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NASA Confirms 75,000 MPH Meteor Exploded Over Massachusetts With Force of 300 Tons of TNT
IBTimes - 31 May 2026 14:42
A meteor travelling at 75,000 mph exploded over Massachusetts and New Hampshire, causing loud booms. NASA confirmed it was a natural event, not space debris, with an energy release of 300 tons of TNT.
How The James Webb Space Telescope Works Using Less Power Than Your Microwave
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 08:30
The James Webb Space Telescope is one of the most impressive pieces of technology ever made, but that doesn't mean it needs to draw a lot of power to function.
A Simple Container Full Of 100 Deadly Drones Could Be The Future Of Warfare
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 02:45
Drone warfare is changing the warfare landscape. This container can contain up to 100 drones that can be deployed in minutes. Here's what we know.
Why Are Nuclear Fuel Rods Thrown Out With 90% Of Their Potential Power Left?
BGR - 31 May 2026 10:47
Nuclear power may be the answer to our energy problems, but if that's true, why are we tossing out the fuel rods when they still have some life?
4 Of The Best Portable Air Conditioners In 2026
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 10:45
Air conditioners come in many shapes and sizes, including a selection of highly-regarded portable units as well. These are some of the best.
Quantum computing looms, and your security is nowhere near ready
ZDNet - 31 May 2026 10:00
Quantum is coming soon to an enterprise near you. But that shift brings significant security concerns.
This Cool Motorcycle Has Hollow Wheels That'll Let You Float It Across Water
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 09:45
Some bikes go fast on asphalt, while others tear up dirt roads. But this bike goes down a different path with wheels that let it float on water.
The secret to pigeons incredible navigation was hiding in their liver
Science Daily - 31 May 2026 07:34
Scientists have uncovered a surprising navigation system in pigeons: iron-filled immune cells in the liver that may act like tiny magnetic sensors. Birds deprived of these cells struggled to find their way home under ove...
Acer Swift Air 14 vs. MacBook Neo: Which cheap-ish laptop should you buy?
The Gadget Flow - 31 May 2026 00:52
Youve done the hard part. Youve scrolled past the $2,000 machines, ignored the gaming laptops with dragon logos, and landed on two laptops that both cost about as much as a nice phone. The Acer Swift Air 14 starts at.. T...
Berkshire Hathaway-Taylor Morrison $8.5 Billion Deal Explained: What It Means For TMHC Shareholders
IBTimes - 31 May 2026 23:39
Berkshire Hathaway acquires Taylor Morrison for $8.5 billion, marking a strategic expansion in the housing market under Greg Abel's leadership. The deal transitions Taylor Morrison to private ownership.
Everyone Has Their Targets Set on the MacBook Neo
Wired - 31 May 2026 23:00
Dell, Microsoft, and others are unveiling new laptops to compete directly with the Neo, but not all are learning the right lessons from Apple.
Dell puts the MacBook Neo on notice with XPS 13, only $599 for students at launch
Mashable - 31 May 2026 23:00
Dell has announced the XPS 13, a new budget laptop meant to compete with the MacBook Neo. It starts at $599 for students at launch.
'The Oral Tradition That Built Software May Not Survive AI'
Slashdot - 31 May 2026 22:15
A historian-turned-software engineer warns that "so little is ever written down" by professional programmers in a new article for Fast Company: Perhaps there's an early design doc, but then it turns out that ...
5 Budget 3D Printers Better Than The Prusa Mini+
BGR - 31 May 2026 21:17
The Prusa Mini+ is a reliable workhorse, but the budget 3D printing market moves fast. Several alternatives now offer better specs for similar or lower prices.
US Teachers' Union Urges Schools To Curb AI Chatbots and Screen Time
Slashdot - 31 May 2026 21:15
Axios reports: The American Federation of Teachers, the second-largest teachers' union in the U.S., released a 10-point plan to introduce AI and screen-time guardrails in classrooms. The plan would limit AI use and b...
These Smartphone Audio Settings Could Save Your Hearing (If You Use Headphones)
BGR - 31 May 2026 20:47
Listening to your favorite tunes at high volume is hard to resist, but it can also be dangerous. These smartphone audio features could save your hearing.
United Airlines subreddit riveted by Bluetooth goof gone awry
PC World - 31 May 2026 20:44
The r/unitedairlines subreddit is a special place for sensitive air travelers. Its typically home to posts like Where did the Stroopwaffel go??? (referring to one of Uniteds snack handouts) and constant complaints of pas...
5 Of The Worst Mistakes You Can Make When Using 4WD
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 20:30
Four-wheel drive can be a lifesaver in rough road conditions, but it's not magic. Using your truck or SUV's 4WD mode wrong can spell disaster for the unwary.
How to exorcise your HomePod and HomePod mini of 'ghost touches'
AppleInsider - 31 May 2026 20:22
Some owners of the HomePod and HomePod mini have been startled awake by music playing from their devices in the middle of the night. There are some things you can do to stop ghost or phantom touches firing up audio at ra...
MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld comes out on June 23
Engadget - 31 May 2026 20:22
The premium gaming handheld's price is expected to be around $1,500.
Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Her '90s Comic Book Adaptation An 'Unbelievably Bad' Movie
BGR - 31 May 2026 20:17
Jamie Lee Curtis has been in some iconic films, including "Halloween" and "Knives Out," but not everything is going to be an instant hit with the fans.
Engine Hours Vs. Idle Hours: What's The Difference?
Slash Gear - 31 May 2026 20:15
A vehicle's mileage doesn't tell the whole story. Comparing engine hours vs. idle hours reveals a different source of wear-and-tear.