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Astronomy News. Read the latest astronomy news and articles from around the world. Space and time theory and more. Full-text, images, updated daily.

Physicists find major clue to matter’s biggest mystery | Scientific American

Researchers have nailed down an elusive quantity called baryon number, which may be responsible for the cosmic mismatch between matter and antimatter

Technology breakthroughs

Latest Tech News in India (2025) - Gadgets, Brands & Industry Updates | Exhibit Tech

Stay updated with the latest tech news in India! Get breaking updates on gadgets, brand launches, AI developments, and tech industry trends at Exhibit Tech.

Top 17 New Technology Trends That Will Define 2026 – Greentech News

WATCH PART 2 HERE: https://www... technology trends that are set to transform the way we work, live, think, and connect in the next two years. From AI-powered everything to quantum computing, brain-machine interfaces, green tech revolutions, and more—this is your ultimate future roadmap. You’ll get a close look at game-changing innovations in artificial ...

Council Post: The Next Industry-Defining Companies Will Be Built At The Intersection Of Software And Science

Each year, my team and I review hundreds of proposals from scientists and engineers working on technologies they believe could change the world. It’s literally the cutting floor for where technical innovation shines a light on the next two decades.

Space exploration

New private 'Perceptor' probes will keep an eye on satellites high above Earth | Space

Astranis' newly announced Perceptor spacecraft will monitor satellite activity in geostationary orbit, a distant and increasingly contested domain.

10 rockets that completely changed what was possible in spaceflight

From V-2 turbopumps to Falcon 9's reusable booster, these 10 rocket designs introduced engineering ideas that transformed spaceflight.

Artemis II: The Billion Dollar Slingshot to Moon

Artemis II isn’t just a test ... space exploration, blending innovation, caution, and boldness all at once. Artemis II isn’t just a government project — it’s the opening move in what economists are now calling the “lunar economy,” a whole new industry forming around humanity’s return to space. So far, the Artemis program has already cost over $93 billion, and that investment has fueled some serious technological breakthroughs...

Renewable energy progress

5 Best Renewable Energy Stocks for 2026 and How to Invest | The Motley Fool

Climate change and socially responsible investing are major catalysts for the clean energy revolution. Meanwhile, surging electricity demand to support AI data centers, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing facilities will further accelerate the growth of renewable energy.

MRCool launches do-it-yourself monoblock heat pump without outdoor unit - pv magazine Global

The U.S. manufacturer has launched a 115 V do-it-yourself monoblock heat pump with 10,000 Btu/h cooling and 9,000 Btu/h heating capacity, using R-32 refrigerant and inverter-driven technology.

Does the clean energy transition need forever chemicals?

As nations globally move to ban forever chemicals, should renewable energy technologies be exempt for the sake of saving the climate?

Medical advancements

Common Health Coalition receives funding from OpenAI Foundation for new initiative | AHA News

The Common Health Coalition announced Aug. 13 that it will receive $100 million in funding from the OpenAI Foundation for a new initiative using artificial intelligence-powered tools to help states and localities treat and cure various infections and diseases

Why Healthcare's Biggest Challenge Isn't Innovation—It's Scale - GeneOnline News

They may be those that learn fastest, adapt most effectively, and successfully translate innovation into meaningful outcomes for patients. As populations age and healthcare pressures intensify worldwide, the future of medicine may depend less on breakthrough technologies themselves and more ...

India-Israel Hackathon showcases restorative healthcare innovations - The HinduBusinessLine

The first India-Israel Hackathon brought together 1,300 participants to develop technology-driven solutions for rehabilitation and restorative healthcare.

World news

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Asian shares mostly rise after AI leads rally on Wall Street | AP News

Asian shares are mostly higher, as global market optimism continued on prospects for AI stocks and the semiconductor sector.

Trump orders Pentagon to scrap modern jet launching tech on new US aircraft carrier and revert to steam catapults – as it happened | Trump administration | The Guardian

Internal investigative reports show the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) sent undercover agents to community meetings in the Twin Cities and New York, infiltrated Signal chats and obtained financial records of mainstream unions and left-leaning nonprofit groups.

Artificial intelligence

Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News | WIRED

Last week, an AI newsroom beat mainstream journalists—including WIRED—to a story about OpenAI and hacking. It’s just the beginning.

AI agent hacks gym to get its owner spot in pilates class

It succeeded, but went further ... is being seen as the latest example of the way AI agents will go to any lengths to carry out the jobs they've been given. "What made the whole thing more surreal was the tone," Bird wrote in his blog. ... The news comes as AI firms have been ...

Pangram excels at distinguishing chatbot-generated words from human writing. But it’s not reliable for spotting artificial images.

Climate solutions

From grey water to cool spaces: 10 climate crisis policies Britain needs right now

Rejecting North Sea drilling licences and protecting nature are just some measures Andy Burnham must implement to ready country

National Pine Needle Policy can help tackle forest fires: Parl panel

It therefore called for region-specific fire prevention and mitigation strategies.The report recommended a dedicated scientific study to establish the empirical relationship between climate change and the frequency, intensity and seasonality of forest fires across the Indian Himalayan region.

Desertification Dynamics, Drivers, and Restoration Strategies in Arid Agroecosystems: Comparative Lessons from Ningxia (China) and Egypt for Sustainable Land Management

Desertification represents a critical environmental challenge in arid and semi-arid regions, driven by the combined impacts of climate change and unsustainable land-use practices. This review provides a comparative assessment of desertification dynamics, mitigation strategies, and ecological ...

breakingNews

A New Era for ET: Targeting the CALR Mutation | Targeted Oncology - Immunotherapy, Biomarkers, and Cancer Pathways

New research unveils a promising monoclonal antibody therapy targeting CALR mutations in essential thrombocythemia, aiming to improve patient outcomes.

Netanyahu's 'Islamic Republic' Remark About Britain Was Really a Warning About Iran | IBTimes UK

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's remark about the UK as the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' has sparked controversy, highlighting tensions over Iran's nuclear ambitions and strained UK-Israel relations.

Kirin and GenerativeX Transform the Future of Research and Development with AI | The AI Journal

TOKYO, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kirin Holdings Company, Limited (Kirin Holdings) and FDE consulting firm GenerativeX Inc. (GenerativeX) have developed a new research style that incorporates AI agents directly into research activities, with the aim of enhancing researchers’ creativity.

Independence Day 2026: 25 Best AI Photo Editing Prompts For August 15 On ChatGPT, Gemini, Nano Banana, Canva & More

Platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, ... other AI-powered editors are making it easier than ever to transform ordinary photos into striking Independence Day-themed artwork. The trend has become increasingly popular among students, professionals and content creators who want personalised profile pictures, posters and digital greetings. By uploading a photo and entering a detailed prompt, users can generate customised ...

Bill Ackman Just Disclosed 6 New Positions, and 4 of Them Are Financial Stocks. Here's What He's Betting On. | The Motley Fool

The famous long-term investor and his team made notable changes to Pershing Square's equity portfolio.

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The Enlightenment of the 18th century promoted reason, science, and individual rights, inspiring revolutions in America and France.

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