Opera updated its AI-powered Neon browser today with a handful of welcome integrations and usability improvements. Here’s what’s new.
Neon Do agent now integrates with Google Docs
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Horse owners warned about equine herpes outbreak across southern states
Officials are warning horse owners about an ongoing outbreak of equine herpesvirus after horses across multiple southern states have tested positive following two rodeo events earlier this month.
According to the Equine Disease Communication…
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Horse owners warned about equine herpes outbreak across southern states
Officials are warning horse owners about an ongoing outbreak of equine herpesvirus after horses across multiple southern states have tested positive following two rodeo events earlier this month.
According to the Equine Disease Communication…
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“Deeply disappointed” Entain outlines hit from gambling duty changes
(Alliance News) – Entain PLC on Wednesday said it expects an earnings hit of GBP100 million and GBP150 million in 2026 and 2027 from the gambling duty changes outlined in the budget.
The Isle of Man-based sports betting and gaming operator, which owns Ladbrokes and Coral, said it was “disappointed” by the increases to UK gambling taxes.
Entain fears the tax changes will see regulated operators limited to providing a “less attractive and lower quality” customer offering compared to the unlicensed and untaxed black market.
“These disproportionate tax increases will have a detrimental impact on the economic contribution of the gambling industry, put jobs at risk, reduce funding for sports, and benefit the black market,” the firm said in a statement.
Entain estimates the changes to remote gaming duty and general betting duty will cost its UK&I online business around GBP200 million, before any mitigations.
Entain expects to mitigate around 25% of this impact through actions including reducing marketing and promotions, commencing immediately alongside the implementation of the tax changes.
This equates to an earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation impact of around GBP100 million in financial 2026, which Entain said was 8% of the total Ebitda consensus, rising to GBP150 million from 2027.
In 2024, Entain reported Ebitda of GBP1.09 billion.
In addition, “as a high-quality scale operator, Entain anticipates benefiting from capturing market share as others are now forced to exit the UK market.”
Entain said it is “well positioned to absorb such regulatory and tax changes whilst continuing to deliver sustainable growth.”
Chief Executive Stella David commented: “We are deeply disappointed by today’s decision to punitively increase UK gambling taxes, putting at risk an industry which already contributes GBP7 billion annually to the UK economy and supports over 100,000 jobs across the country.
“Disproportionately increasing gambling taxes will not only have a detrimental impact on our industry but also heightens the risk for customers. As seen in other countries, punitive tax increases often lead to lower tax revenues overall, whilst also driving players to illegal, unregulated operators with no player protections.
“The government must now urgently tackle the black market and the consequences of today’s decision.”
Shares in Entain closed 5.0% higher at 784.10 each in London on Thursday.
By Jeremy Cutler, Alliance News reporter
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Earthquakes Did Something Unexpected to Life Deep Beneath Yellowstone
Researchers have investigated how earthquakes impacted underground life in Yellowstone, where they thrive far from the Sun’s warmth and energy.
In a study published yesterday in the journal PNAS Nexus, a team studied how small…
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Smart Girl Dumb Questions: Casey Dreier…
Sarah Al-Ahmed:
Smart Girl Dumb Questions interviews our Chief of Space Policy this week on Planetary Radio. I’m Sarah Al-Ahmed of The Planetary Society with more of the human adventure across our solar system and beyond. This week, while the…Continue Reading
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University of Hawaiʻi Researchers Map Physics Behind Paste-Like 3D Printing
A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa mechanical engineering researcher has co-authored a comprehensive review addressing the challenges of printing with paste-like materials and how a deeper understanding of the underlying…
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A Reunion Of Art And Friendship
Vincent van Gogh, Self -Portrait with Pipe and Straw Hat , 1887. Oil on canvas, 41.9 cm x 30.1 cm.
© Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam (Vincent van Gogh Foundation)
At the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Van Gogh and the Roulins. Together Again at Last…
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Boeing to Build 96 AH-64E Apache Helicopters for Poland
– Deliveries are expected to begin in 2028
– Poland is the 19th global operator of the Apache, and will have the largest fleet outside of the U.S.MESA, Ariz., Nov. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] will produce AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for international customers, including 96 for the Polish Armed Forces, under a Foreign Military Sales contract awarded by the U.S. Army valued at nearly $4.7 billion. Poland’s order represents the largest number of Apache aircraft ordered outside of the United States in the program’s history.
With deliveries expected to begin in 2028, the Polish Ministry of National Defence (MND) is already training pilots and maintainers on the attack helicopter. The MND currently leases eight aircraft from the U.S. Army.
“This important agreement allows us to begin building one of the largest and most formidable Apache fleets that the world has ever seen,” said Christina Upah, vice president of Boeing’s Attack Helicopter Programs. “Working closely with the Polish Armed Forces, we’re focused on disciplined execution to help enhance Poland’s defense capabilities and keep up with the strong demand for the most advanced attack helicopter.”
Through an offset agreement announced last year between Boeing and the Polish MND, local industry will play a key role in performing maintenance and support of the Apache fleet. Boeing will also establish training programs and help develop a composite laboratory.
Boeing recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apache’s first flight at its Mesa production facility. Today’s E-model Apache has evolved to become the most proven, advanced configuration that brings unmatched lethality, survivability, connectivity and interoperability to the battlefield. In recent months, Boeing has delivered new Apaches to customers around the world, including the Australian Army, Indian Army and Royal Moroccan Air Force. Poland is the 19th global operator.
There are currently more than 1,300 Apaches operating worldwide, with sustainment and training support provided by Boeing Global Services.
A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.
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Afternoon Tea With Kate Winslet and the Cast of ‘Goodbye June’
At afternoon tea with Kate Winslet and Andrea Riseborough, it’s a case of waiting your turn.
The beloved British actresses were in central London Tuesday for a screening and informal discussion about their upcoming Netflix film Goodbye…
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