Russian scientists are developing cyborg pigeon drones that could be used for covert surveillance or warfare. Under a project ...

A remote-control aircraft club in Louisiana attracts a diverse group of enthusiasts, from serious hobbyists who build planes to casual fliers who come for fun and pilots.

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

On December 1, 2025, in Jiangsu, China, @Zuòzhìnéngdexiángz shared a video of a funny wildlife prank. In the video, a circular remote-controlled device floats on the water surface, and a bird lands on ...

Apparently bird flu wasn't just for the birds. Scientists with the British Antarctic Survey say one species on a remote island was hit hard by the outbreak. South Georgia Island lies in the southern ...

Kobo is making a remote control for its line of ereaders. The appropriately-named Kobo Remote costs $30 and will be available to purchase on November 4. A remote control for an ereader may seem silly ...

Authorities are searching for a suspect who stole two trained hawks used for bird control at SoFi Stadium during Sunday's Los Angeles Rams game against the Indianapolis Colts. The theft occurred ...

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