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  • The HIV epidemic in the United States – Epidemiological projections

    The HIV epidemic in the United States – Epidemiological projections

    Introduction

    The United States (US) has made substantial progress in controlling the acquired human immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) epidemic, in particular since the advent of highly effective antiretroviral therapy (ART).1 Once considered…

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  • What do US sanctions against Russian oil companies mean for the war in Ukraine?

    What do US sanctions against Russian oil companies mean for the war in Ukraine?

    Reuters A general view shows the oil refinery of the Lukoil company in Volgograd, Russia.Reuters

    New sanctions announced by the US have blacklisted Russia’s two largest oil producers

    US President Donald Trump announced “tremendous” new sanctions against two of Russia’s largest oil companies on Wednesday, in a bid to pressurise Moscow…

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  • The new AI imperative in manufacturing

    The new AI imperative in manufacturing

    How the new wave of AI is disrupting manufacturing operations, and how to benefit from it.

    As digital technologies, and particularly artificial intelligence (AI) evolve at unprecedented pace, the shift toward AI-driven manufacturing is now a pressing reality. This transition is reshaping how plants are designed, operated, and maintained.

    From Capgemini’s perspective, AI in manufacturing represents a transformative convergence of technologies, involving data standards, generative and agentic AI, Edge capabilities high-speed connectivity, simulation, and robotic advancements. It embodies a profound rethinking of processes, operations, and collaboration. It aims to build factories that are more efficient, worker-centric, sustainable, and flexible to adapt to disruptions. This revolution is reshaping the role of people – assisted by AI agents, empowered with the right insights to deliver innovation at speed – while more repetitive tasks get automated.  

    Capgemini’s unique approach, leveraged by our strategic alliance with Microsoft, plays a pivotal role in how we help organizations embrace AI-driven manufacturing at scale. This collaboration combines our deep industry expertise and transformation capabilities with Microsoft’s cutting-edge technologies to deliver agile, secure, and scalable solutions, tailored to our clients’ needs. Together with our clients, we accelerate digital transformation, unlock real-time data intelligence, and build connected, adaptative production environments.

    Together with Microsoft, Capgemini helps manufacturers reimagine what is possible, empowering our clients to move faster, operate smarter, and build a more sustainable future. The time to act is now.

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  • Will 27 October be a Public Holiday in Pakistan?

    Will 27 October be a Public Holiday in Pakistan?

    As October 27 approaches, many Pakistanis are asking whether the day — observed annually as Kashmir Black Day — will be declared a public holiday.

    The government of Pakistan, however, has not included October 27 in its official list of…

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  • OpenAI-Backed Creative Studio Raises $12 Million as It Eyes AI Content Drive

    OpenAI-Backed Creative Studio Raises $12 Million as It Eyes AI Content Drive

    Wonder Studios, an artificial-intelligence creative studio backed by OpenAI and Google DeepMind executives, has raised $12 million in seed funding to expand its production amid a growing trend toward use of AI in the entertainment industry.

    The…

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  • Christmas Island shrew officially declared extinct: IUCN

    Christmas Island shrew officially declared extinct: IUCN

    The Christmas Island shrew, a tiny mammal once found only on the Australian island of the same name, has been declared officially extinct. It’s at least the fourth small mammal…

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  • Israel’s West Bank annexation moves threatening Gaza peace deal, says Marco Rubio – Middle East live | Israel

    Israel’s West Bank annexation moves threatening Gaza peace deal, says Marco Rubio – Middle East live | Israel

    Key events

    Reuters has some more detail on the bills voted on yesterday by Israeli lawmakers mentioned in the previous post:

    A bill applying Israeli law to the occupied West Bank, a…

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  • Gedatolisib Prolongs PFS in Advanced Breast Cancer – Medscape

    1. Gedatolisib Prolongs PFS in Advanced Breast Cancer  Medscape
    2. Top 1% Celcuity Stock Shoots To Record High On Roche-Rivaling Breast Cancer Results  Investor’s Business Daily
    3. Celcuity’s Promising Results: Time to Reassess?  timothysykes.com
    4. Celcuity (CELC) Is Up 41.8% After Phase 3 Data Shows Gedatolisib Boosts Survival in Breast Cancer  simplywall.st
    5. VIKTORIA-1 Trial: Post-CDK4/6 Therapy for Endocrine-Resistant Breast Cancer  Targeted Oncology

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  • Centre’s decision on ‘fate of extremist party’ expected to come shortly, says Punjab minister – Dawn

    1. Centre’s decision on ‘fate of extremist party’ expected to come shortly, says Punjab minister  Dawn
    2. Chokehold on TLP tightens as govt assuages concerns  The Express Tribune
    3. Pakistan’s Punjab moves to ban religio-political party after…

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  • New Zealand vs England LIVE: Third T20, Auckland – cricket score & updates

    New Zealand vs England LIVE: Third T20, Auckland – cricket score & updates

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