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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Erupts, Disrupts Flights and Prompts Highest Alert Level
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia erupted on July 7, 2025, sending ash 20 kilometers high, disrupting flights and affecting nearby villages. This prompts heightened alert levels and safety measures, while travel advisories are issued globally due to significant airspace impact.


Oldest North American Pterosaur Uncovered in Arizona's Petrified Forest
Researchers have discovered Eotephradactylus mcintireae, North America's oldest known pterosaur, in Arizona's Petrified Forest National Park. This find, part of a rich fossil bed, sheds light on the Triassic ecosystem and fills gaps in the evolutionary history of early flying vertebrates.


Avant Technologies Nears FDA Milestone, Launches Free AI Scans for Diabetes Early Detection
Avant Technologies is approaching a crucial milestone with the FDA for its AI-based Vision platform aimed at early detection of diabetic retinopathy. The company plans to spin off a separate entity for diabetes treatments and has initiated free scans at pharmacies to boost early detection efforts.

Amazon warns Prime members of a significant increase in scams as Prime Day approaches, with fraudsters deploying 92,000 phishing sites and other threats. Customers are urged to verify communications and adopt security measures like two-factor authentication to safeguard their accounts.

The International Deep Space Exploration Association was launched in Hefei, China, on July 7, 2025, marking a major step for global space collaboration. It aims to involve developing countries in space initiatives and will focus on lunar, planetary, and asteroid projects.

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The Trump administration is pressuring Apple to move iPhone production from China to the U.S., with advisor Peter Navarro criticizing CEO Tim Cook for delays. Despite advances in manufacturing tech, Apple's U.S. presence remains minimal, while Cook faces logistical challenges and potential cost hikes that could inflate iPhone prices significantly.

General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has accused Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya of colluding with crime syndicates in KwaZulu-Natal. President Cyril Ramaphosa has promised to prioritize the investigation, labeling the allegations as a 'grave national security concern.'

CJ Group is set to launch Millstone CUE, an AI-powered video solution, next month to revolutionize content creation with features like video search and editing. This technology promises to drastically cut editing time by up to 91% and enhance privacy by automatically removing sensitive content.

Apple's iOS 18.5 update enables iPhone 13 users to send texts via satellite using T-Mobile's Starlink-powered service, launching July 23. Available at no extra cost for T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan, other carriers like AT&T and Verizon offer it for $10 monthly, with future plans for multimedia and 911 texting.

Malaysian Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil underscores new guidelines for ethical AI communication, spotlighting their necessity amid AI's growing impact on media. Speaking from Geneva, he lauded the KLIP 7 conference for addressing AI's role in transforming communication strategies across ASEAN.

LG Innotek has unveiled its innovative Cu-Post technology, potentially revolutionizing semiconductor substrates with increased circuit density and superior thermal management. With 40 patents secured and a focus on AI and 5G/6G markets, LG Innotek is well-positioned to capture significant growth, targeting over 3 trillion won in annual sales by 2030.
