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10 hours ago
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Google Launches New Tool for Software Developers
Google has announced the release of a new open-source tool called 'Gemini CLI', specifically designed to operate through the command line interface. The goal is to provide developers with a smart assistant capable of handling complex programming tasks using natural language. The tool allows users to analyze code, fix bugs, suggest new features, and execute commands directly, by integrating with the developer's local environment and connecting to Google's advanced Gemini models. This move is seen as part of Google's broader effort to compete with established solutions like Codex CLI from OpenAI and Claude Code from Anthropic, which have gained significant popularity among developers. Gemini CLI is part of a larger ecosystem that includes tools such as Gemini Code Assist and the asynchronous assistant Jules, according to a TechCrunch report. This initiative reflects Google's growing confidence in its Gemini models, especially following the launch of Gemini 2.5 Pro in April, which has led to increased adoption of the company's AI technologies by developers. Although primarily focused on supporting developers, Gemini CLI also offers advanced capabilities such as generating videos using the Veo 3 model, writing research reports, retrieving real-time information from the internet, and connecting to external servers and databases via the MCP protocol. Gemini CLI is available as an open-source project on GitHub under the Apache 2.0 license, with a free usage limit of 60 requests per minute and 1000 requests per day. However, questions remain about the accuracy of such tools. A recent Stack Overflow survey found that fewer than half of developers fully trust AI-generated answers due to potential errors or overlooked security vulnerabilities.
Alalam24
2 days ago
- Health
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New Study Reveals Alarming Link Between Environment and Women's Health
A research team from the University of Florida has revealed in a recent study that women living in areas with high air pollution face an increased risk of developing breast cancer. The study, which included over 280,000 women, found that exposure to fine particles emitted from vehicle exhaust is associated with higher breast tissue density — a well-known factor that significantly raises the risk of cancer. Women with dense breast tissue may face up to six times greater risk of developing the disease. This is the first study to establish such a strong connection between air pollution and breast tissue density, with a particular focus on fine diesel particles. These pollutants are already linked to asthma, heart disease, and dementia, and are now also associated with a heightened risk of breast cancer. Estimates suggest that air pollution contributes to around 40,000 deaths annually in the UK, and it may also play a role in some of the 11,400 annual breast cancer-related deaths. These findings open new avenues for understanding the environmental impact on women's health.
Alalam24
5 days ago
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Meta Launches New Feature on WhatsApp
In a new move to enhance user experience, Meta has announced the launch of a smart feature on WhatsApp that allows users to summarize unread messages and receive suggested written replies—all without compromising chat privacy or encryption. According to TechCrunch, the feature is powered by artificial intelligence and is designed for individual users only. It remains invisible to others in the conversation and is activated through a small icon within the app, without sending any disruptive notifications. The new functionality builds on technologies Meta developed in April and works locally on the user's device, meaning the company does not access message content or the generated summaries. Meta stated in its blog: 'We use local, on-device processing to ensure your summaries and replies stay on your phone only.' Previously, WhatsApp's AI was limited to answering general questions within chats without interacting with the conversation content. Now, it can securely interpret context to provide smart suggestions and summaries. The feature is currently available in English in the United States, but is expected to roll out to more languages and regions in the future. Users can enable or disable the feature through the app settings: Settings → Chats → Private Processing, to choose the AI functions that suit their preferences.
Alalam24
22-06-2025
- Health
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A Single Dose Could Reshape Immunity Against the Deadliest Viruses
A team of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Scripps Research Institute has developed a groundbreaking method to enhance the immune response against HIV using just a single vaccine dose, by combining two powerful immune-boosting agents. In experiments conducted on mice, results showed that the combination of traditional 'alum' and a new immune adjuvant called SMNP led to the production of more diverse and larger quantities of antibodies, compared to using the vaccine alone or with just one adjuvant. This development not only opens promising avenues for HIV prevention, but could also accelerate the creation of effective single-dose vaccines for other infectious diseases such as COVID-19 and influenza. The researchers based their study on a modified HIV protein known as MD39, used as an antigen attached to alum particles with the addition of SMNP. Following vaccination, the team observed that this combination remained stable in lymph nodes for up to a month, giving the immune system more time to build a strong and targeted response. Professor J. Christopher Love, one of the lead researchers, explained: 'This method mimics what happens during natural infection, where the antigen remains in the body for a long time, giving immune cells the opportunity to strengthen their defenses.' By analyzing B cells in the mice, researchers found that the enhanced vaccine produced a broader and greater quantity of antibodies, increasing the likelihood of generating 'broadly neutralizing' antibodies capable of targeting multiple strains of HIV. Love added: 'The more opportunities we give the immune system to explore different options, the higher the chances of producing effective antibodies against a wider range of viruses.' The study, published in Science Translational Medicine, suggests that the approach can be applied to protein-based vaccines for various diseases. Additionally, the components used are already familiar to health authorities, which could speed up regulatory approval. Love concluded: 'The true strength of this approach lies in its simplicity and effectiveness. It doesn't require new technologies, just a smarter use of existing tools to develop stronger, faster vaccines.' The research was supported by the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Koch Institute, the Ragon Institute, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Alalam24
21-06-2025
- Health
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Dark Consequences Await After Just Three Nights of Sleep Deprivation
A recent study conducted at Uppsala University in Sweden has revealed that reducing sleep to only four hours per night for three consecutive nights can lead to changes in blood composition linked to an increased risk of heart disease. The study involved 16 healthy young men who participated in two different protocols within a controlled laboratory setting, where their diet, physical activity, and light exposure were strictly regulated. In the first protocol, participants slept for 8.5 hours per night over three nights. In the second, their sleep was restricted to 4.25 hours for the same period. After each phase, the participants performed high-intensity exercise on a stationary bike, and blood samples were taken before and after the workout. Researchers analyzed around 90 types of proteins in the blood and observed a significant increase in inflammatory markers associated with heart disease following the sleep-restricted phase. The study focused on inflammatory proteins that the body produces in response to stress or illness. Persistently high levels of these proteins can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of health issues such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmias. The study also found that the body's usual healthy response to exercise—such as the rise in beneficial proteins like interleukin-6 and BDNF, which support brain and heart function—was significantly weakened after poor sleep. What's particularly alarming is that these changes were observed in healthy young adults after only a short period of disrupted sleep. The researchers noted this as concerning, especially given the widespread prevalence of sleep disorders—affecting about one in four shift workers who experience circadian rhythm disruption. The study also pointed out that the timing of blood sample collection influenced protein levels, which varied between morning and evening. This variation was more pronounced after sleep restriction, suggesting that sleep affects not only blood composition but also the timing of biological changes. In today's fast-paced lifestyle, where sleep is often sacrificed for work, social life, or entertainment, this study highlights a sobering truth: our bodies keep a precise record of these sacrifices—and the toll they take on our health.
