Largest rotating cosmic filament discovered by Oxford-led team reveals aligned spin of galaxies and cosmic structure, reshaping understanding of galaxy formation.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggests that AI may eliminate many jobs, but he believes new roles will emerge, reflecting on the nature of work. This matters as it raises concerns about job security in the AI era.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services plans to implement AI-driven prior authorization for claims, potentially incentivizing denial of care. This new model, WISeR, will initially affect six states and aims to reduce wasteful spending. Critics express concerns over bias and the reliability of AI in healthcare decisions, noting past issues with private insurers using similar algorithms. The final decision on claims will still involve human clinicians, but skepticism remains regarding the effectiveness and fairness of AI in determining patient care.

A significant dead zone has been identified in the Gulf of Mexico, stretching across thousands of square miles. This hypoxic area, characterized by extremely low oxygen levels, poses a threat to marine life and local fishing industries.

NASA has decided to halt its Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER) mission, which was intended to explore the Moon's south pole. The project, valued at nearly half a billion dollars, was aimed at searching for water ice and other resources. The decision to cancel comes amid budget constraints and shifting priorities within NASA's lunar exploration program.