Blake Lively scored two legal wins in her ongoing courtroom battle with It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.
On Friday, Aug. 8, Manhattan federal judge Lewis Liman ordered that Blake Lively’s recent deposition transcript remain sealed for the time being. He also criticized Justin Baldoni’s legal team for submitting nearly 300 pages when only a few excerpts were relevant.
Liman wrote:
“The Wayfarer Parties’ attachment of the entire, nearly 300-page deposition — after citing only two pages of it in the Letter — served no proper litigation purpose and instead appears to have been intended to burden Lively (and as a result, the Court) and to invite public speculation and scandal.”
The court removed the transcript from the public record but noted it may reappear later, including at the March 2026 trial.
Justin Baldoni’s legal tactics against Blake Lively slammed as “media circus”
Earlier this week, Blake Lively’s lawyers accused Justin Baldoni of “creating a media circus” by releasing the transcript the day after she was deposition.
The motion also states that leaks to the Daily Mail and TMZ sparked misleading stories, including comments about her attire, and falsely suggested that only Baldoni and his attorney Bryan Freedman were present during the deposition, when in fact she:
“needed a large contingent of people with her to testify, while misleadingly suggesting that only Mr. Baldoni and [his attorney Bryan] Freedman were present for the deposition on their side.”
Contrary to claims that Baldoni attended with only his lawyer, he was accompanied by the Con Man star and Wayfarer execs Steve Sarowitz, Jamey Heath, Jennifer Abel, and Melissa Nathan. She was also questioned directly by two of his eight attorneys present, who represented the Wayfarer and Wallace parties.
Baldoni’s legal team said the filing was meant to counter accusations of a smear campaign. However, Liman was not persuaded, stating:
“The conclusion is inescapable that the Wayfarer Parties filed gratuitous amounts of irrelevant pages so that, if Lively moved for continued sealing of the irrelevant pages, the Wayfarer Parties could then use Lively’s response for their own public-relations purposes. The Court has not only the power but also the responsibility to step in.”
Meanwhile, Blake Lively’s representative spoke with People and said that they are:
“pleased with the outcome of her deposition and now look forward to deposing Justin Baldoni and each of the co-defendants in short order.”
They added:
“Deposition testimony is confidential for good reason — it’s evidence in a legal proceeding and is subject to objections and evidentiary rules. Juries aren’t just handed deposition transcripts to read at home, and instead they listen to testimony that is presented at trial under a judge’s supervision.”
Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment and retaliation complaint against Baldoni in December, alleging misconduct on the set of It Ends With Us.
Baldoni denied the allegations and filed a $400 million countersuit against Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds, which was dismissed by Judge Liman in June.
Both parties are expected to testify when the case goes to trial in New York in March 2026.
Two siblings are among the latest deaths in the Pacific nation of Samoa, amid a devastating outbreak of dengue fever. A total of five children have succumbed to the mosquito-borne virus in recent months, with the last three deaths occurring in the space of just four days.
A nine-year-old boy and his two-year-old brother from Mulifanua in Upolu became the fourth and fifth victims of the virus, passing away within days of each other.
According to the boys’ grandmother, the older brother was given Panadol in the days before his death on July 30 after showing symptoms of dengue fever.
After waiting hours to be seen at their closest medical centre, an ambulance was eventually called to transport him to the main hospital, but his “heartbeat dropped” just 10 minutes into the journey.
They returned back to the clinic, but the child could not be saved.
Tragically, his younger brother passed away several days later.
Workers spray for mosquitoes to help fight the growing number of dengue cases in Samoa. Source: Ministry of Health Samoa
The three other deaths include a five-year-old girl who died on July 29, an eight-year-old girl who died on July 13 and a 12-year-old boy who died in April after being flown to New Zealand for medical treatment.
Prime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa this week urged parents “not to wait until it is too late” to seek medical attention for children affected by dengue fever.
“It is important to heed advice from the Ministry of Health. For parents and guardians, please seek immediate medical assistance if your child develops dengue fever symptoms,” she said at a press conference on Monday.
“Do not wait until it is too late. Early treatment can save lives.”
Samoa’s Ministry of Health released their latest dengue report on Thursday, confirming four dengue-related deaths and one probable death awaiting confirmation. A further 1446 clinically diagnosed cases were reported from July 28 to August 3.
The spike in dengue cases has caused all schools across Samoa to be closed for another week, heavily disrupting the start of term 3.
Samoa, along with Fiji, Tonga, the Cook Islands and Kiribati are all in the grips of dengue fever outbreaks. Other nations have also reported cases, though haven’t officially announced an outbreak. These include Hawai’i, French Polynesia, American Samoa, Nauru and Tuvalu.
The mosquito-borne virus has similar symptoms to a bad flu or Covid virus, which can make it difficult to diagnose without a blood test. Symptoms typically include sudden fever, headache, muscle pain, vomiting and a faint red rash.
A large-scale fumigation campaign has been launched in Upolu, targeting schools, businesses and hotspot villages. Source: Government of Samoa
Why are so many children falling sick?
In Samoa, a staggering 71 per cent of dengue cases are in children younger than 15 years old.
Dr Mark Jacobs, WHO Representative to the South Pacific and Director of Pacific Technical Support, recently told Yahoo News there’s a reason why young people are more highly represented in the statistics.
“Because being infected with a strain of dengue usually provides lifelong immunity against that strain, children can be at much higher risk of being infected when the strain is reintroduced into the country,” he said.
“Many adults would have been infected previously, meaning they are protected from reinfection with that strain.”
There are four strains of dengue, with two currently in the Pacific. Once someone recovers from the disease, they generally get life-long immunity — but only to that strain.
The WHO advises that even a bottle cap can contain enough water for a mosquito to breed, and urges locals to do their part to clean up any potential mosquito breeding sites. Drains, gutters, bottles, buckets, wheelbarrows and even spare tyres could all collect water and turn into a breeding ground.
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Apollo 13 director Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer paid tribute today to Jim Lovell, commander of the ill-fated moon mission on which they based their hit 1995 movie. The astronaut died Thursday at 97.
“Jim Lovell was a true American hero whose courage, intellect and grace under pressure inspired a nation,” Grazer said in a statement. “He was not only a legend in space exploration, but also an incredibly generous, kind and inspiring man. Thank you, Commander Lovell, for showing us the best of what we can be.”
Howard said: “Rest in peace, Commander Lovell. Navy test pilot, Gemini 7, Gemini 12, Apollo 8 and, of course, Apollo 13. Simply knowing Jim has been a tremendous honor. His combination of intellect, courage and commitment to duty made him one of the most remarkable individuals I’ve ever met. His support of our movie-making efforts inspired authenticity and elevated our process in so many ways. Thank you, sir, for your service to our country and to humankind.”
Lovell was 42 when led the moon shot that launched April 11, 1970, but never made its scheduled landing. An oxygen tank explosion two days into the flight took out crucial systems and turned the mission into a rescue operation. NASA scientists made a plan to use the moon’s gravity as a slingshot to send the spacecraft back to Earth, where it splashed down four days later.
Apollo 13 is a gripping tale of what happened up there 45 years ago and how a calm but stressed NASA team brought them home, against the odds. The film was an international smash, making $355.2 million worldwide, split almost evenly between domestic and international. It starred Tom Hanks as Lovell, alongside Kevin Bacon and Bill Paxton as fellow astronauts Jack Swigert and Fred Haise, respectively. Ed Harris and Gary Sinise also starred, along with Kathleen Quinlan as Lovell’s wife Marilyn.
Hanks was hot off back-to-back Best Actor Oscars for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump when he portrayed Lovell. The actor posted a tribute of his own on Instagram today that reads: “There are people who dare, who dream and who lead others to the places we would not go on our own. Jim Lovell, who for a long while had gone farther into space and for longer than any other person of our planet, was that kind of guy. His many voyages around the Earth and on to so-very-close to the moon were not made for riches or celebrity, but because such challenges as those are what fuels the course of being alive — and who better than Jim Lovell to make those voyages. On this night of a full moon, he passes on — to the heavens, to the cosmos, to the stars. God speed you, on this next voyage, Jim Lovell.”
Actress Gina Carano, Lucasfilm and its parent company Walt Disney Co. have settled the federal lawsuit filed in which Carano claimed that, in 2021, she was wrongfully terminated from her role in “The Mandalorian” after she expressed her conservative political views on social media.
The settlement details have not been made public, but Lucasfilm released a statement praising Carano’s on-set professionalism and expressing the hope of “identifying opportunities to work together with Ms. Carano in the near future.”
I am here to beg everyone to remain calm and avoid using the four Cs: cancel culture (is this the end of it?) and corporate capitulation (is this another example of it?)
No and no.
Cancel culture has long been an amorphous and often recklessly applied term, used to describe a litany of events, including but certainly not limited to male predators losing their jobs, students protesting their school’s choice of graduation speakers and outrage over J.K. Rowling’s stance on transgender women.
Recently, however, it has taken a far more concrete shape that looks astonishingly like the White House where President Trump continues to literally cancel all manner of things, including U.S. membership in the World Health Organization, the regulatory power of the Environmental Protection Agency and huge portions of Medicaid. Recently, he fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after the bureau documented weaker than expected numbers for July and downward revisions for the previous two months.
Corporate capitulation, too, is alive and well, with law firms, universities and media companies falling like dominoes before Trump’s lawsuits and threats of defunding. Last year, Trump sued ABC and its parent company Disney for defamation after anchor George Stephanopoulos wrongly stated on air that Trump had been found civilly liable for raping E. Jean Carroll — Trump had been found civilly liable of sexually assaulting and defaming Carroll. Disney settled for $15 million, paid to Trump’s presidential foundation and museum.
Even more troubling was Paramount Global’s decision to pay a $16-million settlement in what many consider a frivolous lawsuit brought by Trump against “60 Minutes.” After late-night host Stephen Colbert called the move a “big fat bribe” designed to ensure Paramount’s recent acquisition by Skydance, CBS, which is owned by Paramount, announced that “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” was being canceled due to financial considerations.
So while it is tempting to see Disney settling with Carano as a piece of a larger and very worrisome whole, particularly when Elon Musk financed her lawsuit, it was in fact simply the right thing to do.
Carano is a former mixed martial artist turned actor who has been vocal about her support for conservative causes and President Trump. In 2020, she had caught some flack for posting “beep/bop/boop” as her pronouns in her Twitter bio, which some took as her way of mocking trans people. She denied this, changed her bio and expressed support for the trans community.
There were also posts that criticized masking policies and shutdowns during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as one calling for an investigation into voter fraud after the 2020 election.
But it was a repost on Instagram that cost her her job — in February 2021, she reposted a famously horrific image of a half-naked Jewish woman fleeing from a mob with a moronically simplistic message about divisive politics: “Most people today don’t realize that to get to the point where Nazi soldiers could easily round up thousands of Jews, the government first made their own neighbors hate them simply for being Jews. How is that any different from hating someone for their political views?”
Landing just a month after then-President Trump sent an armed mob to attack the Capitol in the hopes of overturning an election he refused to believe he had lost, the post, which appeared to compare MAGA supporters in 2021 America with Jews in Nazi Germany, sparked #FireGinaCarano.
And that’s exactly what Disney did. Calling her posts “abhorrent and unacceptable,” Lucasfilm excised her character from “The Mandalorian” and canceled an upcoming spinoff in which she was to star. Her talent agency, UTA, dropped her and Hasbro canceled a line of toys based on her “Mandalorian” character.
It was an overreaction that smacked of fear and pandering. I do not agree with the sentiments Carano expressed in her posts, but compared with the blithely toxic abuse regularly used on social media, they are relatively benign, based far more on genuine ignorance — most people are in fact aware of the vicious antisemitism leveraged by the Nazis as well as their institutionalized tactics of fear — than anything else.
Of course, those who attempt to be politically provocative on social media (and reposting a photo of a victimized Jewish woman in such context is the definition of political provocation) cannot then feign shock and dismay when people are provoked, especially at a time when far-right tweets, including the president’s, had led to a violent attack against lawmakers. (Hence the irony of Musk’s support — the platform he renamed X was in large part built on its ability to harness all manner of just and unjust hashtag campaigns.)
But as my colleague Robin Abcarian noted when Carano filed her lawsuit in 2023, the social media mob’s decision that a woman, who was far from a household name, deserved to lose her livelihood, and more important, Lucasfilm’s agreement with that decision, was extreme.
Bad publicity is never good for an entertainment property and whether it was explicit in her contract or not, Carano did represent, to a certain extent, “The Mandalorian,” Lucasfilm and Disney. Unfortunately, the entertainment industry’s increasing reliance on social media has created a world in which actors and other creative types are expected to amass millions of followers on platforms that tend to reward the outspoken and outrageous over the thoughtful. Encouraged to reveal themselves “authentically,” stars can find themselves prodded by fans to comment on current events and excoriated when they refuse or respond in a way that certain followers consider insincere or politically incorrect.
Telling people to stay off social media is not the answer; neither is regulation by hashtag campaign.
While Carano’s case is certainly reflective of many perils that face us at the moment, the fact that she reached a settlement, including an apparent promise of more work, is not a sign of further deterioration.
The fear that our cultural landscape is being attacked by political forces that would strangle the notion of free speech and competing ideologies is real and justified. But in this case, the capitulation came not when Disney and Lucasfilm decided to settle with Carano, but when they fired her in the first place.
Google is testing a new version of Google Finance that includes features powered by artificial intelligence (AI).
Over the coming weeks, Google Finance users in the U.S. will see the option to toggle between the new and classic versions, the company said in a Friday (Aug. 8) blog post.
The AI features in the new version of Google Finance allow users to get comprehensive answers to questions about financial issues, access charting tools to help visualize financial data beyond simple asset performance and explore more kinds of real-time market data and news, according to the post.
Google Finance currently provides real-time market quotes, international exchanges, financial news and analytics.
Google has been rolling out AI-powered features across its products. During a July earnings call, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said that AI Overviews now has more than 2 billion monthly users across 200 countries and territories and that the feature drives 10% more search queries globally.
AI Overviews was launched in the U.S. in May 2024 and provides an AI-generated summary of information from several sources along with search results.
In May 2025, Google began rolling out AI Mode in its Search experience in the U.S., saying this feature complements AI Overviews by providing the company’s most powerful AI search and delivering an end-to-end AI Search experience.
During the same month, Google unveiled a slew of AI-powered tools to help brands drive growth in shopping and ad effectiveness. These tools include features in its ad ecosystem that help marketers create compelling visuals and video assets, a Smart Bidding Exploration tool that allows advertisers to pursue “less obvious and potentially high-performing searches,” and agentic capabilities that streamline campaign management, content creation and performance analysis.
In July, it was reported that Google wants to recruit news companies for an AI-related licensing project and hopes to launch a pilot project with around 20 national news organizations. A Google spokesperson told Bloomberg that the company is “exploring and experimenting with new types of partnerships and product experiences.”
Why demand for wearable health monitoring devices is accelerating in 2025
How the Herz P1 Smart Ring tracks heart rate, sleep patterns, stress levels, and activity metrics around the clock
The design elements that make Herz P1 comfortable for all-day, all-night wear
The role of real-time data insights in improving personal wellness decisions
Market trends showing how smart rings are reshaping the future of health technology
Which types of users benefit most from 24/7 wearable monitoring solutions
Balanced perspectives on the strengths and limitations of smart ring technology
Herz P1’s mission to make advanced health tracking accessible and easy to use
TL;DR SUMMARY
The Herz P1 Smart Ring is a next-generation wearable designed to deliver 24/7 health monitoring, including heart rate tracking, sleep analysis, stress measurement, and activity tracking — all in a sleek, comfortable ring. As consumer interest in personalized wellness technology grows in 2025, the Herz P1 stands out for its blend of precision sensors, minimalist design, and real-time data feedback. This article explores why demand for smart rings is surging, how Herz P1 works, who it’s designed for, and the broader trends shaping the wearable health market. With balanced insights into both the advantages and limitations of smart ring technology, readers will gain a clear understanding of how the Herz P1 Smart Ring fits into the future of health and wellness.
SECTION 1 — WHY INTEREST IN “SMART RINGS” IS SURGING IN 2025
The global wearable technology market is experiencing one of its most significant shifts yet in 2025 — and smart rings are at the center of this transformation. While smartwatches have long dominated the space, a growing number of consumers are seeking devices that deliver comprehensive health insights without the bulk or constant on-screen distractions. This demand has fueled a surge in interest for sleek, discreet wearables like the Herz P1 Smart Ring, which offers advanced tracking capabilities while maintaining a minimal footprint in daily life.
Several market forces are driving this trend. First, the wellness industry has expanded its focus from fitness alone to overall health optimization, placing greater value on continuous, passive monitoring of vital signs. The rise of preventative health is reshaping how consumers view their overall health management. Today’s wearables, including the Herz P1, play an integral part in this transformation, empowering individuals to track metrics like heart rate, sleep patterns, and stress levels in real time.
Second, more individuals are prioritizing stress management, sleep quality, and heart health as key components of long-term well-being — areas where smart rings excel due to their constant skin contact and high sensor accuracy. According to recent studies, stress-related illnesses and sleep disorders are on the rise globally, further driving the demand for accessible solutions like the Herz P1 Smart Ring.
Third, technological advancements have made it possible to pack precision sensors, Bluetooth connectivity, and long-lasting batteries into a compact, stylish form factor. As consumer awareness increases about the power of data-driven decisions, real-time data combined with long-term trend tracking helps users adjust their routines to achieve optimal health outcomes.
The growing intersection of fashion, comfort, and technology positions smart rings not just as gadgets but as integral tools for everyday health management. With the Herz P1, users gain access to advanced health insights without sacrificing style or comfort.
Learn more about the full features and specifications of the Herz P1 Smart Ring.
SECTION 2 — HOW THE HERZ P1 SMART RING DELIVERS 24/7 HEALTH MONITORING
The Herz P1 Smart Ring is engineered to provide continuous, around-the-clock health tracking without disrupting daily routines or sleep. Its design integrates advanced biometric sensors directly into a lightweight titanium alloy band, ensuring constant skin contact for optimal reading accuracy. Unlike bulkier devices, the ring format allows for consistent wear — even while sleeping, exercising, or performing everyday activities.
At the core of its functionality is a multi-sensor system capable of capturing key wellness metrics in real time. This includes heart rate monitoring, sleep cycle analysis, stress level measurement, and activity tracking, all of which are transmitted to a companion app for easy review. The app’s dashboard organizes data into intuitive charts and trends, making it simple for users to understand their health patterns and identify changes over time.
The sleep tracking feature is particularly notable. By monitoring resting heart rate, micro-movements, and body temperature, it can map out light, deep, and REM sleep stages, offering actionable insights into how rest quality impacts overall wellness. Sleep is often overlooked in wellness regimens, but its importance in recovery, mood regulation, and cognitive function is clear. The Herz P1 helps individuals understand the direct impact their sleep has on their health, including how external factors like stress and exercise influence sleep patterns.
The stress monitoring function also utilizes heart rate variability (HRV) to detect elevated tension levels, enabling users to take proactive steps toward relaxation and recovery. This level of monitoring, while valuable for anyone, can be especially beneficial for busy professionals or parents who face high daily stressors.
Battery efficiency is another advantage — the Herz P1 Smart Ring is designed for extended wear between charges, ensuring uninterrupted monitoring for days at a time. Combined with its durable, water-resistant construction, the device supports a seamless integration into users’ daily lives while maintaining accuracy and reliability in various environments.
SECTION 3 — KEY FEATURES THAT MAKE THE HERZ P1 STAND OUT IN THE SMART RING MARKET
In a rapidly expanding wearable technology landscape, the Herz P1 Smart Ring distinguishes itself through a combination of precision engineering, user-focused design, and comprehensive functionality. While many smart rings offer basic tracking, the Herz P1 integrates an advanced set of features that appeal to both wellness enthusiasts and everyday users seeking reliable health insights.
One of its defining attributes is the high-accuracy biometric sensor suite, which captures continuous heart rate, sleep stages, stress levels, and daily activity data. This level of detail is comparable to — and in some cases exceeds — what’s found in larger wrist-worn devices, but without the added bulk. The ring’s minimalist design also ensures it complements both casual and formal attire, making it practical for 24/7 wear.
The Herz P1’s companion mobile app enhances its usability by presenting clear, actionable information. Data visualizations allow users to easily interpret trends, while goal-setting tools help align daily habits with long-term health objectives. For those who value discretion, the device’s low-profile form factor ensures advanced tracking without drawing attention, a benefit for professionals and individuals in social settings.
Another key strength is its durability and comfort. Constructed from lightweight yet robust titanium alloy, the Herz P1 is resistant to scratches, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. The ergonomic inner band ensures a comfortable fit for long-term wear, even during intense workouts or overnight use. Battery life optimization means users can enjoy uninterrupted tracking for multiple days before needing to recharge.
By merging fashion, comfort, and science-backed performance, the Herz P1 Smart Ring positions itself as a versatile choice in the wearables market — bridging the gap between traditional health trackers and next-generation, discreet monitoring solutions.
SECTION 4 — INTEGRATION WITH OTHER DIGITAL HEALTH TOOLS
The Herz P1 Smart Ring does not just operate in isolation; it seamlessly integrates with a variety of health and wellness platforms to offer a more holistic view of your wellness journey. It can sync with fitness apps like Strava or Google Fit, allowing users to consolidate their health data across multiple platforms for easier management and analysis. This integration enables users to set personalized wellness goals, track progress over time, and gain a deeper understanding of how their lifestyle affects their overall health.
In addition, the Herz P1 is also designed to integrate with smart home devices such as sleep trackers, air purifiers, or temperature regulation systems, offering users a connected ecosystem for optimal wellness. Imagine your smart ring communicating with your home’s thermostat to adjust the room temperature based on the sleep data it collects, or sending alerts about elevated stress levels to help prompt mindfulness practices — all integrated into one unified health experience.
This interconnectedness makes the Herz P1 an essential part of any modern health monitoring routine, helping users make informed, data-driven decisions to support their long-term health goals.
SECTION 5 — WHO BENEFITS MOST FROM USING THE HERZ P1 SMART RING
The Herz P1 Smart Ring is designed to serve a diverse range of users, making it a versatile health monitoring solution for various lifestyles and wellness goals. Its discreet size and advanced capabilities appeal to those who value both functionality and aesthetics, while its ease of use ensures accessibility for individuals at different stages of their health journey.
Health-conscious professionals are a prime audience, as the ring enables them to monitor key wellness metrics without disrupting their busy schedules. With its subtle design, it can be worn in boardrooms, during travel, or in client-facing roles without attracting attention, while still providing continuous tracking in the background.
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts also stand to benefit from the Herz P1’s precision tracking. By analyzing heart rate variability, recovery patterns, and sleep quality, they can fine-tune training programs and improve recovery strategies, ultimately supporting better performance outcomes.
For individuals managing stress or seeking to improve sleep quality, the ring’s continuous monitoring provides valuable feedback. Real-time stress detection empowers users to take preventative action, while detailed sleep insights help identify habits or factors that may be affecting rest.
Older adults and those monitoring heart health can use the Herz P1 as a non-invasive, easy-to-wear tool to stay informed about their wellness status. Its intuitive app interface and long battery life make it a low-maintenance option for consistent use.
Overall, the Herz P1’s combination of accuracy, comfort, and all-day wearability ensures it can meet the needs of anyone seeking reliable, data-driven health insights without the inconvenience of larger, more obtrusive devices.
SECTION 6 — THE GROWING MARKET FOR WEARABLE HEALTH TECHNOLOGY IN 2025
The wearable health technology market has seen consistent growth over the past decade, and 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for innovation, adoption, and consumer expectations. Advancements in sensor technology, data analytics, and miniaturization have opened the door for devices like the Herz P1 Smart Ring to provide comprehensive monitoring in a discreet, stylish form.
A major factor driving demand is the increased consumer focus on preventative health. Rather than waiting for medical issues to arise, individuals are seeking tools that can help them monitor their wellness daily, catch early warning signs, and make informed lifestyle adjustments. Wearables offer a convenient way to collect and review this data without requiring invasive procedures or frequent clinic visits.
The rise of remote work and hybrid lifestyles has also played a role. With more time spent at home, users are taking a greater interest in self-tracking and optimizing health habits. Devices that deliver actionable insights — such as sleep cycle reports, heart rate trends, and stress level analysis — are in high demand.
Additionally, the integration of AI and cloud-based analytics is transforming the wearable experience. Smart rings like the Herz P1 can sync with secure apps to provide personalized recommendations based on long-term data patterns, allowing for a level of customization that was not possible just a few years ago.
Finally, the fashion-forward approach to wearable design is attracting a broader demographic. The Herz P1’s minimalistic, premium look means it appeals not only to tech enthusiasts but also to style-conscious users who previously avoided bulkier health trackers.
With these trends converging, the wearable tech sector is set for rapid expansion, and smart rings are emerging as one of the most promising categories within it.
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More should be done to raise awareness and promote use of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) Yellow Card scheme, according to a report from Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS).
The report, published in June 2025, found that that just 10% of people who experienced medication side effects reported them through the Yellow Card scheme.
As part of the report, HIS surveyed Citizens’ Panel members on their public views concerning medicine safety, long-term conditions and preconception health and care.
Of the 563 responses received by post, email or over the phone, more than half of respondents (57%) said they had experienced a side effect or unintended effect from a medicine, the report found.
In addition, more than three-quarters of respondents (84%) had spoken to a doctor, nurse or pharmacist about medication side effects, while almost one-third of respondents (29%) had spoken to family and friends.
It is possible that low use of the scheme could be because people viewed their side effects as not significant enough to report; however, there could also be an opportunity to increase awareness of the scheme, the report said.
In the report, HIS recommends taking “action to promote and support public awareness of the Yellow Card scheme to improve underreporting of medicines’ side effects” and to “improve how NHS Scotland draws learning from the data that are collected and analysed through the Yellow Card scheme”.
On 7 August 2025, Laura Fulton, chief pharmacist of HIS, said the scheme is “vital to improve our understanding of medicines and safeguard patients”.
“I would encourage patients, members of the public and healthcare professionals to proactively utilise the Yellow Card scheme and report any concern as soon as they can,” she added.
Laura Wilson, director for Scotland at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, commented: “It is extremely important that the public are aware of the ways they can report side or unintended effects from medicines. This helps to raise awareness of the potential effects of medicines and improves medicines safety.
“The Yellow Card scheme is a fantastic initiative, which makes this process accessible and straightforward. I would encourage everyone to make use of it.
“Yellow Card representatives will be exhibiting at our RPS Scottish conference later this month, and we look forward to engaging with them and learning more about their important work.”
In a letter published in The Pharmaceutical Journal in June 2025, pharmacists Rajesh Jethwa and Nathaniel Addo said that in a small survey of 25 healthcare professionals in East London, a clear majority (84% (n=21) were aware of the Yellow Card scheme.
However, 76% of respondents (n=19) had never reported a side effects through it, which suggests underutilisation of the scheme.
Baggy pants-wearing rapper MC Hammer is being sued in a US court for allegedly failing to pay off a car loan by JPMorgan Chase, which has claimed that he has stopped making payments on a luxury Land Rover.
The suit against Hammer – whose real name is Stanley Burrell — was filed in a California court last week. It names MC Hammer and U Can’t Touch This LLC as defendants in the case, claiming the bank loaned them $114,000 to buy the vehicle in 2023.
But after allegedly missing a number of monthly payments, the rapper and his company still owe more than $76,000.
Hammer broke onto the rap scene in the 1980s, but became a global figure with 1990 megahit “U Can’t Touch This.” The rapper’s signature “Hammer Pants,” coupled with his rapidly moving elastic legs, made for a dance move that was copied all over the world.
Despite a tie-up Mattel figurine and the “Hammerman” cartoon, his stardom waned and by the mid-1990s, Hammer was going through bankruptcy.
Australia’s foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, has joined fresh international condemnation of Israel’s plans to control more of Gaza in a new ground offensive, warning it risks breaching international law and putting the lives of hostages and civilians in renewed danger.
Wong joined the foreign ministers of Germany, Italy, New Zealand and the UK in a joint statement on Saturday, saying the plans by Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to control Gaza City will make an already perilous situation worse.
They said the “worst-case scenario” of mass famine was already unfolding in Gaza.
“The plans that the government of Israel has announced risk violating international humanitarian law. Any attempts at annexation or of settlement extension violate international law,” the statement said.
“It will aggravate the catastrophic humanitarian situation, endanger the lives of the hostages, and further risk the mass displacement of civilians.”
Netanyahu’s war cabinet on Friday went against the advice of Israel’s military leaders to agree on a further escalation in the 22-month war, planning a full takeover of Gaza’s largest city that is likely to result in mass displacement of an estimated 1 million Palestinians.
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The moves sparked international outrage.
Germany’s government moved quickly to suspend the delivery of weapons that could be used in the fighting. The plan has not been opposed by the US president, Donald Trump, Netanyahu’s strongest backer internationally.
Wong and her counterparts said terror group Hamas and the Israeli government should work with the international community to end the war through an immediate and permanent ceasefire.
Such a development must enable the provision of a massive, immediate and unimpeded humanitarian assistance, “as the worst-case scenario of a famine is unfolding in Gaza”.
“Hamas must release all hostages without further delay or precondition and must ensure they are humanely treated and not subject to cruelty and humiliation,” the statement said.
“We call on the government of Israel to urgently find solutions to amend its recent registration system of international humanitarian organisations, to ensure these vital actors of humanitarian aid can continue their essential work again in line with humanitarian principles to reach the civilians in need in Gaza.
“Their exclusion would be an egregious signal.”
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Hamas said in a statement that Netanyahu’s plans meant he had abandoned the surviving hostages seized by the group in its surprise attack on Israel in October 2023, which triggered the war. The statement accused the Israeli prime minister of “sacrificing them to serve his personal interests and extremist ideological agenda”.
Countries including Australia have called for a political solution in Gaza that does not involve any of the Hamas leadership. Israel said it wanted to eventually hand control of Gaza over to a group of friendly Arab forces who are opposed to Hamas.
Netanyahu has released a list of five key objectives for the escalated fighting: disarming Hamas, returning all hostages, demilitarising the entire Gaza Strip, taking security control of the territory, and establishing “an alternative civil administration that is neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority”.
Wong said on Friday Israel should not go down its planned path, and permanent forced displacement would be a violation of international law.
But frequent statements from world leaders appear not to be deterring Israel.
Netanyahu’s office told international media the Israeli army would prepare to “take control of Gaza City while distributing humanitarian assistance to the civilian population outside combat zones”.
The prime minister, Anthony Albanese, was expected to discuss the war during a meeting with his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, in Queenstown on Saturday.
Actor-host Sanam Jung often talks about the challenges of her personal life.
Last year, she shared her experience of living abroad after marriage and the homesickness that comes with it. Fast forward to this year, Sanam made an appearance in TV show this week and discussed what motherhood is like while her husband has to leave home for work.
Sanam got married to Abdul Qassam Jafri in 2016. The two migrated to Houston, Texas in 2023 and Sanam talked about her ‘real rukhsati’ in an appearance on Shan e Suhoorc in 2024.
She shared that her and Jafri, who is a pilot, had initially agreed to maintain a long-distance relationship when he relocated to the US for his career. However, once Sanam’s green card came through, she made the decision to move to Texas with their daughter so they could all live under the same roof.
The actor gave birth to a baby girl Alaya in 2016 and announced it in a Facebook post. In 2024, Sanam announced the birth of their second daughter Aliza.
Whilst the family is happy to be together, Sanam still struggles to manage household chores alone. “Qassam is not home for 15 days every month due to work. When he comes back, he makes sure to sort all the groceries. He does all the major tasks which I might not be able to do as I take care of two kids. I can manage the rest on my own.”
The Jago Pakistan Jago host misses work but is unable to commit due to other responsibilities. “I can’t do an in-person job because of my kids.” she said. “I try to do Instagram endorsements and shout outs for brands. Even these things I try to do when my husband is home because I can’t leave my kids alone. It really scares me.”
She admitted her decision to leave behind work to focus on her kids has its downsides. “As someone who has always been very career-oriented, I do miss working,” she said.
In previous interviews, Sanam has also talked about the lack of household help abroad. “I took life for granted in Pakistan,” said the actor in Ramazan transmission Shan e Suhoor in 2023. “You don’t realise it, but when you move away, even if you run out of tomatoes, there is no one you can call on to run and get it for you. And if you spill something, there’s no one there to clean up after you. You have to do it all yourself.”
Despite not having the ideal situation, Sanam remains grateful. “Although I’m not working at the moment, I’m doing an even more important job which is to give time to my kids.”
