Google NotebookLM App Gets New Infographic and Slide Features

Google is rolling out new features in its “Studio” content generation function for the Android/iOS “Google NotebookLM” app. Starting Friday, December 5, 2025, users can update their app to access “Infographic” and “Slide Generation” tools. These new features use cutting-edge AI technology, including “Nano Banana Pro,” to create image-based content from sources. The “Infographic” feature … Read more

Trump’s Rural Health Program Leaves Native American Tribes Behind

The US government’s $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program is touted as the largest-ever investment in rural healthcare, but it leaves federally recognized tribes with limited opportunities for funding. Tribal governments can only apply through states, and even then, they are not guaranteed to receive support. Some states have included Native American communities in their … Read more

Fulcrum Therapeutics Sees Positive Results from Pociredir in Sickle Cell Disease Trial

Fulcrum Therapeutics announced positive initial results from its Phase 1b trial of pociredir for sickle cell disease. In the 20mg dose cohort, patients saw a significant increase in hemoglobin F (HbF) levels, with an average increase of 9.9% at six weeks. This represents a substantial improvement over baseline levels, which ranged from 5-7%. Additionally, more … Read more

Gilead’s CAR-T Therapy Shows Promising Results for Multiple Myeloma

Gilead Sciences is relying on its new CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma to succeed more than ever. The company recently reported positive results from a clinical trial, showing that 96% of patients with the disease responded to treatment and 74% achieved complete remission. This promising news comes as sales of Gilead’s existing CAR-T therapies are … Read more

Robotaxis and Self-Driving Cars: Challenges and Progress

Another week has seen more announcements about robotaxis and self-driving cars, with companies like Waymo, Uber, and Avride launching or planning to launch services in cities. This comes as the autonomous vehicle tech industry is scaling up quickly. However, concerns are being raised about safety and regulation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has … Read more

Top Chinese Pharma Companies Revealed in New Index Report

A new report has identified the top 50 pharmaceutical companies in China that excel in driving innovative drug development. The IDEA Pharma SAI MedPartners China Pharmaceutical Innovation and Invention Index assesses companies based on research spending, patent filings, and successful medicine launches. The ranking reveals the best-performing firms in developing novel medicines using cutting-edge science. … Read more

Riding in a Driverless Car: A $100 Uber vs. a $109 Waymo

I recently took my first ride in a driverless car, courtesy of Waymo, and I must say it was an experience. I opted for the driverless option over taking an Uber with a human driver due to the desire to contribute to the “gig economy” by depriving some gig worker of their fare. However, the … Read more

PS5 Soars to Top of Black Friday Sales in Europe

Black Friday has come to a close in Europe, with EA Sports FC 26 claiming the top spot in terms of sales, followed closely by Hogwarts Legacy. The Harry Potter spin-off game saw a significant boost in sales, rising two places to No.2. Meanwhile, PS5 was the biggest driver of console sales, with revenue up … Read more

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Explores AI-Powered Investments

Warren Buffett’s investment strategy is known for its consistency and adaptability. Despite sticking to his core principles, he has invested in newer sectors, including the Magnificent Seven – Apple, Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook (now Meta), Intel, and Coca-Cola. Berkshire Hathaway’s massive portfolio holds nearly 24% of these stocks. Berkshire has a significant stake in … Read more