Space

Earth-like planet that may contain water studied by NASA’s Webb telescope

NASA scientists are using the James Webb Space Telescope to study TRAPPIST-1 e, an Earth-sized exoplanet in the TRAPPIST-1 system that may harbor water. The planet orbits its red dwarf star at a distance where surface water is theoretically possible, though astronomers first need to confirm whether it has an atmosphere. Using Webb’s Near-Infrared Spectrograph, researchers analyze starlight passing through the planet’s atmosphere during transits, … Continue reading Earth-like planet that may contain water studied by NASA’s Webb telescope

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Astronomers discover repeating gamma-ray burst

Astronomers have observed a gamma-ray burst, GRB 250702B, unlike any seen before, which erupted multiple times over the course of a full day. Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) are typically catastrophic events caused by massive stars collapsing or stars being shredded by black holes, and they usually last only milliseconds to minutes. GRB 250702B defied this pattern, with repeated bursts detected by NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope … Continue reading Astronomers discover repeating gamma-ray burst

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Technology

UC Berkeley humanoid robot plays table tennis with human-like agility 

UC Berkeley recently released a video showcasing its Humanoid Table Tennis Robot, nicknamed HITTER, engaging in a high-speed game of table tennis with human opponents. The robot demonstrated remarkable agility and precision, sustaining rallies of over 100 shots while maintaining balance with its left hand, emulating natural human movement. HITTER’s performance relies on a two-part system: a high-level planner that tracks the ball and predicts … Continue reading UC Berkeley humanoid robot plays table tennis with human-like agility 

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Business

Oracle stock jumps after CEO says AI-fueled cloud revenue set to soar to $144 billion

Oracle shares jumped more than 28% in premarket trading after the company projected its AI-fueled cloud revenue to reach $144 billion by its 2030 fiscal year, up from less than $20 billion this year. CEO Safra Catz detailed a rapid growth trajectory, forecasting Oracle Cloud Infrastructure revenue to grow from $18 billion this fiscal year to $32 billion, $73 billion, $114 billion, and $144 billion … Continue reading Oracle stock jumps after CEO says AI-fueled cloud revenue set to soar to $144 billion

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Business

Ford rolls out new ad campaign amid industry-wide uncertainty

Ford unveiled a new advertising campaign, “Ready, Set, Ford,” on Wednesday, marking what the company calls a “fundamental shift” in its branding strategy. The campaign moves beyond vehicle-focused marketing to highlight the people who buy Ford vehicles, emphasizing four core promises: capability, passion, community, and trust. The rollout comes as the auto industry faces uncertainty from tariffs and a slowdown in consumer spending, making brand … Continue reading Ford rolls out new ad campaign amid industry-wide uncertainty

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Business

Job growth revised down by 911,000 through March

The Labor Department released a report Tuesday showing that nonfarm payrolls in the year prior to March 2025 were revised downward by 911,000 jobs, far exceeding previous estimates. The revision is the largest on record since 2002 and suggests average monthly job growth was 76,000 less than initially reported, raising concerns about the overall health of the labor market. Sectors most affected by the revisions … Continue reading Job growth revised down by 911,000 through March

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Politics

Senate GOP leader moves to lower filibuster threshold for Trump nominees through nuclear option

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is set to deploy a parliamentary maneuver later this week to expedite confirmation of roughly 40 lower-level nominees. The strategy draws on precedents set by Harry Reid in 2013 and Mitch McConnell in 2017, which altered the filibuster rules for executive and Supreme Court nominations, respectively. Thune’s approach involves a procedural gambit where a failed vote to break a … Continue reading Senate GOP leader moves to lower filibuster threshold for Trump nominees through nuclear option

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Politics

Supreme Court lets Trump freeze $4 billion in foreign aid

The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice John Roberts, ruled that the Trump administration can withhold $4 billion in foreign aid while the court considers an ongoing legal challenge. The temporary order responds to an emergency filing against a federal judge’s ruling that the administration must release funds approved by Congress. The case was brought by organizations including the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and the … Continue reading Supreme Court lets Trump freeze $4 billion in foreign aid

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Democrats add 1 more vote in Congress after Virginia special election

Democratic Fairfax County Supervisor James Walkinshaw won the special election for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District, defeating Republican Stewart Whitson. The Associated Press called the race at 7:36 p.m. Eastern time, confirming Walkinshaw’s decisive victory. The seat was previously held by Democratic Rep. Gerry Connolly, who passed away in May after representing the district for over 15 years. Before his death, Connolly endorsed Walkinshaw and his … Continue reading Democrats add 1 more vote in Congress after Virginia special election

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Politics

Missouri House approves new US House maps that seek to erase a Democratic seat

The Missouri House voted 90-65 to approve a new congressional map that would likely eliminate a Democratic-controlled US House seat. The proposed map aims to give Republicans control of seven out of eight House seats in the state, with the Missouri Senate expected to vote on it by the end of the week. Missouri joins several other Republican-led states, including Ohio, Florida, Indiana, and South … Continue reading Missouri House approves new US House maps that seek to erase a Democratic seat

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Politics

Macron names ally Sébastien Lecornu as new French PM

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the new prime minister, replacing François Bayrou just a day after a vote of confidence led to Bayrou’s ousting. Lecornu, 39, previously served as armed forces minister, where he focused on France’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and is now tasked with consulting political parties to adopt the nation’s next budget. Bayrou’s government fell after … Continue reading Macron names ally Sébastien Lecornu as new French PM

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U.S. News

Over 60 Shipping Containers Fall into Ocean at Port of Long Beach

On Tuesday morning, more than 60 shipping containers fell from the cargo ship Mississippi into the water at the Port of Long Beach. The incident occurred just before 9 a.m. at Pier G while the vessel was being unloaded. Initial investigations suggest that the containers began to topple after crews started releasing the securing straps, triggering a domino effect. Goods from major retailers such as Costco, Target, … Continue reading Over 60 Shipping Containers Fall into Ocean at Port of Long Beach

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U.S. News

Michigan Judge Dismisses Charges Against 15 Accused of False Elector Scheme in 2020 Election

A Michigan judge has dismissed criminal charges against 15 individuals accused of attempting to falsely certify Donald Trump as the winner of the 2020 presidential election in Michigan. District Court Judge Kristen D. Simmons ruled that the group, including prominent Michigan Republicans, would not face trial. The charges, announced over two years ago by Democratic Attorney General Dana Nessel, included forgery and conspiracy to commit … Continue reading Michigan Judge Dismisses Charges Against 15 Accused of False Elector Scheme in 2020 Election

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U.S. News

Suspect in stabbing of Ukrainian woman in North Carolina charged with federal crime

Decarlos Brown Jr. has been charged with a federal crime in connection with the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska aboard a North Carolina commuter train. The attack, which appeared random and was captured on video, has raised questions about public safety and the handling of repeat offenders. Brown, who had 14 prior criminal arrests, faces a federal charge that could result in the death … Continue reading Suspect in stabbing of Ukrainian woman in North Carolina charged with federal crime

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U.S. News

Decomposed body found in singer D4vd’s impounded Tesla in Los Angeles

A badly decomposed body was discovered Monday in a Tesla belonging to the singer D4vd at a Los Angeles impound lot. Police were called to the lot on North Mansfield Avenue after a foul odor was reported coming from the vehicle. The remains were found in a bag in the trunk, and identification is expected to be delayed due to the condition of the body. … Continue reading Decomposed body found in singer D4vd’s impounded Tesla in Los Angeles

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U.S. News

Texas announces ban on Sharia Law after Muslim ‘patrols’ tried to ban alcohol and pork

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a ban on Sharia Law in the state after Imam F. Qasim ibn Ali Khan began pressuring Muslim-owned stores to stop selling pork, alcohol, and lottery tickets. The viral video of Khan confronting a store employee sparked widespread outrage and prompted Abbott to sign laws banning Sharia compliance and compounds in Texas. Abbott emphasized that any attempt to impose Sharia … Continue reading Texas announces ban on Sharia Law after Muslim ‘patrols’ tried to ban alcohol and pork

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World News

ICC opens war crimes case against Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has commenced its first-ever in absentia hearing against Joseph Kony, the elusive leader of Uganda’s Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). Kony faces 39 charges, including war crimes and crimes against humanity, stemming from decades of violence across Uganda, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite a 2005 arrest warrant and extensive international efforts, Kony remains … Continue reading ICC opens war crimes case against Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony

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Princeton Doctoral Student, Held in Iraq for Over 900 Days, Is Finally Free

Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Princeton University doctoral student, was kidnapped by a militia in Iraq in 2023 and has now been released, as announced by President Trump. She holds dual Israeli and Russian citizenship and spent more than 900 days in captivity before being turned over to the U.S. Embassy in Iraq. Her family, especially her sister Emma—who is an American citizen—expressed profound joy, with Emma … Continue reading Princeton Doctoral Student, Held in Iraq for Over 900 Days, Is Finally Free

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Violent Gen Z protests spiral with at least 19 killed in Nepal

After the Nepali government imposed a sweeping ban on major social media platforms, mass protests erupted—led largely by Gen Z—escalating into violence across Kathmandu. Demonstrators torched the parliament building, stormed prisons, and set fire to politicians’ homes, including that of former Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal, where his wife was inside during the blaze. The unrest turned deadly, with at least 19 people killed and … Continue reading Violent Gen Z protests spiral with at least 19 killed in Nepal

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Polish and NATO forces scramble to shoot down Russian drones

Polish and NATO forces shot down drones that violated Poland’s airspace during a Russian aerial attack on Ukraine. Fighter jets were scrambled after more than a dozen drones entered Polish territory, marking the first direct involvement of NATO forces in the conflict. The Polish military confirmed weapons were used to neutralize the drones, and operations to recover debris were launched. Polish and allied aircraft, along … Continue reading Polish and NATO forces scramble to shoot down Russian drones

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Hamas claims leadership survived Israeli attack in Doha, but confirms six deaths

Israel launched an airstrike in Doha, Qatar, targeting senior Hamas leaders, killing at least five members, including relatives of top negotiator Khalil al-Hayya. Hamas claimed Israel failed to assassinate its negotiating team, which was discussing a new US ceasefire proposal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the strike as justified against those behind the October 7, 2023 attacks, while Qatar condemned it as a violation of … Continue reading Hamas claims leadership survived Israeli attack in Doha, but confirms six deaths

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Space

Images Show Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Is Now Growing a Tail

Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object, is now developing a tail as it approaches the Sun. Observations from the Gemini South telescope show a growing tail, indicating increased activity. The comet’s composition, rich in carbon dioxide, causes it to become active at greater distances than typical comets. This behavior sets it apart from previous interstellar visitors like ‘Oumuamua and Borisov, Science Alert has reported. Scientists are … Continue reading Images Show Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Is Now Growing a Tail

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Human Stem Cells Age More Rapidly in Space, Study Finds

A recent study has revealed that human stem cells age more rapidly in space. Researchers from the University of California San Diego monitored stem cells sent to the International Space Station (ISS). Over a month, the cells exhibited accelerated aging compared to those on Earth. This finding has significant implications for long-term space travel and human health, Engadget has reported. Understanding these effects is crucial … Continue reading Human Stem Cells Age More Rapidly in Space, Study Finds

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Technology

Tiny Vinyl: A New Pocketable Record Format for the Spotify Age

Tiny Vinyl is a new miniature vinyl format designed for the streaming era. These 4-inch records offer a physical collectible experience while aligning with modern music distribution. Artists can release their music on these compact records, providing fans with tangible memorabilia. The format is compatible with standard turntables, ensuring accessibility for vinyl enthusiasts, ArsTechnica has reported. Tiny Vinyl combines nostalgia with contemporary music trends, appealing … Continue reading Tiny Vinyl: A New Pocketable Record Format for the Spotify Age

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Business

Nebius Stock Soars After Signing Massive AI GPU Infrastructure Deal with Microsoft

Nebius Group has inked a landmark agreement with Microsoft worth $17.4 billion over five years to supply GPU-powered AI infrastructure, with an option to expand to $19.4 billion. The deal underscores corporate demand for advanced AI compute capacity, and comes as Microsoft continues investing heavily in AI infrastructure. Nebius, based in Amsterdam, will deploy capacity from its upcoming Vineland, New Jersey data center starting later … Continue reading Nebius Stock Soars After Signing Massive AI GPU Infrastructure Deal with Microsoft

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