Science & Tech
Like humans, dolphins with life-long friendships age slower, study finds
- Science
Ancient DNA explains why some people live to be over 100
Hunter-gatherer genes likely favoured during the last Ice Age could be helping modern-day Italians live longer life
The Independent
- Science
Scientists identify key tipping point when bird flu could cause a pandemic in humans
Simulation finds quarantining is most effective in controlling human spread as long as it is done when number of infected people is as low as two
The Independent
- Science
Something in space is sending us bright blue flashes – and now scientists might know what they are
‘LFBOTs’ have mystified scientists for more than a decade
The Independent
- Technology
Dolby and LG introduce a modular home audio system for CES 2026
The LG Sound Suite features a modular lineup that can be combined in more than two dozen different configurations.
Engadget
- Lifestyle
Children’s tsar urges parents to ditch their phones during festive family time
Dame Rachel de Souza’s comments came as she launched a new guide offering parents tips and advice for online safety, as well as around screen time.
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China reportedly has a prototype EUV machine built by ex-ASML employees
Reuters reports that scientists in China have created a prototype of a machine that could eventually be used to produce semiconductor chips capable of powering AI.
Engadget
- Science
This Jurassic Park science is now a reality
Researchers say they can use the talents of pesky blood-sucking mosquitoes to their benefit
The Independent
- Science
Astronomers find mysterious lemon-shaped exoplanet with NASA's Webb telescope
Space is full of unsolved mysteries, and a team using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have recently turned up a doozy.
Engadget
- Politics
Billionaire Trump nominee confirmed to lead NASA amid Moon race
The US Senate on Wednesday approved President Donald Trump's re-nomination of billionaire Jared Isaacman to head NASA, following months of backtracking and uncertainty over the space agency's future.Trump first nominated Isaacman after the president's 2024 election victory, but withdrew the nomination in April 2025, before re-issuing it again in November.
AFP
- Science
Astronomers make huge discovery under Saturn’s moon that could change search for alien life
NASA’s planned Dragonfly mission is expected to provide more clarity on the moon’s innards
The Independent
- Business
Meta is 'pausing' third-party VR headsets from ASUS and Lenovo
Meta is pumping the brakes on third-party Horizon OS headsets from ASUS and Lenovo as it shifts its attention and resources away from the metaverse.
Engadget
- Technology
This cute little Behringer synthesizer sounds massive and costs just $49
Behringer just released the UB-1 Micro portable synthesizer. It's based on the Oberheim Matrix and is extremely budget-friendly.
Engadget
- News
Riddle of nuclear science professor shot dead at home
A professor of nuclear science and engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) was fatally shot at his home, police said.
The Telegraph
- News
Evri delivery worker claims police have detained staff over parcel theft ‘several’ times in BBC exposé
An Evri delivery worker has claimed police have investigated staff over parcel theft within the courier company. In a BBC Panorama episode which aired on Monday (December 15), an anonymous Evri courier told the broadcaster staff had been detained by police at Evri delivery centres “on several occasions”. ”Either delivery unit staff, or the delivery unit manager has been detained by the police and carted off with a whole load of parcels,” the courier said, adding “I know theft is happening”.
The Independent
- Politics
How Trump’s Bid to Crush State AI Laws Splits His Own Party
Trump's attempt to restrict states' ability to regulate AI has drawn fierce backlash, even from supporters.
Time
- News
Prehistoric teenager defied odds to survive lion attack for months, study suggests
The boy could have been hunting when he was attacked over 6,000 years ago, archaeologists said
The Independent
- Technology
Google's Gemini 3 Flash model outperforms GPT-5.2 in some benchmarks
Almost exactly a month after the debut of Gemini 3 Pro in November, Google has begun rolling out the more efficient Flash version of its latest AI model.
Engadget
- Lifestyle
Where you should never install a home security camera
Security cameras can protect your home - but here’s where you should not be installing them.
The Independent
- Technology
How a VPN works (and why you should care)
An explanation that gets technical without requiring a PhD to read.
Engadget
- Technology
Samsung will show off its expanded Micro RGB TV series at CES
Samsung has announced that it will be showing off an entire lineup of Micro RGB TVs at CES 2026 ranging from 55- to 115-inch models.
Engadget
- Science
Woman recognised as ‘first black Briton’ by BBC was actually white
A woman who was recognised as the “first black Briton” by the BBC was actually white, a new genetic study has shown.
The Telegraph
- Technology
Alexa Home Theater: Everything you need to know about Amazon's newest Echo feature
Testing the spatial surround sound feature with the company's latest smart speakers.
Engadget
- News
File-sharing service fined £20,000 amid Online Safety Act crackdown
Ofcom launched an investigation into Im.ge in June, alongside six other file-sharing services.
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Study reveals devastating effect solar storms could have on satellites
Even single collision between satellites may develop into a cascade
The Independent
- News
Europe's Ariane 6 rocket puts EU navigation satellites in orbit
Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket successfully placed two satellites into orbit to join the EU's rival to the GPS navigation system on Wednesday after the mission blasted off from French Guiana.Ariane 6 also blasted a weather satellite into orbit in August followed by a satellite for the EU's observation programme Copernicus last month.
AFP
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Ariane 6 rocket launches with EU Galileo satellite
The EU has once again launched its Galileo satellites on a European rocket, after years of being dependent on the Russians and Americans.
DW English
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Archaeologists unearth ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to sun god Ra
Lowered groundwater levels favoured excavation of temple site first identified in 1901
The Independent
- Science
Decades-long study reveals age when physical ability peaks
It is never too late to start moving, scientists say
The Independent
- Science
'Extremely exciting': the ice cores that could help save glaciers
Dressed in an orange puffer jacket, Japanese scientist Yoshinori Iizuka stepped into a storage freezer to retrieve an ice core he hopes will help experts protect the world's disappearing glaciers.The scientists hope that the samples contain material dating back 10,000 years or more, though much of the glacier melted during a warm spell around 6,000 years ago.
AFP
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Italy: Mass dinosaur footprint discovery near Olympics venue
Thousands of dinosaur footprints have been discovered in the Italian Alps close to the 2026 Winter Olympics venue of Bormio. The well preserved tracks are thought to be over 200 million years old.
DW English
- Technology
The last Xbox update of 2025 includes a handy Wireless Headset upgrade
Microsoft is updating the Xbox Wireless Headset so that it supports Bluetooth LE Audio on Windows 11 devices.
Engadget
- Business
NYT Games has a year-in-review thing now too
The New York Times is getting in on the year-end roundup bandwagon.
Engadget
- Business
George Osborne takes role with ‘most exciting company in the world’ OpenAI
The former chancellor is leaving his job with investment bank Evercore to take up the role.
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Texas sues five TV manufacturers over predatory ad-targeting spyware
AG Ken Paxton accused Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense and TCL of "spying on Texans."
Engadget
- Technology
The Hidden Danger Inside AI Toys for Kids
AI companions could stunt children’s developing brains.
Time
- Technology
Ban nudity on phones to protect children, say ministers
The Government will urge tech firms to block explicit images on phones and computers by default to protect children.
The Telegraph
- Science
Green comet makes closest approach to Earth
An interstellar comet will make its closest approach to Earth on Friday, with amateur astronomers advised to look out for the green visitor.
The Telegraph
- Politics
Jensen Huang Gets What He Wants
An exclusive interview with the Nvidia CEO on power, politics, and AI.
Time
- Business
CES 2026 preview: What we're expecting from tech's biggest conference in January
CES 2026 will feature press conferences from companies like Samsung and AMD, and new breakthroughs in robotics and AI.
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