Scientists made 16 successful viruses that had their genetic code designed by artificial intelligence.
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A US government watchdog has reviewed the Department of Government Efficiency's reported savings figures and found significant problems. The review determined that several of DOGE's claimed savings, part of a widely cited $110 billion total, were either incorrect or lacked sufficient supporting evidence. The findings raise questions about the reliability of the cost-cutting metrics promoted by the body. DOGE had been positioned as a key initiative to reduce federal government spending, making the accuracy of its reported figures a matter of public interest.
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million in what is being described as the largest child safety ruling against a social media company. The fine targets Meta's handling of content and practices that have been found to harm children across its platforms. Meta is the parent company of Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, all of which were implicated in the ruling. The penalty adds to growing legal and regulatory pressure on the tech giant over its impact on younger users.
Israeli authorities have charged settler Yinon Levy with reckless manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of Odeh Hathaleen. The incident took place in July 2025 in the West Bank. Hathaleen was associated with a Palestinian film that won an Academy Award. The case has drawn significant attention given the victim's connection to the acclaimed production.
Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old TikTok creator, has passed away after a battle with cancer. She had built an online following by openly sharing her experiences of living with the disease, including both her hopes and hardships. Towle used her platform to give audiences an honest look at life as a young cancer patient. Her videos resonated with many viewers and brought attention to the realities faced by young people dealing with serious illness.
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