African leaders propose global carbon tax regime to help poorer nations cope with climate change.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage offers an authentic experience with Arabic dialogue and a focus on 9th Century Baghdad.
Nearly half a billion small electrical items, known as “Fast Tech,” were thrown away in the UK last year, making them the fastest-growing type of e-waste.
The oceans have reached their highest recorded temperature, surpassing the previous record set in 2016, according to the EU’s climate change service Copernicus.
Blue LEDs have revolutionized lighting and visual displays, enhancing fan experiences and transforming landmarks with stunning light shows. Ongoing research and development promise even more advancements in LED technology.
Hotels are using technology like monitoring devices and trained dogs to detect and prevent bedbug infestations.
Amazon is testing humanoid robots called Digit in its US warehouses to automate operations and “free up” employees, but critics argue that automation has already resulted in job losses and that Amazon treats its workers like robots.
Major online companies form coalition to combat fake reviews, sharing information and best practices to deter fraudsters.
India’s space ambitions are soaring, with plans to send an astronaut to the Moon, establish a space station, and explore Venus and Mars.
Netflix is raising its subscription prices in the UK despite recent success, as it aims to protect profits and deal with competition and delays in new releases.
19-year-old pianist Yunchan Lim, known as “classical music’s answer to K-pop,” has signed an exclusive record deal with Decca Records in the UK, choosing the label for its sound quality and work with legendary musicians.
Childhood obesity rates in England have slightly decreased, but remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, with a clear link between obesity and deprivation, according to new data from the National Child Measurement Programme.
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, is introducing two new tiers of premium subscriptions, one with ads and one ad-free, as part of his efforts to combat bots and fake accounts.
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have developed a vegan cheese made from yellow split peas that is higher in protein and has a lower carbon footprint than conventional vegan cheese.
Nvidia and Foxconn have partnered to build “AI factories” that will be powered by Nvidia chips and used for various applications, allowing Nvidia to continue its growth in the AI market despite US restrictions on chip exports to China.
Hollywood actors are being advised to choose Halloween costumes that do not promote content made by studios they are in dispute with due to the ongoing strike.
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.
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.
Australia’s Hologram Zoo is just the beginning of a hologram revolution that could transform industries like entertainment, retail, and medicine.
Wind turbine destroyed by fire in Iowa due to lack of equipment for emergency workers to reach the top.
John Oliver’s controversial campaign helped the pūteketeke, or Australasian crested grebe, win New Zealand’s Bird of the Century title in a record-breaking poll.
The government of England has announced the largest ever expansion of wild swimming areas, but concerns remain over water cleanliness.
The departure of the beloved giant pandas from the US marks the end of a cherished era.
Japan’s preparedness and investment in infrastructure have helped minimize casualties during earthquakes.
TikTok suspends online shopping service in Indonesia to comply with new regulations protecting local retailers.
The Hera spacecraft embarks on a crucial mission to study an asteroid redirected by NASA.
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei, known for his good looks and military service, has officially married his commoner fiancée in a 10-day royal wedding celebration, solidifying his place in the public eye.
Swedish start-up Modvion has built the world’s tallest wooden wind turbine tower, standing at 150m (492ft) tall, with the goal of producing 100 wooden modular turbines per year by 2027.
14-year-old Australian student prevents school bus from crashing into petrol station, hailed as hero.
A Chinese company’s marriage mandate for employees sparked outrage, revealing tensions over declining marriage rates.
Seagulls are being driven into urban areas due to the loss of natural spaces, and scientists are urging people to learn to coexist with them.
David Holmes, the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films, reflects on his life-changing accident and the importance of friendship and resilience in his documentary, hoping to inspire others to embrace challenges and find strength in difficult times.
Scientists achieve world’s first IVF rhino pregnancy, offering hope for saving the northern white rhino.
Amazon’s new chatbot, Q, powered by artificial intelligence, aims to boost productivity for businesses by assisting with tasks such as document summarization and data analysis, while also addressing copyright concerns.
Researchers at Columbia University have developed an AI tool that can identify whether fingerprints from different fingers belong to the same person with 75-90% accuracy, challenging the belief that each fingerprint is completely unique.
