
Rollercoaster at Universal Studios Japan stops mid-air
Rollercoaster at Universal Studios Japan comes to emergency stop, leaving riders dangling mid-air.


Rollercoaster at Universal Studios Japan comes to emergency stop, leaving riders dangling mid-air.

Archbishop of Canterbury forgets words during rehearsal for King’s Coronation, King Charles finds it amusing.

Skier narrowly avoids collision with bear on Lake Tahoe slopes, reminding us to respect wildlife.

AI image recognition apps like HappyWhale, Merlin Bird ID, and iNaturalist are not only helping users identify and learn about wildlife, but also contributing to conservation efforts by tracking populations and raising awareness about declining species.

Netflix has released viewer data on 99% of its catalogue for the first time, revealing that users around the world spent 812 million hours watching the political thriller The Night Agent, making it the most viewed show in the first half of this year.

Motorists on the Staten Island Expressway in New York came together to save a runaway chihuahua, highlighting the power of community and compassion.

Carlos Vasquez, a blind professional gamer, uses his hearing to compete in Mortal Kombat tournaments, showcasing the potential for accessibility in gaming.

The world is approaching ‘peak’ fossil fuels, with global demand expected to decline, but the transition to clean energy needs to happen faster to address the urgency of the climate crisis.

A remarkably well-preserved pliosaur skull, one of the most complete ever found, provides new insights into this ancient predator’s behavior and anatomy.

Starting your fitness journey in December or late autumn can be more effective and less intimidating than waiting until January, as the slower pace of the season and less crowded gyms can provide a more comfortable environment to build healthy habits and confidence.

McDonald’s new retro-themed drinks brand, CosMc’s, has been a hit with customers, attracting long queues and tapping into the market for trendy beverages.

Divers in the Turks and Caicos Islands are using antibiotics to save sick corals from the deadliest coral sickness ever recorded, stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD).

75-million-year-old tyrannosaur fossil reveals that juvenile tyrannosaurs had a more selective and dissecting feeding strategy compared to adults.

A white alligator, one of only seven in the world, has been born at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, leaving experts amazed.

The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence, including safeguards and limitations on its use by law enforcement agencies.

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery aims to achieve energy self-sufficiency by producing its own refined oil, reducing costs and reliance on imports.

Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.

Baldur’s Gate 3 wins Game of the Year at the Game Awards 2023, while the event faces criticism for not highlighting job cuts in the industry.

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.

A white alligator, one of only seven in the world, has been born at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, leaving experts amazed.

A major storm system hits central US, bringing tornadoes, heavy rain, and golf ball-sized hail.

The Arctic World Archive safeguards vital data in a remote vault, ensuring preservation for future generations.

A new monkey species with distinctive orange lips was discovered in DR Congo.

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.

New Zealand politician Rawiri Waititi breaks protocol by performing a Maori haka before swearing an oath to King Charles, highlighting the ongoing struggle for recognition and representation of indigenous cultures in the country’s political landscape.

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.

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.

Meta’s new chatbots for Messenger will have “personality” and specialize in specific subjects, as the chatbot arms race among tech companies continues.

Sir Demis Hassabis, co-founder and CEO of Google’s DeepMind, believes that video games can boost creativity in young people and encourages parents to support their children’s creative use of technology.

Fake robocalls impersonating President Biden have been circulating in New Hampshire, urging voters to skip the primary election, prompting an investigation to determine the source.

Liam and Olivia dominate baby names in 2024, reflecting cultural diversity and rising birthrates.

Vishal Jaiswal’s drone mapping of the Sundarbans showcases the vital role of technology in conservation.

David Holmes, the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films, reflects on his life-changing accident and the importance of friendship and resilience in his documentary, hoping to inspire others to embrace challenges and find strength in difficult times.

Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.