COVID INVESTIGATION
Russia plague news: What to know about the disease and which countries have been affected as lab worker dies in Siberia?
At the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute, a tragic incident led to the death of a 28-year-old woman, suspected to have contracted pneumonic plague from live bacteria. This alarming development has prompted local health authorities to place nearly 200 individuals who interacted with her under medical observation. While the exact cause of death remains unconfirmed, hospitals are implementing necessary quarantine measures as investigations continue in light of fluctuating global plague cases.
Lettuce probe into largest foodborne illness outbreak of parasite in US history: Mexico's Health Ministry investigation finds shocking results
Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that commonly causes watery diarrhea “with frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements,” according to the CDC.
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Death of the ‘obvious scam’: How AI is making cyberattacks look like normal emails
AI is making cyberattacks harder to detect as attackers use legitimate accounts, real conversations and familiar business workflows to evade traditional warning signs. At Proofpoint Protect 2026, executives discussed how agentic AI could automate attacks and why security must shift from checking access permissions to understanding intent. With AI adoption accelerating in India, Proofpoint is also expanding its local investments.
In 1889, archaeologists went looking for a 2,700-year-old tomb. 137 years later, its monumental burial chamber has emerged with gold, weapons and rare treasures
Archaeologists located an ancient Etruscan tomb at the Polledrara necropolis in Vulci, dating back to the seventh century B.C. The tomb, which contains weapons, gold objects, and a nearly complete banquet set, reflects elite burial customs. This significant discovery builds on findings by archaeologist Stéphane Gsell, who mapped the burial mound over a century ago. Evidence suggests extensive looting attempts have occurred over the centuries, yet many artifacts remained intact.
Could bacteria hold the secret to delaying death? Magnetic microbes extended worm lifespan by more than 43% in a new ageing study
Researchers at Hefei Institutes of Physical Science found that Magnetospirillum magneticum AMB-1 increased the lifespan of C. elegans by 43.39%. The treated worms demonstrated improved neurological function and intestinal health as they aged. The study linked these benefits to reduced ferroptosis and iron accumulation, highlighting the role of magnetosomes. Comparisons with non-magnetotactic bacterial strains suggested the importance of magnetosome production in lifespan extension.
COVID-19 had a scientific head start; the next pandemic virus may be a stranger. NVIDIA and Google DeepMind are using AI to map 2,800 viruses before the next outbreak
An international collaboration has developed a dataset of predicted protein structures from more than 2,800 viruses. This data is accessible through the AlphaFold Database, aiding in pandemic preparedness. Researchers can accelerate their investigations of new viruses using this information for potential treatments. The dataset provides insights into protein interactions, making it a valuable resource for global scientists.
Crab egg predator found for the first time off US Pacific Coast: Tiny crustacean living on crab eggs has scientists worried about California fisheries
A tiny crab egg predator has been discovered off California’s Pacific Coast, where scientists found nicothoid copepods living on the eggs of three commercially important crab species. The unexpected discovery has raised new questions about crab reproduction and the potential impact on local fisheries.
'Born without a sound': How Trump's shooter grew from a silent child to a gunman
Newly surfaced FBI records reveal gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks was withdrawn and fixated on firearms. He opened fire at a Trump rally, grazing the candidate's ear. A fire chief died shielding his family while two others were injured. Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service snipers at the scene. Investigators found no clear motive despite extensive interviews and digital file reviews.
Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
President Donald Trump is leading the opposition to recent calls by tech leaders seeking greater government oversight, including Anthropic's Dario Amodei, OpenAI's Sam Altman and xAI's Elon Musk.
Airlines urge more competition on used jet engine parts
Global airlines are pushing jet-engine makers to make it easier for independent suppliers to sell reconditioned parts, arguing greater competition could ease shortages and maintenance costs. The call follows an EU settlement that forced Pratt & Whitney Canada to loosen restrictions on used turboprop engine parts.
White sedan that hit Gurgaon woman biker owned by armyman; Says he wasn't driving, 'friend took my car two days ago'
The owner of a car allegedly involved in a viral Golf Course Road incident in Gurugram has said he was not behind the wheel when the vehicle hit a woman biker. He told ANI that a friend had borrowed the car. Gurugram Police has registered an FIR after taking suo motu cognisance of the video and is tracing the alleged driver.
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Part 75: Delisting, merger, demerger: Long restructuring story of one auto ancillary
Last week's auto-ancillary story dealt with another major participant in the same broad industry. This week's business is dramatically narrower. It operates from one manufacturing location, derives almost all product sales from one safety-critical category and is 75% promoter-owned. Yet it has survived multiple attempts to change its listed status and corporate structure. Its latest disclosures raise another important question: Where exactly does the listed business end and the wider MNC group's business begin?
Singapore PM Wong warns against normalising racism after anti-Indian abuse online
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has condemned rising online prejudice. Racist comments targeted flood victims and anti-Indian abuse accompanied business news. He warned that unchecked prejudice can normalize and deepen mistrust between communities. Former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong also urged Singaporeans to stand together. Police are investigating these unacceptable racist and xenophobic online posts.
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