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Babies made using three people's DNA are born free of hereditary disease

14

Jul

Ciencia y Tecnología

Babies made with 3 people’s DNA are free from genetic disorders

An innovative medical milestone has resulted in the birth of infants conceived using the genetic material of three distinct individuals, with all indications showing they are free from the hereditary illnesses their parents might have transmitted. This extraordinary progress marks a significant advancement in the field of reproductive science and provides a ray of hope for families facing the fear of serious genetic disorders. The technique, commonly known as Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy (MRT), embodies a pioneering method to thwart the transfer of crippling diseases that stem from the cell's energy producers, the mitochondria.The heart of MRT is rooted in its…

Meta investors, Zuckerberg reach settlement to end billion trial over Facebook privacy litigation

14

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Ciencia y Tecnología

Zuckerberg, Meta investors resolve $8 billion Facebook privacy litigation

In a significant development for Meta Platforms, its founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, alongside current and former directors and officers, have reached an agreement to settle a lawsuit seeking a staggering $8 billion. The legal action, brought by shareholders, alleged that the defendants' negligence led to recurring breaches of Facebook user privacy, consequently causing substantial financial harm to the company in the form of fines and legal expenditures. The settlement was disclosed to a Delaware judge on Thursday, leading to the abrupt adjournment of a trial that was poised to enter its second day.Details of the intricate agreement have not…

Pakistan monsoon rains kill 63 in 24 hours

14

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Internacional

Death toll hits 63 as monsoon rains sweep Pakistan in 24 hours

A tragic surge in fatalities has gripped Pakistan as relentless monsoon rains have led to the deaths of 63 individuals across the nation in just a single 24-hour period. This alarming toll underscores the severe impact of the ongoing monsoon season, which annually brings heavy rainfall but has, this year, unleashed a particularly devastating torrent, overwhelming infrastructure and endangering communities. The grim statistics highlight a rapidly escalating humanitarian crisis, prompting urgent calls for aid and comprehensive disaster response efforts.The intensity of the latest storms has been unmatched in numerous areas, causing extensive sudden floods, landslides, and building failures. Susceptible communities,…

Tomorrowland organisers say festival will go ahead after fire destroys main stage

14

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Internacional

Organisers assure Tomorrowland festival will go on despite main stage fire

Los organizadores de Tomorrowland, uno de los festivales de música electrónica más reconocidos en el mundo, han asegurado que el evento se realizará como estaba previsto, a pesar de un incendio considerable que dañó gravemente la estructura principal del escenario. El anuncio trae alivio a innumerables asistentes y al sector musical en general, que estaba atento a la situación tras las noticias del devastador incendio. Esta rápida confirmación demuestra la resiliencia y la determinación de los equipos operativos del festival para ofrecer la experiencia tan esperada, a pesar de enfrentar un obstáculo imprevisto y significativo.The event, taking place mere days…

Hong Kong opens criminal probe into AI-generated porn scandal at city's oldest university

14

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Ciencia y Tecnología

AI-generated pornography scandal triggers criminal investigation at Hong Kong’s oldest university

Hong Kong authorities have initiated a criminal investigation into a disturbing case at the University of Hong Kong, where a male law student is accused of using artificial intelligence to generate non-consensual deepfake pornographic images of over a dozen female students and teachers. This official probe, announced recently by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, follows a significant outcry from students at the city's oldest institution, who expressed strong dissatisfaction with what they perceived as an inadequate response from the university itself. The incident sheds light on the rapidly evolving challenges posed by AI misuse and the…

Mystery surrounds Russian mum and children found in Indian cave

14

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Internacional

Russian mum and children’s mysterious Indian cave discovery

A fascinating and somewhat puzzling incident has surfaced from the lush, rough landscape of Karnataka, India, where law enforcement officers recently found a Russian woman, Nina Kutina, along with her two young daughters residing in a secluded cavern. This find has initiated a discreet inquiry to understand the factors that drove this family to adopt such an unusual lifestyle in the wilds near the well-known tourist spot of Goa. The account is developing with a mix of interest and unease, as officials work to reconstruct their path and intentions.The family's presence was discovered during a standard police patrol around the…

The handshake in orbit that made the International Space Station possible

13

Jul

Por Sofía Carvajal

Ciencia y Tecnología

The handshake in orbit that made the International Space Station possible

The International Space Station (ISS) stands as one of humanity’s most remarkable feats of engineering and international collaboration. Floating hundreds of kilometers above Earth, this orbital laboratory serves as a symbol of peaceful cooperation between nations once divided by rivalry and political tensions. Yet behind the glossy images of astronauts working in zero gravity lies a story rooted in a pivotal moment—a symbolic handshake in space that helped lay the foundation for the ISS as we know it today.The notion of a space station utilized by various nations was once an unattainable vision, hindered by geopolitical rivalry, technological challenges, and…