Electroacupuncture for facial paralysis: A Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine trial reports that both motion-threshold and sensory-threshold electroacupuncture improved long-term outcomes for peripheral facial paralysis, with brainstem function changes—supporting more precise dosing than “to tolerance.” Food safety & recalls: Europe issued a Greece-wide recall of Chinese “squeezy dumpling” toys after benzene levels up to 4x legal limits; separately, EU regulators hit AliExpress with a record €550m fine over unsafe/counterfeit goods. Public health tech: A new magnetic switch chip for continuous glucose monitoring targets longer standby battery life, aiming for 2+ years without sacrificing sensing. Brain-computer interfaces: BrainCo showcased a BCI platform at WAIC where neural signals control a robot arm in under 200 milliseconds, reinforcing medical rehabilitation potential. Space medicine: China’s Shenzhou-23 crew completed emergency decision-making and mental health assessments during a long-stay mission on Tiangong. Healthcare outreach: A Chinese medical team delivered free consultations and screenings for 100+ children at a Tanzanian orphanage as part of a “100 Medical Teams in 1,000 Villages” program. Drug development with AI: A survey says AI tools are cutting preclinical drug development costs and timelines by up to 70%, though experts warn they can’t replace lab validation. Health policy & governance: UN-linked events stressed AI governance to narrow the digital divide and protect public trust. Health-adjacent safety: China’s securities regulator pledged market stability after a rout, while WAIC highlighted global AI cooperation efforts.