U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates are declining, with exemptions peaking at 4.1%, sparking concerns about potential outbreaks of preventable diseases. Experts blame misinformation and changing public attitudes for this trend, as the nation faces its worst measles outbreak in decades.

The new tax law's Trump Accounts offer $1,000 for each newborn and allow $5,000 annual contributions. Treasury Secretary Bessent warns they might lead to privatizing Social Security amid financial concerns.

Samsung debuts the Galaxy Book 4 Edge in India at Rs. 64,990, featuring a Snapdragon X processor and robust AI tools. With HDFC cashback, it offers great value at Rs. 59,990, boasting a 15-inch display, 27-hour battery, and eco-friendly design.

Anthropic has overtaken OpenAI as the top provider of enterprise large language models, now commanding 32% of the market share. This shift reflects a broader trend of increasing enterprise investment in tailored AI solutions, with competition intensifying as Google also gains ground.

The Senate confirmed Joe Kent as head of the National Counterterrorism Center by a narrow 52-44 vote, despite concerns over his far-right ties and conspiracy beliefs. Democrats criticized his past affiliations and potential bias, while Republicans highlighted his military credentials.

IIT Madras researchers have unveiled a biodegradable packaging material from agricultural waste using fungi, aimed at reducing plastic pollution. The material, showcasing strong mechanical properties, is positioned as a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics, with commercialization efforts underway through the start-up NatureWrks Technologies.

Researchers have digitally reconstructed tattoos on a 2,500-year-old Pazyryk mummy, offering insights into ancient tattooing practices in Iron Age Siberia. Published in Antiquity, the study reveals detailed motifs and suggests tattoos had cultural significance, while highlighting the urgency of preservation as climate change threatens these historical artifacts.

The Trump administration has revoked over 3.5 million acres designated for offshore wind development, prioritizing fossil fuels over renewable energy. This move faces legal challenges and criticism from environmental groups, while supporters argue cost concerns.

Fal secures $125M in Series C funding led by Meritech, boosting its total to $197M, to enhance its generative media platform. The funding follows substantial growth and support from major investors like Salesforce and Shopify.

Krea AI has launched FLUX Krea-1, an open-source model for generating realistic images from text, challenging proprietary models like DALL-E 3. The release, aided by Black Forest Labs' FLUX.1 Kontext, enhances image creation with context awareness, promising improved performance and democratized access for developers.