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ORNL Confronts the Control Challenges of Nuclear Rocket Engines

Aerospace, Space & Environment / Samilton Santos

How do you manage a nuclear propulsion system in space? The answer is: with extreme care. To address this, researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have created a simulated nuclear reactor test platform designed to advance the development of engines capable of taking astronauts to Mars and beyond. The Transportation Barrier in Space Exploration […]

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Study Reports Discovery of The Universe’s Largest Structure

Aerospace, Space & Environment / Marcílio Santos

Astronomers have discovered “Quipu,” possibly the universe’s largest structure, spanning 1.3 billion light-years—over 13,000 times the Milky Way’s size, Live Science reports. The Controversy of the Hercules-Corona Borealis Great Wall Previously, the Hercules-Corona Borealis Great Wall—situated 10 billion light-years from Earth and spanning a similar length—was regarded as the universe’s largest structure. However, scientists still

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Apple’s Move to eSIM-Only Technology Propels The Global Shift Ahead

Mobile Phones, Tech / Jorge Paka

Apple’s announcement on Tuesday that the new iPhone 17 Air will be released globally without physical SIM cards signals a major step forward for the virtual eSIM technology the company has used in the U.S. for years. What Exactly Is An eSIM? A physical SIM card stores all the data a phone requires to access

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Omnia, The Intelligent Mirror Designed for Health Monitoring

Assistive Tech, Medicine / Valeriano Ndeyi

The Omnia is a smart mirror concept that leverages advanced technology and AI to continuously and seamlessly track users’ health, transforming a common household object into a practical health tool. The French company Withings developed Omnia to monitor key health indicators such as heart health, body composition, lung function, nutrition, physical activity, and sleep quality.

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Apple Unveils iPhone 17 Pro Featuring Significant Camera Improvements.

Mobile Phones, Tech / Jorge Paka

Apple unveiled the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max on Tuesday, showcasing a refreshed design and an enhanced camera system. According to Apple, the new devices are powered by the A19 Pro chip and come with larger batteries. Models that support only eSIM will feature slightly bigger batteries compared to those with physical

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A High-Tech Capsule for Stomach Diagnostics

Biomedical, Medicine / Marcílio Santos

The NaviCam, developed by the U.S.-based company AnXRobotica, is a pill-sized endoscopic capsule designed to examine the stomach and intestines without the need for sedation. Guided magnetically by an external operator and enhanced with artificial intelligence, it moves through the digestive tract while transmitting live video. Inside the capsule are a camera, integrated light source,

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Volvo Debuts ES90 Electric Sedan with SUV-Like Versatility

Automotive, Transportation & Automation / Ana Manuel

Volvo introduced its all-electric ES90 sedan in March, sparking speculation that it could be the brand’s flagship EV—and based on what we know, that seems likely. To begin with, the ES90 offers greater range and quicker charging than any previous Volvo EV, while also featuring the brand’s most advanced technology. A Sedan with SUV Versatility

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Scientists Develop Transparent Solar Windows Using Liquid Crystals

Material & Energy, Nanotechnology / Jorge Paka

A Nanjing University team developed a transparent solar concentrator that coats ordinary window glass. The device employs cholesteric liquid crystal (CLC) multilayers with submicron-scale periodic structures to function as a diffractive solar concentrator (CUSC). It channels sunlight toward the window’s edges, where photovoltaic cells capture the energy. The findings were published in PhotoniX. Next-Gen Solar

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BMW to Launch Next-Gen Hydrogen Fuel Cell With Toyota

Automotive, Transportation & Automation / Ngoma Manuel

BMW’s Steyr plant is gearing up for mass production of fuel cell systems, currently testing third-generation hydrogen fuel cell prototypes, with full production set for 2028. BMW will make third-gen HFC components at Steyr, Landshut, and Munich, with Toyota supplying the fuel cells. Unlike earlier generations, the third is fully developed by BMW. Compact, Efficient,

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AI-made playlists every Monday on Amazon Music

Apps & Software, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

Since Spotify introduced its AI DJ, Amazon Music has been building its own AI-powered tools, such as AI-generated playlists and AI-assisted search, to better compete. Today, Amazon Music is rolling out a new feature called “Weekly Vibe” for all U.S. subscribers on iOS and Android, designed to make the listening experience more personal. Personalized Playlists

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