China’s largest contract chipmaker delivered a stronger-than-expected earnings performance to close the year, offering a rare bright spot in a semiconductor industry still navigating uneven recovery. The latest results...
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- First-ever observation of gas "boiling" on a distant star resembles a lava lamp.
- The red giant star R Doradus, along with its huge convective cells, was studied by scientists.
- The findings could enhance our understanding of the origins of constituents of stars, planets, and even life forms.
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- Verizon experienced a major nationwide outage on September 30, with over 100,000 customers reporting via DownDetectors by noon.
- The reason for the outage remains unclear, though Verizon is working tirelessly to identify and rectify it.
- An 'SOS' signal on a device indicates that only emergency calls can...
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- Several US states are rolling out home energy rebate programs to promote energy efficiency.
- The funding is tied to two new programs created by the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act.
- Consumers can access up to $14,000 in Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates.
- Only South Dakota has declined...
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* Betelgeuse may have a small, unseen companion star orbiting it.
* Independent studies assert the companion star has about the same mass as our sun.
* Historical measurements of Betelgeuse's brightness cycles suggest the companion's presence.
* Betelgeuse's companion star orbits every 2,100 days, causing the star's brightening and dimming...
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- Archaeologists discover nearly 50 well-preserved Viking skeletons in Denmark.
- The site, located in Åsum village on Funen Island, was discovered during preparation for laying electrical cables.
- Such a large-scale find from the Viking Age is rare, owing to the acidic nature of Scandinavian soil.
- Research will reveal...
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- Archaeologists discovered a gold plaque depicting a Scythian on horseback.
- The plaque dated back to 400 to 350 B.C. is from the Black Sea region.
- The Scythians were well-known as both distinguished warriors and skilled goldsmiths.
- Much of the Scythian history is derived from artifacts left behind...
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- A historic gold plaque depicting a Scythian on horseback surfaces from Turkey's Black Sea region.
- Crafted between 400 and 350 BC, the plaque offers insights into the Scythian culture.
- Scythians were known for their horse breeding and goldsmithing skills.
- The emphasis on horses in Scythian culture is...
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- Two independent studies suggest Betelgeuse, the red supergiant, has a tiny companion star.
- The unseen star is believed to have approximately the same mass as the Sun.
- The Sun-like star completes an orbit around Betelgeuse approximately every 2,100 days.
- Gravitational pull from this companion star may explain...
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- Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bipartisan bill against octopus farming for human consumption in California.
- The law considers octopuses as conscious, sentient beings that encounter pleasure, equanimity, social relationships as well as pain, stress, and fear.
- Business operators are prohibited to knowingly participate in marketing an...
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- A Tornado Watch issues an early alert for residents about possible tornadoes in their local area.
- Tornado warnings indicate an imminent threat to life and property, often when a tornado is sighted by radar or by weather watchers.
- Florida is currently issued a tornado watch in light...
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- Extensive excavations in Poland have unearthed an ancient cemetery with 160 artifacts dating back to the Neolithic and Early Bronze ages.
- A bronze vessel, believed to be a burial urn from the Roman period, was discovered with human remains inside, which is exceptionally rare in Poland.
- The...
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- Greenhouse gas emissions in California fell by 2.4% in 2022.
- Over half these reductions came from the transportation sector due to a surge in electric vehicle sales.
- Freight trucks are increasingly using crop-based biofuels instead of conventional diesel fuel.
- California has seen a 20% decrease in statewide...
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- California Governor Gavin Newsom signs a new law aiming to close a loophole enabling an increase in plastic bag waste.
- The legislation takes effect from January 1, 2026, focusing primarily on checkout bags and outlining adjustments regarding the definition of a recycled paper bag from January 1,...
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- The Khan's Palace in Bakhchysarai, Crimea, has lost its eligibility for UNESCO World Heritage listing due to authenticity compromise.
- Global restoration methods will be needed after the de-occupation of Crimea, according to Crimean Tatar historian Hulnara Abdulaieva.
- There's an ongoing destruction of the monument's authenticity amidst the...
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• Major changes to U.S. methadone regulations will permit more patients to consume this life-saving drug from the comfort of their home.
• The new policy will come into force early next month, marking the first significant update in methadone rules in two decades.
• Professionals express concerns that these...
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- A federal agency begins an investigation into Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for an alleged incident involving a dead whale two decades ago.
- Kathleen Kennedy, daughter of the individual in question, shared the story in an interview from 2012.
- Robert Kennedy cites allegations as tied to his endorsement...
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- Two United Airlines passengers were injured as pilots tried to avoid collision; FAA opens an investigation.
- The incident occurred while United Airlines Flight 2428 was descending into San Francisco International Airport.
- The injured passengers were transported to a hospital, although their condition remains unknown.
- United Airlines applauded...
The space industry seldom takes a break with its consistent advancements and developments. This week's highlight reel includes an unexpected partnership between Eutelsat and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the ongoing tussle between SpaceX and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and a new revelation regarding Europe's Ariane 6's debut launch mishap.
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- Archaeologists from Peru, the U.S., and Canada analyze 1,000-year-old textiles from the Huacas de Moche site in Northern Peru.
- Despite external influences, local Moche culture seems to have survived through centuries.
- The study focuses on cultural artifacts, specifically textiles, to understand the preservation of cultural identity.
- Moche...
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- Unidentified composition by a young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart uncovered at a library in Germany
- Discovery made during the compilation of the latest Koechel catalog, an archive of Mozart's musical works
- The piece, named "Ganz kleine Nachtmusik", comprises seven mini movements for a string trio, lasting approximately 12...
