Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury is cautiously optimistic about CFM's open-rotor engine technology, but is it enough to convince the industry? The innovative design features a massive 14-foot diameter fan, non-rotating variable-pitch stators, and the promise of improved fuel efficiency. But can it deli
Imagine a world where kids are not just learning about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), but are actually excited to apply these skills to real-world problems. MIT's four pioneering initiatives - Scratch, the Computer Clubhouse Network, the Fab Lab network, and FIRST robotics compet
Imagine you're buying a new pair of hiking boots. You're excited to hit the trails, but as you're about to make the purchase, you're hit with an unexpected 6.5% tax. This isn't a metaphor – this is exactly what could happen if Colorado voters pass Proposition KK, a ballot measure that would impose a
In the world of professional sports, athletes are often celebrated for their skills on the field, but sometimes the spotlight shines on their darker, more sinister secrets. For Aaron Hernandez, the story of a once promising football star turned murderer, is one of tragedy and betrayal. This new FX l
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the continuation of BPS Sundays, a program offering free admission to six popular Boston museums and zoos for BPS students and their families. This extension, which will run through the end of the year, comes after a successful pilot program that saw over 36,000 stude
Progress Software is on a roll, scooping up yet another company for a hefty sum – $875 million to be exact. This time, the target is ShareFile, a file-sharing company boasting 86,000 customers. The plan? To boost Progress's annual revenue by a cool $240 million. But is this just another acquisitio
Are your business travels feeling a little lacklustre lately? It might be time for an upgrade! Enter Virgin Australia's Business Flyer, the rewards program tailor-made for small to medium enterprises. With savings up to 6% on domestic flights and 10% on international United Airlines fares, double-di
China's property market has been a rollercoaster ride over the past year, leaving investors and consumers alike feeling queasy. Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters recently warned that the market 'has not yet completely bottomed out,' despite all the turmoil. Consumer confidence remains shaky, larg
In a nail-biting legal battle, Missouri's Cole County Judge has ruled in favor of keeping sports betting on the state's November ballots. The decision comes after a lawsuit challenged whether proponents had gathered enough signatures from registered voters to qualify for inclusion. But what does t
Is Iran on the verge of becoming a nuclear power, and should the West consider military action to prevent it? This article argues that Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons poses a serious threat, but does it really present a clear and present danger? Let's break down the arguments and consider some to
