Nations prepare for war in space + 3 more stories

Netanyahu faces ICC arrest over war crimes. Malaria vaccine costs hinge on orders. World readies for space war. Aspirin use may cut heart attack deaths.

Today ChatGPT read 1206 top news stories. After removing previously covered events, there are 4 articles with a significance score over 6.

[7.3] ICC seeks arrest warrant for Netanyahu over Gaza war crimes — The Independent

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor seeks arrest warrants against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes. Charges include attacks on civilians and starvation. The move is unprecedented for a sitting Western-aligned leader and faces wide international reactions, with US and UK criticizing the request.

[6.8] Malaria vaccine makers seek more orders to lower costs — Financial Times [$]

Malaria vaccine makers urge UNICEF and Gavi to increase orders to reduce costs and support Africa's vaccination rollout, started in January. Serum Institute of India can produce four times the ordered doses but requires more demand to break even. Bharat Biotech and GSK stress the need for advance ordering. Current logistical issues hinder distribution. Despite demand for 80-100 million doses annually by 2030, supply alone won't resolve challenges.

[6.1] With more 'unfriendly behaviour' and new weapons, the world is preparing for war in space — ABC News

Global satellite reliance is increasingly threatened by orbital attacks. China can now manoeuvre satellites into graveyard orbits, while missile tests raise space debris risks. Worldwide, jamming and spoofing attacks are growing, and US claims Russia plans nuclear space weapons. The US doubled its Space Force budget to $30.3 billion between 2021 and 2024, anticipating future space conflicts.

[6.0] Aspirin use after chest pain can prevent heart attack deaths — Harvard School of Public Health

A Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health study reveals that timely aspirin intake within four hours of severe chest pain can prevent over 13,000 heart attack deaths annually in the U.S. The intervention costs approximately $643,235 per year, translating to a cost-effectiveness ratio of $3.70 per life-year saved.

Highly covered news with significance over 5.3:

[5.7] Breakthrough method preserves breast tissue for research
(Irish Examiner + 4)

[5.9] Microplastics found in all human testicles tested, impacting fertility
(India Today + 4)

[5.8] SpaceX preps for Starship Super Heavy's test flight
(Times Now + 5)

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