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Based on multiple instances of human-to-human rabies transmission via organ or tissue transplantation from initially undiagnosed rabies-infected donors, we estimate 856 (213–2220) human rabies deaths in the United States (US) from 2000 to 2024, meaning that only around 7% of human rabies deaths in the US were confirmed during this period. In February 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the United States (US) diagnosed rabies in a kidney transplant recipient and subsequently in the donor who died in December 20241. This event marks the fourth transplant-related rabies transmission from an initially undiagnosed donor in the US since 1978, following transmission events identified from the three earlier donors—who died in 19782, 20043, and 20114—which resulted in six deaths, in one cornea recipient, three kidney recipients, one liver recipient and one arterial-segment recipient. In each case transplantation was allowed because rabies had not been diagnosed in the deceased donor before organ or tissue transplantation. Additional transplant recipients from these donors remained asymptomatic following post-exposure prophylaxis1,4.

ADVERTISEMENTMontreal WatchAs AI technology is being used more in health-care settings, should health workers receive mandatory training on AI tools? August 29, 2026 at 5:40p.m. EDT

Youngster science outreach scheme wins top award29 August 2026Catherine LeeNorth East and CumbriaNortumbria UniversityThe team aims to share the benefits and opportunities of working in the science-based sectorAn outreach programme encouraging youngsters from all backgrounds across the north-east of England to get involved in science-related subjects has won a prestigious award. Northumbria University's NUSTEM engages with families, schools and businesses to promote a broader understanding of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Its work to inspire future generations and support efforts to diversify the sector has gained it the Royal Society Athena Prize 2026, which will be awarded at a ceremony in London in November. Speaking on behalf of the team, Professor Carol Davenport said it was delighted and encouraged to receive such an endorsement of its work. NUSTEM was set up in 2014 to give families positive experiences of STEM, develop resources and workshops, and provide training and coaching to help teachers embed STEM learning in the curriculum.

New research suggests that whatever scientists ultimately discover about the last common ancestor of humans and chimpanzees, one characteristic may be difficult to dispute: it was probably capable of climbing trees. Humans and chimpanzees went their separate evolutionary ways between 6 and 7 million years ago, when they diverged from the last common ancestor (LCA) they once shared. Reconstructing that ancestor has become an important part of understanding human evolution, including the emergence of walking on two legs.

See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred SourceLet's start with the good news. Statistics Canada reported Friday that the Canadian economy grew by 3.3% on an annualized basis in the second quarter (April to June) of this year, its best performance since 2023 and highest in the G7. The federal agency also revised an earlier finding that the economy contracted by 0.1% in the first quarter (January to March) to a 0.3% increase. That means Canada did not experience a technical recession — two consecutive quarters of negative growth — after the economy contracted by 1% in the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. In response to the positive economic news, Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X that: "We have the right plan to build Canada strong. We are on track and it is working", citing a headline in the Financial Post reading, "Canada's economy posts fastest growth in three years, Statistics Canada also makes upward revision to first-quarter GDP. "Nothing unusual there. Governments of all stripes take credit for good economic news while blaming factors beyond their control when the numbers are bad.

Astravaganza Entertainment's summer school production of Annie at the Playhouse Whitley Bay was a heartwarming display of local talent, filled with passion, energy, and commendable effort from all involved. The young cast brought infectious enthusiasm to the stage, with the role of Annie being handled beautifully with a charming stage presence, by Charlotte Pledger-Lowes, who captured the character’s optimism and resilience. Her rendition of "Maybe" and  "Tomorrow" were poignant moments filled with hope and earnestness. The orphans were a delightful ensemble of unwavering energy, delivering their songs with a spirited charm that won the audience over. Miss Hannigan, played with a deliciously wicked edge by Deborah Taylor-Smith, managed to balance the character's cruelty with a touch of comedic timing. The roles of Daddy Warbucks (Brian Jordan) and Grace Farrell (Amelia Cavagan) were portrayed with sincerity, their chemistry adding a warm layer to the story and the iconic duo of Rooster Hannigan (Corey Clarke) and Lily St Regis (Luisa Gibson) were attacked with sleek charisma. The supporting cast also did well, bringing the remaining characters to life with a determined approach.

Para Climbing action began in Laval at the Espace Mayenne with nearly 250 registered climbers across 19 sport classes completing their qualification before seven will continue on in their search for medals with finals tonight. France edged in front of the medal table at home in Laval securing three of the seven gold medals on offer at the Espace Mayenne venue with a mix of experience and newcomers gracing the top steps of the podium.

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong SAR government is moving from AI strategy planning to active execution focusing on infrastructure expansion and application-driven development. This was announced by Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, at the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF 2026) on Aug. 28. “The committee on AI+ and Industry Development Strategy is established to empower industrial transformation through AI, with an initial focus on health technologies and embodied AI, extending to transportation, cultural and creative industries, and more. The Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute will also come into operation later this year to translate upstream research into real-world applications,” said Professor Dong in his opening remarks.

Published 11 hours agoon October 19, 2026 The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in the United States to expand aviation education, professional training and workforce development across Africa.

A lot of eyes have been on Colorado Rockies outfielder Cole Carrigg since his call-up earlier this season. Can he keep on doing the work and finish this season strong?

'There are some projects that we had to put on hold, sort of indefinitely … so it has impacted us,' Black Controls Company president says of ongoing trade war The province has made a two-year, $180,000 investment to protect Barrie’s industry and workers being affected by U. S. tariffs.

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford delivered a message to U. S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, revealing a new Lake Ontario sign and saying the lake’s name is “always going to be Lake Ontario.” The reveal of the sign in Winona, Ont., east of Hamilton, came as the U. S. president maintains his stance that Lake Ontario has been renamed Lake America after he signed an executive order earlier this week. “President Trump can call it whatever he wants, but I can tell you the rest of the world will always call it Lake Ontario,” Ford told reporters. “I received numerous calls from governors, they’re saying we’re always going to call it Lake Ontario, and obviously Canada’s always going to call it Lake Ontario. “We’re resilient and we’re strong Canadians and we’re always going to protect our sovereignty, always and we’ll never, ever back down.” Story continues below advertisement

Congo's Health Minister Roger Kamba administers an Ebola vaccine to a health care worker in Kisangani, Congo, Aug. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Samy Kamanga) BUNIA, Congo (AP) -- The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has spread to two new health zones in eastern Congo, with a total of 60 now affected, according to the latest government figures published on Friday.

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Jonathan Scholz, the cofounder of Reimagine Robotics, started Google DeepMind's applied robotics team. A group of former Google DeepMind engineers has a potential solution to robotics' 100,000-year data gap: you. Jonathan Scholz, the CEO of Reimagine Robotics, told Business Insider that the startup plans to build robots that are actually useful by turning its customers into robot teachers. Scholz, who previously led DeepMind's applied robotics team, founded Reimagine last year with former Google colleagues Oleg Sushkov, Akhil Raju, and Misha Denil. The London- and Sydney-based startup emerged from stealth earlier this month and is backed by VC firms Fly Ventures and Firstminute Capital. In his first media interview since coming out of stealth, Scholz told Business Insider that Reimagine's mission of building robots that can be refined and taught in the field — a process known in the world of AI as "post-training" — stemmed from his experiences at Google.