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Wearable ultrasound patch promises continuous fetal monitoring
Researchers have developed UPatch, a wearable ultrasound patch that can continuously image a fetus and track blood flow and heart rate, addressing the limitations of intermittent hospital scans. The device is currently a tethered, proof-of-concept and was tested against conventional ultrasound in 62 pregnant participants, with 52 pregnant women undergoing continuous monitoring. In one case of pre-eclampsia, UPatch helped reveal intrauterine growth restriction, prompting a cesarean delivery. The team envisions a wireless version for home use, with potential benefits for low-resource settings and earlier detection of complications.

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Court blocks Alabama’s midterm map over race-based redistricting concerns
A federal three-judge panel blocked Alabama from reusing its 2023 congressional map for the 2026 midterms, ruling it tainted by intentional race-based discrimination and mandating a map with two majority-Black districts; Republicans are likely to appeal to the Supreme Court.

EU summons Moscow envoy after Kyiv threat prompts diplomatic pullback
The EU summoned Moscow’s chargé d’affaires in Brussels after Russia advised foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, calling the step an unacceptable escalation and demanding a ceasefire. EU officials said they will not abandon Kyiv, while Russia warned of missile strikes. Germany later summoned Russia’s ambassador to explain the threat as Kyiv remained the scene of ongoing attacks that have injured dozens.

Supreme Court balks at Florida's bid over licenses for undocumented drivers
The Supreme Court declined to hear Florida’s lawsuit against California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants, dismissing the appeal without comment. Florida had filed directly with the Court, arguing licenses were issued without proper training, a claim California and Washington dismissed as a political stunt; Justice Thomas would have heard the case, signaling a sharp ideological split in the court.

Barkley blasts Cavs for 'quit' effort as Knicks reach the Finals
Charles Barkley blasted the Cavaliers for a 'quit' effort in their elimination game against the Knicks, showing clips on Inside the NBA and saying they gave up as Cleveland lost 130-93 to end its season and send New York to the NBA Finals.

Lilly bets on prevention with three biotech acquisitions
Lilly announced agreements to acquire Curevo, LimmaTech Biologics and Vaccine Company to broaden its infectious-disease portfolio with vaccine-based prevention for shingles, bacterial pathogens and EBV-related disease, respectively. The deals could total up to $3.83 billion in potential cash payments, contingent on milestones and regulatory clearances, and closing is subject to customary conditions, reflecting Lilly's strategy to prevent disease at the source and address antimicrobial resistance.

Lavrov warns Americans to flee Kyiv as Russia vows strikes
Russia told U.S. diplomats and other foreign citizens to evacuate Kyiv after Moscow said it would launch systematic and consistent strikes on Ukrainian military facilities and so-called decision-making centers, a warning Lavrov conveyed to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The move follows stalled peace talks and highlights the ongoing threat to Kyiv amid Russia’s invasion, with U.S. officials saying talks aren’t ongoing but could resume if constructive; other leaders have suggested a possible end to the conflict, though fighting persists.

Knicks finish sweep; Barkley questions Cavs' effort in Game 4
New York completed a four-game sweep of Cleveland with a 130-93 victory in Game 4 to advance to the NBA Finals, while Charles Barkley condemned the Cavaliers' first-half effort as 'quit,' pointing to a 20-0 Knicks run, a wide rebounding edge (60-33) and 33 fast-break points for New York.

SpaceX IPO Signals a Space-Powered Tech Era
The SpaceX IPO, potentially up to $80 billion, signals a shift from software dominance to space-based infrastructure—with a booming space economy, off-Earth manufacturing, and orbital data centers—reinforcing U.S. tech leadership as global competitors grow.

Pope Leo XIV urges AI disarmament to safeguard humanity
In his Magnifica Humanitas encyclical, Pope Leo XIV warns artificial intelligence could make civilization less human, widen inequality, and fuel AI-driven warfare, calling for the “disarming” of AI and a human-centered approach while advocating dialogue with tech leaders and emphasizing that technology is not inherently evil.

Misiorowski Sets MLB 100-MPH Pitch Record in Brewers Win
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shattered the MLB record for most pitches reaching 100 mph or more in a game, firing 57 such fastballs in seven innings of Milwaukee's 5-1 win over the Cardinals, while striking out 12 and allowing one run on two hits and one walk.