Science & Breakthroughs
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Podcast Transcript September 4th, 2026 - AI music banned from Australia’s charts, Roman telescope launches, a biodegradable balloon and much more!
A new telescope has been launched after surviving attempts to cancel the project twice. A biodegradable balloon has finally been developed a…
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Why managers struggle with coaching and what the research says to do instead
Despite investing in coaching, many organizations struggle to make it a priority for managers, and research shows coaching skills are often …
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Statins reduce heart attack risk in healthy adults over 70, decade-long trial confirms
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NASA Ames Fire Department Aircraft Firefighting Training
The NASA Ames Fire Department will conduct a training exercise at Moffett Federal Airfield in California from September 8 to 11 using an air…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Hosts Virtual Artemis Webinar for Blind, Low-Vision Community
NASA held an online event called the Artemis Webinar specifically for people with visual impairments. The webinar was likely designed to mak…
NASA Breaking News
Lunar Occultation of Venus
On June 17, 2026, a rare astronomical event occurred when the Moon hid Venus from view in parts of North America. The event was visible to s…
NASA Breaking News
APOD: 2026 September 4 - Na Uhane Mahoe Huki Pu i ke Ola
Today's Astronomy Picture of the Day features an image of two spiral galaxies that are connected by a dark bridge of gas and dust. The image…
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A Trio of Tropical Cyclones in the Pacific
Three tropical cyclones have developed in the Pacific Ocean. The storms are located at various points on the globe and are being monitored b…
BBC News Science
Ancient cave art discovery suggests first known humans in Ireland walked over from Wales
Ancient cave art discovered in Ireland suggests humans may have migrated from Wales via an ice age land bridge. The cave art, created during…
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Is a whale fossil the leftovers of a Bronze Age Sunday roast?
A 10-year-old boy discovered a whale fossil on the shore while searching for other fossils. The fossil is believed to be from an ancient tim…
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Renewable energy in NI reaches record level
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Officer to combat homes pumping sewage into rivers
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A longer exhale may push your brain toward bolder decisions
Research found that slow breathing with a longer exhale increases people's willingness to take risks, affecting their heart activity and sen…
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Scientists reveal the hidden instructions that build the human brain
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Scientists discover a bizarre “devil flower” hidden in Thailand
A peculiar black "devil flower" has been discovered in Thailand, which lives mostly underground and obtains nutrients by stealing them from …
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Stanford scientists discover a seafood that can reverse signs of aging
Stanford scientists have found a substance in sea squirts that seems to reverse some signs of aging in older mice. The substance improved th…
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Scientists overturn a theory about this shark’s strange head
A long-held theory about bonnethead sharks' head shape has been disproven by scientists. Research suggests that both male and female bonneth…
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MIT turns bacteria into living transistors
MIT scientists have developed a new technology that uses bacteria to create transistors which can perform calculations and direct chemical s…
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Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication
Researchers analyzed data from sensors in the Arctic Ocean and discovered a variety of sounds from natural sources such as sea ice cracking …
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A new type of LED light could bring significant efficiency gains
Scientists at Lund University have created a new type of LED light that uses branched nanowires and could lead to more efficient lighting. T…
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In ant nervous systems, gene expression may drive rescue behavior
A team of researchers studied why some ants help injured nestmates while others do not. They found that the difference is not related to the…
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Magic-angle graphene provides evidence for unconventional superconductivity
Scientists have made a breakthrough discovery in understanding the properties of magic-angle graphene, a material that exhibits unusual elec…
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New AI tool maps the hidden universe of small molecules
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AI helps reveal the immersive sensory experiences of ancient Etruscan tombs
Researchers used AI to analyze Etruscan tomb paintings in Italy, providing a new perspective on how ancient civilizations experienced these …
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Evidence-based approach shows de-escalation is a learnable police skill
A new study shows that police officers can be trained in effective de-escalation techniques, which are crucial for resolving situations with…
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Embedded platinum channels bring nanoscale spin-based thermoelectric conversion to bulk materials
A research team has created a new composite material that can convert heat into electricity using spin-based thermoelectric conversion. This…
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Virus-like particles enable gene activity tracking over time in the same cells
Scientists have found a way to track gene activity in cells over time using virus-like particles. These particles allow researchers to measu…
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Sound waves and water droplets transform paper waste into higher-value chemical compound
Scientists at the University of Illinois have created an efficient method to convert lignin, a common byproduct of paper production, into hi…
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Underlying mechanism of Atg2-mediated lipid transfer in autophagy identified
Scientists have identified how a specific protein helps deliver lipids to autophagosomes, which are responsible for breaking down damaged or…
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Particle shape and size predict asteroid strength, revealing Bennu's surface is 50 times weaker than ground coffee
Researchers have found a way to predict an asteroid's strength based on its particle shape and size. The study used data from the asteroid B…
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Archaea as 'flexitarians': Ammonia-oxidizing microbes also feed on amino acids
Researchers have discovered that certain microorganisms living in marine sponges are not limited to a single food source, but can also consu…
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Can synthetic cells save the world? - vox.com
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10 life sciences startups selected for accelerator program - BioSpace
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How was the Moon formed? Scientists uncover new clues in recent breakthrough - The News International
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Can GSK’s Hepatitis B Breakthrough Become a £2 Billion Opportunity? - Yahoo Finance
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Breakthrough Pancreatic Cancer Drug Shows Promise In Lung Cancer Trial - Forbes
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PET Radiotracer Gets FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation for Tumor Hypoxia Detection in HPV-Positive Oropharyngeal Carcinoma - diagnosticimaging.com
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Gov. Healey, MIT President Launch MIT Future Fest - Mirage News
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dsm-firmenich elevates taste in medical nutrition solutions - Nutrition Insight
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Honour for Sheffield pioneer whose work paved the way for one of medicine’s most important discoveries - University of Sheffield
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Nuclear reactor simulations advance with quantum particle transport breakthrough - Interesting Engineering
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US Vylor unveils Edge platform for global agriculture innovation - Fibre2Fashion
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Kirin and JSW advance PET chemical recycling with 95% depolymerization breakthrough - Packaging Insights
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Russian scientists deploy AI to develop Alzheimer’s drug that crosses blood‑brain barrier - Новости GxP
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Sunlight and seawater power new hydrogen breakthrough at CSIR-IICT - The Hindu
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The 41-Day Decomposition Timeline Marks a Breakthrough by Chinese Researchers in Creating Living Fabrics from Fungi and Yeasts, Resulting in a Dress That Self-Repairs, Repels Water, and Changes Color to Minimize Fashion Waste - CPG Click Oil and Gas
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A Breakthrough in Liver Cancer Treatment: How Mini-Tumors Are Changing the Game - Jo24.net
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Adaptive yeast form of scientific empathy for tempe makers: Ministry - ANTARA News
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Genetically engineered pig kidney kept a man off dialysis for 9 months - It is a world record - ThePrint
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'Miracle' pig organ keeps man alive for 271 days in medical breakthrough - Daily Star
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Antigravity Unveils Latest Breakthrough at IFA, Broadening Creative Options - businessmole.com
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Mass Megawatts Introduces Breakthrough Salt Rejection Tech to Cut Solar Desalination Costs Below Tap Water Prices - Kalkine Media
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Kathmandu-Terai/Madhesh Expressway Tunnel Breakthrough Achieved - Ratopati
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Biblical site where Jesus 'walked on water' discovered after 2,000 years - the-express.com
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Archaeologists could finally have found Noah's Ark as telltale signs discovered - GB News
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Britons set to see gene-edited fruit on supermarket shelves for first time - GB News
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ISRO’s Naughty Boy Turns Hero, Delivers India’s Historic Space Imaging Breakthrough - Dynamite News
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Harvard researchers sustain cultured human brain organoids over 5 years - NewsBytes
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Scientists put a pig kidney inside a man and it worked for 9 months - is this the future of organ transplants? - Pulse Nigeria
ZME Science
Scientists Have Engineered Lettuce and Tobacco to Make a Meat Protein
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A 2000-Year-Old Ring Bears Pontius Pilate’s Name but One Letter Changes Everything
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Used EV Sales Are Surging Even Without Tax Credits and Rising Gas Prices May Be Helping
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Japan Is Launching a Probe to Collect the First-Ever Samples From a Martian Moon
Japan is launching a spacecraft to collect samples from the Martian moon Phobos for the first time. The mission marks Japan's return to Mars…
Ars Technica Science
Medieval manuscripts are "biological time capsules" for deadly sheeppox virus
Scientists have found fragments of a deadly virus preserved in ancient sheep skins used to make medieval manuscripts, which may help them un…
Ars Technica Science
Second complete map of a fruit fly brain completed
Researchers have finished mapping every neuron in a male fruit fly's brain. This detailed map will help accelerate neurobiology research and…
Health
Environment & Climate
Reasons to Be Cheerful
The Spark: Your Laundromat Could Be a Library
A laundromat in Wyoming, Ohio has been transformed into a makeshift library where people can study and read while doing their laundry. The l…
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EU to propose ban on waste exports, including aluminium scrap, to non-OECD countries - Reuters
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Europe on Track For Record Wind Year - renewableenergymagazine.com
Kindness & Community
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Endangered Salmon Return to California Rivers in Incredible Numbers: ‘Everybody’s just ecstatic’
A significant increase in coho salmon has been reported in central California rivers, with 30,000 returning last season compared to an avera…
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Neighbors Get Swept Up in Man’s Viral Journey to Clean a NYC Street Block Every Day for 100 Days
A man has been cleaning up a street block in Washington Heights, NYC every day for 100 days and his neighbors are getting involved.
Good News Network
A Terrier Rescued After Spending 2 Days Underground Lost in a Badger Warren
A man's 6-year-old terrier named Cello got lost in a badger warren while on a walk and spent two days underground before being rescued. The …
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After 30 Years of Estranged Trains, Sweden and Finland Re-Connect Their Railway Lines
A train has made the journey from Finland to Sweden, marking a significant connection between their railway lines after 30 years of disconne…
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Good News in History, September 4
Japanese Nobel laureate Shinya Yamanaka is celebrating his 64th birthday, having made groundbreaking contributions to stem cell science by i…
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How to Do Your Own Online Health Research Like a Scientist: A Biostatistician’s Step‑by‑Step Guide
Many people want to do their own health research but struggle to navigate through the overwhelming amount of available information and confl…
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Nepali foreman rescued from tunnel says he stayed behind to help others - Reuters
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Students with lower grades earn degrees more often when they belong to an academic major's majority group
Students in majority groups within their academic major tend to perform better academically. For instance, women earn a quarter of engineeri…
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Same-sex marriages surged before Bolsonaro took office, Brazil data reveal
Data from Brazil show that before Jair Bolsonaro's presidency began, there was an uptick in same-sex marriages. This increase was most prono…
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How students at Colorado State helped teach their community to stop talking past each other and manage complex problems - Cobb Courier
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Awards honor Schuyler County residents - observer-review.com
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Hedgehog carer and teen pageant star among winners - BBC
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Meet the 9 finalists in the Community Foundation Wakefield District Unsung Heroes awards - here's how to vote - Wakefield Express
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At the Minnesota State Fair, underdog candidates find an even playing field - Minnesota Reformer
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Colts receive the underdog narrative they didn't know they needed - Horseshoe Heroes
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What went right this week: the good news that matters
Underdog Wins
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Manu Goes From Underdog to Top Dog With Huskies - si.com
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$1K Underdog promo code “CUSE” updates $50 college football bonus through Labor Day Weekend - syracuse.com
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Underdog Promo Code STREET: Play $5, Get $50 Bonus for College Football Week 1 Games - russellstreetreport.com
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Underdog Promo Code LABSNEWS: $50 Bonus for CFB Week 1, DFS Picks - FantasyLabs
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How Cardinals Preseason Underdog Eku Leota Survived Roster Cuts - si.com
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2026 Week 1 Preview: Boston College Eagles @ Cincinnati Bearcats - Underdog Dynasty
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NFL executives gave Jaguars the underdog narrative they didn't know they needed - Black and Teal
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Ex-Hokies QB leads UMass to rare win as 29.5-point underdog - The Virginian-Pilot
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2026 Week 1 Preview: Arkansas State Red Wolves @ Memphis Tigers - Underdog Dynasty
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‘Coyote vs. Acme’ is a triumphant underdog story - The Bradley Scout
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Alto Ingredients: The Ethanol Underdog Just Strung Together 4 Straight Winning Quarters - Seeking Alpha
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College Football Underdog Picks: Week 1 Plays for Darian Mensah, CJ Carr, Bryce Underwood, More - Action Network
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2026 Week 1 Preview: Oklahoma State Cowboys @ Tulsa Golden Hurricane - Underdog Dynasty
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Football Recap: Underdog by State Rank, Oak Hills Still Tops Rancho Cucamonga + How To Watch - MaxPreps
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BREAKING: From Underdog To Superstar ? Alex Eala's Incredible Transformation Shocks Tennis Fans! Giants Vs Dodgers (M7iJxu1A21) - Mshale
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DWCS 2026 Week 4 Full Card Predictions | UNDERDOG LOCK & CONFIDENT PICKS Cuneo (XptmVvm51P) - Mshale
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Against all odds, Bokaro principal helps students aim higher - The Times of India
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The ACL gamble that's got Gryan flyin' against all odds - afl.com.au
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Sheffield United Women relishing underdog tag ahead of opener against Leicester City - thestar.co.uk
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Coyote vs. Acme: The Film Saved and the Comeback of the Eternal Underdog - Gamesurf
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Dark R-Rated Superhero Comedy Is The Ultimate Underdog Story - Giant Freakin Robot
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Baylor vs Auburn Prediction: Why the Underdog Bears Offer Week 1 Value - CFB - Forums - Pregame
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“I don’t mind it,” Karen Khachanov embraces underdog role after upsetting Félix Auger-Aliassime - Tennis Tonic
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Underdog Bonus Code SBWIRE $1000 Deposit Promo & Chance to Win $1 Million (Sept. 4) - Golfweek
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Underdog Promo Code ROTOWIRE: $1 Million Free to Play Game + $1000 Deposit Match - RotoWire
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Underdog Promo Code COVERS: Get up to $1,000 Bonus for Miami vs. Stanford, Week 1 College Football - Covers.com
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Tech for Good
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'Hidden order in disorder' makes nanodevices easier to design
New research has found that metasurfaces, tiny optical devices, can be more easily designed thanks to their predictable and repeating patter…
MIT Technology Review
Architecting memory and storage in the AI era
Advanced technology is being used to process large amounts of data quickly for various applications such as healthcare and customer support.…
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Meet Carol Reiley, a Johns Hopkins robotics scientist who's written a book for kids - Johns Hopkins University
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FDA Breakthrough Device Designation Granted to AI Tech That Drafts Radiology Reports - Medical Product Outsourcing
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Breakthrough in technology for safe lead-free solar cells - BGNES
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Photonic AI Breakthrough Positions Lightmatter in Next-Gen Computing Race - TipRanks
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Naura claims breakthrough to aid CXMT in 3D DRAM production - Crypto Briefing
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Underdog Promo Code “MASS”: New $50 bonus and $1K deal for Labor Day Weekend - MassLive
ZME Science
Meet Moroti Adegboyega, the 17-Year-Old Who Wants to Clean up Plastic by Making It Magnetic
A 17-year-old boy has created a magnetic substance that may help remove plastic from polluted water. The material, which resembles black goo…
Wired Science
The Best Automatic Litter Box of 2026: Petkit and Litter-Robot
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The 6 Best Monitors That Actually Work Well With Macs
People who use Macs for work can choose from several good monitors that complement their computers. These monitors are suitable for completi…
Wired Science
Dermstore Coupons: 25% Off for September 2026
Customers can get discounts of up to 25% at Dermstore in September 2026 using verified coupon codes. The discounts are available for premium…
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How, where to trade on Week 1 college football: Top sites, apps, promos for Polymarket, Kalshi, Underdog - CBS Sports
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Underdog promo code CBSSPORTS2: 50% deposit match for up to $1,000 for CFB, MLB, more on Friday, Sept. 4 - CBS Sports
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Animals
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Gray wolf sighting in Lake County sparks hopes of continued California comeback - sacbee.com
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The Native Western Fish Making A Comeback - WorldAtlas
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Australia’s endangered eastern quolls have welcomed new joeys; after vanishing from the mainland for 60 y - The Times of India
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How an endangered Washington ground squirrel is determining when crews can dig at Oregon’s renewable energ - The Economic Times
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A pigeon with a ‘bleeding heart’ has returned after 20 years: Rare Philippine bird spotted in 2026, but w - The Times of India
Wired Science
How a Secret Orangutan Breeding Program Is Creating a Baby Boom
A secret orangutan breeding program has been successful in creating more animals, which is generating public interest in protecting the spec…
World
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UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true size
A new world map will be adopted by the United Nations, one that accurately represents the size of Africa. This change reflects a more accura…
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Argentine couple to return Nazi-looted painting to rightful owner
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'Layer upon layer of miracles' to find tunnel survivors, Nepal rescue adviser tells BBC
Rescuers in Nepal faced numerous obstacles while trying to reach people trapped in a tunnel. They used various methods such as searching for…
BBC News Science
From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom
Avocado demand is increasing in India, prompting local farmers to cultivate this crop. Indian growers are targeting the growing market to in…
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US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting restrictions - Reuters
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UN approves resolution in support of map that shows Africa's true size - Reuters
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EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria's SEC approves about $1.6bn Dangote Refinery IPO - Reuters
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Gulf shipping traffic via Hormuz keeps below 10-day average, data shows - Reuters
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Nine days after disaster, two pulled alive from Nepal hydropower tunnel - Reuters
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Marking record tenure, Meloni hails Italy's turn to stability - Reuters
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Take Five: Good evening, Mr Bond - Reuters
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India proposes mandatory battery storage for new renewable projects from July 2027 - Reuters
NPR Goats and Soda
The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size
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‘You should be really excited.’ Cal football ready for a breakthrough game against UCLA - latimes.com
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‘Breakthrough’: Chinese shipyard set to take orders from Nordic cruise operator - South China Morning Post
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Jekalyn Carr tells fans what to expect from her A Night of Breakthrough Tour - Rolling Out
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College Football Underdog Picks & Upset Predictions for Week 1 - Yahoo Sports
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College Football is Back: LSU, an Underdog, and Primetime in ATL - Sports Talk Florida
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Avenue 'underdogs for only time all season' as skipper awaits tasty FA Cup tie - Telegraph and Argus
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Frank Lampard wants 'no fear' and 'bravery' as Coventry City get to grips with 'underdog' tag - Coventry Telegraph