China jails scientist who gene-edited babies

13 Sept 11:15 Key points summarised by AI

Chinese scientist He Jiankui was sentenced to three years in prison and fined for illegally conducting human embryo gene-editing experiments.
He and two fellow researchers forged ethical review materials and recruited HIV-positive couples, resulting in the birth of gene-edited twin girls and a third baby.
His unauthorized work, driven by 'personal fame and gain,' sparked global condemnation from the scientific community over severe bioethical breaches, safety concerns with CRISPR technology, and a lack of regulatory oversight.
The case highlights the international debate on human gene-editing for reproductive purposes, which is largely illegal and controversial due to potential unintended mutations and profound ethical implications.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.