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A specialized conference in California is bringing together radio enthusiasts who are transforming vintage amateur radio into cutting-edge digital technology. The event celebrates how hobbyist experimenters are pushing the boundaries of wireless communication.
A $7 million defense contract is bringing diamond cooling technology to microchips, potentially making military equipment 10 times more powerful. The breakthrough lets chips run faster and last longer without overheating.
Electric school buses are doing double duty as mobile power plants, storing cheap electricity and feeding it back to the grid during peak demand. More than 30 utilities across 21 states are already running these programs.
Scientists discovered fossilized teeth from seven different shark species in Egypt's Western Desert, revealing a thriving ocean ecosystem that existed millions of years ago. Three of the species had never been documented in this region before.
Alwin thought he was just helping his sister Alpha, who has cerebral palsy, navigate daily life. Then he realized she was helping him just as much.
A Chennai neighborhood spent seven years turning a polluted lake into a thriving community space after their water wells ran dry. The restored Chitlapakkam Lake now recharges groundwater and draws evening crowds to its walking paths and parks.
One of London's busiest food markets just switched on the city's biggest rooftop solar installation, slashing emissions while keeping fresh produce flowing to restaurants across the capital. The 2,730-panel system proves major commercial sites can cut costs and carbon at the same time.
A major Japanese railway company just opened a two-way door for Taiwan's startup ecosystem, making it easier than ever for innovators to enter Japan's western business hub. The partnership replaces years of one-off visits with permanent infrastructure and real pathways to growth.
A Toronto-based accelerator has turned 15 years of startup data into a research goldmine that's helping entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls. The findings reveal what actually works when launching a science-based company.
A routine vaccine millions get for shingles might be doing something remarkable: protecting hearts for years afterward. New research on 70,000 Americans reveals an unexpected health bonus that could change how we think about vaccines.
A new 2 gigawatt solar cell factory coming to Yukon, Oklahoma will create 300 jobs and help America make its own clean energy technology. The facility could eventually triple in size as demand grows.
A new hybrid cargo ship running between South Australia and Adelaide operates on battery power 40% of the time, cutting emissions while carrying limestone for cement production. The vessel can be upgraded to run on 100% electric power in the future.
Speedo just launched smart goggles that analyze every aspect of your swimming without needing a screen or subscription. The iQ system tracks all four strokes, breathing patterns, and distance for just $189.
Japanese students honored 2,400 WWII prisoners of war by gifting 1,000 paper cranes to families of both victims and captors at Malaysia's Sandakan Memorial Park. The ceremony shows how the children of enemies can choose peace over inherited pain.
Researchers at Columbia University discovered a previously unknown cell type that shields lung cancer from the immune system, opening doors to new treatments. The finding could help existing immunotherapies work better by removing cancer's protective shield.
The National Science Foundation is funding a new center in Austin to teach robots how to adapt to our needs in homes, hospitals, and workplaces. This breakthrough research could transform how robots support independent living and healthcare.
A PhD student from rural Tennessee discovered how to transform wastewater treatment from a climate problem into a solution. His method converts two waste products into useful materials while slashing greenhouse gas emissions.
Teams on an Australian beach are vaccinating thousands of wild penguins against deadly bird flu in a world first program. The tiny birds waddle ashore each night into the arms of scientists racing to protect them before the virus spreads.