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Ebola cases in Kenya highlight US failures amid Trump cuts to key services
An eighth person in Kenya has tested positive for Ebola in the country’s first cluster, highlighting reduced US global health support and a controversial quarantine center that has fueled local distrust.
In pictures: French landmarks damaged and destroyed by violent protesters
French landmarks suffered significant damage during weekend protests over fuel prices and living costs, with some rioters destroying shops, vandalizing iconic monuments, and setting fires to government buildings.
Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says
NHS England issued new guidance requiring trans patients to use hospital wards and facilities based on biological sex rather than gender identity, marking a shift from previous policy.
After a melanoma diagnosis, mRNA cancer vaccine delivered a patient hope — and a path forward
A melanoma patient in a clinical trial for an mRNA cancer vaccine combined with immunotherapy shared his recovery story at a medical summit, describing both physical challenges and successful treatment outcomes.
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‘It makes you feel helpless’: patients and doctors cast doubt on standard treatment for endometriosis
A study challenges the standard NHS treatment for endometriosis, finding that surgery combined with hormonal medication does not improve quality of life, while psychological support shows greater benefit.
Letby failings go beyond one hospital – the whole NHS system has been found lacking
A public inquiry into Lucy Letby’s crimes at an NHS hospital found systemic failures across England’s health system, including poor regulation, weak whistleblower protections, and persistent inability to address manager underperformance.
UK government rejects ‘kill switch’ idea for dangerous AI
The UK government has rejected proposals for an AI ‘kill switch’ mechanism, arguing that unilateral action would be ineffective without international coordination and agreement.
Deepfakes are wrecking influencers’ credibility, one fake ad at a time
Influencers face a growing threat from deepfaked ads using their likenesses without permission, damaging their credibility and brand value as AI makes creating convincing impersonations easier and cheaper than ever.
Why a decade of doomsday warnings failed to slow the AI race
An Anthropic safety researcher’s resignation over concerns about reckless AI development has reignited long-standing industry debates about superintelligence risks versus the competitive pressures driving rapid advancement.
Microsoft proposes limits on its AI with code of conduct amid safety debate
Microsoft published a provisional code of conduct for AI training, with CEO Mustafa Suleyman citing concerns about potential loss of control of AI systems amid industry-wide safety discussions.
Europe must build own AI or risk getting cut off by US or China, says ECB’s Lagarde
Europe must develop its own artificial intelligence technology and datacenters to avoid dependence on the US or China, according to ECB President Christine Lagarde, who warned of potential economic leverage in negotiations.
‘I created my mom and talk to her’: AI ghosts and deathslop are changing the way we mourn
AI-generated tributes to deceased celebrities, dubbed “deathslop,” are proliferating online, while some families are using generative AI griefbots as personal mourning tools with consent from living relatives.
Voicemod’s new pocket-friendly device brings real-time voice changing to your phone
Voicemod introduced a mobile device enabling real-time voice changing on smartphones and tablets for gaming, calls, and streaming, priced at $99.90 standalone or $129.90 with a Pro license.
This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
SimpliSafe launches its Video Doorbell Series 2 with AI-powered threat detection and live agent monitoring, allowing human security guards to respond to suspicious activity at your front door.
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
Fujifilm introduced the Instax Pal 2, a pocket-sized digital camera featuring a 10-megapixel sensor, optical viewfinder, and LCD screen, launching in the US later this month for $169.95.
Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI
Meta launches global subscription bundles pairing app subscriptions with AI features, offering tiers for individuals starting at $7.99 monthly and business options up to $499.