
Ancient Amazon City Challenges Eurocentric View of Civilization
Ancient city discovered in Amazon rainforest challenges previous beliefs about human settlements in the region, highlighting the complexity of ancient Amazonian cultures.
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.
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.
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.
Amateur fossil collectors play a crucial role in paleontology, as demonstrated by the discovery of the largest marine reptile ever found.
Authors George RR Martin and John Grisham are suing OpenAI over claims that their copyright was infringed to train the language model, ChatGPT.
Elon Musk predicts AI will eliminate work, warns about humanoid robots chasing people, and highlights AI’s potential benefits and disruptive force.
TV production companies are exploring the use of AI to generate ideas for new shows, but some experts argue that AI can never replicate the spark of human creativity.
A severe cold snap is gripping the UK, bringing snow and health alerts for vulnerable populations.
Researcher Ihab Ahmed tests small jet engine on sustainable aviation fuels, reducing carbon footprint effectively.
Fast-food chains are ramping up promotions to attract budget-conscious customers amid rising prices and declining sales.
Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.
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.
Japan’s cabinet approves export of new fighter jets, marking a departure from its pacifist policies.
The FDA approves the world’s first chikungunya vaccine, marking a significant milestone in global health.
Taylor Swift, named Time Magazine’s person of the year for 2023, continues to dominate the music industry with her record-breaking tour and successful albums, solidifying her status as a generational talent.
The departure of the beloved giant pandas from the US marks the end of a cherished era.
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.