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Health news

Everything to know about the meningitis B outbreak in the UK

An outbreak of meningitis B has occurred in southeast England, with 20 confirmed or suspected cases so far. Here’s what you need to know about symptoms and treatment.

Tech News

Ever played Pokémon Go? You may have helped train delivery robots

A massive databse built by players of Pokémon Go is now being used Coco Robotics to help its street delivery robots better navigate busy urban environments.

Health news

Rising heat could drive surge in global inactivity, study warns

Analysing data from 156 countries, researchers say each additional month of extreme heat could significantly increase global inactivity levels, especially in lower-income regions.

Culture news

How this Oscar-winning documentary exposed Putin’s youth propaganda

'Mr Nobody Against Putin' has won Best Documentary Feature at this year’s Academy Awards. It follows Russian teacher Pavel Talankin, who secretly filmed pro-war messaging and patriotic lessons aimed at students after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Lifestyle

The 14 best dressed stars on the 2026 Oscars red carpet

The 98th Oscars have wrapped, but the fashion on the red carpet still has us talking. While One Battle After Another dominated the awards, who were the winners in the style stakes?

wellbeing

The hidden mental health crisis many women face during menopause

Most women in the UK are unaware that menopause can affect mental health - a new survey finds only 28 percent knew it could trigger conditions like depression or anxiety.

Art

David Hockney’s sweeping 70-metre-long artwork unveiled in London

An epic 70 metre art work by David Hockney, inspired by the Bayeux tapestry and the changing seasons in Normandy, is the star of a new landmark exhibition in London.

Food and Drink

Who is Wolfgang Puck? The chef feeding Hollywood at the Oscars 2026

Born in Austria and trained in some of Europe’s top kitchens, Wolfgang Puck made his name in Los Angeles, where his inventive cuisine won over Hollywood’s elite.

Destinations

Why Macao is one of 2026's most unique city breaks

At a recent Macao tourism event in London, the city’s attractions, culture, and gastronomy and latest offerings were showcased to guests.

Health news

Just thinking about tequila can put you in a party mood, study finds

A new study finds that thinking about different types of alcohol can influence mood and mindset, even without drinking.

wellbeing

These simple cognitive activities could lower Alzheimer’s risk

Keeping your brain active throughout life by learning new skills or reading could help delay Alzheimer’s disease.

Tech News

Inside China's 'robot school' where humanoids learn to do chores

Using VR headsets and controllers, Chinese researchers are teaching humanoids to carry out everyday tasks.

Space

This is what an 8.5 million year old 'jellyfish gallery' looks like

Seen as it was 8.5 billion years ago, the galaxy shows that the early universe was harsher than scientists previously thought.

Tech News

Boycott AI: Should you quit ChatGPT after its Pentagon deal?

A growing protest movement is encouraging people to cancel their subscriptions to the popular AI chatbot.

Art

Tracey Emin’s infamous bed takes centre stage in Tate Modern show

Spanning four decades, the major exhibition charts Emin's fearless exploration of trauma, desire, and survival across painting, sculpture, neon, film, and performance.

Tech News

Japan unveils AI-powered robot monk trained in Buddhist scriptures

Named “Buddharoid”, the humanoid robot has been trained on vast Buddhist scriptures and can hold engaging conversations while moving and gesturing like a human priest.

Health news

A simple blood test may help predict who is most likely to live longer

Scientists found that tiny RNA molecules in the bloodstream - known as piRNAs - were stronger predictors of short-term survival than age, cholesterol or lifestyle factors.

Tech News

Robot dogs and humanoid assistants take over a metro station in China

China's first full-space "robot cluster" is designed to support staff, speed up important train inspections, and make metro travel safer.

Health news

UK welcomes first baby born after womb transplant from dead donor

The groundbreaking womb transplant from a deceased donor is the first of its kind in the country and only the third ever carried out in Europe.

Tech News

Would you ride around London in a driverless, AI-powered taxi?

Supporters of the tech argue that autonomous vehicles could help reduce accidents caused by human error, but London’s iconic black cab drivers remain sceptical.

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