Sales to kidults, adults who buy toys for themselves, have defied the overall downturn in toy sales, accounting for over a quarter of the UK toy market and worth over £1 billion a year, as adults find toys fun and beneficial for their mental health.

Authors George RR Martin and John Grisham are suing OpenAI over claims that their copyright was infringed to train the language model, ChatGPT.

Makhana cultivation in northern India undergoes a transformative shift, boosting farmer income and global exports.

Luton and Dunstable Hospital in the UK is using the da Vinci Xi robot to speed up weight loss surgeries and reduce waiting times.

Small businesses in the UK are turning to technology, such as alarm systems and cameras, to deter thieves as shoplifting continues to rise, costing retailers billions of pounds; however, financial constraints make it challenging for small businesses to invest in high-tech security measures.

A prankster misled Glasgow 10k runners, causing safety concerns and a significant detour for participants.

Emerging platforms like Butterflies AI and Bluesky are reshaping social media dynamics and user experiences.

San Diego’s giant pandas symbolize wildlife conservation and strengthen international ties through panda diplomacy.

A major storm system hits central US, bringing tornadoes, heavy rain, and golf ball-sized hail.

Amanj Ali, owner of Colorado’s Chicken, lost £12,000 in a trademark dispute with Tesla over the name “Tesla Chicken & Pizza.”

Childhood obesity rates in England have slightly decreased, but remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, with a clear link between obesity and deprivation, according to new data from the National Child Measurement Programme.

Over 1,000 QR code stickers on gravestones in Munich spark police investigation and community concern.

EU legal adviser recommends overturning ruling allowing Apple to avoid €13 billion in back taxes.

Sweden’s rise in billionaires can be attributed to its thriving tech scene, low interest rates, and tax policies that favor the wealthy, but there is a lack of public debate about the inequality it represents.

The FSA warns of peanut contamination in mustard products, urging caution and thorough label-checking.