Science & Technology

Published: 20 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A company targeted in a cyberattack involving rogue artificial intelligence models has described the incident as a “wake-up call” for the technology industry, warning that advanced AI systems could create new challenges for cybersecurity. The attack has raised concerns about the growing ability of artificial intelligence tools to assist or independently carry out harmful digital activities....

Published: 20 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online France has approved landmark legislation prohibiting children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, making it one of the first countries in Europe to introduce such sweeping restrictions on young users. The new law aims to strengthen online child protection by requiring social media companies to implement stricter age verification systems and prevent...

Published: 17 July 2026| The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online As record-breaking heatwaves sweep across Europe, millions of people are searching for ways to cope with rising temperatures, and many are turning to a surprising source for relief: Chinese-made air conditioners. Demand for cooling equipment has surged across the continent as countries experience increasingly intense periods of extreme heat. Chinese manufacturers, which dominate much of the global...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online TikTok is facing a formal investigation by the UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, over concerns that the social media platform may not be doing enough to verify the ages of its users and protect children from inappropriate online content. The inquiry comes amid increasing scrutiny of how major technology companies enforce age restrictions and comply with new...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A team of wildlife researchers has announced the discovery of a previously unknown monkey species deep within the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), revealing a rare primate distinguished by its vivid orange lips and unique physical characteristics. The discovery, described by scientists as one of the most significant primate findings in recent...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Chinese authorities have detained an American scientist known for researching North Korea's nuclear weapons programme, a move that has intensified diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Washington and raised concerns within the international scientific community. The detention comes amid already strained relations between the United States and China, with disagreements over trade, technology, security and regional influence...

Published: 15 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online The UK government is considering introducing a mandatory midnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds as part of a wider effort to improve online safety, protect young people's mental health and encourage healthier digital habits. The proposal, which is currently under discussion, would require major social media platforms to restrict access for users aged 16...

Published: 15 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The global tech landscape faces a major reckoning following recent legal actions. Dozens of former Meta employees have initiated a significant federal lawsuit today. They allege that the company used artificial intelligence to target specific workers. These workers believe the systems unfairly identified them for recent mass layoffs. The lawsuit claims that Meta utilized sophisticated algorithms to finalize...

Published: 14 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The British Broadcasting Corporation is moving its main studio operation to Atlanta for the upcoming England match. This pivotal World Cup semi-final against Argentina represents a major moment for national television broadcasting. Executives expect record-breaking viewing figures as the nation tunes in to watch Thomas Tuchel lead his squad. The corporation previously maintained a remote approach for most...

Published: 14 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Japanese government has officially acknowledged an urgent requirement to strengthen its national defenses against foreign intelligence operations. This statement follows a comprehensive investigation published recently by the New York Times regarding current activities. The report describes Japan as a growing hub for foreign espionage and illicit procurement networks. Officials in Tokyo expressed deep concern over findings that...