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Technology

Meta deal will help plastics recycling startup MacroCycle build its first factory

Meta is giving plastic recycling a boost in a new deal with startup MacroCycle, which is building its first commercial plant.
TechCrunch
U.S. Politics

Beyer calls on FAA to suspend AI system for DC-area airports: ‘Guinea pigs’

A top Democrat is calling on the Trump administration to halt the implementation of a new artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to streamline air travel. Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) warned that the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new AI tool, which aims to eliminate flight delays and cancellations, is being launched without assurances of public safety....
The Hill
Science

White House move to seize control of NIH grant decisions upsets senators and scientists

Budget chief Russell Vought reportedly wants more power to veto DEI-related funding
Science Magazine

Why United Nations says US boat strikes may be ‘crimes against humanity’

Washington justifies the attacks as necessary to halt the flow of lethal drugs into the US.
Al Jazeera

Paramount settles lawsuit with US states, clearing way for $110bn merger with Warner Bros

The deal includes an agreement to produce 30 films a year, or Paramount will be forced to sell off parts of its company.
BBC Business

McDonald's is hosting an investor day as its U.S. business struggles. Here are 4 things to expect

The presentation comes as McDonald's U.S. business disappointed in its most recent quarter.
CNBC