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This bird flies thousands of miles, but its wings have a catch
Scientists studying European nightjars discovered the migratory birds sacrifice flight efficiency for agility, using a wingbeat technique previously associated mainly with bats and insects.
Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
England is offering free meningitis B vaccines to a million young people following an outbreak in Kent earlier this year that caused 29 confirmed or suspected cases and two deaths.
‘Catastrophic wildfire loop’ after colonisation left parts of Australia more at risk from bushfires, study finds
A study of 1,000 years of vegetation history in southeastern Australia reveals that colonization’s land use changes created conditions for more intense wildfires by eliminating Indigenous cultural burning practices.
After a decade of wildfires, an overlooked election could shape California’s climate future
California’s insurance commissioner election could reshape the state’s climate future as two Democratic candidates propose competing visions for addressing widespread home insurance availability and affordability crises stemming from devastating wildfires.
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‘I created my mom and talk to her’: AI ghosts and deathslop are changing the way we mourn
AI-generated tributes to deceased celebrities, dubbed “deathslop,” are proliferating online, while some families are using generative AI griefbots as personal mourning tools with consent from living relatives.
Voicemod’s new pocket-friendly device brings real-time voice changing to your phone
Voicemod introduced a mobile device enabling real-time voice changing on smartphones and tablets for gaming, calls, and streaming, priced at $99.90 standalone or $129.90 with a Pro license.
This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
SimpliSafe launches its Video Doorbell Series 2 with AI-powered threat detection and live agent monitoring, allowing human security guards to respond to suspicious activity at your front door.
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
Fujifilm introduced the Instax Pal 2, a pocket-sized digital camera featuring a 10-megapixel sensor, optical viewfinder, and LCD screen, launching in the US later this month for $169.95.
Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI
Meta launches global subscription bundles pairing app subscriptions with AI features, offering tiers for individuals starting at $7.99 monthly and business options up to $499.
Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber
Light is adding rideshare integration to its minimalist phones, allowing users to book Uber and Lyft rides directly through a new tool while maintaining the device’s philosophy of minimal notifications.
Kia’s electric van lineup is getting more interesting with reveal of PV7
Kia unveiled its PV7 electric van this week, the second model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle lineup. The longer van offers passenger and cargo variants with advanced battery technology and an eye-catching design.
The U.S. is trying to reduce its reliance on China for batteries. Here’s what it’s up against
The Trump administration awarded $500 million in battery technology funding this August, but analysts say it falls far short of the billions needed to reduce U.S. dependence on China’s dominant battery supply chain.
Wealthy investors seek oil and gas assets, but bargains are scarce
Wealthy investors are increasingly targeting oil and gas assets, but strong competition from institutional investors and private equity firms is limiting deal availability at favorable valuations.
25 years after 9/11, the U.S. starts rolling back travel restrictions, from liquids to gate access
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the U.S. is gradually easing airport security measures including shoe removal and liquid restrictions through improved scanning technology and trusted traveler programs.
US borrowing costs hit 5% for first time since 2023 amid bond sell-off
US 10-year Treasury yields reached 5% for the first time since 2023 as Middle East tensions and soaring oil prices triggered a global bond market sell-off amid mounting inflation concerns.
Pubs, hotels and gyms in Wales to get 30% business rates cut
Wales announced a 30% cut in business rates for pubs, hotels, and cinemas starting April 2027, funded by increased rates on highest-value properties.