Climate Change Could Increase Lightning Strikes, Threatening Forests
Climate change could lead to more lightning strikes in northern forests, increasing wildfire risk.
Climate change could lead to more lightning strikes in northern forests, increasing wildfire risk.
Tech entrepreneur Ian Leaman faced a costly challenge securing the domain name for his new AI start-up.
The co-working industry is shifting to focus on local communities, benefiting workers and towns alike.
Nintendo and Sony Pictures team up for a live-action film based on The Legend of Zelda.
Nestlé’s decision to discontinue the iconic Caramac bar has left fans devastated and nostalgic.
EU legal adviser recommends overturning ruling allowing Apple to avoid €13 billion in back taxes.
Booths is removing self-service tills to prioritize a better customer experience with human staff.
Groundbreaking implant restores ability to walk for man with advanced Parkinson’s disease, offering hope for others.
The NFT market experiences a sharp downturn, leading to job redundancies and a drop in sales.
Historic World War Two-era blimp hangar in Tustin, California, engulfed in flames, causing significant damage.
The departure of the beloved giant pandas from the US marks the end of a cherished era.
Drone footage captures the birth of a new island after a volcanic eruption in Japan.
Australia’s historic pact with Tuvalu offers refuge to citizens threatened by climate change impacts.
Surgeons in New York perform world’s first complete eye transplant, offering hope for vision restoration.
Scientists capture first-ever footage of the Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna, proving it’s not extinct.
The FDA approves the world’s first chikungunya vaccine, marking a significant milestone in global health.
Hikers in Germany reported as illegal migrants, sparking debate on treatment of minorities.
Jared Leto’s daring climb of the Empire State Building has generated significant attention for his band.
Luminance Autopilot aims to revolutionize contract negotiation by using AI to streamline the process.
Adam Neumann’s rise and fall with WeWork is a cautionary tale of ambition and hubris.
Japan Airlines appoints first female president, Mitsuko Tottori, aiming to inspire women in leadership roles.
UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q3, putting country at risk of recession; economists expect subdued growth throughout 2024.
The UK government aims to introduce pilotless flying taxis by 2030, but infrastructure and public acceptance are major hurdles.
Households in the UK are hoarding unused electricals and broken tech, with over 880 million items estimated to be held in homes, prompting calls for increased recycling and reducing electronic waste.
AI is revolutionizing the search for extraterrestrial life, helping scientists process massive amounts of data and identify potential alien signals.
Weakening currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa drive up cost of living, impacting businesses and consumers.
Over 100 activists arrested in Australia’s largest coal port blockade, demanding climate action and fossil fuel project cancellations.
Cambridge tech firm develops smart trap to detect bedbugs and alert hotels and travel companies.
Tamagotchi’s global sales double as it makes a nostalgic yet modern comeback, appealing to all ages.
Search queries related to “climate anxiety” have increased 27 times in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2017, with women being more affected than men, according to data gathered by Google and shared exclusively with BBC 100 Women.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage offers an authentic experience with Arabic dialogue and a focus on 9th Century Baghdad.
The Lemon Festival in Menton celebrates the Olympics with giant citrus sculptures, attracting thousands of visitors.
Air France, Lufthansa, and Etihad have had their ads banned in the UK for misleading consumers about their environmental impact.
Wind turbine destroyed by fire in Iowa due to lack of equipment for emergency workers to reach the top.
Ice rescue instructor and his wife capture stunning footage of themselves skating on a rare “ice window” in Alaska’s Alpine lakes, showcasing the beauty and rarity of this natural phenomenon.