Researchers at Columbia University have developed an AI tool that can identify whether fingerprints from different fingers belong to the same person with 75-90% accuracy, challenging the belief that each fingerprint is completely unique.
Ancient city discovered in Amazon rainforest challenges previous beliefs about human settlements in the region, highlighting the complexity of ancient Amazonian cultures.
The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.
Rare albino Omura’s whale sighted off the coast of Phuket, sparking a search for more.
Floods wreak havoc in Kinshasa as the River Congo reaches its highest level in six decades.
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest drops by 50% in 2023, the lowest in five years.
UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q3, putting country at risk of recession; economists expect subdued growth throughout 2024.
Scientists discover five new species of soft-furred hedgehogs in South East Asia, highlighting the importance of protecting rainforest ecosystems.
The Amazon rainforest is facing a tipping point due to deforestation and climate change, with the worst drought on record in 2023 serving as a warning sign.
Colombia’s new regulations promote renewable energy production among local communities and indigenous groups, empowering them to participate in the energy sector and reduce reliance on large hydroelectric dams.
The paiche, a giant freshwater fish, poses a threat to native fish stocks in the Bolivian Amazon, but has become a lucrative catch for local fishermen.
Swedish start-up Modvion has built the world’s tallest wooden wind turbine tower, standing at 150m (492ft) tall, with the goal of producing 100 wooden modular turbines per year by 2027.
Nasa successfully beams ultra high-definition video of cat from deep space using laser technology.
Driverless cars could be on UK roads by the end of 2026, according to the UK transport secretary, Mark Harper, who emphasized the importance of a proper safety regime and people’s confidence in the technology.
Over 700 staff members at Airbus Atlantic in France fell ill after the company’s Christmas dinner, prompting an investigation into the cause of the mass food poisoning.
Retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction (R-CPD), or “no burp syndrome,” negatively impacts the quality of life of sufferers, causing embarrassment, anxiety, and depression, yet it is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed by doctors, highlighting the need for more awareness and research into the condition.
Takashimaya, a luxury department store in Japan, has apologized for delivering 807 collapsed strawberry Christmas cakes out of the 2,900 that were ordered, sparking a social media backlash.
Great white sharks have returned to Cape Town’s beaches after four years, prompting the deployment of a team of professional shark spotters to ensure safety for both sharks and people.
Plane gets stuck under a bridge in India, local truck drivers help free it.
Venice implements new rules to combat mass tourism, including a ban on loudspeakers and large tourist groups.
China is conducting a trial of visa-free travel for citizens from six countries, aiming to promote international travel and business exchanges.
Hikers in Germany reported as illegal migrants, sparking debate on treatment of minorities.
Shipping firm AP Moller-Maersk is set to cut 3,500 more jobs due to lower freight rates and demand, signaling a slowdown in the global economy.
Elon Musk predicts AI will eliminate work, warns about humanoid robots chasing people, and highlights AI’s potential benefits and disruptive force.
Tesla’s cybertruck faces challenges in the US truck market, but has over one million reservations.
The FSA warns of peanut contamination in mustard products, urging caution and thorough label-checking.
Microsoft’s Xbox is expanding its gaming strategy by making four video games available on alternative platforms, recognizing the changing landscape of gaming and the desire for accessibility.
Political action in Brazil and Colombia has led to a decline in tree loss, but global deforestation rates remain high.
Mnemba Island’s coral reef has been successfully restored through a conservation project, thanks to collaboration between the local community, sustainable tourism group &Beyond, the Africa Foundation, and the Zanzibar government.
The race to exploit the Moon’s resources raises questions about ownership and the need for international cooperation.
Melting Arctic sea ice is causing polar bears to starve and rapidly lose weight.
Researchers at Columbia University have developed an AI tool that can identify whether fingerprints from different fingers belong to the same person with 75-90% accuracy, challenging the belief that each fingerprint is completely unique.
A legal feud over butter chicken’s origins pits Delhi’s rival restaurants against each other.
Tesla’s decline in deliveries in the first quarter of 2024 has been described as a “disaster” for the company, with factors such as a fire at its European factory and weakened demand in key markets contributing to the decline.
Fishermen are turning to technology to reduce bycatch and increase efficiency, with promising results.
