NASA has begun work on a new dish, Deep Space Station 33, to support distant spacecraft communications at its Canberra facility in Australia. The new antenna will be the fifth radio antenna for Canberra and will help transmit information between scientists on Earth and spacecraft beyond. The facility is strategically located around the globe to … Read more
US small businesses are facing growing uncertainty as President Donald Trump’s tariffs take effect, with the administration scaling back resources meant to help them. The Small Business Administration plans to eliminate 43% of its employees and cut staff at lending and assistance programs at the Treasury and Commerce Departments. Critics say this will remove vital … Read more
A recent snapshot from the European Space Agency’s Mars Express mission has provided new insights into the Red Planet’s dynamic landscape. The image shows the Acheron Fossae region, a vast area between two giant volcanoes, Olympus Mons and Alba Mons. This region is characterized by grabens, rock glaciers, and other geological features that reveal Mars’ … Read more
A volatile bond market sent shockwaves through the US financial system on April 9th, prompting fears of a potential crisis. The yield on ten-year Treasury bonds surged to 4.5%, marking a sudden shift from the previous day’s 3.9%. This rapid increase led to a significant drop in bond prices, leaving investors and policymakers on edge. … Read more
Samsung has started rolling out One UI 7, a new software update that includes Android 15, to select phones. The rollout began on April 7 and is expected to reach the US on April 10, although other countries may face delays. The update is available on flagship models released in 2024, including the Galaxy S24 … Read more
The Trump administration is demanding direct talks with Iran, warning that failure to negotiate would mean “nothing.” This stance has raised concerns about the potential for military action, but analysts believe a breakthrough is possible. The negotiations’ success depends on finding common ground between the US and Iranian positions. In his latest column, David Marusic … Read more
A Yale philosophy professor is leaving the US for a Canadian university amid concerns over the Trump administration’s security reforms, which threaten funding for elite institutions. Jason Stanley says his children and desire to send a warning to Americans drove his decision. Despite this, many Americans may face hurdles in moving north, including complex immigration … Read more
Jillian Shriner, the 51-year-old wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after allegedly pointing a handgun at police during a manhunt in Los Angeles. The incident occurred on Tuesday when three hit-and-run suspects fled to a residential area, prompting a search by authorities. Police responded to the scene, … Read more
A journalist named Hassan Eslayeh was bombed by the Israeli army outside Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, leaving him severely injured. The attack claimed that Hassan is a member of Hamas and its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. However, his colleagues argue that such claims are baseless and part of a pattern of misinformation. Hassan, … Read more
A unique astronomical event is about to take place over the D.C. region. On Sunday, April 27th, a rare and small full moon, known as the “full pink micromoon,” will be visible in the night sky. This moon is notable for its smallest angular diameter among this year’s full moons and is also at its … Read more