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Co-op's Singing Delivery Robots Transform UK Shopping

Co-op's revolutionary autonomous delivery robots now serenade customers with songs while delivering groceries, creating a futuristic shopping experience across British towns.

Bosnian village remembers 19 flood victims one year on

A small Bosnian village solemnly remembers the 19 victims of catastrophic flooding and a devastating landslide that struck exactly one year ago, forever changing their community.

Delivery Robots Expand Across UK in Starship Rollout

Starship Technologies, founded by Skype co-creator Ahti Heinla, is dramatically expanding its autonomous delivery robot network across British towns, revolutionising how consumers receive groceries and parcels.

Indonesia School Collapse: Death Toll Hits 14

Tragedy deepens in Indonesia as emergency crews recover more victims from collapsed school building, with search operations continuing for missing persons amid growing community anguish.

Eerily Human Robot Head Blurs Line Between Man and Machine

Breakthrough in robotics creates eerily human-like robotic head with realistic facial expressions and eye contact that could revolutionise human-machine interaction

NVIDIA Opens AI Research Lab in Tokyo

Tech giant NVIDIA partners with Japan's leading research organisations to establish Tokyo AI Lab, driving innovation in robotics, healthcare and autonomous systems.

Taiwan's great flood clean-up: community unites to rebuild

In an extraordinary display of community spirit, thousands of volunteers from all walks of life descended on a devastated Taiwanese town to help clear the wreckage left by catastrophic flooding.

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines overnight, collapsing buildings including nightclubs and homes while people slept. The catastrophic tremor has left at least 60 dead and hundreds injured in one of the deadliest seismic events

01/10/2025 06:54

China's humanoid robot runs at 12km/h in world first

Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics has unveiled a groundbreaking humanoid robot that can run at impressive speeds while carrying heavy loads, marking a significant leap in robotics technology.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation

Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.

Tesla Stock Tumbles as Musk's AI Plans Spark Investor Fury

Tesla shares plummet as Elon Musk's aggressive pivot to AI and robotics sparks a massive investor sell-off, wiping billions from the company's valuation and raising serious questions about its future direction.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

Divers Shatter Records with First-Ever Descent to Lake Tahoe's Bottom

A team of elite divers has successfully reached the deepest point of Lake Tahoe, a historic first that unveils the lake's hidden secrets and pushes the boundaries of human exploration.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 06:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 19:24

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 06:27

Is 'Clanker' an Offensive Slur Against Robots?

A new derogatory term for robots, 'Clanker', is sparking a fierce online debate. As AI integration grows, experts warn such language could have serious real-world consequences for human-machine relations. Discover the origins of the slur and why linguists

Oxford Study Names 36 Jobs Most Likely Replaced by AI

Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford exposes the 36 professions at highest risk from the AI revolution, from telephone sales to bookkeeping. Is your job on the list?

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

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.

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited

A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.

Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst

Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.

FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims

In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov