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A giant humanoid robot developed by robotics company "Man-Machine Synergy Effectors", West Japan Railway Company and Nippon Signal, was shown to visitors at Japan Robot Week on Wednesday (September 18). The robot has already been rolled out for repair work on overhead wires since July 2024.

Palestinian agricultural engineer Inas al-Ghoul constructed a solar cooker and a desalination system to combat the persistent energy and water crises in war-torn Gaza.

An electric hydrofoil boat traveled 420 nautical miles within 24 hours between Stockholm, Sweden and the Baltic island of Aland. The watercraft was made by Candela, and its CEO says the trip is a sign of how far electric transportation has come. Olivia Zollino reports.

A new fluorescent nanomaterial that could help forensic scientists reveal previously unseen fingerprints, including those from cold cases, is undergoing evaluation in the UK, with researchers at the University of Leicester saying it could bring to light crucial evidence in crimes that has until now remained invisible. Diane To has more.

Microsoft-backed OpenAI said on Thursday it was launching its "Strawberry" series of AI models designed to spend more time processing answers to queries in order to solve hard problems. Julian Satterthwaite reports.

A team of scientists from ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems has unveiled a robotic leg powered by artificial muscles, showcasing impressive agility and energy efficiency as it navigates diverse terrains with ease. Alice Rizzo reports.

Meet Pyri, a pine cone-shaped device crafted from bio-based materials. When exposed to a wildfire, its heat sensitive transmitter activates, sending out a radio signal alert to warn of the danger. Alice Rizzo reports.

Apple on Monday unveiled its long-awaited, artificial intelligence-boosted iPhone 16 and promised improvements in its Siri personal assistant as it rolled out new software, beginning in test mode next month. This report produced by Freddie Joyner.

Researchers at the Italian Institute of Technology are teaching their humanoid robot how to fly a jetpack, in hope to revolutionize disaster response technology that could assist in treacherous life-saving operations. Diane To has more.

Once a week, from March through the end of October, a visiting professor pays a visit to a 15-foot-high terrace at Fordham University’s Lincoln Center to see what kind of airborne pollen the Burkard Spore Trap has collected. This report is produced by Freddie Joyner.

This year, visually impaired fans at the Paralympic Games will be able to use high-tech headsets which allow them to enjoy the thrill of live sports in real-time. Alice Rizzo reports.

Papateszer, in western Hungary, has transformed the small town and its municipal buildings into sustainable structures, attracting new residents, tourists, and investors. Kristy Kilburn reports.

Robotic 'coaches' could provide personalised support and increase motivation during crucial stroke and brain injury rehabilitation exercises, researchers at the UK's National Robotarium have found. Sean Hogan explains.

Nagano-based technology firm Skinos has developed a wearable device measuring the amount of perspiration the user loses, in a bid to help keep those working outdoors safe from heat stroke. When high or abnormal levels of dehydration are detected, the wearer is instructed to take a break. Olivia Zollino reports.

Chinese food delivery service Meituan said it launched its first commercial drone food delivery service for Beijing last Friday (August 16) to satiate the hunger of tourists at the Great Wall of China.

Artificial intelligence is being used to provide real-time water quality warnings to alert swimmers to potential health risks associated with polluted water through sensors installed at wild swimming locations and beaches across southern England. Olivia Zollino reports.

After a debilitating motorcycle accident, Austrian chef Peter Lammer was told he would never work in his beloved kitchen again. But now he's helping others with disabilities return to the labour market, with a device he and a friend designed which has proved the experts wrong. Sean Hogan has more.

Japan experienced record-breaking heat throughout this summer. Cattle breeder Yuki Tamura says the rising temperatures are harming her business, meaning she has to adopt some unusual tactics to cool off the animals. Alice Rizzo has more.

In the Mediterranean Sea, a crucial but endangered ecosystem is battling for survival. Posidonia Oceanica, often called the 'lungs of the Mediterranean,' is under severe threat from climate change, warming waters, invasive species, and human activities along the coast. Alice Rizzo reports.

At the center of Stonehenge lies a hefty sandstone slab called the Altar Stone whose origin and purpose have been among the mysteries of the famed megalithic monument. A new geological analysis has revealed that it took a remarkable journey to become part of one of humankind's ancient wonders. David Doyle reports.

Research shows homebuyers frequently overlook critical areas like cellars, roofs, and attics, despite their potential to harbor significant issues. In a recent experiment, a company called Tobii used their eye-tracking technology to explore what homebuyers focus on during property viewings. Alice Rizzo reports.

Scientists in Germany have identified plastic-eating fungi that could offer a glimmer of hope in tackling the problem of millions of tons of waste polluting the world's oceans every year. Olivia Zollino reports.

This summer, a 45-foot wide robotic printer is set to finish the last of one hundred 3D-printed houses in Wolf Ranch, a community in Georgetown, Texas, about 30 miles from Austin. Some homeowners already appreciate how the thick concrete walls keep their living area cool in the brutal Texas heat. This report produced by Jillian Kitchener.

As China speeds ahead of the rest of the world in the rollout of driverless technology, it is also charging into another first: the threat to jobs in a driverless economy. Julian Satterthwaite reports.

Researchers in Scotland hope to lead the way in tackling cybercrime with the development of a national quantum network that could revolutionize data security and establish the UK as a global leader in quantum innovation. Sean Hogan has the details.