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Google-Backed Firm's Plan to Release Millions of Modified Mosquitoes Sparks Outrage

Verily, an Alphabet subsidiary, plans to release millions of lab-bred, bacteria-infected mosquitoes in the US, including a large-scale experiment, to curb the spread of deadly viral diseases. This ambitious but highly controversial proposal has sparked significant public outrage and intense concern in the U.S. over potential dangers and ethical implications.

2 Jun, 19:16 — 2 Jun, 19:16
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