
Astronauts Face Extended Stay Due to Spacecraft Issues
Astronauts face unexpected extended stay on ISS due to Boeing Starliner issues, considering alternative return options.


Astronauts face unexpected extended stay on ISS due to Boeing Starliner issues, considering alternative return options.

The race to exploit the Moon’s resources raises questions about ownership and the need for international cooperation.

Drones capture footage of humpback whales’ acrobatic feeding techniques, shedding light on their recovery and size changes.

Wild chimpanzees in Uganda have been observed eating plants with pain-relieving and antibacterial properties, potentially offering insights into new medicines.

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.

Nepal bans TikTok, citing its detrimental impact on social harmony and spreading malicious content.

Motorists on the Staten Island Expressway in New York came together to save a runaway chihuahua, highlighting the power of community and compassion.

A UCL study reveals mental health declines throughout the day, peaking at midnight and Sundays.

Coral reefs worldwide are facing their fourth mass bleaching event due to record ocean heat, threatening their survival and the ecosystems they support.

Delegates at COP28 agree to launch a fund for climate-related damages, with immediate contributions totaling $400 million.

Workers at Samsung Electronics in Tamil Nadu, India, strike for union recognition and better conditions.

Rohit Sharma’s impressive performance as a batsman and captain in the World Cup has earned him respect and admiration, despite India’s loss in the final.

AI can predict hurricane landfall earlier and more accurately than traditional methods, but climate change may pose challenges.

Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the championships highlights tensions between personal expression and strict tournament regulations.

An Australian politician protests by changing his name to Austin Trump, criticizing the Labor Party.

Writing a diary can have a positive impact on mental health, regulating emotions, reducing anxiety, and improving mood.

BTS members RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have begun enlisting for military service, while fans are urged to support them until their return.

K-pop fans’ obsession with their idols’ private lives raises questions about the boundaries of fandom.

Blue whales, once decimated by whaling, have returned to the Seychelles, potentially using the region as a breeding ground, highlighting the importance of protected waters for their recovery.

Google’s president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Matt Brittin, stresses the importance of responsible development in AI technology, as the company partners with the University of Cambridge to establish the Centre for Human-Inspired AI, focusing on areas such as robotics, healthcare, and climate change.


영국 랭커스터 대학교(Lancaster University)에서 한국인 영어 학습자분들을 대상으로 새로운 연구 프로젝트를 진행합니다. 전 과정 온라인으로 진행되어 어디서든 편하게 참여하실 수 있습니다. 여러분의 소중한 참여로 한국인의 영어 사용 방식을 알아보는 흥미로운 연구가 완성됩니다.
🎁 참여 혜택:
– 원어민 연구원과의 1:1 회화 연습
– 실전 영작 연습 & 맞춤형 영어 피드백 리포트
– 커피 기프티콘 총 3잔 선물! (첫 세션 후 1잔, 마지막 세션 완료 후 2잔 더 드려요! ☕☕)
📅 참여 방식: 총 2회의 온라인 세션 (Zoom 등을 이용, 각 세션당 약 60~80분 소요) 말하기와 쓰기 활동이 섞여 있어 부담 없이 즐겁게 참여하실 수 있습니다.
✅ 대상: 영어 실력에 상관없이 참여를 희망하는 18세 이상 한국인 누구나