Science news — September 26, 2026

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1. ScienceSci Policy

   Sep 26, 2026, 21:08 UTC

   

   AI's Greatest Threat: What It Reveals About Us

   The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has exposed a crisis of values and cultural reference points in modern civilization. Unlike previous technologies, AI mirrors human thought, reflecting both the good and bad we've accumulated. While fears persist about AI abolishing humanity, its scale and pervasiveness allow us to see problems that have long existed, such as the erosion of shared values and the decline of expertise. AI's proliferation forces societies to confront these issues, offering hope for a restoration of the ethical dimension of life.

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2. ScienceAstronomy

   Sep 26, 2026, 16:39 UTC

   

   Bats Originated in Europe 65 Million Years Ago

   A comprehensive study combining bat genomes and fossils places the origin of bats in Europe around 65 million years ago. The research, involving over 130 scientists worldwide, challenges previous hypotheses suggesting other continents as the birthplace of bats.

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3. ScienceMiddle EastLogisticsHardware

   Sep 26, 2026, 10:24 UTC

   

   Trump-Xi Agree to Extend Trade Truce Until January 2027

   President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to extend their trade truce until January 10, 2027, avoiding a renewed escalation despite ongoing disputes over rare earths, technology restrictions, and Taiwan. The extension provides more time for negotiations on key trade issues, including tariffs, Chinese purchases of American goods, supply of rare earth elements, and technological restrictions.

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4. ScienceMiddle EastConflictCyberattack

   Sep 26, 2026, 06:29 UTC

   

   Russia Shoots Down Hundreds of Drones Over Its Regions

   Russian air defense forces have been actively engaged in shooting down drones over various regions of the country. In two separate incidents, they successfully intercepted and destroyed a total of 1237 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Ministry of Defense has confirmed these actions, stating that the operations were carried out overnight.

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5. ScienceChina

   Sep 26, 2026, 01:32 UTC

   

   Sarah Ferguson Denies Seven-Figure Autobiography Deal Rumors

   Sarah Ferguson, the 66-year-old former Duchess of York, has denied reports that she is on the verge of signing a seven-figure deal for an autobiography. The book was rumored to be a 'tell-all', covering topics such as her royal fall from grace and the Epstein scandal. Ferguson has dismissed these claims as false.

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