AI is being used to accelerate the search for non-animal alternatives in scientific testing, providing more accurate results and potentially ending animal testing.
Students at Media City’s University Technical College recently participated in a project that required them to give up their smartphones and use basic Nokia handsets instead, highlighting the dependence and reliance that many young people have on their smartphones.
Wells Fargo fires employees for faking keyboard activity, highlighting challenges in monitoring remote workers.
McDonald’s removes AI ordering technology after viral videos show comical mishaps and bizarre orders.
Booking.com warns of rising travel scams fueled by AI, urging two-factor authentication and vigilance against phishing attacks.
Starbucks struggles with price hikes, boycotts, and protests, leading to a 3% drop in sales in the US market.
The rise in demand for electricity from data centers, AI, and cryptocurrency is driving the exploration of neuromorphic computers, which imitate the brain’s structure and function, offering potential gains in energy efficiency and performance.
Telecoms firms are embracing AI to manage network demands and improve customer service, with the potential to democratise access to specialist tools and make networks more efficient and environmentally friendly.
Italian car company fined $6.4 million for falsely branding Chinese-made vehicles as Italian.
US states consider banning smartphones in schools due to concerns over children’s dependency and negative effects on mental health.
Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.
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.
Hiker rescued after 10 days in California mountains, surviving on water from his boot and wild berries.
A massive factory fire in South Korea claims 22 lives after lithium batteries explode.
Africa’s passionate Formula 1 fans are demanding a race on the continent, with Kenya hosting lively viewing parties and female fans taking on active roles in the sport.
A project in Mozambique is partnering with local communities to restore forests and combat deforestation.
Japan turns to AI to address labor shortage, but recognizes the importance of human workers.
Coral reefs worldwide are facing their fourth mass bleaching event due to record ocean heat, threatening their survival and the ecosystems they support.
Elon Musk visits Beijing to discuss bringing Full Self Driving to Tesla cars in China, amid competition and challenges.
Amateur fossil collectors play a crucial role in paleontology, as demonstrated by the discovery of the largest marine reptile ever found.
Moldovan president’s dog bites Austrian president’s hand during walk, sparking discussion on pet etiquette.
A massive egg theft in Pennsylvania raises eyebrows amid soaring prices linked to bird flu.
Wind turbine destroyed by fire in Iowa due to lack of equipment for emergency workers to reach the top.
Over 700 staff members at Airbus Atlantic in France fell ill after the company’s Christmas dinner, prompting an investigation into the cause of the mass food poisoning.
AI image recognition apps like HappyWhale, Merlin Bird ID, and iNaturalist are not only helping users identify and learn about wildlife, but also contributing to conservation efforts by tracking populations and raising awareness about declining species.
Airports are considering hydrogen as a fuel alternative, but challenges in handling and infrastructure costs remain.
Wells Fargo fires employees for faking keyboard activity, highlighting challenges in monitoring remote workers.
The increasing popularity of e-bikes raises concerns about fire risks, but with proper safety measures and infrastructure, these risks can be mitigated.
Japan’s cabinet approves export of new fighter jets, marking a departure from its pacifist policies.
Adam Neumann’s rise and fall with WeWork is a cautionary tale of ambition and hubris.
A Chinese company’s marriage mandate for employees sparked outrage, revealing tensions over declining marriage rates.
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in the San Francisco Bay area next week, with the goal of managing competition and preventing conflict between the two countries.
Apple’s sales have continued to decline, with revenues dipping 1% to $89.5bn in the three months.
Australia’s historic pact with Tuvalu offers refuge to citizens threatened by climate change impacts.
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.
