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.

Job-sharing apps are on the rise, providing a platform for individuals to connect with potential job-sharing partners and create more opportunities for flexible work arrangements.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the ancient art of carpet weaving in India, streamlining the design process and helping the industry meet increasing demand.

The glass container industry is undergoing a sustainability revolution, considering the switch to electric furnaces and exploring ways to reduce carbon emissions.

Potholes in the UK have hit a five-year high, costing drivers up to £500 million in repairs, prompting scientists to explore solutions such as self-healing roads and robots.

Mnemba Island’s coral reef has been successfully restored through a conservation project, thanks to collaboration between the local community, sustainable tourism group &Beyond, the Africa Foundation, and the Zanzibar government.

India is seeking to secure valuable minerals from the depths of the ocean in its bid to contribute to a cleaner future.

Forge Valley School’s new ban on smart devices aims to enhance student engagement and social interactions.

Birkenstock’s IPO raises doubts about its future, but the brand’s popularity and collaborations have transformed its image.

John Oliver’s controversial campaign helped the pūteketeke, or Australasian crested grebe, win New Zealand’s Bird of the Century title in a record-breaking poll.

The feijoa, New Zealand’s unofficial national fruit, fosters community spirit through generous sharing each autumn.

Netflix has released viewer data on 99% of its catalogue for the first time, revealing that users around the world spent 812 million hours watching the political thriller The Night Agent, making it the most viewed show in the first half of this year.

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.

Google’s new AI model, Gemini, boasts advanced reasoning capabilities and outperforms human experts in intelligence tests, setting a new standard in generative AI.