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Indonesia’s mosque loudspeakers might save lives during natural disasters
Researchers have discovered that Indonesia's widespread mosque loudspeakers could be used to transmit emergency messages during natural disa…
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NASA to Host News Conference Previewing US Spacewalks 100, 101
NASA is hosting a news conference to preview two upcoming spacewalks that will focus on installing solar arrays and upgrading the power syst…
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NASA’s Chandra Breaks Down ‘Treble Clef’s’ Galaxy Cluster Collision
Astronomers have used NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory to study the formation of a unique shape in space, nicknamed "Treble Clef". This shap…
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NASA’s Space X CRS-35 Launch Jellyfish
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched on October 13, creating a visually striking phenomenon known as a "jellyfish" effect. The exh…
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NASA Develops Batteries to Power Humanity’s Return to Moon
NASA is developing new batteries that can withstand extremely cold temperatures, which would be essential for future moon missions. The goal…
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NASA to Discuss Artemis Acceleration, Status of Upcoming Moon Missions
NASA is planning to discuss its accelerated mission to return astronauts to the Moon's surface by 2028. The update will take place on Octobe…
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APOD: 2026 October 14 - Mars and the Beehive Under an Aurora
A picture from NASA shows Mars and the Beehive star cluster under an aurora in our solar system. The image was taken on October 14, 2026. Th…
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Hurricane Simon Lurks Off the Mexican Coast
A hurricane, known as Simon, is located off the coast of Mexico in the Pacific. NASA is monitoring its movement and status. The exact track …
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World's oldest shipwreck found off coast of Turkey
The world's oldest shipwreck has been discovered off the coast of Turkey. It dates back to a time period known as the Early Bronze Age. The …
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Chinese fossil of bird with undersized wings scrambles avian evolution - Reuters
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Gigantic prehistoric snake discovered in India may have been one of the largest ever
A massive prehistoric snake has been discovered in India and is believed to have been one of the largest ever found. The 47-million-year-old…
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The secret to easier exercise as an adult may start in childhood
A study on guinea fowl found that birds who carried weights in childhood required less energy to do so as adults. In contrast, birds who did…
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Scientists discover how harmful “zombie cells” hide from the immune system
Researchers have identified a protein that helps aging cells evade the immune system, potentially contributing to age-related health issues.…
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AI reveals a hidden chemical shortcut that could turn CO2 into fuel
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to analyze over 10,000 chemical reactions involving the transformation of carbon dioxide into f…
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Scientists may have finally solved the mystery of the Moon’s two faces
Scientists have discovered a possible explanation for the Moon's contrasting sides using samples collected from its far side. The uneven hea…
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A planet 320 light-years away confirms what scientists long suspected
A new study has confirmed a long-held hypothesis about planetary formation by finding similarities between the composition of a distant plan…
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210-million-year-old dinosaur discovery reveals a lost world in Africa
A 210-million-year-old dinosaur found in Zimbabwe is revealing a previously unknown prehistoric ecosystem. The discovery indicates that diff…
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Green, pink and purple: Astronomers reveal the surprising true colors of white dwarf stars
Astronomers from the University of Warwick have discovered that white dwarf stars come in a variety of colors including green. They also fou…
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New chip-scale gyroscope measures rotation with unprecedented sensitivity
Scientists have created a new device that can accurately measure very slow rotations. This tiny chip-scale gyroscope has achieved record sen…
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Waste plastics become molecular sponges that capture water from air
Researchers have turned discarded plastics like packaging materials and LEGO bricks into materials that absorb moisture from the air. These …
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Genome publishing overhaul targets 200 reports per month, up from 30
The Wellcome Sanger Institute plans to significantly boost its publication of genome notes, going from 30 per month to 200. This increased o…
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A single carbon atom stitches flat molecules into 3D structures
Researchers in Japan have discovered a method to add three-dimensional structure to flat molecules using only a single carbon atom. This pro…
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Engineered enzyme could improve detection of HIV and other viruses
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USU Teams Up With Utah Startup Company to Advance Retinal Disease Research - Utah State University
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A Quantum Breakthrough Inside a Diamond Could Help Solve One of Einstein’s Greatest Mysteries - SciTechDaily
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European Innovation Council backs 43 projects to turn breakthrough research into prototypes - European Innovation Council
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Software Breakthrough Could Spur Quantum Computer Advances - AZoQuantum
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Novel ultrafast solid oxide-ion conductors for low-temperature fuel cells - Science Tokyo
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Archaeology breakthrough: Scientists uncover remarkable detail into 146,000-year-old ‘Dragon Man’ skulls - GB News
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Ancient Egypt breakthrough as huge 'royal' discoveries made by farmer in tiny village - Daily Express
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Scientists uncover hidden eye drainage pathway that eluded researchers for centuries - Bol News
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South Korean Researchers Develop Flawless Ultrathin Semiconductors for Advanced Multi-Layer Chip Fabrication - Inkorr
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A Moon With No Sun Could Keep Water Liquid for 4.3 Billion Years, Scientists Say
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The Netherlands Has Its Own Stonehenge and It Reveals How People Tracked Time 4,000 Years Ago
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NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from Florida Students
NASA is hosting a Q&A session with astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney for students in Florida. The event will feature the astronaut…
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Inches Below the Forest Floor, Archeologists in Germany Unearthed a Roman Temple to the War God
Archeologists in Germany have uncovered a Roman temple to the war god near Frankfurt. The excavation revealed floor plans from a temple, mil…
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Teenagers Worldwide Are Tackling the Plastics Crisis
A group of students in Singapore discovered their school cafeteria was using 72,000 pieces of single-use plastic every year. To address this…
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6 smart things to do with an empty egg carton before you toss it in the recycling bin
Empty cardboard egg cartons can be repurposed in various creative ways, including making a seed tray or paint well. These uses can help redu…
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Shh! Finland Is Hosting the “World’s Quietest Festival” in a National Park
Finland is hosting a unique festival called Quietchella in a national park, where nature sounds take center stage and visitors can experienc…
Kindness & Community
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Teen Triathlete Raises More Than $30,000 to Donate Bikes and Riding Lessons to Low-Income Families
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Pittsburgh Water Launches Debt Forgiveness Program to Help Families with Rising Costs
The city of Pittsburgh is offering a debt forgiveness program for residents who have outstanding water utility debts. This program will forg…
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World’s Heaviest Pumpkin Sets Incredible New Record at 2,856 lbs.
A British farmer has grown the heaviest pumpkin ever recorded, weighing in at an incredible 2,856 pounds. The massive squash was certified a…
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Good News in History, October 14
Dwight D Eisenhower, also known as Ike, was born on October 14 in Texas. He went on to become the 34th President of the United States and is…
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Jared Campbell Helps Students Discover Their Inner Hero at Sandy Creek - Oswego County Today
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Vikings star Aaron Jones helps bring new turf field to United Heroes League - Hastings Journal
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Lancashire Lions founder Sheraz Chohan shortlisted for national Unsung Hero award - Lancashire Evening Post
Underdog Wins
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Tennis: Avon excels in underdog role as it reaches state team tournament Final Four - Chronicle Telegram
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Underdog Owls stun Lexington 42-33 - The Navasota Examiner
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No. 6-seeded underdog shocks top-ranked N.J. tennis program, wins sectional championship - NJ.com
Tech for Good
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Seventeen Organizations Secure $36 Million From Google.org Challenge - Unite.AI
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Edinburgh University researchers develop software breakthrough to advance quantum computing - Midlothian View
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Cat-Like Whiskers Help Tiny Drones Fly in the Dark
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Researchers use AI to design proteins that cut up other proteins
Researchers have used artificial intelligence to design proteins that can break down other proteins by targeting their peptide bonds. These …
Animals
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Wildlife photographer of the year 2026, the winning images
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Dog that hunts invasive 'sea vomit' honoured as animal of the year
A dog named Sgiath has been recognized for its unique ability to hunt invasive sea squirts in the UK. Trained to sniff them out, this is bel…
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Spawning coral release quintillions of eggs each year, new calculations suggest
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De-Extinction Breakthrough: How AI Just Brought the Dodo 1 Step Closer to Reality - Inc.com
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Ocean discovery: Pacific bluefin tuna confirmed in Victorian waters - Phys.org
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World first - rare froglets born at London Zoo in breakthrough for Critically Endangered species - Pressat.co.uk
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Pet of the Week: Meet Onyx! - WMTV 15 NEWS
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Asiatic lions return to Gujarat’s Barda Wildlife Sanctuary after 144 years: What travellers should know - The Times of India
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The Genesee River is now 1,500 sturgeon richer - WXXI News