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UNAM Researchers Identify Venom, Pepper Compounds to Target Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

UNAM researchers uncover scorpion venom and habanero pepper compounds targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria, showing promise against tuberculosis and *Staphylococcus aureus*. Challenges remain in clinical translation, but findings highlight natural products' potential in combating superbugs.
Business

Pakistan’s Gulf Remittances Face Potential Drop, Straining Families and Economy

Pakistan's Gulf remittances face a potential 15% drop, risking $3-4 billion in annual losses and straining families reliant on foreign earnings. Economic and human tolls loom as geopolitical tensions disrupt labor markets, forcing policymakers to seek diversification amid uncertain prospects.
Tech

Meta Disables End-to-End Encryption on Instagram DMs Effective May 8

Meta disables end-to-end encryption on Instagram DMs effective May 8, prioritizing data access for AI training over user privacy. The move sparks debate over child safety vs. privacy rights, aligning with industry trends that favor data monetization over encryption, raising concerns about digital privacy fragmentation.
Politics

Iran Accuses US of Reckless Military Adventure in Hormuz Strait

Iran accuses the U.S. of a reckless military buildup near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil route for 20% of global crude, as tensions escalate over blockades and strikes, risking global energy markets and economic instability.
Health

Obesity Drug Combines Trojan Horse Mechanism for 30% Greater Weight Loss in Preclinical Tests

A groundbreaking obesity drug uses a "Trojan horse" method to target fat cells, achieving 30% greater weight loss in mice than standard GLP-1 therapies. Researchers aim to translate this precision approach to humans, though challenges like receptor differences and safety trials remain.
Science & Education

NASA Satellite Reveals Mexico City’s Subsidence Rates Vary Widely

NASA's NISAR satellite reveals Mexico City's subsidence varies drastically, with some areas sinking up to 2 cm monthly. The data highlights uneven ground shifts, threatening infrastructure and raising concerns about sustainable groundwater use in a city sinking over 12 meters in a century.
Health

Low-Cost Nanobead Test Could Reduce Rotavirus Deaths in Nigeria

A low-cost nanobead test developed by Margaret Oluwatoyin Japhet could slash rotavirus deaths in Nigeria by 40% by 2030, offering rapid, lab-free diagnosis. Yet scaling faces hurdles: funding gaps, manufacturing limits, and regulatory delays threaten its impact.
Science & Education

Cumberland Repurposes Abandoned Mines for Geothermal Energy

Cumberland, BC, is repurposing abandoned coal mines into a geothermal system, using mine water for heating and cooling. Led by UVic's ACET program, the project could cut emissions by 75%, offering a scalable model for post-industrial regions transitioning to clean energy.
Business

NYSE Partners Warn Synthetic Tokens Risk Misleading Retail Investors

NYSE partners warn synthetic tokens risk misleading retail investors, as the tokenization market grows. The SEC's 2025 guidance addresses regulatory gaps to prevent market manipulation and protect investors from fraud.
World

Microplastics Contribute to Climate Warming via Radiative Forcing and Carbon Cycle Disruption

Microplastics, once seen as waste, now reveal dual roles in climate change: direct radiative forcing via sunlight absorption and carbon cycle disruption. New research shows their impact rivals black carbon, with polar albedo reduction accelerating ice loss. Integrated policies are urgent to tackle this overlooked climate driver.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
Business

Crypto Markets Bleed in a Massive Drop Since FTX

Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
Business

Two Roads to a Trillion: Anthropic and OpenAI Sprint to IPO With Opposite Strategies

Anthropic's efficiency-driven AI strategy, fueled by $47B annual revenue and $559M Q2 profit, positions it ahead of OpenAI's projected $14B loss in 2026, as the firm races to IPO before its rival. The race highlights a clash between capital-heavy scaling and cost-conscious innovation in the AI sector.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.