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NASA launches Nancy Grace Roman Telescope to Lagrange Point 2
The $4.3bn Nancy Grace Roman space telescope, nearly defunded by Trump, launched from Florida to explore exoplanets and dark energy with groundbreaking infrared technology.
California 13-year-old Kevin Tang wins $25,000 with FallGuard at 3 million
At just 13, Kevin Tang created FallGuard, a device detecting falls even in darkness, earning him the title of America's Top Young Scientist and a $25,000 prize.
Astronomers detect faint gravitational wave hum from black hole mergers
Astronomers have identified a faint gravitational-wave “hum” using pulsar timing arrays, potentially linked to mysterious Dark Stars that existed over 13 billion years ago.
NASA launches Roman Space Telescope on Falcon Heavy today
NASA’s $4.3 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, designed to study dark energy and exoplanets, is scheduled to launch aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket this Sunday.
NASA tests FALCON navigation using cameras to self-locate without GPS
NASA's FALCON system enables satellites to navigate autonomously using nearby spacecraft and debris as reference points, refining over 200 object orbits in just three days.
Meta introduces new teen safety measures on Facebook and Instagram
Meta's US settlement prioritizes age assurance for teen safety, prompting experts to discuss its implications for India's child-safety regulations under the DPDP framework.
Apple sets September 9 reveal for iPhone 18 Pro models
Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro series on September 9 at its "Surprise and Shine" event, promising exciting upgrades in performance, design, and features.
Solar system may be home to thousands of interstellar objects
A new study has revealed that the Sun may have captured thousands of small interstellar objects from alien systems.
NVIDIA's CEO left off TIME's 'Most Influential People in AI'
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang, a key player in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, has been left off TIME magazine's 2026 list of the top 100 most influential people in AI.
Apple's AI health coach likely to debut with new watches
Apple is expected to unveil its revamped Health app, complete with an AI health coach, as early as next month.
Google quietly launches 'Froggy's World,' a cozy game on search
Google has launched a new mobile game called Froggy's World, inspired by the likes of Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley.
Apple's AI-powered smart glasses coming next year: What to expect
Apple is gearing up to launch its first-ever pair of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart glasses next year.
Consumer trust in generative AI falls below 40%
Despite the widespread use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms for product research, consumers remain skeptical about their recommendations.
Munich study: statins could lower dementia risk up to 15%
A 15-year study tracking over 132,000 people suggests that early statin use lowers dementia risk by up to 15%, highlighting its potential role in brain health.
Figure's Index app pays people filming chores to train robots
Figure is paying humans to record themselves doing household tasks, creating a vast video dataset to train its humanoid robots for real-world environments.
'Couldn't care less': Musk reacts to OpenAI ending Cursor partnership
Elon Musk has reacted after OpenAI announced the termination of its partnership with Cursor, a coding tool recently acquired by his space exploration company, SpaceX.
NASA's Isaacman, Musk and Pichai champion orbital solar data centers
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman supports relocating data centers to Earth's orbit, joining Elon Musk and Sundar Pichai in addressing environmental and economic concerns.
Watch: Robot trips and falls after getting distracted by cheerleaders
A robot's embarrassing fall at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing has gone viral.
UC San Diego engineers develop smart ring measuring sweat biomarkers
A new smart ring from UC San Diego uses osmosis to continuously track biomarkers like glucose, ketones, and Vitamin C, offering real-time health insights.
McKinsey research finds generative AI trust below 40%, use continues
Consumer trust in generative AI advice has dropped below 40%, McKinsey research reveals, yet shoppers increasingly rely on it for product discovery and purchase decisions.
Hugging Face breach highlights AI cybersecurity gaps, Securonix CEO warns
Securonix CEO Toby Weiss highlights how AI's rapid adoption is reshaping cybersecurity, introducing unprecedented challenges and intensifying the need for robust governance.
NASA, University of Maryland show microbes survive Moon south pole
NASA and University of Maryland researchers found that Earth microbes might survive in the freezing shadows of the Moon's South Pole, posing challenges for future lunar missions.
NASA to launch Roman Space Telescope, mapping billions of galaxies
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will study dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets while complementing Hubble and Webb with its wide-field infrared imaging capabilities.
Webinar: AI can speed up diagnoses but doctors must decide
Experts at an SRM Institute webinar emphasized that while AI is revolutionizing healthcare, doctors' critical thinking and final decision-making remain indispensable.
Google Messages beta adds redesigned attachments grid and RCS upgrades
Google Messages is introducing several new features, including customizable chat themes and enhanced read receipts, with some still in beta testing phases.
Study: global warming disrupts Pacific Walker link with Indian Ocean
Global warming is disrupting the long-standing connection between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, altering climate predictability and impacting regional weather patterns.
Tamil Nadu to deploy NalamAI WhatsApp chatbot across government hospitals
Health Minister K.G. Arunraj announced the phased implementation of the NalamAI WhatsApp chatbot service in all government hospitals across Tamil Nadu, following its pilot success.
Is the Tibetan Plateau becoming more unstable?
A recent study has shown that "Asia's water tower," the Tibetan Plateau, is becoming more unstable and unpredictable.
SpaceX finally recovers its Starship from Indian Ocean
SpaceX has successfully salvaged its latest Starship from the Indian Ocean, marking a major milestone in the company's history.
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders may be delayed: Here's why
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro may not be available for pre-order until Saturday, September 12, a day later than the company's usual timeline.
'GTA VI' could take up to 80 hours to complete
The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) is set to be a long and immersive experience.
Microsoft-backed AI data center accused of operating illegally
DataOne, the largest planned artificial intelligence (AI) data center in New Jersey, has been accused of operating without the necessary federal permits.
X says Chinese bot network pushed anti-AI data center posts
X has uncovered a massive network of 200,000 accounts on its platform.
Anthropic study explores how AI can improve itself
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) research company, has published a groundbreaking paper on the potential of AI systems to enhance their own performance.
Apple TV prices rise again, 4th hike in 4 years
Apple has announced another price hike for its Apple TV subscription service.
Steve Jobs's 8th-grade science project sells for a whopping $34,400
A unique piece of tech history, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science project, has been sold at an auction for a whopping $34,375.
Are humans losing control over AI?
A recent study has revealed a worrying trend: artificial intelligence (AI) systems are increasingly escaping user control and behaving in harmful ways.
AI-backed mammograms can detect heart disease in women: Study
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to detect heart disease in women through routine mammograms, a new study has found.
Sweetener used in jam, chewing gum can cause heart attacks
A recent study has linked xylitol, a common sweetener used in chewing gum, jam and other products, to an increased risk of strokes and heart attacks.
Donald Trump signs order to establish US space academy
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to establish the country's first-ever space academy.
Siri lawsuit: iPhone users to get up to $95 each
Apple has agreed to pay $250 million in a class action lawsuit over the delayed launch of its AI assistant, Siri.
ISRO gearing up for major comeback after 2 setbacks
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for a major comeback mission after an eight-month hiatus.
This Google Chrome alternative lets you use email aliases
Brave, a Google Chrome alternative, has introduced a new feature that allows users to create email aliases.
Trump honors Artemis II crew
The astronauts of Artemis II, who made a historic lunar flyby earlier this year, have been awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.
Meta testing AI agent that can book restaurants and goods
Meta is testing a new personal AI agent, dubbed Project Hatch, to its employees for testing.
Apple Pay gets new features to make payments more convenient
Apple has announced a bunch of new features for its popular payment service, Apple Pay.
Tencent unveils open-source AI model for coding, research
Chinese tech giant Tencent has launched a new open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model, Hy4 preview.
Google Messages gets custom chat themes: How to set them
Google has officially announced the addition of custom chat themes and backgrounds for its Messages app on Android.
Pikachu visits Apple Park, meets Tim Cook
Apple Park recently had a special visitor: Pikachu. The adorable Pokemon was spotted roaming around the Apple campus in a video shared by CEO Tim Cook.
Gemini Notebook can now analyze your e-books
Google has updated its AI note-taking app, Gemini Notebook, with a new feature called "Expert Intelligence."
Meta's smart glasses now stop recording if light is covered
Meta has announced an update for its AI-powered smart glasses, aimed at addressing a privacy loophole.
Bluesky now lets you keep posts out of Discover feed
Bluesky, the open social network, has introduced a new feature that lets users opt out of having their posts appear in the app's main Discover feed.
Musk's xAI accused of using child porn to train Grok
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, is facing a lawsuit for allegedly using child sex abuse materials (CSAM) to train its Grok models.
FDA approves new once-daily pill to simplify HIV treatment
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new once-daily HIV pill from Gilead Sciences.
OpenAI is building AI agent that never stops working
OpenAI is working on a highly persistent version of its Codex AI agent, according to WIRED.
Fake GTA 6 demo downloads are stealing passwords
An ongoing malware campaign is targeting gamers excited for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6).
Jensen Huang counters Bill Gates' AI job loss concerns
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has countered Bill Gates' concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) leading to job losses.
US agency declares 'major incident' after ransomware gang claims cyberattack
The US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has classified a recent cyberattack on one of its systems as a "major incident."
Google to punish Android apps that use too much memory
Google has announced a crackdown on memory-hungry Android apps, in response to the ongoing RAM crisis.