Samples from China mission show Moon "active" more recently than thought
The first lunar rocks brought back to Earth in decades show the Moon was volcanically active more recently than previously thought, Chinese scientists said Tuesday......»»
Nine-core M4 iPad Pro benchmarks leak, still smokes M2
A new set of alleged benchmarks for the nine-core M4 in the iPad Pro indicates that it will still provide buyers with a massive performance boost.M4 iPad ProFollowing the launch of the M4 iPad Pro models, aninitial benchmark claimed to show the M4 as.....»»
Extreme solar storms create gorgeous views of auroras across the planet
The sun has been unusually active this week, leading to stunning views of auroras across Europe and parts of the U.S. this weekend......»»
Solar storm puts on brilliant light show across the globe, but no serious problems reported
A powerful solar storm put on an amazing skyward light show across the globe overnight but has caused what appeared to be only minor disruptions to the electric power grid, communications and satellite positioning systems......»»
The ancient Egyptian goddess of the sky: How a researcher used modern astronomy to explore her link with the Milky Way
What did our ancestors think when they looked up at the night sky? All cultures ascribed special meaning to the sun and the moon, but what about the pearly band of light and shadow we call the Milky Way?.....»»
Best soundbars of 2024: a sound upgrade for your TV
Ready for the next level of movie and TV show audio? Investing in one of these soundbars will enhance your TV's sound in more ways than one......»»
Like the Netflix crime show Bodkin? Then watch these three mystery series now
The new Netflix series Bodkin is one of the best crime shows of the year, and we've picked three mystery series like it that you should stream right away......»»
How the Moon got a makeover
The Moon's former surface sank to the depths, until volcanism brought it back. Enlarge (credit: NASA Goddard/ASU) Our Moon may appear to shine peacefully in the night sky, but billions of years ago, it was given a facial.....»»
NASA wants a cheaper Mars Sample Return—Boeing proposes most expensive rocket
"To reduce mission complexity, this new concept is doing one launch." Enlarge / The Space Launch System rocket lifts off on the Artemis I mission. (credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls) NASA is looking for ways to get rock samples.....»»
Biden set to hit China EVs with tariffs, report says
The tariff rate on electric vehicles is expected to quadruple from roughly 25 percent to 100 percent, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing people familiar with the plans......»»
Cost of new UAW contract could backfire on some at Stellantis
The UAW has been outraged over multiple rounds of layoffs since ratifying a new contract with Stellantis that the workers thought would improve their lives......»»
OpenAI’s Google Killer? ChatGPT Search could launch as early as Monday
OpenAI's announcement would be the day before Google's annual I/O show. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) OpenAI is coming for the most popular website on the Internet: Google Search. Reuters reports the co.....»»
Information-entropy enabled identifying topological photonic phase in real space
Researchers led by Prof. Xiaoyong Hu at Peking University, China, are interested in topological photonics. They have proposed an interdisciplinary approach to study the topological systems through information entropy (IE) in real space......»»
Zeekr tops IPO goal to raise $441 million
The listing by EV upstart Zeekr is the biggest by a China-based company in the U.S. since Didi Global’s $4.4 billion IPO almost three years ago......»»
China"s vehicle exports hit record high in April as domestic sales fall
Facing trade threats in Europe, Chinese automakers have been actively exploring South America, Australia and ASEAN markets for exports......»»
Chemists shows hemoprotein catalysis is way more complicated than we thought
Sometimes, serendipity—or just plain luck—still plays a pivotal role in scientific discovery. Recently, a team of chemists was experimenting with using a biocatalytic process to trigger a cyclopropanation reaction, which yields intricate molecula.....»»
Study finds consistent decline in nitrogen oxides emissions from human activities in China since 2020
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) form aerosols and ozone in the atmosphere and are significant contributors to air pollution and climate change. China is the largest emitter, yet accurate and timely information on NOx emissions in China has been lacking since 2.....»»
NASA watchdog report: 100+ cracks on heat shield biggest threat to human moon mission
The damage to the Orion capsule from the Artemis I mission is already top of mind for NASA as it works to make the Artemis II mission safe for humans. But a new agency report has revealed the extent of the problem, including scores of cracks in Orion.....»»
3 TV comedies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in May
The three comedies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in May 2024 include iconic ones from past decades, like the underrated sitcom The Bernie Mac Show......»»
Scientists win World Food Prize for work on Global Seed Vault
Scientists Geoffrey Hawtin and Cary Fowler, who on Thursday received the prestigious World Food Prize for "their work to preserve the world's heritage of seeds", are on a mission......»»
Net zero plans show limited climate ambition on "residual" emissions
New research by the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals what countries think will be their most difficult to decarbonize sectors when they reach net zero, with agriculture expected to be responsible for the largest remaining emissions......»»