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Port Talbot to Become Key Hub for Floating Offshore Wind in Celtic Sea

Port Talbot will become the first dedicated floating offshore wind hub in the Celtic Sea, supported by £64m government funding, creating thousands of jobs and boosting clean energy infrastructure.

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Reuters Two wind turbines at sea, one close to the camera showing only the turbine and part of the blades. The other is seen in the distance, with a yellow marking at the base of the white tower that supports the turbine. It is a clear day with calm waters.

Apple Introduces Age Verification for UK iPhone and iPad Users

Apple is introducing age verification for UK iPhone and iPad users to restrict access to adult content, with support from Ofcom and ongoing government trials on youth social media use.

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Getty Images A close up of a person's hands holding a blue iphone, which we can only see the back of.

New Study Solves Moon's Magnetic Field Mystery from Apollo Rock Samples

A new study reveals that Apollo mission rock samples gave a misleading impression of the moon's magnetic field strength due to sampling bias involving titanium-rich rocks.

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An aircraft passes in front of the full moon which is yellow, known as the 'Strawberry Moon', in China.

OpenAI Ends Disney Partnership and Shuts Down Sora AI Video App

OpenAI has shut down its AI video app Sora and ended its partnership with Disney to focus on robotics, amid concerns over copyright and media impact.

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Getty Images A close up of a phone screen with the Sora app shown on the App Store

Heat Pumps: How They Work, Costs, and Impact on UK Homes

New building rules in England require heat pumps and solar panels in new homes. Heat pumps run on electricity, offer efficiency benefits, and can reduce emissions and bills. Grants and funding support installation, but costs and installer availability remain challenges.

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Andrew Aitchison/Getty Images A male engineer wearing a black T-shirt wipes the outside of a black heat pump with a cloth. To the right of the picture the heat pump abuts the wall of a property with the pipes and electrical components visible

England to Require Heat Pumps and Solar Panels on All New Homes by 2028

England will require all new homes to have heat pumps and solar panels by 2028, with plug-in solar panels becoming available for balconies. The government aims to boost clean energy adoption amid energy security concerns.

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EPA/Shutterstock Aerial view of semi-detached and homes and terraced houses with solar panels installed. In the background are a series of avenues with cars parked up and small green lawns.

Scotland's AI Agency Aims to Transform Public Services and Economy by 2035

Scotland's new AI agency aims to boost the economy by £23bn by 2035, driving innovation in public services like healthcare while addressing ethical and environmental challenges.

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Getty Images A row of black and white plastic robots

Inside China’s Robotics Revolution: Progress and Challenges in Humanoid Automation

An in-depth exploration of China's robotics revolution reveals rapid advances in humanoid automation, government support, and industry challenges through visits to 11 companies across five cities.

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An engineer at the AgiBot factory in Shanghai, China, where the 5,000th mass-produced humanoid robot had rolled off the production line.

Inside London’s Self-Driving Robotaxis: A Ride Through the City’s Complex Streets

Driverless robotaxis will operate in London by next year, navigating complex streets with AI technology developed by Wayve. The impact on traditional black-cab drivers and public acceptance remain key challenges.

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He sits in the passenger seat of a dark driverless taxi. The car is stationary and the door is open

Top UK Pressure Washers Tested for Garden Furniture and Patio Cleaning

Our expert tests the best pressure washers in the UK for cleaning garden furniture, patios, decking, and vehicles, evaluating performance, features, and value across various models.

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A person using a Ryobi drill on a wooden deck during cleaning or maintenance work.

Fairphone 6 Review: Affordable, Repairable, and Sustainable Android Phone

The Fairphone 6 offers a repairable, modular, and sustainable Android phone with a good screen, mid-range performance, and long software support at an affordable price.

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Fairphone 6 review showing the Android home screen held in hand.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Review: Durable, Dust-Resistant Foldable with Advanced AI

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the first dust-resistant foldable phone, offering advanced AI, strong cameras, and a versatile tablet-like screen, but remains costly and bulky compared to rivals.

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