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3I/Atlas eruptions captured by Hubble; Deepfakes selling supplements; Chernobyl shield compromised
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Hubble Spots Rare Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS in Eruption
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What happened: Hubble's Nov. 30 image shows interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS erupting with a bright coma, dust plume and tails at about 178 million miles; discovered July 1 and racing at ~130,000 mph.
What to expect: 3I/ATLAS will pass roughly 170 million miles away in about two weeks, posing no threat and remaining visible with small telescopes through spring 2026. JUICE, Hubble, JWST and other missions will return data into February to refine composition and guide future missions.
94% of sources are Original Reporting
38 Articles •
3-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Chess Player with FIDE Rating
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What happened: Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha from Madhya Pradesh earned an official FIDE rapid rating of 1,572 at three years, seven months, and 20 days old, breaking the previous record held by Anish Sarkar. He defeated three rated opponents across tournaments in Mangaluru, Khandwa, Chhindwara, and Indore between September and last month to achieve this milestone.
Why it matters: This achievement adds to India's rising prominence in chess and demonstrates that exceptional talent can emerge at remarkably young ages, even surpassing many adult players. The toddler practices four to five hours daily with intensive coaching, raising questions about early childhood development and the pressure of comparisons in competitive sports.
97% of sources are Original Reporting
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AI Deepfakes Impersonate Doctors to Sell Supplements
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What happened: British charity Full Fact uncovered AI-generated deepfake videos impersonating doctors and academics, including Professor David Taylor-Robinson, to promote fake health claims and supplements from US company Wellness Nest. One video amassed over 365,000 views before removal, with TikTok initially failing to find violations before later apologizing and deleting the content.
Why it matters: These deepfakes reached hundreds of thousands of viewers and could mislead the public about health treatments, with victims noting even friends and family were nearly deceived. The incident highlights growing concerns about AI-generated health misinformation on social media and inadequate platform moderation that initially failed to remove the fraudulent content.
100% of sources are Original Reporting
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Apple and Google Warn of State-Sponsored Spyware Attacks
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What happened: Intellexa's Predator spyware now uses a zero-click infection method called Aladdin that compromises devices simply by viewing malicious mobile advertisements, without any user interaction. The spyware accesses encrypted messages, passwords, audio recordings, and location data, uploading everything to back-end servers while targeting journalists, activists, and human rights lawyers across multiple countries including Pakistan, Greece, Kazakhstan, and Iraq.
Why it matters: Your device can be infected with invasive spyware just by viewing an advertisement on any trusted website or app, with no click required. Leaked training videos reveal Intellexa staff retained remote access to customer surveillance systems, meaning your personal data could be exposed not only to government agencies but also to private company employees, despite US Treasury sanctions imposed in March and September 2024.
85% of sources are Original Reporting
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Chernobyl Shield Loses Safety Function After Drone Strike
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What happened: A February drone strike damaged Chernobyl's steel confinement shelter over Reactor Four, and an IAEA inspection last week confirmed it can no longer contain radioactive material. The 2019 structure sustained degraded safety functions though load-bearing elements remain intact and radiation levels are stable with no leaks reported.
Why it matters: The compromised shelter threatens long-term nuclear safety at Chernobyl and raised fears of radioactive contamination spreading across Ukraine and Europe. Temporary repairs are planned for 2026 with full restoration delayed until the war ends, while comprehensive work including humidity control and corrosion monitoring remains essential.
84% of sources are Original Reporting
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Robot Maps Ocean Beneath Antarctic Ice Shelves For First Time
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What happened: A robotic Argo float completed the first ocean survey beneath East Antarctic ice shelves, drifting 300 kilometers under the Denman and Shackleton shelves over two-and-a-half years and collecting nearly 200 temperature and salinity profiles. The float revealed warm water is reaching Denman Glacier's base, making it vulnerable, while Shackleton remains less exposed to melting conditions.
Why it matters: Denman Glacier could contribute up to 1.5 meters to global sea level rise if destabilized by warm ocean water now reaching its base, threatening hundreds of millions of coastal residents worldwide. These unprecedented measurements will improve computer models and reduce uncertainty in sea level projections, helping communities prepare for future impacts.
Blindspot: No Coverage from Right Sources
80% of sources are Original Reporting
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Prosecutors Seek 12 Years for Terra Founder Do Kwon
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What happened: Federal prosecutors requested a 12-year prison sentence for Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon, who pleaded guilty to fraud charges after Terra's $40 billion collapse in May 2022 devastated global investors. His sentencing is scheduled for December 11 in Manhattan federal court, with prosecutors citing the massive scale of damage and his attempted flight using forged documents.
Why it matters: This case will likely set a major precedent for crypto enforcement and trigger stricter stablecoin regulations, tighter compliance requirements, and increased scrutiny across the fintech industry. Regulators are expected to demand stronger anti-money laundering measures, consumer protections, and multi-jurisdictional compliance strategies, potentially making it harder for startups to operate in uncertain regulatory environments.
Blindspot: No Coverage from Right Sources
94% of sources are Original Reporting
Daily Briefing
3I/Atlas eruptions captured by Hubble; Deepfakes selling supplements; Chernobyl shield compromised
50 Articles •
Hubble Spots Rare Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS in Eruption
Left 33%
Center 38%
Right 29%
What happened: Hubble's Nov. 30 image shows interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS erupting with a bright coma, dust plume and tails at about 178 million miles; discovered July 1 and racing at ~130,000 mph.
What to expect: 3I/ATLAS will pass roughly 170 million miles away in about two weeks, posing no threat and remaining visible with small telescopes through spring 2026. JUICE, Hubble, JWST and other missions will return data into February to refine composition and guide future missions.
94% of sources are Original Reporting
38 Articles •
3-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Chess Player with FIDE Rating
Left 29%
Center 28%
Right 43%
What happened: Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha from Madhya Pradesh earned an official FIDE rapid rating of 1,572 at three years, seven months, and 20 days old, breaking the previous record held by Anish Sarkar. He defeated three rated opponents across tournaments in Mangaluru, Khandwa, Chhindwara, and Indore between September and last month to achieve this milestone.
Why it matters: This achievement adds to India's rising prominence in chess and demonstrates that exceptional talent can emerge at remarkably young ages, even surpassing many adult players. The toddler practices four to five hours daily with intensive coaching, raising questions about early childhood development and the pressure of comparisons in competitive sports.
97% of sources are Original Reporting
10 Articles •
AI Deepfakes Impersonate Doctors to Sell Supplements
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Center 40%
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What happened: British charity Full Fact uncovered AI-generated deepfake videos impersonating doctors and academics, including Professor David Taylor-Robinson, to promote fake health claims and supplements from US company Wellness Nest. One video amassed over 365,000 views before removal, with TikTok initially failing to find violations before later apologizing and deleting the content.
Why it matters: These deepfakes reached hundreds of thousands of viewers and could mislead the public about health treatments, with victims noting even friends and family were nearly deceived. The incident highlights growing concerns about AI-generated health misinformation on social media and inadequate platform moderation that initially failed to remove the fraudulent content.
100% of sources are Original Reporting
27 Articles •
Apple and Google Warn of State-Sponsored Spyware Attacks
Left 27%
Center 46%
Right 27%
What happened: Intellexa's Predator spyware now uses a zero-click infection method called Aladdin that compromises devices simply by viewing malicious mobile advertisements, without any user interaction. The spyware accesses encrypted messages, passwords, audio recordings, and location data, uploading everything to back-end servers while targeting journalists, activists, and human rights lawyers across multiple countries including Pakistan, Greece, Kazakhstan, and Iraq.
Why it matters: Your device can be infected with invasive spyware just by viewing an advertisement on any trusted website or app, with no click required. Leaked training videos reveal Intellexa staff retained remote access to customer surveillance systems, meaning your personal data could be exposed not only to government agencies but also to private company employees, despite US Treasury sanctions imposed in March and September 2024.
85% of sources are Original Reporting
106 Articles •
Chernobyl Shield Loses Safety Function After Drone Strike
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Center 25%
Right 31%
What happened: A February drone strike damaged Chernobyl's steel confinement shelter over Reactor Four, and an IAEA inspection last week confirmed it can no longer contain radioactive material. The 2019 structure sustained degraded safety functions though load-bearing elements remain intact and radiation levels are stable with no leaks reported.
Why it matters: The compromised shelter threatens long-term nuclear safety at Chernobyl and raised fears of radioactive contamination spreading across Ukraine and Europe. Temporary repairs are planned for 2026 with full restoration delayed until the war ends, while comprehensive work including humidity control and corrosion monitoring remains essential.
84% of sources are Original Reporting
10 Articles •
Robot Maps Ocean Beneath Antarctic Ice Shelves For First Time
Left 40%
Center 60%
What happened: A robotic Argo float completed the first ocean survey beneath East Antarctic ice shelves, drifting 300 kilometers under the Denman and Shackleton shelves over two-and-a-half years and collecting nearly 200 temperature and salinity profiles. The float revealed warm water is reaching Denman Glacier's base, making it vulnerable, while Shackleton remains less exposed to melting conditions.
Why it matters: Denman Glacier could contribute up to 1.5 meters to global sea level rise if destabilized by warm ocean water now reaching its base, threatening hundreds of millions of coastal residents worldwide. These unprecedented measurements will improve computer models and reduce uncertainty in sea level projections, helping communities prepare for future impacts.
Blindspot: No Coverage from Right Sources
80% of sources are Original Reporting
33 Articles •
Prosecutors Seek 12 Years for Terra Founder Do Kwon
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What happened: Federal prosecutors requested a 12-year prison sentence for Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon, who pleaded guilty to fraud charges after Terra's $40 billion collapse in May 2022 devastated global investors. His sentencing is scheduled for December 11 in Manhattan federal court, with prosecutors citing the massive scale of damage and his attempted flight using forged documents.
Why it matters: This case will likely set a major precedent for crypto enforcement and trigger stricter stablecoin regulations, tighter compliance requirements, and increased scrutiny across the fintech industry. Regulators are expected to demand stronger anti-money laundering measures, consumer protections, and multi-jurisdictional compliance strategies, potentially making it harder for startups to operate in uncertain regulatory environments.
Blindspot: No Coverage from Right Sources
94% of sources are Original Reporting