Karnataka government will soon issue guidelines for medical students on appropriate behavior and respect towards donated bodies. This follows viral clips of students disrespecting cadavers, sparking a debate on ethics. The state has 72 medical colleges with 13,000 students.
Major UK retailers like Currys, B&Q, Amazon, and Lidl met with the energy minister to discuss selling "balcony solar panels." These plug-in devices aim to help renters and flat dwellers generate their own electricity, cut bills, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has introduced new rules for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), mandating rigorous due diligence for crypto listings and banning anonymity-enhancing coins. These measures aim to enhance financial stability and customer protection.
Tasmanian Racing Minister Jane Howlett is under pressure to resign after evidence suggested her office knew about Tasracing messaging that breached election guidelines. A consultant testified that Howlett's senior adviser was aware of the messaging before it was sent, contradicting statutory declarations. Opposition parties are demanding her resignation, drawing parallels to a former minister's departure over legal fees.
KPMG has withdrawn its global report on "Agentic AI" after major companies named in it complained that their supposed achievements were fabricated. The report contained false claims and bogus case studies, allegedly generated by AI "hallucinations" that KPMG staff failed to verify.
A medical student's remarks about male cadavers at a comedy show led to backlash, an inquiry, and compulsory leave. The student association president condemned the comments and criticized the comedian, calling for clearer guidelines on comedy.
China's cyberspace administration, central bank, financial regulators, and statistics bureau jointly released "Guidelines for Data Classification and Grading of Financial Information Services." The guidelines aim to standardize data management, enhance data security, and promote the lawful use of data within the financial information sector, classifying data into four levels: core, important, sensitive general, and regular general.
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.
Lord Ranger, a British Indian Tory peer, is suing the UK government in the High Court over the revocation of his CBE. He claims the decision, advised by PM Keir Starmer, was unlawful and violated his freedom of expression rights.
Wonju City Facilities Management Corporation has enacted ethical guidelines for generative AI use, mandating clear labeling of AI-generated content and fact-checking to prevent human rights violations and ethical risks.
The Health Insurance Review Agency has established guidelines for generating Real-World Evidence (RWE) to evaluate the performance of drugs listed on the national health insurance. The guidelines aim to supplement existing clinical trial data, especially for drugs where real-world usage outcomes are difficult to ascertain.
Binance has released guidelines for the use of AI agents in the virtual asset market, emphasizing the need for human oversight due to AI's limitations like hallucinations and potential security risks such as prompt injection and phishing.
Asuka Village has created the "Asuka Visit Guidelines" in anticipation of the "Asuka-Fujiwara Palace Sites" being registered as a World Heritage site. The guidelines call for basic visitor etiquette like not littering and include the "10 Promises" from villagers, emphasizing the preservation of the rural landscape and local life.
The CSM Plenum approved new guidelines for judicial office communication, focusing on reputational protection for individuals involved in proceedings, limiting press conferences, and mandating update communications on case developments. The resolution passed with a majority vote.
O EVLT e o laser transdérmico revolucionam o tratamento de varizes, oferecendo procedimentos menos invasivos com recuperação rápida, apoiados por tecnologias como ultrassom vascular e VeinViewer.
Caroline Eshghi, a survivor of historical child abuse, expresses outrage over her mother Melanie Burmingham's early release after serving only 8 months of a 20-month sentence for cruelty to a child under 16.
China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment has released two new guidelines, the "General Guidelines for Nuclear Safety Culture Construction" and the "Implementation Guidelines for Nuclear Safety Culture Assessment," effective August 15, 2026. These standards aim to guide and promote the development and assessment of nuclear safety culture within the industry, reinforcing safety measures and sustainable development in nuclear energy and technology utilization.
Delhi-NCR experienced relief from warm and humid weather with light rain and thunderstorms. The IMD issued a red alert forecasting gusty winds up to 70 kmph and a possibility of hail, advising residents to follow disaster management guidelines.
Google has released new guidelines for AI data centers to manage water consumption, aiming to set an industry standard amid growing public concerns about environmental impact. The company acknowledges legitimate worries about water use and calls for greater transparency.
Shanghai's municipal government has announced plans to research and develop compute futures, a new financial derivative, as part of its strategy to become a global wealth management hub. This marks the first official mention of compute futures by Shanghai authorities.
Former UK spy chief David Omand believes AI can create moral frameworks for autonomous drones, allowing them to distinguish combatants from civilians and comply with international law. He argues this is an operational inevitability due to modern warfare's speed, advocating for human "on the loop" oversight rather than "in the loop" control.
Seoul police investigate the collapse of the Seosomun Overpass during demolition, focusing on adherence to safety guidelines, with 3 killed and 3 injured.
Jess Phillips criticizes lenient sentences for teenage boys convicted of rape and sexual assault, calling for a review of sentencing guidelines to prioritize victim safety over perpetrator rehabilitation.
New planning guidelines in Selangor, Malaysia, restrict non-Islamic places of worship in commercial areas, sparking concerns over minority rights. Approved on Nov 12, the rules by PLANMalaysia Selangor prohibit new sites and conversions in commercial zones, where many groups operate due to land scarcity.
