NASA plans to use a robotic eel to explore one of Jupiter's moons
NASA has begun exploring new ways to explore planets through their Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). One of these is a robotic eel, which they can use to travel across Jupiter's gas giant of a moon 'Europa.'
Facebook news feed echo chamber is your fault for not having enough friends, says Facebook
Does Facebook filter what views and opinions you see on your news feed? In a study conducted by the social network, it turns out you've only got yourself to blame for not having enough friends with diverse beliefs.
Researchers create a leg brace that can power an artificial heart by walking
Artificial organs are an incredible area of innovation, but one thing that's always been a problem is where they get the power to run from? A team of students from Rice University called "Farmers" are developing a leg brace that could generate energy straight to an artificial heart using a modified leg brace with a motor on the joint.
GTA fans film a recreation of the retro top-down game using a drone
Grand Theft Auto wasn't the huge 3D universe of strip clubs, therapists and complex plots straight from your favourite crime shows. It used to be a top-down romp where you grabbed a weapon and took destruction to the flat streets of Liberty City. YouTuber Vojta Paul has created a real-life love letter to the times of old, by filming a game sequence through his own streets using a drone to recreate the top-down view.
Manchester road artist 'Wanksy' draws penises around potholes, forcing the city to fix them
If you've been on any road ever in the United Kingdom, chances are you know about potholes. Turns out one anonymous resident has taken matters into his own hand, calling himself 'Wanksy' and drawing penises around them that the city's council cannot ignore.
Instagram analyses how the world uses emojis
Love or hate them, emojis are becoming the language of the entire internet. Since they're taking over Instagram (nearly 50% of all captions and comments have an emoji or two), the website's engineers have begun researching how people are using the yellow-faced emoticons, seeing which countries are using them most and deciphering the meaning we have put behind each face.
Augmented reality horror game 'Night Terrors' transforms your house into a haunted house
We know the 'found footage' horror genre is a little played out, but what if there was one set in your own home that you could actually play? Introducing 'Night Terrors:' an augmented reality smartphone game looking for funding on Indiegogo, which looks set to terrify you.
University Of Sussex technology transmits emotions to your hand
Ever wanted to hold hands with your computer? Weird question I know, but a study from the University Of Sussex has used an Ultrahaptics system (the giant box in the picture) to communicate emotions, and it's shown some great results.
How old do Star Wars characters look?
Many of you have had fun with Microsoft's powerfully judgemental website how-old.net, but how old did the cast of Star Wars look back in their prime? In celebration of May the Fourth (and to get over the fact it thinks I look 38 when I'm 24) I took a look.
How to watch all six Star Wars films online for free today (legally)
Whether you're a hardcore fan or a young padawan, everybody should watch Star Wars today. And now there is a way to enjoy them all for free (legally)! In what Sky is calling "UK TV's first ever 48-hour Star Wars marathon," Now TV is currently streaming all 6 movies back-to-back.
Japanese laboratory teaches robot to sword fight
If Terminator has taught you to fear robots becoming self-aware and killing the entire human race, this won't help.
Why have a load of emojis popped up on your Snapchat friends list?
Yes, I know its a "dramatic update" we have to talk about. Why do you have love hearts, smiley faces and grimaces appearing next to your friends names on Snapchat? It's pretty self explanatory really, and if you haven't grasped onto it yet I feel sorry for you.
EE is giving all customers a portable charger
Disappointed about the loss of your Wednesday weekly cinema offer? Hopefully EE can soften the blow by offering all of their customers a free portable charger, which you can walk into store and pick up from Thursday 16th April.
UK Conservative party plans mandatory age checks on porn sites
If elected in May, the Conservative party has promised to introduce mandatory age-restriction controls for porn sites. Any who do not comply will face closure.
New Rising Media will be at Gadget Show Live 2015
Since 2012, we've seen everything good and bad about the world of technology at the Gadget Show Live. Now in our fourth year, we're happy to announce New Rising Media will be at Birmingham NEC again providing the best in-depth coverage from the show floor.
Watch this amazing Star Wars anime short 'TIE Fighter'
If you watch one thing today, make sure it's 'TIE Fighter:' an incredible Star Wars short film with the shading of a classic '80s anime and a story focused on the Empire's domination.
Draw & Code at the Wearable Technology Show
Draw & Code works upon the basis of using technology similar to QR codes, to produce pieces of innovative art with immersive experiences. We had to talk to them at the Wearable Technology Show.
Space Invaders with real lasers is as delightfully dangerous as you'd imagine
What happens when you turn Space Invaders into a live action game, complete with an actual fire hazard? We've already seen one recent clip bringing video games into real-life, which seemed fine up until Adam Sandler showed up. But Maker Martin Raynsford has restored the dream using paper invaders, Arduino and a laser cutter.
Open Bionics at the Wearable Technology Show
Can you improve the human body beyond the rate of evolution? Open Bionics have an interesting answer to this question.
Pictures from Em-Con 2015
The magic of Comic-Con has come to Nottingham with Em-Con at the Capital FM Arena. What I love most about events like this, besides the endless rows of comic books, Q&A panels and how friendly everyone is, has to be the cosplay.