Jules Von Hep and Mark Beverlo, a gay couple, detail their challenging and costly journey to parenthood through surrogacy. After failed attempts and high expenses in the UK, they turned to commercial surrogacy in Mexico, finding it more professional and transparent despite ethical concerns surrounding the practice.
CuspAI, a Cambridge-based AI startup, secured $450m (£330m) in Series B funding from investors including Jeff Bezos and the UK government, valuing it at $2.6bn. The company aims to develop AI-powered software to discover new materials, reducing research times and reliance on rare metals for chipmakers and other industries.
Le Borse europee, dopo un avvio negativo, mostrano un rialzo trainato da tecnologici ed energia, mentre Teheran annuncia la prosecuzione degli sforzi diplomatici con gli Stati Uniti. Milano segna un +0,13%, lo spread Btp-Bund scende, e i prezzi di petrolio e gas mostrano andamenti misti.
Veronica Diquattro è stata nominata CEO di Gedi Digital e Head of Innovation per il Gruppo Gedi, con inizio incarico il 1° ottobre 2026. Guiderà la strategia digitale e la trasformazione tecnologica, portando la sua esperienza da Omio, Dazn, Spotify e Google.
Ferran Torres scored in extra time, securing Spain's World Cup victory against Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium. The decisive goal, Spain's 20th shot, came after a dominant performance and vindicated coach Luis de la Fuente's faith in his team.
Scientists utilized a cutting-edge RUSH3D-HR microscope to observe electroacupuncture's ability to suppress immune cell movement to inflammation sites in mouse spleens, providing real-time evidence of its anti-inflammatory mechanisms and potential for future biological research.
South Korea's Samsung Biologics made an all-cash bid of 1.46 billion Swiss francs ($1.8 billion) for Switzerland's PolyPeptide Group. This acquisition, the largest biopharma M&A in South Korea's history, aims to diversify Samsung's portfolio into fast-growing peptide therapeutics, including obesity treatments, and expand its global footprint.
AI innovators and entrepreneurs convened in Hong Kong to discuss fostering a global entrepreneurial ecosystem through collaboration and knowledge sharing, aiming to transcend geopolitical disagreements.
Seven developing countries, including Pakistan and Ethiopia, are now using China's AI-powered Mazu weather warning system on the ground to enhance preparedness for natural disasters like typhoons and rainstorms, with 40 Global South countries testing its cloud version.
Scientists at Washington State University discovered fruit flies completely rebuild their internal biological clocks to switch into a separate seasonal mode. This genetic 'winter lock' keeps insects in a low-activity state, offering insights for agricultural pest control and understanding seasonal human health conditions.
Migraine understanding has advanced significantly, moving from ancient remedies and outdated theories to identifying the trigeminovascular system and CGRP as key causes. New CGRP-blocking drugs offer revolutionary treatment, though access and awareness remain challenges, as highlighted by Professor Alexandra Sinclair.
A new era of content discovery, AI Optimization (AIO), is emerging as AI models like ChatGPT and Perplexity become primary search tools. This shift requires content creators to optimize for AI-generated responses, distinct from traditional SEO, to capture growing organic traffic.
President Xi Jinping opened China's 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, elevating its status and signaling AI's role as a technological imperative and cornerstone of China's geopolitical strategy amid US tech restrictions.
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake in Peru's Andes region killed at least six people, injured over 30, and displaced 300. The quake, centered near Sicaya in Huancayo province, caused significant structural damage, exacerbated by traditional adobe construction.
Um terremoto de magnitude 7,4 atingiu Puerto Madero, México, a uma profundidade de 10 km, causando evacuações em Villahermosa e sendo sentido na Guatemala e El Salvador.
At least six people died and 21 were injured after two earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 5.1 and 3.7, struck Peru's Chupaca province in the Junin region. The quakes destroyed 48 homes and damaged 18, affecting around 300 residents who are now receiving tents.
Il Parco archeologico del Colosseo introduce Sypeah, una piattaforma web sviluppata con l'Agenzia spaziale italiana che usa dati satellitari, droni e telerilevamento per monitorare e manutenere il patrimonio. Il sistema valuta la vulnerabilità dei monumenti per mitigarne gli effetti dei cambiamenti climatici.
강릉 기후관측소가 세계기상기구(WMO)의 100년 관측소로 신규 지정되었다. 1911년 설치된 이래 110년 이상의 관측 자료는 한국 기후 변화 이해에 중요한 역할을 하며, 국제적 가치를 인정받았다.
Lekarz sądowy Dystryktu Kolumbii ustalił, że przyczyną śmierci senatora Lindseya Grahama było rozwarstwienie aorty. Ostateczny akt zgonu zostanie wydany po badaniach toksykologicznych. Graham zmarł nagle po powrocie z Kijowa.
Il turismo si sposta dalle grandi città d'arte ai borghi italiani, con soggiorni medi più lunghi (+46%) e una spesa media per prenotazione aumentata del 74%. Molise, Basilicata e Sicilia guidano la crescita.
Tropical Storm Bavi, after causing widespread evacuations and flight cancellations along China's east coast, has moved inland over Anhui province. While some services are resuming, high winds and heavy rain are expected to persist.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg discussed using AI to accelerate medical research while wearing a vintage $2 million Rolex 6062 "Stelline." The watch, known for its moonphase complication, was seen during a podcast interview where Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan detailed their Biohub initiative's goals.
Nesta Copa do Mundo, o índice de acerto de pênaltis está em 65%, o menor em 60 anos. Craques como Messi e Mbappé erraram cobranças, evidenciando a pressão e dificuldade do momento.
La senatrice Roberta Pinotti, presidente del Polo Nazionale della Subacquea, sottolinea l'importanza strategica dei dati sottomarini e l'obiettivo di raggiungere la sovranità tecnologica italiana nel settore.
