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PROFOLUS: While life generally strives for homeostasis or a state of stability and balance, certain biological systems appear to benefit and even require instability to function and evolve. This is the central premise of the Selectively Advantageous Instability Theory.
Selectively Advantageous Instability: Why Cells Also Thrive in Chaos - Profolus
The rule of Selectively Advantageous Instability explains why some degree of chaos or instability is essential in life.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
PROFOLUS: While life generally strives for homeostasis or a state of stability and balance, certain biological systems appear to benefit and even require instability to function and evolve. This is the central premise of the Selectively Advantageous Instability Theory.
PROFOLUS: Silver prices surged in 2025 as booming industrial demand collided with chronic supply constraints. These hurled further the metal from a traditional store of value into a strategic material.
Why did the Prices of Silver Reach All-Time Highs in 2025 - Profolus
Silver stood out in 2025 as one of the leading performers in the global commodity markets.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
PROFOLUS: Silver prices surged in 2025 as booming industrial demand collided with chronic supply constraints. These hurled further the metal from a traditional store of value into a strategic material.
Both the Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act and the Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act were originally passed by unanimous votes. Both were supported by Republican lawmakers.
Trump Used His Veto Power For the First Time in His Second Term — Konsyse
U.S. President Donald Trump vetoed two bipartisan bills roughly three days before 2025 ended.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Both the Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act and the Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act were originally passed by unanimous votes. Both were supported by Republican lawmakers.
PROFOLUS: The official recognition of Type 5 diabetes marks a major shift in diabetes classification. The condition reflects lasting damage to insulin-producing capacity due to prolonged undernutrition.
Type 5 Diabetes is Officially Recognized by the International Diabetes Federation - Profolus
Experts have classified a fifth form of diabetes linked to early-life developmental problems.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
PROFOLUS: The official recognition of Type 5 diabetes marks a major shift in diabetes classification. The condition reflects lasting damage to insulin-producing capacity due to prolonged undernutrition.
Diplomatic tensions surged after Donald Trump renewed his assertions regarding Greenland in an interview with The Atlantic published on 4 January 2026.
EU Leaders Rally Behind Denmark After Trump Revived Greenland Claims — Konsyse
Leaders from London to Rome have called on Washington to respect international law and the UN Charter.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Diplomatic tensions surged after Donald Trump renewed his assertions regarding Greenland in an interview with The Atlantic published on 4 January 2026.
PROFOLUS: What began as a multi-million-dollar pandemic-era food distribution fraud has evolved into a thorough investigation of public safety nets in Minnesota. Both critics and the second Trump administration have also turned their attention toward the local Somali community.
Explaining the Multi-Million Minnesota Child Care Fraud Scandal - Profolus
Minnesota has become Ground Zero for the national debate on government oversight.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
PROFOLUS: What began as a multi-million-dollar pandemic-era food distribution fraud has evolved into a thorough investigation of public safety nets in Minnesota. Both critics and the second Trump administration have also turned their attention toward the local Somali community.
Spotify has officially stopped running ICE recruitment ads. The streaming giant noted that the controversial contract, which sparked several high-profile artist exits, reached its scheduled end on 31 December 2025.
Spotify Stopped Running ICE Recruitment Ads in December 2025 — Konsyse
The polarizing partnership of Spotify with the Department of Homeland Security has come to an end.
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January 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Spotify has officially stopped running ICE recruitment ads. The streaming giant noted that the controversial contract, which sparked several high-profile artist exits, reached its scheduled end on 31 December 2025.
PROFOLUS: Researchers find that large language models degrade when fed low-quality text from viral social media content. This suggests that AI systems based on LLMs need clean data diets to stay sharp.
AI Based on LLMs Can Get Brain Rot From Social Media - Profolus
Findings from an experiment revealed that large language models can suffer “brain rot” when trained on viral online junk data.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:30 AM
PROFOLUS: Researchers find that large language models degrade when fed low-quality text from viral social media content. This suggests that AI systems based on LLMs need clean data diets to stay sharp.
Iran was plunged into a nationwide communication blackout on the evening of 8 January 2026 as mass anti-government protests spread across the country. The national demonstrations ensued after exiled prince Reza Pahlavi called for the protests to continue.
Iran Authorities Cut Internet and Phone Access Amidst Nationwide Protests — Konsyse
The Iranian government implemented a severe crackdown on communications to stifle the organization of ongoing protests.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Iran was plunged into a nationwide communication blackout on the evening of 8 January 2026 as mass anti-government protests spread across the country. The national demonstrations ensued after exiled prince Reza Pahlavi called for the protests to continue.
PROFOLUS: The choice made today about where and how AI data centers are built will determine whether the technology becomes a sustainable milestone or a major strain on U.S. energy and water systems by 2030.
AI Data Centers May Strain U.S. Energy and Water By 2030 - Profolus
The applications of AI are expanding. But the data centers powering it demand enormous amounts critical resources.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:30 AM
PROFOLUS: The choice made today about where and how AI data centers are built will determine whether the technology becomes a sustainable milestone or a major strain on U.S. energy and water systems by 2030.
PROFOLUS: US job data revealed that American workers faced a turbulent labor market in 2025 as layoffs reach their highest total since the pandemic. Government roles absorbed historic cuts while several companies corrected their pandemic-era hiring decisions.
2025 United States Layoffs: One of the Highest in Recent History - Profolus
Employers in the United States have announced a total of 1.170 million job cuts since January 2025.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM
PROFOLUS: US job data revealed that American workers faced a turbulent labor market in 2025 as layoffs reach their highest total since the pandemic. Government roles absorbed historic cuts while several companies corrected their pandemic-era hiring decisions.
Spotify confirmed this week that the recruitment advertisements for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are no longer running on the platform.
Spotify Stopped Running ICE Recruitment Ads in December 2025 — Konsyse
The polarizing partnership of Spotify with the Department of Homeland Security has come to an end.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Spotify confirmed this week that the recruitment advertisements for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are no longer running on the platform.
PROFOLUS: Despite its novelty, in addition to its notable advantages with strong use cases, electrophoretic displays like E-Ink panels used in Amazon Kindle and Kobo devices have several disadvantages that limit its wider applications in consumer electronic devices. #consumerguide
Electrophoretic Display: Advantages and Disadvantages - Profolus
Electrophoretic display or electronic ink is an example of electronic paper technology. This technology has advantages and disadvantages.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
PROFOLUS: Despite its novelty, in addition to its notable advantages with strong use cases, electrophoretic displays like E-Ink panels used in Amazon Kindle and Kobo devices have several disadvantages that limit its wider applications in consumer electronic devices. #consumerguide
PROFOLUS: Can artificial minds decay like human ones? A new study shows that low-quality data from social media can cause measurable “brain rot” in large language models.
AI Based on LLMs Can Get Brain Rot From Social Media - Profolus
Findings from an experiment revealed that large language models can suffer “brain rot” when trained on viral online junk data.
www.profolus.com
January 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
PROFOLUS: Can artificial minds decay like human ones? A new study shows that low-quality data from social media can cause measurable “brain rot” in large language models.
As protests peaked on 8 January 2026, and following the call of exiled prince Reza Pahlavi for mass demonstrations, the Iranian government deployed a "digital iron curtain" to isolate the population.
Iran Authorities Cut Internet and Phone Access Amidst Nationwide Protests — Konsyse
The Iranian government implemented a severe crackdown on communications to stifle the organization of ongoing protests.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:30 PM
As protests peaked on 8 January 2026, and following the call of exiled prince Reza Pahlavi for mass demonstrations, the Iranian government deployed a "digital iron curtain" to isolate the population.
PROFOLUS: The next leap in AI comes with a massive resource bill. Cornell scientists mapped the U.S. energy and water footprint of AI data centers and found a future defined by heavy carbon, stressed water systems, and uneven regional impacts.
AI Data Centers May Strain U.S. Energy and Water By 2030 - Profolus
The applications of AI are expanding. But the data centers powering it demand enormous amounts critical resources.
www.profolus.com
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
PROFOLUS: The next leap in AI comes with a massive resource bill. Cornell scientists mapped the U.S. energy and water footprint of AI data centers and found a future defined by heavy carbon, stressed water systems, and uneven regional impacts.
It is true that GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic offer rapid results. But the rate of weight regain after stopping is nearly four times faster than that seen after traditional diet and exercise programs.
Those Who Took Ozempic and Similar GLP-1 Jabs Gained Weight in Under 2 Years — Konsyse
The benefits of GLP-1 weight-loss injections may be fleeting.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
It is true that GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic offer rapid results. But the rate of weight regain after stopping is nearly four times faster than that seen after traditional diet and exercise programs.
PROFOLUS: The state of the U.S. labor market in 2025 was characterized by a surge of layoffs across the country. Workforce reductions surpassed 1 million in October 2025 and November data showed a historic high.
2025 United States Layoffs: One of the Highest in Recent History - Profolus
Employers in the United States have announced a total of 1.170 million job cuts since January 2025.
www.profolus.com
January 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
PROFOLUS: The state of the U.S. labor market in 2025 was characterized by a surge of layoffs across the country. Workforce reductions surpassed 1 million in October 2025 and November data showed a historic high.
An Oxford study reveals that the benefits of GLP-1 weight-loss injections may be fleeting. Findings show that individuals who stop the medication typically regain all lost weight in less than two years.
Those Who Took Ozempic and Similar GLP-1 Jabs Gained Weight in Under 2 Years — Konsyse
The benefits of GLP-1 weight-loss injections may be fleeting.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
An Oxford study reveals that the benefits of GLP-1 weight-loss injections may be fleeting. Findings show that individuals who stop the medication typically regain all lost weight in less than two years.
Following the high-stakes Saturday morning raid in Caracas, capital city of Venezuela, where U.S. special forces captured and extradited Nicolás Maduro, Polymarket officially ruled that the event did not constitute an invasion.
Wager Platform Polymarket Refuses to Pay Venezuela Invasion Bets — Konsyse
The platform argued the U.S. operation in Venezuela was a limited law-enforcement action and not an invasion.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Following the high-stakes Saturday morning raid in Caracas, capital city of Venezuela, where U.S. special forces captured and extradited Nicolás Maduro, Polymarket officially ruled that the event did not constitute an invasion.
PROFOLUS: State efforts to enforce age checks on adult platforms have resulted in a system that burdens adults, barely deters minors, and heightens cybersecurity risks, thus raising concerns over their constitutional soundness.
Why Age Verification Laws for Adult Sites May Fail U.S. Constitutional Tests - Profolus
Analyses reveal that age-check mandates may undermine their own goals and create imbalance between burdens and benefits.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
PROFOLUS: State efforts to enforce age checks on adult platforms have resulted in a system that burdens adults, barely deters minors, and heightens cybersecurity risks, thus raising concerns over their constitutional soundness.
The chase began on 20 December 2025, in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela, where the vessel defied a U.S. Coast Guard boarding order. The capture of the Marinera was the climax of a grueling two-week pursuit that spanned the Atlantic Ocean.
U.S. Captured Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker in the Atlantic — Konsyse
The capture of the Marinera was the climax of a grueling two-week pursuit that spanned the Atlantic Ocean.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM
The chase began on 20 December 2025, in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela, where the vessel defied a U.S. Coast Guard boarding order. The capture of the Marinera was the climax of a grueling two-week pursuit that spanned the Atlantic Ocean.
PROFOLUS: The United States, under the second Trump administration, carried out one of its most audacious foreign military operations in recent years with its surprise airstrike in Venezuela intended to capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Absolute Resolve: How the U.S. Planned and Executed the Maduro Capture - Profolus
A meticulously rehearsed U.S. operation to capture Nicolás Maduro unfolded with surgical speed and overwhelming coordination.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:30 AM
PROFOLUS: The United States, under the second Trump administration, carried out one of its most audacious foreign military operations in recent years with its surprise airstrike in Venezuela intended to capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
After years of a steady trickle, 2025 saw a massive surge in store closures, with over 8100 locations shutting down. This represents a 12 percent increase from the previous year and reflects a wider industry optimization.
Retail Apocalypse: These U.S. Retailers Closed Their Doors For Good in 2025 — Konsyse
2025 was a brutal year for brick-and-mortar retail in the United States.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM
After years of a steady trickle, 2025 saw a massive surge in store closures, with over 8100 locations shutting down. This represents a 12 percent increase from the previous year and reflects a wider industry optimization.
A nationwide communication blackout began around 8:30 p.m. local time in Iran. This coincided exactly with the scheduled "8 p.m. chant" called for by exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi and as the Iranian protests swell further on Thursday evening.
Iran Authorities Cut Internet and Phone Access Amidst Nationwide Protests — Konsyse
The Iranian government implemented a severe crackdown on communications to stifle the organization of ongoing protests.
www.konsyse.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:45 AM
A nationwide communication blackout began around 8:30 p.m. local time in Iran. This coincided exactly with the scheduled "8 p.m. chant" called for by exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi and as the Iranian protests swell further on Thursday evening.