Amazon’s Kuiper launch accelerates satellite internet ambitions

April 29, 2025, 9:07 am more...

In a bold stride to rival SpaceX’s Starlink, Amazon has deployed its first batch of Project Kuiper satellites. The launch of 27 satellites signals early progress in a larger constellation aimed at delivering global broadband, though industry voices warn of potential orbital overcrowding.

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techcrunch.com / Amazon’s first 27 internet satellites launch to space

gizmodo.com / Amazon Finally Enters the Satellite Internet Race, Taking on SpaceX’s Starlink

wsj.com / Amazon Wants to Be a Satellite-Internet Powerhouse. It Has a Long Way to Go.

cbc.ca / Amazon launches first batch of Kuiper internet satellites to compete with SpaceX's Starlink

permalink / 13 stories from 9 sources in 16 hours ago #amazon #space #aerospace #broadband #networking +

Massive Outage Paralyzes Spain, Portugal, and Parts of France

April 28, 2025, 7:20 am more...

A sweeping power failure has plunged vast regions of Spain, Portugal, and parts of France into darkness. The blackout has disrupted public transit, slashed internet connectivity, and halted business operations. Authorities are scrambling to pinpoint the cause while emergency teams work to restore power amid mounting public frustration.

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wired.com / Europe’s Devastating Power Outage in Photos

arstechnica.com / Spain is about to face the challenge of a “black start”

techcrunch.com / YouTube support affected by European power outages, too

wired.com / The Agonizing Task of Turning Europe’s Power Back On

gizmodo.com / Massive Power Outage Is Causing Havoc in Portugal and Spain

theregister.com / Nationwide power outages knock Spain, Portugal offline

permalink / 19 stories from 10 sources in 42 hours ago #energy #government #europe #internet #techpolicy +

NSF Director Resigns Amid Deep Budget Cuts and Job Losses

April 24, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

In a dramatic shakeup, the NSF director has resigned as the agency faces a staggering 55% budget cut and mass layoffs instituted by the Trump administration. The abrupt departure and accompanying grant terminations have left the science community questioning the future of federal research funding.

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arstechnica.com / NSF director resigns amid 55% budget cut, mass layoffs from Trump admin

theinformation.com / Motorola and Perplexity Announce App Distribution Deal - The Information

permalink / 3 stories from 3 sources in 5 days ago #science #government #trump #mobiletech #business +

Unique caterpillar species adorns itself with insect remains

April 24, 2025, 2:21 pm more...

Researchers have documented an extraordinary caterpillar that accessorizes itself by tailoring dead insect parts to its body—a bizarre natural behavior captured in striking images. The “bone collector” species, noted for its macabre fashion sense, offers a glimpse into nature’s quirky designs.

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arstechnica.com / Bone collector caterpillar adorns itself in insect body parts

gizmodo.com / New Caterpillar Found in Hawaii Wears Dead Bugs and Lives With Spiders

permalink / 4 stories from 3 sources in 5 days ago #science +

Researchers Unveil New Color Beyond Human Vision

April 21, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

Innovative experiments using laser pulses on participants’ retinas have revealed a color previously unseen by human eyes. The breakthrough challenges traditional notions of color perception and could spark new research in vision science as scientists explore how our visual systems respond to unconventional stimuli.

cnet.com / Researchers Shoot Lasers At People's Eyes To Help Them See A New Color

techspot.com / Researchers say they've discovered a new color that no human has ever perceived

permalink / 2 stories from 2 sources in 8 days ago #hardware #innovation #science #technology +

Andor Season 2 ignites fresh Star Wars discourse on Disney+

April 21, 2025, 1:20 pm more...

Critics are delving deep into the renewed narrative of Star Wars with the second season of Andor, which returns on Disney+ with a bold new vision. The season is being lauded for its rebellious spirit and fresh take on iconic themes, setting the stage for robust discussion among longtime fans and newcomers alike.

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cnet.com / 'Andor' Season 2 Premiere: When to Watch the Star Wars Series

gizmodo.com / Report: Lost‘s Carlton Cuse Is Working on a Mysterious Star Wars Show

gizmodo.com / Everything We Saw at Star Wars Celebration Japan

permalink / 7 stories from 4 sources in 8 days ago #software #gaming #saas #techpolicy #digitalmarketing +