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Black Forest Labs has announced Flux 3 Action, a 7-billion-parameter open-weight world action model designed for robots, published on Hugging Face. The release extends the Flux family beyond image generation into robotics, giving developers an openly available model for training robot behaviour. Early reaction is concentrated among AI and robotics practitioners discussing the small parameter count and open weights.

Italians are searching for information about influenza ahead of the September 2026 season. Italian media report that around 262 respiratory viruses are expected to circulate this autumn, with advice on how to strengthen the immune system and protect against infection. Coverage focuses on which viruses are arriving, symptoms to watch for and prevention measures as the new season begins.

Oregon health officials are calling on residents to get vaccinated before the respiratory virus season arrives, according to Oregon Public Broadcasting. The push comes as flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses typically rise in the fall and winter months, and officials are encouraging timely shots to reduce severe illness and pressure on hospitals.

The Takeout has rounded up cooking advice from 11 celebrity chefs on how to make perfectly fluffy scrambled eggs. The tips reportedly cover techniques like heat control, whisking, and when to add butter, cream, or seasoning, offering home cooks a range of approaches to a breakfast staple.

A writer spent 30 days following every health and nutrition recommendation pushed by MAHA movement influencers — from raw dairy-style diets to supplement regimens — and documented the results. The experiment is drawing large attention as Americans debate the 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda promoted by figures aligned with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., with viewers weighing whether the wellness advice holds up under real-world testing.

An aircraft flying to Tel Aviv transmitted a hijacking signal, prompting Israel to scramble fighter jets in response. The incident triggered alert procedures and speculation about the aircraft's status, with German-speaking media covering the security response. Details about the plane, its passengers and the cause of the signal remained limited in initial reports.

New observations from NASA's Juno spacecraft show the intricate fluid dynamics at Jupiter's north pole, where a stable ring of circumpolar cyclones has persisted. Each storm system is nearly the size of Earth, and the findings highlight how these massive atmospheric vortices remain organised without merging, deepening scientists' understanding of giant planet weather.

Speakers at the World Leaders Forum, held at Columbia University, took part in a panel titled 'AI + Culture', discussing the growing influence of artificial intelligence on society and the arts. The conversation centred on the 'democratization' of AI — the idea that powerful AI tools are becoming widely accessible — and what that means for culture, creativity and global leadership.

Local authorities have declared states of emergency in three southern counties following an outbreak of dengue fever. The declarations allow officials to deploy emergency resources for mosquito control and to urge residents to take precautions against bites. Health officials are working to contain the spread of the mosquito-borne illness, which can cause severe flu-like symptoms.

An attorney working to overturn New York City's rent freeze attempted to influence the Rent Guidelines Board's previous vote, according to the board's former chair. The allegation adds a new dimension to the legal and political fight over the city's rent stabilization rules, raising questions about outside pressure on the panel that sets annual rent adjustments for stabilized apartments.

Bank of America holds an annual technology summit that brings together the bank's leadership and emerging tech startups. The bank's chief technology and information officer says the event helps the lender assess how potential partners are innovating and directly informs its technology and partnership strategy.

New research published in Science shows that random, short-term fluctuations in Arctic winter clouds can push the region between two distinct radiative states, affecting how much heat escapes to space. The findings suggest cloud variability plays a larger role in Arctic climate sensitivity than previously assumed, with potential implications for modeling winter warming in the polar north.

A family in Falls Church, Virginia, is drawing attention for its approach to keeping their home germ-free during flu season. The item highlights household hygiene routines aimed at reducing the spread of illness among family members. Details about the family's specific practices, and why their story has attracted attention beyond the local area, remain unclear.

A new A-Level physics study resource on fluid drag, Stokes' law and terminal velocity has been shared for students preparing for Cambridge International CAIE A-Level and IGCSE Physics exams. The guide focuses on non-uniform acceleration and includes full mark schemes to help learners practise exam-style questions. It is aimed at students revising these commonly tested mechanics topics.

Blizzard says Diablo 5, still in development, will take 'a somewhat different approach' to level-scaling than Diablo 4, with the design seemingly drawing more influence from Diablo 2. Fans are weighing in on what a return to older systems could mean for the series' progression and difficulty, as Blizzard gradually reveals core mechanics for the next entry in the action-RPG franchise.

Major US food and agriculture corporations are funding a campaign that pays social media influencers to counter elements of Robert F Kennedy Jr's health agenda under the Trump-aligned MAGA movement. The Guardian describes the industry as 'freaked out' by the direction of policy, and the disclosure of paid influencers is drawing attention to how corporate interests are shaping the public debate.

Ford's chief executive has urged caution over Chinese automakers, pointing to their growing influx into the European market. The remarks highlight concern among established Western carmakers about intensifying competition from low-cost Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers expanding abroad.

Solidion Technology has issued an open letter addressed directly to shareholders of Flux Power Inc., the battery manufacturer traded on NASDAQ under the ticker FLUX. The letter was distributed via PR Newswire. The contents of the letter and the response from Flux Power or its investors have not been disclosed, so the motive behind the public appeal remains to be seen.

Pittsburgh's newest Downtown theater company, Confluence Theater, has announced its 2027 programming, and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette published an analysis drawing three conclusions about the company's direction from the lineup. The announcement is being read as a signal of the young company's ambitions for its place in the city's Downtown arts scene.

The US food industry, described as 'freaked out' by the Make America Healthy Again movement, is reportedly funding and coordinating social media influencers to counter criticism of processed foods and additives. The pushback comes as Maha, aligned with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., pressures companies over food safety and nutrition, prompting a quiet public-relations offensive aimed at shaping online opinion.