Key Facts: United Airlines is set to introduce a flight filter allowing passengers to input their wheelchair dimensions and find flights with suitable cargo hold doors, as part of an agreement with the Department of Transportation. The airline also plans to refund the fare difference for customers who need to opt for a pricier flight …
Hyundai and Kia have issued a recall for more than 3.3 million vehicles from the 2010s model range due to concerns over fluid leaks that could potentially lead to engine compartment fires, whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion. Vehicle owners are advised to park outdoors and at a distance from structures as a …
In the 19th century, Paul Bert, an innovative French physiologist, introduced a novel and somewhat morbid method to lab experimentation: joining mice together, akin to a gardener grafting branches onto a tree. The underlying concept was to explore the attributes that could be transferred between the mice through their shared blood. In the 1950s, such …
“All my possessions for a moment of time.” Allegedly, these were the concluding words of Elizabeth I, the Queen of England, who was among the wealthiest women of her time. Her support for alchemists, who sought, among other things, the elixir of life, suggests a literal intent. However, her time ended in March 1603, just …
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NASA Chief, Bill Nelson, stated in a BBC interview that the US is engaged in a “space race with China to return to the moon,” expressing his determination to ensure “we get there first.” These remarks evoke memories of the 1960s and 1970s when NASA was in a competitive space race with the Soviet Union. …
Archaeologists are rapidly adopting advanced ground-scanning technology to uncover and preserve hidden ancient civilizations before they are lost forever. In the heart of Siena, Italy, stands a cathedral that has been a testament to history for nearly 800 years. This architectural marvel, visited by millions, is known to most as “the cathedral.” However, Stefano Campana, …
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The concept of a face-computing metaverse has yet to break into the mainstream, but this isn’t halting Meta’s endeavors to bring it to the fore. Today, Mark Zuckerberg, the Chief Executive of Meta, unveiled comprehensive details regarding two novel hardware products: a revamped virtual reality Quest headset and a fresh pair of Meta-powered smart glasses, …
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Sam Curry, a renowned security researcher based in the U.S., has raised concerns over a chilling effect on security research after he was detained and questioned by federal agents at Dulles International Airport in Washington DC. Curry, who works for blockchain technology company Yuga Labs, shared his experience on X, formerly known as Twitter, detailing …
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A study commissioned by the European Commission has indicated that X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, hosts the highest proportion of disinformation among six major social networks. The research scrutinized over 6,000 distinct posts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, and YouTube, focusing on Spain, Poland, and Slovakia—countries perceived as especially vulnerable to disinformation. …
Amazon is facing legal challenges as US regulators have filed a lawsuit against the company, accusing it of illegally maintaining monopoly power. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleges that Amazon employs “a set of interlocking anticompetitive and unfair strategies” to elevate prices and hinder competition. Responding to the allegations, Amazon has defended itself, stating that …
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