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In the Starlight: Tina Preyan Fuels the Future at Johnson
In the Starlight: Tina Preyan Fuels the Future at Johnson Tina Preyan is a food service specialist at Starport, a quality-of-life program at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, where she oversees on-site dining options and ensures customer satisfaction. Preyan has been working at Johnson for 19 years, starting as a prep cook and working […]
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Hertz says hackers stole customer credit card and driver’s license data
Hertz says hackers stole customer credit card and driver’s license data Hertz has confirmed that a data breach occurred between October 2024 and December 2024, where hackers stole customer credit card and driver’s license data. The breach may have exposed personal information including names, contact information, dates of birth, credit card details, driver’s license details, […]
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Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand
Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand Mark Zuckerberg testified before the FTC in Washington, DC, defending Meta against being broken up by the US government. The FTC claims that Facebook’s acquisition of Instagram in 2012 was part of a series of anti-competitive steps that locked out other companies. The agency argues that Meta should be forced […]
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Harvard Rejects Trump’s Demands and Sees $2.3 Billion in Federal Funds Frozen
Harvard Rejects Trump’s Demands and Sees $2.3 Billion in Federal Funds Frozen Harvard University has rejected demands from the Trump Administration to change its policies, including shutting down diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The university’s decision has resulted in the freezing of approximately $2.3 billion in federal funds, which was previously allocated for various academic […]
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Harvard University Rejects Trump Administration’s Demands
Harvard University Rejects Trump Administration’s Demands Harvard University has rejected a list of demands from the Trump Administration, which included changes to its governance, hiring practices, and admissions procedures, in an effort to combat antisemitism on campus. The university’s president, Alan Garber, stated that Harvard will not surrender its independence or relinquish its constitutional rights, […]
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NASA Wallops Breaks Ground on New Causeway Bridge
NASA Wallops Breaks Ground on New Causeway Bridge NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility has broken ground on its new causeway bridge, which will replace the current 65-year-old bridge serving as the only vehicular access to and from the island. The new bridge, slated for completion in early 2028, will feature a flatter structure capable of accommodating […]
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NASA Announces 31st Human Exploration Rover Challenge Winners
NASA Announces 31st Human Exploration Rover Challenge Winners NASA has announced the winners of its 31st Human Exploration Rover Challenge, which took place on April 11-12 at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The competition challenged students to design, build, and test a lunar rover powered by either human pilots or remote […]
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NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 32nd Station Resupply Launch, Arrival
NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 32nd Station Resupply Launch, Arrival NASA and SpaceX are targeting April 21 for the 32nd SpaceX commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station, which will deliver over 6,400 pounds of supplies. The Dragon spacecraft, carrying a variety of science experiments, including a demonstration of refined maneuvers for free-floating […]
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NASA to Host Webinar with Small Business Administration Leadership
NASA to Host Webinar with Small Business Administration Leadership NASA’s Office of Small Business Programs will host a webinar on April 16 featuring SBA leadership, including Administrator Kelly Loeffler. The webinar will focus on a new SBA manufacturing initiative and provide information about the 7(a) loan program, as well as updates from NASA’s small business […]
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NASA Sets Coverage for Astronaut Don Pettit, Crewmates Return
NASA Sets Coverage for Astronaut Don Pettit, Crewmates Return NASA astronaut Don Pettit, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Vagner, will depart the International Space Station on April 19 after a 220-day mission. The crew will undock from the station at 5:57 p.m. EDT and land in Kazakhstan on April 20, marking Pettit’s […]
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Meta antitrust trial: updates from the monopoly battle with the FTC
Meta antitrust trial: updates from the monopoly battle with the FTC Meta is set to go on trial on April 14th against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations that it illegally monopolized the market for personal social networking services through its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC first brought the case in late […]
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Katy Perry launched into space with Blue Origin
Katy Perry launched into space with Blue Origin Katy Perry has launched into space aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket as part of NS-31 flight, joining five other women including former NASA scientists and journalist Gayle King. The launch took place at 8:30AM CT / 9:30AM ET and was livestreamed on YouTube and Blue Origin’s […]
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Utilities choosing coal, solar, nuclear or other power sources have a lot to consider, beyond just cost
Utilities choosing coal, solar, nuclear or other power sources have a lot to consider, beyond just cost Utilities choosing power sources must consider factors beyond just cost, including reliability, flexibility, and environmental impact. The levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) is a key metric for comparing different power sources, with solar and wind energy having the […]
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Social Security’s trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected due to changes in taxes and benefits
Social Security’s trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected due to changes in taxes and benefits Social Security’s trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected due to changes in taxes and benefits, potentially leading to a 21% cut in monthly checks for recipients by 2036. The program’s funding outlook […]
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ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits
ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits ICE has broad powers to detain and arrest noncitizens, but its authority is still bound by constitutional limits, including the rights to free speech, assembly, and due process. Despite its significant budget of approximately $8 billion, ICE does […]
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How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US?
How and where is nuclear waste stored in the US? Nuclear waste from commercial power plants and military activities is stored at over 100 sites across 39 states, with approximately 90,000 tons of waste currently held. The majority of nuclear waste (spent fuel) is stored in concrete vaults above ground or in underground steel tanks, […]
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401(k) plans and stock market volatility: What you need to know
401(k) plans and stock market volatility: What you need to know 401(k) plans are employer-sponsored retirement savings plans where employees contribute a portion of their compensation on a tax-deferred basis, and many employers match some or all of an employee’s contributions. The IRS requires individuals to start making monetary withdrawals from their 401(k) plan when […]
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Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from higher tariffs
Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from higher tariffs The Trump administration has excluded smartphones, computers, and other electronics from tariffs imposed on Chinese goods. The exemptions do not apply to all tariffs, with some pre-existing tariffs still in effect. The exclusions include machines used by companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to make semiconductors. Products […]
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Smartphone tariffs are coming back in ‘a month or two,’ says Trump admin
Smartphone tariffs are coming back in ‘a month or two,’ says Trump admin Smartphone tariffs are expected to be reinstated within a month or two, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The Trump administration had previously exempted smartphones and laptops from tariffs imposed on Chinese-produced goods, but will now subject them to a “special focus […]
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Science Saru’s The Ghost in the Shell series gets a new teaser trailer
Science Saru’s The Ghost in the Shell series gets a new teaser trailer The Ghost in the Shell anime series has released a new teaser trailer, which can be found on the official website. The series is being directed by Moko-chan and features staff from other notable shows, including Dandadan and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. […]
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Freitag’s newest messenger bag is made from trash to last
Freitag’s newest messenger bag is made from trash to last Freitag’s new messenger bag, F685 Henry, is made from recycled materials such as worn seatbelts, plastic bottles, and used tarps. The bag is heavy, water-resistant, and incredibly durable due to its unique composition. The use of recycled materials makes each Freitag bag unique, unlike mass-produced […]
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Two key ingredients cause extreme storms with destructive flooding – why these downpours are happening more often
Two key ingredients cause extreme storms with destructive flooding – why these downpours are happening more often Extreme storms with destructive flooding are caused by two key ingredients: moisture and atmospheric instability. The amount of moisture in the air depends on its temperature, with higher temperatures allowing for more moisture to be held, leading to […]
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In trade war with the US, China holds a lot more cards than Trump may think − in fact, it might have a winning hand
In trade war with the US, China holds a lot more cards than Trump may think − in fact, it might have a winning hand China believes it can weather US tariffs on a bilateral basis, but also sees an opportunity to displace American hegemony and reshape the geopolitical landscape of East Asia. Beijing has […]
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ICE can now enter K-12 schools − here’s what educators should know about student rights and privacy
ICE can now enter K-12 schools − here’s what educators should know about student rights and privacy ICE can now enter K-12 schools, raising concerns about student rights and privacy. The Trump administration has been targeting foreign-born college students and professors for deportation since February 2025. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has rescinded a […]
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Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy
Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy Despite government rollbacks on US climate policy, companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change from various stakeholders, including customers, investors, employees, local communities, and lenders. Many companies have strong financial incentives to reduce their […]
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A Roman governor ordered Jesus’ crucifixion – so why did many Christians blame Jews for centuries?
A Roman governor ordered Jesus’ crucifixion – so why did many Christians blame Jews for centuries? Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, ordered Jesus’ crucifixion, but many Christians blamed Jews for centuries due to a misunderstanding of the Gospels and ancient Christian literature. The Gospels portray Pilate as believing Jesus was innocent, but he ultimately condemned […]
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A Quarter of ChatGPT Messages From College Students Relate to Learning
A Quarter of ChatGPT Messages From College Students Relate to Learning One-third of college-aged young adults in the US use ChatGPT, with a quarter of their messages relating to learning. Only one in four universities and colleges provide AI training, despite three in four students wanting it. State-by-state differences in student AI adoption could create […]
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Apollo 13 Launch: 55 Years Ago
Apollo 13 Launch: 55 Years Ago Apollo 13 launched on April 11, 1970, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission was initially going smoothly until an oxygen tank ruptured 55 hours and 55 minutes into the flight. Due to the accident, the crew had to abandon their lunar landing plans and instead loop […]
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What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law
What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law The Supreme Court has unanimously upheld a lower court order directing the Trump administration to “facilitate” the return of Kilmar Abrego García, a Maryland man who was wrongly deported to El Salvador. The court’s […]
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China’s new underwater tool cuts deep, exposing vulnerability of vital network of subsea cables
China’s new underwater tool cuts deep, exposing vulnerability of vital network of subsea cables China has developed a new underwater tool capable of cutting through the world’s most secure subsea cables, raising concerns about the vulnerability of global communication systems. The undersea cables, which transmit almost 100% of global internet communication, are a critical component […]
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