Health Secretary Wes Streeting's 'virtual hospitals' plan offers 8.5m Zoom consultations, but its 2027 start date may be too late to save PM Keir Starmer's struggling premiership ahead of crucial elections.
The NHS is launching a new online hospital next year to tackle waiting lists. It will offer virtual specialist care for conditions like endometriosis and prostate issues. Discover how it works.
Apple has reportedly cut production of its high-end Vision Pro headset following sluggish sales. The tech giant also slashed marketing spend as it shifts focus towards AI wearables.
Apple reportedly cuts Vision Pro headset production due to sluggish sales. The £3,199 device failed to ignite the 'spatial computing' market. Read the full analysis.
Sports entertainment is transforming as fans demand personalised experiences. Explore the rise of VR headsets, AR glasses, and why more fans are attending games alone. Discover the future of watching live sport.
Sports fans are demanding more control, driving a revolution in viewing from VR courtside seats to AR glasses. Discover how the stadium experience is changing forever.
A US nurse discovered her 11-year-old son in AI sex chats with bots impersonating Whitney Houston & Marilyn Monroe. Plus, Trump's bizarre Santa call & more US news.
Virtual reality technology is helping older adults in care communities combat isolation, revive memories, and forge stronger social bonds. Discover how VR is creating a 'human bridge' for seniors.
A woman alleges male staff at Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland touched her repeatedly during a horror VR experience. The event has apologised and launched an internal review.
Mikey Strachan, 13, has an undiagnosed condition requiring 24/7 care. Through the Mirror's Christmas appeal for Lifelites, virtual reality technology lets him play football and explore worlds.
Explore how virtual currencies like Minecoins and Robux are transforming the gaming landscape for children and families, raising new questions about spending and digital value.
Scotland Yard pilots portable vape testers and drug detection 'torches' to tackle rising spiking offences in London. New VR training developed with Meta aims to boost awareness and reporting.
A 14-year-old boy, bullied after his sister's leukaemia diagnosis, found escape through Lifelites' virtual reality tech at a cancer support centre. His family's story highlights the charity's vital work.
Netflix surprises fans with a KPop Demon Hunters themed virtual fireplace. The one-hour festive special features Gwi-Ma's flames and a golden soundtrack. Stream it now for cosy winter vibes.
New research reveals poorly designed meetings lead to employee burnout and quitting. Discover the four meeting types and how to fix them for better wellbeing and retention.
An NHS doctor urges patients to cancel unneeded GP slots, freeing up millions of wasted appointments annually. Learn how this simple act can ease NHS pressures.
Hampshire and Thames Valley Police trial the UK's first AI officer, 'Bobbi', to handle non-emergency public queries. Discover how this virtual assistant is transforming policing.
Queen's Brian May reveals plans for AI-powered hologram concerts featuring Freddie Mercury, inspired by Abba Voyage's success. Could the original line-up reunite?
A 32-year-old Japanese woman has 'married' an AI persona she created. The mixed-reality ceremony, held in Okayama, sparks global debate on the future of relationships. Read the full story.
An AI-generated country artist, Breaking Rust, claims the top spot on Billboard's chart for a second week, selling 3000 copies and sparking a major music industry debate. Discover how virtual acts are reshaping entertainment.
The NHS is launching a groundbreaking trial of a new smartphone app that could dramatically reduce hospital waiting times and save millions by cutting missed appointments across England.
Semi-pro football club Hashtag United breaks new ground by signing an AI-generated virtual player, revolutionising football recruitment and sparking debate across the sporting world.
The iconic Louvre Museum partners with Washington's National Gallery of Art to launch an innovative digital platform, bringing priceless artworks to global audiences through immersive virtual experiences.
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
A Detroit police officer faces internal investigation after appearing without trousers during a crucial Zoom court proceeding, sparking widespread embarrassment and protocol reviews.
Discover how a forgotten digital world is experiencing a haunting revival this Halloween with a spectacular pumpkin festival attracting thousands of virtual visitors.
Telecoms giant BT launches new budget mobile service to compete directly with digital banking apps Revolut and Monzo in the UK's competitive mobile market.
In an unprecedented technological breakthrough, Albania's artificially intelligent government minister has revealed her digital pregnancy with 83 virtual children, as Prime Minister Edi Rama hails the nation's pioneering approach to governance.
The Void's flagship Las Vegas virtual reality attraction enters bankruptcy proceedings, leaving creditors owed millions and marking another casualty in the struggling VR entertainment sector.
Exclusive investigation reveals how AI companions are pushing boundaries into adult content, raising urgent questions about digital ethics and emotional dependency in the age of artificial intimacy.