SpaceX has successfully performed the first orbital boost for the International Space Station (ISS) using its Dragon spacecraft. The maneuver, which raised the station’s orbit by a tiny bit, marks a significant milestone in the company’s capabilities and will provide valuable data to inform the design of SpaceX’s upcoming ISS deorbit vehicle. The ISS requires … Read more
Bitcoin is nearing an unprecedented price milestone of $80,000 for the first time as investors take optimism about President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance into account. The cryptocurrency gained 4.3% to $79,771 on Sunday and remained steady around $79,000 on Monday. Smaller tokens such as Cardano and Dogecoin also saw significant gains. Digital asset traders attribute … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average has made its third major move in five years, replacing Intel with Nvidia and removing chemical company Dow Inc. This change brings a more dynamic mix to the 128-year-old index, shifting its focus from traditional blue-chip dividend stocks to industry leaders driving growth. In contrast to other major indexes like … Read more
Democracy’s greatest foe is not an external threat, but internal division. Without treatment, extreme politics can be fatal to democratic societies. In the US, this week’s presidential election has raised concerns about the country’s future and its fractured politics. History shows that polarization doesn’t disappear with new leadership. Instead, it often leads to “democratic backsliding.” … Read more
Oxford researchers have made significant progress in fusion energy research with a new experiment at an advanced lab in France. The team used a “meso-scale” gas launcher to shoot aluminum projectiles at a target containing fusion fuel, causing the reaction to start. This technique, called impact fusion, could provide a novel approach to creating sustainable … Read more
Unlocking the full potential of ChatGPT requires more than just asking straightforward questions. To get the most out of this powerful assistant, it’s essential to use specific and open-ended prompts that allow the AI to showcase its capabilities. ChatGPT is a versatile tool that can spark creativity, enhance learning, and help streamline your life. By … Read more