
AI Named Collins Dictionary Word of the Year 2023
Collins Dictionary has named “AI” as the word of the year for 2023, reflecting the widespread conversations and debates surrounding artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society.


Collins Dictionary has named “AI” as the word of the year for 2023, reflecting the widespread conversations and debates surrounding artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society.

Founder of Humble Crumble, Kim Innes, shares her business advice and the pivotal role of pumpkins.

AI is revolutionizing cancer diagnosis, offering more accurate grading and personalized treatment for patients.

Musicians Chris Roberts and Seth Bye of Filkins Drift walked 870 miles around Wales for sustainable touring.

Marine Conservation Society survey reveals 32% increase in UK jellyfish sightings due to climate change.

Five-year-old girl’s tragic death prompts mother to advocate for safer streets and vehicles.

Fishermen are turning to technology to reduce bycatch and increase efficiency, with promising results.

Pope Francis supports “Code with Pope” project to provide free coding education for children.

Berkeley Yeast modifies yeast for beer flavors, while Carlsberg focuses on traditional breeding methods.

Apple’s sales have continued to decline, with revenues dipping 1% to $89.5bn in the three months.

Heavy rainfall and cost of living pressures led to a 5.7% drop in foot traffic in the UK.

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.

A white alligator, one of only seven in the world, has been born at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, leaving experts amazed.

White alligator undergoes successful surgery to remove 70 coins swallowed by visitors at Omaha zoo.

A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.

Elon Musk visits Beijing to discuss bringing Full Self Driving to Tesla cars in China, amid competition and challenges.

The U.S. struggles with high-speed rail, lagging behind global leaders despite emerging projects and challenges.

Ethiopia’s Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has recovered $10 million of the $14 million lost in a technical glitch, with customers voluntarily returning the funds, but those who don’t return the money will face criminal charges.

Jezebel, the feminist news site, has been sold to Paste Media and plans to relaunch soon.

New research reveals that the true colors of Neptune and Uranus are actually similar shades of greenish blue, contrary to previous understanding.

Tincy Jose, a nurse diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, has turned her journey into a calling to support and encourage others with the condition.

The Arctic World Archive safeguards vital data in a remote vault, ensuring preservation for future generations.

AI managers enhance productivity and teamwork, but human oversight remains vital for employee connection.

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.

Driverless cars could be on UK roads by the end of 2026, according to the UK transport secretary, Mark Harper, who emphasized the importance of a proper safety regime and people’s confidence in the technology.

YouTuber Tom Kelsey left his job to play Football Manager full time and now earns double his previous salary.

Elon Musk’s exclusion from UK summit highlights government’s stance on controversial social media posts.


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