71 m. ago Kapta Space, a Seattle startup working with the Department of Defense, raises $5M

Kapta Space, a Seattle startup working with the Department of Defense, raises $5M  GeekWire

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3 h. ago As President Trump — and D.C. Residents — Decry Homeless Problem, Bowser Attempts to Tout Progress

As President Trump — and D.C. Residents — Decry Homeless Problem, Bowser Attempts to Tout Progress  The Washington Informer

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6 h. ago Elon Musk calls for 'deorbiting' International Space Station to prioritize Mars missions

Elon Musk advocated for "deorbiting" the International Space Station "as soon as possible," suggesting "2 years from now." He said the space station "has served its purpose."

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8 h. ago Opinion | What counts as progress in the battle against climate change?

Opinion | What counts as progress in the battle against climate change?  The Washington Post

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10 h. ago Russia Closes In on Another Ukrainian Region, Even as Peace Talks Pick Up

Russian troops are three miles from Dnipropetrovsk, a region they have never invaded. If they cross into it, the advance would be a morale blow to Ukraine and complicate any territorial negotiations.

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12 h. ago Shocking deep sea discovery made in area where Bible says Moses parted Red Sea

Scientists have discovered an area in the Red Sea with natural death traps in the region believed to be the location where Moses parted the waters.

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15 h. ago Trump, Putin meeting depends on progress toward ending Ukraine war, says Rubio

Trump, Putin meeting depends on progress toward ending Ukraine war, says Rubio  Reuters

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20 h. ago Minnesota lawmakers advance trans athlete ban bill as state faces investigation for defying Trump order

Minnesota lawmakers passed a bill that would prevent trans athletes from playing in women's and girls sports after the state refused to comply with Trump.

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20 h. ago Senate GOP to vote on its plan for Trump's agenda despite Trump backing House plan

Senate Republicans plowing ahead with their efforts to advance the first stage of their two-part package to pay for Trump's agenda despite Trump backing the House’s plan.

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21 h. ago Ban on flavored vape products advances in Washington Legislature

Ban on flavored vape products advances in Washington Legislature  Axios

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22 h. ago Elephant seals, fog harvesting and the brain science behind sugar cravings

This week's Short Wave news roundup covers harvesting drinking water from fog, what elephant seals reveal about fish populations in the deep ocean, and why there's always room for dessert.

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22 h. ago Top S.F. business executives say their companies need more office space in the city

Top S.F. business executives say their companies need more office space in the city  The Business Journals

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22 h. ago Ultrasonic deep drawing cuts friction by 20%, extends tool lifespan

You can find them in many household appliances, building technology, and countless pipe and hydraulic lines: small, cylindrical parts manufactured through deep drawing processes. The material is under strain during shaping. Potential consequences are unwanted thinning, surface damage, or cracks.

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24 h. ago Hybrid transparent electrodes enhance efficiency and longevity of perovskite solar cells

Bifacial perovskite solar cells are known for their ability to harness sunlight from both sides. Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) recently made significant strides in their development with a novel NiO/Ag/NiO transparent electrode that helps to achieve high efficiency, durability, and infrared transparency, promising significant advances in solar energy applications.

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24 h. ago Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts

Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska were the lone Republican holdouts. The post Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts appeared first on Boston.com.

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25 h. ago Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability makes tremendous progress in first year

Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability makes tremendous progress in first year  Space Force

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25 h. ago The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Senate trying to advance Trump's agenda

Congressional Republicans intend to enact President Donald Trump’s core agenda of cutting taxes and reducing federal spending.

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25 h. ago Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to miss the remainder of the season over blood clot: report

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will miss the remainder of the season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, the team announced in a statement Thursday.

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27 h. ago FBI nominee Kash Patel advances to final Senate confirmation vote

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, cleared a key procedural motion in the Senate Thursday and is now one vote away from being confirmed.

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