A new technology has been developed to fly in Earth’s mesosphere, a layer of the upper atmosphere too thin to support traditional aircraft. The devices use photophoresis, a phenomenon that generates gas flow when light shines on an object, particularly strong at low pressures like those found in the mesosphere. Physicist Benjamin Schafer and his … Read more
NASA is considering sending a rescue rocket to extend the lifespan of its Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, which is set to re-enter the Earth’s atmosphere by late 2026. The spacecraft has been experiencing faster-than-expected orbital decay due to increased atmospheric drag caused by solar activity. To address this issue, NASA has selected two American companies … Read more
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North Idaho health officials have confirmed the state’s first measles case in a resident since 2023, according to the Panhandle Health District. The case was identified as an unvaccinated child in Kootenai County. Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. Symptoms typically … Read more
The United States has been secretly installing tracking devices on high-tech Nvidia and AMD chips to prevent their diversion to China, according to insiders. This move is part of the US effort to curb illegal exports of artificial intelligence chips to the Chinese market. China’s leadership has responded by urging domestic companies to avoid using … Read more
Google’s Sundar Pichai took customer feedback to heart after John Collison, co-founder of Stripe, requested a new feature in his online post. Last month, Collison asked if Google Calendar users could duplicate events with the click of a button, like many native calendar apps. He tagged Pichai in his post. The CEO replied, “This feature … Read more
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) has successfully launched an experimental navigation satellite on its most powerful rocket yet, the Vulcan Centaur. The mission marked the first-ever US Space Force launch for the company and paves the way for future national security launches. Launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, the Vulcan Centaur rocket … Read more
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PlayStation Plus subscribers can look forward to a new batch of games being added to the Game Catalog this month. On August 19, players will be able to access a selection of titles, including Mortal Kombat 1, Marvel’s Spider-Man, and Sword of the Sea. For PS5 owners, these games bring exciting gameplay experiences, such as … Read more
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