Pets and Household Hazards: A Cautionary Tale
A Tulsa dog sparked a house fire, highlighting the dangers of pets and household electronics.
A Tulsa dog sparked a house fire, highlighting the dangers of pets and household electronics.
San Diego’s giant pandas symbolize wildlife conservation and strengthen international ties through panda diplomacy.
Japan warns of heightened earthquake risk, urging vigilance after a recent 7.1 magnitude quake.
Astronauts face unexpected extended stay on ISS due to Boeing Starliner issues, considering alternative return options.
The race to exploit the Moon’s resources raises questions about ownership and the need for international cooperation.
Drones capture footage of humpback whales’ acrobatic feeding techniques, shedding light on their recovery and size changes.
Wild chimpanzees in Uganda have been observed eating plants with pain-relieving and antibacterial properties, potentially offering insights into new medicines.
AI is being used to accelerate the search for non-animal alternatives in scientific testing, providing more accurate results and potentially ending animal testing.
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.
Wells Fargo fires employees for faking keyboard activity, highlighting challenges in monitoring remote workers.
McDonald’s removes AI ordering technology after viral videos show comical mishaps and bizarre orders.
Booking.com warns of rising travel scams fueled by AI, urging two-factor authentication and vigilance against phishing attacks.
Starbucks struggles with price hikes, boycotts, and protests, leading to a 3% drop in sales in the US market.
The rise in demand for electricity from data centers, AI, and cryptocurrency is driving the exploration of neuromorphic computers, which imitate the brain’s structure and function, offering potential gains in energy efficiency and performance.
Telecoms firms are embracing AI to manage network demands and improve customer service, with the potential to democratise access to specialist tools and make networks more efficient and environmentally friendly.
Italian car company fined $6.4 million for falsely branding Chinese-made vehicles as Italian.
US states consider banning smartphones in schools due to concerns over children’s dependency and negative effects on mental health.
Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.
Mnemba Island’s coral reef has been successfully restored through a conservation project, thanks to collaboration between the local community, sustainable tourism group &Beyond, the Africa Foundation, and the Zanzibar government.
Hiker rescued after 10 days in California mountains, surviving on water from his boot and wild berries.
Tesla’s cybertruck faces challenges in the US truck market, but has over one million reservations.
Woman charged with stealing delivery van carrying 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts; incident raises questions about motives behind such a theft.
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.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expresses confidence in AI safety and highlights collaboration with Singapore government.
Nestlé’s decision to discontinue the iconic Caramac bar has left fans devastated and nostalgic.
Captain Don Walsh, the first person to descend to the Mariana Trench, passes away at 92.
Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.
Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.
The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.
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.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink is recruiting participants for its first human trial, aiming to connect human brains to computers and allow individuals with paralysis to control a computer cursor or type using their thoughts, but faces competition from other companies in the field.
Dog Teasel surprises owner by caring for abandoned kittens, showing maternal instincts and fostering them.
First Bus in the UK is using AI to improve punctuality and tackle “bus bunching,” resulting in a 20% improvement during peak periods.
Google’s new AI model, Gemini, boasts advanced reasoning capabilities and outperforms human experts in intelligence tests, setting a new standard in generative AI.
Jared Leto’s daring climb of the Empire State Building has generated significant attention for his band.