NASA astronaut Nichole “Vapor” Ayers has shared a stunning photo of a Transient Luminous Event (TLE) above a thunderstorm over Mexico, sparking debate about whether it’s a sprite or a gigantic jet. The image was captured while Ayers was orbiting 250 miles above Earth on the International Space Station. Sprites are a type of TLE … Read more
Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill,” has died at the age of 67. The cause of death was cardiac arrest, according to officials. Tributes have been pouring in from his family and colleagues, with his 19-year-old son Luke sharing a heartfelt message on Instagram. Luke described his father … Read more
The US job market presented a robust picture for the second consecutive month, with a historically low unemployment rate and significant job gains. However, closer analysis reveals blemishes that could mar the outlook. President Donald Trump’s economic policies appear to be a common thread behind several concerns. The June jobs report beat expectations with 147,000 … Read more
Ford CEO Jim Farley has sounded the alarm about artificial intelligence (AI) replacing half of white-collar jobs. Speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival, Farley emphasized the importance of skilled trades as tech hiring slows down. He cited his own family’s experience with menial labor and noted that the American education system prioritizes four-year degrees over … Read more
NASA’s Lucy spacecraft has successfully captured high-resolution images of main-belt asteroid Donaldjohanson, providing scientists with invaluable data ahead of its primary mission. The encounter served as a critical “dress rehearsal” for the upcoming encounters with Jupiter Trojan asteroids. Lucy is now on a journey through the asteroid belt at speeds exceeding 30,000 mph (50,000 km … Read more
Russia launched its largest air barrage yet in Ukraine, targeting major cities including Kyiv, just hours after a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The attack, which included exploding drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles, left the Ukrainian capital shrouded in smoke from fires. Residential buildings were damaged in … Read more
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Tech Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) made a strong showing in June, with five offerings in the US, up from a monthly average of two since January, according to data from CB Insights. The increase is welcome news for Silicon Valley venture capital firms, which have been waiting for this moment for over three years. The … Read more
Browser automation tools have been a growing concern for website owners, who are taking measures to prevent unauthorized access. When a browser is used to automate tasks on a website, it may trigger security systems that detect and deny access. This can happen when JavaScript is disabled or blocked by an ad blocker, or if … Read more
A beloved burger-and-malt spot in Dinkytown, Annie’s Parlour, has closed its doors after 50 years of serving University of Minnesota students. The family-owned business, a staple of the Minneapolis restaurant scene since 1974, cited financial struggles as the reason for its closure. Annie’s Parlour had previously taken a four-year hiatus from 2020 to 2024 due … Read more