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Tasmania is strengthening its family violence laws with reforms that extend reporting periods for coercive control, clarify strangulation offenses, and introduce a groundbreaking levy that makes offenders pay compensation directly to survivors.
Gaming giant Valve just gave fans the gift of creativity by releasing free design files for its popular Steam Controller. Now anyone with a 3D printer can make custom accessories for the sold-out gamepad.
A rare group of people can suppress HIV without medication, and researchers studying them just discovered something remarkable: some may be completely cured. These "elite controllers" could hold the key to helping 40 million people worldwide beat the virus.
A rare group of people can naturally suppress HIV without medication, and their immune systems may hold the key to curing 40 million people worldwide. Researchers studying these "elite controllers" believe they're closer than ever to understanding how the human body can beat HIV on its own.
WhatsApp just gave parents a safer way to let preteens message and call, with full parental controls built in. The new accounts let parents decide who can contact their kids and which groups they can join.
Smart ring maker Oura just launched a feature that helps people see how hormonal birth control affects their body's rhythms. Starting May 6th, users can track how over 20 types of contraception influence their temperature, sleep, and recovery patterns.
Social media platforms are handing control back to users by letting them personalize their own algorithms. Threads, Instagram, and TikTok now offer tools that let you train your feed to show exactly what you want to see.
Vietnam is launching a nationwide effort to protect its livestock industry through better disease control and smarter farming practices. The initiative aims to help rural communities thrive while building a more resilient food system.
NASA's Mission Control in Houston is proving that teamwork on the ground is just as vital as astronauts in space, successfully guiding the Artemis II crew toward the moon with zero major issues. Over 50 years after the first moon missions, the same principles of careful decision-making and crew safety are bringing humanity back to deep space.
Apple just made it easier for parents to create safer online spaces for their children with a suite of intuitive tools launching this fall. The new features let families control what kids see, who they talk to, and when they use their devices.
The Federal Aviation Administration just launched a hiring campaign aimed directly at gamers, recognizing their skills translate perfectly to directing air traffic. With a severe controller shortage and salaries averaging $155,000 after three years, the agency is betting young gamers have exactly what they need.
Three new male birth control options could hit the market within years, and men around the world are flooding researchers with requests to join clinical trials. After decades of relying solely on condoms and vasectomies, demand is surging as men seek ways to share reproductive responsibility.
Thailand just administered contraceptive vaccines to wild elephants for the first time, offering a compassionate solution to prevent human-wildlife conflict. The seven-year birth control shot helps manage growing elephant populations while keeping these endangered animals safe and healthy.
A breakthrough calibration tool called DriftGuard just cracked the code on Xbox controller stick drift, offering gamers a free permanent fix. The solution stores calibration data directly in the controller's memory, making it impossible for official updates to undo.
A motorcycle engineer from Rugby just shattered the world record for fastest remote control car, hitting 234 mph with a vehicle he built in his spare time. The childhood dream turned real started with an 8-year-old's first RC car.
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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi now supports giving provinces control over their own police forces, a move that could help struggling communities fight crime more effectively. The shift comes after pressure from opposition leaders who say local control means faster action on safety issues.
A home automation enthusiast turned their living room into the USS Enterprise by coding a custom Star Trek control panel that actually controls their lights and devices. The DIY project combines nostalgia with practical smart home tech.
Developers and activists gathered in Berlin to explore whether decentralized technology can return control of the internet to everyday users. The conversation has moved beyond cryptocurrency speculation to tackle who truly owns our digital lives.
Texas A&M researchers have created a breakthrough map showing how cells control immunity and inflammation. This discovery could lead to new treatments for cancer and inflammatory diseases.
Jim VandeHei went from "unremarkably unremarkable 20-year-old" to CEO and presidential interviewer by mastering five simple things anyone can control. His TED Talk breaks down how focusing on what you can change transforms everything.
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