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Woman adjusting smart shower controls beside a smartphone, with potted plant and toiletries on the wooden shelf.

This French startup aims to make hotels greener without upsetting guests. Has it found the answer?

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

La start-up française Luniwave mise sur la gamification et les sciences comportementales pour aider les hôtels à réduire leur consommation...

People in military attire and suits discussing documents marked "Classified" at a table with a laptop and phone nearby.

OpenAI is set to become the Pentagon’s next military tool: Donald Trump harshly criticises Anthropic after failed talks.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

OpenAI has struck a deal with the US Department of Defense, clearing the way for its generative AI systems to...

Six scientists in lab coats examine a cylindrical object near a map, with a desert landscape visible through the window.

The French atomic energy giant is sharing its expertise with Barakah, the Middle East's first nuclear power plant.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Um complex on the edge of the Persian Gulf is trying to prove that desert, atom and oil can coexist...

White Ford electric SUV displayed in a showroom.

Ford drops flagship EV plans as it pivots towards cheaper models

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Ford is reshaping its product strategy, shelving some of its most ambitious electric-vehicle projects and redirecting investment towards more affordable...

Gloved hands examine a large jewel inside an open vintage suitcase with a certificate on a wooden desk.

A legendary diamond resurfaces in an old Habsburg suitcase.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Em a discreet safe deposit box at a Canadian bank, a suitcase forgotten for decades held a secret no one...

Group of young professionals discuss technology, focusing on a smartphone with "6G" display in a modern office setting.

6G now has a launch date: major tech companies are joining forces to speed up its development.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Qualcomm has unveiled a new coalition of technology and telecoms groups aimed at bringing 6G services to market from 2029,...

Person whisking pancake batter in a bowl on a wooden counter with ingredients and cooking pancakes in a pan nearby.

No scales needed: the 1-2-2-2 method ensures perfect crepe batter using just one cup.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Em many kitchens, the scales seem to vanish at exactly the wrong moment. Even so, the desire to serve perfect...

Jaguar to End New Petrol Car Sales in Australia by December 2025 as Brand Prepares High-End EV Relaunch

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Jaguar will stop selling new petrol-powered cars in Australia on 31 December 2025, drawing a line under its internal combustion...

Man studying a European map at a wooden table outdoors, surrounded by seeds, soil samples, and a field in the background.

A shock is coming: the value of farmland in these regions will drop by 60% in the coming decades.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Enquanto o clima muda silenciosamente, mapas oficiais já apontam para uma reviravolta brutal no valor de muitas explorações agrícolas europeias....

Sleek black SUV with modern design, displayed on a showroom platform, labelled "EVITAR 6" at the front.

SUVs e crossovers a evitar: 6 modelos com má reputação a não considerar.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Some SUVs and crossovers look ideal on paper, but in everyday UK use they can be costly: higher real-world fuel...

Woman in clinic with blood pressure cuff, holding chest, sitting with a clipboard. Receptionists visible in background.

Do you face discrimination daily? Here’s how it affects your health.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

<pVotre système immunitaire a de la mémoire, et il tolère mal l’injustice. Lorsque vous devez endurer, jour après jour, le...

Person jogging outdoors, holding water bottle, checking smartwatch, sunny day.

How does your body change when you start taking short walks throughout the week?

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

O relógio marca 18:15. You close the laptop, feeling the weight of the day on your shoulders and seeing your...

Hand filling feeder with seeds, three birds perched nearby, thermometer showing 5°C beside a small fountain.

This is exactly when you should stop feeding the birds, enthusiasts warn.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Os dias começam a alongar, os ramos ganham botões discretos, mas o ritual das aves nos vasos e floreiras ainda...

Hand pouring liquid from a tin can into another on a wooden surface with a notebook and magnifying glass nearby.

Check your cupboards: some tins of sardines could be worth a fortune.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Forgotten at the back of the cupboard, a few old tins of sardines might be worth far more than your...

Hands cleaning a window with a blue cloth and spray bottle; view of plants outside.

The secret to streak-free window cleaning, even in strong sunlight

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Fim de tarde, o sol a entrar de lado pela janela da sala, aquele laranja bonito a invadir o sofá....

Person testing smartphone with camera stabiliser in modern tech store; blurred shoppers in background.

Honor plans robot-armed ‘Robot Phone’ launch in China in late 2026, reports say

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Honor is preparing to sell a “Robot Phone” featuring a retractable robotic arm and a 200-megapixel camera in the second...

A woman checks her blood sugar with a device on her arm, seated at a kitchen table with fruit and a notepad.

The unexpected remedy for diabetes is hidden… just outside your window.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Num país onde muita gente passa o dia trancada em escritórios, uma mudança quase invisível pode mexer com o açúcar...

Person using an air fryer with vegetables and chicken, smartphone nearby, two children seated at a dining table in the backgr

Cosori 10L Airfryer: this family-sized model is now 27% off.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Enquanto a conta de electricidade assusta e o tempo para cozinhar diminui, um electrodoméstico discreto começa a mudar a rotina...

Red electric car in a modern showroom, with a charging station and a world map on the wall.

China Tightens Grip on Global Electric and Hybrid Car Market in 2025

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

China strengthened its hold on the global market for new energy vehicles (NEVs) in 2025, as worldwide car sales rose...

2025 white Toyota RAV4 parked in a modern showroom with sunlight streaming through large windows.

Toyota RAV4 2025: SUV elegante com motor híbrido, segurança avançada e equipamentos premium

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

The practical question is: “does it fit my day-to-day life in Portugal?” More than outright power, what matters is getting...

Person placing salad container in a fridge with chicken, pickles, eggs, berries, and herbs.

The secret to arranging your fridge so that food stays fresh for longer.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Você abre o frigorífico num dia de semana qualquer, pronto para preparar um almoço rápido. Lá dentro, um tomate já...