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Influencers linked to the online “manosphere” are convincing healthy young men that normal changes in mood, energy or libido signal low testosterone, according to a study in Social Science and Medicine. Researchers analysed popular posts on TikTok and Instagram, finding that testosterone testing and treatment were often promoted as essential to masculinity, despite routine screening being medically unnecessary for most young men. The study warns this framing medicalises masculinity, fuels anxiety and drives sales of tests and supplements. Medical experts said symptoms blamed on low testosterone are often linked to stress or lifestyle, and unnecessary testing or treatment can carry…

Any Greenland pact must go before all allies Spain’s foreign minister has made clear that any new security arrangement for Greenland negotiated by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte cannot bypass the rest of the alliance and must be presented to all member states for discussion. Speaking to Euronews on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, José Manuel Albares stressed that the understanding announced between Rutte and US President Donald Trump was not a NATO agreement as such, but a bilateral exchange involving the alliance’s secretary general and one individual ally. “So far, all we have is the…

Blue Origin has announced plans for a massive satellite internet network. The company is owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin said it will launch more than 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project marks a major expansion of the company’s space operations. The network aims to provide uninterrupted internet access worldwide. TeraWave Designed for Speed and Global Reach The company named the system TeraWave. Blue Origin said it will deliver continuous internet service across the globe. The network will also transfer massive volumes of data at very high speeds. Blue Origin said TeraWave will outperform existing commercial satellite networks.…

Plants growing close together can warn one another about incoming stress, helping their neighbours survive conditions that would otherwise cause serious damage. In experiments with thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana), researchers grew plants either in isolation or packed closely so their leaves touched. When exposed to intense light stress, isolated plants suffered heavy damage, while crowded plants coped far better by rapidly activating their defences. Within one hour, densely grown plants switched on more than 2,000 genes linked to protection against many different stresses. Isolated plants showed little additional gene activity in comparison. The findings suggest that stressed plants send warning…

Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has settled a social media addiction lawsuit just days before trial. The case was set to start in Los Angeles. Lawyers announced the agreement during a California Superior Court hearing. Snap later said all parties resolved the matter amicably. The terms of the settlement remain confidential. Other Technology Giants Continue Facing Trial Other defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram, TikTok parent ByteDance, and Google parent Alphabet. None of these companies have reached a settlement. The plaintiff, a 19-year-old woman identified as K.G.M., alleged that platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. Because…

Prenatal ultrasounds have long been a cornerstone of pregnancy care, but they don’t catch everything. In fact, up to half of fetal abnormalities can be missed. A newly approved artificial intelligence tool in the United States aims to change that by giving doctors extra eyes during routine scans. A Smarter Set of Eyes in the Scan Room The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared an AI-powered ultrasound assistant developed by American start-up BioticsAI for clinical use. The software works alongside existing ultrasound machines, analysing images in real time as scans are performed. Its goal is simple: help clinicians spot…

The revised proposal keeps the valuation at $27.75 per share but removes the share component, which Netflix and WBD say gives investors greater certainty and allows a vote as early as April. Netflix co-chief executive Ted Sarandos said the change would “accelerate the path to a stockholder vote” while delivering clear value. Under the deal, Netflix would acquire WBD’s studios and streaming assets, including Warner Bros and HBO, while WBD shareholders would also receive shares in a spun-off global networks business that includes CNN and Discovery. The Warner Bros Discovery board continues to unanimously back Netflix’s offer. Paramount Skydance is…

Donald Trump said he will impose tariffs on European countries opposing his Greenland demand. He vowed to act “100%” on the threat. European allies immediately defended Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark said no leader can pressure ownership of the territory. Denmark’s foreign minister rejected coercion. He said Greenland’s status will not change. He stressed the territory remains part of the Danish kingdom. European leaders repeated that stance in coordinated statements. Europe Stands Firm Over Greenland UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reaffirmed Britain’s position. She said only Greenlanders and Denmark can decide Greenland’s future. She rejected outside interference. Other Nato allies issued similar…

Poland has sharply increased its gold reserves, with the National Bank of Poland now holding around 550 tonnes of bullion worth more than €63 billion. The move underlines a long-term strategy to strengthen economic stability at a time of growing global uncertainty. A Strategic Shift Toward Bullion For years, National Bank of Poland president Adam Glapiński has argued that gold plays a unique role in the country’s reserves. Unlike other assets, it carries no credit risk, is unaffected by foreign monetary policy decisions and tends to hold its value during financial shocks. According to the central bank, large gold holdings…

Abu Dhabi has been ranked the world’s safest city for the 10th consecutive year, underlining the United Arab Emirates’ commitment to security, urban governance, and citizen well-being. The recognition reflects ongoing investment in law enforcement, public safety, and infrastructure. Officials said the ranking highlights a combination of low crime rates, strong emergency services, and advanced urban management practices. Analysts note that Abu Dhabi’s approach blends technology, community engagement, and policy planning to create a safe living environment. The city’s police force and security agencies play a key role in maintaining safety standards. Through public awareness campaigns, surveillance systems, and rapid…