Hantavirus conspiracy theories are proliferating online, with various influencers and grifters leveraging the lessons learned from the Covid-19 pandemic to promote unfounded claims, including suggestions of an Israeli false flag and the sale of ivermectin.

Sarah Rudd, a former analytics leader for Arsenal, has gained recognition for her application of probability theory to soccer movements. Despite her expertise, she acknowledges that not all aspects of the game can be quantified through data analysis.

Ahead of the finale of the hit show 'Hacks', co-creators Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello expressed their strong aversion to artificial intelligence, describing it as “deeply disturbing.” They also discussed broader issues such as media consolidation and the dangers of censorship in the industry.

Ilya Sutskever, the former chief scientist of OpenAI, defended his actions during the ousting of CEO Sam Altman, stating he did not want the organization to be destroyed. His testimony comes amid a high-profile legal battle involving Altman and co-founder Elon Musk, who has accused Altman of deviating from OpenAI's original mission.

A new video game titled 'There’s an Unhinged New Video Game About Trump and the Iran War' has been developed by a group of anonymous artists known as Secret Handshake. The game is available both online and in person in Washington, DC, offering players a unique interactive experience related to contemporary political themes.

Since 2023, Moderna and Korea University have been collaborating on the development of a new mRNA vaccine targeting hantavirus, showing promising results in their research efforts. However, experts indicate that a finalized vaccine product is not expected to be available in the near future.

Apple has released the iOS 26.5 update, which introduces end-to-end encryption for Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging between iPhone and Android devices, enhancing the security of text communications. This update is significant as it allows users to send encrypted messages across platforms, addressing long-standing concerns about privacy in messaging.

Papa Johns has announced a collaboration with Alphabet's Wing to initiate drone delivery services, focusing on sandwiches rather than its traditional pizza offerings. This partnership marks a significant shift in the company's delivery strategy, as it explores new avenues for customer engagement and service efficiency.

In Hollywood, many former television creators are now engaging in AI training work, with one screenwriter reporting having completed 20 contracts across five platforms in just eight months. This shift reflects a significant change in the industry, where traditional roles are being replaced by technology-driven tasks.