South Korea’s low birth rate is driven by the difficulty in finding suitable partners, demanding work culture, and high cost of living and education.
Dense fog in New York City creates surreal floating cityscape, disrupting travel but captivating residents.
White alligator undergoes successful surgery to remove 70 coins swallowed by visitors at Omaha zoo.
Breweries are using innovative techniques like arrested fermentation and vacuum distillation to create flavorful non-alcoholic beer.
University of Edinburgh is conducting a trial project using autonomous vehicles to deliver food to students, showcasing the potential of this technology in various settings.
AI is not a job-stealer, but people who don’t adapt to it may be.
Microsoft’s Xbox is expanding its gaming strategy by making four video games available on alternative platforms, recognizing the changing landscape of gaming and the desire for accessibility.
Clusters of measles cases have been reported in several regions of England, including London, the North West, Yorkshire, The Humber, the East Midlands, and the West Midlands, with health experts warning that more people need to be vaccinated to prevent further spread.
German man saves British doctor’s life through anonymous stem-cell donation, forming a lifelong bond.
India’s special effects industry is grappling with a shortage of skilled workers as demand for visual effects increases, but the adoption of artificial intelligence may help alleviate the problem.
The Lemon Festival in Menton celebrates the Olympics with giant citrus sculptures, attracting thousands of visitors.
Satellite imagery reveals four new emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica, crucial for conservation efforts.
Iceland is experiencing increased volcanic activity that could last for decades or even centuries, posing challenges for scientists and potentially impacting the country’s infrastructure.
Melting Arctic sea ice is causing polar bears to starve and rapidly lose weight.
The increasing popularity of e-bikes raises concerns about fire risks, but with proper safety measures and infrastructure, these risks can be mitigated.
Guinea pigs living in a luxury shed with air conditioning and room service have become TikTok stars, capturing the hearts of millions of viewers.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the ancient art of carpet weaving in India, streamlining the design process and helping the industry meet increasing demand.
Amanj Ali, owner of Colorado’s Chicken, lost £12,000 in a trademark dispute with Tesla over the name “Tesla Chicken & Pizza.”
England’s hedgerows, which stretch almost ten times around the Earth, are a valuable resource that provide food and shelter for wildlife and store large amounts of carbon, and a new map created through aerial laser scanning will help identify gaps in the hedgerow network that can be filled in to expand and protect these important features of the landscape.
Playing musical instruments in older age may boost brain health, aiding memory and cognitive skills.
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.
The US government has issued its first-ever fine for space junk to Dish Network, highlighting the increasing concern over the growing amount of debris in orbit.
UK workers are increasingly struggling with ill-health that is impacting their ability to work, with 12% of people in employment having a “work-limiting” condition, according to a recent analysis by the Health Foundation.
Young people in their early 20s are more likely to be out of work due to ill health than those in their early 40s, with poor mental health being a significant factor, according to a report by the Resolution Foundation.
Microsoft and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have used AI and supercomputing to discover a new material that could reduce the use of lithium in batteries by up to 70%, potentially solving the looming lithium shortage and environmental concerns.
Rising baby formula costs strain parents’ budgets, but concerns about cheaper brands’ nutritional quality persist.
Forge Valley School’s new ban on smart devices aims to enhance student engagement and social interactions.
Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia, offering hope for the critically endangered species.
Collins Dictionary has named “AI” as the word of the year for 2023, reflecting the widespread conversations and debates surrounding artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society.
Birkenstock’s IPO raises doubts about its future, but the brand’s popularity and collaborations have transformed its image.
Amazon Games cuts 180 jobs in gaming industry due to restructuring, following a trend of layoffs in the sector.
BYD’s record-breaking sales in the electric vehicle market highlight the challenges faced by Tesla.
Chinese electric car maker BYD is emerging as a strong competitor to Tesla, with its shares jumping after it announced expected third-quarter profits to more than double compared to last year.
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.
Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.
