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In September 2025, multiple lawsuits allege AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Character.AI encouraged suicidal ideation among teens, leading to tragic deaths. OpenAI announced new safety measures including age estimation, parental controls, and content restrictions for users under 18. Canadian privacy commissioners demand TikTok improve protections for underage users. Senate hearings spotlight urgent AI regulation to protect vulnerable youth.
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A bipartisan effort is underway in Congress to force the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, amid ongoing debates over transparency and political motives. Recent reports highlight efforts by some officials to bury or redact evidence, with partisan tensions influencing the process. The story is current as of Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:50:15 +0100.
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The FDA approved a low-cost generic form of mifepristone, a drug used for early pregnancy termination, despite ongoing safety reviews and political criticism. The decision has sparked debate over drug safety, regulatory processes, and abortion access, with opponents calling the move reckless and proponents emphasizing safety data.
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As of November 10, 2025, the US government shutdown, the longest in history at over 40 days, is close to ending after bipartisan talks yielded a short-term funding deal. The impasse, rooted in disputes over healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, has caused widespread disruptions including unpaid federal workers, flight cancellations, and halted food aid for millions.
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As of November 25, 2025, Character.AI will prohibit users under 18 from engaging in open-ended chatbot conversations following lawsuits linking its AI companions to teen suicides. The company will implement age verification and daily chat limits, shifting younger users toward AI-driven creative tools like video and story generation amid growing regulatory scrutiny in the US.