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Science discoveries

🔒 FT and Standard Chartered Business Book of the Year Award 2026 — the longlist
Mallaby, who won the award in 2016 with his biography of Alan Greenspan, The Man Who Knew, was given substantial access for this biography of Hassabis, whose leadership of Google’s DeepMind led to scientific breakthroughs, a Nobel Prize and controversy as he locked horns with competitors ...
NSF announces $1.5B for foundational research to drive scientific breakthroughs for American technological leadership | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation
NOFOs advance NSF's core mission to support foundational research that leads to scientific breakthroughs and opens new frontiers of knowledge. NSF investments in foundational research underpin technological innovation across industries, strengthening U.S. economic competitiveness, enhancing ...
Tech Talk: TAU launches one of world’s first Deep-Tech MBAs as science reshapes Israel's startups
For much of the past two decades, ... companies are emerging from laboratories, research institutes, and engineering departments, built around scientific breakthroughs that can take years to reach the market....

Technology breakthroughs

iPhone 18 Pro Price SHOCK: It May Be Apple's Priciest Smartphone Yet—Here’s Why | Asianet Newsable
Find the latest Technology News covering Smartphone Updates, AI (Artificial Intelligence) breakthroughs, and innovations in Space exploration. Stay updated on gadgets, apps, and digital trends with expert reviews, product comparisons, and tech insights.
Can India become a global hub for high-end medical technology manufacturing? | Artificial Intelligence News - News9live
If these capabilities develop together, ... medical technology to becoming a significant designer, manufacturer and exporter of it. This article is written by Dr Sudhir Srivastava, Founder, Chairman & CEO, SS Innovations International · Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily reflect the editorial position of News9Live. Click for more latest Artificial ...
Strategy Sold Bitcoin Four Times This Year, and Its Stock Now Trades Below NAV - Startup Fortune
Julian Lim is an entrepreneur, technology writer, and a researcher. He started JL Data Analysis after graduating from NUS in Intelligent Systems. Julian writes about technology innovations and entrepreneurship on Business Times, Asia Pacific Magazine and occasionally contributes to Startup Fortune.

Space exploration

Touchdown! Private Chinese rocket aces landing on 2nd-ever flight | Space
Explore ways to get more involved as a member. ... Latest space missions, discoveries and exploration updates.
Watch European astronaut make history during spacewalk today | Space
Explore ways to get more involved as a member. ... Latest space missions, discoveries and exploration updates.
Starship lives! SpaceX craft arrives at Christmas Island after 24-day ocean ordeal | Space
Explore ways to get more involved as a member. ... Latest space missions, discoveries and exploration updates.

Renewable energy progress

The Very Trumpy State That Leads the Country in Renewable Energy | The New Republic
This red state may be as MAGA as they come, but its Republicans leaders, voters, and businesses have no interest in the president’s war on renewable energy.
Power Module Market Report, 2026-2035 | Size to Hit USD 34.23 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider
The main drivers contributing to ... electric cars, renewable energy sources, industrial automation, telecommunication equipment, and consumer electronics. The quick development of EV charging stations and smart grids promotes the development of more advanced power ...
What country has the most resources in the world? - Mike Gravel
Factors such as technological advancements, shifts in global demand, and concerns about climate change will significantly impact the value and exploitation of different resources in the future. The race to secure resources for renewable energy technologies, like lithium and rare earth minerals, ...

Medical advancements

Medicare works to speed up coverage for ‘breakthrough’ radiology devices
With the related Transitional Coverage ... eligible breakthroughs. “ACR urges members to review the proposal and consider its potential impact on access to innovative medical technologies and future Medicare coverage policy,” ACR said in its Thursday news update. “The college will provide a detailed summary of the new coverage pathway and its implications.” ... Marty Stempniak has covered healthcare since 2012, ...
Johnson & Johnson Publishes New Future of Digital Surgery Report to Help Define the Emerging Field of Surgical Intelligence | WebWire
Our strength in healthcare innovation ... Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity....
Reimagining pharma R&D with generative AI - Capgemini USA
The convergence of biology and technology has unlocked unprecedented scientific breakthroughs. Fueled by data science and artificial intelligence, bio-innovation is reaching new heights. And Generative AI is poised to be a catalyst of this bio-revolution - a transformative force that promises ...

World news

News: U.S. and World News Headlines : NPR
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Rising Yields, Oil Interrupt Rally, Hurting Chips | Charles Schwab
As the 60-day ceasefire ended with no resolution, oil and bond yields continued climbing and raised worries about rate hikes. Chip stocks fell sharply.
Florida primaries: governor matchup set; Democratic socialist shocks establishment-backed nominee in Senate race – as it happened | US midterm elections 2026 | The Guardian
Trump-backed Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly race to succeed term-limited governor Ron DeSantis; Angie Nixon upsets Alex Vindman in Senate primary

Artificial intelligence

Opposition to AI Goes Beyond Data Centers, as Poll Shows Massive Distrust of Big Tech CEOs | Common Dreams
Poll shows AI industry problems go beyond data center opposition, as CEOs are widely distrusted.
From dairy machines to AI factory: L&T is future-proofing its empire - The Economic Times
Larsen & Toubro is entering a new phase of diversification, using its engineering, infrastructure and financial strength to build technology-led businesses. The recently-won Rs 15,000 crore AI factory contract is part of a broader strategy spanning electronics, semiconductors, green hydrogen, ...
‘A million dollars over asking’: AI wealth is fueling housing market frenzy in San Francisco | CNN Business
Fueled by the artificial intelligence boom, San Francisco and its suburbs are quickly becoming the hottest housing market in the country.

Climate solutions

Is this year the hottest year ever? - Mike Gravel
Is This Year the Hottest Year Ever? Navigating a World of Rising Temperatures The scientific consensus suggests that 2024 is highly likely to be among the hottest years ever recorded, with strong indicators pointing towards it potentially surpassing even 2023, making “Is this year the hottest ...
Climate School Students Analyze Extreme Heat Risk and Mitigation Efforts at the 2026 FIFA World Cup – State of the Planet
A Columbia Climate School student team examined extreme heat, poor air quality and emergency management at MetLife Stadium during the FIFA World Cup in New York/New Jersey.
Can fish feel hot? - EWASH
While the challenges posed by climate change are significant, there are steps that can be taken to mitigate its impact on fish populations. Habitat Restoration: Restoring degraded habitats, such as riparian zones, can provide shade and cooler water refuges. Water Management: Implementing water management strategies ...

breakingNews

How to watch Resolve to Solve with Miles O’Brien outside the US - UpNext by Reelgood
Later episodes examine wildlife ... developments in modern neuroscience. Rather than surrendering to the scale of these challenges, the series celebrates human ingenuity and the belief that even our hardest problems are worth trying to solve. Resolve to Solve With Miles O’Brien premieres on August 19, 2026, on PBS in the US. Miles O’Brien – Host: O’Brien is a veteran independent journalist specializing in science, technology and aerospace. He serves as a PBS NewsHour science ...
Readers sound off on policing disparities, Tommy John’s stutter and Columbia lawsuit
Anything seemed possible in medical science breakthroughs, from repairing a fictional astronaut to reconstructing a real-life ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). As the show states, “We can rebuild him. We have the technology.” ... Brooklyn: What bizarre world are we living in? Did Luigi Mangione fans hear his testimony? How do you cheer someone like that on? Yes, the healthcare ...
Iran live updates: Tehran denies responsibility for new missile attack on UAE - ABC News
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Horoscope Tomorrow, August 20, 2026: Fresh Career Opportunities, Financial Progress & Romantic Happiness Could Find These Zodiac Signs During Sawan
Horoscope Tomorrow, 20 August 2026: Find out which zodiac signs could see career progress, money opportunities and love breakthroughs as Sawan’s festive energy builds.
iPhone 18 Pro Price SHOCK: It May Be Apple's Priciest Smartphone Yet—Here’s Why | Asianet Newsable
Find the latest Technology News covering Smartphone Updates, AI (Artificial Intelligence) breakthroughs, and innovations in Space exploration. Stay updated on gadgets, apps, and digital trends with expert reviews, product comparisons, and tech insights.

📜 History Fact

The printing of the Gutenberg Bible around 1455 was among the first books mass-produced with movable type, transforming literacy in Europe.

Early Modern · CultureSource

🟠 Hacker News

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