Fortnite and Lego have teamed up to create a new survival game mode, combining the popular block-building elements of Minecraft with Fortnite’s gameplay, in an effort to attract a wider range of players.
Tincy Jose, a nurse diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, has turned her journey into a calling to support and encourage others with the condition.
The Dendrobium orchid, known as the God Flower, is disappearing in Taiwan due to climate change, leaving the indigenous Tsou people worried about their traditions.
Celine Sandberg is using unconventional materials like crushed oyster shells and seaweed to create sustainable furniture and reduce plastic waste in the industry.
Two men arrested in France for scamming elderly people by posing as health officials and overcharging for unnecessary bedbug treatments.
UK property expert Rob Dix has created a digital clone of himself using AI software to answer questions and take on some of his workload, joining a growing trend of individuals using AI clones to scale their availability and provide instant responses to followers or clients.
Sony’s partnership with accessibility experts has resulted in the release of the Access Controller, a customizable PlayStation 5 controller designed specifically for disabled gamers.
El Salvador’s President Bukele celebrates as his Bitcoin reserve enters the black, but economists caution against premature celebration.
Google’s new AI model, Gemini, boasts advanced reasoning capabilities and outperforms human experts in intelligence tests, setting a new standard in generative AI.
BBC investigation reveals that OpenAI’s ChatGPT tool can be used to create tools for cybercrime, highlighting concerns about the potential abuse of AI.
Cash use in the UK has increased for the first time in a decade, with 19% of purchases made with cash last year, as shoppers become more budget-conscious due to rising prices, according to the British Retail Consortium.
The apple industry in Indian-administered Kashmir is facing a crisis due to fungal scab, climate change, economic hurdles, and the influx of imported apples, leading to a decline in quality and quantity and impacting the local economy.
BTS urges fans not to show up at army camps during their military service, showing responsibility and concern for others.
Taylor Swift, named Time Magazine’s person of the year for 2023, continues to dominate the music industry with her record-breaking tour and successful albums, solidifying her status as a generational talent.
Ohio woman convicted of assault for throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle worker sentenced to work at a fast-food job for two months.
Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori released from prison after serving 15 years for corruption and human rights violations.
COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.
Record number of young women enrolling in agriculture courses, signaling a positive future for the industry.
Scientists are using insect surveillance and climate forecasts to fight climate-fuelled diseases, developing prediction tools to understand how changes in climate and land-use impact insect-borne diseases and deliver early warning systems to help communities prepare and prevent the spread of diseases.
SpaceX’s successful second test flight of its Starship rocket shows significant progress in its development, despite technical issues that cut the flight short.
Amazon’s new chatbot, Q, powered by artificial intelligence, aims to boost productivity for businesses by assisting with tasks such as document summarization and data analysis, while also addressing copyright concerns.
Sweden’s rise in billionaires can be attributed to its thriving tech scene, low interest rates, and tax policies that favor the wealthy, but there is a lack of public debate about the inequality it represents.
Asia’s winners of the Earthshot Prize are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to repair the planet, from developing metal dryers to combat crop waste to creating eco-friendly lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
Surgeons in New York perform world’s first complete eye transplant, offering hope for vision restoration.
Charlie Munger, trusted confidante of Warren Buffett, passes away at 99, leaving a lasting legacy in the investment community.
A newly discovered lunar cave could revolutionize human habitation on the Moon and beyond.
44% of the UK population was under-vaccinated against Covid-19 in summer 2022, with younger people being the most likely to skip doses, according to a study published in The Lancet.
AI is being used to accelerate the search for non-animal alternatives in scientific testing, providing more accurate results and potentially ending animal testing.
The departure of the beloved giant pandas from the US marks the end of a cherished era.
The number of surviving Apollo astronauts is dwindling, with only eight individuals remaining who have voyaged beyond Earth orbit.
Nepal bans TikTok, citing its detrimental impact on social harmony and spreading malicious content.
Researchers may have discovered why some people experience headaches after drinking red wine, suggesting that a compound called quercetin found in red grapes may interfere with how the body metabolizes alcohol.
Developers fear AI’s rise may threaten jobs and diminish the unique creativity in gaming.
Researcher Ihab Ahmed tests small jet engine on sustainable aviation fuels, reducing carbon footprint effectively.
