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.
The south-western peninsula of Iceland could face decades of volcanic instability, with the small fishing town of Grindavik already evacuated due to earthquakes and fears of an impending eruption.
Ohio woman convicted of assault for throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle worker sentenced to work at a fast-food job for two months.
Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.
Luton and Dunstable Hospital in the UK is using the da Vinci Xi robot to speed up weight loss surgeries and reduce waiting times.
China is conducting a trial of visa-free travel for citizens from six countries, aiming to promote international travel and business exchanges.
Breweries are using innovative techniques like arrested fermentation and vacuum distillation to create flavorful non-alcoholic beer.
An ANA flight in Japan had to turn back after a crack was found on the cockpit window, raising concerns about aviation safety.
The Yankees’ beard ban ends, reflecting a cultural shift towards inclusivity and modern player identity.
Liverpool Street station surpasses Waterloo as the busiest station in Britain, thanks to the opening of the Elizabeth line and changing travel patterns.
Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows faces delay to refine gameplay, promising a polished and successful experience.
“Bole Chudiyan” from “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” named UK’s favorite Bollywood song of the 2000s.
AI is transforming the field of accountancy, allowing accountants to focus on more interesting decisions, but there are concerns about job losses and the need for new skillsets.
Elon Musk predicts AI will eliminate work, warns about humanoid robots chasing people, and highlights AI’s potential benefits and disruptive force.
Peeceful’s journey from gaming hobbyist to industry leader inspires aspiring gamers worldwide.
Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.
