Teesside University is working with the UK National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) on an ambitious project to explore how nuclear energy can do more than generate electricity, by co-producing hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and heat for industrial and domestic applications.

Geologists at the British Geological Survey (BGS) have completed a major update to the geological map of the Yorkshire Wolds, where the underlying rocks and sediments play a vital role as natural reservoirs for the region’s underground water resources.

Brits should have their wits about them this festive shopping season, with cybercriminals looking to get hold of the most in-demand items this Christmas.

In the shadowy world of cybercrime, the battlefield is digital, the weapons are psychological, and the targets - increasingly - are us. From rogue hackers to state-sponsored actors, the tactics are evolving. Gone are the days of clumsy spam emails from imaginary princes.

A technology expert has shared his advice on how businesses can avoid a crippling cyber-attack. As we enter the last quarter of the year, Roy Shelton, CEO of managed services provider Connectus Group warned that business leaders needs to be increasingly vigilant to rising threats. Mr Shelton said: “Hostile actors thrive on a lack of vigilance.

More than 50% of Brits admit they have NEVER cleaned some of the most frequently touched items in their homes Mobile phones, laptops and remote controls are the main items being left off the list Cleaning experts share how and when we should be cleaning them, with guides to beat the filth

In June 2025 there was a major data leak, exposing 16 billion login credentials linked to platforms such as Apple, Facebook, and Google. This underscored the growing inadequacy of the old password-based security. This extraordinarily large leak, compiled from various infostealer attacks over time, highlights a persistent vulnerability that cybercriminals are only too eager to exploit.

Bio Capital, the UK’s leading producer of green energy from food waste, is turning school dinners into a lesson in sustainability. The Community Engagement Lead Nick Wilson has led an interactive ‘schools programme’ across North Yorkshire and the North-East.

Prepare for a fun-filled May half term at the National Science and Media Museum with something for the whole family to enjoy – from nostalgic hands-on gaming to extraordinary interactive experiences exploring science’s big questions. As well as Wonderlab and the Kodak Gallery, this half term marks the exciting launch of new permanent gallery, Power Up.

From prehistoric settlements, Roman walls and roads, medieval villages, and industrial heritage...the North East is rich in archaeological treasures. And for the first time ever, a water company has recruited a specialist in-house archaeologist to help it protect the past, while it builds for the future.

The findings pave the way for the development of potential drug treatments and personalised therapies for people living with the degenerative condition. Over 900 genetic links to osteoarthritis, including 500 that have never been reported before, have been uncovered in breakthrough research involving Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The Castle Howard Foundation (“CHF”) has been successful in its application to the Community Energy Fund for a grant to conduct detailed feasibility work into a geothermal system to decarbonise the heating of all the properties in the village of Coneysthorpe. The grant has been awarded alongside match-funding by Third Energy (a local energy company) and Castle Howard Estate Limited.

Mobile phone theft in the UK is surging at an alarming rate, with new figures revealing a sharp rise in incidents that show no sign of slowing. According to recent Freedom of Information (FOI) figures, obtained by The Independent, at least 83,900 mobile phone thefts between July 2023 and 2024, nearly doubling the 45,800 reported over the previous five years.

At software conferences or tech meetups, the term 'Cloud Native' is thrown around like confetti. Along with it comes an avalanche of buzzwords: containers, orchestration, microservices. But what does it all really mean for your business? Let's cut through the jargon and explore why Cloud Native has become such a hot topic – and more importantly, whether it's right for you.

In January 2025, rapper Stormzy was banned from driving for nine months after being caught using his phone at the wheel. Although drivers are four times more likely to be involved in a crash while using their phone, many still find the distraction all too tempting. In this article, SIM-only mobile provider spusu offers its advice for a safer driving experience.

As the Christmas shopping season is in full swing, AI is revolutionising industries and enhancing productivity but it is also fueling a concerning trend: discount fraud. Coupon company Voucherbox warn of the ways cybercriminals are leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to create shockingly realistic fake websites, emails, and discount offers to dupe consumers.

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