The US military will cease using live pigs and goats for trauma training, a practice made obsolete by advanced simulators. The ban, part of the 2025 defence bill, is hailed as a victory for animal rights.
Photographer Claire Beckett documents the role-players who simulate Afghan and Iraqi life for US military training. Explore the complex cultural dynamics of this unique preparation.
Japanese scientists use AI to create the most detailed star-by-star simulation of our galaxy, tracking 100 billion stars over cosmic time. Discover how this breakthrough transforms galactic research.
Scientists have created the most detailed virtual map of a mouse brain, featuring 10 million neurons and 26 billion synapses. Discover how this breakthrough could revolutionise neuroscience.
In a stunning virtual forecast, Football Manager 2026 predicts Manchester United's triumphant return to dominance with Premier League and Champions League success under Erik ten Hag's continued leadership.
Sports Interactive delivers another masterclass in football simulation with FM26, featuring revolutionary new features that will redefine virtual management.
Groundbreaking research exposes humanity's dark side when faced with existential threats, as computer models predict alarming spikes in violence during apocalyptic events.
Groundbreaking research from Oxford University reveals mathematical proof challenging the popular simulation hypothesis, suggesting our reality operates on fundamentally different principles than any conceivable computer simulation.
Sports Interactive delivers another masterclass in football management simulation with FM26, featuring groundbreaking AI improvements and enhanced matchday realism that will captivate both veterans and newcomers.
Sports Interactive's legendary football management simulator Football Manager 2026 is coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one, revolutionising how fans experience the beautiful game.
The Princess of Wales experienced life as a trainee RAF pilot during a hands-on flight simulation at RAF Wittering, showcasing her aviation skills and engaging with military personnel.
A League Two clash between Bradford City and Newport County was dramatically abandoned after 200 seagulls swarmed the pitch, creating dangerous conditions for players in an unprecedented wildlife invasion.
A terrifying new simulation shows a 48-storey Los Angeles skyscraper collapsing during a major earthquake, exposing critical flaws in modern steel-frame designs and raising urgent safety questions for cities worldwide.
A British woman is embarking on an extraordinary year-long mission to simulate life on Mars without ever leaving Earth. Discover how a specialised bunker in Bristol will become her Red Planet home.
Laura Marie, a UK scientist, has embarked on a gruelling year-long NASA simulation to test the human limits of a future mission to the Red Planet, living in isolation with three others.
A chilling scientific simulation reveals the catastrophic consequences for the UK if a massive asteroid struck the Atlantic Ocean, with tsunamis and firestorms rendering the nation uninhabitable.
Four NASA volunteers have completed a groundbreaking 378-day Mars mission simulation, living in a 3D-printed habitat to test human resilience for future Red Planet expeditions.
A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.
A horrific home invasion in Ontario, Canada, has left a father dead after being shot multiple times. The family was targeted in a 'pre-planned' attack, with the victim's wife and children forced to witness the brutal murder. Police are investigating the t
Exclusive deep dive into NBA 2K26's groundbreaking gameplay enhancements. Discover how Kyrie Irving's motion-captured skills and revolutionary new mechanics create the most authentic basketball simulation ever.
Former Everton and Manchester United manager David Moyes has launched a fierce defence of his old club, hitting back at Jack Grealish's recent comments about players 'going down easily' at Goodison Park. The Scot insists the real issue lies elsewhere in t
Despite cycling's massive global popularity, the video game industry has consistently failed to deliver a truly compelling simulation. Discover why creating the perfect cycling game remains an elusive challenge for developers.
A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.
A US man is diagnosed with the medieval plague, as harrowing new CGI simulation reveals the gruesome biological reality of the Black Death in the human body. Health officials on high alert.
Nigel Farage faces a firestorm of criticism after claiming the West 'provoked' Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with accusations he is parroting Kremlin and Iranian state talking points.
Buckingham Palace extends a formal invitation to President Zelensky to mark Ukraine's Independence Day in Britain, signalling a major diplomatic show of solidarity against Russian aggression.
A harrowing home invasion in Houston saw armed suspects impersonating law enforcement shot by a resident. The incident raises serious concerns about public safety and criminal tactics.
In a powerful letter marking Ukraine's Independence Day, Their Majesties express the UK's unwavering admiration for the nation's courage and pledge continued support against Russian aggression.
An NFL match between Tennessee Titans and Minnesota Vikings was bizarrely interrupted after a sex toy was thrown onto the pitch, leading to an unexpected link with the WNBA and sparking a major social media storm.
Britain announces a new intensive training programme for Ukrainian recruits, building on the success of Operation Interflex which has already prepared over 30,000 soldiers for combat.