UK websites could face fines if they don’t make it clearer that the use of cookies is optional, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office.
Bamboo is gaining recognition as a sustainable and versatile material for construction, with efforts being made to develop international standards for its usage.
Advances in AI are improving electronic noses, which can detect and report specific smells, potentially transforming food safety by detecting deadly bacteria.
UK economy faces slower growth and delayed recovery of living standards, according to OBR forecasts.
Turkey’s central bank raises interest rates to combat high inflation, marking a significant shift in economic policy.
Thatchers invites judge to participate in taste test to determine similarities between its Cloudy Lemon Cider and Aldi’s Taurus cider.
Nissan announces £2 billion investment to build three electric car models in the UK, preserving thousands of jobs.
Writing a diary can have a positive impact on mental health, regulating emotions, reducing anxiety, and improving mood.
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.
BTS members RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have begun enlisting for military service, while fans are urged to support them until their return.
Rat and mouse plague hits fishing towns in Queensland, causing havoc and concern for residents.
China is conducting a trial of visa-free travel for citizens from six countries, aiming to promote international travel and business exchanges.
Former climate change skeptic Sarah Ott shares her journey from doubt to advocacy, emphasizing the power of education and understanding.
Indo-Chinese cuisine, a fusion of Indian and Chinese flavors, is gaining popularity in the US, attracting both Indian immigrants and adventurous Americans with its bold flavors and creative incorporation of Chinese techniques.
Pakistan’s Wakhi shepherdesses, who have played a crucial role in their community by grazing their flocks in remote mountain pastures, are facing the extinction of their way of life.
Greek PM calls for return of Elgin Marbles, comparing their separation to cutting the Mona Lisa in half.
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.
Ladakh’s ice stupas offer a creative solution to the water crisis caused by climate change.
Ghanaian MP Isaac Adongo apologizes to Harry Maguire for mocking him, but continues to criticize Vice-President Bawumia’s economic management.
Helicopter footage captures giant cracks in Iceland’s surface, indicating increased volcanic instability and potential eruption.
The UK’s historic move to end coal power marks a pivotal step in combating climate change.
The Arctic World Archive safeguards vital data in a remote vault, ensuring preservation for future generations.
Australia’s Hologram Zoo is just the beginning of a hologram revolution that could transform industries like entertainment, retail, and medicine.
The race to exploit the Moon’s resources raises questions about ownership and the need for international cooperation.
Marine Conservation Society survey reveals 32% increase in UK jellyfish sightings due to climate change.
Liverpool Street station surpasses Waterloo as the busiest station in Britain, thanks to the opening of the Elizabeth line and changing travel patterns.
Mysterious streaks of light in southern California sky baffle residents and experts, with possible explanations ranging from space debris to extraterrestrial activity.
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).
Greek PM calls for return of Elgin Marbles, comparing their separation to cutting the Mona Lisa in half.
Ghana authorities are searching for those who cut down a 300-year-old kola tree with healing powers.
Climate change could lead to more lightning strikes in northern forests, increasing wildfire risk.
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest drops by 50% in 2023, the lowest in five years.
Elon Musk’s offer to pay for a cancelled order at a small bakery in San Jose, California, was met with overwhelming support from the community, although the bakery was unable to fulfill Tesla’s new order due to the influx of business.
Cash use in the UK has increased for the first time in a decade, with 19% of purchases made with cash last year, as shoppers become more budget-conscious due to rising prices, according to the British Retail Consortium.
A man in Surrey, England, has trained his home cameras to repel foxes and badgers that were fouling in his garden, using high-frequency sounds triggered by machine learning.
