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SHOOT FOR THE MOON Incredible video shows how US will mine the MOON to help humans establish new home in space

INCREDIBLE scenes show NASA testing a vehicle designed to extract vital resources that could help humans live in the lunar environment or even on Mars. Engineers at Kennedy Space Center in Florida are experimenting with RASSOR (Regolith Advanced Surface Systems Operations Robot) on a simulated lunar surface. RASSOR’s counter-rotating drums dig up simulated moon dust to extract…
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‘I’d pay thousands to get rid of email’: Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis on his real AI goal

Artificial intelligence may one day cure diseases, solve climate change, and usher in a new industrial revolution. But for now, one of AI’s leading figures has his sights set on something far more immediate: fixing email. Speaking at the SXSW London festival, Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, revealed that his team is developing a “next-generation email”…
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Elon Musk’s Starlink Nears Final Approval To Launch Satellite Internet Services In India: All Details

Starlink is close to launching satellite internet services in India after meeting regulatory and security requirements, aiming to boost rural connectivity and rival Jio and OneWeb. Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, is finally set to make its official entry into the Indian market. The company is expected to receive its long-awaited Global Mobile Personal Communication by…
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Scientists Link 8,000+ Diseases In One Giant Web

Did you know that smoking could lead to lung cancer? Or that untreated diabetes might cause blindness? This is what doctors call causal relationships between conditions. Documenting which diseases directly cause others has been a major challenge for medical researchers. Now, new international research has changed that. In the study published in Bioinformatics, researchers developed an automated…
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FIRED UP Massive solar storm could wipe out internet, phones & power grids TOMORROW as rare ‘severe’ warning issued

A RARE “severe” warning has been issued for a massive solar storm due to arrive at Earth tomorrow. The storm risks causing major disruption to internet, phone signals and power grids. The warning has been put in effect by the Space Weather Prediction Centre. It comes after a coronal mass ejection (CME) erupted from the Sun yesterday…
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Amazon’s self-driving Zoox robotaxi unit faces second software recall in a month following collision in San Francisco

Amazon’s self-driving taxi subsidiary Zoox issued its second voluntary software recall in just one month after a collision with an e-scooter pedestrian in San Francisco. In early May, a person riding an electric scooter rammed into an unoccupied Zoox robotaxi that stopped while turning to yield at an intersection. The rider sustained minor injuries after falling to…
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LI-VID All Facebook users must check their account NOW as huge perk shuts down and videos are automatically deleted

FACEBOOK users should download any precious video memories on their account now as the social network gets going with a mass purge. Earlier this year, the tech giant announced major changes for Facebook. Facebook Live recordings will no longer stay on your account forever for you to relive old memories. New rules mean Facebook Live videos only…
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Dublin’s ‘Talking Tree’ Makes Waves! A Technology Project Gives ‘Voice’ To 200-Year-Old London Plane Tree

People at the Trinity College Dublin are allegedly getting to talk to a 200-Year-Old London Plane tree- after a technology project involving environmental sensors and AI gave the tree a ‘voice’! People who had a childhood habit of befriending trees in their backyards or their schools- just so that they could have a ‘TALK’ with nature- well,…
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DRESSED UP Google fixes worst thing about online clothes shopping with 30-second phone trick – and it works on BILLIONS of products

THE pain of ordering clothes online that don’t suit you could soon be a problem of the past. Google has revealed a game-changing new trick that allows people to try on billions of garments virtually. All you need to do is upload a full length body image and the “try it on” tool will magically add the…
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Google’s unleashes ‘AI Mode’ in the next phase of its journey to change search

Google on Tuesday unleashed another wave of artificial intelligence technology to accelerate a year-long makeover of its search engine that is changing the way people get information and curtailing the flow of internet traffic to websites. The next phase outlined at Google’s annual developers conference includes releasing a new “AI mode” option in the United States. The…
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EARTH-SHATTERING CLIP Incredible never-before-filmed moment Earth’s crust RUPTURES during deadly 7.7-mag quake leaving scientists ‘gobsmacked’

THIS jaw-dropping moment is the first time ever that a rupture in the Earth’s crust caused by an earthquake was caught on film. The incredible footage, captured during a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that rocked Myanmar in March, shows the ground literally sliding along two sides of a fault line. It was caught on a surveillance camera at…
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SKY NET China begins assembling AI supercomputer in SPACE made of thousands of satellites circling Earth that talk using lasers

The network can reportedly share 30 terabytes worth of storage between them – that’s enough storage for 20,000 HD movies CHINA has reportedly begun assembling an AI supercomputer in space, which will eventually consist of 2,800 satellites in Earth’s orbit. ADA Space, based in Chengdu, sent the first 12 satellites of its mammoth network last week, Space…
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OUT OF STREAM Netflix finally shutting down old home screen on millions of TVs from TODAY as controversial new look begins rolling out

NETFLIX is set to begin rolling out a brand new app design on TVs around the world from today. The new look is the first major home screen redesign for Netflix in over a decade. This revamp was announced earlier this month, with Netflix calling the revamp an “innovative new TV experience”. Fans reacted with mixed reception,…
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What makes NASA’s spacesuit crucial for surviving in space and how it protects astronauts

The NASA Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) is a cutting-edge spacesuit designed to safeguard and assist astronauts on spacewalks. Much more than protective gear, the EMU is a portable survival system that protects astronauts from super-cold temperatures, toxic radiation, and the vacuum of space. The EMU features layers of thermal protection, a pressurized housing, and an oxygen-providing, carbon…
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GOOG-BYE! Urgent warning to all Google users as precious data is deleted from accounts in HOURS unless they act now

GOOGLE users have just hours to check their accounts or face losing some data forever. And it’s especially worthwhile if you’ve ever used Google Maps and want to remember key places visited in the past. Google Maps has a Timeline feature – previously known as Location History – which keeps a record of any you’ve been to…
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ISRO’s 101st Satellite Mission Lifts Off Successfully, But Fails To Deliver EOS-09 To Space

The mission could not be accomplished, as the launch vehicle performed normally up to the second stage, but encountered issues during the third stage. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday launched its 101st satellite, EOS-09, aboard the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C61), but the mission suffered a failure just minutes after liftoff. The rocket lifted…
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Twitter Down: Elon Musk’s X Suffers Massive Outage, Users Facing Issues With Both App And Website

Twitter Down: ​​Many users reported problems using both the app and website. X users were unable to view posts or share updates. As of now, there has been no official response from the company. X Outage: Elon Musk-owned popular social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) reportedly faced a major outage starting around 12:30 AM on…
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Sriharikota’s 101st Liftoff: ISRO’s PSLV To Launch Earth Observation Satellite On 18 May

The high-resolution radar imaging satellite, EOS-09, will monitor Earth’s surface under all weather conditions, day or night The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has rolled out its workhorse PSLV for its 101st mission from Sriharikota this week. The Earth observation satellite – EOS-09 – will be launched early morning on 18 May and is expected to enhance…
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Massive 10,00,000-Km-Long Solar Filament Erupts From Sun: Could Earth Be In Danger?

A massive 10,00,000-km-long solar filament erupted from the Sun, triggering powerful flares and CMEs. In a spectacular display of solar activity, the Sun has released a massive eruption stretching nearly 10,00,000 kilometres – about three times the distance between Earth and the Moon. The dramatic solar filament was spotted by aurora photographer Vincent Ledvina, who captured its…
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AI Tool Predicts Cancer Survival Odds Simply By Analyzing Photo Of Patient’s Face

What if a simple photo of your face could reveal how long you might live? Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence system called FaceAge that can estimate a person’s “biological age” from facial photographs, potentially revolutionizing how doctors make life-or-death treatment decisions for cancer patients. The international study, published in The Lancet Digital Health, found that cancer…
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GOOG LOOK? Google changes logo for first time in 10 years in surprise update – can you spot major difference in the new icon?

GOOGLE has updated its logo for the first time since 2015 – but only the most eagle-eyed fans might spot the difference. The tech giant’s iconic ‘G’ icon is seen by hundreds of millions of people every day, but can you tell how it’s changed? Google’s logos have changed several times since the search engine launched back…
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750 Million People May Live Near Water Laced With Antibiotics

Right now, roughly 8,500 tons of antibiotic residues are washing through the global river system annually, with over 3,300 tons ultimately reaching oceans and lakes. This discovery comes from a new study from McGill University that examined how antibiotics from human consumption alone, not including veterinary or industrial sources, are contaminating waterways worldwide. The study, published in…
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Experts Alarmed After Some ChatGPT Users Experience Bizarre Delusions: “Feels Like Black Mirror”

Reddit users are sharing alarming stories of loved ones developing delusions after interacting with the AI. Openai’s technology may be causing some users to experience a disturbing phenomenon dubbed “Chatgpt-induced psychosis.” According to a report from Rolling Stone, Reddit users are sharing alarming stories of loved ones developing delusions after interacting with the AI. These cases involve users…
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The world’s thinnest book-style foldable powered by AI intelligence

In the fast-evolving world of smartphone innovation, OPPO is leading the charge with the OPPO Find N5 — the world’s thinnest book-style foldable. With an ultra-slim profile of just 8.93mm, the model rivals the sleekness of many standard bar-type smartphones. “This engineering feat reflects OPPO’s user-first design philosophy, which focuses on addressing real-world pain points,” said Mr…
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How ‘magic mushrooms’ could help Parkinson’s disease patients

Psilocybin, a natural compound found in certain mushrooms, has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety. UC San Francisco researchers wanted to know if it could be used to help Parkinson’s patients who often experience debilitating mood dysfunction in addition to their motor symptoms and don’t respond well to antidepressants or other medications. The results were surprising.…
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Indian Astronaut To Script History: Shubhanshu Shukla Set To Travel To International Space Station On Axiom-4 Mission

Axiom Space will launch its fourth mission to the International Space Station, carrying Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and three others, from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on May 29. The announcement was made by the Axiom Space at a virtual press conference on Tuesday. Shukla’s travel to space comes four decades after Rakesh Sharma’s…
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Truecaller’s New Scamfeed Feature Helps Users Spot And Report Scams In Real Time: How It Works

Truecaller’s new Scamfeed feature lets users report and discuss scams in real-time, helping the community stay alert, share experiences, and prevent online fraud together. Truecaller has introduced a new feature called Scamfeed, which is aimed at helping users stay one step ahead of scammers. Now live in India, Scamfeed works like a real-time alert system built into…
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ChatGPT Alerts Woman About Cancer After Doctors Miss Warning Signs: ‘It Saved My Life’

A woman credits ChatGPT for helping detect her hidden thyroid cancer after doctors misdiagnosed her symptoms, leading to early treatment and ultimately saving her life. A 40-year-old woman from North Carolina is crediting ChatGPT for saving her life after the AI platform helped detect her hidden thyroid cancer. Lauren Bannon, who divides her time between North Carolina…
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First Image From Upgraded Solar Telescope Shows Sun Like Never Before

After years of development, researchers at the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii have fired up their newest tool, the Visible Tunable Filter (VTF), and captured its first images of our sun. This breakthrough gives scientists an unprecedented look at the invisible forces that drive dangerous solar eruptions. “When powerful solar storms hit Earth, they impact…
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Why Our Belly Blows Up In Middle Age: Newly-Discovered Fat Cells To Blame

That stubborn belly fat that appears in your 40s isn’t just from diet or lack of exercise. Scientists have uncovered a biological process that explains why waistlines expand in middle age, even when lifestyle habits remain consistent. Research published in Science reveals a previously unknown type of fat cell that emerges specifically during middle age, driving rapid…
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Game-Changing ‘Patients-On-A-Chip’ Tech Exposes Drugs That Secretly Harm The Brain

Most of us take medications assuming they’ll help without harm. We rarely stop to consider what happens after a pill dissolves — or how our own liver might unintentionally turn a safe drug into something dangerous, especially for our brain. Now, scientists at Quris Technologies have uncovered evidence that some drugs become significantly more harmful to brain…
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ChatGPT Rival Grok AI Can Now See And Speak: Elon Musk Says ‘It Is Awesome’

Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, has introduced significant enhancements to its Grok chatbot, advancing its capabilities for real-time interactions. Grok now features a Vision capability that allows it to recognise and analyse real-world objects using a phone’s camera, providing instant information. In a major leap forward for real-time AI interaction, Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has rolled…
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GOOG GOD! Google to blur photos if it spots nudity – and it’s being switched on for millions of phone owners by default

Find out how to switch it on with your phone below GOOGLE is rolling out a new messaging tool to detect unwanted nude photos and block them from view. The tech giant first revealed the enhanced safety feature last year but it’s finally started to appear on phones this month. It will work within the Google Messages…
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s Emails Reveal Fears Of Instagram Hurting Facebook’s Future

Recent revelations in the antitrust case against Meta involve internal emails from CEO Mark Zuckerberg, highlighting his fears regarding Instagram’s impact on Facebook’s growth. In a major twist in the ongoing antitrust case against Meta, internal emails from CEO Mark Zuckerberg have come to light, revealing his concerns that Instagram’s rise could seriously damage Facebook’s growth. The…
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First-Ever ‘Black Hole Triple’ Formed Quietly Without a Massive Explosion

For decades, astronomers believed all compact objects like neutron stars and black holes received violent “natal kicks” during their formation. That theory just suffered a fatal blow thanks to an unassuming star quietly orbiting the famous black hole V404 Cygni, a star that simply shouldn’t be there if conventional wisdom about black hole formation were correct. V404…
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Milky Way Twin Discovered in the Infant Universe — But It Shouldn’t Even Exist

A remarkable discovery is forcing astronomers to rethink fundamental theories about how quickly galaxies evolved in the early universe. Scientists have spotted what appears to be a fully-formed spiral galaxy, similar to our Milky Way, from just 1 billion years after the Big Bang. Named Zhúlóng (meaning “Torch Dragon” in Chinese mythology), this ancient galactic structure bears…
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Why Has Google Taken Down 2.9 Million Ad Accounts In India?

Google has taken significant actions against advertisers in India for policy violations, suspending nearly 2.9 million accounts and taking down 247.4 million ads. Over 2.9 million advertiser accounts were taken down in India due to policy violations in 2024, Alphabet’s Google announced on Wednesday. The crackdown involved nearly 247.4 million ads in India and over 5.1 billion…
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ET PHONES HOME! Best-ever sign of ALIENS found as scientists say they are ‘99.7% sure’ & believe planet could be ‘teeming’ with life

ALIENS might be lurking on a far-off ocean planet in an “astounding” discovery, Britain’s brainiest scientists have told The Sun. Top alien-hunting astronomers at the University of Cambridge say they’re now 99.7% confident they’ve spotted the best-ever-seen signal of biological activity – and say the planet may be “teeming with life”. It’s taking place on a distant…
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SECRET TUNNELS Nasa reveals mysterious hole on Mars where aliens could be lurking & it might be a ‘portal to huge underground caves’

Without boots or machinery on the ground, it’s hard to tell what is a cave entrance, and what is simply a hole A MYSTERIOUS hole on Mars could be harbouring alien life in an extensive network of underground tunnels, according to Nasa. From orbit, scientists have captured a deep pit on the Red Planet that looks like…
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Social media giant Meta could be forced to sell off Instagram and WhatsApp as a legal battle begins in the US. Owned by billionaire Mark Zuckerberg, the tech business which also owns Facebook bought Instagram in 2012 and WhatsApp in 2014. An antitrust lawsuit from the US government now alleges that the firm made these transactions to eliminate competition and create a social media monopoly. Although both acquisitions were approved by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at the time, the competition watchdog has continued to monitor the outcomes. If it wins the case it could force Meta to sell off both Instagram and WhatsApp.

Social media giant Meta could be forced to sell off Instagram and WhatsApp as a legal battle begins in the US. Owned by billionaire Mark Zuckerberg, the tech business which also owns Facebook bought Instagram in 2012 and WhatsApp in 2014. An antitrust lawsuit from the US government now alleges that the firm made these transactions to…
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WhatsApp Warning For Indian Users! Hackers Can Now Steal Your Personal Data, Govt Issues Alert: Steps To Stay Safe

This issue affects people who use WhatsApp on their computers (Desktop version). The government has warned that there is a high risk that hackers could steal personal data. India’s cybersecurity agency CERT-In (Computer Emergency Response Team) has issued a high-severity security alert for WhatsApp Desktop users. In a recent advisory, the agency warned that this vulnerability could…
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Chew On This: Scientists Create Gum That Traps Herpes, Flu Viruses

The battle against common viral infections might soon include an unexpected weapon: chewing gum. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have created a specialized gum that could trap and neutralize herpes and influenza viruses before they spread or cause infection. This innovative approach targets viruses right where they often begin their journey, in the mouth. According to…
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Can ChatGPT Write Better Love Stories Than Humans?

Robots are getting better at telling stories, but they still don’t understand what makes us cry. New research comparing human and AI storytelling reveals that while machines write more gender-progressive narratives than people do, they can’t match our ability to explore grief, loneliness, or obsession. A new study from UC Berkeley shows that computers can mimic our…
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Google Sued For Gender Discrimination As Former Employee Alleges Bias Against Male Workers: Here’s What Happened

A former Google employee has taken legal action against the tech giant, accusing the company of discriminating against male workers. Marco Meier, who spent nearly 13 years with Google’s ads team, filed a lawsuit alleging that a senior executive created a biased work environment that favoured women. The lawsuit claims men were systematically excluded from promotions, meetings,…
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E.U. Prepares Major Penalties Against Elon Musk’s X

  European Union regulators are preparing major penalties against Elon Musk’s social media platform X for breaking a landmark law to combat illicit content and disinformation, said four people with knowledge of the plans, a move that is likely to ratchet up tensions with the United States by targeting one of President Trump’s closest advisers. The penalties are set…
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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s Ax-4 Mission to be Launched on This Date for Space Station

The Axiom Mission 4, or Ax-4, crew will launch aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station. The Axiom Mission-4 crew, NASA said, will board a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to the space station and spend up to 14 days at the orbiting laboratory. New Delhi: Indian Airforce Officer and ISRO astronaut Shubanshu Shukla will fly…
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Scientists Look to Lab-Grown Human Bodies Called Bodyoids for Drug Testing, Meat

Whether farmed for meat or used as subjects in medical research, animals are deeply sentient beings, whose suffering remains an ever-looming ethical frontier. Besides, breakthroughs in lab testing don’t always carry over to humans. Scientists have proposed a radical dual solution: artificially-grown human bodies incapable of feeling pain. Stem-cell researchers at Stanford University last week published an…
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Google’s Delayed Response To Chrome Security Flaw Put Millions In Danger: How To Fix The Bug

A major security flaw in Google Chrome browser has put media outlets, government agencies, and educational institutions at risk of cyberattacks. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-2783, was discovered by Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT). It allowed attackers to bypass Chrome’s security protections without user interaction after clicking a malicious link. How Hackers Exploited the Flaw…
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OpenAI CEO Responds to ChatGPT Users Creating Studio Ghibli-Style AI Images

The latest version of OpenAI’s image generation technology has resulted in a flood of users sharing images on social media that have been transformed in the style of Studio Ghibli, the legendary Japanese animation studio. On Tuesday, OpenAI launched what it called its “most advanced image generator yet,” built into GPT‑4o. That features a “natively multimodal model…
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OpenAI, Meta in talks with Reliance for AI partnerships: Report

A possibility being discussed involved a relationship between Reliance Jio and OpenAI to distribute ChatGPT, according to The Information, which cited two sources familiar with the matter. A possibility being discussed involved a relationship between Reliance Jio and OpenAI to distribute ChatGPT, according to The Information, which cited two sources familiar with the matter.A possibility being discussed…
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Finding water-ice on Moon: Chandrayaan-3 unlocks some ‘hot’ secrets

Chandrayaan-3’s Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE) achieved unprecedented in-situ temperature measurements at the Moon’s south pole, revealing higher than expected surface temperatures. These findings are crucial for understanding lunar thermophysics and potential water-ice deposits, which are essential for human habitat and exploration. The research, bridging critical knowledge gaps, was published in Nature Communications Earth & Environment. The…
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Sunita Williams returns: Donald Trump unaware of NASA astronauts’ overtime issue, says ‘will pay from own pocket’

President Donald Trump on Friday said he was unaware that NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore had not received overtime pay for their unexpectedly extended stay at the International Space Station (ISS). Donald Trump hinted that he might cover the overtime costs for the astronauts, who recently returned from space after staying on the ISS for…
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GM to use Nvidia AI chips, software to automate vehicles, factories

General Motors (GM.N), will use artificial intelligence chips and software from Nvidia (NVDA.O), to develop autonomous vehicle technology for its vehicles and improve workflow at its factories, the companies said on Tuesday. Traditional automakers have struggled to commercialize autonomous technology that has been more challenging and expensive than expected but has emerged as a way to boost…
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Blue Ghost captures breathtaking ‘diamond ring’ effect on the Moon | See photo

The image was taken in Mare Crisium, a vast lunar basin in the Moon’s northern hemisphere. Texas-based private aerospace firm Firefly Aerospace has unveiled a stunning image from the Moon’s surface, captured by its Blue Ghost lunar lander. The image showcases the rare ‘diamond ring’ effect—a celestial phenomenon created when sunlight streams through lunar valleys during an…
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Google And Meta Play The Blame Game While Kids’ Online Safety Remains At Risk

Google and Meta are clashing over kids’ online safety, blaming each other while evading responsibility. The ongoing battle between Google and Meta over kids’ online safety has intensified, with both companies accusing each other of evading responsibility. Google recently called out Meta and other social media platforms for backing laws that shift the burden of age verification…
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Rocket with replacement crew for NASA astronauts stranded for nine months finally launches

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully lifted off from Florida on Friday with four crew on board. It means Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams can finally come home after their eight-day mission was extended to nine months because of technical problems. A long-awaited rocket with a replacement crew for two stranded NASA astronauts has finally launched to…
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AI Makes You Lazy and Stupid—If You Let It

Look, we all know AI has both its advantages (e.g. offering convenient assistance, quick content, and sometimes reliable information) and disadvantages (e.g. stealing our jobs and potentially replacing humans altogether, but I digress). However, one facet of AI that many people overlook is its impact on our cognitive abilities. A recent paper from researchers at Microsoft and…
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How Nagarro Is Shaping The Future Of AI With Ethical Innovation

Artificial intelligence (AI) has undergone a massive transformation over the past decade, evolving from narrow applications in machine vision and predictive modelling to the more complex and versatile world of generative AI (GenAI). The recent popularity of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and the emergence of similar GenAI models since then, has made this space more competitive. Leading this shift…
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New bionic hand comes closest yet to mimicking human touch

When someone loses a hand, today’s prosthetic options force painful compromises. Rigid prosthetics offer strength but can’t handle delicate objects gently. Soft robotic alternatives provide gentleness but lack gripping power. And neither option lets users actually feel what they’re touching. A breakthrough from Johns Hopkins University researchers aims to finally solve these problems. In a newly published…
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Here’s what happens to your body during an Instagram session (and after)

We’ve all been there. You’re in a meeting, your phone buzzes with an Instagram notification, and suddenly your fingers itch to check it. But what’s actually happening inside your body during that moment of craving? A new study from Durham University has finally mapped the physiological rollercoaster we experience during those quick Instagram checks—and more importantly, what…
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Could this new magnetic state power the future of AI and big data?

Computers are hungry beasts. They devour vast amounts of power, especially when writing data to memory—a process that traditionally uses electric currents and generates wasteful heat. But what if we could control magnetic information storage with voltage instead? This approach is gaining traction as researchers seek more energy-efficient computing solutions for our data-hungry world. In a paper…
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US private spacecraft lands on moon

A US private spacecraft achieved its first-ever uncrewed lunar landing on Sunday, marking the second commercial moon landing. Firefly Aerospace’s lunar lander Blue Ghost touched down near an ancient volcanic vent on Mare Crisium, a large basin in the northeast corner of the moon’s Earth-facing side. “We’re on the moon,” Mission Control reported, adding the lander was…
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