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Aug 28 2025SCIENCE

The Spiky Dinosaur That Rocked the Jurassic

Dinosaurs with armor and spikes are not new. But a recent discovery in Morocco has revealed a new species that makes its relatives look tame. This dinosaur, Spicomellus afer, is the punk rock star of its family. It had huge spikes and bony collars that would make any other dinosaur envious. The dis

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Aug 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Great Tech Race: AI vs. Green Energy

The world is watching a big race between the United States and China. These two superpowers are betting big on different technologies. The U. S. is going all in on artificial intelligence (AI). Meanwhile, China is leading the way in green energy. Both are trying to shape the future. But which bet wi

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Aug 28 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Truth: How Eyewitness Testimony Works

Eyewitness testimony has been a hot topic in psychology for a long time. Back in the day, experts thought eyewitnesses weren't very reliable. They believed that even if someone was very confident in their identification, they weren't much more likely to be right than someone who was unsure. But now

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Aug 28 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling Inca Secrets: A Lock of Hair Challenges Old Beliefs

The Inca Empire, a mighty force in South America before the arrival of Europeans, was famous for its impressive architecture, vast road systems, and clever farming techniques. They also had a unique way of keeping records using knotted cords called khipu. For a long time, people thought that only th

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Aug 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Exploring AI and Nuclear Weapons: A Journalist's Mission

Joshua Keating, a seasoned journalist, has been chosen for a special fellowship. This opportunity allows him to dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear weapons are connected. The Outrider Foundation, along with Journalism Funding Partners, supports this initiative. Keating will

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Aug 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pentagon Narrows Down Tech Priorities

The Pentagon is planning to reduce its list of "critical technology" areas. Emil Michael, the undersecretary for research and engineering, shared this news at a recent conference. He explained that the current list has become too long and diluted in importance. Michael took over from Heidi Shyu, wh

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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

How ATF4 Helps Hearts Heal After a Heart Attack

After a heart attack, the heart needs new blood vessels to heal and work better. But the low-oxygen environment after a heart attack makes it hard for these new vessels to form. ATF4 is a protein that might help with this process. Scientists did some experiments to see how ATF4 works. They used cel

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Aug 27 2025LIFESTYLE

A Pit Bull's Journey from a Scorching Crate to a Loving Home

In the heart of Pennsylvania, a pit bull mix, Redds, faced a harsh reality. He was locked in a small, metal crate outside, with barely any air flowing through. The sun beat down, turning the crate into an oven. Redds was left there, suffering from heat exhaustion and burns on his paws. The crate wa

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Aug 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's AI Image Upgrade: A Smarter Way to Edit Photos

Google has just rolled out a new AI image editor called Gemini 2. 5 Flash Image. This upgrade is designed to give users more control over editing photos. It can make precise changes based on what users ask for, like changing the color of a shirt without messing up the face or background. This new t

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Aug 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How AI is changing the game for stadium workers

AI is shaking up the world of sports concessions. Some workers are feeling the pinch. They say they are losing tips and hours. But is this just a part of how technology changes jobs? Think about it. AI makes things faster. It can handle more orders. Fans get their food quicker. But what about the p

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