Eye twitching be a sign of an eye stroke; know the early signs

Eyelid twitching, or myokymia, is often harmless, triggered by stress or caffeine. However, persistent twitching alongside sudden vision changes, weakness, or facial numbness could signal serious neurological issues, including strokes. While twitching alone is rarely a stroke sign, be alert to associated symptoms. Seek immediate medical advice for sudden headaches, speech difficulties, or balance problems.

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‘Immigrant could become public charge’: Getting a US visa may get harder for many – who’s affected?

A new Trump administration directive instructs consular officers to consider applicants’ health conditions and ability to afford treatment when determining visa eligibility. This move expands the ‘public charge’ rule, potentially impacting individuals with chronic illnesses and raising concerns about discrimination and arbitrary decisions.

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Meta’s chief AI scientist Yann LeCun agrees with ‘Godfather of AI’ Geoffrey Hinton, shares 2 key things needed to ensure AI safety

AI pioneers Yann LeCun and Geoffrey Hinton advocate for embedding empathy and submission into AI systems to ensure human safety. LeCun proposes hardwiring AI with objectives and guardrails, drawing parallels to human instincts. Hinton warns of potential dangers if AI lacks “maternal instincts,” emphasizing the need for empathy alongside intelligence. OpenAI’s CEO also acknowledges risks…

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‘My face for service, not romance’: Malala opens up on life beyond activism — Fear, love and self-discovery

Malala Yousafzai shares her personal journey in “Finding My Way.” She reveals struggles with friendship, trauma, and first love after surviving a Taliban attack. Malala sought ordinary experiences at Oxford, including making friends and finding love with Asser. She redefines bravery and questions traditional marriage. Her memoir offers a human perspective, inspiring readers to find…

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