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Wiliam Hunter, Science & Technology Reporter

Wiliam Hunter joined the Daily Mail Science and Technology team after gaining experience as health reporter. Since joining Wiliam has tackled a broad range of topics from AI weaponry to latest advances in astrophysics.

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Is YOUR hometown at risk? Terrifying map reveals the towns and cities across England that could be plunged underwater by 2050 - wiping out 8 million properties

18/10/25 09:20

It sounds like something from a horror film. But a new report has warned that up to eight million properties in towns and cities across England could be plunged underwater by 2050. By the middle of the century, 3.2 million properties will be exposed to coastal and river flooding caused by heavy rainfall, storm surges, and high tides, according to Aviva. Meanwhile, 6.1 million properties around the country could be devastated by flash floods - with millions of unfortunate Britons threatened by both types of flooding....read

Formula One of the SKIES! 'Jetson Air Games' sees flying cars go head-to-head in a race through the air
17/10/25 02:24
Incredible footage shows four flying cars head-to-head in a winding race around an aerial track, as part of the 'Jetson Air Games'.
Revealed: What Mary Magdalene REALLY looked like - as Mel Gibson sparks outrage for recasting the long-awaited Passion of the Christ sequel
17/10/25 09:57
The Resurrection of the Christ has cast Mariela Garriga, 36, as Mary Magdalene. But what did Mary really look like?
Mysterious dark matter is seen for the first time: Eerie image shows elusive substance that makes up 25% of the universe - and baffles scientists
16/10/25 03:00
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University believe they have found the evidence for dark matter they have been searching for.
Britain has experienced its first official 'MEGA FIRE' - and scientists warn the devastating blazes could soon become the norm
16/10/25 10:10
The Carrbridge and Dava Moor in the Scottish Highlands was devastated by the worst wildfire in living memory. Worryingly, experts say that this could be a sign of things to come.
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Apple surprises fans with three brand NEW products - the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro
15/10/25 02:59
In an unexpected launch, Apple has unveiled new models of the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro - which are all now available to pre-order.
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Sorry Flat Earthers! Simple experiment involving a security camera and a garage proves our world is ROUND
15/10/25 01:08
Flat Earthers have travelled to Antarctica and even attempted to fly in homemade rockets in their quest to prove the world is flat. But you don't need to go anywhere near as far to prove that they are wrong.
NASA lays off 550 employees at its Jet Propulsion Laboratory - sparking fears some of its key missions could be in jeopardy
15/10/25 10:08
Key programmes led from JPL include the Europa Clipper, the asteroid-hunting Psyche probe, and the Deep Space Network that NASA uses to communicate with satellites.
The secret world lurking in Earth's backyard: Scientists say a 'Planet Y' could be hiding in our solar system
14/10/25 11:45
Since Pluto was relegated to dwarf planet status, almost everyone has agreed that there are eight planets in our solar system. However, it might be time to rewrite the textbooks.
'RIP Windows 10': Microsoft users mourn the operating system as it's finally shut down after 10 years - as one calls it the 'end of an era'
14/10/25 09:37
As millions of users say goodbye to Windows 10, some die-hard fans have taken to social media to mourn the loss of the beloved software.
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A painful tail: Vets reveal the dog breeds most likely to suffer a tail injury - with Boxers topping the list
14/10/25 12:00
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College have now revealed which breeds are the most likely to suffer from a painful tail injury.
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Vodafone blackout CHAOS: More than 130,000 customers across the country have NO broadband, internet banking or phone signal amid major outage
13/10/25 02:42
Furious customers took to social media to complain of 'complete outages' in their area - impacting work from home, social media usage and online banking.
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Warning to Microsoft users ahead of major software change
13/10/25 01:58
As of tomorrow, Microsoft will officially end support for the Windows 10 operating system - potentially putting millions of customers at risk of being hacked.
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Scientists have uncovered a simple way to cure hair loss - as incredible before-and-after photos show the results in just 8 weeks
13/10/25 11:29
Researchers from the Schweitzer Biotech Company in Taiwan have created a serum which shows promising results for patients with hair loss after just two months.
Urgent warning to millions of Microsoft customers as support for Windows 10 ends TOMORROW - leaving users without any help if something goes wrong
13/10/25 09:22
As of tomorrow, Microsoft will officially end support for the Windows 10 operating system - potentially putting millions of customers at risk of being hacked.
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Key climate tipping point is BREACHED for the first time - and scientists warn it will cause 'catastrophic harm' unless urgent action is taken
12/10/25 11:01
With global warming on track to climb past 1.5°C (2.7°F), scientists say that warm water coral reefs are now passing their thermal tipping point.
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Expedition to find Amelia Earhart's missing plane is a 'waste of time', pilot claims - as he reveals the 'true location' of her Lockheed Electra 10E
12/10/25 08:00
Justin Myers, a pilot with almost 25 years of experience, told Daily Mail he thinks a mission to find Amelia Earhart's lost plane is 'barking up the wrong tree'.
Scientists reveal the exact date when technology will surpass human intelligence - and there's not long to wait
11/10/25 06:55
Many scientists believe that the singularity - the moment when artificial intelligence first surpasses humanity - is now not a matter of 'if' but 'when'.
The Scrooge effect: Rich people really ARE more selfish, scientists confirm
10/10/25 03:03
Psychologists say that there might be more to the 'Scrooge effect' than an unfair stereotype.
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Celestial standoff! Scientists capture an image of two black holes circling each other for the first time
10/10/25 10:09
Astronomers spotted the celestial standoff in the heart of the galaxy OJ287, around five billion light-years from Earth.
Is Tim Cook stepping down? Apple CEO's 65th birthday sparks rumours of a huge shakeup - here's who's tipped to be next in line to take the reins
09/10/25 11:46
With Apple CEO Tim Cook's 65th birthday less than a month away, rumours have begun to swirl that the long-time leader might be preparing to step down.
Veggie 'burgers' could be off the menu! EU parliament pushes for labels like 'steaks', 'burgers' and 'sausages' to be BANNED for plant-based foods
09/10/25 09:49
Veggie burgers and tofu steaks might be off the menu for good as the EU pushes to ban 'misleading' food labels.
Earth's largest ocean current is grinding to a halt: Crucial system is now flowing three times slower than it was 130,000 years ago - and the consequences could be disastrous
08/10/25 03:18
Five times stronger than the Gulf Stream, the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC) is by far the world's largest ocean current. But this key system is grinding to a halt, a new study warns.
Easter Island mystery is SOLVED: Scientists finally pinpoint exactly how ancient people moved the iconic head statues 900 years ago
08/10/25 12:14
Using a combination of 3D modelling and real-life experiments, scientists have confirmed the impossible.
Can YOU solve Kryptos K4? Mysterious code has left the CIA baffled for 35 years - and only one man knows the answer
08/10/25 12:13
Stood outside the CIA's office in Langley, Virginia, the sculpture known as Kryptos hides a code that has eluded the agency's brightest minds for 35 years.
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Sea level rise could plunge 100 MILLION buildings underwater, warn scientists - so, is your home at risk?
07/10/25 03:35
Rising sea levels could plunge more than 100 million buildings underwater, scientists have warned.
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That was close! Huge asteroid comes within 300 miles of hitting Earth - and NASA only noticed AFTER the close encounter
07/10/25 12:07
Passing at an altitude of just 265 miles (428 kilometres), the asteroid came closer to the Earth's surface than the orbit of the International Space Station.
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Our tech reporter has sourced the top Prime Day deals on iPads, laptops, headphones and more you don't want to miss in Amazon's last sale before Black Friday
07/10/25 11:00
Get ready to unlock unmissable savings on must-have tech during the Amazon October Prime Day sale , with deals to be had across a huge array of the site's devices.
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Renewables overtake coal globally for the first time on RECORD - showing the world is finally reaching a 'crucial turning point' in the shift towards clean power
06/10/25 11:01
Renewable energy sources have generated more power than coal globally for the first time on record, according to a new report.
Can YOU see them? Scientists create mind-boggling 'visual anagrams' that have two animals hidden in them
06/10/25 03:00
Scientists have revealed four new pictures dubbed 'visual anagrams' which could reveal the inner workings of your perception.
First supermoon of the year rises tonight - here's how to see it
06/10/25 01:24
This year's Harvest Moon will be a special treat for space fans since it will also be the first supermoon of the year.
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The first supermoon of the YEAR rises tonight - here's the best time to see the Harvest Moon
06/10/25 12:05
This year's Harvest Moon will be a special treat for space fans since it will also be the first supermoon of the year.
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Revealed: The 44 jobs most likely to be replaced by AI - is YOURS at risk?
06/10/25 10:20
In a new report, ChatGPT creators OpenAI revealed the 44 occupations most likely to be replaced by AI.
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How toxic is YOUR air? Terrifying charts reveal the towns and cities around the world with the worst air pollution
04/10/25 12:53
Terrifying charts have revealed the towns and cities facing the world's highest levels of pollution - and it is bad news for residents of Asia and Africa.
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The REAL reason Britain has so many potholes: Experts blame 'whack-a-mole' approach to filling holes - and claim local authorities should focus on preventative treatments instead
04/10/25 08:45
Experts say Britain's pothole postcode lottery is a product of too much focus on filling in potholes and not enough on preventing them from forming.
Uncanny Valley! Creepy robotic head has eerily human-like facial expressions and movements
03/10/25 03:10
AheadForm, the company behind the lifelike animatronic, says that this body-less robot is designed for 'research and interaction'.
Scientists are baffled by a rogue planet growing at a record rate of six BILLION tonnes per second
02/10/25 12:00
A young rogue planet 620 light-years from Earth has baffled scientists as it puts on a record-breaking 'growth spurt'.
Dark matter does NOT exist - and is simply an illusion, scientist controversially claims
02/10/25 09:14
According to Professor Rajendra Gupta of the University of Ottawa, astronomers haven't been able to find any dark matter particles because they simply do not exist.
Urgent warning to Britons as scientists discover mosquitoes that spread deadly tropical diseases in Kent
01/10/25 06:00
The UKHSA has found eggs belonging to both the Egyptian mosquito and the tiger mosquito - species capable of carrying diseases including dengue fever, chikungunya and Zika viruses.
Saturn's moon could harbour ALIEN life: Scientists discover new complex organic molecules spewing from Enceladus - suggesting it could be habitable
01/10/25 09:00
Saturn's moon, Enceladus, could harbour alien life deep within its underground oceans, according to the European Space Agency (ESA).
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Samsung Galaxy Ring wearer is hospitalised and denied boarding onto a flight after the battery in his device started SWELLING
30/09/25 03:13
Daniel Rotar, a British tech YouTuber with over 1.63 million subscribers, posted the details of the terrifying ordeal on X.
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TikTok dance becomes the ultimate workout challenge: Fitness fanatics flock to try the viral 'turtle rabbit' choreography - as one calls it 'one of the best ab routines I've ever seen'
30/09/25 01:43
While the young performers in the original video make the moves seem effortless, TikTok users have discovered just how exhausting they really are.
What a load of rubbish! The 6 most common branded items dumped as litter in the UK, revealed - with Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Walkers the worst offenders
30/09/25 10:01
The six most common branded items dumped as litter in the UK have been revealed by a new study.
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Do you see blue or purple? Mind-boggling optical illusion divides the internet - as viewers struggle to agree on the colour of simple dots
29/09/25 03:26
From colour-changing fire trucks to 'The Dress', many optical illusions have baffled the internet over the years. Now, a scientist from Harvard has discovered an illusion that might be the strangest yet.
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NASA boss reveals plans for an entire VILLAGE on the moon by 2035
29/09/25 02:26
NASA will put an entire 'village' on the moon by 2035, according Sean Duffy, the space agency's administrator.
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The digital ID card is fuelling a rise in dumbphones: Brits vow to revert to retro Nokia devices to avoid Starmer's 'dystopian' plan
29/09/25 11:27
'Dumbphones' are having a resurgence - fuelled by Prime Minister Keir Starmer 's plans to introduce mandatory digital ID cards for every UK citizen.
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What Lady Hamilton REALLY looked like: Scientists reconstruct the face of Lord Nelson's lover based on her skull - revealing a pretty woman with a 'slightly protruding jaw'
29/09/25 09:14
More than 200 years after she died in debt and destitution at the age of 49, scientists believe they have rediscovered the face of Lady Emma Hamilton, Lord Nelson's infamous lover.
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What the end of the world will REALLY look like: As the Rapture fails to come to fruition, expert reveals the bleak reality of the apocalypse
28/09/25 01:16
As the Rapture fails to happen, experts have revealed the reality of what human extinction will really look like - and its much bleaker than any Biblical apocalypse.
Is YOUR dog a genius? Vets reveal the five simple tests that prove if your pooch is gifted
27/09/25 01:59
Dog intelligence experts have now revealed five simple tests that can prove whether or not your dog is a genius.
Breathtaking! Polish daredevil becomes the first person to climb then ski down Mount Everest - without bottled oxygen
26/09/25 11:12
Andrzej Bargiel, 37, has become the first person to ski down Mount Everest without any bottled oxygen.
Facebook and Instagram users in Britain will now have to PAY £3.99/month for ad-free access or be targeted with personalised adverts
26/09/25 10:00
Facebook and Instagram users in Britain will now have to pay a monthly fee to avoid being targeted with personalised adverts.
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Moon landing conspiracy theories are reignited online as NASA reveals details for the Artemis II mission - as one sceptic jokes 'I hope they have better CGI this time'
25/09/25 12:10
As NASA unveils the details for the Artemis II mission, lunar conspiracy theories have reignited and spread like wildfire on social media.
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The ancient part of your brain that controls your consciousness, found by scientists
25/09/25 09:57
Cambridge neuroscientist Dr Peter Coppola claims that human consciousness arises from a primal region of our brains, known as the 'lizard brain, which we share with many animals.
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'Supermassive' black holes aren't as big as we thought! Void 12 billion light-years from Earth is 10 times smaller than expected, study finds
24/09/25 11:01
If the thought of a supermassive black hole terrifies you, a new study may provide some relief. Scientists say that these galactic giants might not actually be as big as we thought.
World's first PRIVATE space station to launch next year: Haven-1 features queen-size beds, a state-of-the-art gym, and maple wood interiors
24/09/25 10:06
Haven-1, the world's first private space station, features queen-size beds, a state-of-the-art gym, and even maple wood interiors.
Scientists think we may have received a signal from a parallel universe via a WORMHOLE
23/09/25 03:00
Researchers think a mysterious signal, dubbed GW190521, could have arrived from a parallel universe after passing through a wormhole.
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Meet NASA's newest recruits! Space agency introduces 10 new astronauts - with one set to be the first person to step on MARS
23/09/25 11:52
NASA's new recruits include scientists, fighter pilots, engineers, and even a former member of the USA Rugby Women's National Team.
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Vital ocean upwelling fails to emerge for the first time on record
14/09/25 06:00
The failure of a vital ocean upwelling has sparked concerns of catastrophic effects for life, according to scientists.
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If evolution is real, why are there still monkeys? Scientists reveal the surprising answer
14/09/25 01:02
Daily Mail has asked some of the leading evolution experts why, if humans evolved out of primates, do monkeys and apes still exist today?
You're cooking onions wrong! Scientists reveal the secret to cooking the vegetable twice as fast - and all it takes is one unusual ingredient
13/09/25 09:03
Browning onions is the first step of many great recipes, but scientists say you could be wasting your time doing it wrong.
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NASA satellite images reveal new island formed in Alaska
12/09/25 03:18
In Alaska, a new island has popped up in just four decades, and NASA says that human-caused climate change is to blame.
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Rise of the 'otrovert': Scientists say there's a brand NEW personality type - and it's very different to introverts or extraverts
12/09/25 02:50
If you've ever found yourself standing alone at a party, wondering why everyone apart from you is having such a good time, you are not alone.
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NASA satellite images reveal a new island formed in Alaska - and experts say climate change is to blame
12/09/25 01:26
In Alaska, a new island has popped up in just four decades, and NASA says that human-caused climate change is to blame.
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Vital ocean upwelling FAILS to emerge for the first time on record - and it could have catastrophic consequences for life
12/09/25 09:34
The failure of a vital ocean upwelling has sparked concerns of catastrophic effects for life, according to scientists.
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The next Japanese knotweed? Expert sounds alarm over FOUR invasive weeds taking root across the UK - including the highly poisonous Devil's Trumpet
11/09/25 12:57
Experts now warn that Japanese knotweed is not the only invasive plant gardeners need to be worried about.
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Scientists reveal what ancient Martians might have looked like - as NASA announces strongest evidence yet for life on the Red Planet
11/09/25 11:00
NASA has uncovered the 'clearest evidence' yet for the existence of life on Mars. Now, scientists have revealed what these alien organisms really might have looked like.
Scientists are finally learning what's inside mysterious 'halo' barrels submerged off US coast
10/09/25 12:06
Scientists are just beginning to learn what is inside thousands of mysterious 'halo' barrels submerged off the US coast.
'Ugliest iPhone so far': Apple fans give their verdict on the new iPhone 17, branding it a 'crime against design'
10/09/25 10:06
The iPhone 17 Pro features a bold new design that has left Apple fans furious, with some branding it the 'ugliest iPhone so far'.
Apple Watch Series 11 is revealed: Apple launches a brand new smartwatch packed with health features - including blood-pressure monitoring
09/09/25 07:50
Apple has unveiled three new smartwatches: The Apple Watch Series 11, the Apple Watch Ultra 3, and the Apple Watch SE 3.
iPhone 17 Air is officially UNVEILED: Apple's $999 ultra-thin smartphone comes in five stunning colours - but it's missing a key feature
09/09/25 06:53
Apple has finally unveiled the new iPhone 17 lineup, and this year's Apple says it has made the 'biggest leap ever for iPhone'.
Apple is hosting its 'awe dropping' event TONIGHT where it could unveil a range of new products including the iPhone 17 Air and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 - here's how you can watch live
09/09/25 04:23
Tonight, Apple will host its 'awe dropping' event, where it is expected to launch the iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Air. Here's how you can watch live.
Apple Event 2025: Tim Cook unveils iPhone 17 in 'awe dropping' launch
09/09/25 03:00
Recap Apple Event 2025 in California as Tim Cook unveiled the tech giant's newest iPhone products at the company's flagship launch.
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Apple Store goes down ahead of suspected launch of iPhone 17
09/09/25 12:20
Just six hours before Apple is due to host its hotly anticipated launch event for the iPhone 17, the Apple Store website has gone down.
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Apple Store goes DOWN ahead of the 'awe dropping' event - raising hopes the tech giant could launch new products including the iPhone 17
09/09/25 11:38
Just six hours before Apple is due to host its hotly anticipated launch event for the iPhone 17, the Apple Store website has gone down.
Climate change could be making us OBESE, experts warn - as warmer weather makes people reach for fizzy drinks and frozen desserts
08/09/25 03:19
Researchers found that, as the weather gets warmer, people reach for sugar-rich foods like fizzy drinks, juice, and frozen desserts.
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Earth-sized planet just 40 light-years away could have an atmosphere capable of sustaining life, astronomers reveal
08/09/25 02:00
An Earth-sized planet named TRAPPIST-1e, located just 40 light-years away, could be a viable home for alien life, scientists have discovered.
Apple is hosting its 'awe dropping' event TOMORROW where it could unveil a range of new products including the iPhone 17 Air and the Apple Watch Series 11 - here's how you can watch live
08/09/25 09:31
Tomorrow, Apple will host its 'awe dropping event' where it is expected to launch the new iPhone 17 lineup. Here's everything we know and how you can watch live.
iPhone 17: Everything we know about Apple's flagship smartphone - including launch date, price and a MAJOR design change
06/09/25 07:48
Before Apple unveils its new flagship smartphone, here's everything we know so far about the upcoming iPhone 17.
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To beard or not to beard? Scientists reveal the surprising reason why men including Brad Pitt, Prince William, and even Boris Johnson look better with facial hair
06/09/25 07:47
From Brad Pitt to Prince William and Boris Johnson, many men look a lot better with a beard and now scientists have revealed the evolutionary explanation behind the 'beard glow up'.
Scientists issue clearest image yet of mysterious interstellar object
05/09/25 03:55
Scientists at the Gemini South Observatory in Chile have captured the clearest images of 3I/ATLAS yet, revealing a feature which could settle debates about its origin.
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