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Beetles with backpacks: the future of disaster rescue is crawling closer

Scientists turn the small creatures into living robots helping to find survivors in disaster zones.

2 min read

7NEWS reporter Laura Dymock with a ‘living robot’ beetle — guided by a microchip to navigate disaster zones using its natural skills.

Does dieting make you feel depressed? This study reveals why

‘The findings suggest caution with overly restrictive or unbalanced diets.’

4 min read

Cutting your calories down too far could be linked with worse depression symptoms, new research suggests.

Heartwarming whale act documented in new research

3 min read

Researchers have filmed killer whales biting off kelp and placing it onto the back of another whale. (AP PHOTO)

Being polite to AI could be harmful to the environment

5 min read

Generative artificial intelligence models have become a common tool for everyday problem-solving.

Inside the lab trying to save the Great Barrier Reef

6 min read

A scientist collects coral samples for testing.

Aussie-first rocket finally gets its launch date after months of issues

3 min read

New launch window opens for Gilmour Technologies’ rocket after safety fixes and satellite milestone.