Elon Musk predicts AI will eliminate work, warns about humanoid robots chasing people, and highlights AI’s potential benefits and disruptive force.
Jimmy Cooper, an 80-year-old nurse, has no plans to retire and finds his job in the intensive care unit very satisfying.
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in the San Francisco Bay area next week, with the goal of managing competition and preventing conflict between the two countries.
The debate over working hours in India sparks discussions on productivity, work-life balance, and employee well-being.
Woman arrested after breaching security at Canberra airport by running up to a plane on the tarmac.
Queen Camilla’s visit to Kenya showcased her engagement with local culture and her support for wildlife conservation efforts.
Car crash in Canada leads to hour-long fireworks show after a lorry carrying fireworks ignites.
Storm Ciarán wreaks havoc in Tuscany, Italy, causing severe flooding and prompting the deployment of the army.
Shipping firm AP Moller-Maersk is set to cut 3,500 more jobs due to lower freight rates and demand, signaling a slowdown in the global economy.
Study warns of potential collapse of Gulf Stream system, but scientists express skepticism about the claim.
TikTok suspends online shopping service in Indonesia to comply with new regulations protecting local retailers.
The Biomimicry Institute is developing a project called Design for Decomposition to find natural ways to break down waste polyester and nylon, aiming to create biocompatible materials and reduce waste in the fashion industry.
Bristol’s technology festival showcases innovative ideas, including socks that detect Alzheimer’s and electrified lateral flow tests.
Prada collaborates with Axiom Space to design space suits for NASA’s Moon mission, combining fashion and technology.
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.
Microsoft’s new AI assistant, Microsoft 365 Copilot, can attend meetings, draft emails, and create presentations, but concerns about job displacement and reliance on AI remain.
Meta’s new Quest 3 VR headset aims to reduce motion sickness by offering a mixed reality experience that combines virtual elements with the real world.
Meta’s new chatbots for Messenger will have “personality” and specialize in specific subjects, as the chatbot arms race among tech companies continues.
Cambridge tech firm develops smart trap to detect bedbugs and alert hotels and travel companies.
Google’s president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Matt Brittin, stresses the importance of responsible development in AI technology, as the company partners with the University of Cambridge to establish the Centre for Human-Inspired AI, focusing on areas such as robotics, healthcare, and climate change.
AI technology at the Paris Olympics aims to uncover athletic talent in underserved communities worldwide.
UK economy faces slower growth and delayed recovery of living standards, according to OBR forecasts.
The US government has issued its first-ever fine for space junk to Dish Network, highlighting the increasing concern over the growing amount of debris in orbit.
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.
Japan’s cabinet approves export of new fighter jets, marking a departure from its pacifist policies.
Groundbreaking research on microRNAs by US scientists Ambros and Ruvkun sheds light on gene regulation.
Astronauts face unexpected extended stay on ISS due to Boeing Starliner issues, considering alternative return options.
The co-working industry is shifting to focus on local communities, benefiting workers and towns alike.
Former climate change skeptic Sarah Ott shares her journey from doubt to advocacy, emphasizing the power of education and understanding.
Microsoft and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have used AI and supercomputing to discover a new material that could reduce the use of lithium in batteries by up to 70%, potentially solving the looming lithium shortage and environmental concerns.
Scientists discover liquid water reservoir on Mars, deep within the rocky crust, revolutionizing understanding of the planet.
Ohio woman convicted of assault for throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle worker sentenced to work at a fast-food job for two months.
Apple settles a lawsuit for $95 million over alleged eavesdropping via Siri, avoiding trial risks.
2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, with October experiencing “exceptional” high temperatures.
Republican Senator Chuck Grassley has gained the nickname “ultimate matchmaker” after 20 of his staff members got married after meeting in his office, sparking both congratulations and criticism.
