Students at Media City’s University Technical College recently participated in a project that required them to give up their smartphones and use basic Nokia handsets instead, highlighting the dependence and reliance that many young people have on their smartphones.
Wells Fargo fires employees for faking keyboard activity, highlighting challenges in monitoring remote workers.
McDonald’s removes AI ordering technology after viral videos show comical mishaps and bizarre orders.
Booking.com warns of rising travel scams fueled by AI, urging two-factor authentication and vigilance against phishing attacks.
Starbucks struggles with price hikes, boycotts, and protests, leading to a 3% drop in sales in the US market.
The rise in demand for electricity from data centers, AI, and cryptocurrency is driving the exploration of neuromorphic computers, which imitate the brain’s structure and function, offering potential gains in energy efficiency and performance.
Telecoms firms are embracing AI to manage network demands and improve customer service, with the potential to democratise access to specialist tools and make networks more efficient and environmentally friendly.
Italian car company fined $6.4 million for falsely branding Chinese-made vehicles as Italian.
US states consider banning smartphones in schools due to concerns over children’s dependency and negative effects on mental health.
Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.
Mnemba Island’s coral reef has been successfully restored through a conservation project, thanks to collaboration between the local community, sustainable tourism group &Beyond, the Africa Foundation, and the Zanzibar government.
Hiker rescued after 10 days in California mountains, surviving on water from his boot and wild berries.
A massive factory fire in South Korea claims 22 lives after lithium batteries explode.
Africa’s passionate Formula 1 fans are demanding a race on the continent, with Kenya hosting lively viewing parties and female fans taking on active roles in the sport.
A project in Mozambique is partnering with local communities to restore forests and combat deforestation.
Japan turns to AI to address labor shortage, but recognizes the importance of human workers.
Coral reefs worldwide are facing their fourth mass bleaching event due to record ocean heat, threatening their survival and the ecosystems they support.
Elon Musk visits Beijing to discuss bringing Full Self Driving to Tesla cars in China, amid competition and challenges.
Amateur fossil collectors play a crucial role in paleontology, as demonstrated by the discovery of the largest marine reptile ever found.
Chinese companies are increasingly using Mexico as a gateway to the US market, taking advantage of its strategic location and bypassing trade restrictions.
Recruitment scams have seen a significant increase in the past year, with the amount of money stolen rising to nearly £1 million, according to City of London Police.
Takashimaya, a luxury department store in Japan, has apologized for delivering 807 collapsed strawberry Christmas cakes out of the 2,900 that were ordered, sparking a social media backlash.
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.
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.
The Yankees’ beard ban ends, reflecting a cultural shift towards inclusivity and modern player identity.
Parcel delivery firm DPD disabled part of its online chatbot after it swore at a customer, highlighting the potential pitfalls of using large language models in chatbots.
Researcher Ihab Ahmed tests small jet engine on sustainable aviation fuels, reducing carbon footprint effectively.
Merriam-Webster’s word of the year, “polarization,” captures the deep divisions shaping the 2024 election.
UK food brands have been raising prices by more than their costs, leading to an increase in the price of baby formula, baked beans, and pet food, according to the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA).
Rohit Sharma’s impressive performance as a batsman and captain in the World Cup has earned him respect and admiration, despite India’s loss in the final.
AI is revolutionizing the search for extraterrestrial life, helping scientists process massive amounts of data and identify potential alien signals.
Africa’s passionate Formula 1 fans are demanding a race on the continent, with Kenya hosting lively viewing parties and female fans taking on active roles in the sport.
Jezebel, the feminist news site, has been sold to Paste Media and plans to relaunch soon.
Renowned Australian doctor Richard Scolyer remains cancer-free a year after receiving a groundbreaking treatment for glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer, based on his own research on melanoma, offering hope for future clinical trials.
Eurostar services from the Netherlands to London will be suspended for six months due to renovation work at Amsterdam’s central station.
