Tokyo Court Grants Legal Protection to Human Voices in AI Clone Case
A Tokyo court has granted legal protection to human voices, preventing unauthorized AI cloning of vocal characteristics in a landmark decision.
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NASA Selects Three New Missions to Advance Permanent Moon Base Plans
NASA has selected three new scientific payloads to support its Moon Base program, including missions to search for underground shelter and water ice to prepare for human habitation.
Science & SpacePokémon GO Launches Minior Showers Event Tied to Real Meteor Showers
Pokémon GO is hosting Minior Showers events tied to real-life meteor showers, allowing players to encounter the Minior Pokémon with special bonuses during designated dates.
General NewsLondon Pedestrianizes Oxford Street, Reclaiming Its Historic Shopping Heart
London is converting a section of Oxford Street, the city's iconic shopping destination, into a car-free zone to reshape urban mobility and pedestrian experience.
General NewsNASA's Swift Telescope Set to Burn Up in Atmosphere After Failed Rescue
NASA's Swift space telescope is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere after a rescue mission failed. The telescope will burn up during reentry, marking the end of its operational life.
Science & SpaceScientists Identify Potential 'Switch' to Extend Human Lifespan
Researchers have identified a biological mechanism that may extend human lifespan, offering potential new pathways for longevity research and age-related disease treatment.
Health & MedicineSony Extends PS5 Pro's AI Upscaling to Base PS5 Model
Sony is bringing its QSSR AI upscaling technology to the base PS5 console, a feature previously exclusive to the PS5 Pro, with implementation in upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei.
TechnologyEarly smartphone ownership linked to eating disorder risk in preteens, UCSF study finds
A UCSF study published in JAMA Network Open finds that owning a smartphone at age 12 may increase risk of disordered eating in children, raising questions about appropriate device ownership timing.
Science & SpaceSouth Korea Pushes Back on Trump's $50B Alaska Pipeline Investment Claim
South Korean President Lee contradicted Trump's claim that Seoul agreed to invest $50 billion in an Alaska LNG pipeline project, signaling no commitment has been made.
Politics & GovernanceSaudi coalition accuses Houthis of attacking Medina mosque power station
Saudi-led coalition reports Houthis attacked a power station supplying electricity to the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, escalating regional tensions.
ReligionEthiopia and Eritrea sever diplomatic ties as Tigray fighting escalates
Ethiopia and Eritrea cut diplomatic ties after Ethiopia accused Eritrea of involvement in renewed Tigray fighting, expelling ten Eritrean diplomats and shutting its embassy in Asmara.
Politics & GovernanceRussian drone strikes Kyiv school amid intensified aerial campaign
A Russian drone struck a school in Kyiv as Moscow intensifies its aerial bombardment campaign against Ukraine, continuing attacks on civilian infrastructure.
War & ConflictIsraeli officials say radicalized FlyDubai co-pilot sought to crash Tel Aviv-bound jet
An Omani co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight bound for Tel Aviv allegedly attempted to crash the aircraft. Israeli officials claim the co-pilot was radicalized with intent to harm Jewish passengers.
War & ConflictSpace Marine 2 Launches Year 3 with Massive Anniversary Update
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 releases its Anniversary Update marking year three with expanded endgame content and hints at potential fourth-year support.
Culture & ArtsUK joins EU allies in emergency talks over diesel reserves as Trump threatens export ban
Britain is in talks with European allies about releasing emergency diesel stockpiles after Trump threatened US export bans to lower global fuel prices. UK diesel prices hit record highs as the country relies on US imports for about a third of supply.
Politics & GovernanceSheinbaum's Mixed Record: Mexico's First Female President Shows Progress on Wages, Struggles With Violence
After two years as Mexico's first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum reports a 51% drop in homicides but faces criticism over surging disappearances, selective anti-corruption efforts, and balancing US relations while maintaining sovereignty.
Politics & GovernanceThe Hidden Cost: How Much Are Ratepayers Subsidizing AI Data Centers?
AI data centers' massive power demands require costly infrastructure upgrades, but the distribution of costs and benefits between commercial operators and residential ratepayers remains opaque.
TechnologyCornell rape victim's attorney disputes prosecutor's account of police statement
The attorney for an alleged 2024 gang rape victim at Cornell University says she explicitly told police she was raped, contradicting the local prosecutor's characterization of her statement.
Crime & JusticeBrazil's High-Stakes Election: Lula Holds Narrow Lead Over Bolsonaro
Brazil approaches a high-stakes 2026 election with former president Lula and incumbent Bolsonaro polling closely, with global economic and geopolitical implications.
Politics & GovernancePutin warns of 'all weapons' response to attack as NATO tensions escalate across Europe
Putin reiterates Russia would use all weapons including nuclear arms if attacked, framing it as defensive response to NATO threats. NATO and European leaders warn of escalating Russian hybrid attacks across the continent.
War & ConflictTennessee execution fails: Woman survives two lethal injections, raising protocol questions
Christa Pike survived two doses of pentobarbital during a Tennessee execution, remaining conscious and in pain before being hospitalized. The failed execution has triggered an independent review and raised questions about the state's lethal injection protocol.
Health & MedicineSpaceX launches international crew of four to ISS for six-month mission
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launched from Cape Canaveral carrying four astronauts—two Americans, one Russian, and one Canadian—to the International Space Station for a six-month mission.
Science & SpaceTennessee execution fails again as Pike survives lethal injection attempt
Tennessee's execution of Christa Pike failed Wednesday after two doses of pentobarbital, with Pike heard snoring over an hour later. Governor Lee ordered a review, calling the incident 'deeply disturbing.'
Health & MedicineAlgeria imposes death penalty for arson after deadly wildfire season
Algeria's parliament voted to impose capital punishment for forest arson and child abduction following summer wildfires that killed over 200 people in the northeast, marking a significant expansion of the death penalty despite no executions since 1993.
Politics & Governance007 First Light's Free DLC Expansion Launches With New Driving Missions
007 First Light has released a free Extended Operation DLC expansion featuring new driving gameplay with the Valhalla vehicle and additional James Bond adventures.
Economy & FinanceSwedish Firm Creates AI Version of Greta Garbo for Ad Campaign
SKF Group used AI to recreate Swedish-American actress Greta Garbo, who died in 1990, for a manufacturing advertisement. The digital replica generated mixed reactions from viewers on its authenticity.
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