TECHNOLOGY

Apr 01 2026SCIENCE

Learning from Chernobyl’s radiation-loving fungus

In the ruins of a nuclear reactor in Chernobyl, something strange is growing. A dark, almost black fungus called Cladosporium sphaerospermum has taken over the walls of the abandoned Unit 4 building. This isn’t just any fungus—it thrives where radiation levels would be deadly to humans. Scientists h

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Head Pat Signals Bring New Replay Rules to Baseball

Baseball now has a fresh way for teams to challenge calls. When a pitcher, batter or catcher thinks the umpire missed a ball‑strike, they can tap their head a few times and say “challenge. ” The new system uses cameras that automatically check whether the ball crossed the strike zone. Each team can

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Stock Outlooks: Mixed Signals for Xero and BYD Electronic

Xero Limited faces a mixed review from market watchers. Citi’s Siraj Ahmed keeps a Buy stance and expects the share to reach A$144. 80, while his track record shows modest gains. The latest price target of A$81 from TipRanks‑PerPlexity also supports a positive view, even though the current level sit

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Lasers in War: The Hidden Shift in How Battlefields Work

Military lasers don’t scream like movie guns. Real ones work quietly, zapping drones by frying their cameras or overloading their circuits. No explosive sounds, no bright red beams—just sudden, invisible damage. Some versions can even knock flying targets out of the sky, though governments rarely br

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

Local Jobs and Services to Know About This Week

A local bank picked a new leader while one medical office added a skilled professional, proving the area keeps growing in both healthcare and finance. A community bank in Fleetwood chose Betsy Knott to lead their retail banking team after she spent years opening and managing different branches. Her

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Mar 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

NeoCity Opens New Lab Hub to Boost Tech Growth

The ground‑breaking ceremony for NeoCity’s 30, 000‑square‑foot lab complex took place on a sunny Thursday in Kissimmee. Florida’s Secretary of Commerce, Alex Kelly, joined local officials to mark the start of a project that promises to bring wet‑lab, dry‑lab and cryogenic facilities to the area. Exi

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Mar 28 2026BUSINESS

Spring Sale Rush: Big Savings on Tech and Gear

Amazon’s spring promotion has hit its midpoint, sparking a wave of discounts across popular gadgets. The event, while not matching the hype of Prime Day or Black Friday, still draws shoppers looking for fresh deals after a chilly winter. Early in the sale, buyers found steep cuts on Apple product

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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Army Looks to Revamp Vehicle Plans in Rapid‑Changing Tech World

The Army is shaking up its vehicle plans as new tech moves fast. Senior official John Jolokai says the service should not wait five years to check the market. A recent request for information (RFI) asked industry for quick designs of tracked cars that weigh 40‑80 tons. The Army wants ten pr

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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung’s New Screen Tech Slashes Glare and Toughens Panels

Samsung Display has rolled out a fresh update for its QD‑OLED panels called QuantumBlack. The new layer helps cut glare in bright rooms, making the screen easier on the eyes when sunlight or overhead lights shine directly on it. The coating also raises the panel’s scratch resistance from a 2H to

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Mar 28 2026HEALTH

Smart Tech Steps In for Back Pain Diagnosis

Doctors often struggle to agree on back problems because scans can look different from person to person. A narrowing in the lower spine called lumbar spinal stenosis is one tough case. Traditional MRI scans help, but experts don’t always see the same things when they look. Now, researchers are testi

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