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From the invention of the seat belt to the development of electric engines, creative thinking has driven innovation and helped change the world. But for every transformative breakthrough, there are countless other ideas that remain hidden, trapped behind unused patents and unable to make the impact ...
New research from UBC Okanagan mathematically demonstrates that the universe cannot be simulated. Using Gödel’s incompleteness theorem, scientists found that reality requires “non-algorithmic understanding,” something no computation can replicate. This discovery challenges the simulation hypothesis ...
Representatives of the Artemis Accords signatories, including acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy and NASA Associate Administrator Amit Kshatriya, met Sept. 29, 2025, for a principals meeting during the 76th International Astronautical Congress in Sydney. Credit: NASA/Max van Otterdyk NASA, along w...
Computing The Next Big Quantum Computer Has ArrivedIsabelle Bousquette | The Wall Street Journal ($) Helios contains 98 physical qubits, and from those can deliver 48 logical error-corrected qubits. This 2:1 ratio is unique and impressive, said Prineha Narang, professor of physical sciences and elec...
When astronauts land near the moon s south pole as part of NASA s Artemis program in a few years, they likely will find themselves in an unexpected treasure trove of clues that could help scientists better understand how Earth s only natural satellite came to be, according to new research. Published...
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A stylized illustration shows the twin ESCAPADE spacecraft entering Mars’ orbit.Credits: James Rattray/Rocket Lab USA NASA and Blue Origin are reopening media accreditation for the launch of the agency’s ESCAPADE (Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers) mission. The twin ESCAPADE spac...
4 Min Read October’s Night Sky Notes: Let’s Go, LIGO! An artist’s impression of gravitational waves generated by binary neutron stars. Credits: R. Hurt/Caltech-JPL by Kat Troche of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific September 2025 marks ten years since the first direct detection of gravitationa...
We’re taking more photos than ever, thanks to the convenience of having powerful cameras packed into our smartphones. And unless you want to risk losing all of those precious moments, you need to think about backing up your images and videos. Google Photos is undoubtedly one of the best tools for th...
The Stanford HAI co-founder is recognized for advancing computer vision and deep learning, and for championing human-centered AI....
Just like many of us, Chick-fil-A is ready for the holiday season. There’s nothing quite like a tasty holiday treat to get us in the spirit. Chick-fil-A announced the return of a very Christmasy flavor, and fans can’t wait. Beginning November 10, peppermint shakes and beverages will be available at ...
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Nation & World 7 awarded W.E.B. Du Bois Medals Henry Louis Gates Jr. Photos by Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer November 7, 2025 5 min read Brittney Griner, Spike Lee, and other honorees lauded for contributions to Black culture, scholarship, and civic lif...
A New Era for Creative Expression We’re bringing an all-new Meta AI app experience to Europe, building on Meta AI’s availability across the apps you already know and love: Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. Now, in one place, you will be able to chat to your Meta AI assistant, manage your...
Quantum computers have the potential to model new molecules and weather patterns better than any computer today. They may also one day accelerate artificial intelligence algorithms at a much lower energy footprint. But anyone interested in using quantum computers faces a steep learning curve that st...
Picture this: there are no grocery stores or microwaves. Heck, there’s not even electricity in your home. Instead, it’s lit by waxy candles and flickering oil lamps, casting a sepia-toned glow on a cozy space. And yet, one still must feed their family. Cooking and baking have come a very long way si...
View image in fullscreenWild geese soar in front of the moon, which is about 99% visible and waxing. A supermoon occurs because the moon’s orbit is not perfectly circular around the Earth.Photograph: Patrick Pleul/dpaShareView image in fullscreenIts proximity makes it appear subtly bigger and bright...
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At Meta, we’re focused on creating the next generation of AI products and building personal superintelligence for everyone. Data centers are crucial to reaching these goals and helping America maintain its technological edge. That’s why we’re investing in building industry-leading AI data centers ri...
Meton, an ancient Greek astronomer who lived in Athens during the 5th century B.C., is best known for developing the Metonic cycle (although this was also known to the Babylonians). Also known as the enneadecaeteris, or "19 years" in ancient Greek, the cycle is based on the fact that 235 lunar month...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Language, Identity & Belonging Welcome to the second week of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series. This week, we celebrate those bridging communication gaps and fighting for inclusion. Join us as we learn all about changemakers whose work speaks ...
The technology would allow battery-free, minimally invasive, scalable bioelectronic implants such as pacemakers, neuromodulators, and body process monitors. Michaela Jarvis | MIT Media Lab Publication Date: Octo...
