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UK Commemorates Beagle 2 Mars Landing with 13 Plaques Nationwide

Thirteen plaques across the UK honour Beagle 2, the first British and European spacecraft to land on Mars, commemorating its 2003 touchdown and the dedication of its creators.

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ESA Artist's impression of Beagle on the surface of Mars

Humanoid Robots Poised for Battlefield Roles Amid Ethical and Technical Challenges

Foundation Robotics develops Phantom, a humanoid robot for military use, including weaponisation. Despite technical and ethical challenges, the company aims for mass production by 2027, amid global competition and debate over autonomous battlefield robots.

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Zoe Corbyn The all black Phantom robot handles building blocks.

Kent Village Hosts World's Largest Scale Model of Solar System and Beyond

Otford village in Kent hosts the world's largest scale solar system model, featuring precise planetary placements, NASA support, and global star markers to illustrate space's vastness.

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Steve Ladner/BBC A cylindrical concrete pillar standing on a paved base in a grassy field, topped with a small reflective metal sphere representing a planet marker in the Otford solar system model.

England and Wales Consider Human Composting and Water Cremation to Ease Burial Space Issues

The Law Commission suggests introducing human composting and water cremation in England and Wales to address burial space shortages, recommending legal frameworks for new funeral methods while ensuring environmental and cultural considerations.

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Getty Images A demonstration "vessel" for the deceased decorated with flowers and compostable mementos on top of a bed of straw

Trump Plans White House Meeting with AI Leaders on US Investment Stakes

President Trump plans to meet AI company leaders to discuss government investment stakes, aiming to create a partnership with the American public amid ongoing industry-government interactions.

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Reuters US President Donald Trump, at the top of a staircase up to Air Force One, pointing to the right. He is wearing a navy blue suit, white short and red neck tie.

Anthropic Co-founder Urges Ability to Slow AI Development Amid Rising Risks

Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark urges the ability to slow AI development, highlighting risks of autonomous AI growth and calling for regulatory frameworks to maintain human control.

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£400,000 Grant Boosts Paint Recycling Social Enterprise in Cambridgeshire

Remo, a Cambridgeshire social enterprise, received a £400,000 National Lottery grant to expand its recycled paint and repurposed furniture services, enabling extended hours and more staff.

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John Devine/BBC A woman with long blonde hair is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white lab coat. Behind her are stacks of paint tubs – some of them on shelves.

Uni Professor’s AI Use in Opinion Piece Highlights Trust Issues with Technology

A university vice-chancellor's undisclosed AI use in an opinion piece highlights the gap between widespread AI adoption and low public trust in the technology across Australia.

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Close up of woman's hand typing on computer keyboard in the dark

Innovative Fermentation Turns Food Waste into Tasty, Sustainable Cheese and More

Stanford scientists and biotech firms worldwide use fungal fermentation to transform food waste into cheese-like products, pet food, and meat substitutes, enhancing sustainability and flavor while reducing waste.

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Alessandra Massa, Anna-Katharina Preidl A slice of the lab-made cheese, which is brown rather that a typical cheese colour. It looks quite edible.

Aberdeen Explores Tram-Style Bus for Future Rapid Transit Network

Aberdeen is showcasing a tram-like bus as part of the Aberdeen Rapid Transit scheme, aiming to improve capacity, reliability, and journey times with dedicated lanes and modern vehicles. Costs could reach up to £323m, with plans to launch within 5-10 years.

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BBC A blue and white rapid transit vehicle branded “Aberdeen Rapid Transit” is parked in the city-centre under a bright, partly cloudy sky. It is in front of the City's Town House.

Leamington's 'Library of Things' Helps Residents Save by Borrowing Items

Leamington's 'Library of Things' lets residents borrow household items and tools to save money and reduce clutter. Founded by Maurice Herson in 2026, it promotes sustainable living and community sharing with flexible borrowing and donated second-hand goods.

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BBC A man and a woman stand outside a shop with yellow painted windows while holding a heat gun and a electric mixer. Above the door is a sign which reads Library of Things and Leam Eco hub.

Can AI-Powered Autonomous Killer Drones Ethically Operate in Warfare?

The rise of AI-powered autonomous drones in warfare raises ethical questions about programming morality into machines. Experts debate whether AI can make moral decisions, the challenges of legal frameworks, and the future role of human judgment in autonomous weapons.

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