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Apr 14 2026FINANCE

Payroll tech tool lands $6M to simplify finance work

A London startup called Round just raised $6 million to make life easier for finance teams. Their software connects to banks, payroll systems, and accounting tools. Instead of clicking through many screens, companies set rules once—like payment deadlines and minimum cash levels—and Round handles the

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Discovering the Hidden Genes Behind Ginkgo’s Toxic Seeds

The seeds of Ginkgo biloba hold a nasty secret: they produce a poison called ginkgotoxin and its sugar‑bound form. Scientists wanted to know which genes make these chemicals, but the details were fuzzy. Using a step‑by‑step RNA sequencing plan, researchers collected seed samples at different grow

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Quick Brain Fix: How Nurses Help Stroke Patients Bounce Back

A 77-year-old man walked into the hospital one morning, struggling to speak clearly and move his right side. His brain was starved for blood due to a clot blocking an artery. Fast action was needed to restore blood flow before permanent damage set in. Doctors spotted the blockage in a key brain vess

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Apr 12 2026HEALTH

Seminal Vesicle Invasion: Key Risk Signs Before Surgery

The risk of cancer spreading into the seminal vesicles can be spotted before a radical prostatectomy by looking at several warning signs. One major factor is the cancer’s size; tumors that are larger tend to reach nearby tissues more easily. When the tumor’s edge touches or goes beyond the prostate

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

How self-driving taxis could change the way we travel

In twenty years, many believe ride-hailing services will run on autopilot, changing how people get around cities. These electric robo-taxis would cost less because they don’t need drivers, and simpler machinery means fewer repairs. Central charging spots could handle maintenance and energy needs eff

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Apr 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Amazon’s Homegrown Chips Are Changing the Rules of the Tech Industry

Amazon didn’t start out as a chipmaker, but its push into custom silicon is quietly reshaping how the biggest players in tech handle their most demanding workloads. Instead of relying entirely on Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD, the company took a gamble on building its own chips—and now those chips are power

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Apr 10 2026HEALTH

Ottawa joins growing list of places banning kratom sales

Ottawa just became the latest city to stop shops from selling kratom, a plant that comes from Southeast Asia. The city council made the call official in early April after seeing how people sometimes misuse it. Officials worry that unchecked sales could put residents at risk since the substance isn’t

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart tools for Apple IT teams to work faster

Managing Apple devices in a company used to mean sitting at a desk all day dealing with spreadsheets and confusing software. But IT teams need a better way to handle routine tasks while they’re on the move. PocketMDM turns an iPhone into a simple control panel for common device management jobs. Inst

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Robots & the Next‑Gen Network: What 6G Means for Our Future

Robots are everywhere at the Mobile World Congress, but they’re not just there to wow crowds. They signal a deeper shift where machines will be glued to faster, smarter networks. Today’s robots—like Boston Dynamics’ moving legs or Honor’s home helpers—are already impressive. Yet the real leap com

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Apr 02 2026HEALTH

Women With PCOS Face Hidden Fatigue and Lower Exercise Capacity

In India, many women in their child‑bearing years deal with polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition that throws hormones off balance and leads to irregular periods and excess testosterone. Even though doctors can prescribe medicine, suggest diet changes, or offer fertility help, the disease is still

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