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Uber is partnering with drone delivery company Zipline to bring food to your doorstep in as little as five minutes. The companies aim to complete one million drone deliveries per day by the end of 2029.
Scientists taught artificial intelligence to identify 20 famous jazz pianists by their unique playing styles alone, achieving over 94% accuracy. The breakthrough reveals mathematical patterns in music too subtle for human ears and could revolutionize how we teach and preserve jazz.
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A landscape contractor hit his shovel on something unexpected in his backyard, a 150-pound limestone bust that might be connected to a famous artist. Now the couple is on a mission to solve an 80-year-old mystery.
Scientists discovered brain circuits that can change jobs on the fly, storing different types of memories with the same neurons. This finding reveals how our brains accomplish countless tasks without needing separate circuits for each one.
MIT engineers built the first biological circuit boards using bacteria that work like transistors, opening doors for plants that could sense drought or pests and respond on their own. The breakthrough connects simple living cells into complex computing systems that perform calculations.
Scientists just discovered that dozens of animal species can digest microbial bioplastics that have existed for hundreds of millions of years. This hidden talent could reshape how we understand nature's recycling systems and the future of sustainable materials.
Tech company Celestica is adding over 2,100 jobs in Malaysia to meet surging global demand for AI and cloud computing infrastructure. The expansion includes high-value roles in engineering and design, creating new career paths for the country's skilled workforce.
Germany's Saxony is visiting South Korea to learn how robots and digital technology can help care for its rapidly aging population. The four-day mission explores hospitals using service robots, digital patient monitoring, and paperless systems that could transform elder care back home.
South Korea just launched an ambitious national technology program targeting seven breakthrough fields from quantum computing to nuclear fusion. The SEED initiative includes $7 billion in funding through 2030 to make the country a leader in next-generation technologies.
Swedish pole vault superstar Armand Duplantis soared to 6.15 meters at the European Championships in Birmingham, breaking the championship record and securing his fourth consecutive European title. The 27-year-old Olympic and world champion continues to dominate his sport with performances that push the boundaries of human achievement.
Swedish pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis soared to a championship record of 6.15 meters in Birmingham, capturing his fourth consecutive European title despite battling injury setbacks. The win extends his remarkable streak to 12 straight gold medals across major championships.
Archaeologists in Ramat Gan, Israel just uncovered a massive ancient commercial complex complete with streets, shops, and pottery kilns dating back 1,300 years. The discovery offers a remarkable window into how people traded and lived during medieval times.
The Bell-Brown family gathered 200 descendants for their 85th annual reunion, with 94-year-old Annabelle Nanton attending every single one since the first gathering in 1941. What started with matriarch Ella Bell and Joseph Benjamin Brown has grown into a celebration spanning six generations and 462 family members.
Thousands gathered in Cincinnati this weekend for the 38th annual Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion, a four-day celebration connecting Black families with resources, opportunities, and community. Founded by civil rights leader Dr. Dorothy Height, the event proves that uplifting traditions can thrive for decades.
Three hikers who lost their way on a trail near Placerita Canyon Nature Center walked away unharmed Saturday, thanks to a quick response from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Search and Rescue team. The rescue shows how prepared emergency teams can turn a scary situation into a safe ending.
Every bottle of Sea Change Wine sold now funds ocean restoration through a new partnership with Ocean Conservation Trust. The eco-friendly brand has already donated over €750,000 to marine conservation since 2018.
Alliance City Schools partnered with local food banks to run free summer pantries, serving 175 families with fresh groceries when school meals weren't available. Students volunteered alongside teachers, turning food distribution into community connection.
Hyundai and Kia are on track to sell their 10 millionth eco-friendly vehicle this year, just 18 years after launching their first hybrid. The milestone shows how betting on both hybrids and electric vehicles can create real momentum in the shift away from gas-powered cars.