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World-first' vaccine designed by Artificial Intelligence
James GallagherHealth and science correspondent Artificial intelligence has been used to develop a 'fundamentally new' type of vaccine that could protect against large swathes of viruses and prevent pandemics, say researchers. The team at the…
'Seductive' designer scent 'perfect' for summer drops from £62 to £33
Beauty enthusiasts hoping to revitalise their fragrance collection for summer might want to check out the new luxury perfume set at Next. The limited-edition Armani Beauty Luxury Fragrance Edit combines five premium scents from some of the most…
The University of Cambridge says it successfully tested a vaccine with an AI-designed antigen
Wherever you stand on the role of AI in the future of humanity, it has undeniably proved useful in the field of medical research. And now a team of researchers from the University of Cambridge have utilized the technology to create what they call a…
New AI-designed vaccine 'could protect against whole families of viruses'
New vaccine technology created with the help of artificial intelligence could provide immunity against whole families of viruses and protect people from any future mutations in a single jab, according to scientists. The method could prevent…
The Trendy Nail Designs Everyone Is Asking for This Summer
The power of a great manicure is not to be underestimated: Beyond helping you feel instantly more put-together, personalized nail designs are an outlet for self-expression. With that in mind, it only makes sense to start a new season with a…
Russia is using a World War I camouflage design to try and fool Ukrainian drones
The Russians are using spray paint to fight the Ukrainian robot drones that are decimating their Army's supply lines. They are painting trucks with stark black-and-white zigzags and blotches covering everything from the chassis to the tires. Yes…
Merlin Shares Rally After Defense Department's Design Review Wraps
Shares of Merlin surged after the company said the Defense Department's critical design review of its flagship government and defense program was successfully completed. The stock was up 22% at $8.79 after hours. Shares closed the trading day down…
The East London Gallery Betting on Design's Next Generation
When you speak to anyone who came of age in London's design world in the late 1990s and early 2000s, they tell you that the scene was as much about the spaces between the products as the products themselves. While independent shops championed (and…
Floral nails are summer's chicest manicure trend: 10 ideas and designs to try now
We all know how it goes: April showers bring May flowers. But that shouldn't end because it turns summer. In fact, I think florals – on your dresses, in your hair, and yup, on your nails – look the best when the weather heats up.
AI is designing OpenAI's next model in a sign of 'super intelligence': SoftBank's Masayoshi Son to CNBC
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son said OpenAI's next model is being designed by AI in a sign of 'super intelligence.' Son said his previous forecast of artificial super intelligence arriving in ten years was 'conservative' and he expects it will be here…
Six Designers to Watch From Central Saint Martins 2026 BA Fashion Show
LONDON — For the first time in 15 years, the Central Saint Martins ' graduate BA fashion show moved from the school's hallowed halls to South London's Peckham. Held an hour from central London, ultimately location didn't matter. Established…
Merlin surges after completing critical design review for autonomous software program (MRLN:NASDAQ)
Merlin (MRLN) up 29.5% pre-market Friday after announcing the successful completion of the critical design review for its C-130J autonomy program with the U.S. Special Operations Command. The milestone validates the system's design readiness and…
Trees planted by Robert Burns identified on the farm he designed and built
Fresh research at the Dumfriesshire dwelling has found that a stand of mature beech trees in its grounds was likely planted by Robert Burns himself when he altered a watercourse as part of his agricultural improvements to the land. The trees…
Summer 2026's Short Nail Designs Are Juicy and Bright
Sure, long tips wrapped around an icy cocktail glass will always exude summer elegance—but don't count short nails out. They can carry trendy motifs and impactful adornments just as well as longer nails. In fact, Maryna Slynko, a nail artist…
2 Futures, 1 CX Strategy: Designing for Humans Today and AI Agents by 2028
What is Agentic Customer Experience (ACx) and why does it matter now? ACx is a new enterprise CX architecture built around AI systems that can reason, plan, and act across channels autonomously — and it's emerging as the answer to why most…
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