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Missing rock sample from Perseverance rover puzzles scientists
August 13, 2021 22:09 - 1 minuteNASA's newest Mars rover was bound to encounter a few hiccups as it travels across the red planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Biden aims to update fuel economy regulations to replace SAFE rules from Trump era
August 13, 2021 22:02 - 2 minutesThis proposal includes a 10% boost for the 2023 model year in fuel efficiency standards and 5% increases through 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scientists use woolly mammoth tusk to trace its life and death.
August 13, 2021 14:20 - 3 minutesDespite its size, this wooly mammoth covered some ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'Burps' from black holes could clue in scientists on their size
August 13, 2021 14:14 - 2 minutesNew research shows how flickering light, akin to burps, could help us learn more about black holes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Samsung's newest foldables are here: everything we know so far about the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3
August 12, 2021 18:28 - 4 minutesSamsung and other vendors are counting on foldable devices to be the future of the mobile market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to watch the 2021 Perseid meteor shower in person or via livestream
August 12, 2021 18:27 - 2 minutesAt its simplest, viewing the meteor shower is just about heading out at night and looking up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elon Musk offers help making NASA's xEMU moon spacesuits
August 12, 2021 18:26 - 3 minutesAfter a report noted the spacesuits are delayed, Musk tweeted that SpaceX could help out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA says big asteroid Bennu is unlikely to hit Earth in the far future
August 12, 2021 18:25 - 3 minutesLooks like Earth is safe through 2135. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amid pandemic, Google spending millions to develop office park in San Jose, California
August 11, 2021 16:43 - 1 minuteNamed Midpoint, the office park will include an area for hardware research and development, according to CNBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fully vaccinated people can still be infected with breakthrough coronavirus cases, CDC evidence shows
August 11, 2021 16:42 - 5 minutesA spike in COVID-19 infections is happening across the US due to the highly contagious delta variant driving up numbers -- especially in areas with low vaccination rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Landmark $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill passed by Senate
August 11, 2021 16:42 - 2 minutesIn addition to upgrading roads, bridges and public works projects, the package is expected to improve broadband internet speeds and get infrastructure to more Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big camera upgrades and a smaller notch are reportedly coming to the iPhone 13
August 11, 2021 16:41 - 1 minuteBeyond the camera, Apple's next iPhone lineup will feature "relatively modest upgrades," reports Bloomberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Biden extends pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections until January 2022
August 10, 2021 19:19 - 1 minuteThe Education Department also said it'll offer resources and information on how to plan for resuming payments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to check if your iPhone or iPad has Pegasus spyware
August 10, 2021 19:18 - 3 minutesIn July, security researchers discovered evidence of Pegasus spyware being used on the phones of journalists, politicians and activists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New, flying reptile discovered in Australia
August 10, 2021 19:11 - 2 minutesThe reptile, discovered in Queensland, resembled a "real-life dragon" that flew over Australia 105 millions years ago, according to new research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some climate change effects might be irreversible, UN report says
August 10, 2021 16:39 - 10 minutesThe report, which has been eight years in the making, says the climate crisis has been 'unequivocally' caused by humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket are "fully stacked"
August 09, 2021 16:40 - 1 minuteElon Musk shared photos of the Starship spacecraft being lifted to the top of the Super Heavy rocket and put into place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everything we know about Windows 11, including the beta download, new features, and price
August 09, 2021 16:37 - 2 minutesMicrosoft unveiled "the next generation of Windows" at its virtual event in June, and with it, some big changes to the long-standing operating system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Disney announces starting prices for the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser immersive hotel experience, which start at $4,809
August 09, 2021 12:00 - 2 minutesThe two-night Disney Parks hotel attraction sounds like an amazing Star Wars experience to be sure, but a pricey one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon making the Halo fitness band even more versatile by letting you share your heart rate with other apps and devices
August 09, 2021 12:00 - 1 minuteYou can now choose to let the wearable fitness tracker share your live heart rate data with supported third-party apps and devices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sen. Marco Rubio calls for American Airlines to suspend a new promotion offering free TikTok on flights
August 08, 2021 15:33 - 3 minutesRubio calls app "notorious for its collection of children's personal information, including phone numbers, locations, and even biometric data." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Patient gamers might finally be able to get a PS5 now that Sony has enough chips to meet production goals
August 08, 2021 15:33 - 1 minuteSome good news for those still looking for the console. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon aligns with other tech companies in delaying return-to-office plans to January
August 07, 2021 13:00 - 2 minutesThe company told employees that they won't be required to return to their offices until 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
General Motors planning two more battery production plants in the US, bring the total to four
August 07, 2021 13:00 - 1 minuteTwo plants are already under way in Ohio and Tennessee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yelp now lets restaurants show if they require proof of vaccination
August 06, 2021 21:34 - 1 minuteBusinesses can add descriptions to their Yelp profile about their vaccine protocols. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elon Musk says he has a new biography coming out that's written by Walter Isaacson
August 06, 2021 21:34 - 1 minuteIsaacson has written biographies on Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin and Jennifer Doudna, who pioneered CRISPR gene editing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google allegedly gave Facebook unfair advantage in the ad market, according to proposed class action-action lawsuit
August 06, 2021 21:33 - 2 minutesTwo Massachusetts companies accused the search giant of cutting an illegal deal with Facebook involving online advertising auctions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SpaceX Super Heavy rocket moves to orbital launch pad
August 06, 2021 21:33 - 1 minuteElon Musk shared images of the rocket meant to escort a Starship prototype spacecraft into orbit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
T-Mobile to shutter Sprint 4G LTE network next year
August 05, 2021 16:39 - 2 minutesThe carrier will be contacting those who might be impacted by the switch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Offspring drummer Pete Parada dropped from band for not getting vaccinated
August 05, 2021 16:39 - 1 minuteThe drummer cited medical reasons as leading to his decision to not get vaccinated against COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Babylonian tablet shows much earlier use of geometry than we previously knew
August 05, 2021 16:37 - 2 minutesA surveyor demonstrated a surprising level of understanding of mathematics 3,700 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon launches programs to help move customer returns and unsold items
August 05, 2021 16:36 - 2 minutesThe programs, FBA and Resell and FBA Liquidations come after the company received backlash for destroying thousands of goods from a UK warehouse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mars has a 'whimsical rock arch' that's been spotted by the NASA rover
August 04, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutesCuriosity spotted a tiny sculptural arch resisting gravity on the red planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pentagon AI combines data with machine learning to see into the future
August 04, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutesThe US military's new approach to using technology to process reams of information sounds a bit like the early 2000s film, Minority Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No vaccination? No entry to NYC's restaurants, gyms and theaters
August 04, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutesEnforcement of the city's new policy will begin in mid-September. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After withdrawing from other Olympic event finals, Simone Biles wins bronze medal in balance beam final
August 04, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutesBiles has become a significant force in recent years, often called the greatest gymnast of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SolarWinds hack hit top US prosecutors, Department of Justice says
August 03, 2021 20:53 - 2 minutesNearly 30 top US prosecutors had their office's email accounts hacked in a major breach last year, which the US government has blamed on Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chinese space company demonstrates a new reusable launch vehicle in "grasshopper jump"
August 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 minuteDeep Blue Aerospace hopes to develop reusable rockets capable of lifting small satellites to low-Earth orbit and returning for a landing on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Senate to vote on $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill this week
August 03, 2021 13:00 - 3 minutesIf the bill passes, it could amount to one of the biggest investments in infrastructure in over a decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon launches soap dispenser with timer to make sure you wash your hands for 20 seconds
August 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 minuteThe soap dispenser costs $54.99 and will launch on Aug. 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Musk tweets on Apple v. Epic lawsuit: 'Epic is right'
August 02, 2021 20:19 - 1 minuteThe Tesla CEO's comments come ahead of the judge's decision in the landmark case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Child tax credit: how to unenroll from advance monthly payments
August 02, 2021 19:44 - 3 minutesIn its second month, the 2021 enhanced child tax credit is a financial boost for many families but for others it could spark worries about a messy tax bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bitterant coatings on batteries may keep kids safer, but Apple says they might not work in AirTags
August 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 minuteAirTags only need new batteries once a year though. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Facebook exec Nick Clegg says they are trying to balance misinformation and free expression
August 02, 2021 12:00 - 2 minutesThe social network doesn't want to become the "absolute truth police" even as it faces more pressure to combat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uber drivers will have free access to all 24 languages Rosetta Stone offers
August 01, 2021 12:00 - 2 minutesUber aims to lower the language barrier between Uber drivers and their patrons, while also giving gig workers new skills for finding other jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon's second quarter profits rose after having its first Prime Day in June
August 01, 2021 12:00 - 1 minuteThe retail giant kept earning amid pandemic uncertainty, but analysts had expected better revenues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Twitter closes San Francisco and New York offices again
July 31, 2021 19:34 - 1 minuteThe social network is pausing its plans to reopen, amid new CDC recommendations that Americans resume wearing mask.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Need fast internet on your next trip? Airbnb launches speed test feature to test the Wi-Fi before you book
July 31, 2021 19:33 - 1 minuteIt lets rental owners share Wi-Fi speed test results in their listings, and might help you avoid booking a stay in a dead zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Musk tweets Tesla AI Day scheduled for August
July 30, 2021 17:42 - 1 minuteWe're in for another presentation from the EV maker, though what they're planning to share is unclear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Robinhood IPO hits the stock market, but should you invest?
July 30, 2021 17:38 - 4 minutesHere are a few things to scrutinize as you consider any investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices