China has successfully launched an uncrewed Shenzhou-22 vehicle and docked it to its Tiangong space station, providing a potential rescue craft for three astronauts stranded due to “tiny cracks” in their return capsule’s window. The crew had to switch to the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft after discovering damage from a suspected space debris strike. China’s progress in … Read more
Wisdom is not something you learn in a classroom or textbook. It’s something you absorb through actions, stories, questions, and quiet presence. One of the most important teachers I’ve found is my grandmother, who volunteers at the local food bank every Saturday. She never lectures or tells me what to do; instead, she shares stories … Read more
Don’t believe the myth that you need a powerful home lab to start self-hosting. With some simple devices and containerization, you can get started with minimal equipment. Home labs are just one aspect of your computing projects; they’re meant for experimentation and learning. Self-hosting is beginner-friendly and doesn’t require dedicated hardware, except for certain AI … Read more
Microsoft is updating its Content Security Policy (CSP) for Entra ID, a popular sign-in service. The update will block external script injection during authentication, protecting users from common threats like cross-site scripting (XSS). Starting mid-to-late October 2026, only scripts from trusted Microsoft domains will run on the sign-in page. This change aims to strengthen security … Read more
Californians are struggling to make ends meet due to the state’s high living costs. Recent studies have found that buying a home is astronomically expensive, with mid-tier homes costing over twice as much as in other states. Monthly payments for such homes run about $5,500, and qualifying for a mortgage requires an annual income of … Read more
Researchers have uncovered a groundbreaking hydrothermal field off the coast of Papua New Guinea, characterized by an unusual duality. Located 1,300 meters deep, this site features hot hydrothermal fluids rising from beneath the seafloor alongside significant methane and other hydrocarbon emissions from sediments. The discovery was made by Dr. Philipp Brandl and his team on … Read more
Researchers at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have programmed a robot, Unitree G1, to play basketball with impressive skills. The robot can dribble, take jump shots, and even pivot on one foot. A new system called “SkillMimic” is being used to teach robots how to mimic human movements to learn various basketball skills. … Read more
A recent arrest and indictment have raised questions about the past role of Alabama resident Brian Raymond, who was accused of conspiring to illegally export Nvidia chips to China. Raymond was listed as the chief technology officer (CTO) of AI company Corvex in a press release and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. However, … Read more
MagicLab, a Chinese robotics company, has released a new video showcasing its latest humanoid robot, MagicBot Z1. The robot performs impressive agility and control in various activities, including martial arts kicks, dodging an arrow with a side flip, and walking at 2.5 m/s. The MagicBot Z1 stands 1.4 meters tall and weighs 40 kg, equipped … Read more
Republican poll numbers are declining, and some see an opportunity to boost their chances by taking a drastic measure: bringing baseless charges against popular Democratic Senator Mark Kelly in Arizona’s 2026 midterms. This tactic is often employed to distract opponents and rally support. However, it may backfire, as such actions could be seen as an … Read more