Portable X-ray machines are revolutionizing healthcare in remote areas, reducing the need for patients to travel and improving access to vital services.
Apple’s Vision Pro headset, set to be released on February 2nd in the US, has faced production issues, with forecasts reduced from one million units to 400,000 in 2024.
Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo has been found to have mislabelled clothes made in South Asia as “Made in the UK,” raising concerns about inspection and consumer deception.
Jinny Kim, a pioneer in the K-beauty industry, has brought the K-beauty phenomenon to the UK and treated many celebrities and supermodels.
Protests in Bengaluru demand that billboards be written in Kannada, reflecting long-standing linguistic nationalism in the city.
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.
Ancient city discovered in Amazon rainforest challenges previous beliefs about human settlements in the region, highlighting the complexity of ancient Amazonian cultures.
The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.
Rare albino Omura’s whale sighted off the coast of Phuket, sparking a search for more.
Floods wreak havoc in Kinshasa as the River Congo reaches its highest level in six decades.
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest drops by 50% in 2023, the lowest in five years.
UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q3, putting country at risk of recession; economists expect subdued growth throughout 2024.
Scientists discover five new species of soft-furred hedgehogs in South East Asia, highlighting the importance of protecting rainforest ecosystems.
The Amazon rainforest is facing a tipping point due to deforestation and climate change, with the worst drought on record in 2023 serving as a warning sign.
Colombia’s new regulations promote renewable energy production among local communities and indigenous groups, empowering them to participate in the energy sector and reduce reliance on large hydroelectric dams.
The paiche, a giant freshwater fish, poses a threat to native fish stocks in the Bolivian Amazon, but has become a lucrative catch for local fishermen.
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.
Nasa successfully beams ultra high-definition video of cat from deep space using laser technology.
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.
Over 700 staff members at Airbus Atlantic in France fell ill after the company’s Christmas dinner, prompting an investigation into the cause of the mass food poisoning.
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.
Firefighters in Smolensk, Russia, rescue injured owl from crows, showing their compassion for animals in need.
A paralyzed patient showcased the potential of Elon Musk’s Neuralink device by playing chess using his mind.
Car crash in Canada leads to hour-long fireworks show after a lorry carrying fireworks ignites.
Ticket machines at railway stations charge passengers more than double the online price for some journeys, according to research by consumer group Which?.
AI is revolutionizing the search for extraterrestrial life, helping scientists process massive amounts of data and identify potential alien signals.
AI technology at the Paris Olympics aims to uncover athletic talent in underserved communities worldwide.
New Zealand politician Rawiri Waititi breaks protocol by performing a Maori haka before swearing an oath to King Charles, highlighting the ongoing struggle for recognition and representation of indigenous cultures in the country’s political landscape.
Teenager Oliver Reyes risks his own safety to rescue a calf named Wynonna from a frozen pond, showcasing the power of compassion.
Illegal fishing is a global issue, but organizations are using AI and underwater robots to combat it.
Protesters’ soup-throwing at the Mona Lisa highlights calls for food system reform and sustainability.
A Tulsa dog sparked a house fire, highlighting the dangers of pets and household electronics.
Elon Musk’s profane outburst and the ad boycott on X, formerly known as Twitter, could lead to the company’s bankruptcy.
A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.
Climate change could lead to more lightning strikes in northern forests, increasing wildfire risk.
