A new study suggests that using body fat percentage instead of BMI may provide a more accurate measurement of obesity.
The government of England has announced the largest ever expansion of wild swimming areas, but concerns remain over water cleanliness.
Renowned Australian doctor Richard Scolyer remains cancer-free a year after receiving a groundbreaking treatment for glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer, based on his own research on melanoma, offering hope for future clinical trials.
Insect farming companies are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to lower costs and maximize production, but some aspects of the process still require a hands-on approach.
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.
Two MIT brothers arrested for stealing $25 million in cryptocurrency in a 12-second heist, raising concerns about blockchain security.
Canada is facing a high number of wildfires due to climate change, prompting the need for urgent action.
TV production companies are exploring the use of AI to generate ideas for new shows, but some experts argue that AI can never replicate the spark of human creativity.
A major storm system hits central US, bringing tornadoes, heavy rain, and golf ball-sized hail.
Households in the UK are hoarding unused electricals and broken tech, with over 880 million items estimated to be held in homes, prompting calls for increased recycling and reducing electronic waste.
Seagulls are being driven into urban areas due to the loss of natural spaces, and scientists are urging people to learn to coexist with them.
White House urges NASA to develop a new time zone for the Moon to synchronize spacecraft and coordinate lunar missions.
The glass container industry is undergoing a sustainability revolution, considering the switch to electric furnaces and exploring ways to reduce carbon emissions.
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.
Tesla’s decline in deliveries in the first quarter of 2024 has been described as a “disaster” for the company, with factors such as a fire at its European factory and weakened demand in key markets contributing to the decline.
Illegal fishing is a global issue, but organizations are using AI and underwater robots to combat it.
Japan’s imperial family joins Instagram to modernize and engage with younger generations, but initial posts are criticized for being dull and lacking authenticity.
Mysterious streaks of light in southern California sky baffle residents and experts, with possible explanations ranging from space debris to extraterrestrial activity.
Truck crash in Oregon accidentally releases thousands of juvenile salmon into wrong river.
Political action in Brazil and Colombia has led to a decline in tree loss, but global deforestation rates remain high.
Groundbreaking implant restores ability to walk for man with advanced Parkinson’s disease, offering hope for others.
Prada collaborates with Axiom Space to design space suits for NASA’s Moon mission, combining fashion and technology.
A massive factory fire in South Korea claims 22 lives after lithium batteries explode.
Chengdu’s tourist village apologized for misleading visitors with artificial snow during an unusually warm holiday.
Venice implements new rules to combat mass tourism, including a ban on loudspeakers and large tourist groups.
Amazon’s new chatbot, Q, powered by artificial intelligence, aims to boost productivity for businesses by assisting with tasks such as document summarization and data analysis, while also addressing copyright concerns.
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.
Recruitment scams have seen a significant increase in the past year, with the amount of money stolen rising to nearly £1 million, according to City of London Police.
Seagulls are being driven into urban areas due to the loss of natural spaces, and scientists are urging people to learn to coexist with them.
Sports Illustrated faces uncertainty as its publishing license is lost, leading to potential mass layoffs and an uncertain future for the iconic title.
US-bound ANA flight forced to return to Tokyo after heavily drunk passenger bites crew member mid-flight.
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.
Political action in Brazil and Colombia has led to a decline in tree loss, but global deforestation rates remain high.
Ghanaian artist Amoako Boafo, known for his portraits of black subjects, has returned to his home country where one of his self-portraits is being exhibited.
UK economy faces slower growth and delayed recovery of living standards, according to OBR forecasts.
