News archive: March 2018
These news items report on real world examples of innovation in technology. They show students the relevance of the skills they’re developing in the technology learning area.
You can use them to start discussions with students at all levels of the curriculum, building on their current understandings.
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Exhibition sees artists from around the world stay at Parihaka marae
Artists stay at the Parihaka marae and become immersed in the culture and community.
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Facebook ads apologize for Cambridge Analytica scandal
Facebook's CEO says the social media platform doesn't deserve to hold personal information if it can't protect it....
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The rise of the dockless bicycle – street litter, or the future of public transport?
A locking mechanism on the back wheel means the bikes can be parked up wherever you please.
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Eight food trends we will be seeing in 2018
Trends include an increased interest in food styling and street food rather than restaurant food.
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Self-healing "e-skin" could provide amputees with realistic sensations
The material make-up allows the e-skin to repair itself and also to be completely recycled.
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Should we burn or bury waste plastic?
Since China refused to accept any more foreign waste for recycling, the UK is facing a challenge.
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Dorm Living for Professionals Comes to San Francisco
Starcity residents get a bedroom of 130 square feet to 220 square feet.