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Meta introduced a policy on January 15 allowing only its Meta AI assistant on WhatsApp, before subsequently amending it in ​March, saying rivals could ...

Meta is firing back at a January lawsuit that alleged WhatsApp never supported end-to-end encryption, arguing the plaintiff’s claims are unraveling. In a Monday court filing, Meta says it has spent months "proactively engaged" with the plaintiffs on why the allegations are baseless. The lawsuit comes from a group of users based in countries such as Australia, Mexico, and South Africa, who cite “courageous whistleblowers” who allege Meta has “unlimited access” to WhatsApp’s encrypted messages.  With end-to-end encryption, Meta itself can’t view any user messages. So, if true, the sensational claims would undermine a core privacy feature of WhatsApp. The problem is that the lawsuit never offered any technical details to back up its allegations; instead, it merely claimed Meta had an internal system to easily view users' WhatsApp messages. When the lawsuit was first filed, Meta was quick to dismiss the allegations as “categorically false and absurd.” In the Monday filing, the company revealed it’s been pushing the plaintiffs and their lawyers to withdraw the case, arguing the “so-called ‘whistleblowers’ behind the complaint are confused, deeply misinformed, or acting in bad faith.” Meta went so far as to offer “sworn declarations from two WhatsApp employees,” confirming under penalty of perjury

WhatsApp has begun the process of removing its personalized avatar feature after data indicated that the vast majority of its global user base was not utilizing the tool. The discontinuation marks a shift in the platform’s development strategy, moving away from stylized digital personas to focus on more utility-driven updates.   The removal of the avatar system is being implemented in stages. Users are currently losing access to creation and editing tools through “waves” of updates. According to reports from WABetaInfo , individuals who still have the feature active are beginning to see notifications within their application settings. These alerts warn that the system will soon permanently delete profile avatars and disable the associated toolkit.   The impact on the user interface is comprehensive. The changes include:   Settings Menu:  The dedicated “Avatar” section is being purged.   Profile Views:  The toggle that allowed users to switch between a standard profile photo and an animated avatar is being removed.   Keyboard Integration:  The entry point for generating and sending avatar-based stickers is disappearing from the chat interface.   Impact on Existing Content   While the ability to generate new personalized stickers or edit existing characters is being revoked, there is a minor silver lining for fans of the feature. Avatar stickers that have already been sent  in previous conversations will not be deleted. These remains can still be accessed and reused if they are saved in a user’s “Recent” or “Favorites” stickers tab.   Future Development Priorities   Although Meta has not issued an official public statement regarding the specific metrics behind this decision, the move suggests a realignment of resources. By sunsetting the underused avatar feature

If you have ever created an avatar for your WhatsApp profile, you should know the feature is being deleted altogether. Avatars are being removed from the WhatsApp feature list, starting with the ability to edit. The news comes courtesy of WABetaInfo , which notes users are seeing a new info card in the WhatsApp app with a notice of Meta’s removal. The card also explains that avatars will be removed from WhatsApp profiles in a coming update. WhatsApp’s miniature versions of users have been around since late 2022, but the recent notice from Meta would indicate the feature isn’t being prioritized going forward. WhatsApp profiles generally showcase profile photos first, with an avatar accessible if the user has one created. The feature was a product of Meta’s push for VR visuals, mirroring the avatars available for Quest users. The feature extended to stickers, too. Those are being removed in addition to the profile avatars, but timing is unclear. Meta hasn’t disclosed the full timeline for the feature’s removal, but it’s been reported that many users are seeing the warning in-app. When the full removal happens, users will not be able to create, edit, or share avatars with others. Beyond avatars

By Bezawit Assefa The Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) had a five-day Mid-Life Formation Workshop for Consecrated Women at the Mojo Consolata Spiritual Center in Ethiopia. The workshop brought together more than 40 religious sisters representing over 18 congregations from across the country, marking a significant moment of renewal and collaboration within consecrated life in Ethiopia. Organized by ACWECA in close collaboration with the Association of Consecrated Women in Ethiopia (ACWET), the program is part of ACWECA’s ongoing commitment to initial and ongoing formation of consecrated women in the region. The workshop responds specifically to the needs and challenges faced by women religious in mid-life, offering a dedicated space for reflection, healing, learning, and recommitment to vocation and mission. The formation program is grounded in a holistic and transformative approach, addressing the spiritual, emotional, psychological, and intellectual dimensions of religious life. Through conferences, group discussions, prayer, and shared reflection, participants are encouraged to deepen self-awareness, reconnect with their call, and rediscover meaning and vitality in their consecrated commitment. Facilitators from across the region, including Sr. Christine Wairimu Mwangi and Sr. Grace Yangi Dilla Jaber, underscore regional solidarity and shared learning. The workshop program covers a

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This story was originally published by ProPublica. As an asylum-seeker living in the U.S., Jasmir Urbina worried as she watched violence break out amid the military-style immigration sweeps across the country. Then she read about legal residents being arrested at immigration court and wondered when federal agents would set their sights on her city. Urbina had fled Nicaragua in 2022 and legally resided with her husband, a fellow asylum-seeker, in New Orleans while reporting to immigration agents for check-ins as she awaited her day in court. Finally, the date was approaching in late November 2025. Days later, the Trump administration would flood the region with federal officers in “Operation Swamp Sweep.” Urbina, 35, began searching for a Spanish speaker who could help her, and said she stumbled on a Facebook post advertising the services of Catholic Charities, a prominent aid organization whose services include assisting immigrants. After a few clicks, she connected via WhatsApp with “Susan Millan,” who claimed to have a law degree. The woman’s photo looked professional, showing a small library in the blurry background, according to a screenshot Urbina shared with ProPublica. The asylum-seeker said she discussed her predicament with the woman she thought was an attorney.

Kaushambi: A 22-year-old female patient has been at the centre of a serious privacy breach after objectionable photographs allegedly taken during her surgery at a government-run autonomous state medical college in Uttar Pradesh's Kaushambi were circulated on WhatsApp groups linked to officials and media personnel. The incident came to light following intervention by a member of the State Women’s Commission, prompting swift police action and an internal probe. Also Read:Rajkot BHMS doctor arrested for allegedly filming colleague with hidden camera, demanding Rs 25 lakh Speaking to Hindustan Times, Satyanarayan Prajapat, superintendent of police (SP), termed the matter serious and assigned the probe to Shivank Singh, deputy superintendent of police (DSP) (Manjhanpur). “Strict action will be taken against those found guilty. No one will be spared,” he said. According to news reports, the woman was admitted to the gynaecology department on April 26 and underwent surgery for a Bartholin cyst. The procedure, which involved excision and marsupialisation, was conducted under the supervision of senior doctors. The controversy erupted after photographs allegedly taken during the operation surfaced in WhatsApp groups. The images reportedly showed the patient’s face and private parts, sparking widespread concern over privacy violations and professional misconduct. Women’s groups and