1Sciencenewsy-today.com
How Spaceflight Rewires the Human Brain: Astronauts Adapt to Weightlessness - Newsy Today
Long-duration spaceflight can lead to significant neurological adaptations, including brain fluid shifts and sensory reorganization as the human brain attempts to function without gravity. These changes, like speech difficulty experienced by astronaut Mike Fincke on the International Space Station, have led to increased risk of transient neurological events during extended missions. MRI scans revealed three consistent physical and functional changes, including an enlarged brain, a flattened pituitary gland, and a swelling optic nerves and the shape of the eyeball. A 2026 JAMA case series indicated that these structural changes can persist for months after returning to Earth. The study also found that astronauts on their second long-duration mission did not show progression of these changes. As space agencies plan for nine-month transits to Mars, understanding these brain shifts pose a risk of acute medical emergencies is a priority for deep-space medicine.
2Politicslawenforcementtoday.com
The Long-Awaited Supreme Court Fight Over AR-15 Bans Is Finally Here
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments challenging bans on the sale of Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs). These petitions were relisted several times before the Supreme Court granted cert. They challenge Cook County, Illinois and Connecticut's respective bans on MSR possession. NSSF argues that firearms in common use are protected by the Second Amendment and cannot be banned unless the government can prove the ban fits with history and tradition of firearm regulation. The firearm industry, gun owners, Second Amendment supporters, and constitutional watchdogs are excited about this decision. Gun control groups are also expressing concern about potential carnage.
3Techeinpresswire.com
Governor Abbott Announces Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant To Texas Instruments
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that a $33.6 million grant has been extended to Texas Instruments (TI) for expanded capacity and technology investments at their 300mm semiconductor wafer fab in Richardson. The project is expected to total $700 million in capital investment. Governor Abbott praised Texas Instruments' long-term investment in the state, stating that this expansion advances Texas' leadership in semiconductor manufacturing. Texas Instruments, a Fortune 500 company, is the birthplace of the world's first commercial silicon transistor in 1954 and the inventor of the integrated circuit in 1958. The company produces analog and embedded processing chips that are critical for satellites, vehicles, and nearly every other electronic device.
4Healthen.ultimasnoticias.com.ve
June "melted" thermometers in Europe and broke high temperature records
The European continent is experiencing one of the most severe climate crises in its modern history. Last June, Western Europe experienced its highest recorded temperatures, making it the warmest June ever documented. The average temperature in France was 22,7°C, surpassing historical records set in 2003 and 2025. This has left a trail of destruction, infrastructure collapse, and an alarming death toll. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported over 1.300 additional deaths directly linked to high temperatures in Europe since June 21. The WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has described heat stress as a "holistic killer". The heat wave that hit Germany in late June caused over 4,000 deaths, and Belgium reported an excess mortality of 1.747 people between June 18 and July 1, the highest figure ever recorded during a heat wave in the country. The combination of extreme temperatures, high humidity, and tropical nights has led to critical failures in public services.
5Financebankb.it
Beijing's acts dilute impact of South China Sea award, Manila's lawyer says
The article is published by the Associated Press, along with numerous other publications. The Associated Press. The article also mentions the potential for a lawsuit against the government, which seeks to prevent future discrimination in the United States. The author's name is believed to be an attempt to maintain the integrity of the American public.
6Sportseuropesays.com
WNBA commissioner on Valkyries: ‘They’ve really helped raise the bar’ - United States
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has praised the Golden State Valkyries, the first women's professional sports franchise to reach a $1 billion valuation from CNBC, for their success. She acknowledged her skepticism about the team's choice of violet as one of their primary colors before the franchise's inaugural 2025 season. Despite her tenure at the WNBA being turbulent, Engelbert acknowledged that the team is the league's biggest success story. She praised the Valkyry's success and impact on the rest of the league, particularly in driving revenue and creating a winning culture. Despite a contentious labor dispute and public spat with Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, she also acknowledged the team’s success. The team's success has also been attributed to its success in selling out every home game at Chase Center and helping to build momentum for the league.
7Techmarketscreener.com
SK Hynix Confirms $26.51 Billion Raised Through ADR Offering
SK Hynix has raised $26.51 billion by issuing American depositary receipts (ADR) in what would be the largest share sale by a non-U.S. company on Wall Street. The company plans to issue 177.9 million ADRs, with 10 ADRs representing one common share, and plans to use the proceeds to expand its chip-making facilities in South Korea and purchase equipment such as ASML's extreme ultraviolet scanners. The ADR offering surpasses the $25 billion record raised by Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba in 2014.
8Worldkltv.com
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing said ‘he wishes he hadn’t done it,’ roommate says in video
Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has been charged with aggravated murder and has not entered a plea. A recording from his roommate, Lance Twiggs, revealed that Robinson told him he wished he hadn't done it the day after Kirk was shot in the neck while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University. The incident occurred in their apartment in southern Utah, more than 200 miles from where Kirk was killed. Robinson allegedly posted "it was me at UVU yesterday" in a chat room on the Discord social media platform, according to investigators and messages shown by prosecutors. The defense had argued against the release of these statements, arguing that they would undermine Robinson's right to a fair trial. Prosecutors allege that Robinson confessed to killing Kirk in a note to Twiggs that read: "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it."
9Businessasiae.co.kr
Allegations of Unfair Treatment After Parental Leave: President Lee Orders Thorough Investigation, IKEA Says "No Disadvantage to Employee" - The Asia Business Daily
President Lee Jaemyung has ordered a thorough investigation into allegations that IKEA Korea demoted an employee who returned from parental leave and pressured them to resign. The Ministry of Labor has been investigating Isabel Puig, CEO of IkeA Korea, since April on charges of violating the Gender Equality Employment Act. The employee was demoted from an executive position to a regular staff role and subsequently filed a complaint alleging violations. IKEa Korea stated that no disadvantageous measures have been taken against the employee mentioned in the article and that the employee's employment relationship remains unchanged.
10Healtheuropesays.com
Cyclosporiasis in New York climbs to 394 cases since May 1 – NBC New York - United States
An outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea, has sickened nearly 400 people in New York City since May 1, according to state health officials. The majority of these cases have been in New Yorkers, with 273 in the five boroughs and 121 in the rest of the state. The Department of Health has urged New Yorkers to be aware of the best practices to prevent Cyclospora and other infections common in summer months. Michigan has seen nearly 1,000 cases in this outbreak, making it the largest outbreak in the state's history and the nation's largest in years. The disease, cyclospora, is not usually life-threatening and is typically treated with antibiotics. The parasite causes watery diarrhea and spreads through feces, usually caused by consuming fruits or vegetables exposed to feces-contaminated irrigation water. There is no evidence that the parasite has evolved to become infectious.
11Financeheraldsun.com
Japan's wholesale prices spike in July on higher energy costs, weak yen
Japan's wholesale prices in June surged by 7.1% from the previous year, a significant increase of 7.9% from a year ago. This increase is seen as a sign of increasing inflationary pressure from the Middle East conflict. The rise in the producer price index was faster than the median market forecast for a 6.8% increase and follows a revised 6.6% increase in May. The yen-based import price index also rose by 29.7% in June, rising from a revised 26.1%.
12Businessfinancialexpress.com
23x Growth by 2036: Meet the 3 companies chasing India’s next clean energy opportunity
India's energy storage market is entering a phase of rapid expansion, with the country expected to reach 174 GW by FY36, a 23x growth from current levels. Energy storage systems store excess electricity and supply it when demand rises, helping to manage peak loads and improve stability. The expansion of energy storage systems is crucial as renewable capacity increases. The Indian government has introduced Energy Storage Obligations, waived interstate transmission charges for eligible projects, and approved a scheme to improve project viability. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are projected to add 80 GW of capacity, equivalent to 321 GWh of storage, with four hours of storage. AGEL, India's largest renewable energy company, has a capacity of 19.3 GW across 12 resource-rich states in India and aims to achieve a total renewable capacity of 50 GW by 2030.
