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Travelers are increasingly using technology and digital tools to plan trips in 2025. Research shows that travel-friendly apps, booking platforms, and smart planning tools are making the process smoother and more efficient. Mobile apps, online planners, and AI-based travel assistants are helping travelers organize flights, hotels, and activities quickly. Many users report spending less time on planning while finding better deals and options. Experts note that digital tools also improve the overall travel experience. Personalized recommendations, real-time updates, and integrated booking services allow travelers to make informed choices. These innovations save time and reduce stress. Travel platforms now provide interactive…

Louis Gerstner, credited with rescuing IBM from crisis, has died aged 83, the company said.He led IBM as chair and CEO from 1993 to 2002 during a period of intense competition. Gerstner became the first outsider to run IBM and halted plans to break the company apart.Instead, he kept IBM integrated, arguing clients wanted complete solutions, not fragmented products. The strategy helped stabilise the business as rivals such as Microsoft gained ground in personal computing.Gerstner also dropped IBM’s OS/2 operating system to refocus resources. Before IBM, he led American Express and RJR Nabisco, and later chaired the Carlyle Group.IBM’s current…

Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion.Martin Ødegaard opened the scoring with a precise finish after sustained first-half dominance. Arsenal doubled their lead early in the second half when Georginio Rutter turned a corner into his own net.Despite controlling long spells, the hosts failed to put the game beyond reach. Brighton pulled one back through Diego Gómez after David Raya produced a superb save to deny Yankuba Minteh.The goal sparked a nervy period, but David Raya and the defence held firm. Declan Rice impressed again, even filling in…

Dr Kate McLean-MacKenzie is creating an atlas to capture the world’s urban “smellscapes”.The designer and researcher at the University of Kent has studied smell for more than 15 years. She was struck by how easily images and sounds are shared, while smells are rarely recorded.Her response was to map scents in cities using guided “smell walks”. Participants document what they smell, how strong it is, how long it lasts, and what it evokes.McLean-MacKenzie turns this subjective data into visual maps and cultural stories. The atlas now covers 40 locations, including Glasgow, Paris, Kyiv, Kolkata, and New York.Some descriptions are poetic,…

The United States has carried out a series of airstrikes against Islamic State–linked militants in northwestern Nigeria, in a move aimed at bolstering the country’s fight against extremist violence. President Donald Trump described the operations as “powerful and deadly” and said the militants had been targeting civilians, especially Christians. Trump’s announcement highlighted the ongoing threat posed by extremist groups in Nigeria and underscored the US commitment to supporting the country’s overstretched military forces. Strengthening Nigeria’s Security Forces Nigeria’s military has been battling multiple armed groups for over a decade, often struggling to respond effectively due to limited resources and personnel.…

Christmas is a perfect time to slip simple science experiments into festive fun.Researchers say curiosity, not lab coats, is all that is required. Matthew Cobb suggests testing taste by eating sweets while holding your nose.The experiment shows flavour depends more on smell than taste. Cracker jokes offer another lesson, says Sophie Scott.People are far more likely to laugh when others are present. Festive meals can also teach anatomy.Steve Brusatte recommends examining turkey bones to understand movement and flight. Chemistry appears in the kitchen too.Andrea Sella explains how salt and ice can freeze custard into ice cream. Even maths has a…

Declan Rice’s journey to the elite began with rejection at Chelsea aged 14.Rather than dwelling on setbacks, he embraced honest criticism and constant improvement. At West Ham United, coaches questioned his future but valued his attitude.Rice accepted “clean feedback” and focused on development instead of frustration. Early doubts centred on his awkward running style and limited attacking output.Gradually, those weaknesses turned into strengths through relentless work. His breakthrough performances earned leadership roles and international recognition.A standout display against Real Madrid confirmed his world-class status. A £105m move to Arsenal elevated expectations and responsibility.Under Mikel Arteta, Rice evolved from a defensive…

European intelligence agencies now devote as much attention to investigating Russian interference as they do to counterterrorism, reflecting the growing scale and impact of hybrid threats across the continent. The warning comes as France reels from a cyberattack that disrupted its national postal service during the critical Christmas period. Postal Service Crippled by Pro-Russian Hackers French prosecutors said on Wednesday that the pro-Russian hacking group Noname057(16) claimed responsibility for the attack on La Poste. The domestic intelligence agency DGSI quickly took over the investigation, according to the Paris prosecutor’s office. La Poste’s central computer systems went offline on Monday in…

A new travel guide reveals the best holiday travel days for 2025, helping travelers avoid crowded airports and long delays. Picking the right dates can make a big difference in the holiday travel experience. The guide shows that airports are busiest on peak days just before Christmas and New Year’s. Travelers flying on these days often face long lines at security, crowded gates, and higher flight prices. Early planning is key to avoiding stress. Flights on the holiday itself, such as December 25 or January 1, tend to be less crowded. Airlines often see lower passenger volumes on these dates,…

Researchers say parts of the Moon will be set aside as graveyards for defunct satellites.Lunar orbits are expected to fill rapidly as space agencies plan hundreds of missions. Unlike Earth, the Moon has no atmosphere to destroy old spacecraft safely.Most dead satellites will need controlled crash-landings on the surface. Scientists warn uncontrolled impacts could damage instruments and historic sites.High-speed collisions would also create dust clouds and surface vibrations. Experts support designated impact zones far from sensitive locations.Agencies including NASA and the European Space Agency are developing disposal plans. Researchers say planned impacts could also help study the Moon’s internal structure.