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iRobot’s latest Roomba robot vacuum is great news for pet owners
iRobot’s latest Roomba robot vacuum is great news for pet owners The iRobot Roomba Max 705 has been launched, offering improved features for pet owners, including dual rubber roller brushes and AI-powered obstacle detection. The new robot vacuum boasts 13,000Pa suction power, an auto-empty dock, and comes in at $899.99 (€699), making it a premium […]
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American Express to Virgin Atlantic Points Transfer Promotions: A Historical Analysis and 2025 Prediction
American Express to Virgin Atlantic Points Transfer Promotions: A Historical Analysis and 2025 Prediction American Express has historically offered transfer bonuses to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club during May and June, but as of May 2025, there is no active bonus. However, Chase and Citi are currently offering 25% and 30% bonuses, respectively. The analysis […]
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Let’s all do a dramatic reading of Trump and Musk’s mean posts
Let’s all do a dramatic reading of Trump and Musk’s mean posts Donald Trump and Elon Musk are publicly feuding on social media after Musk made critical comments about the EV tax credit bill. Musk had previously promised to donate $100 million to a Trump-owned PAC, but has yet to fulfill this commitment. Trump responded […]
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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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Zuckerberg tells court he made WhatsApp and Instagram better
Zuckerberg tells court he made WhatsApp and Instagram better Zuckerberg testified for 13 hours over three days in a Federal Trade Commission antitrust lawsuit to defend Meta’s acquisition of WhatsApp and Instagram. The FTC argues that Zuckerberg bought these apps to eliminate competition, not to improve them, citing concerns about private messaging apps becoming social […]
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Philadelphians with mental illness want to work, pray, date and socialize just like everyone else – here’s how creating more inclusive communities is good for public health
Philadelphians with mental illness want to work, pray, date and socialize just like everyone else – here’s how creating more inclusive communities is good for public health Approximately 6% of American adults (15.4 million) live with significant mental health conditions, making community inclusion a major challenge for them. Community inclusion refers to everyone’s right to […]
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Here’s how we figured the number of guns illegally trafficked from the US across the border to Mexico
Here’s how we figured the number of guns illegally trafficked from the US across the border to Mexico Estimates suggest that between 72,819 and 258,101 firearms were sold in the US and trafficked to Mexico in 2022, with a middle-range estimate of 135,000 firearms. The flow of illicit weapons from the US to Mexico has […]
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When presidents try to make peace: What Trump could learn from Teddy Roosevelt, Carter, Clinton and his own first term
When presidents try to make peace: What Trump could learn from Teddy Roosevelt, Carter, Clinton and his own first term Donald Trump’s efforts to mediate the Ukraine-Russia war have been criticized for not following historical precedents set by previous presidents, including Theodore Roosevelt, Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and even his own first term. Theodore Roosevelt […]
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xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o)
xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o) A spacewalk, also known as an EVA (extravehicular activity), is when an astronaut leaves their spacecraft to perform tasks outside in space. To prepare for a spacewalk, astronauts train by practicing movements that are similar to those they will do in space, such as using tools and […]
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NASA’s SpaceX Demo-2 Launch Fifth Anniversary
NASA’s SpaceX Demo-2 Launch Fifth Anniversary NASA’s SpaceX Demo-2 mission was launched on May 30, 2020, marking a historic milestone for American spaceflight. The mission was the first crewed launch of the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket to the International Space Station. This launch marked the first time American astronauts had launched […]
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Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows
Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows Decoupling from China through tariffs and export bans may not effectively protect US intellectual property from cyber espionage, according to a study by a political scientist. The true driver of state-sponsored hacking is industrial similarity, where countries with overlapping advanced […]
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Pay transparency can come with unexpected consequences
Pay transparency can come with unexpected consequences A new study found that pay transparency can have unexpected consequences on workplace dynamics, including influencing employee feelings of entitlement and collaboration. Employees who are ranked high in performance tend to feel entitled to higher compensation, while those at the bottom of the rankings may feel demoralized and […]
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Samples from the moon reveal scary risks to astronauts
Samples from the moon reveal scary risks to astronauts New research on lunar samples reveals scary risks to astronauts, including dust that could interfere with spacesuit seals, micrometeorites that could puncture suits, and breathing in dust that causes respiratory issues. The study used nanoscale analysis tools for the first time to examine space-weathered lunar samples, […]
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Apple is ready to replace Game Center with a more Xbox-like gaming app
Apple is ready to replace Game Center with a more Xbox-like gaming app Apple plans to announce a new gaming app at its Worldwide Developer Conference next week, which will replace Game Center. The app will allow users to launch games installed on their devices and access achievements, leaderboards, and editorial content. The app is […]
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Christianity has long revered saints who would be called ‘transgender’ today
Christianity has long revered saints who would be called ‘transgender’ today Christianity has a long history of venerating saints who would be considered “transgender” today, with at least 34 documented stories of transgender saints from the early centuries of Christianity. The stories of these saints, such as St. Eugenia, St. Euphrosyne, and St. Marinos, were […]
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Aura’s new Aspen looks even more like a traditional photo frame
Aura’s new Aspen looks even more like a traditional photo frame Aura Home’s new digital photo frame, Aspen, features a traditional photo frame design with a 12-inch anti-glare display and a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Aspen has an adjustable stand that works in both horizontal and portrait modes, allowing for flexibility in placement. The frame […]
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Roman Empire and the fall of Nero offer possible lessons for Trump about the cost of self-isolation
Roman Empire and the fall of Nero offer possible lessons for Trump about the cost of self-isolation Nero’s rise and fall from power offer lessons for President Trump about the cost of self-isolation and ignoring honest advice. The Roman Emperor Nero surrounded himself with loyal, but ultimately self-interested, advisers who encouraged his delusions and failed […]
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Pikachu protesters, Studio Ghibli memes and the subversive power of cuteness
Pikachu protesters, Studio Ghibli memes and the subversive power of cuteness Pikachu has become an unofficial symbol of opposition to Turkish President Recep Erdogan, with protesters using the character to express their resistance against his government. The use of cuteness as a political tool is not limited to Turkey; it has been employed in various […]
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Trump administration seeks to starve libraries and museums of funding by shuttering this little-known agency
Trump administration seeks to starve libraries and museums of funding by shuttering this little-known agency ExplorationWorks, a children's museum in Helena, Mont., received $151,946 in 2024 from the IMLS to expand its early childhood programs. Lisa Wareham On March 14, 2025, the Trump administration issued an executive order that called for the dismantling of seven […]
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The witchhunt is on in Wicked: For Good’s first trailer
The witchhunt is on in Wicked: For Good’s first trailer The new trailer for Wicked: For Good has been released, and it seems to be setting up a compelling story despite the initial split of the original film’s narrative. The trailer hints at a dark undertone, with Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) being portrayed as a villain […]
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Fortnite and Sabrina Carpenter want you to come dance
Fortnite and Sabrina Carpenter want you to come dance Fortnite is introducing “Dance with Sabrina,” a new rhythm-focused gaming mode within Fortnite Festival that will run from May 30th to June 16th. The mode, inspired by Sabrina Carpenter’s music, challenges players to fill up their heart meters by matching the beat of her songs on […]
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Wikipedia is using (some) generative AI now
Wikipedia is using (some) generative AI now Wikipedia is integrating generative AI into its editing process to help reduce workload and improve quality control. The goal is not to replace human editors, but to use AI to remove technical barriers and tedious tasks, allowing editors to focus on content creation. AI will be used for […]
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How states can fight climate change without the feds
How states can fight climate change without the feds A new study found that state-led action can make a significant difference in reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change, even without federal support. The study compared the costs and technologies of a coordinated national effort to one led by 23 states that are likely to […]
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Mistral Announces Agents API, with Code Execution, Search, and MCP Support
Mistral Announces Agents API, with Code Execution, Search, and MCP Support Mistral has announced its new Agents API, which captures key features from leading large language models (LLMs). The API includes code execution through a Python server-side sandbox, image generation using Black Forest Lab FLUX1.1, and web search capabilities. The API offers two versions of […]
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How can the James Webb Space Telescope see so far?
How can the James Webb Space Telescope see so far? The James Webb Space Telescope can see so far because it uses powerful cameras that don’t see light like our eyes do, but instead detect infrared light, which has longer wavelengths. The telescope’s enormous golden mirror collects ancient light from distant galaxies and reflects it […]
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The quiet war: What’s fueling Israel’s surge of settler violence – and the lack of state response
The quiet war: What’s fueling Israel’s surge of settler violence – and the lack of state response Since October 2023, Jewish settlers have carried out around 2,000 attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank, a dramatic surge compared to previous periods. The violence is fueled by a confluence of ideological fervor, opportunism, and far-right Israelis’ […]
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How 2025’s surprise RPG hit lured some big-name stars
How 2025’s surprise RPG hit lured some big-name stars Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a surprise RPG hit from 2025 that lured big-name stars, including Andy Serkis and others. The game’s unique visual style and world-building were major draws for voice talent, with Serkis praising the game’s themes and storytelling. The game takes inspiration from […]
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Will Africa’s young voters continue to punish incumbents at the ballot box in 2025? We are about to find out
Will Africa’s young voters continue to punish incumbents at the ballot box in 2025? We are about to find out Africa’s young voters are expected to play a significant role in the upcoming elections in 2025, particularly in countries such as Gabon, Ivory Coast, and Malawi. The youth population in Africa is facing high levels […]
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WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web
WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web WhatsApp is working on integrating video and voice calls into its web-based client, allowing users to make calls from any device. The feature is currently being tested with a call dropdown menu for beta testers, which has now been expanded to include camera and […]
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OpenAI Valued at $300 Billion after Closing $40 Billion In Funding
OpenAI Valued at $300 Billion after Closing $40 Billion In Funding OpenAI has closed a $40 billion funding round, valuing the company at $300 billion, making it one of the most valuable private tech companies. The funding round was led by SoftBank and included investments from Microsoft, Coatue, Altimeter, and Thrive, with OpenAI planning to […]
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