Texas border wall construction begins in the Big Bend region
Texas has begun building a state-funded border wall segment in the Big Bend region of West Texas. The project extends the state’s construction program into one of the border’s most…
Ancient impact crater discovered after amateur astronomer spots strange circle on satellite maps
An amateur astronomer helped reveal an ancient impact crater by following an unusual circle across publicly available satellite maps. The formation appeared too symmetrical to resemble ordinary erosion, river activity,…
Pope’s France visit spotlights meetings with abuse survivors and EU leaders
Pope Leo XIV’s France visit places two difficult subjects beside ceremonies that usually define a papal journey. He is meeting abuse survivors while also consulting political leaders from France and…
Google Plans First Test of AI Chips in Space Under Project Suncatcher
Google is preparing its first orbital hardware test for Project Suncatcher, a research effort focused on space-based artificial intelligence computing. Announced in November 2025, the project explores satellites carrying Google’s…
Scientists discover two new tiny snail species in Montenegro
Scientists have identified two previously unknown tiny snail species in Montenegro, expanding knowledge of the Balkan country’s rich molluscan fauna. The finding demonstrates how minute animals can remain overlooked, even…
Federal judge orders restoration of White House access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
The court restores press access A federal judge ordered the White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The ruling requires officials to reverse restrictions affecting journalists…
Scientists and tech leaders convene in Scotland to debate how artificial intelligence can benefit society
Scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, investors, and public officials have gathered in Scotland to discuss artificial intelligence’s public value. Their central question extends beyond what current systems can accomplish. Participants also want…
Scientists unveil solar-powered desalination system designed to eliminate harmful brine waste
Scientists at the University of Waterloo have developed a solar-powered desalination system that targets freshwater scarcity and brine pollution. Their prototype uses sunlight to evaporate seawater, collect purified vapor, and…
How AI data centers are reshaping the climate agenda at New York Climate Week
A new climate question moves to center stage Climate Week NYC traditionally focuses on finance, clean energy, corporate targets, and diplomacy. The event runs alongside the United Nations General Assembly…
Rivers found to carry far more microplastics into oceans than previously estimated
A larger river pathway to the sea Scientists have long recognized rivers as major routes for plastic waste entering seas. New measurements now indicate that many rivers transport much more…