Mon, January 13, 2025

by: BBC

Starmer pledges to make UK a 'great AI superpower'

by: TMCnet

KBR Awarded Global Agreement by BP for Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management Services

KBR ad bp currently have a global agreement in place for engineering services, under which KBR has played a key role in projects spanning the U.S., North Sea, Iraq, Africa and Azerbaijan. This additional global agreement expands the opportunity for EPCM services and demonstrates our successful partnership and support to bp's expanding portfolio.

by: rudaw

Top Iranian universities to open branches in Iraq

Iran plans to open branches of its top-ranking universities in Iraq if administrative obstacles are resolved, Iranian higher education minister said on Monday.

by: NDTV

'PlanetVac': NASA's Vacuum Cleaner To Collect Soil Samples In Seconds

NASA is introducing a groundbreaking technology, the Lunar PlanetVac (LPV), which will change how scientists collect and study soil and rock samples on the Moon and other planets.

by: MSN

A rare look at NASA's next sharp-eyed space telescope

NASA's Roman Space Telescope is preparing for launch in 2027, with a mission to study distant galaxies and explore dark energy.

by: MSN

This 36-year-old sci-fi 'nerd' quit his banking job to start a deep space startup that has raised $24 million

"It was in banking that I finally realized why the internet sucked," says Rohit Jha, co-founder and CEO of Transcelestial.

by: MSN

Can we retrieve memories from a dead person's brain? Discover the science and challenges of memory recovery

Neuroscientists are exploring the possibility of retrieving memories from a dead person's brain, but face significant challenges due to the complex nature of memory storage. Key difficulties include identifying specific neurons tied to memories and the dynamic,

by: MSN

ChatGPT For Homework? UK Minister Says On 'One Condition'

The UK's Science Secretary Peter Kyle said the Keir Starmer-led government is okay for children to use ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) tools to do their homework. But he has a condition.

by: MSN

Five things to know about New Glenn, Blue Origin's new rocket

Blue Origin, the US space company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos in 2000, is poised for a historic first: its maiden voyage into orbital space with a brand new rocket, New Glenn. But to reuse the rocket,

by: CNN

Blue Origin's New Glenn to attempt maiden voyage

Blue Origin, the rocket company founded by Jeff Bezos in 2000, is poised to launch its first orbital rocket. Follow for the latest news.

by: timesnownews

Mark Zuckerberg Takes On Apple, Says They Are Just 'Sitting On iPhones For 20 Years'

Mark Zuckerberg further claimed that Meta's profits could double if Apple stopped enforcing its random rules., Technology & Science News - Times Now

by: NDTV

UK Tech Minister Says Children Should Be Allowed To Use ChatGPT For Homework

As per Science and Technology Secretary, Peter Kyle, the use of ChatGPT could 'turbo-charge' the minds of the children.
Sun, January 12, 2025

by: Yahoo

Ashlee Vance launches media startup Core Memory

The prolific Bloomberg tech journalist Ashlee Vance has left to start a new media company around his curious, generally optimistic inquiries into technology and science. The startup, called Core Memory,

by: BBC

PM plans to 'unleash AI' across UK to boost growth

Leading tech firms are said to have committed £14bn towards the project, which could create more than 13,000 jobs.

by: WAPT

Driver charged with DUI after crashing into building

A woman has been charged with DUI after crashing her car into a Jackson building. According to officials, the woman crashed into Genesis and Light Center on North State Street. The crash was captured on Ring camera video.

by: Wired

New Superconductive Materials Have Just Been Discovered

Three exotic new species of superconductivity were spotted last year, illustrating the myriad ways electrons can join together to form a frictionless quantum soup.

by: Yahoo

Waterville art class teaches students how to 3D print their own tools

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Cork student takes crown at BT Young Scientist awards

Tomás Markey from St. Brogan's College, Bandon, Cork won best individual for a project designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. He was presented the award for his work - titled 'PM-DAC: A system for removing CO2 from the atmosphere' - at a ceremony in Dublin on Friday evening.

by: Yahoo

How a robot cafe in Tokyo aims to empower - not replace - human workers

Inventor Kentaro Yoshifuji's robots allow people to work at the Dawn cafe from anywhere in the world - 'teleportation' technology that could open up new demographics for Japan's flatlining economy. Ad

by: Forbes

The Tragic Story Of Laika, The Soviet 'Canine Cosmonaut' Who Made Space History In 1957

On November 3rd, 1957, the Soviet Union made history by launching the first living creature into Earth's orbit: not a human, but a dog. This journey aboard the Soviet spacecraft, Sputnik 2, marked a monumental milestone in space exploration, yet it came at a profound cost.

by: Graphic

KNUST releases admission list for 2024/2025 academic year

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially released the admission list for successful applicants for the 2024/2025 academic year.

by: BBC

Kuenssberg to quiz minister Peter Kyle with UK borrowing costs in the news

Shadow chancellor Mel Stride will also be on the show amid rising long-term borrowing costs and a falling pound.

by: Indiatimes

90-hour work week: Which countries have the shortest working hours? See where India ranks globally

Global discussions highlight the work-life balance discrepancies, with countries like Vanuatu, Kiribati, and Netherlands boasting the shortest workwee

by: MSN

Laurie Anderson says artificial intelligence spells 'the end of the world'

Laurie Anderson says artificial intelligence spells 'the end of the world' - The artist and musician said you 'can impersonate anyone' with the technology.

by: MSN

India joins UN expert panel on Big Data monitoring SDGs

India has joined the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics, a key body focused on leveraging big data to monitor and report on the Sustainable Development Goals.

by: MSN

Argonne Leads Projects to Transform Microelectronics for Future Computing

Argonne researchers will explore advanced memory systems and design approaches for microelectronic devices, the building blocks of modern computing.

by: MSN

A powerful potential challenger to SpaceX's rocket dominance is poised to launch

The launch will mark Blue Origin's first foray into the business of sending rockets to orbit. If successful, it could position the company to better compete with SpaceX.

by: MSN

Russia's unjammable drones are causing chaos. A tech firm says it has a fix to help Ukraine fight back.

Fiber-optic drones are highly dangerous, as they can't be jammed with traditional electronic warfare and are difficult to detect.
Sat, January 11, 2025

by: Goodreturns

Investing In AI-Powered Adaptive Learning: What Budget 2025 Might Offer?

Addressing the inadequacies in the education sector can be greatly aided by the Union Budget 2025-2026. There are still large disparities, particularly in rural and semi-urban regions, even if the FY 2024-25 allocation of Rs 73,

by: Yahoo

TSMC's Arizona Fab 21 is already making 4nm chips

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.

by: CNET

We Saw the Future of Tech at CES: 6 Biggest Trends That Will Shape 2025

From cute (and creepy) robots to solar EVs, here's the cutting-edge technology we expect to make the biggest impact this year.

by: CNET

Next-Gen Tech Galore: Everything That Grabbed Our Eyes at CES 2025

The annual technology trade show is jam-packed with inventions and innovations. Here's everything we found notable.

by: businessday

Funerals in Detty December: The soaring cost of saying goodbye in peak season

The sound of drums and joyful songs echoed through a quiet village in Anambra State, as mourners gathered to pay their final respects

by: Forbes

Index Funds? Nope. We're Doing This For 8%+ Tech Dividends And Upside

We need to talk about tech stocks. Because, yes, there is a risk of a pullback here. But there's also a way for us to minimize that risk—and grab 8%+ dividends.

by: Forbes

U.K. Government Warns Of Sex Toy Hacking Danger

Hackers could cause harm by compromising your sex toys, the U.K. government has warned—here's what you need to know.

by: MSN

Havant MP Alan Mak calls out Labour over National Insurance tax rise costing new jobs and investment

Havant MP Alan Mak says Britain is missing out on new jobs and investment because of Labour's National Insurance tax rise.

by: Yahoo

Why Data & AI Literacy are Important Skills for K-12 Students

Every day, 402.74 trillion bytes of data are added to the internet, presenting a daunting challenge to K-12 students. The new information provides vast new troves of knowledge, but it's also a breeding ground of disinformation,

by: MSN

Tamil Nadu governor appeals to farmers to embrace organic farming

TRICHY: Tamil Nadu governor R N Ravi on Saturday appealed to farmers to embrace organic methods -- rather than utilising chemical fertilisers and pesticides -- to ensure sustainable farming practices.

by: MSN

India joins UN committee on big data for official statistics

India has become a member of the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics. This committee addresses the benefits and challenges of Big Data. India will help shape global standards and practices.

by: MSN

The Parents Letting Their Kids Talk to a Mental-Health Chatbot

Part counselor and part friend, Troodi talks with children about their worries and fears. "Sometimes I forget she's not a real person," says one teen.

by: MSN

India now on UN experts panel on Big Data

by: Yahoo

From anecdotes to AI tools, how doctors make medical decisions is evolving with technology

Doctors have an overwhelming amount of individual patient data and medical research at their disposal to make diagnoses and treatment plans.

by: Techopedia

Trump Inherits a Hacked America: Expert Analysis

Chinese hackers infiltrate U.S. Treasury systems, prompting experts to discuss what Trump needs to do on Day One to stop overseas threats.

by: Forbes

The Future Of The Spacesuit; What NASA's Artemis Astronauts Will Wear

Space Communications Specialist Alexandra Doten, AKA Astro Alexandra, on the gear designed for future space travel, what will be worn on the moon's south pole.
Fri, January 10, 2025

by: MSN

NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab still 'untouched' by raging LA fires

The powerful Eaton fire has not reached the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, NASA's lead center for robotic planetary exploration.

by: MSN

Scientists make remarkable breakthrough with material that could revolutionize the automotive industry: 'Capacities ... the highest in the world'

Korea may not have to rely on China much longer for its core EV components. Scientists make remarkable breakthrough with material that could revolutionize the automotive industry: 'Capacities ... the highest in the world' first appeared on The Cool Down.

by: MSN

NASA instrument on Firefly's Blue Ghost Lander to study lunar interior

As part of its Artemis campaign, NASA is developing a series of increasingly complex lunar deliveries and missions to ultimately build a sustained human presence at the moon for decades to come. Through the agency's CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative,

by: MSN

Louisiana Tech awarded grant to host 2024-25 Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

The symposium, set to happen in February 2025, is sponsored by the Department of Defense and is meant to empower high school students to conduct and present STEM research.

Cork student takes crown at BT Young Scientist awards

Tomás Markey from St. Brogan's College, Bandon, Cork won best individual for a project designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. He was presented the award for his work - titled 'PM-DAC: A system for removing CO2 from the atmosphere' - at a ceremony in Dublin on Friday evening.

A student from Cork, Eoin O’Mahony, has won the prestigious BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) for his project titled "Verdant: An Innovative Approach to Sustainable Agriculture." His project focuses on developing a new method to enhance crop growth and reduce the environmental impact of farming by using a biodegradable seed tape embedded with nutrients and beneficial microbes. This innovation aims to minimize the use of chemical fertilizers, reduce water usage, and improve soil health, thereby promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Eoin's work was recognized for its potential to revolutionize farming practices, earning him the top prize at the competition held in Dublin.

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