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Get ready to unleash your inner Cheetah because one of Disney's most iconic girl groups is making a comeback. Disney+ has officially announced The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen, a brand new film that will continue the beloved franchise for a new generation of fans. Production is set to begin this month in South Africa, with the story following Galleria and Chanel as they travel to Africa alongside Galleria's daughter and […]

Ever wondered why a tub of chocolate ice cream seems to make everything feel a little better? It turns out there may be a scientific explanation. While chocolate ice cream is not a cure for a bad day, researchers say several factors may help explain why it often feels so comforting. Chocolate naturally contains compounds including theobromine and small amounts of caffeine. These substances can stimulate the release of dopamine […]

Malta isn't just embracing artificial intelligence. Malta has officially been ranked as the European Union's biggest user of generative AI, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey. The findings reveal that 38% of people in Malta use generative AI every day in their personal lives, making the country the highest daily user across all EU member states. By comparison, the European average stands at just 20%, meaning Malta's adoption rate is […]

Not all laughter comes from the same place in the brain. A new scientific review has found that humans actually have two separate brain systems responsible for laughter. One controls genuine, spontaneous laughter driven by emotion, while the other produces deliberate, social laughter used during conversations and interactions. Researchers say the emotional system is linked to brain regions involved in reward and feelings of joy, while the voluntary system helps […]

A new study suggests that when it comes to negotiations, people would rather strike a deal with women. Researchers analysed five separate studies involving more than 2,400 participants and found that men and women achieved similar financial outcomes during negotiations. However, women consistently received higher ratings for trust, fairness, communication and overall rapport. Participants also said they were more willing to negotiate with women again in the future. Interestingly, the […]

Harry Styles fans are earning their place at concerts in a way that's making a real difference. Through a project called EARNT, fans can volunteer to help renovate schools, community centres and other local spaces in exchange for concert tickets. The initiative has already proven hugely popular, attracting more than 16,000 applications in Manchester alone. Similar volunteer events have also taken place in Amsterdam, with London next in line.   […]

For anyone who takes grilling seriously, this might be the perfect university course. A university in China has launched a three-year diploma programme dedicated entirely to barbecue, recognising grilling as a professional culinary skill rather than simply a hobby. Students reportedly study everything from heat control and ingredient selection to flavour development, food preparation and practical grilling techniques. The programme reflects the growing demand for skilled barbecue chefs in regions […]

If you've ever stopped to admire a street cat, there's now an app that turns the experience into a game. CatchCat is a new mobile app that lets users collect real-life cats simply by pointing their phone at them and taking a photo. Using on-device AI, the app identifies the cat, estimates its breed and awards it a rarity ranking ranging from common all the way to legendary. Developed by […]

Lionel Messi's greatest footballing moment has officially been immortalised in spectacular fashion. A remote town in Patagonia, Argentina, has unveiled an enormous 85-foot statue celebrating the football icon and Argentina's unforgettable victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Created by 61-year-old sculptor Aldo Beroisa, the monument took around 18 months to complete. It captures one of the tournament's most emotional moments, showing Messi dropping to his knees after Argentina's dramatic […]