Science
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They War-Gamed Dimming the Sun. It Went Even Worse Than You Think
Solar geoengineering could buy humanity time against climate change—or trigger a dangerous new arms race. A first-of-its-kind simulation offered a glimpse of what happens when geopolitics takes the wheel.
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Why the worst El Niño killed millions – and how we can avoid a repeat
The world hasn't experienced an El Niño this strong since the 1870s, when it sparked a terrible global famine. Are we better prepared this time?
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A New Anti-Aging Drug Looks to Turn Back the Clock on Skin Age
After four weeks of using the cream, participants lowered the biological age of their skin by about two years on average.
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'Its nature is very prominent, and there is a psychological aspect to it all' — Control Resonant composer says every Remedy game has 'absolute evil lurking in there' and he relies on the player's intelligence to understand it through music
Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko says each Remedy title has "evil" at its core, and he relies on the player's intelligence to understand it through music.
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Prime Day Is Over, but We Found 38 Last-Minute Deals Still Worth Buying
Prime Day might be over, but the discounts are still going. We’ve tracked down the best last minute Prime Day deals on all the gear our team recommends.
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Global trust in science lower than before Covid pandemic, report finds
The proportion of people expressing at least some trust in science has fallen 5 per cent since 2018
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Antarctic penguins emit up to 7 million tonnes of methane a year
A study by CSIC and the University of Granada finds that chinstrap penguin colonies are a previously unmeasured natural source of methane, emitting up to 7 million tonnes a year.
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Data Centers
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Solar panel researchers say cells could hit 43% efficiency by using this new approach to reducing infrared glow
Researchers from the ICFO in Barcelona have turned a solar cell into a mirrored box to improve its function.
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Cubans turn to free community pharmacies as medicines grow scarce
In Havana, Laura Mendoza runs a project called “Medicine Is Not for Sale,” providing free medications to Cubans facing severe shortages
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Let’s Talk About the Super El Niño and Climate Change
Here’s what we know about the record-setting El Niño on a record-hot planet, and the most important questions scientists are trying to answer.
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I Made Terrible Games With Google’s AI Playground
A long day’s haul in the video game slop mines.
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Space
Discover more about Space with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Supercomputers
Discover more about Supercomputer with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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These Midterm Races Will Decide Data Centers’ Political Fate
From the Senate to governors’ mansions, candidates are trying to outcompete each other to be the most anti–data center in races across the US.
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Inside the Muslim Manosphere Policing Women Online
From Red Pill coaches to “Dawah Bros,” influencers are dressing up hypermasculinity and misogyny in religious language—and finding audiences across social platforms.
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Northern Lights: What causes the spectacular display and how to see them
Many people think the aurora occurs when particles from the Sun hit our atmosphere – but this isn’t the case
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WHO issues update on investigation into Russian plague lab worker’s death
The World Health Organisation says no case of plague has been registered
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‘I nearly died from meningitis before uni – how to tell it’s not just freshers’ flu’
As the new university year begins, Sofia Mattacola Westley has urged students to be aware of the symptoms of meningitis
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Stars of iconic BBC series to feature together for first time in 63-year history
Christopher Eccleston and Carole Ann Ford will join forces in a new Doctor Who Christmas special.
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MoD warns 23-turbine North Yorkshire wind farm could interfere with military radar
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has warned that the turbines from a proposed wind farm would cause unacceptable interference with military radar systems – and could pose a danger to low-flying aircraft. MoD officials say the Hope Moor Wind...
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The Best Gifts for Your Jet-Setting Friend
What do you get for someone who lives out of a suitcase? These are the gifts WIRED staffers recommend.
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Stargazers treated to Northern Lights across North East - and it could return tonight
Stargazers across the North East were treated to a dazzling Northern Lights display overnight - and it could return tonight.
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U.S. military-backed cargo pod promises 90-minute orbital delivery anywhere on Earth, 10-ton Ghost vehicle gets first real-world test — Sierra Space drops radio and whiskey from 68,500 feet to test StarCraft-like supply drops
The U.S. military is planning to drop supplies from space.
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California’s Tallest and Most Iconic Trees Are Getting Heatstroke
Redwoods adapted to a cool, foggy climate. Now a new study shows they slow down photosynthesis when their environment warms.
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MoD warns 23-turbine wind farm could disrupt RAF activity
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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The Big Question: Can European astronauts get to space without NASA?
The space industry, currently valued at €600 billion, is expected to grow by 10% a year, according to European Space Agency (ESA) director general Josef Aschbacher. He spoke to the Big Question about how Europe can benefit from this booming industry. #TheBigQuestion
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MoD warns 23-turbine wind farm could disrupt RAF activity
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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Prime Day Is Over, but We Found 38 Last-Minute Deals Still Worth Buying
Prime Day might be over, but the discounts are still going. We’ve tracked down the best last minute Prime Day deals on all the gear our team recommends.
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AWS is building massive 36-building, 1,100-acre data center campus in Pennsylvania
A massive AWS data center campus is coming to Pennsylvania, bringing thousands of jobs and a giant new gas plant
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Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
Though mostly visible near the Arctic Circle, the natural phenomenon dazzled sky-gazers as far south Devon, Hampshire and Kent
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Northern Lights: Aurora stun UK down to England's south coast
The natural phenomenon, known as the Aurora Borealis, is the result of increased solar activity.
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Mystery surrounds young worker's death at Russia lab studying severe diseases
The World Health Organization says it still doesn't know what caused the death of a young worker at a Russian lab focused on plague and other illnesses
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Machete recovered after Harehills e-scooter crash - Teens arrested
One of the two 16-year-old boys remains in hospital
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots, and machine learning: News, R&D, and more
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Windows
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MoD warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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Data Centers
Discover more about Data Centers with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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MoD warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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Scientists mimicking the Big Bang accidentally turn lead into gold
The physicists made an unexpected breakthrough
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AI Is Getting Really Good at Messing With Cybercriminals
Anti-cybercrime initiatives are increasingly using AI to scam the scammers by tricking them into talking to lifelike bots that they think are real victims.
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MoD warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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Key things to know about Hurricane Isaias as millions under evacuation orders
The hurricane is first in the Atlantic in what has turned into a very late season. Here’s what forecasters are saying about where Isaias will hit and how hard
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One unique human body part that evolution cannot explain
The human chin has long been fertile ground for arguments between scientists over its purpose
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Top Disney Plus Discounts and Promos for October 2026
Cut your subscription costs with the latest active Disney+ bundle deals, verified student offers, and partner promotions.
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Ministry of Defence warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has warned that the turbines from a proposed wind farm on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales would cause unacceptable interference with military radar systems and could pose a danger to low-flying aircraft.
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‘Like a drill going into my eye’: why the mystery over Havana syndrome refuses to die
Dozens of CIA officers have been afflicted by debilitating symptoms over the past decade. Are they the result of ‘mass hysteria’? Or are they from attacks with an energy weapon and, if so, who is responsible? And has there been a cover-up?
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Science that’s making a difference, from the heart of Yorkshire
For over 100 years, Fera has been helping solve some of the world’s biggest challenges through science.
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How This Tiny Startup Built the World’s Safest Bike Helmet
Inspired by head-banging woodpeckers, Vancouver-based Pikio Labs has discovered a new approach to skull protection.
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Humans Watched This Supernova Explode Nearly a Millennium Ago. Now You Can See It in High Definition
The new image isn’t just stunning—it may also provide clues about how this star survived its own explosion.
