Shipping firm AP Moller-Maersk is set to cut 3,500 more jobs due to lower freight rates and demand, signaling a slowdown in the global economy.
Study warns of potential collapse of Gulf Stream system, but scientists express skepticism about the claim.
TikTok suspends online shopping service in Indonesia to comply with new regulations protecting local retailers.
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.
Bristol’s technology festival showcases innovative ideas, including socks that detect Alzheimer’s and electrified lateral flow tests.
Prada collaborates with Axiom Space to design space suits for NASA’s Moon mission, combining fashion and technology.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink is recruiting participants for its first human trial, aiming to connect human brains to computers and allow individuals with paralysis to control a computer cursor or type using their thoughts, but faces competition from other companies in the field.
Microsoft’s new AI assistant, Microsoft 365 Copilot, can attend meetings, draft emails, and create presentations, but concerns about job displacement and reliance on AI remain.
Meta’s new Quest 3 VR headset aims to reduce motion sickness by offering a mixed reality experience that combines virtual elements with the real world.
Meta’s new chatbots for Messenger will have “personality” and specialize in specific subjects, as the chatbot arms race among tech companies continues.
Cambridge tech firm develops smart trap to detect bedbugs and alert hotels and travel companies.
Google’s president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Matt Brittin, stresses the importance of responsible development in AI technology, as the company partners with the University of Cambridge to establish the Centre for Human-Inspired AI, focusing on areas such as robotics, healthcare, and climate change.
Authors George RR Martin and John Grisham are suing OpenAI over claims that their copyright was infringed to train the language model, ChatGPT.
Virtual influencers like Noonoouri are breaking into the music industry, raising concerns about the role of AI and the future of human artists.
Birkenstock’s IPO raises doubts about its future, but the brand’s popularity and collaborations have transformed its image.
Amazon plans to introduce drone deliveries in the UK by the end of 2024, aiming to deliver parcels in under an hour.
Family sues Google over man’s death after driving off collapsed bridge, alleging failure to update maps.
“Monk mode” is gaining popularity as people seek to limit social media use and increase productivity in an increasingly distracting digital world.
Top songwriters embrace AI as a useful tool in the creative process, but believe it cannot replace the artistry and human emotion in making music.
The US government has issued its first-ever fine for space junk to Dish Network, highlighting the increasing concern over the growing amount of debris in orbit.
AI is being used to accelerate the search for non-animal alternatives in scientific testing, providing more accurate results and potentially ending animal testing.
Researcher Ihab Ahmed tests small jet engine on sustainable aviation fuels, reducing carbon footprint effectively.
Sports Illustrated faces uncertainty as its publishing license is lost, leading to potential mass layoffs and an uncertain future for the iconic title.
Fast-food chains are ramping up promotions to attract budget-conscious customers amid rising prices and declining sales.
Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.
Apple has reportedly abandoned its plans to develop electric vehicles (EVs) and is instead focusing on its artificial intelligence (AI) division, reflecting the growing demand for AI technology.
The apple industry in Indian-administered Kashmir is facing a crisis due to fungal scab, climate change, economic hurdles, and the influx of imported apples, leading to a decline in quality and quantity and impacting the local economy.
Japan’s preparedness and investment in infrastructure have helped minimize casualties during earthquakes.
A massive egg theft in Pennsylvania raises eyebrows amid soaring prices linked to bird flu.
The Sunday Times reveals the highest UK taxpayers, with Alex Gerko, JK Rowling, and Ed Sheeran among them.
Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia, offering hope for the critically endangered species.
British climber Fay Manners and her partner faced a perilous ordeal on Chaukhamba mountain.
Truck crash in Oregon accidentally releases thousands of juvenile salmon into wrong river.
Ice rescue instructor and his wife capture stunning footage of themselves skating on a rare “ice window” in Alaska’s Alpine lakes, showcasing the beauty and rarity of this natural phenomenon.
TikTok suspends online shopping service in Indonesia to comply with new regulations protecting local retailers.
