Scientists discover salt that makes batteries last 10x longer
Scientists at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST; Saudi Arabia) have uncovered a…
Back in the FTSE 250, THG shares are rising as JP Morgan issues upbeat note
Published September 24, 2025 As THG returns to the FTSE 250 today (24 September 24), the online retailer has received further support with JP Morgan upgrading its outlook on the back of positive half-year results. THG The financial services giant has raised THG’s stock from Underweight to Neutral, sparking a 4.5% increase in the retailer’s…
Automated Browser Patching with Qualys TruRisk™ Eliminate
Recently, CISA added a Chrome zero-day Vulnerability, CVE-2025-5419, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, confirming that threat actors are actively exploiting this high-severity flaw in real-world attacks. This vulnerability affects multiple web browsers that utilize the Chromium engine, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and Brave. CISA strongly urges all organizations and individual users…
How Much and Why Premiums are Going up for Small Businesses in 2026
Small businesses with Affordable Care Act (ACA)-compliant plans could face a median premium increase of 11% for 2026, according to an analysis of preliminary rate filings from 318 insurers across all 50 states and DC. A deep dive into filings from 16 states and D.C. (with a 12% median proposed rate increase) shows that these…
Are chia seeds and other fibre 'hacks' good for you?
Obesity and nutritional epidemiologist Dr Deirdre Tobias explains how chia seeds can help you add more fibre to your diet – but only if you’re still eating a balanced diet. Source link
The Role of SHIPs in Helping People with Medicare Navigate Their Coverage
One-fifth of the U.S. population (close to 70 million people) receive health insurance coverage through the Medicare program, a share which is expected to grow larger in the coming years as the population ages. While satisfaction with Medicare is high, Medicare beneficiaries often report feeling overwhelmed by their coverage options. In 2025, the average beneficiary…
Luxury reshapes Milan’s Quadrilatero with a wave of dazzling new flagships
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published September 22, 2025 Saint Laurent, Fendi, Celine, Valentino, Dries Van Noten, Alberta Ferretti, Plan C, JW Anderson, Ports 1961 — these are just a few of the luxury heavyweights ushering in a new chapter for Milan’s high-end retail scene. As Milan Fashion Week kicks off on Tuesday, September 23,…
Lingua Franca launches Guardian sweater collab as newspaper targets the US
Published September 24, 2025 UK newspaper the Guardian has linked up with premium American fashion firm Lingua Franca on a sweater collection featuring slogans that underlines the publications independent journalism. Guardian x Lingua Franca – Photo: The Guardian The newspaper also publishes a US edition and its link-up with the US-based business has resulted in…
It’s surprisingly easy to stumble into a relationship with an AI chatbot
To conduct their study, the authors analyzed the subreddit’s top-ranking 1,506 posts between December 2024 and August 2025. They found that the main topics discussed revolved around people’s dating and romantic experiences with AIs, with many participants sharing AI-generated images of themselves and their AI companion. Some even got engaged and married to the AI…
Paul Smith launches Collectors Club loyalty programme
Published September 24, 2025 Paul Smith has launched a new loyalty initiative that “rewards curious collectors and dedicated customers alike”. Paul Smith Called Collectors Club, it “looks to bring a spirit of joyful discovery and the unexpected” with an omnichannel rewards approach “that’s inspired by Sir Paul’s own love of collecting”. The unique rewards approach…
Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time
James GallagherHealth and science correspondent BBC/Fergus Walsh Professors Ed Wild and Sarah Tabrizi led the UK part of the trial One of the cruellest and most devastating diseases – Huntington’s – has been successfully treated for the first time, say doctors. The disease runs through families, relentlessly kills brain cells and resembles a combination of…
