2023 is on track to be the hottest year on record, with high sea temperatures, low Antarctic sea-ice levels, and extreme weather events occurring worldwide.
YouTube’s experimental AI tool, Dream Track, lets users imitate the voices of popular artists like Demi Lovato and John Legend, while the company also announced other AI music projects, including a tool that creates instrumentals based on a melody hummed by artists.
Small businesses in the UK are turning to technology, such as alarm systems and cameras, to deter thieves as shoplifting continues to rise, costing retailers billions of pounds; however, financial constraints make it challenging for small businesses to invest in high-tech security measures.
UK workers are increasingly struggling with ill-health that is impacting their ability to work, with 12% of people in employment having a “work-limiting” condition, according to a recent analysis by the Health Foundation.
Tech giants face a major lawsuit as families claim they knowingly expose children to harmful products, with one plaintiff sharing their personal experience of addiction and harm caused by social media.
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.
Captain Don Walsh, the first person to descend to the Mariana Trench, passes away at 92.
Liberian President George Weah’s concession of defeat in the presidential race is hailed as a mark of statesmanship and peace, setting a precedent for other African countries.
13-year-old Canadian boy, Maximus Trest, takes a year off school to develop his own PlayStation 5 game, Astrolander, with the support of the PlayStation team.
Moldovan president’s dog bites Austrian president’s hand during walk, sparking discussion on pet etiquette.
Colombian pop star Shakira settles tax fraud case with Spanish prosecutors, paying a €7.5m fine.
SpaceX’s successful second test flight of its Starship rocket shows significant progress in its development, despite technical issues that cut the flight short.
US and China agree to address climate change by increasing cooperation on reducing methane emissions and supporting renewable energy, but do not commit to ending fossil fuel use.
AI is revolutionizing manufacturing by increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and improving product quality.
Starbucks workers plan walkout on busy day, demanding fair pay and improved work conditions.
Boeing 747 cargo jet forced to turn back after horse escapes stall mid-flight.
The south-western peninsula of Iceland could face decades of volcanic instability, with the small fishing town of Grindavik already evacuated due to earthquakes and fears of an impending eruption.
AI can predict hurricane landfall earlier and more accurately than traditional methods, but climate change may pose challenges.
YouTuber Tom Kelsey left his job to play Football Manager full time and now earns double his previous salary.
Nepal bans TikTok, citing its detrimental impact on social harmony and spreading malicious content.
Insect farming companies are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to lower costs and maximize production, but some aspects of the process still require a hands-on approach.
Seabed mining is a contentious issue, with concerns about its environmental impact leading some countries to oppose it.
IT crises can lead to chaos, as seen with the airline industry’s global disruption due to a botched software update, emphasizing the need for manual processes as backups.
The development of ultra-flat mirrors by Zeiss in Germany is revolutionizing the semiconductor industry.
Nissan announces £2 billion investment to build three electric car models in the UK, preserving thousands of jobs.
Daylesford Organic has issued a recall for some of its crispbreads and biscuits due to potential contamination with moth larvae, highlighting the importance of rigorous quality control measures in the food industry.
Major online companies form coalition to combat fake reviews, sharing information and best practices to deter fraudsters.
Chinese electric car maker BYD is emerging as a strong competitor to Tesla, with its shares jumping after it announced expected third-quarter profits to more than double compared to last year.
London-based start-up Karshare, a car-sharing platform similar to Airbnb, faced multiple challenges including the impact of Covid-19, geopolitical conflicts, and criminal activity, highlighting the need for start-ups in the sharing economy to anticipate vulnerabilities in their systems. Despite the setbacks, founder Andy Hibbert remains resilient and is exploring new opportunities in sustainable farming technology.
Uber’s CEO urges patience for electric rides, emphasizing environmental benefits and the need for government support.
Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori released from prison after serving 15 years for corruption and human rights violations.
Jinny Kim, a pioneer in the K-beauty industry, has brought the K-beauty phenomenon to the UK and treated many celebrities and supermodels.
The UK’s only giant pandas, Tian Tian and Yang Guang, are returning to China after 12 years in Edinburgh without producing any offspring.
A Tulsa dog sparked a house fire, highlighting the dangers of pets and household electronics.
Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.
