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Soaring demand for weight loss drugs may lead to shortages
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned that the demand for weight loss drugs in the UK is becoming "unsustainable."
NISAR launches July 30—What to expect from NASA-ISRO's breakthrough satellite
ISRO is gearing up to launch the billion-dollar NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission on July 30.
WhatsApp now lets you start chats with a simple wave
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.21.24, through the Google Play Beta Program.
Samsung's Fold 7 aces durability tests despite ultra-thin design
Samsung's latest ultra-thin foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, has passed a rigorous durability test conducted by tech YouTuber Zack Nelson of JerryRigEverything.
How to enhance photo quality (no apps needed!)
Improving photo quality doesn't always require expensive software. There are plenty of free editing tools out there which can do a lot to make your images better.
Smart ways to manage your phone's notifications
In today's digital age, smartphones are our most indispensable tools, but they can also be the most distracting ones.
Scientists secretly tested Sun-dimming tech. California officials shut it down
Researchers in California quietly set out to test a radical solution for climate change: dimming sunlight by brightening clouds.
Teen geniuses outsmart top AI models at International Math Olympiad
The International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), the ultimate competition for young mathematicians, witnessed a surprising turn of events this year.
Can nuclear fusion produce gold? This start-up is trying
California-based start-up, Marathon Fusion, has proposed a revolutionary method to produce gold using nuclear fusion technology.
Google to pay ₹10L after Street View captures man naked
A man from Argentina has been awarded ₹10 lakh in damages after a Google Street View camera captured him naked in his own garden.
Google admits failing to warn millions before 2023 Turkey earthquake
Google has admitted that its earthquake early warning system failed to give an accurate alert during the devastating 2023 Turkey quake.
Apple might add 8x zoom lens to iPhone 17 Pro
The upcoming iPhone 17 Pro could be getting a major camera upgrade, including an enhanced optical zoom lens and a "Pro" version of the Camera app.
Google's Gemini AI wipes user's code, admits 'catastrophic' failure
In a shocking incident, Google's AI coding agent, Gemini CLI (command line interface), has been accused of deleting a user's code.
AIIMS researchers advocate for cancer warning labels on alcohol products
Researchers from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, have called for strong warning labels on alcohol products to prevent avoidable cancers.
Watch: Astronomers find a mysterious white dwarf emitting radio signals
A team of astronomers has discovered a white dwarf star that belongs to a rare class of objects known as long-period transients (LPTs), of which only 10 are known to date.
Tencent, SenseTime announce new AI models to rival Google, Anthropic
Tencent and SenseTime have unveiled their latest artificial intelligence (AI) models at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai.
Alibaba rolls out AI-powered smart glasses: What do they offer?
Alibaba has joined the race for smart glasses in China with its first pair of AI-powered spectacles.
Brain structure differences seen in children with restrictive eating disorders
A recent study has revealed that children suffering from restrictive eating disorders show distinct changes in their brain structure.
Why heart cancer is so rare compared to other types
Cancer is a disease caused by uncontrolled cell division, and it can occur in any part of the body.
Study says too much sleep is bad for you
While we often hear about the importance of getting enough sleep for our overall health, a new study suggests that oversleeping may also be bad for us.
Last solar eclipse of 2025: When and where to watch
The last solar eclipse of 2025 is approaching.
You can't unlock bootloaders on Samsung Galaxy devices anymore
Samsung is removing the option to unlock bootloaders from its Galaxy devices with the One UI 8 update.
Nearly half of all microplastic pollution comes from cars: Study
A recent study has revealed that nearly half of all microplastic pollution comes from cars. The research highlights the role of tire wear particles in contributing to this environmental crisis.
Copper-rich foods may boost brain health and memory
Recent research has indicated that copper, a mineral found in many foods, could have a significant impact on brain health.
Why you sleep more on holidays, how it benefits you
As the holiday season rolls in and alarm clocks are silenced or set later, our bodies take the opportunity to catch up on sleep.
Google Gemini can now generate crochet-style images from text prompts
Google's Gemini chatbot has added a new feature that generates crochet-style visuals from user prompts.
Global approach needed to regulate AI, says UN tech chief
Doreen Bogdan-Martin, the United Nations's top technology official, has stressed the urgent need for a global approach to artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
AI can improve online political discussions with polite, evidence-based counterarguments
A recent study published in the journal Science Advances has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance online political discourse.
Attention! This website used UP governor's name to commit fraud
A fake website using the name of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has been identified in a case of cyber fraud.
Personal data of Allianz Life customers stolen in cyberattack
Allianz Life, a leading US insurance company, has confirmed a major data breach in mid-July.
China may be building the world's largest telescope, clues suggest
There are growing speculations that China may be constructing the world's largest telescope.
Misled by Google Maps, car lands in ditch in Maharashtra
A woman was rescued after her car fell into a ditch in Navi Mumbai yesterday.
This affordable humanoid robot can run and do cartwheels
Unitree Robotics has unveiled its latest humanoid robot, the R1. Priced at a competitive $5,900 (approximately ₹4.8 lakh), the R1 is one of the most affordable bots in the market.
Huawei's latest AI system takes on NVIDIA's most powerful offering
Huawei Technologies, the Chinese tech giant, has unveiled its new artificial intelligence (AI) computing system at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai.
Scientists find evidence that life's building blocks came from space
A team of researchers at the Max Planck Institute has made a groundbreaking discovery, suggesting that the building blocks of life may be widespread in space.
Google's Gemini app hits whopping 450M monthly active users
Google's Gemini app has crossed the milestone of 450 million monthly active users, according to Shekar Khosla, Vice President of Marketing and Site Lead at Google India.
Trained dogs can detect Parkinson's with high accuracy
A recent study has shown that trained dogs can accurately detect Parkinson's disease, offering a glimmer of hope for early diagnosis.
Watch: NASA finds a possible new intermediate-mass black hole
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory have identified a potential new member of the rare intermediate-mass black hole (IMBH) class.
WhatsApp to let you import profile pictures from Instagram, Facebook
Meta is working on a new feature for WhatsApp that would let users import their profile pictures from Instagram or Facebook.
X using Community Notes to highlight posts that everybody likes
X, the social media platform, is testing a new feature within its Community Notes program.