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Hello, everyone! Welcome to ‘Just a Moment News.’ I’m your host, Erika, and today is June 1st, 2024. Let’s dive into some of today’s intriguing headlines and stories.

First up, the African National Congress, or ANC, has seen a significant drop in support in the recent election, now just over forty percent. This decline marks a pivotal moment for the party and its leadership. President Cyril Ramaphosa, in particular, faces a tough decision on whether to continue in his role amidst internal challenges. The party’s ability to form coalitions and govern effectively could hinge on these decisions, signaling a potentially unstable period ahead for the ANC.

Moving on to cybersecurity, Ticketmaster and Santander Bank have experienced massive data breaches, potentially affecting up to five hundred sixty million accounts. These breaches have been linked to compromised cloud storage accounts managed by Snowflake. The cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock suggests that these breaches could be the work of the hacking group ShinyHunters. This incident raises significant concerns about the security measures in place to protect sensitive data in cloud storage systems.

In the medical field, there’s promising news about a new drug for non-small cell lung cancer, known as lorlatinib. In a recent Phase 3 trial, lorlatinib significantly halted disease progression in advanced cases, showing a marked improvement over the current treatment option, crizotinib. This development could potentially improve survival rates for patients with this challenging condition.

In the entertainment industry, Fable Studio has launched a new streaming service platform called Showrunner, which allows viewers to create their own AI-generated shows. This platform, while currently limited to animation, represents a significant step in the integration of AI technology into content creation, sparking debates about the implications for traditional roles in the entertainment industry.

Meanwhile, Google DeepMind is making strides in understanding and ensuring the safety of AI creations. With competitors like OpenAI facing challenges, Google DeepMind’s approach to AI safety, combining human oversight with automated evaluations, highlights the ongoing need for robust safety measures as AI technologies continue to evolve.

In sports, the much-anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has been postponed due to a medical issue experienced by Tyson. The fight, originally scheduled for July 20, has been delayed to ensure both fighters can prepare adequately, emphasizing the importance of health and fairness in competitive sports.

Lastly, repairs on the Seacom submarine cable, which was damaged off the east coast of Africa, have reportedly been completed. This repair is crucial as it impacts internet connectivity across several regions, including East Africa and parts of South Africa. The cause of the damage, attributed to a trawler, underscores the vulnerabilities in undersea cable infrastructure.

That wraps up our news for today. Thank you for tuning in to ‘Just a Moment News.’ I’m Erika, and we’ll see you next time with more updates and stories. Stay informed and take care!

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