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Police conduct controlled explosion near US Embassy, London

Police conducted a controlled explosion near the US Embassy in London after a suspicious package was found. The area was cordoned off as a precaution, and initial indications suggest the item was a hoax device. The US Embassy has resumed business...

Stopping Amazon deforestation leads to lower hospital cases

Brazilian policy changes that disincentivized deforestation for agriculture resulted in thousands of avoided hospitalizations and deaths due to wildfire in the Amazon. New research from the University of Bonn and Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais found a reduction in forest fires...

Tigers and crocs make mangrove preservation tough work

The mangrove ecosystems globally are at risk of collapse by 2050 due to deforestation, development, pollution, and climate change. The Sundarbans in India and Bangladesh face significant preservation challenges, including the presence of saltwater crocodiles and Bengal tigers. Mangrove Preservation Challenges Threats to...

From Wimbledon to VAR, is tech hurting the drama of sport?

The use of technology in sports has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that it is improving accuracy and consistency while others believe it is detracting from the excitement and human element of sports. The implementation of systems such...

Why there’s a rush of African satellite launches

The African space industry is booming with close to 80 satellites currently in development. This represents a significant opportunity for African nations to chart their own way into orbit and beyond. The information gained from satellite data could help Africans monitor...

The green software that could make big carbon savings

The green software industry is making significant strides towards sustainability as companies prioritize reducing their carbon footprint. The Software Carbon Intensity (SCI) specification has become a global standard, helping measure emissions from software operation and hardware embodied carbon. Despite challenges in...

The superpowers of coatings make possible the impossible

Coatings have the power to transform materials, machines, and environments. They can supercharge high-performance machines, protect spacecraft from harsh conditions, and prevent biofilms from growing in low gravity environments. Researchers are developing stronger coatings for jet engines, improving coatings for the...

Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

Australia plans to ban social media for users under 16 years old. The proposed legislation aims to protect children from the negative effects of social media, including harm to their mental health. The laws would come into force 12 months after...

‘Amazing showcase’ for UK gaming industry cancelled

The UK’s prominent gaming event, WASD expo, has been cancelled due to increasing costs and decreased demand. This comes as a shock to the industry, which has seen mass lay-offs from major companies like Microsoft and Sony following record growth during...

US hacker sentenced over Bitcoin heist worth billions

US hacker Ilya Lichtenstein has been sentenced over a Bitcoin heist worth billions after his arrest in 2016. The Department of Justice recovered $3.6bn worth of assets, the biggest financial seizure in their history. Lichtenstein expressed remorse and hopes to use...

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