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"Technical Issue" Briefly Caused Flight Delays: UK Air Traffic Controller
A technical issue briefly caused flight delays in Britain on Wednesday before engineers were able to restore the system, the air traffic control operator said.
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Apple Expands App Store Age Rating System With More Granular Categories
Apple is expanding its App Store age rating system, introducing more granular ratings for apps and games. These new classifications will appear to users after developers implement them, and Apple has set a deadline for compliance. This announcement coincides with the release of public betas for Apple's upcoming operating systems, including iOS 26, ...
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New PS5 System Update Beta Allows DualSense Controller to Pair to Multiple Devices
Sony announced two new PS5 features on Wednesday. The company is rolling out a new PS5 system update to beta users that expands the pairing capabilities of the DualSense controller. Sony also teased a Power Saver mode for the PS5 that will be launched at a later date.
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NASA Tests Modular Satellite Tech to Cut Launch Costs and Speed Missions
NASA is developing scalable, modular satellite platforms to reduce cost and accelerate science missions. The Athena EPIC spacecraft, built from eight “Satlet” modules, shares control systems among instruments, simplifying integration. Slated to launch in 2025 on a SpaceX rideshare, Athena aims to cut costs from billions to millions per mission....
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Aviation Watchdog Orders Fuel Switch Locking System Checks On Boeing Jets
Domestic airlines operating Boeing jets have been instructed to conduct checks on fuel control switches that regulate fuel supply to the engines on those planes.
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Integrated Surveillance Network: Tirupati Temple's Advanced Security Plan
The security plan also encompasses a common alarm management system, traffic enforcement technologies, including "No Helmet Detection," and a robust command and control system.
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MIT Develops Low-Resource AI System to Control Soft Robots with Just One Image
MIT’s new AI lets soft robots move precisely from just one image input—cutting cost, complexity, and reliance on rigid hardware.
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Desert To Siachen, No Hiding From India's Homegrown Mobile Artillery: 10 Points
India is set to test a homegrown mobile artillery gun that can be deployed anywhere, from Rajasthan's desert to Siachen's icy heights. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has named it Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS).
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Ferrari Amalfi Unveiled With Twin-Turbo V8 Engine, 320 KMPH Claimed Top Speed
Ferrari Amalfi was unveiled on Tuesday as the latest two-door coupe from the Italian automotive company. It is built upon the Grand Tourer concept and is said to combine high performance with everyday versatility. The Ferrari Amalfi replaces the Roma in its lineup, and comes with the HMI system featuring ADAS controls, adaptive cruise control, and ...
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Breakthrough Laser Tech Enhances LiDAR Accuracy and Gas Detection
Researchers from NTNU and EPFL have developed a compact, low-cost laser on a photonic chip using thin-film lithium niobate. This new laser enables ultrafast, mode-hop-free tuning and delivers stable performance with a single control knob. Demonstrated in LiDAR systems, it achieved 4 cm range precision for self-driving cars and also detected trace h...
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Humanoid Robot Achieves Controlled Flight Using Jet Propulsion and AI Systems
The iRonCub3 humanoid robot, developed by Italy’s IIT, has completed its first controlled flight using jet propulsion and AI-powered systems. The 70 kg robot uses neural networks for real-time aerodynamic stability, marking a breakthrough in aerial robotics. Its design enables future use in disaster response, exploration, and hazardous environmen...
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Delhi Gets Nod For First-Ever Artificial Rain Pilot Project
The Delhi government is set to execute its first-ever artificial rain pilot, with all scientific systems and clearances in place.
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AI For Nuclear Launch Decision Is "True Doomsday Scenario": Study
Using artificial intelligence (AI) to manage nuclear weapon systems poses a catastrophic risk for humanity, the world's top institute on conflict research, SIPRI, has said in its 2025 yearbook.
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'Overvoltage' Caused April Blackout, Spain Says
The blackout had "multiple" causes, Ecological Transition Minister Sara Aagesen told reporters, adding the system "lacked sufficient voltage control capacity" that day.
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watchOS 26 to Bring Control Center Customisation Options with User-Defined Toggles
While watchOS 26, like Apple’s other upcoming operating systems previewed at WWDC 2025, features a refreshed Liquid glass interface, it is also said to bring a major new feature. Called Custom Controls, it allows Apple Watch users to add and modify toggles in the Control Center for the first time.
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"Technical Issue" Briefly Caused Flight Delays: UK Air Traffic Controller
A technical issue briefly caused flight delays in Britain on Wednesday before engineers were able to restore the system, the air traffic control operator said.
-
Apple Expands App Store Age Rating System With More Granular Categories
Apple is expanding its App Store age rating system, introducing more granular ratings for apps and games. These new classifications will appear to users after developers implement them, and Apple has set a deadline for compliance. This announcement coincides with the release of public betas for Apple's upcoming operating systems, including iOS 26, ...
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New PS5 System Update Beta Allows DualSense Controller to Pair to Multiple Devices
Sony announced two new PS5 features on Wednesday. The company is rolling out a new PS5 system update to beta users that expands the pairing capabilities of the DualSense controller. Sony also teased a Power Saver mode for the PS5 that will be launched at a later date.
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NASA Tests Modular Satellite Tech to Cut Launch Costs and Speed Missions
NASA is developing scalable, modular satellite platforms to reduce cost and accelerate science missions. The Athena EPIC spacecraft, built from eight “Satlet” modules, shares control systems among instruments, simplifying integration. Slated to launch in 2025 on a SpaceX rideshare, Athena aims to cut costs from billions to millions per mission....
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Aviation Watchdog Orders Fuel Switch Locking System Checks On Boeing Jets
Domestic airlines operating Boeing jets have been instructed to conduct checks on fuel control switches that regulate fuel supply to the engines on those planes.
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Integrated Surveillance Network: Tirupati Temple's Advanced Security Plan
The security plan also encompasses a common alarm management system, traffic enforcement technologies, including "No Helmet Detection," and a robust command and control system.
-
MIT Develops Low-Resource AI System to Control Soft Robots with Just One Image
MIT’s new AI lets soft robots move precisely from just one image input—cutting cost, complexity, and reliance on rigid hardware.
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Desert To Siachen, No Hiding From India's Homegrown Mobile Artillery: 10 Points
India is set to test a homegrown mobile artillery gun that can be deployed anywhere, from Rajasthan's desert to Siachen's icy heights. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has named it Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS).
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Ferrari Amalfi Unveiled With Twin-Turbo V8 Engine, 320 KMPH Claimed Top Speed
Ferrari Amalfi was unveiled on Tuesday as the latest two-door coupe from the Italian automotive company. It is built upon the Grand Tourer concept and is said to combine high performance with everyday versatility. The Ferrari Amalfi replaces the Roma in its lineup, and comes with the HMI system featuring ADAS controls, adaptive cruise control, and ...
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Breakthrough Laser Tech Enhances LiDAR Accuracy and Gas Detection
Researchers from NTNU and EPFL have developed a compact, low-cost laser on a photonic chip using thin-film lithium niobate. This new laser enables ultrafast, mode-hop-free tuning and delivers stable performance with a single control knob. Demonstrated in LiDAR systems, it achieved 4 cm range precision for self-driving cars and also detected trace h...
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Humanoid Robot Achieves Controlled Flight Using Jet Propulsion and AI Systems
The iRonCub3 humanoid robot, developed by Italy’s IIT, has completed its first controlled flight using jet propulsion and AI-powered systems. The 70 kg robot uses neural networks for real-time aerodynamic stability, marking a breakthrough in aerial robotics. Its design enables future use in disaster response, exploration, and hazardous environmen...
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Delhi Gets Nod For First-Ever Artificial Rain Pilot Project
The Delhi government is set to execute its first-ever artificial rain pilot, with all scientific systems and clearances in place.
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AI For Nuclear Launch Decision Is "True Doomsday Scenario": Study
Using artificial intelligence (AI) to manage nuclear weapon systems poses a catastrophic risk for humanity, the world's top institute on conflict research, SIPRI, has said in its 2025 yearbook.
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'Overvoltage' Caused April Blackout, Spain Says
The blackout had "multiple" causes, Ecological Transition Minister Sara Aagesen told reporters, adding the system "lacked sufficient voltage control capacity" that day.
-
watchOS 26 to Bring Control Center Customisation Options with User-Defined Toggles
While watchOS 26, like Apple’s other upcoming operating systems previewed at WWDC 2025, features a refreshed Liquid glass interface, it is also said to bring a major new feature. Called Custom Controls, it allows Apple Watch users to add and modify toggles in the Control Center for the first time.
