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Ukraine is seeking to sign agreements with seven Nato countries to cooperate on drone development by the end of the year. The countries in question are the UK, France, Germany, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Poland. Kyiv's goal is to…

Russia has launched a series of missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, resulting in at least seven fatalities. The assault on the Ukrainian capital is the second major attack in less than a week. The attacks caused significant damage to…

China is investing heavily in robotics research, with a focus on creating dextrous hands for humanoid robots. This is considered the hardest problem in robotics, as it requires precise movement and coordination. The goal is to transform humanoid robots from…

The UK economy could receive a £176bn boost by making public transport fully accessible. A recent report highlights that the current network of buses, trains, and stations is inaccessible to many, effectively locking 2.8 million people out of the workforce.…

A class action lawsuit has been launched against an Australian aged care firm over allegations of illegal "signature" fees. Residents claim they were charged thousands of dollars without consent. The lawsuit accuses the firm of breaching consumer law and seeks…

A severe heatwave has gripped the US, resulting in at least 25 deaths. The heatwave, which has affected over 20 states, brought temperatures above 100F during the holiday weekend. A heat dome has formed over the eastern US, causing the…

Daphne Medley, a mathematician who made significant contributions to textile technology, has passed away. Medley's work applied mathematical principles to improve textile manufacturing processes. Her expertise in this field was highly regarded, and she published numerous papers on the subject.…