Global study finds nearly half of reef-building coral species face extinction risk
A University of Portsmouth scientist helped lead a major global study that reassessed the extinction risk for reef-building corals worldwide.
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African American young adults prefer family support for older relatives care
A study led by Nekehia Quashie at the University of Rhode Island found African American young adults ages 18 to 39 favor family responsibility for caring for older adults.
Researchers identify first bacterial galactose oxidase enzyme for greener production
Scientists at Instituto de Tecnologia Química e Biológica António Xavier in Lisbon have described the first galactose oxidase found in bacteria.
Researchers highlight OECMs as key to global biodiversity targets
Scientists reviewing conservation policy note that other effective area-based measures outside national parks can help nations meet the 30 by 30 target by 2030.
Christie’s auction sold a pigeon-delivered internet packet for $24,600
A framed data packet originally sent by carrier pigeon in 2001 was sold at Christie's auction house for $24,600.
Amazon refreshes Kindle Paperwhite for 2026 with new features
Amazon has updated its Kindle Paperwhite e-reader for the 2026 model year.
Jura launches C9 bean-to-cup machine with 60C mild coffee mode
Jura has launched a new compact bean-to-cup espresso machine called the C9 that brews coffee at 60C.
New films in 2026 offer critical looks at major tech founders
Several movies released in 2026 present critical portrayals of Silicon Valley leaders including Mark Zuckerberg, Elizabeth Holmes, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman.
UK may expand BBC license fee to cover streaming services
UK leaders plan to propose extending the annual television licence charge to include online video platforms later this year.
Pakistan condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia at UN Security Council
Pakistan's acting Permanent Representative Usman Jadoon condemned Houthi strikes on Saudi infrastructure and called for an immediate halt during a United Nations Security Council debate on Thursday.