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New York: The US Postal Service (USPS) has revealed a temporary suspension of parcel shipments from mainland China and Hong Kong, while letters will continue to be accepted. The suspension is set to remain “until further notice,” with no specific reason provided by USPS. This move follows US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 10% tariff on all goods imported from China, eliminating the “de minimis” tax exemption that previously allowed goods valued at $800 or less to enter the US duty-free. The de minimis loophole has come under scrutiny in recent years, particularly as Chinese e-commerce giants like…
California: Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has updated its AI principles, removing its prior commitment to never use artificial intelligence for developing weapons or surveillance tools. The revision eliminates a clause that ruled out AI applications “likely to cause harm,” signalling a shift in the company’s approach amid evolving technology and global security concerns. In a blog post, Google senior vice president James Manyika and DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis defended the changes, stressing the need for businesses and democratic governments to collaborate on AI that “supports national security.” They argued that AI should be developed under democratic values such as freedom,…
London: The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton has released a new portrait and an inspiring message, taken by her six-year-old son, Prince Louis, ahead of World Cancer Day. The photo captures Kate standing on a fallen tree trunk in the woods, arms open as she looks towards the camera. In a message shared alongside the image, Kate included a quote that, “Don’t forget to nurture all that which lies beyond the disease.” This comes after she announced in January that she is in remission following a cancer diagnosis last year. Kate has been gradually resuming her royal duties after completing…
Pune, India: Since January, Pune has reported approximately 160 cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), with five suspected deaths. Currently, 48 patients remain in intensive care, 21 require ventilators, and 38 have been discharged. What is GBS? GBS typically begins with tingling or numbness in the limbs, progressing to weakness over weeks. Mortality rates range from 3% to 13%, depending on severity and healthcare access. Health experts trace the outbreak to Campylobacter jejuni, a common foodborne pathogen and the leading global cause of GBS. Research has previously linked GBS to this bacterium in rural China, particularly during monsoons when children played…
London: The UK government has announced “world-leading” legislation to criminalize AI tools designed to generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM), aiming to curb the alarming rise of AI-driven exploitation. It is already illegal to possess AI-generated CSAM but the new laws will target the means of production. The law says The new laws will make it illegal to possess, create, or distribute AI tools that generate CSAM, punishable by up to five years in prison. Additionally, possessing AI-generated “paedophile manuals,” which provide guidance on using AI to abuse children, will carry a penalty of up to three years. Safeguarding Minister…
Los Angeles: Beyoncé was visibly stunned as her album ‘Cowboy Carter’ was named ‘Best Country Album’ at the 67th Grammy Awards. Beyoncé becomes the first black woman to win a Grammy. The award, presented by Taylor Swift—who, like Beyoncé, has successfully transitioned between genres—came as a significant moment in the night’s festivities. Beyoncé said that, “Wow, I really was not expecting this, thanking the “incredible country artists” who voted for the honor. This win came five months after Beyoncé faced a snub at the Country Music Awards, despite making history as the first Black woman to reach number one on…
Philadelphia: A small medical transport plane, a Learjet 55, crashed into several buildings in north-east Philadelphia on Friday (31st Jan) evening, causing fires and injuring people on the ground. The plane was carrying four crew members, a child patient, and the patient’s escort on a medical mission. The child, receiving treatment in the US for a life-threatening condition, was returning to Tijuana, Mexico, accompanied by her mother, a pilot, a copilot, a doctor, and a paramedic. Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion and seeing a massive fireball as the plane descended. The crash occurred just blocks from the Roosevelt Mall,…
Washington DC: US President Donald Trump is set to impose tariffs starting Saturday,1st of February, with 25% duties on Mexico and Canada and a 10% tariff on China, according to the White House. Trump specified that Canadian oil would face lower tariffs of 10%, effective February 18, and stated his intention to impose tariffs on the European Union in the future, accusing the bloc of not treating the US well. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explained the tariffs on Canada and Mexico as a response to the illegal fentanyl trade, which has contributed to the deaths of tens of…
Washington, DC: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new type of non-opioid painkiller, Suzetrigine, marketed under the brand name Journavx. Designed for short-term pain relief in adults, the drug works by blocking pain signals before they reach the brain, offering an alternative to opioids for moderate to severe pain management. Vertex Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer, claims that Journavx provides effective relief without the addictive potential of opioids. The FDA called its approval a significant milestone in acute pain management, citing clinical trials that demonstrated its ability to reduce pain after surgery. The US has long struggled with…
New Zealand: After years of negotiations, New Zealand has granted Taranaki Maunga (Mount Taranaki) the same legal rights as a person. This landmark settlement, formalized through the Taranaki Maunga Collective Redress Bill passed on Thursday, effectively gives the mountain ownership of itself. A collaborative group representing the eight local Māori tribes (iwi) and the government will work together to manage the mountain. The agreement aims to compensate Māori from the Taranaki region for injustices suffered during colonization, including widespread land confiscation. Government Minister Paul Goldsmith acknowledged the “hurt that has been caused by past wrongs” and emphasized the importance of…