Health
– Since the onset of its latest Ebola outbreak, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has confirmed a total of 8,067 cases, according to the World Health Organization. The death toll as of September 26 has reached 3,901, resulting in
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Technology
– European Commission has introduced a new EU Critical Communication System designed to connect first responders across borders within Europe. This initiative intends to link existing national networks utilized by police, firefighters, emergency medical services, and civil protection teams. It
– Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into traditional Chinese medicine education, research, and clinical practices across China. Beijing University of Chinese Medicine has created a dedicated large model centered on extensive TCM knowledge and educational resources. The Xinhuo TCM system
– Apple revealed the iPhone Duo on Sept. 9, unveiling its inaugural foldable smartphone. Starting at $1,999 in the U.S., this device features an inner display that measures 7.6 inches when unfolded. When folded, it utilizes a 5.4-inch outer screen
– The United States is ramping up its domestic battery manufacturing efforts as part of an initiative to lessen reliance on China. The core difficulty lies deeper in the supply chain, where China continues to dominate the extraction, processing, and
– Japan is advancing its efforts to combat investment scams by implementing a new system that leverages artificial intelligence to identify warning signs at an earlier stage. The Consumer Affairs Agency announced this initiative on September 1. The system will
– During the initial six months of 2026, China’s digital sector achieved a revenue of 20.71 trillion yuan, reflecting a 13.6% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. The sector’s total profit reached 1.79 trillion yuan, marking
– The United Nations is urging swifter measures to shield children and youth from the escalating risks posed by online information. An emerging UN issue brief highlights key concerns such as disinformation, hate speech, harassment, algorithmic manipulation, and artificial intelligence.