European parliament calls for social media ban on under-16s

A massive fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulting in at least 44 fatalities and hundreds reported missing. Emergency services are struggling to access upper floors as the fire continues to rage, complicating rescue efforts. Three individuals have reportedly been arrested in connection with the incident.

A new feature on the social media platform X has revealed the geographical locations of popular accounts, leading to significant backlash as many pro-Trump and 'America first' accounts were found to be based outside the United States, particularly in countries like Russia, Nigeria, and India. This transparency initiative, aimed at combating disinformation, has sparked intense debate among users.

A clinical trial has found that a monthly injection of Tezepelumab could enable individuals with severe asthma to reduce or stop their reliance on daily steroid tablets, which are commonly used to manage severe symptoms. This treatment may significantly improve the quality of life for asthmatics who do not respond well to traditional inhalers.

A California prosecutors’ office utilized artificial intelligence to prepare a motion in a criminal case, which led to inaccuracies referred to as 'hallucinations'. District Attorney Jesse Wilson confirmed that the filing contained an incorrect citation and was promptly withdrawn upon discovery of the error.

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has denied allegations of racism stemming from his school days at Dulwich College, where approximately 20 former classmates have accused him of exhibiting racist and antisemitic behavior. During a recent press conference, Farage suggested that these allegations are politically motivated, asserting that they are a response to his political stance.

HP has announced plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally by 2028 as part of a significant restructuring effort aimed at accelerating product development through the adoption of artificial intelligence. This decision follows a lower-than-expected profit outlook for the upcoming year, reflecting ongoing challenges within the company.

More than 200 women have come forward alleging that they were drugged by a senior civil servant at the French culture ministry, with claims that hot drinks were mixed with a diuretic to induce urination. Sylvie Delezenne, a marketing expert from Lille, shared her experience of being invited for an interview in 2015, which turned into a distressing encounter.

Malcolm McKenzie, a resident of Cornwall, experienced a shocking incident when his beloved Mini fell into a sinkhole, leading to a prolonged bureaucratic struggle to resolve the situation. The unexpected event was first brought to his attention by a neighbor, who alerted him to the significant hole that had formed beneath his car.