One thing right now: the Google search algorithm hasn’t been leaked, and SEO experts suddenly don’t have all the answers. But the information leaked this week — a trove of thousands of internal Google documents — is still massive. It’s an unprecedented glimpse into Google’s normally closely guarded inner workings. Perhaps the most significant revelation … Read more
Doctors are hailing the results of a trial showing that a new drug stopped the progression of lung cancer longer than any other treatment in the history of the disease. Lung cancer is the world’s leading cause of cancer death, causing approximately 1.8 million deaths each year. Survival rates are particularly poor for those with … Read more
Neighbors who have been troubled by the problem with the garbage can for almost two months say that their road has turned into a “slum district” due to the amount of garbage left uncollected. Some homeowners in Longbridge, Willesborough Lees, Ashford, even sprayed the manure with disinfectant every day. David Cossey, of Willesborough Lees, Ashford, … Read more
Newcastle United have appointed Brad Miller as the club’s new chief operating officer [COO]. The new arrival brings with him an ‘outstanding track record in operational and development projects’, according to Magpies chief executive Darren Eales, which will no doubt come in handy as the North East outfit look to transform St James’ Park in … Read more
Another coronal mass ejection from the sun could make the northern lights visible again over parts of New England on Friday night. Even if the geomagnetic aurora borealis doesn’t light up the skies above Massachusetts, there’s still a spectacular opportunity to see a different solar phenomenon. Three weeks ago, a solar storm erupted from a … Read more
Microsoft’s latest AI-powered tool gives your PC a ‘photographic memory’ – but experts worry it could cost you your privacy. The new tool, called ‘Recall’, automatically takes screenshots of your laptop every few seconds for you to review later. Microsoft says the screenshots are stored locally on your computer and cannot be accessed by the … Read more
Stay informed with free updates Simply log in to Financial services myFT summary — delivered straight to your inbox. Earlier this week, MainFT reported that hedge funds are complaining that their fundraising efforts are being hurt by the amount of money investors have locked up in private equity funds — which are not making any … Read more
Kate Pickles Health Editor in Chicago 13:01 31 May 2024, updated 15:29 31 May 2024 Patients with incurable lung cancer could have their lives extended by several years with the help of a drug that has been declared the ‘best ever’ to treat the disease. About six in ten patients who took a daily pill … Read more
Stay informed with free updates Simply log in to House prices in Great Britain myFT summary — delivered straight to your inbox. UK house prices rose again in May despite a rise in mortgage rates that slowed the recovery, according to data released on Friday. Lender Nationwide said house prices rose 0.4 per cent between … Read more
MILLIONS of households are set for a rollercoaster with their energy bills this year. We explain what’s going on, whether you should consider a repair, and how to fix it. Ofgem’s energy price cap changes every three months and the bill could rise again this autumn WHAT IS HAPPENING? Over the past few years, energy … Read more