Latest science, technology and gadgets news from the UK and around the world.

Scientists have switched on the world's largest atom smasher for the first time since the £6bn machine suffered a spectacular failure more than a year ago.

Flowing air could be used to generate electricity for planes and cars, researchers have shown.

People who illegally download music and films could have their internet connection slowed down or cut off altogether under new legislation.

Astronaut Randolph Bresnik is a father again after launching into space and taking a spacewalk, all for the first time.

A Canadian woman on long-term sick leave who said she lost her benefits because of photos on Facebook is fighting to get them reinstated.

Sony's new online service connecting the whole range of its gadgets to downloadable content like movies and games should help build brand loyalty, a top executive has said.

The Government's Digital Economy Bill proposes to create a "master key" to open up Britain's cultural heritage, by enabling "orphan works" whose copyright owners cannot be found, to be used legally.

Six out of 10 people have used a price comparison website to search the market for the best-value financial products, research has shown.

The Government has provided £30 million for more charging points for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.