Today’s picks
1. Here’s what scientists think about Theranos a decade after it imploded
A viral documentary has renewed public interest in Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos, but scientists have kept examining the company’s blood-testing claims all along. This article gathers their views a decade after Theranos imploded, revisiting why its technology failed and what lessons remain for biotech validation, reproducibility, and regulation. It is worth reading for a grounded, scientific perspective beyond the familiar fraud narrative.
2. It’s not just Commerzbank: Italians are eating up German business
UniCredit’s takeover of Commerzbank is only the beginning. Italian firms are increasingly buying German companies, reshaping Europe’s corporate landscape. The article explores what is driving this trend and what it means for Germany’s economy and European integration. It is worth reading for a clearer view of cross-border M&A and shifting economic influence.
3. Can joggers outrun injury?
Jogging is good for health, yet injuries often come from doing too much too soon. This article asks whether runners can outrun injury, exploring training load, recovery, and the value of patience. Its central lesson is that gradual, consistent progress matters more than chasing pace. Readers who want to run sustainably will find useful perspective here.
4. Everything you need to know about flu season 2026
This article explains what to know about the 2026 flu season, including early trends, circulating strains, vaccine match, and prevention. It argues that an early start does not necessarily mean a disastrous season; severity depends on viral characteristics, population immunity, and protective behavior. Read it to better assess this year’s risks and plan vaccination and precautions.
5. ‘A completely unique opportunity’: the secretive process that will decide the BBC’s future – podcast
Every decade, the BBC’s survival hinges on a complex, multi-year charter renewal negotiation with the government. This podcast examines what that secretive process actually involves, including funding, governance and independence, and asks whether it can secure the BBC’s long-term future. It is a clear guide to a high-stakes debate that shapes British public media, and worth listening to.
By publication
The Economist
Scientific American
- Here’s what scientists think about Theranos a decade after it imploded
- Everything you need to know about flu season 2026