The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea to restrict Aadhaar's use to identity verification only, citing concerns it's being accepted as proof of citizenship, domicile, address, or DOB, potentially enabling illegal immigrants to obtain voter IDs and impact election integrity.
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.
An individual adopted a Russian blue kitten, Chives, despite being allergic. Initial tolerance quickly turned into severe symptoms. The article explores the science behind cat allergies, the myth of "hypoallergenic" breeds, and various treatment options, including antihistamines, nasal sprays, and allergy shots.
The World Cup kicks off with many top players facing fatigue due to packed schedules including the Euros and an expanded Club World Cup. France leads in total minutes played by squads, while players like Virgil van Dijk have exceptionally high individual workloads.
Top football players face extreme fatigue heading into the World Cup due to a relentless schedule including the Euros, Club World Cup, and now the World Cup itself. France's squad has the highest total minutes played, while players like Virgil van Dijk and Jose Manuel Lopez have exceptionally high individual workloads.
A US Navy 'Corsair' sea drone, typically used for surveillance and mine detection, successfully rescued two crew members from a downed Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman. This marks the first known instance of an unmanned vessel conducting a rescue mission, highlighting the Pentagon's expanding use of drone technology.
Germany's bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2027-2028 has failed, losing to Portugal and Austria. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called it a significant foreign policy defeat, attributing it to potential aid cuts and a hesitant campaign.
Losing hair during cancer treatment can be devastating, impacting identity and sense of control. Scientists in Japan have made a breakthrough in recreating hair growth cycles in mice, offering hope for reversing hair loss in humans.
The SCO, led by China and Russia, faces challenges in taking a decisive stance due to its design for restraint, amid Iran's high tensions with the US and Israel, despite a tentative ceasefire agreement.
Google employee Michele Spagnuolo charged with commodities fraud and money laundering for using confidential info to make $1.2M in bets. RT report highlights perceived double standard, citing President Trump's $211M-$750M in Q1 2026 securities trading with no action.
The UK and Europe experience record-breaking May heatwaves, prompting concerns over the UK's preparedness for extreme heat, with potential solutions discussed.
The US Justice Department has indicted former Cuban President Raul Castro and five officials for the 1996 shootdown of two Brothers to the Rescue planes, killing four Americans. The indictment is seen as part of a broader US pressure campaign against Cuba, drawing parallels to actions taken against Venezuela's Maduro.
Greek media say the drone, which reportedly had explosives, could be either Ukrainian or linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Greek media say the drone, which reportedly had explosives, could be either Ukrainian or linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.
BBC Sport examines a torrid week for Real Madrid with the iconic club on the brink of a second successive trophyless season.
James Bond games have always fallen short of capturing the precise feel of the classic movies. But Amazon’s first dip into the 007 mythology seems to have a character of its ownIn the wake of the last James Bond movie, No Time to Die, there was a surge of articles asking whether it should spell the end for Ian Fleming’s secret agent. In that movie, Daniel Craig played the character as a fading force, mentally and physically exhausted, and out of touch. “The world has moved on,” Lashana Lynch’s younger agent told him at one point, and in a lot of ways she was right. A product of the cold war era, 007 was a sociopathic misogynist addicted to booze and amphetamines – Craig tried to play all that down, creating a more rounded character and, controversially, giving Bond the ultimate redemption arc at the end of his final outing.But five years later, with the franchise’s new owner Amazon still trying to pull the next film together, we’re about to get what looks to be the best Bond game since GoldenEye. Created by the Danish developer IO Interactive, famed for its Hitman series of anarchic open-ended assassination sims, 007 First Light follows a fresh-faced Bond from his early career as an aircrewman to his first mission as a double-0 operative. The games press was recently given a three-hour hands-on demo to play, and reports suggest that it combines elements of the Hitman games (Bond navigating a gala event, either sleuthing or punching his way to the mission objective) with major set-piece shootouts, chase scenes and miraculous gadgets. (For more on its making, read this piece about how developer IO Interactive brought it together.) Continue reading...
After years of debate over whether claw and pinball machines encourage high-stakes gambling, Hong Kong has finally proposed stricter oversight to curb gaming, particularly among teenagers. Cases of addiction linked to these machines are rising in the city, but drawing a clear distinction between gaming and gambling remains difficult. As Hong Kong prepares to amend relevant laws, The South China Morning Post examines how other jurisdictions regulate the trend and asks an expert from an addiction...
A study in Science from Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found OpenAI's o1 model matched or outperformed internal medicine physicians in diagnosing 76 ER patients. The AI achieved correct or near-correct diagnoses in 67% of triage cases, surpassing the 55% and 50% rates of two human physicians. Researchers emphasize the need for real-world trials and caution that AI isn't prepared for autonomous clinical decision-making.
A new study in Science from Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center finds OpenAI's o1 model matched or exceeded attending physicians in diagnosing 76 emergency room patients. At initial triage, o1 provided exact or very close diagnoses 67% of the time vs. 55% and 50% for two physicians. Researchers stress AI is not ready for real clinical use and call for prospective trials.
A courtyard house in Fuzhou, Fujian, where Communist spy Wu Shi once lived before being executed in Taipei in 1950, has become a national pilgrimage site following a hit drama 'Silent Honour'. The property was renovated in three months and opened in February, attracting up to 20,000 visitors daily over Chinese New Year. Since April, it has been designated one of China's 25 'National Security Education Bases', part of Beijing's messaging toward Taiwan framing spy executions within a reunification narrative.
A courtyard house in Fuzhou, Fujian, once home to Wu Shi – a KMT defector executed in Taipei in 1950 – has become a pilgrimage site after a hit drama 'Silent Honour' aired in October. The residence was renovated in three months and opened in February, drawing up to 20,000 visitors daily over Chinese New Year. Since April, it has been designated a National Security Education Base, part of Beijing's messaging toward Taiwan.
NPR's Michel Martin interviews Jacqueline Smith from the International Transport Workers' Federation about the dire conditions facing sailors stranded on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The interview examines the humanitarian and labor concerns for maritime workers in this strategically vital but volatile shipping corridor.
RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij examines videos appearing to show Israeli soldiers looting homes in southern Lebanon and the IDF’s response Read Full Article at RT.com
