Pico, a company under ByteDance, is cooking up something exciting for 2026. They're planning to launch a new XR headset that's packed with cutting-edge tech. This isn't just any headset; it's got a self-developed chip that's been in the works since 2022 and is now in mass production. This chip is a big deal because it tackles some major issues in mixed reality, like ...
A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellation Scorpius. To put that into perspective, one light-year is a whopp...
Australia is about to shake up its environment laws. The Greens have given the thumbs up to the Labor government's plan. This means the new rules could become official as early as Thursday. The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, is pretty happy about it. The changes aim to make things faster for important projects. Think minerals, renewable energy, and housing. But i...
The Hudson River has come a long way from its polluted past. In the 1960s, it was a dumping ground for sewage and toxic waste from factories like General Motors and General Electric. The river was so polluted that Governor Nelson Rockefeller called it a "great septic tank. " But things changed. Laws were passed, and companies were forced to clean up their mess. The r...
In the world of tiny organisms living in our gut, there's a lot going on. One such organism is the bacterium Desulfovibrio piger. It's found in both healthy people and those with inflammatory conditions. This makes scientists wonder what role it plays in our health. Researchers studied three new strains of D. piger from healthy people and one strain from a person wi...
Linda Sun, a former aide to New York's governors, is in hot water. She's accused of acting as a secret agent for China. The trial is ongoing, and some interesting details have come out. The court heard that Sun might have forged Gov. Kathy Hochul's signature on official letters. These letters were used by Chinese officials to get visas to visit the U. S. Sun's forme...
Utah's redistricting process has been a rollercoaster of political maneuvering and public advocacy. It all started with a simple question: why should lawmakers draw their own districts? This question sparked a movement that would change Utah's political landscape forever. In 2000, Utah's Democratic leaders were blindsided by the Republican majority's plan to manipul...
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and so is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! This year marks the 99th edition of this beloved event. The parade will be broadcast on NBC on Thursday, November 27, starting at 8:30 AM in all time zones. If you miss the live broadcast, don't worry! There will be a repeat show later that day at 2:00 PM in the Central time zone. ...
Ever wondered how to get salon-quality hair at home? Some social media pros have shared their go-to hair tool: the Wavytalk Thermal Blowout Brush. Right now, it's over 25% off on Amazon for Black Friday. This tool is a big hit because it's quiet, easy to use, and works well on different hair types. It's a favorite for quick blowouts and touch-ups. But that's not all...
Congress is working on new rules for digital money, like cryptocurrencies and blockchain tech. But they might forget about small banks that help people in rural and urban areas. These banks, called CDFIs and MDIs, are important for communities that big banks often ignore. If Congress doesn't include them in the new rules, these communities could miss out on the benef...