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NASA has chosen 10 new astronaut candidates from a field of 8,000 applicants. Significantly, 6 of these recruits are women, highlighting a growing shift toward gender inclusivity in space exploration. With this announcement, they join a highly exclusive group that now numbers just 370 individuals.
On Sunday evening, residents across Arizona witnessed a dazzling light streaking through the sky, sparking countless questions about its origin. This unexpected sighting—possibly linked to a launch in California—left many pondering the mysteries above.
Purdue University will partner with Virgin Galactic in 2027 for a dedicated suborbital research flight that includes a professor, student, and alumni. This initiative underscores the university’s expanding commitment to hands-on learning and real-world research opportunities, as well as growing academic-commercial collaborations in space exploration.
Alice & Bob’s cat qubits have overcome a major hurdle in quantum computing by remaining stable for over an hour. This milestone lengthens bit-flip times and points toward a more fault-tolerant future for quantum devices.
As we approach the 2030 retirement of the International Space Station, the potential for commercial space travel is growing more tangible. With private companies taking a lead role, the next phase of exploration could transform how humanity reaches beyond Earth.
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Meta Connect 2025 showcased the latest wave of wearable technology: $799 Ray-Ban Display glasses, Oakley Vanguard, and a unique wristband. Reactions from CNBC, WIRED, Yahoo Finance, and NBC News point to growing excitement around Meta’s evolving vision for hands-free, AI-driven devices.
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Many companies are blaming remote work for stalled productivity, but a closer look reveals a leadership challenge. Fear-driven return-to-office mandates aren’t solving the real issues—and they risk pushing away in-demand talent.
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