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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

Clara Capital: Speeding Up Small Business Funding with AI

Clara Capital has hit a big milestone. They've lent over $350 million to small and medium-sized businesses. This company uses AI to make things faster and easier for both businesses and their partners. The CEO, Ryan Adwar, says their AI-first approach cuts down the time it takes to get a funding of

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Oct 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Machines Getting Smarter Without Human Help

Machines are now able to solve complex problems without constant human guidance. This is a significant shift from the past when computers relied heavily on human input to learn. Now, they can learn independently, much like how children learn through exploration and trial and error. These advanced m

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Oct 15 2025BUSINESS

A New Wave in U. S. Oil Production: Offshore Takes the Lead

The U. S. oil industry is seeing a shift. Offshore drilling in the Gulf of Mexico is stepping into the spotlight. This change comes as onshore production slows down. Lower oil prices and aging shale fields are making it harder for onshore to keep up. New technology is making offshore drilling more

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Oct 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech's Big Leap: AI, Quantum, and More

The tech world is buzzing with exciting developments. One standout is AI model distillation. This process shrinks large, costly AI models into smaller, more affordable ones. The goal? To make AI tools accessible to more people and businesses. Chris Lattner, a former Apple executive, is leading the

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Oct 01 2025SCIENCE

Ukraine's Inventive Spirit in the Face of War

Ukraine is fighting a tough battle, but it's not just about defense. It's also about clever ideas and quick action. In Lviv, people are working hard to make their own weapons. They're not waiting for help. They're doing it themselves, fast and smart. Near the frontlines, doctors are doing amazing t

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Sep 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Space Station Gets a Late but Important Delivery

A cargo ship finally reached the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday, a day behind schedule. The Cygnus XL, built by Northrop Grumman, brought over 5 tons of supplies and experiments to the seven astronauts living in space. Astronaut Jonny Kim used the station's robotic arm to grab the Cyg

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Sep 13 2025SCIENCE

Lactate's Hidden Talent: More Than Just Waste

Lactate, often seen as a byproduct of metabolism, has a secret life. It's not just waste. Recent research shows it can tag proteins, changing how genes work. This process, called lactylation, is a big deal. It affects everything from inflammation to cancer. First, let's talk about lactate. It's mad

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Sep 03 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Cosmic Secrets: New York's Giant Particle Detector Shines

On Long Island, a massive particle detector has just passed a crucial test, bringing us closer to understanding the universe's earliest moments. The sPHENIX detector, a 1, 000-ton behemoth, successfully measured energy levels from high-speed gold ion collisions. This success is like a new telescope

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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 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google and Kairos Power Team Up for a Nuclear Energy Breakthrough

Big things are happening in the world of nuclear energy. Google and Kairos Power have joined forces to build an advanced nuclear reactor. This reactor will be connected to the Tennessee Valley Authority's (TVA) electric grid by 2030. This is a big deal because it's the first time a utility in the U.

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