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Aquatic robots to target jellyfish swarms

Korean scientists have developed aquatic killer robots that sweep the ocean in search of jellyfish swarms.

You say Tomato, we say…TomTato

A TomTato hybrid plant which grows both tomatoes and potatoes, but is not genetically modified, has launched in the UK.

Gorilla undergoes therapy for sexist behaviour

Meet Patrick, the sexist gorilla that’s undergoing therapy for his attitude problem.

Scientists forecast end of our world

Scientists have calculated the habitable lifespan of Earth, and it may not be as long as we think.

Hong Kong’s glowing “moon” created from recycled water bottles

Hong Kong welcomes the traditional moon festival with a “rising moon” lantern made with 7,000 recycled water bottles.

“Practical” solar car hits the road in Sydney

Sydney engineers have unveiled a world-first human-centric solar car. One that is practical to use, and looks good too.

Fukushima threatens Tokyo’s 2020 Olympic bid

Tokyo is at risk of losing its 2020 Olympic Games tender after radiation readings at Fukushima soar to all-time high.

A life of frogs

In celebration of his latest exhibition, photographer Robin Moore shares tips on handling frogs with care.

Project Upcycle

Our favourite coffee capsules are being given a second lease on life thanks to a new up-cycle project launched by Nespresso

Wellington region impacted by 6.2 magnitude earthquake

A number of strong to severe magnitude earthquakes have rocked New Zealand, GeonNet has reported.

New mammal species discovered

Smithsonian scientists discover a new mammal species called the “Olinquito.” For decades, they’ve suffered a case of mistaken identity.

Trees record Chernobyl fallout legacy

A world-first study has found exposure from the Chernobyl radioactive fallout recorded in local trees.

Masai lease ancestral lands to elephants

Maasai communities in Kenya’s Amboseli region have joined the fight to save endangered elephants by leasing their ancestral lands to conservationists.

How to avoid a ‘Fatberg’

The discovery of a fatberg in a London sewer has prompted us to search for the do’s & don’ts of waste disposal.

Thailand hit by fourth largest oil spill in its history

The clean-up begins after 50,000 litres of crude oil poured into the Gulf of Thailand last week.

Monogamy evolved in men for a reason

Two studies have finally found the evolutionary answers for why men developed to be monogamous.

Northern Lights 2013 set to be the best in a decade

This year’s Northern Lights are set to be the best in a decade, explains astronomer Dr John Mason.

And the winner of Eukanuba Factor 2013 is… Millie!

Millie discovered Eukanuba 3D DentaDefense™ and has the winning smile!

Dolphins call each other by name

Scientists have found dolphins call each other by their individual “names”, just like humans.

Dog rehab gives abused animals new leash on life

Abused dogs in the U.S. get a new leash on life after a one of a kind rehabilitation program.

This week in pictures

We take a look in pictures at our world this week, from the truly spectacular, cute & bizarre.

China’s air pollution reduces citizens life expectancy

China’s air pollution problem is well documented. But now it seems it is shortening its citizen’s life expectancy.

Fight to save Tasmanian devil goes global

Tasmanian devils will be placed in zoos around the world, as part of an effort to save the species from extinction.

Our world in pictures

We bring you all the magnificent photos of our planet from the last week.

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