US reports first cattle-linked avian flu case + 2 more stories

Today ChatGPT read 1107 top news stories. After removing previously covered events, there are 3 articles with a significance score over 6.

[6.4] iPhone users in 92 countries received a spyware attack alert — Mashable

On Wednesday at noon Pacific time, iPhone users in 92 countries received a notification from Apple, warning of potential "mercenary spyware attacks." This alert suggested specific targeting likely due to the recipients' identities or professions. Not all affected countries were named, but India was confirmed to have received such alerts, with past incidents involving Pegasus spyware.

[6.0] US mandates background checks for online and gun show sales — The Guardian US

The US Justice Department announced mandatory background checks for online and gun show firearm sales to prevent weapons from reaching criminals. The rule, effective in 30 days, aims to close loopholes and require more dealers to be licensed. An estimated 22% of guns in the US were acquired without checks. Gun control advocates praised the move, emphasizing the importance of expanding background checks to enhance public safety.

[6.0] First US case of H5N1 avian flu in humans — WIRED

A Texas dairy farm worker contracted H5N1 avian influenza, marking the first known case from cattle and the second U.S. human case in two years. Global experts warn H5N1 is adapting to mammals, raising fears it could mutate to spread more easily among humans. Since 2003, there have been 882 human cases in 23 countries, with a 52% fatality rate. Urgent monitoring is advised as the virus affects more species and regions, including Antarctica.

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[5.8] Renewed Russian attacks target Ukrainian energy infrastructure
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