Signs of life detected on distant planet + 1 more story

Today ChatGPT read 30934 top news stories. After removing previously covered events, there are 2 articles with a significance score over 5.9.

[6.2] Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet — japantimes.co.jp

Scientists have found the strongest evidence yet of potential life on an exoplanet, detecting gases in its atmosphere linked to biological processes.

The James Webb Space Telescope observed the exoplanet K2-18 b and identified dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and dimethyl disulfide (DMDS), gases primarily produced by living organisms on Earth. Researchers emphasize this is a possible biosignature, not confirmation of life.

Further observations are needed, but the findings suggest the exoplanet may harbor microbial life. The discovery marks a significant step in the search for life beyond our solar system.

[6.2] World Health Organization agrees legally binding pandemic treaty — bbc.com

The World Health Organization (WHO) has finalized a legally binding pandemic treaty, aiming to improve global cooperation for future outbreaks.

The treaty mandates data sharing on new diseases and ensures equitable access to pandemic-related drugs, vaccines, and diagnostics, addressing issues seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The WHO will also oversee global supply chains for essential medical equipment.

This agreement, reached after three years of negotiations, is only the second of its kind in WHO's history. The US, however, will not be bound by the pact after its withdrawal from the WHO in 2026.

Highly covered news with significance over 5.5

[5.6] US restricts Nvidia and DeepSeek to impede China's AI progress
(nytimes.com + 279)

[5.8] UN watchdog chief says Iran nears nuclear weapon
(thehindu.com + 53)

[5.8] US-China trade war threatens global recession, WTO warns
(ft.com + 122)

[5.7] Nations seek Sudan ceasefire, pledge $1.4 billion aid
(sbs.com.au + 38)

[5.7] Bite-sized chunks of chicken with the texture of whole meat can be grown in the lab
(sciencedaily.com + 4)

[5.5] Scientists successfully grow human teeth in a lab for first time
(irishnews.com + 6)

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