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Nvidia CEO heralds ‘inference inflection’ as next phase of AI boom, backed by $1 trillion in orders

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday elaborated on his vision for keeping his company at the forefront of the artificial intelligence boom that he predicted will produce a $1 trillion backlog in orders within the next year

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Where to buy refurbished laptops, plus the best deals to shop now

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Why pay full price? From MacBooks to Windows, here are the most trusted retailers for refurbished laptops

Scientists find entirely new kind of planet

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Study suggests that the galaxy’s planets could be far more different than we realised – and some might be able to support life

SimpliSafe Exclusive Discount: Get 50% OFF

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Upgrade your home security with SimpliSafe and get 50% off through this exclusive reader offer - smart protection, simple setup and no complicated installation required.

Where’s hot in April? The seven best places to visit for spring sunshine

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From Valencia to Rhodes, here are the best places to get away to avoid the UK’s April showers

Apple announces AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip – here’s what to know

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They now boast the same features as the AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4, with improved ANC and sound quality

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra highlights: 6 features that genuinely impressed me

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From a pixel-level privacy display to an upgraded Audio Eraser and agentic AI, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra delivers practical features that actually make a difference in everyday use. Here are the six that stood out most…

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Home Office use of AI in asylum cases could be unlawful, legal experts warn

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Exclusive: Caseworkers use AI to summarise asylum interviews and to search for information about country of origin

Companies House reveals IT update five months ago likely cause of major glitch

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A bug in its WebFiling service allowed users to access other companies’ details by pressing the back key on their web browser.

Scientists made a breakthrough in the study of whale sounds. Here's a look at the numbers

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Researchers on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, recently discovered the oldest known recordings of whale sounds and believe the discovery could help scientists understand how the animals communicate

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HBO Max launches in the UK next week, and Oscar-winner Sinners will be streaming on day one

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The UK is the last country to get access to the streaming service, and it couldn’t come at a better time

Volkswagen ID. Cross review: Small electric SUV feels impressively polished and properly posh

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Early drive of camouflaged prototype suggests Volkswagen’s upcoming compact electric SUV could become one of the most convincing cars in the class

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China unveils humanoid robot on wheels key to building lunar base

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Robot can help assemble infrastructure, transport materials, collect samples, and maintain equipment for a lunar base before astronauts arrive

Sunday, Mar 15

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I’m a textile scientist. Here’s how to fix your leaky raincoat

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There are a few simple ways you can care for your rain jacket to ensure you stay dry, even when it’s pouring

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A blow to Caribbean democracy as Stabroek News and Newsday papers fold after social media shift

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Two major Caribbean newspapers are shutting down as readers shift to social media and ad money dries up

Saturday, Mar 14

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I’m finding the best deals in the Amazon Spring Sale, from Dyson to Apple watches

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Consider this your cheat sheet to Amazon’s spring deals event

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Your anonymous social media accounts could be uncovered by AI, experts warn

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A new study has revealed how AI tools can threaten your anonymity online - experts tell us how to best protect yourself

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Researchers find smartphone app could help men last longer in bed

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The Melonga App guides users through therapeutic techniques, tips and exercises designed by urologists and psychologists

Friday, Mar 13

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The natural materials that make homes feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer

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How to naturally regulate your temperature within your home

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I’ve found the best VPN deals – including one for as little as 5p a day

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You can currently save on a VPN subscription with deals on NordVPN, Surfshark and more this month

These TUI deals can save you up to £500pp on May half-term holidays to Spain

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Deals include spacious villa stays, beachfront hotels and all-inclusive resorts

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Scientists discover giant dinosaur species which was the length of two buses

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Dasosaurus tocantinensis lived about 120 million years ago

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Flexible solar panels UK: What you need to know about cost and how they work

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Flexible solar panels are thinner, lighter and more versatile than standard ones, making them ideal for curved roofs, campervans and boats

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I’m rounding up the best deals in the Amazon Spring Sale, from Elemis to Dyson

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Consider this your cheat sheet to Amazon’s next big sale

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Nasa sets new launch date for Artemis Moon mission

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The rocket will return to the launch pad next week as astronauts prepare for first lunar mission since 1972

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Scientists reveal massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami

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New research shows structure is one of Earth's rare impact craters after massive asteroid struck region millions of years ago

China approves launch of world first brain-computer interface device

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China could see brain-computer interface (BCI) technology move into practical public use within three to five years

Thursday, Mar 12

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How experts say you can get the most out of your morning meals

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You’re going to want to skip the cereal, pastries and even some protein bars

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NASA clears its Artemis moon rocket for an April launch with four astronauts following repairs

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NASA has cleared its moon rocket for an April launch with four astronauts after completing the latest round of repairs