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[Flash] Babies Dying from Bleeding as Parents Refuse Birth Vitamin K Shot CNN reports that multiple infants have died from preventable bleeding disorders after parents refused the routine vitamin K injection given at birth. Vitamin K shots are standard newborn care that effectively prevent hemorrhagic disease. Medical experts urge parents not to reject this critical preventive measure based on misinformation. Source: CNN via Google News

[Flash] Global Cyber Attack Disrupts Canvas Platform at Thousands of Schools A hacking group has breached Canvas, the widely used educational software, disrupting online learning systems at thousands of universities and schools worldwide. The attack affected core functions including assignment submission, exams, and course management. Cybersecurity experts warn that the education sector is increasingly a prime target for cyber attacks. Source: BBC World

[Flash] Indonesia Mount Dukono Erupts; 3 Hikers Killed Despite Climbing Ban Indonesia’s Mount Dukono erupted, sending huge plumes of ash into the sky. Authorities had issued a climbing ban, but several hikers ignored the warning. The eruption killed 3 people and injured others. Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire with over 130 active volcanoes. Source: BBC World

[Flash] Japan’s Largest Anti-War Protests in Decades as PM Pushes Defense Buildup Japan has seen its largest anti-war protests in decades, with citizens opposing the Prime Minister’s plan to amend the pacifist constitution. Protesters fear remilitarization, while supporters argue defense strengthening is necessary amid regional security threats. The divide over defense policy is becoming increasingly pronounced. Source: BBC World

[Flash] Memorial Reveals Death Toll as Thousands of North Koreans Fight for Russia A memorial has shed light on the heavy casualties among North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia’s war against Ukraine. An estimated 11,000 North Korean troops were deployed to the Ukrainian battlefield. The memorial hints at the grim cost of this little-known military involvement. Source: BBC World

[Flash] OpenAI Co-Founder Brockman Testifies He Feared Musk Would Hit Him OpenAI President Greg Brockman testified in the Musk-Altman trial, stating he once feared Musk would physically assault him. The high-profile tech titans lawsuit has entered its second week, with both sides clashing over OpenAI’s founding history and the direction of AI development. Source: BBC Technology

[Flash] Oscars Announce AI Actors and Writing Cannot Win Awards The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has issued new award eligibility rules, explicitly stating that AI-generated performances and writing are not eligible for Oscars. The policy aims to protect the central role of human creators in cinematic art. Source: BBC Technology

[Flash] Powerful El Nino Set to Reshape Global Weather in 2026 Scientists warn that a powerful El Nino is developing that could significantly alter global weather patterns. This will impact global agricultural yields, water resource allocation, and disaster preparedness. El Nino typically increases extreme weather around the Pacific Rim, including droughts, floods, and heat waves. Source: USA Today via Google News

[Flash] Rubio Meets Pope Leo Amid US-Vatican Tensions Over Iran War US Secretary of State Rubio met with Pope Leo. As the first American pope, Leo has drawn criticism from the Trump administration for his firm opposition to the Iran war and hardline immigration policies. The meeting is seen as an effort to ease tensions between Washington and the Vatican. Source: BBC World

[Flash] Russia Victory Day Parade Without Tanks Signals War Strains Moscow’s Victory Day parade featured no military hardware for the first time in nearly two decades, with only soldier formations marching through Red Square. Analysts suggest this anomaly signals that Russia’s military resources in Ukraine may be severely depleted, indicating the war is not proceeding as planned. Source: BBC World