The article discusses hype and concerns surrounding AI, noting that current AI discussions are heavily influenced by science fiction narratives. It presents contrasting perspectives from AI enthusiasts and skeptics about AI's potential impact.
A community arts charity won a public vote to create a multimedia artwork from preserved wood of the felled Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland. The 'living archive' project will use storytelling, sound, and sculpture to commemorate the loss of the National Trust landmark.
GM's Cadillac luxury brand is opening three Experience Centers in Brazil ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix. The expansion represents GM's global growth strategy tied to motorsport marketing.
Tesla is recalling 14,575 Model Y vehicles produced between November 2025 and April 2026 due to missing certification labels. The recall is a routine safety compliance issue unrelated to vehicle performance or environmental impact.
An Ebola outbreak confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to major cities with over 600 suspected cases and 139 deaths reported. Regional spread to Uganda raises concerns about disease containment.
An 18-year-old Melbourne high school student became Australia's youngest person to summit Mount Everest on her second attempt. She reached the 8,849-metre peak with her guides on Wednesday.
An Oracle executive won a $10,600 settlement in a class action lawsuit against Tesla over unfulfilled Full Self Driving promises made by Elon Musk over the past decade. The case highlights consumer complaints about Tesla's repeated claims regarding FSD capabilities.
An article discusses issues with Tesla's automatic windshield wipers, including malfunctions experienced during heavy rain. The piece highlights problems with the vehicle's weather-responsive technology.
NASA's Psyche mission captured high-resolution images of Mars' water ice-rich south polar cap during a gravity assist flyby. The imagery provides detailed views of the polar region at approximately 0.7 miles per pixel resolution.
NASA Earth Observatory · May 19, 2026 · relevance 2/10
EcoFlow and Jackery offer significant discounts on portable power stations during Memorial Day sales. Multiple green energy and e-mobility products are available at reduced prices.
This article discusses the prevalence of paywalls in news media and encourages readers to support cleantech journalism. It highlights how news organizations like The Guardian balance accessibility with the need for subscriber revenue.
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has killed at least 65 people with 246 suspected cases reported. The outbreak was declared by Africa CDC on May 15 in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones.
The FSOC's proposed guidance on nonbank designations would weaken its authority to regulate large nonbank financial companies and address systemic financial risks. Public Citizen argues this change undermines the Council's ability to protect the financial system.
Valley fog gathered in the Victorian Alps while an arch-shaped cloud drifted across Port Phillip Bay in Australia. NASA captured images of cloud formations in the region.
NASA Earth Observatory · May 12, 2026 · relevance 2/10
Australia's 2026 federal budget includes capital gains tax changes but lacks ambition on climate-related issues like gas tax and renewable energy policy.
Police in Colorado are enlisting residents to help identify illegal electric motorbike riders after struggling to catch them. The strategy addresses growing concerns about unauthorized riders disrupting neighborhoods, parks, and bike trails.
Hyundai is adding FIFA World Cup 2026 themed displays to its electric vehicle infotainment systems. The update is also being rolled out to some non-EV models.
Buddhist monks transported a sapling of the sacred bodhi tree from Sri Lanka to the United States as part of a peace initiative, continuing a 2000-year spiritual lineage. The journey echoes the historical transport of the same tree lineage from India to Sri Lanka over two millennia ago.
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a seven-month family road trip reality show, drawing criticism for being tone-deaf amid transportation sector crises and rising fuel prices.
King Charles features in a whimsical tribute film for David Attenborough's centenary, with animals relaying a handwritten card from Balmoral Castle. The film celebrates over 60 years of friendship between the king and the renowned naturalist.
A seafarer describes a deadly attack on the tanker MKD Vyom in the Gulf of Oman during regional conflict, killing crew member Dixit Solanki. The incident highlights maritime risks in strategic shipping lanes amid geopolitical tensions.
Astroport Space Technologies and Astrolab demonstrated an all-electric UTIPA Excavator for lunar construction. The machine aims to enable autonomous construction projects on the Moon.
Carbon Brief is offering a three-week summer journalism internship for students and recent graduates. This is a job posting for an editorial position at the climate news organization.
Elon Musk contradicted his public claims about Tesla pursuing artificial general intelligence when testifying under oath in a federal trial. The case highlights alleged inconsistencies between Musk's statements to followers and legal admissions regarding his AI ambitions.
A review compares two Hiplok bike lock models designed for e-bike security. The locks offer different features suited to various use cases and security needs.