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Taurine is an amino acid found in meat, fish and eggs (Columbia University Irving Medical Centre)
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Taurine may slow ageing process, research suggests

Taking taurine supplements has been shown to reverse key ageing markers in mice.
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How to spot fake news and misinformation

Here’s how to weed out fake images and outdated information on the internet in favour of trustworthy sources

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How to protect your smartphone during a heatwave this summer

With heatwaves expected in the coming weeks, here’s how to protect your phone from the rising temperatures

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Uber debuts AI smart-charging for London drivers as part of green push

Real-time data can tell drivers where and when to charge their electric vehicles, while passengers can find out how much CO2 they have avoided

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Instagram algorithms found to be promoting paedophile networks

Instagram owner sets up internal task force after investigation discovers the algorithmic promotion of child-sex content

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UK driver taking Uber to employment tribunal again over minimum wage

A driver who took Uber to the Supreme Court now wants a judge to clearly define how the ride-hailing app calculates minimum wage for gig economy workers

Science

Whiskers on an elephant’s trunk may help it feel and balance objects – study

Scientists say their research is the first detailed study of elephant whisker anatomy.
Science

Curly hair may have evolved to keep early humans cool, study suggests

Researchers believe findings may shed light how this evolutionary adaptation may have allowed human brains to grow in size
Tech

WhatsApp launches Channels as part of major redesign

The feature will live inside a new part of the app that’s separate from your chats

Science

Devastating heart condition spontaneously reversed in ‘unprecedented case’

Researchers said that, for the first time, they have seen evidence that amyloidosis affecting the heart can get better.
Science

Trouble with falling and staying asleep ‘linked to increased risk of stroke’

The researchers said the link was stronger in participants under 50 years of age who had five to eight insomnia symptoms.
Tech

Banks will be required to reimburse APP scam victims from next year

Most victims of authorised push payment fraud will be reimbursed within five business days, the Payment Systems Regulator said.
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When does iOS 17 come out? Apple reveals its next big iPhone update

Apple iOS 17 will be out in a matter of weeks — but there’s a catch

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Netflix users discover a way to bypass password-sharing ban

The trick makes it seem like people outside your home are using your internet connection

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Reddit blackout: Why subreddits are protesting to save unofficial apps

Some of the site’s biggest communities will go offline for 48 hours or more to protest Reddit’s divisive policy changes

Tech

Why is the second-hand value of electric cars plummeting?

New data reveals electric cars have lost an average of one third of their value in the past six months compared to just 0.5% for petrol vehicles. But why?

Science

Timber recovered from trench believed to oldest carved wood found in Britain

The piece of oak was discovered lying in peat during the construction of an outbuilding at a property in Berkshire.
Tech

Ukrainian pupil to buy home for his mother after selling Minecraft server

Lomond School pupil Maksym Gavrylenko has made a ‘substantial’ sum after selling the gaming firm he set up in his boarding school bedroom.
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How to get around Apple’s ‘ducking’ autocorrect

For when you’re not interested in discussing ducks

Science

AI has potential to create ‘dystopia or utopia’, minister says

Paul Scully, minster for tech and digital economy, said the benefits of AI should not be overlooked.
Tech

Fornite Chapter 4 Season 3: What to expect

The next season of Fortnite is now just days away, and is expected to feature a Transformers tie-in

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The LG StanbyME Go is a 27-inch tablet in a suitcase

About as portable as a decently sized television can be, but still extremely niche

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Apple Vision Pro: I went hands-on with the hottest gadget in the world

Apple’s Vision Pro has been revealed, and The Evening Standard was first in line for a go. Here are our thoughts...

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Oh ducking hell: Apple will fix autocorrect so you can swear freely

The update addresses an issue that has caused both hilarity and frustration over the years

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Pride: 8 LGBTQ+ podcasts to listen to for queer history and laughs

These podcasts cover topics from mental health and LGBTQ+ history, to raising families and romance

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Labour says AI should be licensed, like nuclear power

The party’s digital spokesperson, Lucy Powell, says UK developers should be regulated

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Where and how to use Wi-Fi, 4G, and 5G on the London Underground

Never miss a WhatsApp call or pause a Netflix binge again with these Tube connectivity tips

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Apple announces first ever 15-inch MacBook Air laptop

Apple’s most sensible laptop series just had a bigger-screen variant added to it

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Logo of Instagram’s new Twitter-killer app revealed

The service looks a lot like Elon Musk’s Twitter — but with one major difference

Tech

Augmented reality headset Vision Pro is ‘most advanced device ever’ – Apple

Apple chief executive Tim Cook unveiled the new product at the company’s HQ in California.
Tech

Sunak’s AI adviser warns tech could help produce killer weapons within two years

Matt Clifford said global regulation was needed to control AI and harness its capability for good purposes.
Tech

Apple WWDC: How to watch the conference live

Apple is set to unveil some interesting new hardware at its Worldwide Developer Conference. Here’s how to tune in

Science

Brisk walking or gardening could counteract genetic risk of diabetes – study

The findings suggest physical exercise should be promoted as a major strategy for prevention of type 2 diabetes.
Tech

British Airways cyberattack: What we know so far

A notorious Russian cybercrime gang that previously targted the NHS is thought to be behind the attack

Tech

Who is Linda Yaccarino? The woman who took over as Twitter’s new CEO

The TV advertising veteran is a major advocate for Twitter and a fan of its current boss

Science

Scientists identify key process in cell death that stops cancer from spreading

The researchers said their work could help open doors to new cancer treatments.
Science

When is the next full moon? June moon name and meaning

Most years see 12 full moons but there will be 13 full moons in 2023.

Tech

Work of AI robot to feature at London Design Biennale exhibition

The event will be the first time a humanoid robot has used AI algorithms to design household items