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Health officials are investigating an outbreak of a parasitic illness that has sickened 14 people, with cases linked to a swimming pool at a McMenamins property in Oregon. The parasite, likely cryptosporidium, spreads in chlorinated water and causes gastrointestinal illness. Authorities are urging anyone with symptoms to avoid public pools while the investigation continues.
- 2McDonald's Turns to AI to Set Burger PricesβMcDonald's Is Using AI to Dynamically Price Its Burgers
McDonald's is rolling out artificial intelligence to adjust menu prices dynamically, including items like the Big Mac. The move means customers could see prices for the same burger change depending on demand and other factors. The story is drawing wide attention and debate, with critics questioning whether algorithmic pricing is fair to consumers and others viewing it as the next step in restaurant automation.
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Boston Dynamics has unveiled a new version of its humanoid robot Atlas equipped with hands, marking a step forward in the machine's ability to manipulate objects. The robotics company shared footage demonstrating the upgraded Atlas, drawing a large audience and widespread discussion about how close humanoids are getting to practical, human-like dexterity in real-world work.
- 4Parasite outbreak tied to McMenamins pool sickens 14βΌ14 sickened in parasite outbreak tied to McMenamins pool in Bothell
Health officials are investigating a cryptosporidium-style parasite outbreak linked to a swimming pool at McMenamins Anderson School in Bothell, Washington, with 14 people reporting illness after swimming. Cases were spread through contaminated pool water, and authorities are urging anyone with symptoms such as diarrhea to avoid swimming for two weeks. The venue is cooperating with public health officials.
- 5Ethiopia-Sudan conflict spreads beyond Tigray, raising proxy war fearsβπ UPDATE Ethiopia-Sudan Conflict Dynamics and Proxy War Risks The conflict in Ethiopia has expanded beyond the Tigray re
The conflict in Ethiopia has expanded beyond the Tigray region, with old rivalries, territorial disputes and new alliances reshaping dynamics in northern Ethiopia. Analysts warn the spillover toward Sudan risks drawing outside powers in and turning the war into a regional proxy conflict, compounding an already volatile situation along the two countries' border.
- 6Los Angeles Times bombing anniversary recalls 21 killed in 1910βToday in Labor History October 1, 1910: Twenty-one people were killed when the Los Angeles Times building was dynamited
On October 1, 1910, a dynamite blast destroyed the Los Angeles Times building during an ongoing labor dispute, killing twenty-one people. Anarchists were immediately blamed for the attack, which came amid a bitter, prolonged battle between the Iron Workers Union and U.S. Steel. The bombing remains one of the deadliest incidents in American labor history.
- 7Ethiopia and Sudan Trade Accusations as Proxy War Fears Growββ‘ NEWS Ethiopia-Sudan Conflict Dynamics and Proxy War Risks Ethiopia and Sudan are exchanging accusations regarding thei
Ethiopia and Sudan are exchanging accusations over their respective armed conflicts, with analysts warning that conflict dynamics in the Horn of Africa could worsen tensions between the two neighbours. Commentary is focusing on the risk that the dispute could escalate into a wider proxy conflict, drawing in armed groups and further destabilising an already volatile region.
- 8Cryptosporidium outbreak at McMenamins pool sickens 14 in WashingtonβΌ14 people got sick after Cryptosporidium outbreak at McMenamins Pool in Washington
Fourteen people fell ill following a Cryptosporidium outbreak linked to a swimming pool at McMenamins in Washington state. The parasite, commonly spread through contaminated recreational water, causes gastrointestinal illness. Health officials are investigating the source and urging swimmers to avoid pools when experiencing diarrhea, as the parasite is resistant to chlorine. Local coverage is tracking whether more cases emerge.
- 9Boston Dynamics equips Atlas humanoid with new four-finger handβΌBoston Dynamics gives Atlas humanoid new four-finger hand for complex industrial tasks
Boston Dynamics has unveiled a new four-fingered hand for its Atlas humanoid robot, designed to let the machine handle complex industrial tasks with greater dexterity. The upgrade marks a step toward deploying humanoids in real factory and warehouse work, and robotics watchers are weighing what it means for the race to automate physically demanding jobs.
- 10Boston Dynamics reveals new humanoid robotic hand without a pinkieβBoston Dynamics drops pinkie on new humanoid hand
Boston Dynamics has unveiled a redesigned humanoid robotic hand that features only four fingers, dropping the pinkie from its previous design. The company says the change improves durability and grasping reliability for industrial tasks. Robotics watchers are debating whether four-fingered hands are enough for human-like manipulation or a sign that robots need not copy human anatomy exactly.
- 11New vulnerability disclosed in Dynamic Web Lab Team Manager pluginβΌπ¨ EUVD-2025-30618 π Score: 5.3/10 (CVSS v3.1) π¦ Product: Team Manager π’ Vendor: Dynamic Web Lab π Published: 2025-09-22
A medium-severity vulnerability, tracked as EUVD-2025-30618, was published on 22 September 2025 affecting the Team Manager plugin for WordPress by vendor Dynamic Web Lab. The flaw, scored 5.3 out of 10 under CVSS v3.1, is a missing authorization issue that could let attackers exploit incorrectly configured access controls. An update to the entry was recorded on 2 October 2026.
- 12Wave of church closings set to reshape American religionβΌA looming βtsunamiβ of church closings is poised to remake America
CNN reports that a looming 'tsunami' of church closures is poised to remake America, warning that thousands of houses of worship could shut their doors in the coming years. The story points to declining attendance, aging congregations and financial strain as forces converging on churches across the country, with the closures expected to reshape neighborhoods, community life and the nation's religious landscape.
- 13Boston Dynamics unveils four-finger hand for Atlas robotβBoston Dynamics unveils new four-finger hand for Atlas humanoid robot
Boston Dynamics has introduced a new four-fingered hand designed for its Atlas humanoid robot. The attachment is intended to expand Atlas's manipulation abilities beyond what its previous grippers allowed. Coverage in the robotics industry highlights the design as a step toward humanoids performing more delicate, human-style tasks, though detailed specifications and commercial availability have not been disclosed.
- 14Cryptosporidium outbreak linked to McMenamins pool sickens 14β14 people sick after crypto-sporidium outbreak linked to McMenamins pool
Health officials are investigating a cryptosporidium outbreak that has sickened 14 people, linked to a swimming pool at a McMenamins property in Washington state. The parasite, commonly spread in contaminated recreational water, causes gastrointestinal illness. The pool's role in the infections has prompted attention to water safety and inspection practices at the popular Pacific Northwest chain.