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Repair sick robots and contemplate the role of healthcare providers in the deeply textured, pixel art, cyberpunk visual novel All Our Broken Parts
All Our Broken Parts is a cyberpunk visual novel featuring detailed pixel art where players take on the role of a robot doctor caring for other robots in a world where humans have disappeared. The game explores themes of memory, artistic ambition, and the role of healthcare in a society focused on material needs, with a demo available on Steam.
OpenAI touts ChatGPT reasoning above doctors — then its health chief dials it back
OpenAI executives presented conflicting statements regarding ChatGPT's reasoning capabilities in healthcare, with one claiming it surpasses clinicians and another tempering the assertion. The company is expanding access to its ChatGPT Health feature, which allows users to link medical records, while also facing a lawsuit alleging dangerous medical advice from the chatbot. OpenAI maintains that ChatGPT Health supports, rather than replaces, professional medical care.
Bethesda Montreal’s Laid Off Employees Told They Will Get Bare Minimum Severance, No Healthcare
Employees laid off from Bethesda's Montreal studio have reportedly been offered the minimum legal severance and lost healthcare benefits, according to the union OneBGS. This contradicts earlier statements about negotiating with the union. Bethesda and Xbox leadership are facing legal complaints for alleged labor law violations in Canada. Despite these issues, the company reaffirmed its focus on The Elder Scrolls 6 and upcoming Fallout projects.
OpenAI sued over ChatGPT health advice that almost killed a pastor
OpenAI is facing a lawsuit over allegations that ChatGPT provided dangerous medical advice regarding a pulmonary embolism. The pastor involved claims the AI's recommendations were extremely harmful and nearly resulted in his death.
Tio Pakusadewo Sakit Cuma Punya BPJS Kelas 3, Sahabat Galang Donasi
Actor Tio Pakusadewo is undergoing intensive hospital treatment, with actress Dewi Irawan initiating a donation drive to help cover his medical expenses. Pakusadewo is reportedly using only BPJS Kesehatan class 3 and has no other health insurance. This initiative comes after numerous inquiries about his well-being and offers of financial assistance.
AI Yi-Yi!
A push backed by Donald Trump aims to integrate AI doctors into American medicine, as reported by The Washington Post. Separately, Anthropic announced that 80% of its new production code is now authored by its AI model, Claude, indicating a significant shift in software development.
Dewi Irawan Buka Donasi Pengobatan Tio Pakusadewo
Actress Dewi Irawan has initiated a fundraising effort for her friend, veteran actor Tio Pakusadewo, who is undergoing medical treatment using BPJS Kesehatan class 3 and lacks other health insurance. Pakusadewo has been in and out of the hospital multiple times since January 2026 for various health issues, including kidney problems, stomach acid, and a previous stroke. Irawan is appealing to the public for donations to help cover his medical expenses.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the team share their weekend gaming plans, ranging from Forza Horizon 6 and American Truck Simulator to the unreleased game for guides, Directive 8020, and EVE Online. One writer is experiencing a retinal migraine and plans to rest, while another is trying out the puzzle game Drop Duchy on Steam Deck. The article also touches on personal anecdotes about pet care and healthcare.
AI Yi-Yi!
Californians have filed a lawsuit against an AI tool that records doctor visits without explicit consent. The article from Ars Technica highlights concerns over patient privacy and the ethical implications of such technology in healthcare.
Epic's mass layoffs left a programmer with terminal brain cancer without life insurance, but Tim Sweeney says the company will "solve" the problem
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney stated the company will resolve an insurance issue for programmer Mike Prinke, who was laid off while battling terminal brain cancer and subsequently lost his life insurance. Prinke's wife, Jenni Griffin, highlighted the family's struggle to find new coverage due to his pre-existing condition. Sweeney apologized for the oversight and confirmed Epic is in contact with the family to provide a solution.
Fortnite Layoffs Included Dev With Terminal Brain Cancer
Epic Games recently laid off over 1,000 employees, including a programmer with terminal brain cancer whose family lost his life insurance. CEO Tim Sweeney has promised to resolve the insurance issue for the affected family. The company cited a downturn in Fortnite engagement and a need for cost savings as reasons for the extensive layoffs.
A programmer with terminal brain cancer was caught in Epic's mass layoff, but CEO Tim Sweeney says the studio…
Epic Games conducted mass layoffs affecting 1,000 employees, including technical writer Mike Prinke, who is undergoing treatment for terminal brain cancer. While Epic stated impacted staff would receive six months of paid healthcare, Prinke's situation highlights the critical loss of income and life insurance, leaving his family facing significant financial and medical challenges.
Alphabet no longer has a controlling stake in its life sciences business Verily
Alphabet's life sciences division, Verily, is restructuring and raising $300 million, changing its corporate structure to Verily Health Inc. This transition results in Alphabet holding a minority stake rather than a controlling interest in the business. The company will focus on Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, aiming to integrate clinical rigor with AI for personalized health solutions.