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U.N.: World set to warm by 3.1 C without urgent global climate action

The U.N.’s annual Emissions Gap report suggests that nations must collectively commit to and implement a cut of 42% on yearly greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Current climate policies will result in global warming of more than 3 degrees Celsius (5.4 degrees Fahrenheit) by the end of the century, according to a United Nations report on Thursday, more than twice the rise agreed to nearly a decade ago.

Russia spread hurricane disinformation after Helene, Milton in an effort to undermine American leadership

The content exploited legitimate concerns about the hurricane recovery efforts in an attempt to paint American leaders as incompetent and corrupt.

Russia has helped amplify and spread false and misleading internet claims about recent hurricanes in the U.S. and the federal government’s response, part of a wider effort by the Kremlin to manipulate America’s political discourse before the presidential election, new research shows.

‘This is not safe’: MrBeast’s Lunchly is in trouble after mold was found on its products

The brand was launched as a healthier alternative to Lunchables. But social media users aren’t so sure.

Deconstructed pizza discs, a “Cherry Freeze” flavored Prime drink, and a side of . . . mold? Lunchly, a Lunchables competitor that was created by YouTube stars MrBeast, Logan Paul, and KSI, has recently come under fire after reports that mold-covered cheese was discovered in their prepacked lunch kits targeted at children. 

Russia pushed disinformation on social media about Hurricanes Milton and Helene

The Russian accounts heavily promoted false narratives that originated from U.S. figures, including billionaire Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump.

Russian actors pushed disinformation campaigns on social media around Hurricanes Milton and Helene in an attempt to sow distrust in the American government and stoke outrage over Ukrainian support ahead of November’s election, according to a new analysis.

Character.ai lawsuit sets up legal fight over companion chatbots after Florida teen’s tragic suicide

The mother of a boy who took his own life after interacting with an AI-generated character says the company behind the technology is responsible.

On the last day of his life, a 14-year-old Florida boy found his confiscated phone, went into the bathroom, and logged into Character.ai. 

McDonald’s E. coli outbreak: Map, timeline, locations, and states impacted by food poisoning from Quarter Pounders

Things appear to be going from bad to worse for the fast-food giant. People in 10 states and counting have now fallen ill after eating the sandwiches.

Things appear to be going from bad to worse for McDonald’s, after the fast-food chain became the center of a full-on E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounders. 

Boeing reports $6 billion quarterly loss amid a crippling strike

CEO Kelly Ortberg said Boeing needs ‘a fundamental culture change in the company.’

Boeing reported a loss of more than $6 billion in the third quarter and immediately turned its attention to union workers who will vote Wednesday whether to accept a company contract offer or continue their crippling strike, which has dragged on for nearly six weeks.

Apple and Goldman Sachs were ordered to compensate you for the Apple Card debacle. Here’s what to know

The companies must pay more than $89 million in penalties after regulators found they mishandled customer disputes and misled consumers about interest-free payments.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered Apple and Goldman Sachs to pay more than $89 million in penalties on behalf of hundreds of thousands of Apple Card users, for mishandling customer disputes and misleading customers about payment options for Apple devices.

The Peloton Bike+ is coming to Costco this holiday season

The Peloton Bike+ will be sold at a discount online and in 300 Costco stores from November through mid-February.

Peloton plans to sell its deluxe stationary bike at Costco this holiday season as the struggling connected-exercise company seeks to broaden its customer base.

Goldfish gets a sophisticated makeover to woo adult snackers

With a cheeky rebrand, Goldfish takes aim at adult snackers, reminding them that the beloved cracker can be more than just a kid’s treat.

Goldfish, the crunchy snack loved by toddlers and teenagers alike, is getting a more mature name. That’s right. As of Wednesday, “Chilean Sea Bass” is swimming into our lives—at least for a limited time.