Extreme heat could impact the World Cup games. Here’s what cities are doing to prepare Posted May 31, 2026 As global temperatures rise, extreme heat could threaten athletes, fans, workers, and officials during this year’s World Cup games. Exposure to extreme heat can lead to nausea,…
AI smart glasses to help visually impaired runners take on London Marathon Posted May 30, 2026 Visually impaired runners are using AI-powered smart glasses as they prepare for the London Marathon. The glasses are not designed specifically for sight loss, but their cameras, …
How luxury watchmaking has become a fabric of Switzerland’s heritage Posted May 24, 2026 Inside workshops, watchmakers assemble movements by hand, working with components often smaller than a millimeter, where tolerances are measured in microns. It’s this level of …
Solar growth in China and India powers clean energy surge by 2025 Posted May 23, 2026 Record growth in solar, especially in China and India, was a driving factor for clean energy sources surpassing the world’s strong demand for electricity in 2025, according to a n…
Could more cattle cause record beef prices to drop? Ranchers say it’s not that simple Posted May 17, 2026 It’s never been so expensive for Americans to buy a steak or hamburger, but cutting those costs requires ranchers like Stephanie Hatzenbuhler to raise more cattle—and that’s not a…
Meet the people embracing “Londonmaxxing” to rediscover the capital Posted May 16, 2026 A new phrase is spreading across social media—“Londonmaxxing.” Part meme, part mindset, it describes a growing trend among influencers and young professionals who are rediscove…
Utility bills are exceeding mortgages in West Virginia despite Trump’s promised cuts Posted May 10, 2026 President Donald Trump, as part of his campaign pitch to “make America affordable again,” promised to cut Americans’ electricity bills by at least half. But it hasn’t worked. “…
Digital detox: welcome to the offline club for those wanting a screen-free connection Posted May 9, 2026 A new kind of club has emerged in Amsterdam—one where participants choose to go offline, away from their phones and other devices. The gathering reflects a wider trend, especially…
From Macintosh to iPhone: 50 years of Apple gadgets celebrated in new museum Posted May 3, 2026 The innovations of Apple Inc. are on show at the new Apple Museum in the Netherlands. It traces 50 years of the iconic brand’s innovations, from its first experimental models to t…
Business brains turn waste food into sought-after oil and fuel Posted May 2, 2026 Korogocho is one of Nairobi’s busiest food markets, where there’s a never-ending supply of food waste. It could become an environmental problem, but a small company has turned it …