Harrel Braddy, convicted of kidnapping a mother and daughter from their home and leaving the child to die in the Everglades, has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury declined to reinstate the death penalty.
Twist Bioscience kicks off fiscal 2026 with robust growth, reporting a 17% year-over-year revenue increase to $103.7 million. The company credits its semiconductor-based DNA synthesis platform and surging demand from AI-enabled drug discovery programs as key drivers, while reiterating its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven within the year.
Ten employees of Vancouver-based Vizla Silver Corp. were abducted from a project site in Concordia, Sinaloa, on January 24, prompting a massive security operation and raising fears of cartel involvement in the region's mining sector.
Forensic genealogy has finally put a name to remains discovered in 2012, closing a long-standing mystery for Illinois authorities and a family.
The abduction of nearly 200 residents from Kurmin Wali has shattered community life, triggering a wave of departures as survivors lose faith in state protection and face an uncertain future.
Steve Wright, already serving life for the 2006 Ipswich murders, has pleaded guilty to the 1999 kidnapping and killing of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, a cold case that haunted the community for decades.
Steve Wright, the serial killer serving life for the 2006 Ipswich murders, has pleaded guilty to the 1999 kidnapping and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, bringing long-awaited closure to a family and exposing an earlier chapter of his crimes.
Exclusive testimony from Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, who fled the last hospital in Sudan's strategic el-Fasher, details a three-day ordeal of hiding from paramilitary forces, witnessing mass casualties, and surviving a kidnapping and ransom demand—shedding light on a siege the U.N. calls a 'massive crime scene.'
Synthetic biology leader Twist Bioscience reported strong Q1 FY2026 results, with revenue climbing 17% year-over-year to $103.7 million. Management highlighted accelerating demand from AI-powered drug discovery and reiterated its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven by Q4 FY2026.
German defense giant Rheinmetall has inked a significant, multi-year framework agreement to supply the Dutch armed forces with a range of hand grenades, deepening a strategic partnership that now spans artillery shells to infantry ordnance amid heightened European security concerns.
The pioneering car-sharing firm Zipcar, founded in Cambridge in 1999, is closing its Boston corporate office and laying off dozens of local staff as parent company Avis Budget Group consolidates operations to New Jersey.
German biotech firm AMSilk partners with Italian mill Pure Denim to launch a new category of high-performance, sustainable denim infused with lab-grown spider silk proteins, targeting the luxury market with enhanced comfort and eco-credentials.
As Amgen prepares to report earnings, analysts are divided on the stock's trajectory. While strategic acquisitions and a solid track record fuel optimism, looming competitive pressures and a key pipeline wait temper expectations.
Chinese courts have executed four senior members of a Myanmar-based criminal organization for murder, trafficking, and running a multi-billion dollar scam operation that exploited thousands, including Chinese citizens. The move is part of a broader crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud hubs.
H.C. Wainwright and Chardan Capital upgrade Korro Bio (KRRO) to Buy, citing the independent potential of its RNA-editing asset KRRO-121 and strong preclinical data as key catalysts.
Amidst sluggish sales and intense competition, Target appoints Michael Fiddelke as CEO and refreshes its board, placing store revitalization and operational efficiency at the heart of its turnaround strategy.
Nine men face prosecution for one of Nigeria's deadliest rural attacks in recent years, as authorities seek to demonstrate action on persistent security crises in the volatile Middle Belt region.
Freshly released documents from the Epstein files include a 2009 email from Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, congratulating the convicted sex offender on the birth of a child—a claim that revives long-standing speculation about a potential secret heir to his fortune.
Vice President Sara Duterte faces renewed impeachment efforts in the Philippine Congress, centered on allegations of misusing millions in confidential funds. The move reignites political tensions in a nation grappling with the legacies of powerful political dynasties.
Consulting giants McKinsey and BCG are integrating proprietary AI chatbots like Lilli and Casey into their famed interview processes, testing candidates on problem-solving with ambiguous, AI-generated data and shifting the skills required for the next generation of consultants.
