Technology

Robot dogs to enter active war, help frontline troops in high-risk missions

Robot dogs, like the “BAD One” model, may soon assist Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines by performing dangerous tasks such as spying on Russian trenches and detecting mines. Demonstrated at an undisclosed location, these agile machines use thermal imaging to scout enemy positions, reducing the risks faced by human reconnaissance soldiers. The robots can operate for about two hours, carry up to 7 kilograms … Continue reading Robot dogs to enter active war, help frontline troops in high-risk missions

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Technology

Starlink Lets Operators Control Ground Robots at Long Distances

Estonia’s Milrem Robotics has integrated a Starlink satellite communications system into its popular THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle, enabling remote control from thousands of kilometers away. The 3,500-pound tracked vehicle, used by 17 militaries, including Ukraine, for logistics and casualty evacuations, now benefits from enhanced control beyond line of sight, thanks to the satellite link. This integration also reduces the vehicle’s radio frequency signature, making it … Continue reading Starlink Lets Operators Control Ground Robots at Long Distances

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Technology

Meet ‘Eve’ the DNA-collecting robot fish

Engineering students at Switzerland’s ETH Zurich are developing cutting-edge robotic fish, like “Eve,” to revolutionize ocean studies. Designed to blend seamlessly into aquatic ecosystems, Eve mimics the movement of real fish, minimizing disruption to marine life. Equipped with a camera, sonar, and a filter for collecting environmental DNA (eDNA), Eve gathers data on underwater species without disturbing them. The students aim to provide scientists with … Continue reading Meet ‘Eve’ the DNA-collecting robot fish

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Business

Stellantis to lay off up to 2,450 factory workers as classic Ram production ends

Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, is laying off up to 2,450 workers at its Warren Truck assembly plant near Detroit as it ends production of the Ram 1500 Classic truck. The layoffs, effective from October 8, will reduce the plant’s general assembly operations to one shift, although production of the Jeep Wagoneer will continue with two shifts. The company is shifting focus to the … Continue reading Stellantis to lay off up to 2,450 factory workers as classic Ram production ends

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Business

Candy sold at Target, Walmart, Dollar General stores recalled due to salmonella threat

Candy sold at Walmart, Target, Dollar General, and other stores across the U.S. has been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. The Palmer Candy Company is recalling its “White Coated Confectionary Items” after being alerted by its liquid coating supplier about possible contamination. The recall, classified as a “Class I” by the FDA, indicates a high risk of serious health consequences. The affected products, including … Continue reading Candy sold at Target, Walmart, Dollar General stores recalled due to salmonella threat

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Business

Boeing gets $2.5 billion Air Force contract for new airborne warning and control aircraft

Boeing and the U.S. Air Force have agreed on a $2.56 billion contract to develop two prototype E-7A Wedgetail aircraft, designed as a replacement for the aging E-3 Sentry AWACS fleet. The E-7A, based on the Boeing 737, features advanced airborne early warning and control systems with a distinctive radar antenna. The aircraft will enhance airborne battle management, providing advanced situational awareness and long-range capabilities … Continue reading Boeing gets $2.5 billion Air Force contract for new airborne warning and control aircraft

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Politics

Sanders says Harris should be ‘very proud’ of Biden administration’s record

Sen. Bernie Sanders praised Vice President Kamala Harris for the Biden-Harris administration’s accomplishments, including tackling pharmaceutical industry greed, lowering prescription drug costs, and creating jobs by improving infrastructure. Sanders emphasized the administration’s efforts on climate change and job creation, stating that Harris should be proud of their record. He also dismissed concerns about Harris’s policy reversals, arguing that her positions contrast sharply with Donald Trump’s, … Continue reading Sanders says Harris should be ‘very proud’ of Biden administration’s record

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Politics

Vance says he ‘of course’ wants to debate Walz

Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance has agreed to debate Democratic Vice Presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz, following Walz’s confirmation as the Democratic nominee alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. Vance had previously stated he would only debate Walz once his nomination was official, expressing concerns about potential changes in the Democratic ticket. Vance emphasized the importance of debating and making his case to the … Continue reading Vance says he ‘of course’ wants to debate Walz

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Politics

Report: President Joe Biden, Barack Obama, the Clintons to Speak at DNC

Prominent Democrats, including President Joe Biden, former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, and Hillary Clinton, are set to speak at the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, according to sources. The event is scheduled for August 19-22, and Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to formally accept the Democratic Party’s nomination. Former President Jimmy Carter will be represented by his grandson, Jason Carter. … Continue reading Report: President Joe Biden, Barack Obama, the Clintons to Speak at DNC

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Politics

In Secret Talks, USA Offers Amnesty to Venezuela’s Maduro for Ceding Power

The U.S. is making a last-ditch effort to persuade Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to step down in exchange for amnesty, as evidence mounts that he lost the recent election. The Biden administration is reportedly considering pardons for Maduro and his top officials, who face U.S. indictments, and may even offer guarantees against extradition. These negotiations provide a glimmer of hope for the Venezuelan opposition, which … Continue reading In Secret Talks, USA Offers Amnesty to Venezuela’s Maduro for Ceding Power

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Politics

Biden to campaign for Harris in battleground PA

President Joe Biden announced that he will campaign for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state for the upcoming presidential election. Biden, who recently decided to withdraw from the race against Donald Trump, stated in an interview with CBS that he plans to support Harris and participate in campaign efforts in Pennsylvania and other states. Harris leads Trump in recent polls in … Continue reading Biden to campaign for Harris in battleground PA

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U.S. News

‘One of the most violent’ Jan. 6 rioters receives a 20-year prison sentence

David Dempsey, a supporter of Donald Trump who participated in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for assaulting police officers. Dempsey, who had expressed a desire to hang Democratic politicians and was one of the most violent rioters during the attack, used various objects as weapons against law enforcement. This is the second-longest sentence handed … Continue reading ‘One of the most violent’ Jan. 6 rioters receives a 20-year prison sentence

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U.S. News

Gunman dies after shootout, hours-long standoff with cops near Ohio State campus

A gunman who barricaded himself in a building near Ohio State University and exchanged gunfire with police during an hours-long standoff was pronounced dead on Sunday. The incident began around 8 a.m. when the suspect allegedly broke into a building on the university’s south campus in Columbus, Ohio, and fired a gun. Police responded, witnessed the suspect reloading, and then saw him barricade himself inside. … Continue reading Gunman dies after shootout, hours-long standoff with cops near Ohio State campus

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U.S. News

Murder suspect now accused of bank robbery a week before

Zachary Babitz, accused of shooting and killing 83-year-old Gordon Wilson during a carjacking in Santa Fe, now faces additional charges for allegedly robbing a Wells Fargo bank in Albuquerque a week earlier. Albuquerque police linked Babitz to the robbery through surveillance and GPS data from an ankle monitor he was wearing as part of his probation for a previous armed robbery. The monitor reportedly placed … Continue reading Murder suspect now accused of bank robbery a week before

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U.S. News

Ferguson officer ‘fighting for his life’ and several arrested after protests

A Ferguson, Missouri, police officer, Travis Brown, is “fighting for his life” after being severely injured during protests on Friday night, marking the 10th anniversary of Michael Brown’s shooting. A 28-year-old suspect has been charged in the assault, and several other protesters are in custody. The protests were initially peaceful but turned violent when some demonstrators damaged the police station’s fence. Officer Brown was injured … Continue reading Ferguson officer ‘fighting for his life’ and several arrested after protests

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U.S. News

House explosion in Maryland kills 2 and damages nearby homes

A house explosion in Bel Air, Maryland, early Sunday killed two people and displaced 12 families, likely due to a gas leak, according to fire officials. The blast, which was felt and heard by neighbors, damaged nearby homes and left one person dead at the scene, with a second body later found in the rubble. The explosion heavily damaged a neighboring house, injuring a woman … Continue reading House explosion in Maryland kills 2 and damages nearby homes

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World News

Man held for climbing Eiffel Tower on final Olympics day

A man was arrested on Sunday for climbing the Eiffel Tower just hours before the Olympics closing ceremony, according to Paris police. The man was spotted around 14:45 local time and quickly apprehended by officers. His motivation and nationality remain unclear. Social media videos show the shirtless man scaling the tower above the Olympic rings, which have adorned it during the summer games. The area … Continue reading Man held for climbing Eiffel Tower on final Olympics day

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World News

Residents of Serbia’s lithium-rich region vow to block EU-backed mining

Zlatko Kokanović, a 48-year-old Serbian farmer, is fiercely opposed to a proposed lithium mine in his farming valley, vowing to resist its opening at any cost. The Jadar valley in western Serbia, rich in lithium, has become a battleground, with the government seeing the mine as an economic boon, while critics fear it will cause irreversible environmental damage. The project, led by Rio Tinto, has … Continue reading Residents of Serbia’s lithium-rich region vow to block EU-backed mining

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World News

Zelensky says Russian forces started fire at Russian-controlled nuclear plant

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russian forces of starting a fire at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southern Ukraine, sharing a video of smoke rising from the plant. While radiation levels remained normal, Zelensky condemned Russia for using the plant to “blackmail Ukraine and the world.” Ukrainian and Russian officials exchanged blame for the incident, with Russia accusing Ukraine of a drone strike … Continue reading Zelensky says Russian forces started fire at Russian-controlled nuclear plant

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Japanese urged to avoid panic-buying as megaquake fears spread

Authorities in Japan urged residents not to hoard supplies as anxiety over a potential megaquake led to a surge in demand for disaster kits and essentials on Saturday. Following a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in the south that injured 14 people, the weather agency issued its first advisory warning of an increased likelihood of a major quake. In Tokyo, supermarkets began rationing items like bottled water, … Continue reading Japanese urged to avoid panic-buying as megaquake fears spread

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People flee wildfire near Athens as it spreads ‘like lightning’

A fast-moving wildfire near Athens forced residents to flee their homes on Sunday as hot, windy weather fueled the blaze, which burned trees, houses, and cars, sending smoke over the Greek capital. Over 400 firefighters, supported by aircraft, battled the fire that rapidly reached the village of Varnavas, 35 km north of Athens. Gale-force winds caused the flames to spread quickly, engulfing the area. As … Continue reading People flee wildfire near Athens as it spreads ‘like lightning’

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Archaeology

New artifacts found in “holy grail” of shipwrecks that sank 3 centuries ago with billions of dollars in treasure

Colombia’s government announced the discovery of new artifacts from the legendary Spanish galleon San Jose, following the first robotic exploration of the shipwreck, which sank in 1708 near Cartagena. The San Jose, often called the “holy grail” of shipwrecks, is believed to hold treasures worth billions. The recent exploration, covering an area equivalent to 40 soccer fields, revealed new items including an anchor, jugs, and … Continue reading New artifacts found in “holy grail” of shipwrecks that sank 3 centuries ago with billions of dollars in treasure

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Archaeologists make ‘groundbreaking’ discovery at Biblical site where Jesus is said to have performed miracles

Archaeologists may have uncovered evidence of a long-lost synagogue in the ancient Israeli city of Chorazin, where Jesus is said to have performed miracles. While excavating a third-century synagogue in Korazim National Park, they discovered the remains of an older temple beneath it, potentially dating back to the first century. The excavation revealed pottery, coins, and large boulders, suggesting the site could be the synagogue … Continue reading Archaeologists make ‘groundbreaking’ discovery at Biblical site where Jesus is said to have performed miracles

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Ancient pyramid collapses in Mexico in ‘supernatural sign of impending doom’, warns tribe who built it

A Mexican pyramid used by the ancient Purépecha tribe for human sacrifices has partially collapsed after severe storms on July 30, leading descendants to fear it may be a “supernatural sign of impending doom” and a possible natural disaster. The Yácata pyramid, located at the Ihuatzio archaeological site in Michoacán, suffered significant damage due to heavy rainfall and prior drought conditions. The Mexican National Institute … Continue reading Ancient pyramid collapses in Mexico in ‘supernatural sign of impending doom’, warns tribe who built it

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Space

Chinese rocket stage breaks up into cloud of more than 700 pieces of space debris

A Chinese Long March 6A rocket’s upper stage has fragmented into over 700 pieces of space debris, raising concerns about orbital safety. The rocket, launched on August 6 carrying 18 satellites, experienced a breakup event confirmed by U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) on August 8. Initially, 50 pieces of debris were detected, but further analysis by LeoLabs suggests there are at least 700, potentially more than … Continue reading Chinese rocket stage breaks up into cloud of more than 700 pieces of space debris

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