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Scientists create robot the size of a grain of salt that can dance and think

Researchers say the record-breaking robot ‘opens the door to a whole new future for robotics’

The Independent UK

Risks young chimps take as they swing through the trees underscore role of protective parenting in humans

Adolescents are known for risky behavior, with teenagers in the U.S. more likely than younger children to die from injury. But what’s responsible for this uptick in risk-taking around puberty?

The Conversation

World’s smallest autonomous robots are 'smaller than a grain of salt,' cost one penny apiece — researchers expect new micron-scale fully-programmable robots to be used in medicine, microscale manufacturing, and other areas

Fully programmable, autonomous robots 'smaller than a grain of salt' have been developed by research teams from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan.

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Elon Musk to Become a Trillionaire by Year-End? Net Worth Surged $277B In a Week to $750B

Elon Musk's net worth approaches $750 billion after a Delaware court restores his $55 billion Tesla pay package, propelling him closer to becoming a trillionaire.

International Business Times UK

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

A national survey shows teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows

The Independent UK

University of Michigan Official Statement On Sherrone Moore Charges: Campus Says It Fired Him 'With Cause' After Internal Investigation

University of Michigan says it fired coach Sherrone Moore with cause after an internal probe, as criminal charges followed and legal proceedings now continue.

International Business Times UK

Michigan expands investigation after firing Sherrone Moore, AP source says

The law firm hired by the University of Michigan to investigate former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with a staffer will continue its probe of the program and is prepared to expand its inquiry throughout the athletic department

The Independent UK

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DoorDash driver allegedly at center of major college football scandal in Michigan

Here's what's known about the viral DoorDash story.

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Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore ‘terrorized’ his ex after losing job as he’s charged with home invasion, court hears

The ex-head coach for the Michigan Wolverines was fired from his job over claims of an ‘inappropriate relationship’ with a member of staff

The Independent UK

Sherrone Moore Staffer Scandal Lost Him $6M In 12 Hours: Here's What Happened

Michigan fires Sherrone Moore over staffer affair and assault claims, costing him £4.5 million salary and £10.5 million buyout in 12 hours

International Business Times UK

Is Paige Shiver Pregnant? Quick Facts On Sherrone Moore's Rumoured Mistress Who Was Given A 55% Raise And Allegedly With Child

Speculation surrounds staffer Paige Shiver after Sherrone Moore's dismissal, but claims about her involvement or pregnancy remain unverified amid ongoing rumours.

International Business Times UK

'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' rarities are in Lawrence Kasdan's university archive

Documents that detail Lawrence Kasdan’s career have been donated to the University of Michigan, the writer and director’s alma mater

The Independent UK

Stocks Keep Climbing as Fed Meeting Nears: Stock Market Today

A stale inflation report and improving consumer sentiment did little to shift expectations for a rate cut next week.

Kiplinger

Big Ten denies Michigan regent's claim of coercion over $2.4 billion investment plan

The Big Ten Conference has denied claims by a University of Michigan regent that Commissioner Tony Petitti threatened the school over a $2.4 billion investment plan

The Independent UK

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The Conversation

What is Fusarium graminearum, the fungus a Chinese scientist pleaded guilty to smuggling into the US?

A Chinese plant scientist at the University of Michigan who drew national attention in June 2025 when she was arrested and accused along with another Chinese scientist of smuggling a crop-damaging fungus into the U.S. pleaded guilty on Nov. 12, 2025, to charges of smuggling and making false statements to…

The Independent UK

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith honors Midwest roots with U. of Michigan music scholarship

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith is gifting a need-based music scholarship to the University of Michigan

The Guardian - US

Herbal supplements were supposed to make them healthier. Instead, they got sick

Common compounds like turmeric and ashwagandha can overwhelm the liver and lead to health complications

Space

This fleet of sungazing spacecraft could help spot 'space tornadoes' headed towards Earth

Four proposed sun-gazing spacecraft, working together, could help speed up space weather warnings by 40%, a new study suggests.

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Benzinga

Dow Surges 150 Points; US Consumer Sentiment Edges Lower

U.S. stocks traded higher this morning, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 150 points on Friday.

The Guardian - US

Gaza and Ice protesters exposed to teargas in the US report disrupted menstrual cycles

Toxic crowd-control chemicals used in Michigan and LA have caused long-lasting health effects, activists say

Benzinga

Easy Income Portfolio: September 2025 Update

Market and Economic BackdropSeptember has been a month of mixed signals across global markets. Inflation remains sticky, with shelter, services, and insurance costs continuing to put upward pressure on consumer prices. The Federal Reserve has signaled patience but has not yet delivered the long-anticipated rate cuts. Long-term Treasury yields remain…

The Texas Tribune

Champions of truth and democracy, the Tribune’s fall fellows are eager to represent and serve Texas

Student fellows support vital initiatives like the Texas Tribune Festival and provide in-depth coverage of key issues.

The Mary Sue

‘AND YOU LET HIM’: Nashville man doesn’t get out of car while wife pumps gas. Then another man approaches

Recently, the University of Michigan found that there are slightly more women drivers than men, with women making up 51% of all drivers. However, despite this, female drivers are still treated as a novelty. This Nashville-based couple found that out first-hand when the wife started pumping gas at the gas…

The Independent UK

White House stonewalls when pressed to explain Trump’s implausible Unabomber story

Press Secretary offers non-answer when asked about Trump’s impossible claim that his MIT professor uncle once taught future killer Ted Kaczynski — who never attended MIT

The Independent UK

University of Michigan faces federal investigation after two Chinese students arrested for smuggling biological materials

The University of Michigan is under federal scrutiny after two Chinese scientists linked to the school were separately charged with smuggling biological materials into the United States.

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