Xpeng modular flying car got over 3,000 orders before presales

Xpeng AeroHT’s modular flying car, the Land Aircraft Carrier, has already received over 3,000 pre-orders despite the lack of a manufacturing facility, with trial production slated to begin in July 2025 and mass production expected by 2026. The car, priced around 2 million yuan (about $280,000), features a 5.5-meter EREV carrier with a 1,000 km range and onboard aircraft charging. Xpeng plans to produce 10,000 … Continue reading Xpeng modular flying car got over 3,000 orders before presales

Zeus, the most powerful laser ever created, causes a worldwide shock

CERN’s new laser, Zeus, is the world’s most powerful and could revolutionize science. Built at the University of Michigan, Zeus emits pulses of three petawatts, simulating conditions in distant galaxies and near cosmic phenomena like black holes. It has already revealed unexpected particle interactions, potentially transforming our understanding of the universe and advancing fields like nuclear fusion, materials science, and quantum computing. Zeus’s breakthroughs have … Continue reading Zeus, the most powerful laser ever created, causes a worldwide shock

AI could soon be beyond our control, scientists worried

AI scientists are calling for global oversight to prevent potential catastrophic outcomes from AI, emphasizing the need for international cooperation and governance. A statement from the group, released on September 16, highlighted concerns about losing control over advanced AI systems and the lack of sufficient science to manage these risks. They advocate for national authorities to handle AI incidents and the creation of a global … Continue reading AI could soon be beyond our control, scientists worried

Microsoft, BlackRock form group to raise $100 billion to invest in AI data centers and power

Microsoft and BlackRock are leading a $100 billion initiative to develop AI data centers and their energy infrastructure through the Global Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP). The group, which also includes Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and UAE-based tech investor MGX, aims to raise $30 billion initially and up to $100 billion in total. The investment will support the expansion of data centers equipped with … Continue reading Microsoft, BlackRock form group to raise $100 billion to invest in AI data centers and power

Treasury yields rise after better-than-expected retail sales

Treasury yields rose slightly following stronger-than-expected retail sales data and in anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting. The 10-year yield increased to 3.644%, while the 2-year yield climbed to 3.599%. Retail sales for August unexpectedly rose by 0.1%, contrary to forecasts of a 0.2% decline. Investors are focused on the Fed’s decision, with a rate cut likely, marking the first since March 2022. … Continue reading Treasury yields rise after better-than-expected retail sales

Chevron CEO hits Biden’s natural gas policies

Chevron CEO Michael Wirth criticized the Biden administration for its stance on natural gas, claiming it undermines the role of Permian gas in supporting the growth of AI technology. He argued that policies targeting AI data centers and a moratorium on LNG exports could increase energy costs and slow the transition from coal to natural gas, which he sees as crucial for reducing global carbon … Continue reading Chevron CEO hits Biden’s natural gas policies

House to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s funding plan as shutdown looms

Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House will vote Wednesday on a six-month stopgap funding bill linked to the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote. This package, which Johnson pulled last week due to GOP opposition, faces a tough path with the House’s narrow Republican majority. The proposed bill is expected to fail in the Democratic-led Senate and faces a … Continue reading House to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s funding plan as shutdown looms

Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill

On Tuesday, Democrats blocked Republican Sens. Ted Cruz and Katie Britt’s IVF Protection Act through unanimous consent, mirroring a similar dispute from June. Cruz criticized the Democrats’ opposition as a “show vote,” accusing them of using the issue for political gain. Sen. Patty Murray, a key sponsor of the Democratic Right to IVF Act, argued that the GOP bill fails to address major threats to … Continue reading Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill

Harris refuses to veer off script in her second high-profile interview

In a Tuesday interview with the National Association of Black Journalists, Vice President Kamala Harris largely adhered to prepared talking points and avoided diverging from the Biden administration’s positions. Addressing contentious issues like the Gaza conflict and reparations, Harris focused on abortion rights and condemned former President Donald Trump’s claims about Haitian immigrants. She also reaffirmed her support for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war … Continue reading Harris refuses to veer off script in her second high-profile interview

Trump Jr., RFK Jr. warn Biden against long-range missiles for Ukraine

In an opinion piece for The Hill, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump Jr. criticized the Biden administration for its potential approval of long-range missiles for Ukraine, arguing that it risks escalating the conflict with Russia. They emphasized that this move could be seen as an act of war by Russia, echoing Putin’s warnings about NATO’s involvement. The opinion comes amid reports that Biden might … Continue reading Trump Jr., RFK Jr. warn Biden against long-range missiles for Ukraine

Trudeau Faces Pressure To Quit After Party Loses Long-Held Parliament Seat

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party suffered a significant defeat in a Montreal by-election, losing a seat it had held for decades to the Bloc Québécois. This is the second major election loss for the Liberals in three months and may intensify calls for Trudeau’s resignation. The result highlights declining Liberal support, even in strongholds, and comes ahead of the next general election expected in … Continue reading Trudeau Faces Pressure To Quit After Party Loses Long-Held Parliament Seat

Another Southern California community faces gas shutoffs amid landslide threat

Rolling Hills, a Southern California community near Rancho Palos Verdes, lost gas services to 34 homes this week due to landslide risks, while 51 households are set to lose power by Wednesday evening. The shutoffs follow earlier utility cuts in Rancho Palos Verdes, where nearly 250 homes were affected by broken pipes and power lines after Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency due … Continue reading Another Southern California community faces gas shutoffs amid landslide threat

Alleged Donald Trump Assassin Previously Known to FBI

Former President Donald Trump’s alleged would-be assassin, 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh, had previously been on the FBI’s radar, according to Special Agent Jeffrey B. Veltri. Routh was the subject of a 2019 tip, though no verification was found at the time. He has a history of felony charges, including possession of a weapon of mass destruction in 2002. The recent assassination attempt occurred at Trump’s … Continue reading Alleged Donald Trump Assassin Previously Known to FBI

Texas officials declare Venezuelan gang a terrorist group, back Trump claims about migrants

Texas officials designated the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua as a “foreign terrorist organization” and echoed former President Trump’s claim that many migrants crossing into the U.S. were released from Latin American prisons. Texas border official Mike Banks accused Venezuela of releasing prisoners and blamed the Biden administration’s border policies. Immigration advocates, however, argue that the administration has imposed strict border controls, CBS News has … Continue reading Texas officials declare Venezuelan gang a terrorist group, back Trump claims about migrants

Police shift focus from woods to road patrols in search for Kentucky interstate shooter

Authorities have shifted their strategy in the search for Joseph Couch, the suspected gunman in a highway shooting in Kentucky. After 11 days of searching 28,000 acres of forest, with no leads, law enforcement has redirected efforts to patrol local communities. Couch is accused of shooting at 12 vehicles on I-75, wounding five people. Despite extensive ground and air searches, authorities are unsure of his … Continue reading Police shift focus from woods to road patrols in search for Kentucky interstate shooter

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking charges

Sean “Diddy” Combs has been charged with racketeering, sex trafficking, and transporting for prostitution, according to an indictment by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. Combs was arrested in New York following federal raids that uncovered weapons, evidence of crimes, and over 1,000 bottles of lubricant. Prosecutors allege Combs ran a “criminal enterprise” involving kidnapping, arson, and forced labor. He … Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking charges

Militants launch a deadly attack on a military training camp in Mali’s capital

Islamic militants attacked a military training camp and the airport in Mali’s capital, Bamako, leading to deadly gunbattles. Troops neutralized the attackers, though no casualty details were provided. The al-Qaida-linked group JNIM claimed responsibility, stating they caused significant losses. At least 15 suspects were arrested. The attack prompted the temporary closure of the airport, which reopened later, the Associated Press has reported. This rare attack … Continue reading Militants launch a deadly attack on a military training camp in Mali’s capital

UN considers resolution demanding Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories

The U.N. General Assembly is set to vote on a Palestinian resolution demanding that Israel end its “unlawful presence” in Gaza and the West Bank within a year. The resolution also calls for sanctions, an arms embargo, and reparations to Palestinians. Israel’s U.N. ambassador, Danny Danon, strongly criticized the measure, accusing it of distorting facts. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield expressed concerns, stating it complicates … Continue reading UN considers resolution demanding Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories

Portugal school stabbing: Boy, 12, stabs six other children

A 12-year-old boy stabbed six children at a school in Azambuja, Portugal, leaving one seriously injured and the others with minor wounds. The victims, aged 11 to 14, included five girls and one boy. The attacker, who is in custody, reportedly returned to the school with a knife and a bulletproof vest after an argument. The stabbing appeared to be random. Portuguese Prime Minister Luís … Continue reading Portugal school stabbing: Boy, 12, stabs six other children

Russia subs and ships shadowed by U.S. Coast Guard off Alaska

The U.S. Coast Guard tracked Russian naval vessels, including two submarines, crossing into the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska, likely avoiding sea ice. The encounter, involving a frigate and tugboat, occurred 30 miles inside U.S. waters but complied with international maritime rules. The Coast Guard Cutter Stratton monitored the situation, ensuring no disruptions to U.S. interests, CBS News has reported. This follows recent similar … Continue reading Russia subs and ships shadowed by U.S. Coast Guard off Alaska

Hezbollah vows to punish Israel after pager explosions across Lebanon

Hezbollah has vowed retaliation after a coordinated attack involving exploding pagers killed at least nine people and injured nearly 3,000 across Lebanon, including Hezbollah fighters and civilians. The attack occurred amid heightened tensions with Israel, following its expanded war efforts against both Hamas and Hezbollah. The explosions primarily targeted Hezbollah members, with Israeli media speculating Mossad’s involvement. This escalation has intensified fears of a broader … Continue reading Hezbollah vows to punish Israel after pager explosions across Lebanon

SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew returns home after history-making mission

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn crew has successfully returned to Earth after a historic five-day mission, which included the world’s first commercial spacewalk. The Crew Dragon capsule, carrying four astronauts, splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico near Dry Tortugas, Florida, at 3:37 a.m. ET on Sunday. During the mission, the crew reached the highest altitude achieved by humans in five decades. Safely returning involved performing a … Continue reading SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew returns home after history-making mission

Earth’s new ‘mini-moon’ will orbit our planet for the next 2 months

Earth is expected to gain a new temporary moon by the end of September, as a small asteroid named 2024 PT5 becomes temporarily captured by our planet’s gravity. Discovered by the Asteroid Terrestrial-Impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) on August 7, this mini-moon, measuring about 33 feet (10 meters) wide, will orbit Earth once between September 29 and November 25 before escaping its gravitational pull. Although … Continue reading Earth’s new ‘mini-moon’ will orbit our planet for the next 2 months

NASA issues alert for stadium sized asteroid passing earth

The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory has recently alerted the public about five approaching asteroids, including one termed ‘stadium-size’ asteroid named 2024ON, which is about 950 feet in diameter. This asteroid is set to pass Earth on Tuesday at a distance of approximately 621,000 miles—nearly three times farther than the average distance to the moon. Other monitored asteroids range in size from ‘airplane-size’ to ‘house-size,’ with … Continue reading NASA issues alert for stadium sized asteroid passing earth

China activates first satellite-ground laser communication system

The Aerospace Information Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has launched its first operational satellite-ground laser communication system, marking a significant advancement in China’s space technology. The new system, which went into regular operation from the Pamir Plateau, is expected to dramatically increase data transmission speeds from around 6GB per second to several hundred gigabytes per second. This enhancement is crucial for receiving … Continue reading China activates first satellite-ground laser communication system