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AI Use in Canadian Classrooms Linked to Skill Declines, Teacher Poll Finds
A recent poll shows 40% of Canadian teachers believe students use AI for homework, with over 80% noting declines in critical thinking skills.
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WHO Renews Science Council With 21 Experts and Youth Voices
The WHO appointed 21 experts to its Science Council on August 27, 2026, including two youth representatives for diverse perspectives.
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China’s Generative AI Patent Activity Sees Rapid Expansion
In 2025, China filed over 37,800 generative AI patent families, representing 8.7% of global AI patents, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization.
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U.S. Treasury Launches Quantum-Readiness Task Force for Finance
On August 24, 2026, the U.S. Treasury established the Quantum-Readiness Task Force to bolster cybersecurity in the financial sector, according to reports.
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DeepSeek Targets $74 Billion Valuation in Pre-IPO Funding Round
A funding round aims for a $74 billion valuation, following a $7.4 billion raise in June 2026, according to reports.
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UK Net Migration Falls Sharply While Study and Asylum Trends Shift
Net migration to the UK fell to 171,000 in 2025, down from 331,000 in 2024, with work-related immigration dropping 47%, according to official data.
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Travelers Companies Earnings Beat Drives Analyst Target Revisions
Travelers Companies reported Q2 2026 earnings of $10.26 per share. Stock opened at $363.83, exceeding analysts' target of $354.26, according to reports.
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Record Q2 2026 Earnings Reported by Apple, EMCOR, and Johnson & Johnson
Apple reported Q2 revenue of $109.4 billion, according to company statements. EMCOR and Johnson & Johnson also achieved significant financial milestones.
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Inspira Enterprise Announces Expansion Into Australia for AI Cybersecurity
Inspira Enterprise will launch its Australian operations on August 26, 2026, aiming to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity in the region.
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NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks Form Global Alliance for Secure AI
A multi-year partnership aims for $1 billion in joint revenue by 2029, focusing on secure AI and cybersecurity, according to reports.