
Boohoo Mislabels Clothes Made in South Asia
Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo has been found to have mislabelled clothes made in South Asia as “Made in the UK,” raising concerns about inspection and consumer deception.


Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo has been found to have mislabelled clothes made in South Asia as “Made in the UK,” raising concerns about inspection and consumer deception.

Jinny Kim, a pioneer in the K-beauty industry, has brought the K-beauty phenomenon to the UK and treated many celebrities and supermodels.

Protests in Bengaluru demand that billboards be written in Kannada, reflecting long-standing linguistic nationalism in the city.

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.

Rat and mouse plague hits fishing towns in Queensland, causing havoc and concern for residents.

Guinea pigs living in a luxury shed with air conditioning and room service have become TikTok stars, capturing the hearts of millions of viewers.

Four suspects staged bear attacks for insurance fraud, costing companies over $141,000.

The battle over the ‘Holy Grail’ of shipwrecks, the Spanish galleon San José, rages on.

Italian car company fined $6.4 million for falsely branding Chinese-made vehicles as Italian.

The glass container industry is undergoing a sustainability revolution, considering the switch to electric furnaces and exploring ways to reduce carbon emissions.

First Bus in the UK is using AI to improve punctuality and tackle “bus bunching,” resulting in a 20% improvement during peak periods.

Virtual reality is transforming fire investigation training, enhancing analysis and understanding of fire behavior.

Delhi government considers cloud seeding to combat air pollution, but experts question its effectiveness and long-term impact.

The oceans have reached their highest recorded temperature, surpassing the previous record set in 2016, according to the EU’s climate change service Copernicus.

The FSA warns of peanut contamination in mustard products, urging caution and thorough label-checking.

Elon Musk’s offer to pay for a cancelled order at a small bakery in San Jose, California, was met with overwhelming support from the community, although the bakery was unable to fulfill Tesla’s new order due to the influx of business.

AI therapist bots, like the popular Psychologist bot, are providing comfort and support to millions of users who find the text format of communication less daunting and more accessible than traditional therapy.

Students at Media City’s University Technical College recently participated in a project that required them to give up their smartphones and use basic Nokia handsets instead, highlighting the dependence and reliance that many young people have on their smartphones.

TikTok suspends online shopping service in Indonesia to comply with new regulations protecting local retailers.