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Sunbird: A Fusion-Powered Rocket to Revolutionize Space Travel

2025-04-06

Sunbird: A Fusion-Powered Rocket to Revolutionize Space Travel

Pulsar Fusion, a UK-based startup, is developing Sunbird, a space rocket designed to revolutionize space travel using nuclear fusion. The rocket will rendezvous with spacecraft in orbit, attaching and propelling them to speeds exceeding 800,000 kilometers per hour using fusion thrust. While terrestrial fusion power generation faces significant hurdles, using it for propulsion simplifies the challenge – only a sufficient plasma thrust is needed. Aimed for a 2027 in-orbit fusion test, Sunbird could halve Mars travel times and dramatically improve deep-space exploration efficiency.

(www.cnn.com)

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SpaceX's Fram2 Mission: A Polar Orbit First and West Coast Splashdown

2025-04-04

SpaceX's Fram2 Mission: A Polar Orbit First and West Coast Splashdown

SpaceX's Fram2 mission concluded successfully with a splashdown off the California coast, marking the company's first West Coast landing for a crewed mission. The mission, privately funded by cryptocurrency billionaire Chun Wang, sent four passengers into a unique polar orbit, allowing for the first human observations of the Earth's poles from such a vantage point. While the crew experienced space motion sickness, they also conducted various research experiments, including capturing images of auroras and collecting health data. The mission highlights the growing potential of private spaceflight for scientific research and exploration, paving the way for future long-duration space missions and offering valuable insights into human adaptation in space.

(www.cnn.com)

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Kansas Statehouse Black Mass Attempt Leads to Scuffle and Arrests

2025-03-30

Kansas Statehouse Black Mass Attempt Leads to Scuffle and Arrests

A planned Black Mass by a small group of self-described satanists at the Kansas Statehouse resulted in a scuffle and multiple arrests. The group's leader, Michael Stewart, was arrested along with three others after attempting to perform the ceremony. Hundreds of Christian counter-protesters gathered, leading to verbal clashes. Governor Kelly had temporarily banned protests inside the building. The incident sparked debate about free speech, religious freedom, and accusations of favoritism towards Christian groups by the state government.

(www.cnn.com)

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BYD: The Chinese EV Giant Surpassing Tesla

2025-03-30

BYD: The Chinese EV Giant Surpassing Tesla

BYD, a Shenzhen-based company, has overtaken Tesla to become the world's top-selling electric vehicle maker. Its continuous innovation, such as a revolutionary 5-minute charging technology adding 250 miles of range and its advanced driver-assistance system, "God's Eye," rivaling Tesla's Full Self-Driving, showcases its formidable technological prowess. Leveraging price advantages and dominance in the Chinese market, BYD is aggressively expanding globally, challenging Tesla's global leadership. However, its overseas expansion isn't without hurdles.

(www.cnn.com)

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Microlightning: A New Spark in the Origin of Life Debate

2025-03-30

Microlightning: A New Spark in the Origin of Life Debate

New research published in Science Advances suggests that microlightning within water droplets may have played a crucial role in the formation of Earth's earliest organic molecules. Building on the famous Miller-Urey experiment, scientists found that electrical discharges between oppositely charged water droplets can produce amino acids, the fundamental building blocks of life. This process, potentially more frequent than lightning on early Earth, could have provided an abundant source of life's precursors. This challenges existing theories suggesting life originated from hydrothermal vents or arrived via asteroids, offering a compelling new perspective on the origin of life.

(www.cnn.com)

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Apple's Cautious AI Approach: Is Slow and Steady Winning the Race?

2025-03-29

Apple's Cautious AI Approach: Is Slow and Steady Winning the Race?

Apple's slow rollout of AI features has drawn criticism. The article argues that not Apple, but AI itself is the laggard. Apple's focus on user experience and data security prevents it from releasing buggy AI features. Instead of rushing out flawed products, Apple prioritizes a cautious approach, waiting for the technology to mature. While investors crave a 'super cycle,' forcing immature AI into products could backfire, harming user experience and brand trust.

(www.cnn.com)

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Germany's Zeitenwende: A Military Resurgence?

2025-03-23

Germany's Zeitenwende: A Military Resurgence?

The war in Ukraine has spurred Germany's Zeitenwende, a significant shift towards increased defense spending. Facing challenges like budget shortfalls, an aging military, and outdated infrastructure, Germany is striving to rebuild its Bundeswehr, aiming to meet NATO's 2% defense spending target and bolster troop numbers. Newly elected Chancellor Merz is committed to accelerating this process, but overcoming internal resistance and achieving the ambitious goals remains to be seen.

(www.cnn.com)

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Heathrow Airport Shutdown: Massive Power Outage Causes Chaos

2025-03-21

Heathrow Airport Shutdown: Massive Power Outage Causes Chaos

A major fire at an electrical substation near London's Heathrow Airport caused a complete power outage, shutting down the airport for the entire day. Thousands of flights were diverted or turned back, impacting tens of thousands of passengers. The fire also left over 16,000 homes without power. The incident highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure and raises questions about backup power systems. Affected passengers shared stories of disrupted travel plans, including missed weddings and delayed visits to sick family members.

(www.cnn.com)

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Tesla Recalls 46,096 Cybertrucks Over Detachable Panel

2025-03-20

Tesla Recalls 46,096 Cybertrucks Over Detachable Panel

Reuters reports that Tesla is recalling 46,096 Cybertruck electric pickup trucks in the U.S. due to a risk of detachment of an exterior stainless-steel trim panel, posing a road hazard. This is one of several recalls for the Cybertruck since last year. Tesla will replace the affected part free of charge. While Tesla accounts for a significant portion of U.S. vehicle recalls, many issues are resolved with over-the-air software updates. Shares remained largely unchanged in premarket trading.

(www.cnn.com)

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NASA Astronauts Safely Return After Unexpectedly Extended Space Mission

2025-03-18

NASA Astronauts Safely Return After Unexpectedly Extended Space Mission

NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, whose planned short space mission stretched to over nine months due to a Boeing Starliner malfunction, have safely returned to Earth. They landed with two other astronauts aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule after an extended stay aboard the International Space Station. The situation garnered significant attention, with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk claiming he offered a plan to return Williams and Wilmore sooner, but it was rejected. NASA denies receiving such a proposal. Despite speculation of the astronauts being 'abandoned', NASA maintains the decision was made to save costs and ensure continuous staffing of the space station. The astronauts themselves stated they were prepared for the extended mission and utilized the time for research and station maintenance.

(www.cnn.com)

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Cuba Suffers Nationwide Blackout After Grid Collapse

2025-03-15

Cuba Suffers Nationwide Blackout After Grid Collapse

A nationwide power outage plunged Cuba into darkness Friday night after its power grid collapsed. The failure, originating at the Diezmero substation, caused a significant loss of generation in western Cuba and crippled the national electric system. While efforts are underway to restore power, with some localized systems already back online, the full restoration timeline remains unclear. This latest outage adds to a string of power failures plaguing the island, highlighting issues with aging infrastructure, natural disasters, and economic turmoil. The government cites US sanctions, while critics point to a lack of domestic investment. The widespread blackout has caused significant disruption for Cubans, many of whom rely on electricity for cooking and refrigeration.

(www.cnn.com)

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World's Longest Immersed Tunnel: Linking Denmark and Germany

2025-03-10

World's Longest Immersed Tunnel: Linking Denmark and Germany

Denmark and Germany are building the world's longest immersed tunnel, the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link, set to open in 2029. This 18-kilometer tunnel will more than halve travel times between the two countries and become the world's longest combined road and rail tunnel. The €7 billion+ project uses 89 massive prefabricated concrete sections, each weighing 73,000 tons. Despite some environmental concerns, the project is expected to bring significant economic and environmental benefits, boosting freight and passenger traffic, and reducing carbon emissions.

(www.cnn.com)

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Secret Passages Unearthed Beneath Milan's Sforza Castle: A Da Vinci Connection?

2025-03-09

Secret Passages Unearthed Beneath Milan's Sforza Castle: A Da Vinci Connection?

Scientists have discovered a hidden network of underground passages beneath Milan's Sforza Castle using non-destructive methods like ground-penetrating radar and laser scanning. The tunnels, hinted at in a Leonardo da Vinci sketch from around 1495 and historical records, likely served as escape routes or defense mechanisms for soldiers. This discovery underscores Da Vinci's military engineering prowess and highlights the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Further investigation revealed additional tunnels and underground chambers, one possibly leading to the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, potentially built by the Duke of Milan to access his late wife's tomb. Despite significant historical damage, the castle's subsurface structures retain a wealth of historical information, reminding us that history is often hidden in plain sight.

(www.cnn.com)

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Moon Lander Athena's Mission Cut Short After One Day

2025-03-08

Moon Lander Athena's Mission Cut Short After One Day

Intuitive Machines' Athena lunar lander, tasked with a historic water-hunting mission to the moon's south pole, powered down after just one day on the lunar surface. Despite landing successfully, its tilted position and extreme cold prevented solar panel recharging. While the mission fell short of its full objectives, the PRIME-1 drill partially functioned, and valuable data and images were collected. The landing marked the southernmost lunar surface operation ever. NASA, while disappointed, remains committed to supporting commercial lunar exploration efforts.

(www.cnn.com)

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Chaos in Federal Offices After Trump's Mandatory Return-to-Office Order

2025-03-04

Chaos in Federal Offices After Trump's Mandatory Return-to-Office Order

Millions of federal workers were forced back to offices by the Trump administration, leading to widespread chaos. Many offices lacked basic amenities like Wi-Fi and electricity, with some even reporting hazardous conditions like exposed wires, resulting in employee injuries. Lease cancellations left some employees without office space. This move, seen as part of Trump's broader effort to shrink the federal government and pressure employees, has been met with strong union pushback and legal challenges.

(www.cnn.com)

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Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Breaks the Sound Barrier Silently

2025-03-04

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Breaks the Sound Barrier Silently

Boom Supersonic's experimental supersonic jet, XB-1, successfully broke the sound barrier on its second flight, capturing stunning Schlieren photography of the shockwaves. Remarkably, the flight produced no audible sonic boom, a major breakthrough for the return of commercial supersonic travel. The XB-1 paves the way for Overture, Boom's planned commercial supersonic airliner, which boasts numerous pre-orders and aims to revolutionize air travel with faster, more efficient coast-to-coast flights by the end of the decade.

(www.cnn.com)

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Firefly's Rocket Expertise Fuels Deep-Sea Probe

2025-03-02

Firefly's Rocket Expertise Fuels Deep-Sea Probe

Firefly, initially focused on rockets for launching satellites and spacecraft, has leveraged its experience building the Alpha rocket – despite some early setbacks – to design the propulsion system for its Blue Ghost deep-sea probe. CEO Jason Kim highlights the use of flight-proven attitude control thrusters from the Alpha rocket and in-house developed reaction control thrusters, reducing risk and capitalizing on existing expertise. Firefly's Texas facility, where rocket engine tests are conducted alongside a cow pasture, has expanded significantly. While thrusters were built on-site, the main engine for Blue Ghost was sourced from a supplier.

(www.cnn.com)

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Firefly Aerospace's Moon Shot: A Private Sector Gamble

2025-03-02

Firefly Aerospace's Moon Shot: A Private Sector Gamble

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander is poised to attempt a moon landing, marking another milestone in the private sector's push for lunar exploration. The mission faces significant challenges; roughly half of all lunar landing attempts have failed. However, Firefly is confident in its in-house developed propulsion systems. A successful landing will see Blue Ghost conduct scientific experiments, capture stunning high-definition images, and potentially witness the lunar horizon glow – a phenomenon last observed by Apollo astronauts. This mission is a critical step in furthering lunar exploration and paving the way for NASA's Artemis program.

(www.cnn.com)

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Massive Blackout Plunges Chile into Darkness, Emergency Declared

2025-02-26

Massive Blackout Plunges Chile into Darkness, Emergency Declared

A massive power outage plunged most of Chile into darkness on Tuesday, affecting an estimated 8 million homes and prompting President Gabriel Boric to declare a state of emergency. The outage, which hit during Chile's summer, caused widespread disruption, including internet and cell service outages, and transport network suspensions. The National Electrical Coordinator is investigating the cause of the disruption to a high-voltage transmission line from the Atacama Desert. Authorities imposed a curfew and vowed to hold electricity companies accountable for the widespread impact. While some power has been restored, full recovery is expected in the early morning hours.

(www.cnn.com)

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Nikola Files for Bankruptcy: The Electric Truck Dream Crumbles

2025-02-19

Nikola Files for Bankruptcy: The Electric Truck Dream Crumbles

Electric truck maker Nikola has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking the end of a challenging journey. The company faced persistent funding shortfalls and losses, ultimately failing to raise sufficient capital. Founder Trevor Milton was convicted of securities fraud, the company went through multiple CEO changes, sales were sluggish, and the stock price plummeted. Nikola will sell most of its assets and cease some operations by the end of March. This bankruptcy highlights the funding and market demand challenges faced by many electric vehicle companies that emerged during the pandemic.

(www.cnn.com)

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Kiplimo Shatters Half Marathon World Record

2025-02-17

Kiplimo Shatters Half Marathon World Record

Jacob Kiplimo, a 24-year-old Ugandan runner, smashed the half marathon world record in Barcelona, finishing in an astonishing 56:42. This is a 48-second improvement, the largest ever in the men's half marathon. Kiplimo attributed his success to ideal conditions and a spontaneous acceleration from the third kilometer. He averaged 22.3 km/h. He will now focus on his marathon debut at the London Marathon in April.

(www.cnn.com)

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NASA Astronauts Debunk 'Abandoned' Claims: We Were Prepared, Never Felt Stranded

2025-02-15

NASA Astronauts Debunk 'Abandoned' Claims: We Were Prepared, Never Felt Stranded

NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore refuted claims by Trump and Musk that they were abandoned at the International Space Station. They emphasized that the mission was a test flight, they were always prepared for potential delays, and never felt stranded or abandoned. Despite propulsion issues and leaks on the Starliner spacecraft delaying their return, NASA had already planned to return them via SpaceX's Crew-9 mission. Their return is now expected around March 12th, slightly ahead of schedule.

(www.cnn.com)

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Steffi Graf's Pickleball Pivot: From Tennis Legend to Competitive Newbie

2025-02-15

Steffi Graf's Pickleball Pivot: From Tennis Legend to Competitive Newbie

Twenty-five years after retiring from tennis, Steffi Graf finds herself competing in the fast-paced world of pickleball. While nerves were never an issue during her illustrious tennis career, the quick pace and unfamiliar dynamics of pickleball presented a new challenge. Graf, along with husband Andre Agassi, will be participating in the Pickleball Slam 3 in Las Vegas, vying for a $1 million prize purse. Graf highlights pickleball's accessibility and ease of learning, suggesting it complements rather than threatens tennis. Despite needing to adapt her style, Graf relishes the challenge and the chance to reignite her competitive spirit in this new arena.

(www.cnn.com)

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Giant Canyons on the Moon Formed in Under 10 Minutes: A New Study

2025-02-10

Giant Canyons on the Moon Formed in Under 10 Minutes: A New Study

New research reveals two massive canyons on the far side of the moon, near the lunar south pole, each comparable in size to the Grand Canyon. These extraordinary formations, likely created by an asteroid impact 3.8 billion years ago, formed in an astonishingly short timeframe – less than 10 minutes! The impact's energy was estimated to be 1,200 to 2,200 times greater than the energy planned for excavating a second Panama Canal. Future lunar missions, like Artemis III, will have the opportunity to explore this region and collect samples, offering insights into the moon's formation and the early solar system. The study highlights the importance of lunar research for understanding early Earth's impact history, as terrestrial records have been largely erased by geological processes.

(www.cnn.com)

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US Air Traffic Control System on the Brink: A Decades-Long Staffing Crisis

2025-02-04

US Air Traffic Control System on the Brink: A Decades-Long Staffing Crisis

The US air traffic control system is facing a decades-long staffing shortage, leading to flight delays and safety concerns. Despite increased hiring efforts, high-stress levels and a high attrition rate make filling vacancies extremely difficult. Many air traffic controllers work six 10-hour days a week, leading to burnout. This issue not only impacts controllers' well-being but also threatens flight safety, sparking discussions surrounding a recent fatal air crash. While former President Trump blamed diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, experts point to poor working conditions and a disregard for controllers' mental health as the root causes.

(www.cnn.com)

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Controversial Deal: El Salvador to House US Criminals

2025-02-04

Controversial Deal: El Salvador to House US Criminals

El Salvador has agreed to accept US deportees, including US citizens convicted of crimes, in a controversial deal announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. This unprecedented agreement has sparked outrage from human rights groups and legal experts who cite potential violations of international law and concerns over inhumane prison conditions in El Salvador. While El Salvador's President Bukele claims it will combat gang violence and ensure the sustainability of his prison system, the deal's legality and humanity remain highly questionable.

(www.cnn.com)

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SpaceX Starship Debris Rains Down on Turks and Caicos

2025-02-01

SpaceX Starship Debris Rains Down on Turks and Caicos

The upper stage of a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded over the Atlantic Ocean near Turks and Caicos after its seventh test flight, scattering debris across the islands. While no injuries were reported, residents discovered wreckage near homes and on beaches, prompting concerns about safety and environmental impact. SpaceX's rapid iterative development strategy and its response to the incident have drawn criticism, with locals demanding cleanup and environmental assessment. The event highlights the potential risks of large rocket launches near populated areas.

(www.cnn.com)

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