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The new MP for Makerfield will give what his team has called "his first major leadership speech" on Monday morning. Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg4vypy8lzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Healthy older adults experienced measurable improvements in memory, physical performance, and stress after taking placebo pills for just three weeks. The most surprising finding was that the placebo often worked even when participants knew the pills were completely inactive. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260625060159.htm

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It's a stretch to think that the continent can build a top-tier model, but it has an advantage: Donald Trump. Source: https://www.wired.com/story/europe-is-fed-up-and-wants-its-own-ai/

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There are some some sizable discounts on new and recent hits from the last few years for the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X / S for Prime Day. Most Amazon game deals are physical copies, but every so often there’s a better or equivalent price on digital versions, as well as some matched deals at Best Buy. In addition to game deals, we’re also on the hunt for discounted gaming accessories. This is usually a pretty good time to save what you can on things like gaming headsets, controllers, gaming mice, etc. While it’s a good time to get a microSD Express card for your Switch 2, don’t bank on any big discounts on SSDs for your PS5. Woof, those are expensive now. Thanks, RAMageddon. The best deals on Nintendo Switch 2 games Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the first game in the main series with a real-time battling system instead of the traditional turn-based formula. You’re still catching pokémon, leveling up, trading, and battling in the game’s Paris-inspired setting, but the more action-oriented battles and smooth performance (on the Nintendo Switch 2) are very welcome. Where to Buy: $69 $44.99 at Amazon (Switch 2) $69.99 at Best Buy (Switch 2) Resident Evil Requiem The latest entry in the long-running survival horror series, with two different styles of gameplay via its dual protagonists. Read our review. Where to Buy: $69.99 $55.99 at Amazon (PS5) $69.99 $53.19 at Amazon (Switch 2) $69.99 $55.99 at Amazon (Xbox Series X) A preorder of the physical version of the upcoming Star Fox remake is $49.94 ($10 off) at Amazon. The game launches soon on June 25th. Check out our recent coverage. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Switch 2 is $44.99 ($25 off) at Amazon, and the original Switch version is an even cheaper $29.99 ($30 off). Read our review. Kirby Air Riders, the high-speed racing game starring everyone’s favorite pink puff ball, is ... Source: https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/951901/prime-day-video-games-switch-playstation-xbox-pc-deal-sale

As ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet told TechCrunch in May, what China can currently buy are older-generation deep ultraviolet tools — gear first shipped about a decade ago — the same machines the MATCH Act would now put off limits. Source: https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/24/europe-is-pushing-back-on-washingtons-chip-war/

Check out this video from NFL: "Projected No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna prepares for life in the NHL | Welcome to the NHL" Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etAWxZEOyRU

Scientists discovered that Heliconius butterflies have evolved an extraordinary lifespan, living several times longer than closely related species. Even more surprising, some show little sign of physical decline as they age. Their unusual pollen-feeding lifestyle may play a role, but the research suggests deeper evolutionary changes are also helping them stay healthy for longer. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622014302.htm

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