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News — Tuesday 13 October 2026

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  1. Researchers are using AI and new biomarkers to improve cancer treatment and risk prediction.

    • Robotic hysterectomy caused fewer intraoperative complications in cervical cancer, but may not improve postoperative recovery.
    • ESTRO clinical practice consensus defines how to optimize prostate SBRT.
    • AKIR001 radiopharmaceutical showed no dose-limiting toxicities in eight patients.
    • An AI tool revealed spatial rules that attract immune cells to tumors and keep them away.
    • Remote exercise reduced cancer-related fatigue and improved quality of life during immunotherapy.
    • Targeted radioactive therapy may help delay spread of recurrent prostate cancer.

  2. Johor and Indonesia are intensifying monitoring as smoke and forest fires threaten regional air quality.

    • Wildfires spread into residential areas in Indonesia's Bangka Belitung, destroying over 300 houses.
    • Prabowo ordered tougher action on Indonesia's fires.
    • Malaysia will raise transboundary haze at an ASEAN meeting, saying disaster mechanisms do not cover it.
    • Firefly cancelled all flights between Seletar and Subang amid haze.
    • Schools in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan and nine districts will close tomorrow as haze lingers.
    • Singapore's PSI remained unhealthy; air quality was forecast to stay unhealthy.

  3. Apple has refreshed the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K while expanding its smart-home push.

    • iPhone 18 Pro reports diverged: Morgan Stanley cited order cuts; JP Morgan said demand was stronger than for the 17 Pro.
    • Apple reportedly plans a new iPad mini later this month; an updated entry-level iPad will not arrive until early 2027.
    • Apple unveiled the $299 HomeView Hub for entertainment, staying connected and managing the home.
    • Apple launched a new Apple TV 4K with Siri AI, remote-free voice commands and an A19 chipset.
    • Apple launched Home Collection with cameras, a lock and thermostats, with LG as a collaborator.
    • Apple announced $149 HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI, Sound Glow and four-speaker surround sound.

  4. Anabolic steroids are linked to serious heart damage in weightlifters.

    • A pan-amyloid radiotracer excelled at early cardiac amyloidosis detection.
    • Strategic placement of emergency care services reduced heart attack deaths.
    • Endometriosis, chronic inflammation and venous thromboembolism were linked in cardiovascular medicine.
    • Long-term anabolic steroid use was linked to lasting heart damage; stopping may aid recovery in weightlifters.
    • After heart attacks, bleeding complications rose while major cardiovascular events declined.
    • AI models used sleep studies to predict future cardiovascular risks.

  5. A look back at the 1986 Halley’s Comet disappointment highlights discoveries that reshaped astronomy.

  6. Honey bee stingers use a tiny double-piston pump to deliver venom.

  7. Lewis Hamilton is taking responsibility for a strategy mistake in the Singapore Grand Prix.

  8. New warnings cover unauthenticated code execution and other serious software flaws.

  9. AI diagnostic tools are being evaluated for screening, triage and clinical decision support.

  10. Public healthcare clusters have largely recovered after a nine-hour disruption.

  11. Wearables are adding health, safety and real-time tracking features.

  12. AI tools are being added to creative, workplace and consumer software.

  13. Martin Odegaard’s pressing adjustment is drawing attention after Arsenal’s win over Leeds.

  14. Researchers are studying links between reproductive conditions, brain ageing and dementia.

  15. Researchers are asking whether GLP-1 drugs could have anti-ageing benefits.

  16. New research is testing faster treatments for life-threatening blood clots and heart disease.

  17. Premier League transfer rumours include a possible €150m Arsenal deal and interest in Haaland.

  18. K-pop award rules and concert cancellations are prompting fresh debate among fans.

  19. Chinese chipmaker CXMT claims memory advances that could challenge Samsung and SK Hynix.

  20. Webb is finding fresh clues about explosions and structures in the early universe.

  21. Private space firms are advancing lunar missions, reusable rockets and satellite imaging.

  22. New standards are being developed as cyber-defender roles demand business judgement and AI skills.

  23. Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Saudi Arabia amid heightened security risks.

  24. Michael Carrick is facing fresh questions over his decisions and Manchester United’s direction.

  25. A former referees’ chief has given his view on Chris Kavanagh’s future after the clash.

  26. ByteDance is using AI to reshape game development and content creation.

  27. Pokémon is returning to older game eras while new collaborations and releases draw attention.

  28. Diet, exercise and medication studies are testing new ways to achieve diabetes remission.

  29. New fossil evidence is revising what scientists know about ancient animals.

  30. Lee Zii Jia has moved up the badminton rankings as Malaysian shuttlers draw attention.

  31. Astronomers are identifying possible habitable worlds and new planetary systems.

  32. People are becoming emotionally dependent on AI chatbots, raising questions about safe use.

  33. Diet and exercise interventions are being tested for weight control and diabetes remission.

  34. SpaceX has launched the 35th cargo Dragon mission to the International Space Station.

  35. A year-long trial found an NAD-boosting supplement did not improve early Parkinson’s symptoms.

  36. Scientists have found a genetic clue to how octopuses evolved their unusual intelligence.

  37. Chip stocks are sliding as investors question whether the AI trade can keep rising.

  38. Nvidia has launched a BRep geometry kernel for solid modelling.

  39. A new blood test may make early Alzheimer’s diagnosis more certain.

  40. Diet and biomarkers are offering new clues for Crohn’s and other inflammatory bowel disease.

  41. Former Sumo Salad worker cleared of cheating allegations; police will take no further action.

  42. A controversial hepatitis B vaccine study funded by RFK Jr's CDC has won final approval.

  43. Gut microbes are being linked to human migration and changes in mouse behaviour.

  44. Quantum researchers are reporting new algorithms and methods to improve computation.

  45. A new lymphoma therapy may improve young patients’ chances of parenthood.

  46. Theoretical physicists are linking gravity with quantum states in a new proposal.

  47. Older adults may help spread TB, while TB raises mortality risk after Covid-19.

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