[28/05/2019 14:53] Tim Collins: The Roscosmos Soyuz 2-1b rocket (pictured on launchpad, top right) thundered into the air (left) from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome near Mirny, northern Russia, at 06:23 UTC on May 27, 2019. The spacecraft was carrying a replacement GLONASS-M radio navigation satellite (bottom right) into orbit.
Would you let a ROBOT take your wedding pictures? Couple hire AI powered automated photographer to capture candid shots of guests as a fun alternative to a photo booth
A 'selfie robot' (Left, right)has made its debut at a wedding in the UK, potentially replacing the instant cameras that a favourite of wedding parties. Eva Photography Robot, from Service Robots near Birmingham, asks partygoers if they would like to take a picture and can even be pre-customised to ask questions using speech. Photos taken (inset) can be shared via text message or email and the robot manages to avoid bumping into people using an infrared sensor.
Archaeologists discover 2,000-year-old marble head of the wine god Dionysus built into a medieval Roman wall
A 2,000-year-old marble bust found trapped within a medieval wall in Rome may depict the face of Dionysus, the ancient god of wine and festivity. Archaeologists discovered the stone head during recent excavations near the Roman Forum, in the heart of the city, according to The Local. It was built into the wall itself. Experts say it was likely once part of a much larger statue, and had eyes made of glass or previous stone.
Dragon-shaped island made up of 10,000 floating homes could generate zero-carbon power for Wales for more 100 years with underwater turbines, developers say
Dragon Energy Island has been designed as part of a revived proposal for a tidal lagoon in Swansea. The developers say that the project would be cheaper and provide energy for the home for over 100 years. The ambitious proposal also says that giant, underwater turbines could generate zero-carbon power for Swansea and beyond for more than a century.
Astronomers spot a spike in mysterious 'blades' on Jupiter's Great Red Spot as the storm continues to fizzle out
Astronomers from around the world say they've documented an uptick in what they describe as 'blades' or 'wings' spiraling out from a massive storm on Jupiter's surface known as the 'Great Red Spot.' he storm, which has raged for hundreds of years inside the planet's sprawling atmosphere, appears to be 'unraveling' they say, noting large 'flakes' that spiral out from the the spot's perimeter.
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- Ancient rock structure discovered under the ice of East and West Antarctica is controlling the flow of ocean water under the Ross Ice Shelf and may affect rate of future melting
- Scientists find undisturbed pockets of seawater from the last Ice Age 20,000 years ago in the Maldives - and say they will provide clues about our planet's changing climate
- Dragon-shaped island made up of 10,000 floating homes could generate zero-carbon power for Wales for more 100 years with underwater turbines, developers say
- Is this really art? Laptop infested with the world's most dangerous viruses including WannaCry ransomware that crippled computers in 74 countries sells for £1 million at auction
- Amazon Alexa will soon record EVERYTHING you say rather than wait to hear its name first, new patent reveals
- Two new dinosaur species that are distant relatives of T Rex are discovered in fossils found in Thailand 30 years ago
- Poaching of African elephants is in DECLINE as demand for ivory plummets in China – but experts warn the iconic beasts are still at risk with 15,000 animals slain each year
- Astronomers spot a spike in mysterious 'blades' on Jupiter's Great Red Spot as the storm continues to fizzle out of existence
- Electrifying footage shows the moment Russian Soyuz rocket is struck by lightning during launch — and STILL manages to lift off successfully
- Amazon Alexa will soon record EVERYTHING you say rather than wait to hear its name first, new patent reveals
- How a barrage of lightning strikes triggered by ancient supernovae around EIGHT MILLION years ago could have first prompted human ancestors to walk upright
- WhatsApp announces it will host ads by next year at parent firm Facebook’s marketing conference - breaking its founder's promise that this would NEVER happen
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- Ancient rock structure discovered under the ice of East and West Antarctica is controlling the flow of ocean water under the Ross Ice Shelf and may affect rate of future melting
- Global smartphone sales slumped by 22 MILLION devices last year as people stuck with their old handsets rather than invest in expensive new gadgets
- Archaeologists discover 2,000-year-old marble head of the wine god Dionysus built into a medieval Roman wall
- Is this really art? Laptop infested with the world's most dangerous viruses including WannaCry ransomware that crippled computers in 74 countries sells for £1 million at auction
- Scientists find undisturbed pockets of seawater from the last Ice Age 20,000 years ago in the Maldives - and say they will provide clues about our planet's changing climate
- Two new dinosaur species that are distant relatives of T Rex are discovered in fossils found in Thailand 30 years ago
- Apple drops a new $199 iPod touch with first major upgrade in four years - including an A10 chip that makes it run 'twice as fast'
- Puppy training classes really DO work! One hour sessions once a week reduce a dog’s aggression, fear and sensitivity to touch, experts say
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- People are spending LESS time on Facebook after the firm tweaked the News Feed to bring users 'closer together', study finds
- Poaching of African elephants is in DECLINE as demand for ivory plummets in China – but experts warn the iconic beasts are still at risk with 15,000 animals slain each year
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Find of the century: Incredibly preserved 2,400-year-old Celtic warrior's shield made from tree bark is dug up in Leicestershire - the first ever found in Europe
A bark shield (inset, right) dated by radiocarbon to the iron age between 395-255BC has been reconstructed and analysed by researchers at the University of York. It was stiffened with wooden straps and had a rim and wooden handles, showing signs of being painted and scored with red chequerboard decoration. Scientists reconstructed the shield (left) and say bark used instead of metal or solid timber would have made it much lighter and given soldiers more speed and movement.
Amateur astronomer captures the amazing moment dozens of Starlink satellites soar through the sky in single file, after SpaceX launch sparked UFO fears
In a video captured by an amateur astronomer, the satellites appear as a string of consecutive lights and can be seen flying through the night sky a little more than a day after they were launched. While Langbroek set up his camera in anticipation of viewing the satellites, other stargazers weren't anticipating the spectacle, causing an outpouring of UFO claims.
Robot teaches itself to write in languages it's NEVER SEEN before and can even copy a sketch of the Mona Lisa
A new robot created by researchers from Brown University can learn to write languages and sketch drawings practically on its own. After learning to write Japanese characters, the robot was able to teach itself how to copy a sketch of the Mona Lisa, as well as various words in 10 different languages, including Hindi, Greek and English, just by studying various examples.
The terrifying moment a robot dog pulls a 3-ton AIRPLANE with ease across more than 30 feet
Robot dogs have come along way from the days of being tipped over by humans. A surprising new video shows off just how advanced the four-legged droids have become, as a 'HyQReal' robo-dog can be seen dragging an airplane that weighs a whopping 3 tons across the Geneva Airport in Italy. HyQReal was created by researchers at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) as a device designed to support humans in emergency situations.
The AI that can make Mona Lisa smile: Samsung reveals algorithm that creates fake talking-head videos using just ONE photo
As if the world of deep-faked pictures and video wasn't scary enough, researchers from Samsung's AI center in Moscow have demonstrated an algorithm that can fabricate videos using only one image. In a video demonstration and a paper published in the pre-print journal ArXiv, the researchers show the capabilities of what is described as 'one-shot' and 'few-shot' machine learning.
Day and night in a single photo: Astronaut on the International Space Station captures stunning image of Earth's 'shadow line'
NASA has released a remarkably detailed image showing a view of the Earth transitioning from day into night. Sweeping views of the planet can be seen, as well as the Earth's 'shadow line,' a rare sight wherein the division between night and day can be viewed by the naked eye. The stunning photo was shot on Monday by astronaut Christina Koch aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX launches its 'heaviest payload ever' - the first of 60 Starlink satellites for Elon Musk's global high-speed internet network
igh-tech entrepreneur Elon Musk's SpaceX company launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida on Thursday on a mission to carry the first batch of five dozen small satellites into low-Earth orbit for his new Starlink internet service. The rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station at about 10:30pm marking a milestone in a global enterprise aimed at generating cash for Musk's larger ambitions in space.
How even cans have a hidden PLASTIC lining: Experiment reveals the little known 'secret' clear film in most drinks tins that can be revealed by burning off the aluminium around it
The shocking video reveals the secret film of plastic that lines the interior of most aluminium cans, used to block chemical reaction between aluminium and acid in the fizzy drink. The acid reacting with the aluminium creates aluminium phosphate with excess levels of the aluminium compound having been associated with bone and brain disorders.
Incredible footage reveals super-cooled water instantly freezing when poured out of a bottle
The viral video was shaed around the world and showcases the phenomenon of supercooling which lets water remain liquid below its freezing point.
Ford unveils driverless van that comes with its own two-legged delivery ROBOT to drop off packages on your doorstep
Self-driving delivery vehicles may be getting closer to becoming a reality, but Ford believes there's one leg of the process that could be further solved by robots. Ford's autonomous delivery robot robot is capable of lifting packages that weigh 40lbs, so it can deliver your pizza, Amazon package or groceries straight to your doorstep.
Tiny robot inspired by a bush baby can bounce THREE times higher than its own height in a single leap to navigate unstable terrain
A nimble robot inspired by bush babies can now bounce three times its own height in a single leap. Launched in 2016, engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, originally built Salto (saltatorial locomotion terrain obstacles) to jump at 1.75 metres per second. Now, it's been enhanced with a string of new features, which see it reach new heights while navigating obstacle courses and strolling through the streets.
The virtual church redefining religion for the internet age: Watch as pastor BAPTIZES a pink-haired anime girl in VR while Tigger and a talking banana look on
D.J. Soto has been running what’s said to be the first virtual reality church , where gamers from all walks of life are invited to ‘learn about God, faith, and science.’ It exists entirely in the virtual realm, offering hour-long streams every Sunday for an online congregation made up of equal parts robots and human avatars. And, it’s even a place for those looking to be cleansed of their sins. A bizarre new video shared this week by YouTuber Syrmor shows what it’s like to be baptized in VR, complete with an audience of cartoon characters and an anime girl ‘immersed in divine love.’
Jaw-dropping images reveal the 150-FOOT-TALL glacial masses floating through Canada's 'iceberg alley,' where hundreds of towering structures drift past each year
An amateur photographer captured the breadth and versatility of icebergs from his vantage in what's known as 'iceberg alley.' In a series of images from his home in Cape Bonavista, Newfoundland, photographer Mark Gray documented a processions of icebergs as the drifted by in the Labrador Sea through his personal Twitter account. About 400 to 800 icebergs make it to the coast of Newfoundland every year but in some exceptional cases more than 2,000 have been recorded during one banner season in 1984.
Three-million-year old 'Mighty Mouse' had RED fur: Extinct mouse with a ginger back and a tiny white tummy is the first fossil ever found with red pigment
A team of scientists from Manchester University have found chemical traces of red pigment in a mouse that lived millions of years ago, the first time this was detected in an ancient fossil. The extinct creature - nicknamed 'Mighty Mouse' by the research team - had brown to reddish fur on its back and sides and had a tiny white tummy.
Inside Facebook's robotics lab where machines are learning to think for themselves: Firm shows off AI that can touch, play, and interact
Facebook on Monday gave a detailed look into some of the projects being undertaken by its AI researchers at its Menlo Park, California-based headquarters, many of which are aimed at making robots smarter.Among the machines being developed are walking hexapods that resemble a spider, a robotic arm and a human-like hand complete with sensors to help it touch.
Flying jet-powered taxi that carries five passengers at 186mph performs successful take-off in Germany
A German has conducted its first successful flight of its electric five-seater air taxi. Lilium, based in Munich, lew an unmanned test flight of its vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) system in early May. The jet has 36 engines which allow it to take off vertically, and has a maximum top speed of 80mph (300 kmph) and a range of 80 miles. According to the tech firm, its flying taxi would allow users to travel from London to Manchester in less than an hour.
Pigeon slippers, dog's liver and inscribed cheese: The bizarre prescriptions two 'celebrity doctors' made in 17th century England to cure witchcraft, STDS and the plague
Simon Forman (inset, top right) and his protégé Richard Napier (inset, bottom right) paraded through Elizabethan England professing to be able to heal people of anything from witchcraft to 'bloody flux'. Consultation of the stars and a plethora of absurd treatments, including pigeon slippers, deer dung and boiled crab, were prescribed to patients. The pair left behind notes on every one of their 80,000 cases, but it was written in almost illegible writing (main) and has long remained a mystery. Researchers at the University of Cambridge have now deciphered the texts and placed some of the bizarre records online.
The medieval peasant diet that was 'much healthier' than today's average eating habits: Staples of meat, leafy vegetables and cheese are found in residue inside 500-year-old pottery
Residues of food was found inside 500-year-old pottery at the medieval town of West Cotton in Northamptonshire. Analysis revealed the normal folk dined on stews made with mutton and beef as well as leafy vegetables - with cabbage and leek a favourite. They would have dined on bread and so-called 'white meats' - a term used by peasants which included butter and various cheeses. Poor people couldn't afford finer delicacies like fish but the presence of oats and barley proves they had access to carbohydrates, likely in the form of bread.
Remains of the wife of King Canute who 'walked over hot metal to prove she did not cheat on him' have been discovered in chests at Winchester Cathedral
Remains found in 1,000-year-old chests in Winchester Cathedral (top left, top right) are thought to be those of Queen Emma (bottom), wife of two Anglo-Saxon kings, including Canute (inset, left). Her importance was such that she was the first queen whose portrait was painted by artists (inset, right) and immortalised in court records. She was betrothed to King Ethelred The Unready and upon his death, married his successor, King Canute, author of one of the country's most lasting legends. Canute is popularly known by the story that he tried to teach his advisors the limits of his power by instructing them to carry him to the beach. The King then ordered the tide to stay out. The bones will go on display as part of an exhibition of the Cathedral's history, Kings and Scribes, which will open later this month, of which Queene Emma (artist's recreation, top middle) features prominently.
Brand new Doctor Who virtual reality adventure launching on Vive, Oculus and BBC's VR app will let fans step inside the Tardis
Written by Victoria Asare-Archer and directed by Mathias Chelebourg, Doctor Who: The Runaway allow fans of the long-running science fiction show to become the Doctor's latest travelling companion by donning a VR headset.
Russian farmer unearths the remains of a 2,000-year-old nomadic 'royal' buried alongside a 'laughing' man with an egg-shaped head and a haul of jewellery, weapons and animal sacrifices
A farmer found the haul when digging on his land in the south of Russia near the Caspian Sea. It is a burial mound dating back up to 2,000 years and contains the remains of a high-ranking nomadic'royal'. The chieftain (left) was buried with his head raised as if on a pillow and wearing a cape adorned with gold plagues. Other discoveries include along the skull of a 'laughing' man with an artificially deformed egg-shaped cranium (bottom right) and pieces of jewellery (top right).
Stone Age families crawled on hand and foot through dark caves for FUN carrying wooden torches 14,000 years ago, new study suggests
A series of tracks created roughly 14,000 years ago has revealed stunning new insight into the ways ancient humans explored dark, potentially treacherous cave systems during the Stone Age. Researchers say at least 180 hand and footprints line the clay-rich floor of Italy’s cave of Bàsura in the famous Toirano caves, indicating ancient humans crawled barelegged through low tunnels as they searched for food and even explored for fun. The group that left behind these tracks thousands of years ago included a total of five individuals, from adults to children as young as three years old, who navigated the dark pathways using wooden sticks as torches.
Lenovo unveils the 'world's first' foldable laptop with a 13-inch bendable screen that folds in half to become the size of a book
The Chinese tech giant is bringing bendy screen technology to a totally new gadget, releasing what it's calling the 'world's first foldable PC.' Users can fold it in half to read their favorite book in bed, unfold it and stand it up using the built-in kickstand to watch their favorite videos hands-free, or use it as a full-screen tablet to take notes during a meeting at the office.
Rise of the machines: Hulking 165-pound humanoid robot delicately 'walks a tightrope' of tiny blocks in eerily similar fashion to a human walking along a treacherous path
Researchers from the Institute for Human & Machine Cognition in Florida have created a robot that uses a planning algorithm to balance its way across an uneven path of cinder blocks. The video shows the robot, called Atlas, carefully moving across a balance beam using body control, much like a human would. It was created using LIDAR, a system that uses a pulsed laser to measure the distance between objects, in order to step correctly on the narrow terrain.
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