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This artist’s concept shows a brown dwarf — an object larger than a planet but not massive enough to kickstart fusion in its core like a star. Brown dwarfs are hot when they form and may glow like this one, but over time they get closer in temperature to gas giant planets like Jupiter. Credit: NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/R. Proctor A strange cosmic …

American customs officials will bar the import of bicycles manufactured in Taiwan by Giant Bicycles following an investigation that found evidence of forced labour. The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will detain bicycles, bicycle parts and accessories manufactured in Taiwan, effective immediately after issuing a Withhold Release Order.  CBP said it identified five ‘forced labour indicators’ during its investigation …

Thomas Lohnes | Getty Images The European Commission launched an antitrust probe into German software behemoth SAP on Thursday, citing concerns about the company’s practices in software support services. According to the Commission, the investigation will assess “whether SAP may have distorted competition in the aftermarket for maintenance and support services related to an on-premises type of software, licensed by SAP, used …

Natural glass found only in Australia could be evidence of an unknown, ancient asteroid impact, researchers say. A new analysis of impact-created “tektites” points to a powerful collision millions of years ago that hurled debris across southern Australia. Scientists are still looking for the impact crater. “These glasses are unique to Australia and have recorded an ancient impact event we …

A giant structure around 9.2 billion light-years from Earth and measuring around 1.3 billion light-years across is raising huge questions about our understanding of the universe. If the structure persists with continued observations and analysis, it could shake up the cosmological principle, and the idea that the universe is the same in all directions. The more we learn about the …

Four years ago, Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser shattered Wall Street’s glass ceiling to become the first woman to lead one of the Big Four U.S. banks. But long before taking the helm of the $2.6 trillion financial institution, Fraser was honing a skill set that would quietly define her ascent—one forged not just in the corridors of high finance, but …

Giant Bicycles Accused of Using Forced Labor, CBP Issues Withhold Release Order on Brand’s Products  Bikerumor World’s biggest bike manufacturer warns of import delays after surprise US customs ban  CNN Giant Brand Bikes Made in Taiwan Barred by Trump Administration  The New York Times US Customs detaining Giant Bicycles shipments over forced-labor allegations  Escape Collective US Customs detaining bikes made by Giant over forced-labor …

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Customs and Border Protection on Wednesday said it is detaining bikes, bike parts and accessories made by Giant in Taiwan because of allegations of forced-labor use. The ruling appears to apply to products sold under Giant’s brands or produced by Giant in Taiwan for other brands. CBP said that under a 2011 law it can prohibit goods …

Giant Brand Bikes Made in Taiwan Barred by Trump Administration  The New York Times US Customs detaining bikes made by Giant over forced-labor allegations  Bicycle Retailer & Industry News US Customs detaining Giant Bicycles shipments over forced-labor allegations  Escape Collective Giant Seeks to Revoke US Bike Ban as Shares Fall on Import Curb  Bloomberg.com Taiwan bicycle maker Giant accused of forced labor by US …