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.
Liverpool Street station surpasses Waterloo as the busiest station in Britain, thanks to the opening of the Elizabeth line and changing travel patterns.
Woman charged with stealing delivery van carrying 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts; incident raises questions about motives behind such a theft.
Indonesia’s president calls on military to assist farmers in planting rice amid severe drought and threat to food security.
The Tren Maya project in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is causing controversy due to its environmental impact and high cost.
Bull on train tracks disrupts New Jersey Transit, raises concerns about slaughterhouse security.
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).
Netflix’s crackdown on password-sharing led to a surge in sign-ups, with the streaming giant adding over 13.1 million subscriptions in the last quarter of 2022, the highest number since 2020.
India is seeking to secure valuable minerals from the depths of the ocean in its bid to contribute to a cleaner future.
Amazon Games cuts 180 jobs in gaming industry due to restructuring, following a trend of layoffs in the sector.
Nolan’s film adaptation of The Odyssey revives interest in Homer’s epic.
AI is revolutionizing cancer diagnosis, offering more accurate grading and personalized treatment for patients.
Blue whales, once decimated by whaling, have returned to the Seychelles, potentially using the region as a breeding ground, highlighting the importance of protected waters for their recovery.
Cambridge tech firm develops smart trap to detect bedbugs and alert hotels and travel companies.
AI technology at the Paris Olympics aims to uncover athletic talent in underserved communities worldwide.
El Salvador’s President Bukele celebrates as his Bitcoin reserve enters the black, but economists caution against premature celebration.
Fast-food chains are ramping up promotions to attract budget-conscious customers amid rising prices and declining sales.
Chinese AI disclosed dangerous information after bypassing safety measures.
A project in Mozambique is partnering with local communities to restore forests and combat deforestation.
The NFT market experiences a sharp downturn, leading to job redundancies and a drop in sales.
The American spacecraft, Peregrine One, experienced a propulsion fault that prevented a lunar touch-down, leading to its destruction over the Pacific Ocean.
Elon Musk’s Starlink aims to revolutionize Africa’s connectivity, bridging the digital divide with satellite internet.
