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Chinese AI lets everyday users command quantum computing with natural language

Quantum computing has long carried an aura of exclusivity, cloaked in dense academic papers and ultra-cold laboratory systems understood by only a small circle of physicists and mathematicians. However, a Chinese start-up has changed…

Scientists reveal Ötzi the Iceman's dynamic microbial world

Israel is building more military posts in Gaza, satellite imagery shows

An investigation by Al Jazeera has identified 40 distinct Israeli military outposts entrenched within Gaza.

From fried chicken to flight plans: Alibaba wants Qwen to become China’s digital fixer

In its latest bid to dominate China’s next-generation digital gateway, Alibaba Group Holding is opening its Qwen AI assistant to major brands, allowing users to order everything from fried chicken to bubble tea through simple conversation…

Lisbon named least affordable European city for renting

A new study has singled out Lisbon as Europe’s least affordable rental market, with average rent consuming over 99% of net salary. The finding comes from financial consultancy Tradingpedia, which examined The post Lisbon named least…

When IPOs go wrong: SpaceX, AI firms face a delicate process

She watched a wildfire destroy her town, so she's building fire-proof bunkers

From goats to hydraulic homes, businesses are coming up with ways to mitigate the damage of wildfires.

How smartphone use is linked to falling birth rates

Birth rates across Europe have been falling for years. A new study highlights a possible cause.

A science powerhouse bets on genetic therapy to beat brain disorders

The Allen Institute in Seattle says scientists have now learned enough about how the brain works to start fixing it when it breaks. (Image credit: Erik Dinnel)

What Labour Needs To Do To Avoid The Same Fate As GonziPN And Win A Fifth Term

No Maltese government has ever been here before. A fourth consecutive legislature. A majority that, by any historical measure, should not exist. Robert Abela stood in front of his supporters last Sunday and called it the start of a new…

France shoots for the stars with back-to-back space firsts

Two French astronauts will travel to space next year under a new deal between France and US company Vast, with one set to remain aboard what would be the world's first commercial space station.

APF investigates death of constable found in Mahakali River after going missing during patrol

An Armed Police Force (APF) constable who had gone on a border patrol has died under suspicious circumstances. APF constable Om Prakash Pun Magar, stationed at the Parigaun Border Out Post (BOP) in Dadeldhura, was found dead three days…