Are lasers the key to GPS like navigation on the Moon?
Permanently shadowed craters have long interested scientists. Could a new laser system help future spacecraft navigate the Moon more safely?
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IRS settlement blocks tax audits targeting Trump and his family members
The US Department of Justice has released an additional filing linked to the Trump-IRS settlement, preventing the federal agency from pursuing existing tax audits involving the US president, his family and affiliated businesses.
Jay Lycurgo on Going From ‘Steve’ to ‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’: ‘I Love These Stories — They’re Just So Real’
“I think every actor would love to have find a character where they can full immerse themselves,” says Jay Lycurgo. “Because once you have that, you’re gonna strike gold.” Thankfully for the fast-rising British actor, it’s happened to him in near quick succession, with two
Spider-Man: No Way Home is spiking on Disney Plus, and we know why
Spider-Man: No Way Home is currently a huge hit on Disney Plus as fans eagerly anticipate the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day
This Stylish Brawler Is Already Great, But Fans Are Making It Incredible
Dead as Disco ’s foundations are great, but it’s what fans are doing with it that will keep it going for a long time
Image: NASA's Psyche mission spies Mars' wind-blown craters during close approach
This view of the Martian surface, captured by NASA's Psyche spacecraft on May 15, 2026, shows streaks that have formed due to wind blowing over impact craters in the Syrtis Major region. The image scale is nearly 1,200 feet (360 meters) per pixel. The wind streaks extend to
The Prehistory of A.I. Slop
“Before ChatGPT, there was the Plot Robot, Auto-Beatnik, and a century’s worth of schemes for automating authorship.”
John Cena, Eric André Form Dysfunctional Family in Netflix’s ‘Little Brother’ Trailer
Michelle Monaghan, Christopher Meloni and Ego Nwodim also star in director Matt Spicer's comedy that debuts next month.
Capitol agenda: Trump may regret his revenge tour
Some Republicans worry the president’s payback whims will gum up his agenda on Capitol Hill and cost the party control of Texas' Senate seat.
Putin - Xi meeting: 3 things you need to know
Putin and Xi signed a joint statement in Beijing on Wednesday that included an agreement to increase military cooperation.
Fuel duty freeze extended until the end of the year
Fuel duty was initially cut by 5p in March 2022, under the Conservative government.
Lisbon tops global study of the world’s most livable cities for expats
As more people move abroad for work, lifestyle and flexibility, a new ranking has revealed the best cities for expats to actually live in. The study factors in everything from healthcare and safety to affordability and ease of settling in, with Europe dominating the top spots.
Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.
How face-building genes get ready early: Genome folding may prime crucial DNA switches
Early in development, a group of migrating cells called cranial neural crest cells go on to form many different parts of the face, including the nose, jaw, ears, and throat. To build these structures correctly, genes must switch on in the right cells at the right time. But many
Naturally occurring soil fungi could boost rice yields while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers
Field trials in India show that bio-fertilizers containing naturally occurring soil fungi enhance growth in rice plants. This may offer a pathway to reducing farmers' reliance on synthetic fertilizers, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in rice farming. The trials, led by
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Lowe's, Cava, Target & more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.
Is Elon Musk's driverless future timeline realistic?
Elon Musk says 90% of driving will be autonomous in a decade. Here's why that's unlikely.
As Iran mulls tariffs on Hormuz internet cables, how might the fees threaten Europe?
The move could raise connectivity costs and create greater digital vulnerability for Europe, but some experts argue that the continent has enough backup bandwidth to survive without access to the cables in the Strait of Hormuz.
Woman dies after falling into uncovered maintenance hole in New York City
A woman has died after falling into an open NYC manhole. Utility officials say a truck dislodged the cover minutes before she fell.
Ukraine and Hungary move to resolve deadlock over minority rights that has stalled Kyiv’s EU bid
After years of difficult relations, Hungary and Ukraine are holding talks on the rights of the Hungarian minority in the war-torn country — a longstanding point of contention between the two countries and a major reason behind Budapest’s veto of Kyiv’s EU accession bid.
Sonic The Hedgehog Production Company Is Bringing Classic Adventure Broken Sword To The Big Screen
After many aborted efforts, it seems this time a movie adaptation could really happen
War in Middle East: latest developments
Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: - Pakistan minister in Tehran - War mediator Pakistan's interior minister Mohsin Naqvi headed to Iran for the second time this week amid an impasse between Tehran and Washington over a proposal to end the conflict,
Public pension boards are sacrificing pensioners for politics
There is an accountability gap at the center of public pension governance that is structural, not merely partisan.
Channel 4 Chief Denies Reports That ‘Married at First Sight U.K.’ Has Been Canceled Following Sexual Assault Allegations
Channel 4’s recently appointed CEO Priya Dogra gave an update on the scandal surrounding the British version of hit reality show “Married at First Sight” – also known as “MAFS UK” – on Wednesday, but denied reports that the show had been canceled. In the series, single people –
81-year-old Minecraft streamer swatted while raising money for grandson's cancer treatment
GrammaCrackers says she's 'Never had that much attention in my life.'
Africa: Africa Must Turn Trust and Critical Minerals Into Factories, Jobs and Lasting Growth
[Daily Maverick] South Africa's G20 presidency last year revived an old and uncomfortable question: If Africa has been "rising" for more than two decades, why has so much of that promise failed to translate into factories, jobs, exports and broad-based prosperity?
Africa: BRICS Members At Odds Over Iran War, but Lamola Insists Bloc Retains Solidarity
[Daily Maverick] Sharp divisions over the Iran war challenge BRICS unity, yet Minister Ronald Lamola asserts that the group remains solid despite differing views among its members.
After over a year of tit-for-tat, the US and China could slash sky-high tariffs
After more than a year of escalating trade tensions, Beijing and Washington say they are ready to cut tariffs on tens of billions of dollars worth of goods — but analysts warn the impact on growth may be limited.
Google announces sweeping AI overhaul of its search engine
The tech giant unveiled sweeping updates to Search, Gemini and AI-powered eyeglasses in its push towards an AI-first ecosystem.
Africa: AUC Chairperson This Morning Officially Opened Closed-Door Consultation Bringing Together the Special Representatives, High Representatives and Permanent Representatives of the Chairperson
[African Union] The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning officially opened closed-door consultation bringing together the Special Representatives, High Representatives and Permanent Representatives of the Chairperson.
Could future Mars settlers print their own tools?
If humans one day settle Mars, they will need tools and parts to build structures on the planet. Carrying heavy, bulky supplies 34 million miles from Earth would be impractical. A better plan, says Zane Mebruer, a recent graduate of the U of A, would be 3D printing items on the
