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Earth could lose up to 80% of its glaciers by 2100 thanks to climate change,study predicts 

The number of glaciers on Earth could decrease by 80 per cent by the year 2100, a concering new model has predicted. Climate scientists at Carnegie Mellon Unive... read more

Bizarre dinosaur-bird hybrid soared over China 120 million years ago

Bizarre dinosaur-bird HYBRID with a head like T.Rex soared over China 120 million years ago, fossil analysis reveals A newly-found fossil may offer important in... read more

USDA approves first ever vaccine for HONEYBEES

USDA approves first ever vaccine for HONEYBEES – it makes them immune to a deadly bacteria that was only contained by burning the hive The US Department o... read more

WhatsApp to let users connect to the app via proxy servers 

WhatsApp is letting its users connect to the app using ‘proxy servers’ – intermediary gateways between users and web servers that let them go onl... read more

Medieval murder victim was killed by multiple sword blows to the head 700 years ago, study finds 

A medieval murder victim was killed by four sword blows to the head 700 years ago, scientists have found.  The young man was struck once from the front, creati... read more

Northern Lights could be visible as far south as Edinburgh tonight

It is a spectacular natural phenomenon that puts on a multi-coloured light show across the Arctic Circle. But tonight, lucky skywatchers in Britain might just ... read more

Retro Pod app transforms your iPhone into an iPod – including the classic scroll wheel

The company’s journey to the summit of the technology industry has been a rocky one, having seen Jobs (pictured right in 1976) leave the firm in the mid-1... read more

CES 2023: Bizarre $500 ‘smartwatch’ doesn’t have a clock

A bizarre $500 ‘smartwatch’ has a gemstone face instead of an interactive touchscreen display – and it doesn’t tell the time.  Nowatch, de... read more

Stephen Hawking’s wheelchair and 1996 PhD thesis will go on display outside of London

Stephen Hawking’s wheelchair, specially adapted glasses and 1996 PhD thesis will go on display outside of London for the first time Stephen Hawking’... read more

CES 2023: Arnold Schwarzenegger takes to the stage for BMW keynote

He played one of the most memorable machines in sci-fi movie history.  Now, the star of the Terminator films, Arnold Schwarzenegger, has appeared on stage to p... read more

First EVER orbital mission from UK soil could take place next week

It has been decades in the making, but the first ever orbital space launch on British soil could finally take place next week. Virgin Orbit has selected Monday,... read more

Robot lawyer takes its first case: Hearing next month will see the defendant get advice from AI

A court hearing in February is set to make history when the defendant is advised by artificial intelligence.  The technology stems from the company DoNotPay, f... read more

Mouthguard-shaped devices that brushes teeth in 10 SECONDS shown at CES

Brush while in a rush! Mouthguard-shaped device uses 35,000 bristles to clean your teeth in 10 SECONDS Y-Brush is a mouthguard-shaped device with 35,000 nylon ... read more

LG shows off a 97-inch wireless TV and transparent refrigerator with color-changing LED doors at CES

LG is designing interactive and wireless technologies for the homes of the future. The South Korean-based company announced a 97-inch wireless television and tr... read more

Hand-held gadget can reveal if bananas and avocados have gone off

End of squeezing fruit to check its ripeness? Supermarket gadget can reveal if bananas and avocados have gone off in under a second Three UK retailers are in ta... read more

Chrysler unveils two-seater cockpit concept with an ‘infotainment system’ and AI

It may look a little like the inside of the Back to the Future DeLorean or KITT from Knight Rider, but this is actually a real concept by car brand Chrysler. ... read more

Scientists show artificial tissue restores penile function in pigs

Scientists have developed an artificial tissue that successfully restored penile function in pigs and shows promise to one day be used on humans. The ‘bio... read more

New AI ‘baby translator’ knows why your child is crying

A new artificial intelligent-powered device is helping to answer the million-dollar question for new parents – why is my baby crying? Qbear is a circular,... read more

Mountain rescue dog Isla saves couple on Lake District’s Scafell Pike during New Year’s Day hike

Mountain rescue dog Isla saves couple who became stranded on Lake District’s Scafell Pike during New Year’s Day hike The Keswick Mountain Rescue Tea... read more

Withings unveils a smart device that you stick in your toilet and WEE to monitor your health

You can now stick a smart device in your toilet that will monitor your metabolic and reproductive health when you wee on it. Withings, known for its smartwatche... read more

CES 2023: Smart insole for high heels eases foot pain

A smart insole makes wearing high heels more comfortable – and can potentially reduce the risk of long-term health issues.  The insole, created by Italian co... read more

People are more likely to opt for unhealthy snacks when listening to songs at a high volume

If you’re trying to stick to your New Year diet, a new study advises turning your music down.  Researchers from the University of South Florida found tha... read more

Leaf-like device extracts water from air to produce hydrogen fuel

A small circular device inspired by a leaf can extract water from air to produce a clean energy source, a new study shows.  The ‘transparent porous cond... read more

The pasta hack that could save you time and money

It’s often said that to tell pasta is cooked you should throw it at the wall and see if it sticks. That is one thing, but given that the UK’s love a... read more