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Kristi Noem confirmed by US Senate to head Department of Homeland Security
South Dakota governor will take on Trump’s anti-immigration mission, air travel and natural disasters. Kristi Noem secured US Senate confirmation as homeland security secretary on Saturday, ...The Guardian - 12h -
A private US spacecraft headed to the moon captures a glorious view of Earth
A private U.S. spacecraft has captured stunning images of Earth one week into its flightABC News - 1d -
Earth’s Mini-Moon Was Probably a Piece of Its Real Moon
Scientists think a small rock discovered near Earth last August was hurled into space by an ancient impact on the lunar surface.The New York Times - 2d -
Under Trump, US Cyberdefense Loses Its Head
Chinese hacks, rampant ransomware, and Donald Trump’s budget cuts all threaten US security. In an exit interview with WIRED, former CISA head Jen Easterly argues for her agency’s survival.Wired - 2d -
The Loves of My Life: A Sex Memoir by Edmund White review – a glorious celebration of queer love
In frank and hilarious style, the author recounts the significant encounters that helped make him who he is. In this, Edmund White’s sixth memoir, the American novelist and critic observes that a ...The Guardian - 4d -
Middle East crisis live: US pick for UN affirms rightwing view on West Bank; UN chief urges Israeli forces to exercise ‘maximum restraint’
Trump ally Elise Stefanik says she supports Israeli claims of biblical rights to West Bank; António Guterres cautions Israel’s security forces over major West Bank operation. US President Donald ...The Guardian - 4d -
Texans Head Coach Speaks on Penalty Calls: ‘It Was Us vs. Everybody’
DeMeco Ryans made the comments after the officials flagged two particular hits against Kansas City’s Patrick Mahomes.The New York Times - 6d -
SpaceX's moon launch marks another win for private space companies
While SpaceX is not the sole new launch company, it has set the pace for reducing the cost and increasing the reliability of space launches.The Hill - 6d -
SpaceX loses spacecraft after catching rocket booster during test flight
While the Starship is lost, the mission's first-stage booster successfully returned to the launch tower, where it was caught by the tower's robotic arms.ABC News - Jan. 17 -
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
Telemetry from the Starship froze just more than 8 minutes after launch from Texas, moments after engines began shutting down.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
SpaceX says its Starship spacecraft broke up midflight as videos of debris emerge online
SpaceX said its Starship space vehicle broke up during a flight meant to test the megarocket's capabilities. Videos on social media appeared to show debris streaming across the sky.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
SpaceX’s Starship test flight ends in failure after spacecraft is destroyed
Rocket’s six engines appeared to shut down one after another after nearly nine minutes, while booster returned. SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on its latest test flight on Thursday, but the ...The Guardian - Jan. 17 -
2 privately built moon landers carried into space by SpaceX rocket
Firefly's "Blue Moon" and ispace's "Resilience" are the latest in an ongoing push to gain private-sector experience exploring the moon.CBS News - Jan. 15 -
2 private lunar landers head toward the moon in a roundabout journey
SpaceX has launched a pair of lunar landers for U.S. and Japanese companies looking to jumpstart business up thereABC News - Jan. 15 -
Where to see the first full moon of 2025
Helen Willetts takes a look at what's going on in the night sky and the chances of seeing this month's Wolf Moon.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
The Guardian view on capital punishment: an upsurge in executions should concern us all | Editorial
The vast majority of countries have outlawed the death penalty. Yet the annual toll is growing – and Donald Trump wants to increase its use. The good news: Zimbabwe has just banned the death ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
When to view the first full moon of 2025, January's Wolf Moon
The Wolf Moon will appear full for three days, starting Sunday evening and into Wednesday morning.CBS News - Jan. 12 -
How Jack Sawyer punched Ohio State's ticket to the CFP title game in 83 long, glorious yards
It was fitting that Sawyer, a two-year starter and three-year letterman and one of the faces of Ohio State's fierce defense, was the one who made the play of the game.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11 -
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Last year was the hottest in Earth's recorded history
Last year was the planet’s hottest in recorded history, NASA announced, marking two years in a row that global temperatures have shattered records.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Second pair of lynx captured in Cairngorms
Two other lynx were captured in the same area on Thursday.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Mercury's north pole seen in stunning new photos after spacecraft flyby
The BepiColombo spacecraft swooped as close as 183 miles above Mercury's night side before passing directly over the planet's north pole.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Spacecraft buzzes Mercury's north pole and beams back stunning photos
A spacecraft has beamed back some of the best close-up photos yet of Mercury's north poleABC News - Jan. 9 -
Private-sector hiring slows: ADP
Hiring in the U.S. private sector and pay growth slowed down in December last year across several industries, according to a report released on Wednesday. The Always Designing for People (ADP) ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
The race to claim the Moon’s airwaves
Increased share of commercial radio spectrum filings shows bet on future lunar economy, FT research findsFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Pluto May Have Captured Its Biggest Moon Charon After an Ancient Dance and Kiss
Charon is large in size relative to Pluto, and is locked in a tight orbit with the dwarf planet. A new simulation suggests how it ended up there.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Story uses Web3 to enable creators to capture the value they contribute to the AI ecosystem
Story, an intellectual property blockchain, believes that creators, developers and artists should be able to be rewarded for what they contribute to AI.VentureBeat - Jan. 8 -
Most in US expect Biden presidency will be viewed negatively: Gallup
Most Americans expect that President Biden’s four-year tenure will be viewed more negatively than positively, according to a new survey. The poll, released Tuesday by Gallup, found that 54 percent ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Reading group discussion guide for Oprah's book club pick, "A New Earth"
Dive deeper into Eckhart Tolle's transformative book, "A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose," with our comprehensive reader's guide.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
New migrant caravan heads toward US as Trump return draws closer
The Mexican government recently announced it will open 25 new shelters to house deported migrants.The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Blackstone joins private equity deal wave in US accounting sector
Acquisition of Citrin Cooperman from New Mountain Capital for $2bn marks a step up in valuationsFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
‘Kiss and capture’: scientists offer new theory on how Pluto got its largest moon
Findings suggest Charon collided with dwarf planet and then pair briefly rotated together before separating. It sounds like one of Kipling’s Just So Stories but it is rooted in science: experts ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Climate crisis ‘wreaking havoc’ on Earth’s water cycle, report finds
Global heating is supercharging storms, floods and droughts, affecting entire ecosystems and billions of people. The climate crisis is “wreaking havoc” on the planet’s water cycle, with ferocious ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
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US set for IPO comeback as private equity firms seek to offload holdings
Bankers hope strong 2024 gains for Wall Street equities and pro-business policies will drive listings reboundFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Venus rewards stargazers with appearance next to moon
Second rock from sun visible with naked eye in clear skies in areas with low light pollution. Stargazers have been treated to seeing the planet Venus as it made an appearance next to the moon.. The ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
Venus and crescent Moon stun stargazers
The planet appeared shining brightly above a crescent Moon on Friday.BBC News - Jan. 4 -
Blinken heads to Asia, Europe on last expected trip as top US diplomat
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will embark on what is expected to be his final overseas trip in office this weekend, traveling to South Korea, Japan and FranceABC News - Jan. 3 -
The Electron That Softened Her View on Marriage
Laurie Stone, a feminist and writer, has always believed that the institution of marriage “has not been a good thing for women.” Then she met Richard Toon.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Transforming the Moon Into Humanity’s First Space Hub
The small step back to Earth’s satellite will provide a giant leap for exploring our solar system.Wired - Jan. 2
