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Researchers have identified how the Ebola virus reproduces by interacting with the human protein ubiquitin, revealing a new target for therapeutic intervention. This finding, part of a collaborative study involving experts in various medical fields, offers insights into viral replication processes and potential pathways for developing effective Ebola treatments.A U.S.-Canada study co-led by UdeM researchers offers key understanding of Ebola virus replication and potential therapeutic targets.Scientists in Canada and the…

Due to a strike in Germany, Ford is losing millions with production at a standstill in Saarlouis, Germany where the Ford Focus is built. Ford’s production lines in Saarlouis have been halted since Friday due to a strike at five surrounding suppliers. The Ford Focus is the only vehicle currently being built at the facility. When up and running, the plant cranks out about 600 Focus models every day. However, Ford has already announced plans to end production as it transitions to EVs in Europe. An…

Rivian generally had a good day yesterday, launching the R2 SUV along with the surprise R3 crossover and dune buggy-esque R3X that were met with general acclaim. Buried in that press release, however, was the news that the automaker is halting production of its $5 billion Georgia plant in order to save money.Instead of building the R2 in Georgia as originally planned, the company will start production of the electric SUV at its existing Normal, Illinois plant. "Beyond significantly reducing the amount of capital needed to…

Danish studio Die Gute Fabrik, responsible for indie titles such as the excellently unique indie Mutazione, has announced that the company is halting production of current projects. The studio points to the current “challenging funding and investment scene” in games as the big reason behind the decision. We’re sad to share that we're halting production at @gutefabrik due to the challenging funding & investment scene in games right now. We downed tools earlier this month & have been doing our best to support the…

Volvo has joined Tesla in stopping its EV production in Europe due to the threat of violence from Iran-backed Houthi fighters attacking commercial ships traveling in the Red Sea. As Electrek reported yesterday, Tesla has halted its Berlin gigafactory for about two weeks, from January 29 to February 11, due to a lack of components as a result of a Red Sea blockade.Tesla and Volvo are among several companies having to direct ships away from the Red Sea amid the threat of attacks, Automotive News…

Apple stopping some Apple Watch sales Apple stopping some Apple Watch sales over patent dispute 03:38 Apple said it will halt sales of some of its Apple Watch products later…

Jason Hiner/ZDNETIf you have an Apple Watch on your Christmas list, you'd better hope Santa's already done his shopping. Because starting later this week, you won't be able to purchase the Apple Watch Ultra 2 or the Apple Watch Series 9 -- at least not directly from Apple.Also: The best Apple Watches: Expert tested and reviewedBoth watches will disappear from Apple's website at 3 p.m. EST on Thursday and from Apple stores after December 24. The halt in sales is a result of an October ruling from the International…

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Owlet and its baby monitoring devices are back in the good graces of the FDA. The company received clearance from the US regulator for its product , a medical-grade pulse-ox monitor designed as a wireless “sock” for newborns and babies. The win comes the Utah-based biotech company to stop selling its smart sock almost 18 months ago. The FDA objection was based on the fact that the wearable had the capacity to relay a live display of a baby’s heart rate and oxygen levels, which is critical data that a doctor should…

In a big relief to aggregators like Uber and Rapido, the Delhi High Court on Friday stayed the public notice and show cause notice issued by the Delhi Transport Department against continuing their operations.A division bench comprising Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Neena Bansal Krishna also directed the Transport Department to not take any coercive steps against Rapido and others till such time policy is framed.“The Hon’ble High Court has ordered that no coercive steps shall be taken by the concerned authorities in the…