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The 'two maidens' of Pompeii may have been GAY LOVERS, scientists say - after reanalysing

As Mount Vesuvius erupted with molten rock and ash 2,000 years ago, two doomed residents of Pompeii clutched each other in their final moments. Trapped in an eternal embrace, they have been come to be known as 'The Two Maidens'. However, new DNA analysis on the bodies suggests that the iconic pair might need a new name. Researchers from the Max Planck Institute found that at least one, if not both of the people were men. David Reich, one of the authors of the new study, said: 'A pair of individuals thought to be sisters, or mother and daughter, were found to include at least one genetic male. 'These findings challenge traditional gender and familial assumptions.' While the true nature of their relationship remains unclear, experts say they may have been gay lovers.

Shock photos show physical deterioration of stranded NASA astronaut Sunita Williams

Photos have revealed NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' shocking weight loss as she and her crewmate remain stuck on the International Space Station (ISS). An anonymous NASA employee said the agency is working to help her stabilize and hopefully reverse her weight loss.

Congress revealed it will hold a hearing to expose the truth about UAPs. The Committee specifically said that the case will focus research programs conducted in the shadows of the government.

When the 'God of Chaos' asteroid flies by our planet in five years, Earth's gravity could cause it to experience 'asteroidquakes,' scientists predict. It will pass us by on April 13, 2029.

America's largest Bigfoot research group has published an account of the legendary creature 'whooping' for nearly ten minutes and waking up dogs in Connecticut

Florida 's hurricane center has issued an advisory for Rafael, saying the storm is 'likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions' over the next few days. The storm is in the Gulf of Mexico.

Even elephants like playing pranks! Watch the hilarious moment an animal turns off the water while its friend tries to take a shower

Whether it's a stapler in jello or a classic whoopee cushion, many of us enjoy playing cheeky pranks on our friends. And a new study shows that we're not alone. Zookeepers at Berlin Zoo were amazed to witness an Asian elephant pranking its friend. The elephant, called Anchali, sabotaged her friend Mary's shower by lifting and kinking the hose to disrupt the flow of water.

Researchers found that chimpanzees' performance on computer tasks is influenced by the number of people watching them.

A long-forgotten city was discovered in modern-day Saudi Arabia that revealed how humans urbanized 4,000 years ago. The ancient people exhibited signs of 'slow urbanization.'

Dr Primrose Freestone, a senior lecturer in Clinical Microbiology at the University of Leicester, has warned that second-hand clothes are 'swimming in germs'.

It's the age-old riddle that has baffled scientists for hundreds of years. But experts may have finally cracked the conundrum of whether the chicken or egg came first.

The mystery of King Arthur's Hall: Cornish monument is 4,000 years OLDER than we thought -

In legend, King Arthur and his knights ruled England more than 1,000 years ago before vanishing from history. Now, archaeologists have found that the mysterious site known as King Arthur's Hall is 4,000 years older than previously thought. King Arthur's Hall in Bodmin, Cornwall was once considered to be nothing more than a simple medieval animal pen. However, a team of researchers have now revealed that the site actually dates back to the early Neolithic period 5,500 years ago. This means the strange stone structure could be even older than Stonehenge and predates the legend of Arthur by thousands of years.

China posted the first official photo of its J-35A stealth fighter (above) on Tuesday, teasing the debut of a jet accused of originating with 'terabytes' of stolen US military data

The majority of the US is experiencing moderate to severe drought conditions that have led to fire bans and water conservation efforts in several states.

While the rest of us have been fretting about recycling and using paper straws, a new study shows that the private jets of the super-wealthy produced 46 per cent more pollution in 2023 than in 2019.

If you venture over to the snack cupboard, are you reaching for a packet of crisps or a chocolate bar? According to a new study, your answer could reveal a lot about your personality.

Expert reveals the best way to banish wrinkles - and it's NOT retinol

It's the skincare staple most women have in their beauty kit. But using a retinol - renowned for its anti-ageing benefits - could soon be replaced by simply bathing your face in infra-red lights, according to an expert. Shark Ninja - best known for vacuum cleaners and air fryers - has invented a £270 therapy mask that it claims to be the best way to banish wrinkles.

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Britain is gripped by 'anticyclonic gloom': Weather phenomenon of fog and grey clouds

Britain is in the grip of 'anticyclonic gloom' with the weather having been stuck in a rut of mist, fog and low cloud for weeks - and no sunshine on the horizon. Much of England and Wales has had no meaningful rainfall apart from some drizzle since October 28, although Scotland last saw downpours over the weekend. And the last day with widespread sunshine across the UK was October 27, although a few weather stations recorded several hours of brightness on Halloween. The country's weather is being dominated by high pressure, or an anticyclone, which has been blocking fronts bringing rain and resulting in an extended dry spell. While such a setup often leads to warm and sunny days with light winds in the summer months, they can result in 'anticyclonic gloom' in autumn and winter. The Met Office has confirmed Britain is under such a phenomenon this week, with the high pressure trapping an area of moisture near the earth's surface. Low cloud, mist and fog are then formed by this moisture, which cannot lift and clear because the sunshine and the winds are light - giving the dull conditions.

Researchers used DNA sequencing to uncover the familial relationships of those killed in Pompeii during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

A new report claimed that the cellphone used by Donald Trump 's lead criminal defense attorney was hacked by Chinese cybercriminals who accessed text messages and recorded calls.

The Doomsday Glacier - an Antarctic glacier the size of Florida - is melting faster than expected. If it collapses, it will cause catastrophic flooding in coastal cities around the world.

Americans in two states have been told to stay out of the ocean due to Hurricane Rafael churning through the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters warned waves up to 6ft high could form.

NASA gives health update on astronauts mysteriously hospitalized after space mission

After public concern for the health of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and four Crew-8 astronauts mounted this week, the agency says all of them are safe and healthy. Though NASA has not offered any additional details about Williams' status or what prompted the Crew-8 to receive medical attention.

The environmental campaigners have accused food safety bodies and the tuna industry of 'cynical lobbying' that serve 'economic interests... to the detriment of health'.

Meteorologists are tracking Hurricane Rafael's potential path toward the US after the storm barreled into Cuba. The storm has weakened to a Cat 2 and is now unlikely to hit the US.

Starbucks' mobile app has gone down for thousands of Americans heading to work.

This flavoured vape can weaken the lungs' natural defences, making it harder for the body to fight off infections, report scientists at McGill University in Canada.

Chinese scientists have built a 'real-life DEATH STAR': Terrifying Star Wars-inspired

Chinese scientists claim to have created a 'real-life Death Star' capable of devastating enemy satellites in orbit. The science-fiction-inspired weapon combines pulses of microwave radiation into a single powerful beam - just like the planet-destroying lasers shown in Star Wars (right).

Scientists predict that this year is now 'virtually certain' to be the hottest year on record and the first year to smash past the 1.5 degree targets of the Paris Agreement.

Scientists have revealed that the mysterious fat balls plaguing beaches are not toxic tar from an oil spill but actually have a fare more disgusting origin.

A 'groundbreaking' orbital maneuver was conducted by Space Force's secretive military spaceplane. The aircraft is the first-of-its-kind to use the Earth's atmosphere to reach a new level of orbit.

Apple fans have slammed CEO Tim Cook for a message he shared about Trump's election win against Kamala Harris.

Fresh health concerns about NASA astronauts stranded on ISS after 'gaunt' new photo

Doctors have raised concerns about the health of NASA astronauts who have been stranded on the ISS for 152 days. Sunita Williams, 59, appeared in a photo that showed her cheeks were sunken in. It comes as four crew members were hospitalized after a recent return to Earth.

Researchers claim that the sounds used in many toy commercials are influencing the way children perceive masculinity and femininity.

A new optical illusion reveals whether you will respond logically or emotionally to the election results that confirmed Donald Trump will be the next US president.

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has warned that tropical storm conditions will impact the Florida Keys today as Category 2 Hurricane Rafael barrels toward the Gulf Coast.

The US military launched a hypersonic nuclear missile shortly after Donald Trump declared victory in the presidential election.

Metal detectorist makes the 'discovery of a lifetime' after unearthing a nugget of gold

A detectorist has made the 'discovery of a lifetime' after unearthing a nugget of gold - shaped like Britain. Jonathan Needham, 54, found the gold on the Staffordshire and Derbyshire border - and believes it was formed naturally beneath the ground there. The nugget - shaped like England, Wales and Scotland - is almost 3cm in length and over 1cm wide and weighs 10.3 grams.

A community of online sleuths has finally discovered the identity of the 'most mysterious song on the internet' after almost two decades of searching.

Idy, the daughter of a wealthy governor who lived around 1880 BC, was found in a coffin within another coffin in a tomb in the city of Asyut, 200 miles south of Cairo.

Federal authorities have opened a criminal investigation into the death of a dolphin found on a beach. The animal's flesh had been 'completely removed with clean cuts from a sharp instrument.'

Experts thought they'd found the aviator's missing plane towards the end of 2023, but it's actually an aircraft-shaped rock formation.

'Overlooked' clue on Tutankhamun's death mask that could re-define the boy-king's death

An overlooked feature on King Tutankhamun's death mask has revealed how the young ruler was buried. King Tut ruled during Egypt's 18th Dynasty, from 1332 BC to 1323 BC before he died at 19 years old.

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DailyMail.com tested out all the functions of the new OS to pick out the genuinely useful new features launched in the U.S. in iOS 18.1.

Visitors to Mount Fuji were in for a surprise this year, as Japan's highest peak remained snowless throughout October, and even into the start of November.

Experts from Which? have warned that four unexpected devices could be spying on you.

The US military is set to launch a a hypersonic nuclear missile hours after polls close on Election Day in a test to show the nation's readiness of nuclear forces.'

The Deliveroo map of Britain: Interactive chart reveals the 30 favourite dishes ordered

Deliveroo has unveiled the top 30 trending dishes on its UK platform this year. The list includes some fairly predictable dishes, including pizzas, chicken wings, and cheeseburgers. However, it also includes some rather unexpected items, including a whole cucumber, protein bars, and unpasteurised kimchi.

A controversial company is charging parents-to-be $50,000 (£38,500) to screen their embryos for intelligence, an investigation has revealed.

Despite Apple's safeguards, users' 'diabolical' creations already include everything from guns and drugs to some very suggestive eggplants.

Surfers on Ocean Beach, Australia, were in for a surprise, after discovering a rather unexpected animal on the beach - an emperor penguin.

After spending more than 200 days on the International Space Station, a crew of four astronauts was recently hospitalized following a return to Earth on SpaceX's Dragon capsule.

The secret pattern hidden in your daily Sudoku - and it could help you solve puzzles more

These neatly designed puzzles baffle, delight, or frustrate millions of people around the world on a daily basis. But even the most dedicated Sudoku-solver might have never spotted this hidden mathematical secret. Mathematicians have found a powerful pattern known as the 'Phistomefel Ring' (pictured top right)which you can spot in every Sudoku ever made. And puzzle experts even say that this could help you solve the hardest puzzles much faster.

A very embarrassing glitch has reemerged on iPhone, judging from complaints online. 'I have a fairly new iPhone and this is happening,' one Apple fan said recently

Experts have now debunked the '27 Club' myth, saying that famous people are no more likely to die at 27 compared to other ages.

Researchers have found the hungriest black hole ever detected as it feasts on its host galaxy at a rate 40 times faster than the theoretical limit.

Weeks of drought in a northeastern state have caused river levels to sink so low that the historic Great Crossing Bridge has resurfaced for the first time in decades. Normally, it's 50 feet underwater.

What your JOB says about you: Take the test to see if your career reflects your

If you were asked to envisage an actor, a neurotic person might spring to mind, while the thought of an salesperson may conjure up someone who is chatty and extraverted. While some consider these lazy stereotypes, a comprehensive new study suggests that such common assumptions are actually true. Using data from 68,540 people, researchers have identified the personality traits that typify more than 260 job roles. They found that actors, journalists, town planners, authors and graphic designers are among those that tend to be more neurotic. Meanwhile, PR managers, marketers, psychologists, dental assistants and film directors are generally more extraverted.

Asteroid mining might sound like something out of science fiction, but experts say it could be the path to out-of-this-world wealth.

Microsoft users are being warned about a bug causing the blue screen of death. The bug impacts computers that download the Microsoft Server 2025.

Tourists have had a long wait - over 20 years - to get a glimpse behind the doors of what is the largest archaeological museum in the world.

According to scientists, the perfect sandwich has a symmetrical arrangement of fillings and between a robust bread spread with room temperature butter.

Pentagon UFO chief reveals US military's new 'alien tech' crash retrieval program

The Pentagon's former chief UFO investigator has revealed his own role establishing a sensitive new program to recover 'alleged alien tech' in the event of 'a shoot down'

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When New York-based psychotherapist Attiya Awadallah meets her dead father, it happens in her childhood home.

Experts have warned of an influx of a rather unexpected creature to British shores - the Portuguese Man O'War.

A UFO expert has come forward with shocking claims that alien ships visited every 'every major nuclear missile base' in the US during the 1960s and 70s, and the continue to do so to this day.

A swarm of earthquakes is rattling California 's Death Valley, with seismic activity detected all the way to Las Vegas. Since October 9, 130 quakes have struck the National Park. The largest was M4.7.

Michelangelo secretly painted a common women's health condition into his Sistine Chapel

Every year, around five million people flock to Rome to visit the Sistine Chapel. The chapel - Cappella Sistina in Italian - is known for the stunning frescoes that decorate its ceiling, which were painted by Michelangelo between 1508 and 1512. Despite their worldwide fame, scientists are still spotting new details in his works.

A self-proclaimed sociopath explained how she can identify someone who has the same diagnosis as her. People should pay attention to body language to identify a sociopath.

A survey has revealed the US states that would be the safest places to hide if aliens invaded Earth. The analysis comes as public concern over the threat of an alien invasion has skyrocketed.

A 'zombie star' could be resurrected on Halloween night, experts say. T Coronae Borealis, also known as the 'Blaze Star,' is expected to explode, which will illuminate a dead binary star system.

A pair of Australian mathematicians have cast fresh doubt over the famous scientific proverb that if given an infinite amount of time, monkeys could type the complete works of Shakespeare.

Mount Fuji is SNOWLESS - marking the latest date Japan's mountain has been bare since

Each year, the majestic view of Mt Fuji's snow-capped peak (pictured top right) draws hundreds of thousands of tourists from around the world. But many visitors will be in for a disappointment this year as Japan's highest peak is still snowless almost a month later than expected. As of this Monday, there was no snow on Mt Fuji's peak (pictured left) - marking the latest date that the mountain has been bare since records began 130 years ago. This beats the previous record of October 26 which occurred once in 1995 and again in 2016.

Apple users have flocked to vent their frustration over Safari's crashing which has left some threatening to quit the app altogether.

A new discovery linked to Jesus' miraculous catch of fish has revealed that the Biblical story could be true. Researchers have uncovered what may have caused 153 fish to come to the surface in the story.

A NASA model predicts that a geomagnetic storm could hit Earth on November 1, as a blast of solar plasma rockets toward our planet. It could cause aurora at northern latitudes.

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Why do people believe in ghosts despite a lack of scientific evidence? Experts told DailyMail.com it's a combination of psychological, social and societal factors

Alexander the Great's lost TUNIC is found after 2,300 years: Scientists confirm purple and

The revered ceremonial garment was uncovered in one of three tombs at Vergina in northern Greece. However, it was not found in the tomb of Alexander the Great himself, but rather his half-brother, Philip III of Macedon. Experts say Philip III inherited the tunic after Alexander the Great's death in 323 BC at the age of 32. Remains of the tunic are pictured along with an artistic record of him wearing it. Unfortunately, the resting place of Alexander the Great himself still remains a mystery. It's generally agreed that he was originally buried in Egypt, but it is thought his body was moved to prevent looting.

An astonishing third of people in the UK and almost half of Americans say they believe in ghosts, spirits and other types of paranormal activity.

If you're planning a Halloween prank, researchers warn there's a 'sweet spot' to hit - where you provide a humorous fright without overstepping the mark.

AI chatbots impersonating Brianna Ghey and Molly Russell have amassed thousands of chats on the controversial site Character.ai.

Scientists say the hole in the ozone layer above the North Pole is at the seventh smallest size since harmful chemicals called CFCs were banned in 1992.

'Ghost' is caught on a Ring doorbell in chilling detail - as the mysterious orb glides across a kitchen in Preston

Ring doorbells might be designed to spot physical intruders. But that hasn't stopped the high-tech devices from capturing some of Britain's strangest supernatural intruders in terrifying detail. With Halloween just a day away, Ring has released footage of paranormal activity captured by members of the public. In one haunting video, a 'ghost' orb is spotted on camera as it drifts across a Preston kitchen. Rebecca Reeves, who submitted the footage of her kitchen, says she thinks the spectral apparition could be a deceased relative dropping in to say hello.

A real-life Ragnarok plunged Scandinavia into years of darkness and killed up to half of the people in Norway and Sweden, new research reveals.

The second man on the moon has announced his pick for the 2024 presidential election. Buzz Aldrin said America needs a president with an understanding of human nature.

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Nick Pope, a former civil servant who once ran the British Government's UFO project, told MailOnline that the space agency's 'wait-and-see' attitude could have devastating consequence

Turin Shroud does NOT show the face of Jesus, scientist claims - as virtual simulation shows the imprint on the fabric 'could not have been made by a 3D human body'

The face on the Shroud of Turin could not have come from Jesus' head - and it's doubtful he ever touched it, an explosive new study suggests. Marked with a faint impression of a body and face, the artifact is believed by many to be the actual fabric used to wrap Christ's corpse after his crucifixion. But its documented history only starts in the mid-14th century, and it's been a source of scepticism for almost as long, with many dismissing it as a medieval forgery. Now a new study has found that the impression on the shroud could not have been made by a three-dimensional human body, but was perhaps from a bas-relief - a shallow carving.

Facebook users should be on their guard for hackers who could take over the accounts to obtain data and steal money from their friends and family using fake estate sales and bereavement posts.

An analysis of nationwide phone book listings revealed the most common last name in each US state, offering a new look at regional differences in family history.

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Ex-Pentagon official Luis Elizondo, who gained fame for blowing the lid off a $22-million secretive government UFO program, revealed a pic of a UFO 'mothership'

The coast was hit by a 6.1-magnitude earthquake Wednesday. The tremor appeared to occur in the Blanco Fracture Zone.

Exactly how NASA could evacuate ISS amid fears about leaks and cracks on the space station

NASA officials are monitoring 50 'areas of concern' in a Russian segment of the International Space Station (ISS) that pose a top-level risk to astronaut safety. The US space agency and its Russian counterpart, Roscosmos, are working to track and repair cracks, leaks and other technical issues that could lead to emergency evacuation if the situation grows dire.

Dashcam footage revealed the shocking moment that a self-driving Tesla plowed into a deer, suggesting the vehicle's obstacle detection is dangerously faulty. The car never even slowed down or stopped.

NASA captured intense images of a Nevada lake, revealing eerie green swirls that were visible from space. The lake could take two to three weeks to return to normal.

Canadian freelance writer Joshua Barbeau tragically lost his girlfriend Jessica when she succumbed to a rare liver disease - but an AI programme let him create a digital version of her to help him cope.

A new study suggests that extraterrestrials could be hiding just 1.7 billion miles from Earth - on Uranus' moon, Miranda.

End of the road for electric cars: Shocking chart reveals how EV sales have SLUMPED around the world - with Volkswagen the latest carmarker forced to close its factories as a result

Electric vehicles (EVs) have been touted as an environmentally-friendly solution to the climate crisis, giving passengers a smooth, emissions-free ride. But it seems the electric revolution - deemed essential to curb carbon emissions - is running out of road. MailOnline's graph reveals that global EV sales have slumped in recent months for three top manufacturers, as the public struggles to fall in love with the technology.

Animals are consuming ethanol and it could be intentional, a new study revealed. Ethanol is found in fermented fruit and nectar that is consumed by monkeys, dwarf hamsters and lemurs.

It's one of the most traditional date ideas going. But a trip to the cinema really could be a good way for getting to know someone, according to a study.

Researchers have uncovered 6,500 structures at an ancient Mayan city in southern Mexico using three-dimensional technology.

Spain is in the midst of one of its worst-ever natural disasters, with flash floods sweeping parts of the country. Now, scientists say that this catastrophic event was fuelled by climate change .

The three key forms of INFIDELITY, according to science - so, would you consider them

Whether it's a one-night stand or a drawn-out affair, cheating has been the heartbreaking downfall of many relationships. But scientist ssay there is more than one way for someone to be unfaithful to their partner. In an analysis of more than 300 studies, researchers from Stony Brook University found three distinct forms of infidelity - most of which don't involve any sexual activity at all.

Researchers believe a new wavelength technology can curb addiction in people who have battled with opioid and alcohol abuse for years. Drug overdoses cause 100,000 deaths every year.

NASA has captured the deadly path of the 'Great Halloween Comet' that was first identified in September when it was moving closer toward Earth.

A study of dog owners in the UK and US has found that the parenting styles individuals experienced in childhood are linked to how they treat their pooches as adults.

Several early iOS 18.1 users have taken to X (Twitter) to complain that the 'disappointing' update is draining their battery life.

Nevada ghost town to spearhead America's new 'gold' rush as huge $3.4bn lithium mine gets

A lithium mine is set to open in Nevada in 2025 could power 370,000 electric vehicles a year. The Biden Administration approved the mine amid ongoing efforts to transition to clean energy by 2035.

The world's oldest map guides travelers to 'Noah's Ark' that is believed to be on a mountain in Turkey. The 3,000-year-old clay tablet was etched with a writing system that used wedge-shaped symbols.

The Orford Ness nature reserve and former 20th century military testing site is 'crawling' with spiders, according to the British Arachnological Society.

A dog-walker's find has left locals bewildered as three-metre long mass of 'vermicelli'-like stalks was found washed ashore on a serene South Australian beach.

Pictures show the enormous orange blob after it was extracted from the water by volunteers in Utrecht earlier this month. 'This was hanging on the bottom of a floating island', the group said.

How Poland's mysterious 'vampire' spent her final moments: Wealthy 18-year-old dubbed

It was two years ago in rural Poland that archeologists made a gruesome discovery - a skeleton buried with a sickle across her neck and a giant padlock on her toe. Feared as a 'real-life vampire', this form of 'double protection' was fitted to the female corpse by Polish locals to keep her from rising from the grave. Now, the experts have revealed new information about the woman, along with artist's illustrations of what she may have looked like.

With its 'strikingly thin design', Apple calls the product the 'best in the world' in its category - and it's been built for AI.

A former Disney star who fell in love with space is placing a big bet on a neglected part of the industry. She has started her own company to build a data highway between Earth and space.

Hurricane season is coming to a close, but experts warned that up to three more storms could form in the Atlantic within the next week.

Mitral valve disease regularly affects breeds such as King Charles spaniels, miniature poodles, Pomeranians and chihuahuas.

Astronauts on the ISS are braced for an urgent evacuation - as NASA uncovers 50 'areas of

NASA 's astronauts aboard the International Space Station have been told to prepare for an urgent evacuation amid growing safety concerns. The US space agency and its Russian counterpart, Roscomos, are tracking 50 'areas of concern' related to a growing leak aboard the station. NASA is now calling the cracks in a Russian service module a 'top safety risk' - escalating the threat rating to five out of five. Astronauts have been warned to stay in the American section when the module is open so they can be close to their spacecraft in case of an emergency evacuation.

Tunnels that the ancient Zapotec civilisation believed to be the 'entrance to the underworld' have been found penetrating deep into the earth beneath a centuries-old church.

A study revealed men's masculinity could cause them to have a shorter lifespan. Men feel the need to appear self-reliant and mask their vulnerabilities, meaning health issues go unnoticed

Shinga was trained by 'Dogs 4 Wildlife' in Carmarthenshire, South Wales, before being sent to The Imire Rhino and Wildlife Conservancy.

Apple's iOS 18.1 update launched today, and some iPhone users will get their first taste of the new Apple Intelligence features. That includes AI writing tools, notification summaries and a major Siri makeover.

Rise of the killer robots: Experts reveal just how close we are to a Terminator-style

It's been 40 years since The Terminator hit the big screen, shocking cinemagoers with its terrifying depiction of a post-apocalyptic future. In James Cameron 's epic sci-fi blockbuster, billions of people are killed when self-aware machines trigger a global nuclear war around the start of the 21st century. While this sounds like pure sci-fi, academic and industry figures - including Elon Musk - fear that humanity will indeed be annihilated by AI. But when exactly will this happen? And will humanity's demise mirror the apocalypse depicted in the Hollywood film? MailOnline spoke to experts to find out just how close we are to a Terminator-style takeover.

The PDSA has revealed that one popular dog breeds is at high risk of elbow (humeral) fractures.

Numbers of the creatures, immortalised as the character Mrs Tiggywinkle, are plummeting - with causes of their decline including 'human pressure' and loss of habitat, according to experts.

It's something that many of us use every night to help us fall asleep. But your white noise could soon be replaced with another unusual sound - frying chicken.

Kelly Weinersmith, a bioscientist and author in Charlottesville, Virginia, says people who want to populate Mars 'don't understand how reproduction works'.

Walmart's deadly workplace laid bare amid walk-in oven death: Staff poisoned, amputated

Walmart has a long list of deadly incidents at its locations across the US, including employees killed by forklifts and semi-trucks. Other staff have lost fingers, been poisoned or left to die on the floor. The incidents have surfaced amid the horrific incident of a 19-year-old girl who was 'baked to death' in a walk-in oven.

The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning in several East Coast states Friday morning, saying weather factors could 'create a significantly elevated fire growth.'

Scientists in Australia are now on a quest to work out the true age of Cassius, the recently deceased 18-ft saltwater crocodile.

Meteorologists have issued a warning about an impending tropical storm that could reach the US by the end of this week. Storm Rafael could bring heavy rainfall and flooding to the area.

As Americans head to the polls to vote for the next US president, there's been a shocking twist in the Honorary New York City Dog Mayor election that has participants decrying crypto users.

Archeologists think they've found what's left of Eddlewood Castle in woodland near Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, Scotland - a fortress linked to the beleaguered queen.

Archaeologists have uncovered a rare Egyptian tomb dating back 4,000 years. The tomb could change how researchers look at the area's history.

Cylinder seals, made of stone, were invented in Uruk, an area in southern Iraq.They were engraved with designs and then rolled across clay tablets to print their motifs onto them.

A study suggests that posh but stupid types - epitomized by the TV character Tim Nice-But-Dim played by Harry Enfield - really do exist.

There are many ways to catch a killer: DNA analysis, psychological profiling, crime scene investigation, the list goes on. But the signs of a killer could be lurking in a person's handwriting.

A cloned endangered species has given birth in a world's first experiment that scientists could save it and other animals from extinction.

Spooky 'ghost forests' are spreading rapidly through North Carolina, becoming so pervasive that they are visible from space. New satellite imagery shows that these phantom forests are expanding.

Meteorologists have revealed three storm weather patterns that could bring even more superstorms.

Hunters in Maine have been advised not to eat deer or wild turkeys after a dangerous substance was found in the animals.

They say talking to plants helps them grow - with King Charles a keen believer in the theory. And soon plants will 'talk' back thanks to AI that will allow gardeners to converse with their plot.

A YouTube creator is attempting to livestream himself in solitary confinement for a month to test whether he 'goes insane.' He's locked himself inside a small, dark storage area.

Ring Doorbell customers will now be able to give their guests the celebrity treatment with help from an iconic British TV duo.

Researchers from the University of Chicago have discovered that people with conservative views are more likely to experience happiness and fulfilment.

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Meteorologists have revealed the weather forecast for Election Day, which includes severe storms throughout the central US. An expert explains how this could impact election results.

Scientists say that Raye's unusual daily habit could be the secret to beating the stress of the superstar lifestyle.

Dead cows are piling up in California as dairy farmers battle a ruthless disease. A whopping 124 dairy herds and 13 dairy workers have been infected with H5N1 bird flu since the virus made landfall in the state.

In good news for nerds, scientists now say that intelligent men have better romantic relationships and even have a lower chance of suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Elon Musk has revealed why he really wants Donald Trump to win the presidential election , and it has nothing to do with border politics or tax-breaks for billionaires.

It's often thought of as one of the dirtiest places in the home. But a new study has warned that the toilet pales in comparison to several gadgets you touch all day without thinking twice about it.

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New York is widely known as the 'City That Never Sleeps'. Now, a study has confirmed that the Big Apple really does live up to this reputation.

Colossal Foundation in early October said it had reconstructed the thylacine genome to 99.9 per cent accuracy - a claimed world-first for an extinct species.

A new mathematical brain teaser asks people to make the equation true by moving two matchsticks in under 10 seconds. The puzzle will determine if you are in the top two percent.

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San Francisco resident Rich Neumann wasn't surprised to see his city ranked as the second-most rat-infested city in America this year. He's been fighting rats for years.

New research suggests that crows can hold grudges for up to 17 years against those who anger or threaten them.

AccuWeather meteorologists say there is a 90 percent chance that a storm will form in the Caribbean this weekend or early next week, potentially hitting the US. It would be named Patty.

Elon Musk has long boasted that his Cybertrucks are bulletproof, but one man saw disastrous results when he decided to test this claim on his own vehicle.

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Dom Joly went viral after blasting the 'mental' price of a ticket to Warwick Castle. And, as this interactive chart reveals, Warwick Castle isn't the only tourist hotspot that has surged in price.

An 80-million-year-old dinosaur egg was unearthed in the Ganzhou province of China. The egg is the smallest ever discovered and could shed light on dinosaurs reproductive habits.

Over a fifth of this group are more likely to be feel overwhelmed by dating apps that neurotypical daters, according to the probe by dating app Hinge.

The 10 deadliest extreme weather events since 2004 caused more than 570,000 deaths combined, reveals a shocking report from research group World Weather Attribution.

Meteorologists are watching another storm crossing the Atlantic that could develop into Tropical Storm Nadine this weekend.

Panicking users of Google's pixel phones have rushed into online forums reporting that their device is 'is basically a paper weight now' - after updating to Android 15

A controversial 'superforecaster' who predicted Russia's 1998 financial crisis now predicts World War III is about to begin and that the US will collapse by 2032.

A new report has revealed the top 10 dirtiest cruise ships of 2024 after health officials randomly inspected 114 different ships. When ships are unsanitary, it can lead to deadly outbreaks.

A new study discovered what started the 'witch craze' that spurred 300 years of persecution, including the Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts. It turns out the printing press is to blame.

With the days getting shorter, many Britons will already be thinking ahead to their next big holiday. And if you're in search of a bargain, Google's latest news will come as music to your ears.

The iPhone crash detection feature led police to two teenagers who had been shot dead in a car in Georgia, authorities say. Officers responded to the collision alert, but found no signs of a car crash.

We have all heard of the northern lights. But illuminating the night skies above Northumberland on Sunday was the Aurora's lesser known relation: STEVE.

A language arts teacher shared her sixth graders' conspiracy theory beliefs ranging from Thanksgiving to Mr Beast.

Pumpkin crops have been devastated, with the orange gourds wiped out completely in some places, according to the National Trust.

The Martian life that may one day be found within the Red Planet's dusty ice might resemble life in arctic 'cryoconite holes' here on Earth, according to a new NASA-led study

British and Chinese experts have found PFAS, also known as 'forever chemicals' and linked to health problems in tap and bottled water supplies in both their countries.

While all of us can get jealous, some people get obsessive and even just the thought of their partners ex can cause them to spiral. That's what people with 'Rebecca Syndrome' experience.

Instead of strengthening your relationship, flirting with others is likely to backfire and damage your connection, scientists say.

People who can solve this mathematical brain teaser in nine seconds or less have an IQ of 135 or higher. Studies have shown that brain teasers can boost your IQ levels.

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As many as 15,000 cities across America could depopulate and vanish in the coming decades, becoming ghost cities by 2100, warns a team of researchers in Illinois

Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-Atlas) was last seen when Neanderthals walked the Earth around 80,000 years ago, experts at the Royal Observatory have said.

Southwest Airlines confirmed its website and app are down, leaving customers unable to buy tickets or see flight states.

Archaeologists have uncovered 5,000-year-old jade relics while excavating an ancient burial site. The relics could reveal how civilizations related to each other in 3,000 BC.

Data shows that 90 per cent of the principal salmon rivers in England are classed as either 'at risk' or 'probably at risk - meaning numbers are so low they cannot support a sustainable population.

The Tarter family were left shocked by the bizarre birth, which they have been told is 'one in 400 million'.

They're some of the most popular banking apps in the UK. But Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland's banking apps have all experienced outages this afternoon.

As a fresh bunch of housemates compete to win the big prize, MailOnline looks at the past Big Brother strategies that fell short.

The brown winged cicada, which attacks 200 plant species, including apple and peach trees, by feeding on their sap will 'inevitably' reach the UK, experts say.

The last remaining coal-fired power station, at Ratcliffe-on-Soar near Nottingham , switched off its generators for the last time at midnight.

The sun released an enormous explosion of radiation on Thursday, which is barreling through space. The solar flare is set to hit our planet Friday, triggering auroras in skies over several US states.

It's well known that the reign of the dinosaurs came to an end when a giant asteroid smashed into Earth 66 million years ago. But a new study suggests that this huge asteroid wasn't alone.

To mark the anniversary of the illegal felling of the Sycamore Gap tree, the National Trust has announced the opportunity for communities to request one of the tree's saplings.

Millions of gamers have been left cut off since 2am this morning after the PlayStation Network (PSN) suffered a major global outage impacting PS5, PS4, PS3 and PS Vita users.

New research has found that the majority of people have not made simple changes which could improve their WiFi network's cybersecurity.

The alien-like fungus has earned the nickname 'Devil's Fingers' thanks to its ghoulish, hand-like appearance.

Arthur 'Jack' Schubarth of Vaughn, 81, used tissue and testicles from giant Marco Polo sheep hunted in Kyrgyzstan to create a sheep he called the Montana Mountain King, or MMK.

A map shows where Verizon customers were most impacted by Monday's outage.

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The UK might be souring on Apple as data show its share of Britain's mobile phone market has reached its lowest point since 2016. The tech giant's control has fallen to around 46 per cent in 2024

Bands go through a cycle involving a bitter breakup and a lucrative reunion, reports an academic at the University of Winchester.

Hundreds of fossils have been discovered hidden beneath a Southern California high school. The fossils date back nine million years and could change the state's geological history.

SpaceX 's Crew Dragon capsule - carrying four non-professional astronauts - launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 05:25 local time (10:25 BST).

The creepy system uses AI and facial recognition software to instantly dox people's identities.

If you think you've got a sharp eye for different shades, take this colour IQ test to see how your perception of different tones compares to other people your age.

More than 23,000 photos were entered into the competition across various themes - including bird behaviour, birds in flight and comedy - for a chance to win the £3,500 grand prize.

A narcissistic sociopath shared the steps people should take to avoid being abused and controlled. People should find ways to strip the person of their control and recognize the signs of this diagnosis.

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When I was a small boy, I was adopted. Many years later, I went in search of my biological family, but for my sister Betsy it was too late: she had died. This is how I was reunited with her - in Heaven.

Jesus may have been seen as a magician by early Christians, according to experts. Centuries-old artwork shows Jesus holding a wand while raising Lazarus from the dead.

A surreal video captured seven suns from a hospital window in China last week. The image presented an optical illusion that baffled viewers.

According to MailOnline's AI-generated image, Jesus Christ was white with big blue eyes, a neat beard and thorn marks on his face.

Shocking photos reveal that the Titanic's iconic front railing has now crumbled into rust as experts warn that more deterioration is inevitable.

First launched in the US earlier this year, Rufus is now being rolled out to a subset of UK customers in Amazon's mobile app.

Greek preservationists working to restore the tablet argue it may revise definitions of 'pre-historic man' - proving they 'can no longer be considered "societies without writing"'

For anyone on Earth, the first signs would be in the sky, with galaxy clusters and galaxies merging, then stars beginning to collide with each other.

A federal watchdog has grounded SpaceX 's Falcon 9 rockets to investigate a fiery crash landing following a satellite launch. This is bad news for the stranded Starliner astronauts,

Matthew Dominick , a NASA astronaut currently on board the International Space Station (ISS), tweeted his bird's-eye view of the Northern Lights.

A white beluga whale who was first spotted near Russian waters wearing a harness and ignited rumours he may be a Moscow spy, has been found dead.

Google is urging its users to 'apply patches quickly' after discovering a nine-month-long cyberattack - that its security team has tied to Russian spies and a Greek spyware firm

Come March 2025, Saturn's iconic rings will preform a rare vanishing act. At this time, Earth will be viewing Saturn's rings edge-on, creating the illusion that they disappeared.

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists have been warning that farming mammals such as minks for their fur could make it easier for new viruses to cross over from the wild and spark fresh outbreaks.

Apple is hosting an event on 9 September at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, where it is expected to unveil a series of new iPhones and updates to other devices and apps.

An ominous black ring was seen floating in the skies over Williamsburg, Virginia this week, which vanished in just minutes. Locals flooded news stations with reports of the bizarre sighting.

Tests on more than 200 coffees bought from popular chains revealed Americanos had the highest caffeine levels, averaging around 140mg per drink. Home-made coffees had the lowest.

Twitter appeared to suffer an outage on Thursday with users across the US and worldwide reporting issues.

A revived class action will allow lawsuits on behalf of Chrome browser users who claim that Google collected their personal information without their permission

Despite having disappeared 50 metres beneath the waves almost three days ago, experts say there is a chance that the missing passengers could be alive in air pockets.

During the summer months, people resort to buying fans and even sleeping on top of the covers in a bid to stay cool at night.

A pre-print study that is still under review has found alarmingly high levels of microplastics in human brain samples that could potentially be linked to the global rise in Alzheimer's disease.

Apple iPhone users should be wary of a common mistake in the Settings app that could leave their device at risk of being hacked. Users have dealt with issues when trying to turn on the protection app.

Apple users are reportedly at risk of hackers infiltrating their devices through Microsoft's macOS apps including Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.

Only people who have an IQ can spot the hidden four-sided star among the celestial body in 30 seconds or less. Brain teasers require logical thinking to correctly answer the question.

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Neuralink's patient zero has shared why he chose to become the first person to receive Elon Musk's brain chip even though the technology could be hacked.

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Forensic medical expert Dr John McDowell has told DailyMail.com exactly what procedures could finally confirm whether or not these 'alien mummies' are 'part of an elaborate hoax'

Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier,' is 'unlikely' to befall the United Nation's 'worst case scenario' melting entirely into the sea during this century - but the situation is still dire

The iPhone 16 could be cheaper when it launches next month following Apple's shift to reduce manufacturing costs. Apple hopes to produce at least 25 percent of its iPhones in India next year.

The size-comparison map tool that's available on mylifeelsewhere.com offers a geography lesson like no other, enabling users to superimpose a map of one city over that of another.

Scientists have discovered a vast donut-shaped structure hidden within Earth which could hold the secret to why life was able to form on our planet.

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The attack would begin with 'a series of cascading failures,' first taking down 911 and hospitals and then moving to critical infrastructure that would cause unrest and a breakdown of society.

This lunar display is even rarer than a standard supermoon, as it coincides with the first blue moon since August last year and will appear dark red due to wildfire ash in the atmosphere.

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