From British hobbies to Japanese robots with human skin

An exhibition in the UK featuring over 14,000 hobby-related objects titled ‘Come As You Really Are’ was conceived by artist Hetain Patel. The exhibition includes everything from My Little Pony toys to Spider-Man costumes and custom car sculptures.

In Italy, a journalist has been ordered to pay 5,000 euros to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for a Twitter post that mocked her height. The incident, which was called “body shaming,” also earned journalist Giulia Cortese a suspended fine of 1,200 euros.

Artificial intelligence is making strides in sports as AI-powered cameras are set to broadcast the Marshall Islands’ first-ever futsal match against Micronesia. The historic event is part of the Outrigger Challenge Cup, which marks the Marshall Islands’ entry into international futsal.

Japanese scientists at the University of Tokyo have successfully attached human skin cells to robotic faces, enabling them to ‘smile’. This groundbreaking technology has potential applications in both cosmetics and medicine.

(With input from agencies.)