A new study in Communications Earth & Environment reveals that reforesting over 24.75 million square kilometers is inadequate to offset emissions from the largest fossil fuel companies. Researchers stress that afforestation cannot replace the urgent need to reduce emissions directly, citing impractical costs and land requirements.

The Department of Homeland Security now mandates 72-hour notice for lawmakers visiting ICE facilities, stirring controversy over congressional oversight. Critics argue this undermines transparency and violates existing access laws amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement.

A Republican tax and spending bill threatens rural hospitals across the U.S. with potential closures and healthcare access issues. Experts warn that cuts could increase patient travel times and uncompensated care costs, with rural and urban hospitals alike facing financial strain.

Finland's parliament voted 157-18 to exit the Ottawa Convention, allowing the use of land mines, citing security threats from Russia. This move follows similar actions by other Baltic states amid regional tensions.

The Alpine region is experiencing more intense rainfall due to climate change, with warming air holding more moisture and triggering extreme storm activities. A study highlights the urgent need to update infrastructure and urban water management to cope with increased storm frequencies, as global temperatures may reach critical thresholds soon, exacerbating weather-related risks.

Meta is bolstering its AI capabilities by hiring Daniel Gross of Safe Superintelligence after a failed acquisition attempt. This move is part of a $14.3 billion push into AI, amid fierce competition with Google and OpenAI.

The BBC has sued Perplexity AI for allegedly scraping its content without permission to train AI models, demanding cessation and compensation. This lawsuit highlights growing tensions over AI's use of copyrighted material, with Perplexity denying the allegations and underscoring the need for clearer legal frameworks.

A study by Automation Anywhere and Forrester Consulting shows 60% of enterprise leaders prioritize automation platforms for managing AI processes. Despite challenges like data privacy and skill gaps, leaders are optimistic about AI's potential and plan broader implementation within two years.

Marvell and Micron are emerging as key players in the AI sector, with Marvell's revenue projected to rise sharply due to strong demand for custom AI chips. Micron's earnings are set to soar as its memory chips gain traction in AI data centers, positioning both companies for substantial long-term growth.

Antibiotic resistance is a global health crisis, causing over 1.3 million deaths annually, according to a University of Turku study. The research highlights how factors like gender, age, and geography affect resistance levels, urging targeted healthcare strategies.