India defends satellite internet licensing after Elon Musk criticism

Wired reports that opioid users turned to a drug they saw as a miracle aid for quitting, but the DEA banned it. The ban removed a harm-reduction option amid the opioid crisis, raising questions about drug policy and access to addiction treatment.

A child in New York has died from measles, marking the state’s first fatal measles case in 30 years. The death highlights growing public health risks from measles outbreaks and the importance of vaccination.

Cloudflare is experiencing multiple active incidents, according to a Hacker News post. Cloudflare is a major internet infrastructure provider, so disruptions can affect many websites and online services. The scope and impact of the incidents were not specified.

The UK plans to double the waiting period for permanent residency, with exemptions for care workers. The change affects migrants’ path to settled status and could have wide implications for immigration and labor policy.

Reddit argued that Australia rushed through an “ill-thought-out” ban on under-16s using social media as its High Court challenge began. The case tests a landmark law that could reshape age verification and minors’ access to platforms. Its outcome could set a precedent for similar restrictions worldwide.