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CERN, Mistral partner to develop physics AI — Oct 15, 2026CERN and Mistral AI are partnering to develop Flare, a foundation model trained on billions of simulated particle collisions to support collider-physics research and potentially replace some specialized particle-reconstruction tools. The project’s timeline and budget have not been disclosed, and the partners say the approach could eventually benefit other sciences.

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Derek Foss If this works it might cut costs on detector software, but only if the partners share the code openly with labs everywhere.

Doughboy Voice Actor JoBe Cerny Dies at 78Entertainment — 3dJoBe Cerny, the actor and longtime voice of the Pillsbury Doughboy, died at 78 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he also appeared in films and commercials and worked in theater and audio production.

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Pfizer withdraws Premarin menopause therapy in CanadaHealth — 1dPfizer is discontinuing Premarin hormone therapy sales in Canada after an internal review, with no further vaginal cream supplies and tablet inventories expected to last until around mid-2027. The move is not tied to safety concerns and comes as shortages of some estradiol patches add pressure to the country’s menopause-treatment supply.

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Trump Administration Finalizes Rule to Reduce Duplicate Medicare Payments — 4hThis week’s elections made clear that Americans are concerned about affordability, including the rising cost of health care. Voter research found that healthcare costs were a major concern in the midterms.

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Report finds microplastics at all 15 watershed sitesEnvironment — 3dA new report found microplastics in every tested waterway across the Chesapeake Bay watershed, including the Susquehanna River, raising concerns about impacts on wildlife, drinking water and human health. Environmental advocates say reducing plastic pollution at its source through policies such as producer-responsibility laws and restrictions on single-use plastics could help address the problem.

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Derek Foss Wildlife in the bay is probably suffering from all these particles. Restricting single-use plastics would help prevent more buildup in the long run.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Seattle Resumes Police Camera Expansion Amid Privacy Concerns — 3dSeattle Mayor Katie Wilson is ending a pause and expanding the police surveillance-camera network, activating existing Stadium District cameras and planning installations in additional neighborhoods. The decision follows an audit that found significant oversight gaps; the city says it will adopt most recommendations, including tighter rules and greater public reporting, amid ongoing privacy and civil-liberties concerns.

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IAEA increasingly concerned about Iranian enrichment plant, its report says1 source — 10h

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Dana Whitfield Renewed sanctions seem necessary given the IAEA's latest warnings on the enrichment activities.

IAEA Flags Uninspected Isfahan Uranium PlantWorld — 11hThe IAEA says it is increasingly concerned about an underground uranium-enrichment facility Iran declared at Isfahan, because Iran has not allowed inspections. The agency says it cannot verify the plant’s location, safeguards status or whether it contains nuclear material.

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Sam Okafor Without those checks it's impossible to know if the facility even matches what Iran reported or if it's being used properly.

Vanderbilt Overwhelms Memphis 105-81 — 2dNo. 2 Duke lost to Michigan State, 79-73, in the Champions Classic, with turnovers and transition defense emerging as key concerns despite the Blue Devils’ strong potential.

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Oil prices head for second weekly drop amid easing Iran tensions — 16hOil prices were headed for a second straight weekly decline as President Donald Trump’s comments and continued U.S. pressure on Iran eased expectations of an immediate military escalation, while weaker U.S. demand added downward pressure. Attacks on tankers and Saudi energy infrastructure kept supply concerns—and market volatility—elevated.

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Marcus Bell Those tanker and Saudi attacks show supply risks are still real even if tensions ease.

Silver Rail Set to Reopen After Deadly ShootingWorld — 3dSilver Rail Elementary is reopening about a month after a shooting that killed three students and a teacher, with the affected classroom sealed off and doors repaired. The return includes a school resource officer, added staff and mental-health support, but families continue to weigh students’ desire to reunite with classmates against concerns about safety and recovery.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

SoFi survey finds 73% of investors upbeat despite inflation threatFinance — 2dA SoFi survey found U.S. investors remain broadly upbeat and active despite market volatility: 73% felt optimistic, excited or content about their investments, while 36% plan to invest more over the next year. Inflation remained a leading concern, cited by 55% as the biggest threat to their portfolios.

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Lakers Plan November 13 Basketball PreviewSports — 3dLocal Lakers teams are preparing to open their seasons as Florida leads a competitive SEC, where Kentucky is trying to reestablish itself. Nationally, strong early matchups are drawing praise but sparse crowds raise concerns, while tournament expansion and court challenges to eligibility add uncertainty—though Kentucky coach Mark Pope remains optimistic about the sport’s future.

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California Voters Reject Billionaire Wealth Tax — 5dCalifornia voters rejected Proposition 40, a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires’ wealth that supporters said would fund health care and offset federal cuts. Billionaires and business groups spent heavily to defeat it, while supporters argued it could raise tens of billions; Gov. Gavin Newsom also opposed the measure, citing concerns about its spending priorities and the risk of wealthy residents leaving.

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Avalanche Lose MacKinnon, Makar to Injuries — 17hAvalanche stars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar left Thursday’s game against Ottawa with lower-body injuries and did not return, leaving Colorado without two of its leading scorers. The team had no immediate injury details as it faced concern ahead of its next game.

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Marcus Bell These lower body injuries always worry me when the schedule stays this tight.

Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Lyman Claims Democrats Have Overlooked Affordability Concerns1 source — 20h

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Priya Raman Voters want real solutions on energy costs not more talk about issues that don't affect daily life.

Flock Cameras Face Scrutiny Across TownsPolitics — 3dFlock license-plate cameras are facing growing scrutiny: Manchester, Connecticut, voted to remove its 18 devices, while residents and advocates elsewhere are pressing for information and raising privacy and misuse concerns. Police and company representatives defend the technology as a crime-solving tool, as communities including Youngstown and Monroe County hold public discussions about its use.

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Halper Sadeh Investigates Multiple Shareholder DealsBusiness — 3dHalper Sadeh LLC is investigating several proposed mergers and sales—including deals involving Greenland Energy, Hancock Whitney and Trustmark, and companies named in its other alerts—over possible conflicts, inadequate consideration, or missing disclosures. The firm says it may seek higher payments, additional information, or other relief for shareholders; the concerns are allegations under investigation, not established violations.

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Packers reportedly eye Ravens running back Derrick Henry before trade deadlineSports — 4dThe Packers have reportedly explored trade-deadline options including Ravens running back Derrick Henry and Colts offensive lineman Matt Goncalves, though Goncalves is considered unlikely to be moved and Henry’s asking price may be steep. The inquiries come amid concerns that Green Bay needs to improve its running game to contend.

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Charlotte Council approves $2.1 billion airport leaseBusiness — 5dCharlotte City Council approved an American Airlines airport lease for 10.5 years, with a five-year extension option, paving the way for roughly $2.1 billion in airport improvements. Supporters cited the airport’s economic importance, while critics raised concerns that expanding American’s gate access could limit competition and that the agreement does not adequately protect airport service workers.

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Detroit Investigates Two Horses Boarding BusLifestyle — 3dA viral video shows two horses briefly being led onto and off a Detroit DDOT bus. The horse owner said it was a stunt, while city officials are investigating, saying non-service animals are not allowed and the incident could pose safety and comfort concerns for passengers.

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St. Louis Receives $68 Million Crime GrantPolitics — 4dSt. Louis will receive $68 million over three years through the federal Model Cities Initiative to bolster police recruitment, technology and equipment, and community-based public-safety services as the city works to reduce violent crime. The grant’s potential for DOJ direction raised concerns, but federal officials and the police chief described the effort as a partnership in which local police retain control of their strategies.

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Derek Foss The partnership claim sounds fine on paper, yet federal grants like this often limit local decisions over time.

ICE Takes Haitian Boy Into Custody After San Diego Immigration Check-InWorld — 6dAn 8-year-old Haitian boy was taken into ICE custody after attending a scheduled immigration appointment in San Diego with the uncle who had cared for him since his father’s deportation. Federal officials said the uncle could not establish legal guardianship and placed the child in federal care; school officials and community advocates condemned the separation and raised concerns about the boy’s whereabouts and well-being.

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U.S. Polling, Voting Disputes Raise Democracy ConcernsPolitics — 3dQuestionable polling has distorted Democratic primary narratives and influenced campaigns, donors and voters, while disputes over election procedures have intensified. Supporters of stricter voting rules cite concerns about verification and public trust, while critics warn that documentary proof-of-citizenship requirements could block eligible voters from registering.

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