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SpaceX sends its massive Starship rocket into space, with mechanical arms set to capture it during landing.

SpaceX undertook a significant test flight of its massive Starship rocket on Sunday, showcasing its most ambitious launch to date, which included the objective of retrieving the returning booster using mechanical arms...

Understanding the factors causing the northern lights to illuminate skies further south than usual

A recent series of powerful solar storms has resulted in breathtaking displays of colorful auroras further south than usual, with sightings reported in areas such as Germany, the United Kingdom, New England,...

Scientists indicate that climate change significantly intensified the damaging rains and winds in Milton.

A recent analysis has revealed that human-driven climate change increased the rainfall associated with Hurricane Milton by 20 to 30% and intensified its winds by about 10%. This report follows closely on...

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Elon Musk introduces Tesla’s ‘Cybercab’ and intends to integrate self-driving technology into additional models by 2025.

Tesla revealed its highly anticipated robotaxi at a Hollywood studio event, although it has been specified that these vehicles will not be available until...

AI Reaches a Pivotal Milestone: Is the Tech Sector Essential for Its Continuation?

Geoffrey Hinton, a trailblazer in artificial intelligence, celebrated his recent Nobel Prize in Physics by driving a rented car to Google's headquarters in California....

A hurricane researcher took his last flight as NOAA scattered his ashes into the eye of Milton.

Peter Dodge, a distinguished scientist known for his extensive work in studying hurricanes, was honored in a significant way this week. Having made nearly...

Conjoined twin boys mark their first birthday following successful separation surgery.

PHILADELPHIA — Recently, twin brothers born conjoined rejoiced in celebrating their first birthday after a successful surgery to separate them. Amari and Javar Ruffin...

Conjoined twins mark their first birthday following successful separation surgery.

PHILADELPHIA — Twin brothers born conjoined have joyfully marked their first birthday following a successful surgical separation. Amari and Javar Ruffin, who hail...

Nobel Prize in Chemistry recognizes three researchers for employing AI in protein design — essential components of life.

LONDON — On Wednesday, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three prominent scientists for their groundbreaking methods in decoding and even designing...

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to three researchers for utilizing AI in protein design, the fundamental components of life.

LONDON — On Wednesday, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three prominent scientists for their groundbreaking techniques in decoding and designing proteins,...

Intense solar storm may further challenge power systems as the US faces consecutive major hurricanes.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A significant solar storm is on its way to Earth, and this event may increase the strain on power grids...

Factors Contributing to the Intensity and Uniqueness of Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton has emerged as a formidable force, raising alarms among meteorologists due to its unprecedented rapid intensification. This storm escalated from a...

Researchers reconstruct the head of an ancient 9-foot-long insect.

WASHINGTON — The discovery of an ancient, colossal arthropod—reaching lengths of nearly 9 feet and weighing over 100 pounds—has sparked curiosity about its appearance,...

Scientists link climate change to intensified rain and winds from Helene, predicting similar effects for Milton.

Human-induced climate change has significantly impacted Hurricane Helene, increasing its rainfall by approximately 10% and its wind speed by around 11%, according to recent...

An unusual comet lights up the October night sky

NEW YORK — Get ready to catch a glimpse of an exceptional, bright comet approaching Earth. This celestial body is hurtling toward us from...

A space probe is en route to a benign asteroid previously targeted by NASA in an Earth defense experiment.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A spacecraft launched on Monday to delve into the aftermath of a cosmic collision. The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft...

Beginning with the Nobel Prize in Medicine, a week of award announcements commences.

The Nobel Prize announcements are set to begin with the Medicine Prize on Monday, as the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm gears up to unveil...

Solar flares may cause faint auroras across top of Northern Hemisphere

NEW YORK (AP) — Solar storms may cause faint northern...

Google’s search engine’s latest AI injection will answer voiced questions about video and photos

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google is injecting its search engine...

Dockworkers join other unions in trying to fend off automation, or minimize the impact

NEW YORK (AP) — The massive port workers' strike that...

Hurricanes like Helene are deadly when they strike and keep killing for years to come

Hurricanes in the United States end up hundreds of times...

Montana man gets 6 months in prison for cloning giant sheep and breeding it

GREAT FALLS, Mont. (AP) — An 81-year-old Montana man was...

Stuck NASA astronauts welcome SpaceX capsule that’ll bring them home next year

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The two astronauts stuck at...

California governor vetoes bill to create first-in-nation AI safety measures

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a...

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