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White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has drawn attention after telling Canadian lobbyists to "get the hell out" of the United States, according to Bloomberg. The blunt remarks come amid ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa, with tariffs and cross-border disputes continuing to strain relations. The comments have sparked criticism of Navarro's aggressive rhetoric toward a close US ally.
- 2Final Cut Camera gains variable aperture support on iPhone 18 Pro●Final Cut Camera now supports variable aperture on iPhone 18 Pro and even more pro options with iOS 27
Apple has updated Final Cut Camera to support variable aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro, alongside a wider set of professional video controls arriving with iOS 27. The additions give filmmakers more control over depth of field and exposure directly from the iPhone. The news is drawing attention from mobile video creators and Apple watchers following the company's latest software announcements.
- 3NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Mission to Carry ISS Research Payloads●Astronauts Launching on NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Will Support Variety of ISS National Lab-Sponsored Research
NASA says the astronauts launching on the SpaceX Crew-13 mission will support a range of research projects sponsored by the ISS National Laboratory during their stay aboard the International Space Station. The announcement, issued via PR Newswire, highlights the ongoing partnership between NASA, SpaceX and the ISS National Lab in using crewed missions to advance science in microgravity, from materials studies to life sciences experiments.
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Kovarovic is building a growing mental health network, according to a report in Tompkins Weekly. The story highlights efforts to connect mental health support and resources within the community, with the network described as expanding over time. Further details about the scope and participants of the initiative were not provided.
- 5Canada urged to build military space strategy for Arctic●Defending the high ground - Why Canada urgently needs a military space strategy to protect the Arctic: Joe Varner for Inside Policy
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute has published a piece by Joe Varner arguing that Canada urgently needs a military space strategy to protect its Arctic interests. The article, appearing in the institute's Inside Policy publication, frames space capabilities as critical to defending Canadian sovereignty in the northern region amid growing strategic competition. It adds to ongoing debate in Canada about defence spending and Arctic security.
- 6MFASS: three splice-variant rankers compared in new paper●Peek behind the paper | MFASS: what three splice-variant rankers put in the first 100
Researchers behind the MFASS paper explain how three different splice-variant ranking tools compare when it comes to the first 100 results they produce. The piece offers a behind-the-scenes look at the methodology, examining what each ranker prioritises and where their outputs differ. It is aimed at biologists and genomics researchers working on variant interpretation.
- 7Harvard Says AI Physics Tutor Doubled Learning Gains in 49 Minutes●Harvard Tested a Custom AI Physics Tutor – and Learning Gains Doubled in 49 Minutes
Harvard reports that a custom-built AI physics tutor produced learning gains twice as large as conventional instruction in a session lasting just 49 minutes. The trial adds to growing evidence that carefully designed AI tutoring tools can deliver measurable improvements in science education, and it is drawing attention from educators weighing both the promise and the risks of bringing AI into the classroom.
- 8Final Cut Camera adds support for iPhone 18 Pro variable aperture●Variable aperture iPhone 18 Pro now supported by Final Cut Camera
Apple has updated its Final Cut Camera app to support the variable aperture camera expected on the iPhone 18 Pro, according to AppleInsider. The change means users would be able to control aperture settings directly from the app when shooting on the next-generation Pro model, extending pro-level video capture tools ahead of the handset's release.
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Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade adviser, has issued a warning to Canada against interfering in United States elections. The statement came amid ongoing friction between Washington and Ottawa over trade and political matters. Details of what prompted the warning or how Canadian officials responded were not immediately available.
- 10Mechanic fixes faulty moped with new carburettor●Gerb. @ aidasb sutvarkėme jūsų pabėgelį. Boružius nedirbo dėl karburatoriaus gedimo, bei sutrūkusių kuro žarnelių. Pakei
A Lithuanian repairman has finished fixing a small moped, replacing a broken carburettor, cracked fuel lines and a spark plug. The vehicle had been out of service due to the carburettor failure, and parts had to be ordered from China, delaying the repair. The moped is now running again.
- 11Hwang Bo-ra responds to controversy over mother's late-in-life parenting●Hwang Bo-ra directly addresses controversy over her mother's "twilight parenting," stating she even rejected a suggestion to hire a sitter [Variety]
South Korean actress Hwang Bo-ra has publicly addressed criticism surrounding her mother's decision to have a child later in life, a topic dubbed 'twilight parenting' in Korean media. Speaking on a variety programme, she said her family had even declined a suggestion to hire a sitter, defending her mother's choice against online backlash.
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Brighton High School's girls varsity golf team is drawing local attention in Michigan high school sports coverage. The Detroit News carried an item on the squad, putting the team's season and results in front of a wider regional audience. Local high school golf is currently on the radar of readers following prep sports.
- 13Where to Stream the NHL 2026-27 Season Online Free●NHL Season 2026-2027 Livestream: Here’s Where to Watch Pro Hockey Games Online Free # Variety # News # Hockey # HowtoWat
A new guide details how fans can watch the NHL's 2026-2027 season online without paying for traditional cable, laying out streaming options and free trial services carrying pro hockey games this year. It comes as more sports viewing shifts from TV packages to digital platforms, with viewers comparing prices and access ahead of the new season.
- 14Wild crabapples hold genetic key to better apples●Wild crabapples have genetic potential to improve domestic varieties
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis report that wild crabapple trees carry genetic diversity that could strengthen domesticated apple varieties. By studying wild relatives, scientists hope to identify traits such as disease resistance and climate resilience that breeding programs can introduce into cultivated apples, which descend from a narrow genetic pool.
- 15NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Astronauts to Deliver ISS Research●Astronauts Launching on NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 Will Support Variety of ISS National Lab-Sponsored Research
The astronauts flying on NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission will carry out a range of research projects sponsored by the International Space Station National Laboratory during their stay aboard the orbiting outpost. The upcoming launch continues NASA's partnership with SpaceX in rotating crews to the station, with the science workload spanning investigations supported through the ISS National Lab.