Science news — September 15, 2026

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1. ScienceAI

   Sep 15, 2026, 21:38 UTC

   

   Sanders and Bannon Join Forces to Advocate for Human-Centric AI

   Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon, political figures from opposing sides of the spectrum, have united to advocate for AI regulations that prioritize human interests. The pair, along with a former Anthropic researcher, aims to ensure that AI development keeps humans in charge and protects people from potential harms.

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2. ScienceAsia

   Sep 15, 2026, 20:17 UTC

   Protests in Iran Intensify

   Iran has seen an escalation in protests following the death of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested by morality police for allegedly violating the country's dress code. Videos show large crowds chanting anti-government slogans, with some reports of clashes between protesters and security forces.

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3. ScienceChinaEarth

   Sep 15, 2026, 17:08 UTC

   

   World's First Pterosaur Museum Opens in China

   A science museum dedicated to pterosaurs, a winged reptile closely related to dinosaurs, has opened in Hami, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, northwest China. The museum, the world's first of its kind, spans approximately 4,600 square meters and consists of six oval-shaped halls resembling a nest of dinosaur eggs. It showcases abundant pterosaur fossil discoveries from the region.

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4. ScienceEnterprise ITSemiconductorsNeuroscience

   Sep 15, 2026, 14:21 UTC

   Scientists Revive Fruit Fly's Brain, Control Robot

   American and British scientists have digitized the nervous system of a dead fruit fly, connecting it to a mechanical body. The virtual neurons now control the robot's movements, mimicking the fly's behavior. This project, involving 160,000 neurons and 100 million synapses, is a significant step towards understanding and simulating biological systems. Future plans include working with more complex organisms like zebrafish and rodents.

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5. ScienceEarth

   Sep 15, 2026, 12:28 UTC

   

   Lily-Rose Depp Believes in Aliens

   Lily-Rose Depp, daughter of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis, has expressed her belief in the existence of aliens. She shared this during the promotion of her new movie 'Alpha Gang', which revolves around a group of aliens discovering Earth.

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6. ScienceBudgetTradeRobotics

   Sep 15, 2026, 12:03 UTC

   Alice AI Introduces 'Expert' Mode for Complex Tasks

   Alice AI has introduced an 'Expert' mode designed for tasks with multiple conditions. This mode automatically activates for requests requiring calculations, analysis of several documents, or creating a step-by-step plan. Users can manually enable it for any task. Examples include planning a budget-friendly trip, understanding tax deductions for medical treatment, or analyzing multiple files at once.

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7. ScienceEnergy Sci

   Sep 15, 2026, 10:37 UTC

   

   ESA Launches FLEX Satellite for Terrestrial Vegetation Monitoring

   The European Space Agency (ESA) has launched the FLEX satellite, an Earth Explorer mission led by Spanish scientist José Moreno. The satellite will measure chlorophyll fluorescence emitted by plants during photosynthesis, providing insights into vegetation health, water stress, drought responses, and carbon cycling. The mission is supported by the Spanish Space Agency (AEE) and involves over 30 companies, with significant contributions from Spanish industry.

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8. ScienceCommoditiesPublic HealthGrid

   Sep 15, 2026, 05:44 UTC

   JPMorgan Warns of Global Economic Collapse Due to Falling Oil Reserves

   JPMorgan has published a concerning graph showing a rapid decline in global oil reserves. If the current trend continues and the line reaches 6.8, the world economy could face a severe crisis, potentially even collapse, according to various sources discussing the chart.

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9. SciencePublic Health

   Sep 15, 2026, 04:57 UTC

   

   Magnetic Liquid for Selective Tumor Destruction Developed by Russian Scientists

   Russian scientists have created a magnetic liquid containing nanoparticles that can selectively destroy tumors. This innovation also holds promise for developing biosensors and highly sensitive diagnostic systems for cancer and infectious diseases.

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10. ScienceSci Policy

    Sep 15, 2026, 04:57 UTC

    

    Grapes' Molecule Shows Promise in Parkinson's Disease Treatment

    Scientists have discovered a molecule from grapes, trans-resveratrol B, which has shown promising results in treating Parkinson's disease in mice. This complex molecule, composed of four resveratrol molecules, not only alleviated symptoms but also protected nerve cells from dying. The discovery offers new hope for patients, potentially activating the body's own defense of cells using natural compounds.

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