Science news — November 10, 2026

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1. ScienceHockey

   Nov 10, 2026, 23:19 UTC

   

   Raiders Name Fernando Mendoza Starting QB After Trading Kirk Cousins

   The Las Vegas Raiders have traded veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings and named rookie Fernando Mendoza as their new starting QB. Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, will make his first start against the Seattle Seahawks on November 15. Raiders GM John Spytek praised Mendoza's performance in practice, saying he 'passed every test.' Fans reacted positively to the announcement, expressing excitement for Mendoza's era. However, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith criticized the timing of the move, citing the tough defenses upcoming.

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2. SciencePublic Health

   Nov 10, 2026, 13:42 UTC

   

   Effective Altruism Under Fire for AI Concerns

   Once a niche concept, effective altruism has gained prominence due to warnings about artificial intelligence (AI) risks, drawing criticism from the Trump administration and influential figures in Silicon Valley. The movement, closely tied to the AI industry, is now seeking to clarify its stance amid accusations of cult-like behavior and alarmism.

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3. ScienceChinaBiologyResearchPublic Health

   Nov 10, 2026, 13:09 UTC

   

   Chinese Scientists Develop 'Black Hole' Blood Purifier to Fight Cancer

   Chinese researchers have created a groundbreaking 'black hole' blood purifier that traps and eliminates circulating cancer cells, preventing them from spreading and causing metastasis. In mouse trials, the technology delayed cancer recurrence and extended survival, marking a significant advancement in cancer treatment.

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4. ScienceSemiconductors

   Nov 10, 2026, 04:32 UTC

   

   SoftBank's AI Strategy Under Scrutiny Ahead of Earnings

   SoftBank Group is set to report its second-quarter earnings, with investors keen to see if its artificial intelligence strategy remains on track. Recent challenges include a selloff in AI stocks and a blocked robotics deal. SoftBank's shares have been volatile, falling over 11% on Friday but surging 14.56% on Monday ahead of the results. The company's heavy investments in AI, including a significant stake in OpenAI, will be under scrutiny.

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5. ScienceInflation

   Nov 10, 2026, 02:12 UTC

   

   China's Inflation Slows as Consumer Prices Rise 0.7% in October

   China's consumer price index (CPI), the main gauge of inflation, rose 0.7 percent year-on-year in October, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed on Monday. This marked a slowdown from the 0.9 percent increase seen in September and missed market expectations of a 0.8 percent rise. Meanwhile, the producer price index (PPI) for industrial products expanded at its fastest pace since June 2022, rising 5.7 percent year-on-year and 0.7 percent month-on-month, driven by higher energy costs.

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