
African leaders propose global carbon tax at Nairobi Summit
African leaders propose global carbon tax regime to help poorer nations cope with climate change.


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.

The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.

Guinea pigs living in a luxury shed with air conditioning and room service have become TikTok stars, capturing the hearts of millions of viewers.

Hermit crabs around the world are increasingly using plastic waste as shells, raising questions about the impact on their evolution and the potential harm or benefits of plastic materials for these crustaceans.

Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest drops by 50% in 2023, the lowest in five years.

A Chinese company’s marriage mandate for employees sparked outrage, revealing tensions over declining marriage rates.

Circus lion escapes in Italy, roams the streets before being captured and returned to the circus.

Google will begin deleting inactive accounts starting from Friday, according to its inactive account policy.

The UK government aims to introduce pilotless flying taxis by 2030, but infrastructure and public acceptance are major hurdles.

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.

Explosive eruption on Niijima Island in Japan sends volcanic rock flying into the sea.

Divers in the Turks and Caicos Islands are using antibiotics to save sick corals from the deadliest coral sickness ever recorded, stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD).

Tesla’s cybertruck faces challenges in the US truck market, but has over one million reservations.

Top songwriters embrace AI as a useful tool in the creative process, but believe it cannot replace the artistry and human emotion in making music.

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

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.


영국 랭커스터 대학교(Lancaster University)에서 한국인 영어 학습자분들을 대상으로 새로운 연구 프로젝트를 진행합니다. 전 과정 온라인으로 진행되어 어디서든 편하게 참여하실 수 있습니다. 여러분의 소중한 참여로 한국인의 영어 사용 방식을 알아보는 흥미로운 연구가 완성됩니다.
🎁 참여 혜택:
– 원어민 연구원과의 1:1 회화 연습
– 실전 영작 연습 & 맞춤형 영어 피드백 리포트
– 커피 기프티콘 총 3잔 선물! (첫 세션 후 1잔, 마지막 세션 완료 후 2잔 더 드려요! ☕☕)
📅 참여 방식: 총 2회의 온라인 세션 (Zoom 등을 이용, 각 세션당 약 60~80분 소요) 말하기와 쓰기 활동이 섞여 있어 부담 없이 즐겁게 참여하실 수 있습니다.
✅ 대상: 영어 실력에 상관없이 참여를 희망하는 18세 이상 한국인 누구나