes while critic models check for continuity and quality.
In the 1960s, Donald Bateman built a cockpit warning system after aircraft kept crashing into terrain; by 1973, the FAA was requiring the technology
C. Donald Bateman invented the Ground Proximity Warning System in the 1960s to prevent controlled flight into terrain accidents. This system provides pilots with crucial alerts about dangerous altitude and proximity to terrain. Despite being equipped with the original GPWS, a tragic crash in Peru highlighted its limitations in preventing all accidents. Modern aircraft benefit from an advanced version known as the Terrain Awareness and Warning System.
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