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Facebook Tweet Email Link A genetically modified pig lung was transplanted into a brain-dead man and functioned for nine days, according to a newly published report. There has been some recent success transplanting pig kidneys and hearts into people, but this is believed to be the first attempt to transplant a pig lung into a human. Doctors hope this could someday be an options for people in need of organs, but experts say it won’t be any time soon. Authors from Guangzhou Medical University First Affiliated Hospital in Ching didn’t identify the patient in the study, but he’s described as…

The best theme park hotels deliver more than convenience — they create an atmosphere that holds up even after a day of immersion in the parks. At Universal Orlando Resort, that can mean mid-century beach hotel vibes at Cabana Bay Beach Resort, spacey surrealism at Stella Nova and Terra Luna, or Italian waterfront charm at Portofino Bay. I’ve stayed at nearly all of Universal Orlando’s hotels — each has its strengths — but my music-loving family had one topping our yet-to-stay list — Hard Rock Hotel. With two kids in School of Rock and all four of us guitar players, a…

Elon Musk’s X and xAI filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI on Monday, alleging that the two companies are colluding to stifle competition. “In a desperate bid to protect its smartphone monopoly, Apple has joined forces with the company that most benefits from inhibiting competition and innovation in AI: OpenAI, a monopolist in the market for generative AI chatbots,” the lawsuit reads, referring to Apple’s partnership with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into its systems. This lawsuit is part of a long series of disputes between Musk and Altman, who continue to throw public jabs at one another. Once a…

George Mason University’s efforts to diversify its workforce violate a civil rights law intended to end segregation, according to the Trump administration.Following a roughly six-week-long investigation of GMU’s hiring practices, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has found that the Northern Virginia-based university violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race in public education.To resolve the alleged violation, the department has proposed an agreement that would require Mason President Gregory Washington to issue a statement and “personal apology … for promoting unlawful discriminatory practices in hiring, promotion, and…

Facebook Tweet Email Link Paris Reuters  —  France’s minority government could be ousted next month after three main opposition parties said they would not back a confidence vote which Prime Minister Francois Bayrou announced for September 8 over his plans for sweeping budget cuts. The far-right National Rally and the Greens said they would vote against him. The Socialists, on whose vote Bayrou’s fate largely lies, said they did not see how they could back him – unless he changes tack on the budget, which they did not see as likely to happen. If he loses the confidence vote in…

Labubu toys packaging are seen at a souvenir store in Krakow, Poland on August 21, 2025. Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesEven Confucius is getting in on China’s “blind box” craze.At the main temple in Beijing to China’s greatest sage, the souvenir shops sell a range of “blind boxes,” gifts packaged in such a way that buyers don’t know exactly what variety of the item they’re purchasing until after they commit.One popular blind box at the store is an ice cream treat with a blessing from Confucius. Worshippers pay $4.50 and, only after unwrapping the dessert, read that they…

Delta Air Lines is expanding its presence at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) with three new nonstop routes and increased frequencies on existing services, reinforcing its position as Austin’s leading global carrier.Starting November 9, 2025, Delta will launch twice-daily service to Denver (DEN), providing Austin travelers with convenient access to the Rocky Mountain region for both business and recreation. Two additional routes will begin on June 7, 2026: daily service to Columbus (CMH), connecting Austin to Ohio’s growing tech and manufacturing hub, and twice-daily flights to Kansas City (MCI). All three new routes will be operated by Delta Connection partner SkyWest…

NEW YORK (AP) — Over the course of the past week across the U.S. Open’s grounds, eight couples went on their first dates — on camera.They were all part of the tournament’s newest content creation venture, “Game, Set, Matchmaker,” the most recent play for Gen Z attention from the world of Grand Slam tennis. From Wimbledon to Flushing Meadows, the sport is starting to take risks in pursuit of a new generation of fans.“We’re always looking for new ways to engage new audiences,” said Jonathan Zipper, the senior director of social media for the U.S. Tennis Association. The USTA governs…

by Lacey Pfalz Last updated: 8:00 AM ET, Sun August 24, 2025 This year is the 250th birthday of legendary author Jane Austen, and it’s a fair statement to say that more people than just the Brits are excited about it. Travelers will find a wide variety of celebrations, tour experiences, festivals or even hotel packages celebrating the widely known author of books like “Pride & Prejudice” and “Emma,” in a country-wide celebration known as Austen 250, taking place all across the regions Austen was known to have lived, visited or written about during her lifetime.  Curious to see how Britain…

The Startup Battlefield 2025 judging panel is getting even stronger. Our first wave of VCs brought serious firepower, and now we’re adding more top investors who will grill founders, unpack the big questions, and help crown this year’s $100,000 champion at TechCrunch Disrupt, October 27–29 in San Francisco’s Moscone West. Like the legendary investors who’ve judged in years past, this next group brings the insight, experience, and instincts that can change a founder’s trajectory in just one Q&A. Here’s the next set of investors ready to bring their sharpest questions to the Disrupt Stage. Secure your ticket now to save…