Alphabet’s next moonshot: protect the ocean

Alphabet's moonshot factory is turning its attention back toward the ocean. But whereas Project Foghorn looked to turn seawater into a carbon-neutral fuel, the newly-announced Tidal has a broader mission to protect the sea and its aquatic inhabitants...

Scientists make a lifelike robotic fish using multipurpose ‘blood’

There's no question that robots have come a long way since their cold, clunky, cumbersome inception. Nowadays they're smart, agile and responsive -- but they're still missing the tactile, multipurpose elements that make living creatures flexible and...

FDA removes restrictions on genetically modified salmon

Genetically modified fish are about to become more of a practical reality in the US. The Food and Drug Administration has lifted an import alert on AquaBounty's genetically modified AquAdvantage salmon eggs, allowing the fish to reach the US over th...

Boppi Llama, Magical Unicorn, Cute Scootin’ Hamster, Adorable Angel Fish, Magical Mermaid, and Tiny Turtle Are 2019 Zuru Pets Alive Toys


Pets Alive are the new range of electronic pets that toymaker Zuru unveils at the Toy Fair 2019. The range is led by Boppi the Booty Shakin’ Llama. The dancing Llama has already raised a lot of...

Boppi Llama, Magical Unicorn, Cute Scootin’ Hamster, Adorable Angel Fish, Magical Mermaid, and Tiny Turtle Are 2019 Zuru Pets Alive Toys


Pets Alive are the new range of electronic pets that toymaker Zuru unveils at the Toy Fair 2019. The range is led by Boppi the Booty Shakin’ Llama. The dancing Llama has already raised a lot of...