Hong Kong's welfare chief, Chris Sun, announced plans to expand priority community care to include dementia patients and carers over 60 of severely disabled individuals, following a recent tragedy.
Due to overwhelming demand, additional screenings of the Chinese film 'The Volunteers' have been added from June 25-29 at GVmax, GV VivoCity. Tickets go on sale June 22.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with large crowds in Sydney and Melbourne. Incidents included flares and minor crowd disturbances, but no major injuries were reported.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with some incidents involving flares and crowd surges.
Athletic Bilbao extends Yuri Berchiche's contract for one year. Spain's Lamine Yamal is adapting and not ready for a full match. Turkey cancels public World Cup screenings due to university exams.
Uzbekistan's World Cup debut ended in a 3-1 defeat to Colombia, but fans nationwide celebrated midfielder Abbosbek Fayzullayev's historic first goal, viewing it as a significant milestone for the country.
The Supreme Court released a list of 28 candidates to succeed Justice Lee Heung-gu, who will retire on September 7. Among the 87 candidates recommended from inside and outside the court, 27 judges and 1 professor agreed to screening by the Supreme Court Justice Recommendation Committee. Two women are among the candidates.
The Seoul International Garden Show has surpassed 5 million visitors in 48 days, 25 days faster than last year. The event, held until October 27th, is expected to boost the local economy and offers various summer-themed content including shaded gardens, rainy day gardens, night gardens, and outdoor movie screenings.
The UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 results show a shrinking shortlist for Mains, with 13,343 candidates qualifying, down from 14,161 last year. The Indian Forest Service (IFoS) shortlist saw a near halving. This indicates a tighter selection process and increased competition for coveted government jobs.
In Deutschland erkranken jährlich rund 55.300 Menschen an Darmkrebs. Obwohl Prävention durch Screening möglich ist, ist die Teilnahmequote zu niedrig. Ein Blick auf die Niederlande zeigt, wie ein konsequent organisiertes Programm die Inanspruchnahme verdoppeln kann.
Actress Natalie Ng Man-yan, former Miss Hong Kong, has died at 51 after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. Diagnosed in 2022, her cancer relapsed and spread to multiple organs. Ng documented her struggle on social media, inspiring many with her resilience.
Scientists have developed a new non-invasive maternal blood test, NIFS, capable of detecting thousands of serious genetic conditions in a fetus. This advanced sequencing technique identifies fetal DNA fragments in the mother's blood, potentially replacing invasive procedures like amniocentesis and offering earlier diagnosis for a wider range of disorders.
New US cardiology guidelines suggest cholesterol screening for children aged 9-11 to identify familial hypercholesterolemia early, preventing heart attacks and strokes in young adults.
Equal AI, an Indian startup, raises $30M in Series B funding for its AI-powered call screening app, which screens calls, gathers information, and informs users of the caller's reason, with over 1M monthly active users.
Taipei 101 Chairwoman Jia Yong-jie hosted a private screening of the documentary "Legendary Diva Kao Chü-hua." Deeply moved, she expressed solidarity with the film's subject, Kao Chü-hua, a Taiwanese singer who faced political persecution and personal hardship.
Nearly 90% of Americans have at least one risk factor for Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome. New guidelines from the American Heart Association recommend earlier screening, particularly for excess body fat, to prevent serious complications.
Morgan Newman, a 24-year-old dental assistant, was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2015. After treatment, she faced unaddressed mental health challenges common among cancer survivors, including anxiety about recurrence and infertility. Nationally, over 18 million cancer survivors in 2025 are projected to grow to 22 million by 2035, with many experiencing long-term psychological impacts.
Leading AI and biotech executives call on US Congress to mandate safety screening for synthetic DNA purchases, citing increased biosecurity risks due to rapid AI advancements.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup prompts various UK venues to host public screenings, offering unique experiences from historic pools to castles, with organized events, large screens, and special promotions.
Kate Winslet surprises 14-year-old blind film fan Eryn with a call after learning she traveled 140 miles for an accessible cinema screening of 'The Magic Faraway Tree', promising support for more audio description services.
South Korea has intensified Ebola screening at Incheon Airport following the WHO's declaration of a public health emergency due to rising cases in Africa. The focus is on travelers from five key African countries, with targeted quarantine measures in place.
AI leaders including Sam Altman and Dario Amodei have penned an open letter to Congress advocating for mandatory screening and recordkeeping of nucleic acid synthesis orders. They warn that rapid AI advancements could lower barriers for developing biological weapons, urging swift legislative action to mitigate biosecurity risks.
Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor who played a crucial role in shaping "Star Wars," has died at 80. Despite her significant contributions, she often downplayed her role, attributing the film's success to George Lucas's imagination. She also worked on "Taxi Driver" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore."
Poland's Ministry of Health will fully fund follow-up diagnostic tests for cancer patients, including CT scans, MRIs, colonoscopies, and gastroscopies, to ensure early detection of recurrence and continuous care.
