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A global coalition of over 100 organizations from 40 countries is calling on the World Health Organization to treat gun violence as a preventable public health emergency, not just a criminal justice issue. The movement, inspired by survivors like South African activist who lived 40 years with a gunshot disability, aims to save lives through the same public health approach that reduced tobacco deaths worldwide.
Virginia just enacted one of the nation's most comprehensive gun safety packages after years of grassroots organizing. Former activists now lead the state government and are turning their advocacy into action.
Ghana is giving people two more weeks to turn in illegal guns without facing arrest, after thousands responded to the safety initiative. The extension runs through January 30, offering a final chance before enforcement begins.
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.
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.
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.
Parents can now monitor and limit their teens' time on Threads through new supervision tools launching next week. The features give families more control over how young people experience social media.
A simple question asked before every playdate has been proven to change parental behavior and prevent gun tragedies. Now celebrated annually on June 21, ASK Day encourages parents to normalize asking about firearm storage the same way they ask about allergies.
A new crackdown on illegal gun trafficking has stopped nearly 50,000 firearms from reaching Mexican cartels, with over 10,000 arrests made in just 18 months. The effort shows real progress in cutting off the weapons supply fueling violence south of the border.
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.
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.
New research shows laws allowing temporary gun removal from at-risk individuals prevented 675 suicides without pushing people toward other methods. Only 21 states have adopted these life-saving measures so far.
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