EU tightens rules on political advertising, California passes first law for safer AI chatbots

October 15, 2025

Hello dear Good News community,

When I was 18 and could vote for the first time, politics happened only in newspapers or on TV. Today, political topics reach more and more people through social networks—sometimes labeled, sometimes not. That ends now in the EU: Political ads—both online and offline—must from now on be clearly labeled as such.

Enjoy reading, Selina

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EU tightens rules on political advertising

In the EU, all political ads—both online and offline—must now be clearly labeled, including details about funding sources and target audiences. The goal is to prevent election manipulation. Google and Meta have criticized the new rules and announced plans to ban political advertising on their platforms entirely. Source: EURONEWS

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California passes first law for safer AI chatbots

California has become the first U.S. state to introduce transparency and safety regulations for AI chatbots. Providers must verify users’ ages, clearly disclose that the system is AI-powered, and ensure suicide-prevention measures are in place. Source: THE NEW ZEALAND HERALD

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Stevia may enhance treatments for hair loss

A research team has found that the plant compound stevioside can enhance the effects of the common hair-loss drug minoxidil. In lab tests, stevioside helped the medication penetrate the scalp faster and produced significantly stronger results. Source: E-TIMES I CONTENT NOTE: TEXT DISCUSSES ANIMAL TESTING

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Climate-smart and innovative: Alaska shows how it’s done

Brazil’s largest indigenous organization unveiled the first indigenous-led strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, August 9. The plan will be integrated into the national emissions reduction plan, which is updated every five years under the Paris Climate Agreement. Source: BBC

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How solar farms are helping save the bumblebees

The University of Cincinnati uses digital twins to make workplaces safer. Cameras create a virtual live avatar of the worker on-site. The system provides real-time feedback on risky movements and also warns of potential collisions with machinery. This aims to reduce accidents and strain injuries. Source: EURONEWS

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Hope for Thailand’s sea turtles

Artists in Pakistan sing about droughts, flooded villages, and ruined crops to raise awareness about the climate crisis. Musician Sham Bhai is one of them—she performs concerts in affected areas to educate people and promote climate action. Source: THAIGER

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