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A Plus One physics improvement exam revision session promising '100% sure questions' has drawn massive attention, with over 300,000 likes. The session, aimed at students in Kerala preparing to retake their higher secondary physics paper, is part of a popular exam-prep series. Students are actively sharing it ahead of the improvement examinations.

Students preparing for Iraq's fourth preparatory exams are looking at worked solutions for Chapter 1 of the biology textbook, page 16, under the 2027 curriculum. The material is being shared as study support, with learners using it to check answers and revise key concepts ahead of the school year.

China's manned deep-sea submersible Jiaolong is preparing for a new dive in the western Pacific Ocean, according to official Chinese outlets including Xinhua, China Daily and the State Council Information Office. The mission is part of China's ongoing deep-sea exploration programme, with the vessel expected to carry crewed dives to study the ocean floor. No further details about the dive site or objectives have been released.

PowerDNS has published a blog post outlining how it is preparing its DNSSEC implementation for post-quantum cryptography. As quantum computers threaten the algorithms that currently secure DNS records, DNS software developers are beginning to test larger, quantum-resistant signatures. The piece discusses the practical challenges, including bigger key sizes and the impact on DNS response sizes and resolver performance.

South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean is preparing to develop nuclear-powered submarines, according to Korean industry media. The move would position the company at the centre of any South Korean programme for nuclear-propelled submarines, a long-debated capability given regional tensions with North Korea and the country's reliance on US-built systems. Details on timelines, contracts and government decisions have not been disclosed.

The World Economic Forum argues that cities must build adaptable infrastructure to cope with an uncertain future shaped by climate change. The piece says flexible, modular systems allow urban areas to respond to shocks such as flooding, heatwaves and shifting population demands, rather than relying on rigid, one-time construction. It calls on planners and policymakers to embed adaptability into long-term urban investment decisions.

UK authorities have released a new short film, 'Missy and Stanley's Tale', aimed at helping the public understand and prepare for flooding risk. The film encourages households to check whether their area is at risk, sign up for flood warnings and make simple plans for what to do if water levels rise, as part of ongoing flood awareness efforts.

Leading AI companies including OpenAI and Anthropic are reportedly holding private wargames to prepare for risks from rogue AI agents, severe cyberattacks and coming government regulation. The exercises reportedly simulate scenarios where autonomous AI systems act outside human control, as firms weigh safety, security and regulatory pressure in the fast-moving race to deploy increasingly capable AI models.

SpaceX, Elon Musk's aerospace company, is preparing a giant financing round aimed at securing a supply of Nvidia chips and expanding its presence in artificial intelligence. The move signals Musk's push to build serious AI computing capacity, reportedly tied to data centre projects, and is drawing attention on Wall Street given the scale of capital involved and the ongoing global competition for semiconductors.

Bloomberg is giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for its New Economy Forum, the company's annual gathering of global political and business leaders focused on economic challenges. The footage shows the logistics and planning involved in staging the high-profile event, which typically draws heads of state, central bankers and executives to discuss trade, technology and growth.

Pope Leo is preparing to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule, but Vatican officials say operations continue as normal in the meantime. The announcement has drawn attention to the pontiff's health, with observers watching for updates on his condition and how long he may be away from public duties during recovery.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released the exam city intimation slips for the PET 2026 examination on its official website, upsssc.gov.in. Candidates can now log in and download their city intimation slips to check where they have been allotted to sit the test. Coaching and job-prep sites are guiding applicants through the download process ahead of the exam.

Election workers in Georgia are preparing for early voting as discussion of a possible Department of Justice intervention in election administration circulates. Voting rights advocates say the prospect of federal involvement is unsettling, raising concerns about how election offices should plan operations while questions over oversight and authority remain unresolved heading into the voting period.

Celebrity makeup artist Nina Park is preparing to launch her own beauty brand. Known for her work with high-profile clients, Park is the latest in a line of makeup artists moving from behind the scenes into entrepreneurship, a trend that has produced several successful artist-founded labels in recent years. Details about the brand's name, products and launch date have not yet been announced.

The Club de Campo in Madrid is preparing a €292,000 investment to maintain its water intake from the Manzanares river and keep irrigating its facilities. The plan touches on sensitive local issues, given ongoing debates over water use from the Manzanares, drought conditions and the environmental demands of maintaining golf courses and large green spaces in the Spanish capital.

Florida A&M University's men's golf team is getting set for a lengthy stretch of away competitions, according to the school's athletics department. The Rattlers will spend an extended period on the road as their season continues, with preparations underway for the upcoming trip.

The World Health Organization's Health Emergencies programme is holding an EPI-WIN webinar on influenza A(H9N2), covering current risks, One Health action and pandemic preparedness. The session aims to brief health professionals and the public on what is known about the virus, which circulates mainly in poultry and occasionally infects humans, and how countries should prepare for possible wider spread.

Apple Stores are preparing an unusually large rollout of iPhone demo units for launch day, according to a report from The Apple Post. The plan, referred to as a massive demo rollout, would put display devices out in force so customers can try both new models in person at launch.

Anthropic and OpenAI are reportedly preparing for scenarios in which AI agents trigger a crisis in the United States, potentially disrupting critical infrastructure such as internet access and power supply. The report highlights growing concerns among leading AI firms about the risks posed by increasingly autonomous AI systems and their possible impact on essential services.

Reports say Saudi Arabia has come under attack again as Houthi threats escalate across the region, prompting Pakistan to prepare its forces in response. The development has drawn wide attention, with commentators discussing the risk of a wider conflict in the Gulf and Pakistan's potential role in defending Saudi territory. Details of casualties or damage remain unclear.

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants has partnered with Singapore Management University to launch a programme aimed at preparing finance leaders for disruption. Announced via The Accountant Online, the initiative targets professionals facing technological and economic change in the finance sector. Further details on curriculum, duration and eligibility were not provided in the initial announcement.

The Dine Company is preparing a leadership transition, according to a report by The Business Journals. The announcement signals upcoming changes at the top of the company, though details about who will depart, who will take over, or the timing have not been made public. Little further information is available about the reasons behind the move or its expected impact on operations.