Approximately 4.6 billion years ago, our solar system formed from a huge disk of gas and dust orbiting our sun. The asteroids seen today are some of the most complete artifacts of this formation that are left to observe. Scientists can study these floating time capsules and examine their composition, shape, and surface makeup to infer what our solar system was like when it was born.
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In Nobody 2, we see Hutch Mansell, played by Bob Odenkirk, striving to reconnect with his family during what seems like an innocent vacation in Plummerville. However, this ordinary trip quickly devolves into intense mayhem when he finds himself at odds with a corrupt theme-park operator and a dubious sheriff. This leads to an explosive showdown with the ruthless crime boss, Lendina (Sharon Stone).
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A newly published study challenges long-held assumptions about the origins of urban civilization in ancient Mesopotamia, suggesting that the rise of Sumer was driven by the dynamic interplay of rivers, tides, and sediments at the head of the Persian Gulf. Published today in PLOS One, the study titled “Morphodynamic Foundations of Sumer” was led by Liviu Giosan, Senior Scientist Emeritus in…
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David Walmsley, chief digital and technology officer at jewellery retailer Pandora, is reflecting on four years of sparkling progress. His team has built a platform for digital transformation. Now he’s eager to help push the business into new data-enabled areas. When Computer Weekly last spoke with Walmsley in early 2021, he’d recently transitioned from being chief digital and omnichannel…
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The Federal Reserve’s July meeting came and passed precisely as expected: without any change to its benchmark effective federal funds rate (EFFR). Chairman Jerome Powell and the other governors noted their post-meeting press release that the central bank will be holding its EFFR steady in the 4.25% to 4.50% range, noting that “uncertainty about the economic outlook remains elevated.
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Seafood lovers in the U.S. are being warned about a recall over the risk of potentially radioactive shrimp — and no, it’s not a character in a new superhero movie. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued a warning about a frozen shrimp brand sold at some Walmart stores in the U.S. due to radioactive contamination in one shipment that was identified before it entered the…
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People using the popular weight-loss drug Mounjaro in the United Kingdom are set to pay a higher price for it, as pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly said it will raise the U.K. list price by up to 170 per cent. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump is trying to get drugmakers to raise prices in Europe to allow for price cuts in the United States. However, Canadians are not going to see a…
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Microsoft has announced the release date for the Xbox ROG Ally line of gaming handhelds. It has also announced the Handheld Compatibility Program, which will make more titles optimized for the ROG Ally. The handheld, which was announced during the Xbox Game Showcase at Summer Game Fest, is a collaboration between Asus and Microsoft. The Xbox ROG Ally will feature Xbox branding and a bespoke…
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Around one in seven cases of life-threatening allergic reactions seem to be caused by foods not typically labelled as potential allergens on a product’s packaging, prompting researchers to argue policies around this need to change. Food allergies are becoming more common, but many official allergen lists have not been updated in years. For instance, the European Union’s mandatory labelling of…
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Since its public debut in 2022, ChatGPT has swiftly reshaped the technological landscape and global economy. As the first widely accessible artificial intelligence (AI) tool to deliver near-human cognitive performance (from holding conversations and drafting emails to coding and conducting complex research), it has captured the attention of the general public and the business world.
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A new study argues that a 3,000-year-old hymn from the ancient Syrian port city of Ugarit shares remarkable musical patterns with sacred texts from ancient India, suggesting the existence of a global musical culture during the Bronze Age. The theory challenges our understanding of how isolated ancient civilizations were and claims music is perhaps history’s first universal language.
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Americans are saving more money — and for some, the change in habit comes down to how they feel about the economy. More than 4 out of 10 Americans, or 44%, say they’ve engaged in so-called vibe-based budgeting, according to a new survey by Intuit Credit Karma. In other words, they have adjusted their financial habits based on their feelings about the economy, regardless of whether their…
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Updated on: August 19, 2025 / 4:21 PM EDT / CBS News Air Force Chief of Staff General David Allvin announced he’s retiring in November, just two years into a four-year term as the Air Force’s top general. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as the 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff and I’m thankful for Secretary Meink, Secretary Hegseth and President Trump’s…
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At least 15 people are feared dead in fresh flash floods triggered by intense rain in Pakistan’s north-western region, that’s already reeling from last week’s devastating deluge. An official said a sudden surge in water had submerged several houses and swept away residents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Heavy rains have also interrupted relief work in the region. The number of people…
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A remarkable imperial stone inscription, tentatively dated to the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534 AD), has been discovered carved into a natural granite boulder in the grasslands of Mongolia. The find represents one of the most significant epigraphic discoveries related to ancient ******** imperial campaigns in recent years, potentially shedding new light on frontier governance and cultural exchange…
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Recent bouts of market volatility haven’t done much to dim investor confidence, according to a new report. After a year of wild market swings followed by the S&P 500 hitting fresh highs last week, nearly two-thirds of investors expect their portfolios to perform the same or better in the coming months, according to Fidelity Investments’ “State of the American Investor” study. However…
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Two years after the AI hype began, in early 2024, language-learning company Duolingo (NASDAQ:) cut 10% of contract workers as it shifted to AI-powered app content. In late April, Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn doubled down, informing the workforce that all contract workers will be replaced by AI. Furthermore, he said the company will hire new employees only if existing teams prove unable to automate…
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Assyrtiko may lead the way in Santorini’s vineyards but Aidani is the quiet presence that often makes the lasting impression. It doesn’t need to shout. Its floral aromas, soft texture and relaxed charm speak clearly, especially in summer. Aidani is one of the island’s old native white varieties. Traditionally blended with Assyrtiko and Athiri to add aroma and balance, it has recently gained…
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Kyiv has offered to purchase around $90 billion in U.S. weapons, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly said at a press briefing outside the White House Monday. The purchase offer, which has yet to be formalized, was part of security guarantees that were discussed, Zelenskyy said, according to Reuters. The Ukrainian president added that details for the security guarantees will be…
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Bernd Debusmann Jr Reporting from the White House Watch: Key moments from Zelensky-Trump White House talks President Volodymyr Zelensky returned to the White House on Monday to meet US President Donald Trump for fresh talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Several European leaders also flew to Washington to attend the meeting, days after Trump met Russia’s President Vladimir…
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Among the many tragic and beautiful stories of Greek mythology, the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice stands out as one of the most poignant explorations of love and death. Orpheus, famed for his divine musical talents, was the ultimate lover and artist—his music could charm all creatures, mortal and divine alike, and even move the hearts of the gods. His love story began with Eurydice…
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Aluminum oxide or alumina is the fruit fly of materials science: thoroughly researched and well-understood. This compound, with the simple chemical formula Al2O3, occurs frequently in Earth’s crust in the form of the mineral corundum and its well-known color variants sapphires and rubies—and is used for a wide variety of purposes, whether in electronics, the chemical industry…
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Readers of a certain age will recall President Ronald Reagan launching one of the most ambitious military buildups in American history. In a bid to overwhelm the Soviet Union, Reagan doubled the U.S. military’s budget from under $150 billion in 1980 to over $300 billion by 1985. The government invested heavily in B-1 bombers, MX missiles and an expanded Navy fleet.
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Judy Faulkner, founder and chief executive officer of Epic Systems Corp., during the Forbes Healthcare Summit in New York, Dec. 5, 2023. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Do not go public. Do not acquire or be acquired. Software must work. These are the first three of the 10 commandments splashed across bathrooms and breakrooms at Epic Systems’ sprawling 1,670…
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