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GM slows EV production as tax credit nears expiration
GM slows EV production as tax credit nears expiration General Motors (GM) plans to slow down electric vehicle (EV) production due to the impending expiration of the $7,500 consumer tax credit for EVs at the end of the month. GM will pause production on the Cadillac Lyriq and Vistiq, as well as the Chevy Bolt […]
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When it comes to wars − from the Middle East to Ukraine − what we call them matters
When it comes to wars − from the Middle East to Ukraine − what we call them matters The way wars are referred to can signal the speaker’s perspective on who is responsible for the fighting and, therefore, to blame for the death and destruction that follows. Research has shown that scholars use different language […]
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Tom Friedman’s AI nightmare and what the US can do to avoid it
Tom Friedman’s AI nightmare and what the US can do to avoid it If you provide the actual text, I’d be happy to help you generate a TLDR (Too Long; Didn’t Read) summary with 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . Tom Friedman’s AI nightmare and what the US can do to avoid […]
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Tech CEOs Praised President Trump at White House Dinner [Video]
Tech CEOs Praised President Trump at White House Dinner [Video] President Trump hosted a dinner for top tech CEOs at the White House, receiving unanimous praise from the gathering. The CEOs, including Apple’s Tim Cook and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, expressed their gratitude to President Trump for promoting investments in chip manufacturing and AI, as well […]
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Silicon Valley’s most powerful alliance just got stronger
Silicon Valley’s most powerful alliance just got stronger Eddy Cue, Apple’s SVP of Services, testified during Google’s antitrust trial that he had lost sleep over the issue of default search engine payments. Cue’s testimony appears to have influenced Judge Amit Mehta’s ruling that Google’s default payments to Apple and others can continue. The ruling means […]
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Personal power v. socialized power: What Machiavelli and St. Francis can tell us about modern CEOs
Personal power v. socialized power: What Machiavelli and St. Francis can tell us about modern CEOs Two types of power motivation exist: personal power (dominating others) and socialized power (benefiting others), according to psychologist David McClelland’s “two faces of power” theory. A study analyzed the language used by CEOs in interviews and conference calls, using […]
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No credit history? No problem − new research suggests shopping data works as a proxy for creditworthiness
No credit history? No problem − new research suggests shopping data works as a proxy for creditworthiness Researchers found that shopping data can be used as a proxy for creditworthiness, particularly for individuals with no credit history. The study, conducted in Peru, linked loyalty-card data from a large retailer with the national credit registry and […]
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NASA to Provide Coverage of Progress 93 Launch, Space Station Docking
NASA to Provide Coverage of Progress 93 Launch, Space Station Docking NASA will provide live coverage of the launch and docking of Roscosmos Progress 93 cargo spacecraft on September 11-13, including a Soyuz rocket launch from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The Progress 93 spacecraft will carry approximately three tons of food, fuel, and supplies for […]
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NASA Seeks Industry Input on Next Phase of Commercial Space Stations
NASA Seeks Industry Input on Next Phase of Commercial Space Stations NASA is seeking industry input on its next phase of commercial space stations to ensure a seamless transition from the International Space Station. The agency has released a draft Phase 2 Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP) and will hold an informational industry briefing on […]
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NASA Announces CHAPEA Crew for Year-Long Mars Mission Simulation
NASA Announces CHAPEA Crew for Year-Long Mars Mission Simulation NASA has announced the CHAPEA (Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog) crew for a year-long Mars mission simulation, which will provide foundational data to inform human exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The four-person crew, consisting of Ross Elder, Ellen Ellis, Matthew Montgomery, and James […]
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MAGA populists call for holy war against Big Tech
MAGA populists call for holy war against Big Tech The MAGA right’s annual gathering, NatCon 5, featured a panel on the culture wars where tech industry representatives were criticized. Geoffrey Miller, a prominent MAGA figure, berated Shyam Sankar, Palantir’s chief technology officer and AI expert, during the panel discussion. Miller argued that the AI industry […]
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Kennedy hearing deepens crisis over dismantling of CDC leadership – health scholar explains why the agency’s ability to protect public health is compromised
Kennedy hearing deepens crisis over dismantling of CDC leadership – health scholar explains why the agency’s ability to protect public health is compromised The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is facing a crisis due to the dismantling of its leadership, which threatens Americans’ health and the agency’s survival as a leading public health […]
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How RFK Jr.’s misguided science on mRNA vaccines is shaping policy − a vaccine expert examines the false claims
How RFK Jr.’s misguided science on mRNA vaccines is shaping policy − a vaccine expert examines the false claims Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s stance on COVID-19 vaccines and mRNA vaccine technology has raised concerns among public health experts, who claim his claims are based on false information. Kennedy canceled $500 million in funding for research […]
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How Europe’s deforestation law could change the global coffee trade
How Europe’s deforestation law could change the global coffee trade Starting in 2026, European companies selling coffee on the EU market will have to prove that their product is “deforestation-free” and can be traced back to non-deforested plots. The new rules, part of the EU Deforestation Regulation, aim to reduce global deforestation by requiring companies […]
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From intention to impact: 3 ways men in leadership can build equitable workplaces that work for everyone
From intention to impact: 3 ways men in leadership can build equitable workplaces that work for everyone Men in leadership positions can build equitable workplaces by challenging misogynistic behavior without fear of social judgment, promoting clear communication standards and encouraging open dialogue. Taking paternity leave is crucial for creating a more gender-inclusive environment, normalizing men’s […]
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A first connection can make a big difference when it comes to sticking with a career
A first connection can make a big difference when it comes to sticking with a career A first connection can have a profound impact on one’s career success, often setting the stage for long-term achievements. Research has shown that new agents who land their first deal with a well-connected power broker are about 25% more […]
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Astrology’s appeal in uncertain times
Astrology’s appeal in uncertain times Astrology’s appeal in uncertain times can be attributed to its ability to provide a sense of control and guidance in an uncertain world, particularly among younger generations and LGBTQ+ individuals. The study found that astrology is less about predicting the future and more about making sense of the self, with […]
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65,000 Pennsylvania kids have a parent in prison or jail − here’s what research says about the value of in-person visits
65,000 Pennsylvania kids have a parent in prison or jail − here’s what research says about the value of in-person visits 65,000 Pennsylvania kids have a parent in jail or prison, highlighting the need for improved communication between incarcerated individuals and their families. In-person visits between children and a parent in jail or prison can […]
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Wildfire disasters are increasingly in the news, yet less land is burning globally – here’s why
Wildfire disasters are increasingly in the news, yet less land is burning globally – here’s why Despite more intense wildfires being reported globally, the total area burned has actually decreased by 26% over the past two decades, according to new research. The majority of global wildfire exposure (85%) occurs in Africa, where agricultural expansion and […]
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When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in
When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in When federal courts fail to punish lawyers for potential misconduct, states can step in by referring them to state disciplinary bodies. The US legal profession is largely licensed and regulated at the state level, with state bodies such as the California […]
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What can we learn from hurricane Katrina 20 years later?
What can we learn from hurricane Katrina 20 years later? Hurricane Katrina, which made landfall in Louisiana in August 2005, still offers lessons for disaster recovery researchers 20 years later. Research has shown that having strong social ties and community support increases resilience and people’s ability to recover after disasters, while being displaced from one’s […]
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We’ve been tracking the number of Americans who identify as transgender – soon, there will be no reliable way to measure them
We’ve been tracking the number of Americans who identify as transgender – soon, there will be no reliable way to measure them Researchers have been tracking the number of Americans who identify as transgender using federal data, but this will soon become impossible due to changes made by the Trump administration. The most recent analysis […]
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Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads
Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads Studying philosophy has been shown to improve verbal and logical reasoning skills, as well as intellectual virtues like curiosity and open-mindedness, according to a new study on over 600,000 college graduates. The study found that philosophy majors outperformed […]
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State Department layoffs could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally – an economist explains why
State Department layoffs could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally – an economist explains why The mass layoffs at the US State Department could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally by eliminating expertise on business and human rights. The State Department’s Business and Human Rights team, which was eliminated in the layoffs, helped […]
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Rural women are at a higher risk of violence − and less likely to get help
Rural women are at a higher risk of violence − and less likely to get help Rural women are at a higher risk of violence against them compared to urban and suburban women, despite common misconceptions that rural areas are safer. The lack of media attention and research on rural criminology contributes to the widespread […]
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NASA, International Astronauts to Address Students from New York
NASA, International Astronauts to Address Students from New York NASA astronauts Jonny Kim and Kimiya Yui will connect with middle school students from New York via a live call on September 5, answering STEM questions about their experiences on the International Space Station. The event will be streamed live on NASA’s Learn With NASA YouTube […]
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NASA Scientists Help Maryland County Plan to Beat Summer Heat Risks
NASA Scientists Help Maryland County Plan to Beat Summer Heat Risks NASA scientists have collaborated with Prince George’s County, Maryland officials to use satellite data to inform decisions on reducing summer heat risks and mitigating heat-related illnesses. The collaboration used NASA satellites such as Landsat 8 and Aqua to track surface temperature trends across the […]
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NASA Awards Spaceflight Operations, Systems Organization Contract
NASA Awards Spaceflight Operations, Systems Organization Contract NASA has awarded ASCEND Aerospace & Technology a $1.8 billion contract to provide spaceflight operations and systems services at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. The COSMOS contract, which begins on December 1, 2026, will support NASA’s Flight Operation Directorate for programs including Orion, SLS, ISS, Commercial Crew, […]
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NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur Retires
NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur Retires Megan McArthur, a veteran NASA astronaut, has retired after a career spanning over two decades, logging 213 days in space and conducting numerous scientific experiments. McArthur was a key figure in several notable missions, including Expedition 65/66, where she served as a flight engineer on the International Space Station, and […]
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Most people ‘go it alone’ to make tough decisions
Most people ‘go it alone’ to make tough decisions Most people worldwide prefer to make tough decisions on their own rather than seeking advice or information from others. A study conducted across 13 languages, 12 research teams, and 12 countries found that this preference for self-reliance holds true across multiple cultures and continents. The researchers […]
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