Scientists have captured unprecedented footage of a sperm whale giving birth off the coast of Dominica, revealing that the mother received cooperative assistance from ten other female whales during the delivery. This rare observation provides new insights into complex social support among non-human species.

The International Olympic Committee has decided to ban transgender women and those with differences in sexual development from women’s events at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, mandating a gene-screening test for eligibility. This move has drawn mixed reactions, with criticism from France and support from other nations.