The agency has lost its independence and nearly a third of its staff, as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and associates have tightened control.
Sep 26, 2026
More than 77,000 butterflies were recorded in Devon while 47,000 were spotted in Cornwall this July.
China and the US agree to set up a new AI safety channel, and to keep talking on trade, military
The Realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition was released in India on 21 September. It includes Hogwarts-themed designs and collectables.
The drought-stricken state has improved its ability to collect and store rainwater. But many gallons may still rush into the Pacific.
India’s semiconductor ecosystem is likely to move through project commissioning, customer qualification and yield stabilisation over the next three to five years, with localisation of recurring inputs and higher-value packaging expected to follow, according to a research report by 360 ONE Capital.
An emergency has been declared across the capital of Thailand as days of heavy rain leave the city inundated.
Late last year, Zhang Xuan’s small beef noodle joint in Shanghai suddenly began seeing a dramatic surge in orders. Sales over the past few months have been 50 to 60 per cent higher than normal, he estimates. The driver? The new Street Stars feature on Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group Holding’s Amap mapping app, which listed Zhang’s eatery as the fourth best restaurant in Shanghai’s Changning district. Prominently displayed on Amap’s main page, the system uses artificial intelligence to rate...
On September 27th, UN Tourism celebrates World Tourism Day. In 2026, it will centre on how digitalization and Artificial Intelligence are redesigning tourism. To mark the date, Belvera Partners, a PR firm exclusively focused on supporting B2B travel technology companies, has brought together thought leaders across the travel technology ecosystem to explore the opportunities, challenges, and responsibilities associated with the rapid adoption of technology, in general, and AI, in particular, across hospitality, distribution, and travel experiences.
Pioneering the next era of personalized hospitality, Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announces the full launch of its ALL Concierge. Following a successful pilot phase, this launch constitutes a major development in Accor’s AI strategy and is the first time a hospitality group has undertaken a large-scale roll-out of a fully conversational AI companion. Providing a continuous and intelligent presence across every touchpoint, this next-generation interface is a major evolution in Accor’s approach to guest engagement, from initial travel inspiration through to booking management and in-stay interactions.
Scars in Studland Bay's seagrass meadows, caused by boat anchor chains, are healing, a study finds.
Malaysia Airlines is strengthening its presence in China through an expanded network, deeper digital partnerships and closer collaboration with the travel trade, building on growing demand between China and Malaysia while reinforcing Kuala Lumpur’s position as a gateway to Malaysia and the wider region.
Friends of the Lake District wants to reintroduce species lost to some farming practices.