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United Kingdom: A new study has stated that most women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer can expect to become long-term survivors, with some having a risk of death within five years as low as 0.2 percent. The research, funded by Cancer Research UK, brings reassuring news to women battling breast cancer. Led by academics at the University of Oxford, the study tracked survival rates among half a million women diagnosed with breast cancer in England from 1993 to 2015, focusing on cases where cancer had not spread beyond the breast. The researchers assessed the risk of death five years after…

London, UK: United Nations Secretary-General Mr. Antonio Guterres has expressed his concerns regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to propagate disinformation and hate speech. Mr. Guterres, while unveiling a new policy on disinformation, emphasized that although technological advancements have brought about positive changes, the potential risks associated with AI pose significant threats to democracy and human rights. In support of this sentiment, Mr. Guterres endorsed a proposal put forth by certain AI executives, suggesting the establishment of an international watchdog organization akin to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The rise of generative AI technology, demonstrated by the public…

United States: Regulators in the US have sought a court injunction to halt Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the publisher of popular video game franchise Call of Duty. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) expressed concerns that the deal, which would be the largest in the history of the gaming industry, could significantly reduce competition in the sector. While the European Commission approved the acquisition, the UK blocked it earlier due to competition concerns. A trial in the US is scheduled to begin in August, during which the FTC will evaluate whether the proposed acquisition violates antitrust laws.…

Thailand: Mr. Pita Limjaroenrat, Thailand’s leading prime ministerial candidate, is facing an investigation into his eligibility to run in the recent election, according to a senior official. Mr. Pita, the 42-year-old leader of the progressive Move Forward Party, surprised Thailand’s military-backed establishment with his election victory. Several complaints have been filed against him by rivals, but the election body dismissed three of them for being submitted late, while four others against the party were rejected. However, the Election Commission is now examining whether Pita was aware that he was ineligible to register as a parliamentary candidate due to his ownership…

United States: The new CEO of social media firm Twitter, Ms. Linda Yaccarino, has outlined her plans for “Twitter 2.0” after taking over from Mr. Elon Musk a week ago. The new CEO says the company is “on a mission to become the world’s most accurate real-time information source.” Since Mr. Musk bought Twitter last year, it has faced criticism over its approach to tackling disinformation. In May, the company lost its head of trust and safety and pulled out of the EU’s disinformation code. In a series of tweets that were also emailed to employees, Ms. Yaccarino echoed Mr.…

India: A cyclone named Biparjoy has intensified off India’s western coast and is expected to make landfall between Mandvi in Gujarat, India, and Karachi in Pakistan, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The cyclone has maximum sustained winds of 125-135 kmph (78-84 mph), with gusts up to 150 kmph (93 mph). The IMD has issued advisories for fishing communities to suspend operations and for the evacuation of people from coastal areas in Gujarat’s Saurashtra and Kutch regions. The potential impact of the cyclone has led to the suspension of operations at major ports like Mundra and Kandla, as well…

United Kingdom: The United Kingdom Prime Minister Mr. RishiSunak has stated that artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to provide “personalised learning” to children at school. Mr. Rishi Sunak noted that education was one of the public services he was most excited about AI’s potential to transform, adding it could “reduce teachers’ workloads” by assisting with lesson planning and marking. According to the UK, the potential for the technology to provide “personalised learning for each individual” was “so powerful”, comparing it to the impact of having a tutor. Mr. Sunak is keen to harness the potential of AI, saying it…

United States: “Leopoldstadt” by Tom Stoppard and the tragicomic musical “Kimberly Akimbo” become top winners at the Tony Awards, the prestigious honours recognizing excellence in American theater. Stoppard’s play explores the themes of anti-Semitism and loss within a Jewish family, while “Kimberly Akimbo” captivates with its intimate and heartfelt storytelling. J. Harrison Ghee, starring in “Some Like It Hot,” and Alex Newell, featured in “Shucked,” became the first openly nonbinary actors to receive Tony Awards for their outstanding work on Broadway. The 85-year-old playwright Tom Stoppard earned his fifth Tony for best play with “Leopoldstadt,” a deeply personal work inspired…

United Kingdom: A survey has revealed that over 10 percent of women face difficulties in developing a bond with their baby, and a majority of them report receiving no support from healthcare professionals. The survey, conducted by the Parent-Infant Foundation and involving more than 1,000 mothers, highlighted that 73 percent of women did not receive any information or guidance on bonding with their newborn during the initial weeks after childbirth. This is despite guidelines recommending healthcare staff provide assistance for emotional attachment, as it plays a crucial role in promoting healthy child development. According to the respondents, societal expectations to…

France: Novak Djokovic secured his 23rd Grand Slam title in a stunning victory over Casper Ruud in the French Open final. The Serbian superstar beat his rival Rafael Nadal’s record for the most major singles trophies in men’s tennis history. Nadal, a 14-time champion at Roland Garros, was absent from this year’s tournament due to injury. This win marked Djokovic’s third French Open title, adding to his victories in 2016 and 2021. He now stands as the sole male player to have won at least three titles in each major event. Since his first Slam win in 2008 at the…