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.
Retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction (R-CPD), or “no burp syndrome,” negatively impacts the quality of life of sufferers, causing embarrassment, anxiety, and depression, yet it is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed by doctors, highlighting the need for more awareness and research into the condition.
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.
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.
Hollywood performers strike against gaming giants over AI concerns, seeking fair protections and compensation.
The Biomimicry Institute is developing a project called Design for Decomposition to find natural ways to break down waste polyester and nylon, aiming to create biocompatible materials and reduce waste in the fashion industry.
Skier narrowly avoids collision with bear on Lake Tahoe slopes, reminding us to respect wildlife.
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.
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.
Search queries related to “climate anxiety” have increased 27 times in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2017, with women being more affected than men, according to data gathered by Google and shared exclusively with BBC 100 Women.
The Sunday Times reveals the highest UK taxpayers, with Alex Gerko, JK Rowling, and Ed Sheeran among 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.
A legal feud over butter chicken’s origins pits Delhi’s rival restaurants against each other.
A newly discovered lunar cave could revolutionize human habitation on the Moon and beyond.
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.
Drone footage captures the birth of a new island after a volcanic eruption in Japan.
Bitcoin’s high water usage, attributed to its heavy reliance on computing power and cooling needs, raises concerns about water scarcity and the environmental impact of cryptocurrencies.
Starbucks struggles with price hikes, boycotts, and protests, leading to a 3% drop in sales in the US market.
