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London AP  —  Hewlett Packard is owed more than £700 million ($943 million) by the estate of late British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his former finance director after they lost a fraud case involving Lynch’s software company, a UK High Court judge ruled Tuesday. The court’s decision comes nearly a year after Lynch was killed when his superyacht sank …

A new study published in Science reveals a startling chapter in human history. Around one million years ago, humanity was nearly wiped out. According to the research, our ancestors were reduced to just 1,280 individuals, leaving us on the brink of extinction. This genetic bottleneck, lasting over 100,000 years, changed the course of human evolution in profound ways, shaping the …

A groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications unveils new insights into the ancient world, shedding light on the catastrophic event that led to the mass extinction of marine life during the Triassic–Jurassic period, approximately 201 million years ago. This research, conducted by scientists from the University of St Andrews and the University of Birmingham, links the extinction to ocean acidification …

In this undated image provided by the CPSC, a child uses the compression strap to stand on above-ground pool. (CPSC via AP) CPSC/AP hide caption toggle caption CPSC/AP NEW YORK — More than 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools sold across the U.S. and Canada over the last two decades are being recalled after nine drowning deaths were reported. The recall …

New York AP  —  More than 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools sold across the US and Canada over the last two decades are being recalled after nine drowning deaths were reported. The recall covers a range of Bestway, Intex Recreation and Polygroup pools that were sold by major retailers as far back as 2002. According to Monday notices published by …

The Big 12 is not interested in adding Memphis, despite the school offering $250 million in sponsorship money to the league, according to On3’s own Brett McMurphy. The Power Four might be on hold now for the Tigers. “Big 12 ‘not interested’ in adding Memphis despite school offering $250 million in sponsorship to the league, sources told On3 Sports,” McMurphy …

By Chris Vannini, Ralph D. Russo and Justin Williams The University of Memphis pitched itself to the Big 12 with an offer to bring sponsorship revenue to the conference while taking no media rights payments, an unprecedented offer to join a conference, but the deal has not garnered enough support within the league. According to people briefed on the situation, …

Tom’s extension addresses a significant lingering financial question for the Packers. The former fourth-round pick was entering the final year of his rookie contract in 2025, and instead of being forced to risk his earning power by playing out the remaining year, he’s received a lucrative extension that will set him up for a raise of more than $18 million …

5 Million Pools Are Recalled After at Least 9 Children Drown  The New York Times Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48-Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 | CPSC.gov  U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov) Over 5M swimming pools sold at major retailers recalled after reports of 9 deaths  Fox Business …

Memphis reportedly offered a $200 million offer to the Big 12 to enter the conference, according to Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger. According to the report, it’s currently not enough support at the moment. “The proposal from Memphis — one of the most aggressive membership propositions in college athletics history — features hundreds of millions of dollars in sponsorship commitments to …