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Compared to influenza, COVID-19 is more likely to cause venous thrombosis

New research published in the medRxiv* preprint server suggests that COVID-19 illness incurs a greater 90-day risk of venous thrombosis than the flu. However, arterial thrombosis remains a higher risk among people with the influenza virus.

Dune becomes Warner Bros. biggest opening of the pandemic – CNET

Even with the HBO Max simultaneous release, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune was a “winner.”

James Michael Tyler, ‘Gunther’ in Friends, dies aged 59 – CNET

The actor died following a battle with prostate cancer.

COP26 is ‘world’s best last chance’ for climate action. Here’s why it’s so important – CNET

The world comes together in Glasgow for COP26 next week. What you need to know.

AirPods 3 vs. AirPods Pro: Every major difference between Apple’s latest earbuds – CNET

The AirPods 3 have a narrower design, spatial audio and water resistance like the AirPods Pro. How else do they compare?

NASA’s mega moon rocket fitted with Orion capsule for the first time – CNET

The SLS rocket is now wearing Orion like a crown in preparation for testing ahead of the Artemis I moon mission in 2022.

Scientists create a wooden knife that’s three times sharper than steel – CNET

Hardened wood slices through steak like a hot (steel) knife through butter.

Diver discovers rare, 900-year-old Crusader sword in perfect condition – CNET

The ancient sword is believed to have belonged to a knight in the Crusades.

Failed Russian satellite becomes blazing fireball over the US and Canada – CNET

The spacecraft didn’t make it to orbit and went out in a blaze of glory instead.

100-million-year old crab in amber rewrites ancient crustacean history – CNET

“This is a big moment for crabs.”