Great white sharks have returned to Cape Town’s beaches after four years, prompting the deployment of a team of professional shark spotters to ensure safety for both sharks and people.
Plane gets stuck under a bridge in India, local truck drivers help free it.
Venice implements new rules to combat mass tourism, including a ban on loudspeakers and large tourist groups.
Liverpool Street station surpasses Waterloo as the busiest station in Britain, thanks to the opening of the Elizabeth line and changing travel patterns.
Woman charged with stealing delivery van carrying 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts; incident raises questions about motives behind such a theft.
Indonesia’s president calls on military to assist farmers in planting rice amid severe drought and threat to food security.
The Tren Maya project in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is causing controversy due to its environmental impact and high cost.
Bull on train tracks disrupts New Jersey Transit, raises concerns about slaughterhouse security.
Rollercoaster at Universal Studios Japan comes to emergency stop, leaving riders dangling mid-air.
Archbishop of Canterbury forgets words during rehearsal for King’s Coronation, King Charles finds it amusing.
Skier narrowly avoids collision with bear on Lake Tahoe slopes, reminding us to respect wildlife.
AI image recognition apps like HappyWhale, Merlin Bird ID, and iNaturalist are not only helping users identify and learn about wildlife, but also contributing to conservation efforts by tracking populations and raising awareness about declining species.
Netflix has released viewer data on 99% of its catalogue for the first time, revealing that users around the world spent 812 million hours watching the political thriller The Night Agent, making it the most viewed show in the first half of this year.
Motorists on the Staten Island Expressway in New York came together to save a runaway chihuahua, highlighting the power of community and compassion.
Carlos Vasquez, a blind professional gamer, uses his hearing to compete in Mortal Kombat tournaments, showcasing the potential for accessibility in gaming.
The world is approaching ‘peak’ fossil fuels, with global demand expected to decline, but the transition to clean energy needs to happen faster to address the urgency of the climate crisis.
A remarkably well-preserved pliosaur skull, one of the most complete ever found, provides new insights into this ancient predator’s behavior and anatomy.
Starting your fitness journey in December or late autumn can be more effective and less intimidating than waiting until January, as the slower pace of the season and less crowded gyms can provide a more comfortable environment to build healthy habits and confidence.
McDonald’s new retro-themed drinks brand, CosMc’s, has been a hit with customers, attracting long queues and tapping into the market for trendy beverages.
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).
Delhi government considers cloud seeding to combat air pollution, but experts question its effectiveness and long-term impact.
Wildfires in Bolivia devastate land and leave animals in need, prompting locals to provide aid.
The FDA approves the world’s first chikungunya vaccine, marking a significant milestone in global health.
Circus lion escapes in Italy, roams the streets before being captured and returned to the circus.
A remarkably well-preserved pliosaur skull, one of the most complete ever found, provides new insights into this ancient predator’s behavior and anatomy.
A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.
Playing musical instruments in older age may boost brain health, aiding memory and cognitive skills.
Asia’s winners of the Earthshot Prize are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to repair the planet, from developing metal dryers to combat crop waste to creating eco-friendly lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
Kayaker Aniol Serrasolses sets record for biggest descent down glacial waterfall, describing it as “like kayaking on another planet.”
Rare hailstorm surprises UAE residents, causing damage to homes and vehicles.
Nestlé’s decision to discontinue the iconic Caramac bar has left fans devastated and nostalgic.
UK workers are increasingly struggling with ill-health that is impacting their ability to work, with 12% of people in employment having a “work-limiting” condition, according to a recent analysis by the Health Foundation.
Woman survives 14 hours on top of submerged car in California creek, highlighting the importance of preparedness in emergencies.
Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.
The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.
