Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.

YouTube’s experimental AI tool, Dream Track, lets users imitate the voices of popular artists like Demi Lovato and John Legend, while the company also announced other AI music projects, including a tool that creates instrumentals based on a melody hummed by artists.

Iceland declares state of emergency as risk of volcanic eruption increases, leading to evacuation of Grindavík.

A Michigan judge mandates shoplifters to wash cars at Walmart, blending accountability with community service.

The UK detects its first case of a new strain of swine flu, A(H1N2)v, but experts say it’s not a major threat.

The Tren Maya project in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is causing controversy due to its environmental impact and high cost.

Massive fire engulfs newly built water park in Sweden, causing significant damage and injuring several people.

Sir Demis Hassabis, co-founder and CEO of Google’s DeepMind, believes that video games can boost creativity in young people and encourages parents to support their children’s creative use of technology.

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.

AI is increasingly being used in the fitness industry to provide personalized training, but some argue that it cannot replicate human motivation and emotional intelligence.

Portable X-ray machines are revolutionizing healthcare in remote areas, reducing the need for patients to travel and improving access to vital services.

UK property expert Rob Dix has created a digital clone of himself using AI software to answer questions and take on some of his workload, joining a growing trend of individuals using AI clones to scale their availability and provide instant responses to followers or clients.