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If you're a social media obsessed Gen Z, the iPhone 16 Plus could be just what you're looking for. Apple unveiled its latest flagship range this month, which includes the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. They only go on sale to the public this Friday, but MailOnline's Shivali Best was given early access to the iPhone 16 Plus and has spent the last week with the device. From Instagram-worthy colours to incredible battery life, here's why the £899 smartphone is perfect for Gen Z.

Out of this world! Inventor builds a fully functional flying saucer-inspired jet boat - as incredible footage shows the vehicle reaching 31mph as it skims across the water

Whether or not you believe in UFOs , there's no denying that this incredible craft is truly out of this world. Amazing footage shows how an inventor has created a fully functional flying saucer-shaped jet boat in his home workshop. Made of fiberglass and a few steel plates, the stunning creation features automatic doors, light-up panels, and just enough room for the pilot to sit. While it might not soar through the air, the boat still clocks some impressive speeds reaching 31 mph (50km/h) as it skims across the water. In a post on Facebook sharing the amazing invention, the craftsman Tran Long Ho wrote: 'I created what I was dreaming.'

Aside from blocking up our sewers, sending anything down the U-bend other than the 'three Ps' - pee, poo, and paper - can have harmful impacts on nature.

When I was a small boy, I was adopted. Many years later, I went in search of my biological family, but for my sister Betsy it was too late: she had died. This is how I was reunited with her - in Heaven.

Nine in ten (90 per cent) young Brits say the 2000s have come back into fashion, boosted by a comeback of pop-punk music and TV shows.

iPad users have been warned not to install Apple's latest iOS 18 update after the new software was found to brick brand-new devices.

Groovy gibbons! Hilarious video reveals how apes dance just like humans - with moves 'like a cross between the robot and vogueing'

Like a cross between Peter Crouch and Michael Jackson , a hilarious video reveals the moment a cheeky gibbon performs a dance for a captive audience. The female, filmed at a rescue centre in Ninh Bình, Vietnam, has her back turned as she dramatically drops and shifts, described as a 'cross between a robot dance and vogueing'. Scientists have observed seven gibbons performing the elaborate dance, consisting of jerky sideways and upward movements worthy of a 1970s New York nightclub.

It's not just vegetables that are better frozen - you should be scoping out the freezer aisle for meat and fish too, a top Harley Street Nutritionist has revealed.

The home-heating devices, which have become a popular fixture in middle class homes, are said to be one of the main drivers of harmful air pollutants in UK cities.

A group of UN experts has called for greater global collaboration on Artificial Intelligence and said its development cannot be left to market forces.

For many singletons, the daily commute is the perfect opportunity to get online and browse through your dating apps.But if you travel with Northern, there's bad news for you.

Revealed: The most and least protective cycle helmets sold in the UK - and scientists say

It's a must-have item for cyclists in busy cities across the UK. But with options ranging from budget brands to the highest-end racing gear, knowing where to start when it comes to buying a helmet can be overwhelming. Thankfully, help is at hand as researchers from Imperial College London have revealed the most and least protective helmets available in the UK. Best of all, their research shows you don't have to splash the cash for the best protection. So, is your helmet up to scratch?

One simple tip can reduce what's known as 'videoconferencing fatigue' - the feeling of exhaustion from spending too long on Zoom, report scientists in Singapore.

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Psychotherapist have revealed the reason why Kamala Harris may be using using 'fake accents' along her campaign trail. Harris has been observed to switch up her speech several times this month.

A team from the University of Southampton has succesfully stored the full human genome on a crystal, and say it could provide a blueprint to bring humanity back from extinction.

Apple rolled out iOS 18 this week. Despite being packed with new features, early downloaders have already taken to social media to slam the new operating system.

First-of-its-kind space balloon  launches in Florida - fitted with luxury bar, recliner

Space Perspective, a Florida-based space tourism company, completed the second unmanned test flight of their Spaceship Neptune aircraft Sunday. The aircraft won't carry passengers to the edge of space until 2025, but over 1,800 people have already purchased a $125,000 ticket.

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Scientists find microplastics in worrying new body part

Scientists have discovered thousands of chemicals hiding in everyday products like tupperware and canned goods that are contaminating food and finding their way into human bodies. A separate study also discovered that microplastics could find their way into the human brain through an unexpected body part.

The coordinated attack - which targeted the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah - saw the small devices go off at around 15:30 local time across Lebanon and Syria .

After a mountaintop collapsed into the sea in Greenland, a skyscraper-sized 'mega-tsunami' shook the Earth for nine straight days. Scientists say climate change is to blame.

The eerie creature appeared to have a long snout, small top of the head and lumps down its back, which some people are claiming was a skinwalker or chupacabra.

A new study has revealed the top 15 most rat-infested cities in America. These pernicious pests are synonymous with city life, but some urban areas have a bigger rat problem than others.

Hezbollah pager explosions: How could Israel have triggered the deadly blasts?

Nine people, including two young girls, were killed and thousands were maimed across Lebanon today, after pagers used by Hezbollah fighters simultanously exploded across the country.  The wave of sudden and unexpected detonations, which began around 3.45pm local time (1345 GMT) and lasted roughly an hour, giving way to widespread panic and chaotic scenes across Beirut's southern suburbs, the Bekaa Valley and southern Lebanon.  No one has yet claimed responsibility for the mass incident, though Hezbollah and Lebanon's government has pointed the finger at Israel, which hasn't yet commented.

A new study of Mars' gravitational field has revealed mysterious structures hiding beneath the sediment layers of a lost ocean. Experts still aren't sure what they are or how they formed.

They're some of the most beautiful creatures on Earth. But new figures have revealed that Britain is in the midst of a 'butterfly emergency', with numbers of the winged insects at a record low.

A US state experienced one of its largest earthquakes on record Monday evening. The USGS reported the region was hit by a 5.1 magnitude quake that rattled homes for at least 10 seconds.

Woke scientists from the University of Cambridge say that pubs should ditch the pint in favour of two-thirds servings in order to curb the nation's boozing habits.

Van Gogh's Starry Night is scientifically accurate! Artist used brushstrokes to reveal

Vincent Van Gogh's 'The Starry Night' is one of the most famous paintings in the world, recently voted by Brits as the greatest artwork of all time. Painted in 1890, the paintings legendary swirling backdrop has long been interpreted as a reflection of the artist's state of mind. But a new study suggests the post-impressionist masterpiece -held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York - actually has more scientific merit than history has given it credit.

Six states will plunge into cooler temperatures this week as a 'strong cold front' moves across the western United States. This system will also bring high winds and severe storms to some areas.

Neanderthal remains recovered from a cave in France have been named 'Thorin' after a character from J.R.R. Tolkien's book The Hobbit. Now, his bones are rewriting early human history.

It was one of Britain's greatest ever structures, constructed in London's Hyde Park in just 190 days between 1850 and 1851 - in time for Prince Albert's Great Exhibition.

AT&T will pay millions of dollars to customers affected by a data breach in January 2023. As part of the settlement, the company will also take steps to strengthen its security measures.

AI predicts what Oxford Street could look if traffic is banned under Sadiq Khan's new

It's one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. But London's Oxford Street could look very different by 2026 - if Sadiq Khan's new plans are approved. The Labour Mayor ignited a huge row today after the Government gave him new powers to force through a £150million pedestrianisation of Oxford Street. Mr Khan wants work to start within two years to remove all vehicles from the famous shopping street - despite warnings it could become a crime-ridden 'no-go area'. So, what would a traffic-free Oxford Street look like? MailOnline asked AI for its predictions.

Scientists are planning to pack the northeast Pacific Ocean with millions of tons of iron each year in hopes of slowing global warming, but critics warn it could be devastating for ocean life.

Instagram tightens up its teen policy today as the Meta-owned app introduces 'Teen Accounts' for under-16s with strict safety restrictions controlled by parents.

From oysters to chocolates, many foods are regularly touted as powerful aphrodisiacs. But if you really want to boost your libido, a new study suggests an unusual alternative.

Several users have taken to X (formerly Twitter ) to complain that the latest update is draining their battery life.

Is this how the woolly mammoth went extinct? Ancient beasts suffered from HAY FEVER,

How exactly the species died out 4,000 years ago is something of a mystery, but a study presents a compelling new theory. Researchers in Europe point the finger at plant pollen, which they say gave the mammoths allergies that damaged their sense of smell. This made it more difficult to smell a mate from a distance which affected breeding rates, eventually leading to population decline and collapse. Researchers analysed tissue samples from mammoth corpses recovered from permafrost in north-eastern Siberia. They found traces of immunoglubulins (proteins that fight infection) as well as plant metabolites, volatile organic compounds and pollen.

Apple's biggest update yet is launching today at 1pm ET. Here's a full guide to which iPhones are compatible with iOS 18, how to install the update and what you can expect to see.

Google users are advised to update their Chrome browsers within the next 72 hours to avoid hackers exploiting two security bugs, which lets them remotely access computers and phones.

A self-aware narcissist has revealed the 'toxic' phrases he has used to manipulate his partner in hopes of saving others from falling victim to such tactics.

Just in time for spooky season, a super harvest blood moon will light up the night sky Tuesday, appearing larger than normal and tinged red. Here's how to see the celestial wonder.

Scientists discover a 'third state' beyond life and death - in breakthrough that could

In sci-fi films such as 'Frankenstein' and 'Re-Animator', human bodies are brought back to life, existing in a freakish condition between life and death. While this sounds like the stuff of fantasy, a new study says a 'third state' of existence really does exist in modern biology. According to the researchers at the University of Washington and City of Hope National Medical Center, California, the third state consists of cells of dead organisms that can continue to function even after the organism's demise.

Researchers at the University of Chicago found as farmers used more pesticides, the infant mortality rate rose by nearly eight percent, adding up to an additional 1,334 baby deaths.

If you've ever felt like your dog knows what you're thinking, you might just be right. That's according a new study, which has revealed that dogs' brains sync with ours when they gaze into our eyes.

A volcano could be due to erupt, new research has revealed. The more than 9,000-foot-tall volcano has showed signs of bulging, suggesting magma is filling up below Earth's surface.

Earth is about to gain a new cosmic companion. Researchers have found a mini-moon that will enter our planet's orbit for about two months, from September to November.

Bombshell UFO hearings to take place in Congress as new footage emerges of 'huge' craft

The new Senate inquiry comes as many American civilians have reported their own UFO sightings - including a 'huge' UFO with 'tons of blinking and spinning lights' caught on video just 60 miles from a US Air Force base armed with nuclear weapons. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), who confirmed the hearing, added: 'It's a priority for me'

Scientists from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service have found that the hole in the ozone layer was slower to form and smaller than in previous years.

Reddit is experiencing a nationwide outage that has taken down the app and website. Thousands of users have reported error messages and comments disappearing from the site.

Tech fans may need to wait until October to get their hands on Apple's new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max as Apple pushes back shipping targets by up to a month.

The UK's Met Office says people in Scotland, northern England and Northern Ireland will be able to witness the colourful light display.

Beware of the 'Hot Tub of Despair': Terrifying pool appears harmless to the naked eye -

With a name like the 'Hot Tub of Despair', you might not be surprised to learn that this bizarre structure is more dangerous than it might first appear. While it may seem like a harmless pool of cloudy water to the naked eye, the Hot Tub of Despair is so deadly that almost anything that enters is instantly killed. The 100ft (30.5m) wide 'bottomless' pond contains a toxic mix of ultra-salty water, methane, and hydrogen sulphide which only a handful of creatures can survive. When it was discovered in 2015, researchers found that the banks were littered with the curiously preserved corpses of creatures which tried to swim in the warm waters.

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Two DailyMail.com reporters put Safety Shot to the test as the brand claims that the drink can lower blood alcohol content within 30 minutes and stop a hangover before it starts.

Apple has announced the launch of AirPods 4, which will feature smaller cases but longer battery life. The latest generation of AirPods also includes noise cancellation abilities.

A stunning blood red 'supermoon eclipse' is set to light up the night sky next week, which will appear up to 14 percent larger and 30 percent brighter than the average.

Ninety-five percent of Americans subscribe to more than one provider, many starting with free trials that they forget to cancel.

I visited Apple Park for the iPhone 16 launch - here's what REALLY happens behind-the-scenes at the secretive Cupertino headquarters

At first glance at this structure, you'd be forgiven for mistaking it as a spaceship from the latest science fiction blockbuster. But the building is very much real, and is home to one of the most famous technology companies in the world. Apple Park in Cupertino, California, has been the corporate headquarters of Apple since 2017. While the tech giant is usually extremely restrictive about which visitors it lets in, MailOnline's Shivali Best was selected to visit the site for the iPhone 16 launch event this week. From Apple-branded coffees to an observatory with a strict no-photo policy, here's what it's really like inside the secretive Cupertino headquarters.

A globe-spanning commercial air traveler has scored a deal with Elon Musk's SpaceX to offer satellite-based Starlink WiFi service on all their flights

Two NASA astronauts stranded in space after a fiasco involving a Boeing space craft have held their first press conference.

Comprehensive, precision-laser surveys, conducted via aircraft over the tiny Pacific island of Temwen, have revealed just how advanced its lost city Nan Madol once was

Scientists accidentally discovered a new species of parasitic wasp that grows inside the bodies of living flies before bursting out of their stomachs like a xenomorph from the 'Alien' movies.

Never work with children or (robot) animals! Watch the moment Boston Dynamics' robot dog falls down a flight of stairs and breaks at Jaguar Land Rover's battery testing facility in Coventry

This is the moment a £60,000 robot dog takes a catastrophic fall down a flight of stairs and breaks during a botched demo. MailOnline caught the dramatic event on camera during a visit to Lyons Park, Jaguar Land Rover's battery testing facility in Coventry.

The Royal Mail's new stamps include the cucumber spider, the ladybird spider, the candy-striped spider and the woodland jumping spider.

A US state has broken the record for the most magnitude 4 and above earthquakes in a single year. Locals are worried that the heightened seismic activity means that 'the big one' is coming.

2024 ON has a diameter anywhere between 721 and 1,575 feet (220 to 480 metres) - meaning it could be nearly as big as the One World Trade Center in New York.

An expert engineer thinks that superfast 6G networks could arrive by the end of the decade but warns they will be so powerful it would drain your phone in just 30 minutes.

The weirdest studies of the year are revealed in the spoof 'Ig Nobel' awards - from

The annual Ig Nobel awards recognise scientific discoveries that 'first make people laugh, and then make them think'. They are awarded by the science humour magazine the Annals of Improbable Research, which ' celebrates the unusual and honours the imaginative '.

Brazilian UFO researcher and author Edie Meireles has boasted that his candid snaps were 'the only selfie with a flying saucer' - but critics claim the images were staged

Billionaire Jared Isaacman shared his emotional first words as he completed the world's first private space walk, saying: 'From here Earth sure looks like a perfect world'

While billionaire Jared Isaacman may have made history with his first private spacewalk, social media users have branded the mission 'boring' and complained that it wasn't a true spacewalk.

Elon Musk 's SpaceX made history this morning after pulling off the world's first commercial spacewalk. But a conspiracy theory claims that the spaceflight company faked it.

Revealed: The 8 new emoji officially coming to your smartphone next year - including one

From friendly smiley faces to cheeky peaches, emoji form a staple part of many of our daily messages. Now, eight new emoji have been confirmed for version 16.0 of the Unicode Standard. This includes a harp, a shovel, and a splatter - as well as a face with bags under its eyes. While users will have to wait until next year to use them, the new emoji have already created quite a buzz on social media.

It's often seen as a taboo subject. But a new survey is finally lifting the lid on the sex lives of thousands of people around the world.

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Marie Morice, who worked at the United Nations in New York for seven years, made a unique career switch. She retrained to be a sex therapist, swapping boardrooms for bedroom antics.

Several Microsoft services are down amid a US-wide outage affecting tens of thousands of Americans. The issue appeared to start around 7.50am ET Thursday.

Researchers suggest it could be prescribed as an alternative treatment for the condition which causes red, itchy eyes and affects around one in seven Brits

How you may soon be able to hold hands with a loved one who lives thousands of miles away

Long-distance friendships and relationships can be hard at the best of times. But new technology might soon let you hold hands with a loved one from thousands of miles away. Experts have designed a soft fingertip device that enables the realistic feeling of touch - one of the most complex sensations in the human body

The internet is often our first port of call when we're stumped by a question - but the worldwide web is fighting back with a seemingly impossible brainteaser of its own.

Researchers are shedding light on an ancient Babylonian tablet known as the oldest map of the world. The map was likely created around 2,600 years ago and offers a glimpse into the past.

Astronomers have discovered a smiley-face-shaped structure on Mars -and it could be more than just a planetary quirk. It may be harboring signs of past life on the Red Planet.

Researchers have discovered that a tiny tropical fish sizes itself up in a mirror before attacking another fish, suggesting they possess sophisticated, human-like self-awareness.

Do you know your Gordon Setter from your Deerhound? Rare dog breeds soar in popularity in

Rare breeds have seen the biggest increase in popularity this year, according to official statistics revealed by the Kennel Club in London. You might never have heard of them but the Gordon Setter, Deerhound and Manchester Terrier are all classified as 'vulnerable native breeds' due to their low numbers in the UK, but have seen the biggest percentage increases in puppy births in the first half of this year.

Having a canine around reduces feelings of pain during recovery from a physical ordeal, report scientists at Humboldt University in Berlin, Germany.

The UK winner of the James Dyson Award is a bizarre but ingenious invention - but can you guess what it does?

More than half of people store items in the fridge that don't belong and a brainteaser has asked people to identify the 10 items that don't belong in less than 60 seconds.

A US mine has been spewing metals and highly acidic water into a nearby creek that feeds a major river since the 1950s. Officials said the solution is 'pure acid' and deadly to human health.

Perfectly preserved corpse of Saint Teresa who died 450 years ago is hailed a 'miracle'

The remains of Saint Teresa of Avila, who died in 1582, has been hailed one of 'God's miracles' after doctors and scientists exhumed her body housed in a Spanish church. The saint has been kept in a silver, marble-encased tomb for nearly 450 years.

Jeff Bezos' plans to launch a pair of Blue Origin space probes to Mars next month have been scrapped by NASA over concerns the company's rocket may not be ready to launch by then.

Apple discontinued three popular iPhones after announcing the release of the iPhone 16 at its Glowtime event on Monday.

As SpaceX's billionaire-funded Polaris Dawn mission prepares for the first private spacewalk, MailOnline takes a look at the all-civilian crew undertaking this risky challenge.

A 2,000-year-old Roman military camp has been discovered high in the mountains of Switzerland. The camp was connected to an ancient battle that raged between the Romans and a local tribe.

The 'Harvard University' brainteaser that 90% of people fail - can YOU solve it?

A viral brain teaser asks Harvard University interviewees to solve a mathematical question. The post reported that 90 percent of people who were asked the question were eliminated from the interview.

Eight northern elephant seals (Mirounga angustirostris) have been filmed exploring, feeding and even sleeping at the remote spot in the underwater Barkley Canyon.

Researchers from the Field Museum, Chicago have found that an ancient bird with a mouthful of super-strong teeth did not live of flesh but actually ate fruit and seeds.

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Apple has debuted their iPhone 16 lineup, the AirPods 4, Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Intelligence. A former Apple employee weighs in on the 'disappointing' new products.

A massive credit card breach was discovered this summer, but the company is just now notifying the 1.7 million consumers who may have been impacted,

iPhone 16 release event: Live updates as CEO Tim Cook is also set to announce the Apple

Apple is hosting its 'It's Glowtime' event today. The company is expected to debut the new iPhone 16, iOS 18, Apple Intelligence, and more. DailyMail.com will be covering the event live from Cupertino, bringing you updates on every new feature and device that Apple unveils.

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SpaceX finally launched its Polaris Dawn mission, which is expected to make history by executing the world's first commercial spacewalk. Experts weigh in on the risks of such an ambitious endeavor.

Chinese phonemaker Huawei seems poised to steal Apple's thunder as it unveils the world's first Z-shaped folding phone just a day after the iPhone 16 is launched.

A software update to the firm's £229 AirPods Pro 2, first released in 2022, will let wearers use them as a clinical-grade hearing aid.

iPhone 16's new button is getting a mixed reception from Apple fans - with some concerned that it won't work with a case.

Cap-tivating! Scientists teach a MUSHROOM to crawl by fitting it with adorable robotic legs and harnessing its natural electrical signals

From breaking down toxins to changing the inner workings of the human mind, mushrooms are capable of some seriously impressive features. But now, researchers have taken a fungi's amazing abilities to a new level as they teach a mushroom to crawl in a robot body. Scientists from Cornwell University in New York have created a new type of 'biohybrid robot' which puts the humble mushroom in the driver's seat. The researchers say that robots of the future could make use of these fungal brains to respond to navigate more unpredictable environments.

As Apple announces that Apple Intelligence will arrive in the US in October and the UK in December, MailOnline takes a look at what to expect from the tech giant's AI features.

The event revealed much about Apple's plans to expand their tech empire into the $518 billion medical device market - with AirPods that double as hearing aids and more

Shivali Best, Executive Science and Technology Editor at MailOnline, was at the launch event at Apple's headquarters in California and was one of the first people to get her hands on them.

Officially certified by the Guinness World Records as the world's largest smartphone replica, the massive device has a real scrollable screen, apps, camera and more.

Boeing's Starliner finally returns to Earth empty - leaving two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station until February

The space capsule touched down at the White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico today at approximately 4am GMT, around six hours after departing the ISS on Friday. It was due to return to earth much earlier, having launched in June for what was meant to be a roughly weeklong test mission with astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams on board. But unexpected thruster malfunctions and helium leaks on its way up derailed those plans and NASA ultimately decided it was safer to bring the pair back on a spacecraft from rival Elon Musk 's SpaceX .

To celebrate National Fish and Chips day, MailOnline asked the experts for the secret to the perfect fish supper.

On X (Twitter), the SpaceX founder has said the uncrewed missions to Mars in 2026 will 'test the reliability of landing intact' on the red planet, followed by manned mission in 2028.

Extreme weather events are likely to become far more common in the next 20 years, report scientists in Norway.

A US state has experienced a surge in earthquakes this weekend reaching a two-magnitude or higher. The region typically sees 50 earthquakes per month, but most are weak.

Talk about a lucky escape! Incredible footage reveals how swallowed eels can wriggle their way out of their predator's stomachs

From camouflage to poison, animals have developed dozens of ingenious ways of avoiding being eaten. However, researchers have now found that the Japanese eel has an ability that takes slipping the jaws of death to a whole new level. This incredible video shows the shocking moment an eel 'reverses' back out of its predator's stomach after being eaten. Scientists from Nagasaki University developed a new X-ray video method to capture the first-ever footage showing how eels force their way to freedom by slipping through a fish's gills.

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Bands go through a cycle involving a bitter breakup and a lucrative reunion, reports an academic at the University of Winchester.

SpaceX 's Crew Dragon capsule - carrying four non-professional astronauts - launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 05:25 local time (10:25 BST).

If you think you've got a sharp eye for different shades, take this colour IQ test to see how your perception of different tones compares to other people your age.

A narcissistic sociopath shared the steps people should take to avoid being abused and controlled. People should find ways to strip the person of their control and recognize the signs of this diagnosis.

Jesus may have been seen as a magician by early Christians, according to experts. Centuries-old artwork shows Jesus holding a wand while raising Lazarus from the dead.

A surreal video captured seven suns from a hospital window in China last week. The image presented an optical illusion that baffled viewers.

According to MailOnline's AI-generated image, Jesus Christ was white with big blue eyes, a neat beard and thorn marks on his face.

Shocking photos reveal that the Titanic's iconic front railing has now crumbled into rust as experts warn that more deterioration is inevitable.

First launched in the US earlier this year, Rufus is now being rolled out to a subset of UK customers in Amazon's mobile app.

Greek preservationists working to restore the tablet argue it may revise definitions of 'pre-historic man' - proving they 'can no longer be considered "societies without writing"'

For anyone on Earth, the first signs would be in the sky, with galaxy clusters and galaxies merging, then stars beginning to collide with each other.

A federal watchdog has grounded SpaceX 's Falcon 9 rockets to investigate a fiery crash landing following a satellite launch. This is bad news for the stranded Starliner astronauts,

Matthew Dominick , a NASA astronaut currently on board the International Space Station (ISS), tweeted his bird's-eye view of the Northern Lights.

A white beluga whale who was first spotted near Russian waters wearing a harness and ignited rumours he may be a Moscow spy, has been found dead.

Google is urging its users to 'apply patches quickly' after discovering a nine-month-long cyberattack - that its security team has tied to Russian spies and a Greek spyware firm

Come March 2025, Saturn's iconic rings will preform a rare vanishing act. At this time, Earth will be viewing Saturn's rings edge-on, creating the illusion that they disappeared.

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists have been warning that farming mammals such as minks for their fur could make it easier for new viruses to cross over from the wild and spark fresh outbreaks.

Apple is hosting an event on 9 September at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, where it is expected to unveil a series of new iPhones and updates to other devices and apps.

An ominous black ring was seen floating in the skies over Williamsburg, Virginia this week, which vanished in just minutes. Locals flooded news stations with reports of the bizarre sighting.

Tests on more than 200 coffees bought from popular chains revealed Americanos had the highest caffeine levels, averaging around 140mg per drink. Home-made coffees had the lowest.

Twitter appeared to suffer an outage on Thursday with users across the US and worldwide reporting issues.

A revived class action will allow lawsuits on behalf of Chrome browser users who claim that Google collected their personal information without their permission

Despite having disappeared 50 metres beneath the waves almost three days ago, experts say there is a chance that the missing passengers could be alive in air pockets.

During the summer months, people resort to buying fans and even sleeping on top of the covers in a bid to stay cool at night.

A pre-print study that is still under review has found alarmingly high levels of microplastics in human brain samples that could potentially be linked to the global rise in Alzheimer's disease.

Apple iPhone users should be wary of a common mistake in the Settings app that could leave their device at risk of being hacked. Users have dealt with issues when trying to turn on the protection app.

Apple users are reportedly at risk of hackers infiltrating their devices through Microsoft's macOS apps including Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.

Only people who have an IQ can spot the hidden four-sided star among the celestial body in 30 seconds or less. Brain teasers require logical thinking to correctly answer the question.

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Neuralink's patient zero has shared why he chose to become the first person to receive Elon Musk's brain chip even though the technology could be hacked.

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Forensic medical expert Dr John McDowell has told DailyMail.com exactly what procedures could finally confirm whether or not these 'alien mummies' are 'part of an elaborate hoax'

Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier,' is 'unlikely' to befall the United Nation's 'worst case scenario' melting entirely into the sea during this century - but the situation is still dire

The iPhone 16 could be cheaper when it launches next month following Apple's shift to reduce manufacturing costs. Apple hopes to produce at least 25 percent of its iPhones in India next year.

The size-comparison map tool that's available on mylifeelsewhere.com offers a geography lesson like no other, enabling users to superimpose a map of one city over that of another.

Scientists have discovered a vast donut-shaped structure hidden within Earth which could hold the secret to why life was able to form on our planet.

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The attack would begin with 'a series of cascading failures,' first taking down 911 and hospitals and then moving to critical infrastructure that would cause unrest and a breakdown of society.

This lunar display is even rarer than a standard supermoon, as it coincides with the first blue moon since August last year and will appear dark red due to wildfire ash in the atmosphere.

A study of more than 97,000 people indicates that owning a video game console and playing games can actually have a positive effect on mental well-being.

Bosses at the Met Office say weather forecasts could soon become 'hyper local' - even predicting the temperature in your back garden.

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Anonymous member spoke in a tell-all documentary about the organization's humble beginnings and how it rose in popularity. Anonymous has gone up against scientology and neo-nazis.

A new mathematical IQ test requires readers to solve it within 30 seconds or less. The question asks people to solve how all four individuals can cross a bridge in the least amount of time.

It may be a 'Brat Summer', but when it comes to popular songs on TikTok , Charli XCX has not made the cut.

A new federal agency created in 2022 by the Biden White House has awarded $110 million to a brain-swap surgery for aging minds that some call 'completely insane'

A new brain teaser asks people to view the number six in a sea of 77 nines. The puzzle will determine if you have a high IQ by whether you can spot the six in 10 seconds or less.

Passenger airplanes are being targeted by GPS spoofing attacks that override systems and force them to fly off course. Attacks have occurred near war zone areas.

Scientists are sounding alarms after discovering a deadly, drug-resistant fungus hiding in common gardening materials used throughout the US, including soil, compost and flower bulbs.

Google smartphones will no longer require an outstretched arm to get everyone in a group photo.Instead, users can now take a photo from behind the camera - and add themselves in using AI.

A snorkeler encountered a rare sea snail off the coast of Mexico last week. The sea hare, also known as a marine snail, lives in shallow coastal waters and is an important part of the ecosystem.

The Ineos Oxford Institute study found that wild birds living close to humans, such as crows and ducks, are more likely to be carriers of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

It's easy to forget today, but Earth wasn't always a lush blue world. 700 million years ago it was a shimmering 'snowball', an ice planet worthy of Star Wars.

The billionaire Meta boss unveiled the lavish gesture of love on his own social media sites.

Smart though they undoubtedly are, horses are not the most intellectually gifted creatures in the animal kingdom. In fact, they're not even in our top ten...

'2024 has had more earthquakes than any year we've seen since 1988,' Caltech geophysicist Dr Lucy Jones told reporters. 'We should expect this to continue'

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Chinese firm QAX XLab identified a 'highly targeted operation, specifically aimed at Donald Trump's personal Twitter account' and more, amid the chaotic interview Monday

Archaeologists uncovered 57 Roman settlements in Spain that could be connected, making the region a hidden empire. The sites appear to be linked by trade and communication routes.

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Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett has vowed to assemble 'the most important people in the world' to finally crack the mystery of Peru's infamous 'alien' mummies

A cybersecurity company warned that hackers have targeted at least 300,000 people by installing malware on their Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge search browsers to access their data.

Children in the UK are twice as likely to be short-sighted than they were 50 years ago, with nearly a fifth of teenagers needing glasses for the condition.

A Google search for images of the Milky Way will turn up dozens of pictures of a spiraling, disc shaped galaxy. But none of these are actually real photos, an Ex-NASA scientist reveals.

Scientists found that as the moon moves further away, its changing gravitational impact on the Earth is slowing the planet's rotation and making days incrementally longer.

Realme's SuperSonic Charge Technology can juice up a phone with up to 320W of power - that's 16 times more than a standard iPhone charger.

Popular YouTube and Twitch streamer Kai Cenat posted an aggressive video claiming the Secret Service and Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign has asked him to host her on his platform.

A Yale University professor designed the shortest IQ test to gauge whether students use spatial reasoning skills to solve them. 20-40 percent of students answered all questions correctly.

Startling projections suggest the economic superpower will be home to 634million people by the end of the century, compared to 1.42billion now.

Content creator and former Apple Sales Specialist Tyler Morgan downloaded the beta version of iOS 18 and posted a video revealing his favorite features

The invasive Asian longhorned tick has been found it yet another US state, marking the 20th state that these dangerous vectors of disease have spread to since first appearing in 2017.

The Starbuck app and website were hit by an outage Tuesday morning around 8:30am ET, just as many Americans were gearing up for their first cup of coffee before heading into work.

A new study that analyzed 164 adults with ADHD explored the connection between the disorder and narcissism (NPD): roughly 9.5% of those with ADHD in the study also had NPD

Southern California's Imperial Valley was struck by its fifth earthquake in three days on Sunday. The 3.3 magnitude earthquake was felt as far as 42 miles away, stemming from Salton City.

A US state has been rattling since a major earthquake hit in April. Officials reported the region has experienced more than 200 aftershocks since the 4.-8 magnitude.

Google users have been targeted in a fake advertising campaign by hackers that may have stolen personal information if users clicked on the fraudulent link and downloaded software.

Researchers have connected actor Robin Williams, fashion icon Kate Spade and travel writer Anthony Bourdain's deaths to a rise in suicide rates among Americans.

A study presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Philadelphia found that two servings of processed meats like bacon per day raised dementia risk by 14 percent.

A new study has found evidence that most AI systems, including Google's Gemini and X's Grok, lean to the left. The researcher said it is concerning that the tech is in search engines.

The world's most and least body confident women have been revealed in a new study led by researchers from Durham University.

Archaeologists have discovered an ancient artifact in Israel's 'Cave of Skulls,' which bears features that are mentioned 25 times throughout the Bible.

Trump 's VP pick JD Vance was criticized for saying Democratic leaders are 'a bunch of childless cat ladies,' but his statement speaks to real demographic concerns.

Scientists discovered a microcontinent between Greenland and Canada that could explain their evolution. The microcontinent was found beneath the Davis Strait and is 250 miles long.

Microsoft is scrambling to fix the 'massive cyber event' that caused computer meltdowns around the world on Friday.

Researchers studied the effects of psychedelic drugs' impact on the brain to treat anxiety and other mental health disorders. The study reported that the drug triggered the emotional part of the brain.

Apple is set to unveil its iPhone 16 in the fall, but rumors about the smartphone are flooding the web. And the latest speculation suggests the camera is poised for a major upgrade.

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While rapid identification of the 20-year-old gunman provided a stunning victory for justice, privacy advocates warned DailyMail.com about the risks of DNA databases

Archaeologists are working to uncover whether the Upper Room in Jerusalem is the official site of Jesus's Last Supper. It is also believed to be where Jesus reappeared after he died.

A new survey led by AO.com has revealed that the average Briton bins £450-worth of freezable foods a year.

Footage from the Pennsylvania rally on July 13 appeared to capture UFOs soaring through the skies, which social media users claimed were 'guardian angels' protecting Donald Trump.

One of Amazon's most iconic products has turned out to be a major money loser, newly unearthed documents show.

Archaeologists have traced a lost alphabet to a 3,000-year-old civilization that lived in the Biblical 'Promised Land.' Experts found 15 tablets with strange carvings in Jordan.

As scientists reveal that sharks off the coast of Brazil have been getting high on cocaine, MailOnline reveals the other animals that partake in recreational drug use.

The summer meteor shower season kicks off with a bang tonight as the Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers reach their dazzling peak over the UK.

Stargazers will be treated to a meteor shower tomorrow as the Delta Aquariids light up the night sky in the early hours of Tuesday with up to 25 shooting stars an hour expected.

Researchers tracked 4,000 women to see how bedtimes affected their chances of conceiving, finding those who had an early night were 22 per cent more likely to conceive.

Ava Kris Tyson - who transitioned in 2023 - is alleged to have started the relationship when the child was 13. Social media users claimed Tyson sent the minor 'inappropriate messages.

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There is a 150-mile-long fault that stretches through five Midwest states. Experts said there would be significant damage in St Louis and Memphis, and thousands of people would die.

The US Pentagon is reconstructing 450 doomsday machines that could destroy humanity and create a nuclear fallout that would cause the deaths of millions of Americans.

A new brain teaser asks viewers to find the missing bucket hat in under two minutes. Brain teasers can help people improve their short-term memory and develop problem-solving skills.

NASA has caught video of a 'cold' solar flare - that led government officials to issue an alert Monday warning that its 'dark' plasma pulse could lead to 'power grid fluctuations'

Researchers from the University of Missouri say that people with a case of 'main character syndrome' have a higher sense of wellbeing and psychological satisfaction.

An environmentalist was curious about where recycled plastics actually end up and decided to track her trash using Apple AirTags. She watched the devices move through Texas.

Apple is rumored to launch a 'budget' iPhone packed with new features for nearly half the price of the upcoming iPhone 16. Fans are now calling the device one 'hell of a deal.'

The data, released by charity Internet Matters in partnership with Opinium, found 17 per cent of nine to 13-year-olds have seen content that promotes online stunts or challenges.

A new study revealed that pregnant women should consume this one food to lower the risk of autism. Researchers hope to raise awareness about the benefits of diet during pregnancy.

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