Tiny spider silk lenses could take images inside human body
Researchers in Taiwan used spider silk from a daddy long legs to make miniature lenses which could one day improve medical imaging. Read more...
Danielle Allen Wins Re-envisioned Kluge Humanities Prize
Dr. Allen, a Harvard political theorist whose work has spanned the Declaration of Independence and the governmental response to Covid-19, will lead an effort to cultivate civic strength. Read more...
Monzo business account - what's on offer?
Challenger bank Monzo, which already boasts more than two million customers for its personal offering, has launched a business account designed to help small businesses keep track of their finances. Read more...
The Religious Roots of a New Progressive Era
Welcome to the post-Protestant Reformation. Read more...
How to outsmart fake news in your Facebook feed
Fake news is actually really easy to spot -- if you know how. Consider this your New Media Literacy Guide. Read more...
ANOTHER 'explosive' book hits the Trumps Melania will be subject of tell-all by former best friend
Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, a close friend of Melania Trump and a former adviser to the East Wing, will release a memoir detailing her friendship with the first lady this fall. Read more...
Hundreds of drivers busted by high-tech mobile phone detection cameras are fighting their fines
Hundreds of NSW motorists caught by high-tech mobile phone detection cameras will fight their fines in court claiming there is not enough proof they were using their phones. Read more...
Sam Newman defends role in Nicky Winmar saga after it was claimed iconic photo WASN'T about racism
Newman, Don Scott and Mike Sheahan questioned the meaning behind Winmar pointing to his skin during a match for St Kilda in 1993 on the You Cannot Be Serious podcast in June. Read more...
College Football Season Could Be Shortened, N.C.A.A. Chief Tells Congress
Mark Emmert, the president of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, said that some conference championships could be played by Thanksgiving. Read more...
Robert Marshall-Andrews and his daughter Laura
A report with the heading Former Labour MPs daughter held by Italian police for being drunk told officers she was the daughter of Cabinet minister incorrectly identified Kathryn Emily Andrews as the daughter of former Labour MP Robert Marshall-Andrews. In fact, neither Mr Marshall-Andrews nor his daughter Laura were in any way connected to the incident. We apologise to them for the misunderstanding and any embarrassment caused. Read more...
Puerto Rico will require Covid-19 test results from visitors
Puerto Rico will have some stringent new rules for people traveling to the island amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more...
Lando Norris becomes youngest British driver on F1 podium
Lando Norris' shrieks of joy down the McLaren team radio not only brought a smile to almost ever Formula One fan, but also wrote the 20-year-old into the history books on Sunday. Read more...
Phil Neville's son Harvey signs first professional deal at Manchester United
Harvey Neville is a defender like both dad Phil and his uncle Gary were and he has now signed a one-year professional deal with the Old Trafford side after turning 18 late last month. Read more...
Software developer hacks Animal Crossing New Horizons to make it compatible with a 'smart' sex toy
A computer programmer in San Francisco has hacked Nintendo's Animal Crossing New Horizon so that the game will make smart sex toys vibrate on command in synch with game actions. Read more...
Congress Eyes More Spending as Virus Cases Surge and Economy Struggles
Republicans and Democrats are considering new aid for workers and businesses, but lobbyists and lawmakers say the Trump administration is not deeply engaged. Read more...