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Boston Dynamics' Stretch robot.

Boston Dynamics’ Stretch robot lands its first gig

Boston Dynamics' highly versatile Stretch robot has landed its first gig almost a year after it was unveiled, with DHL planning to deploy a number of them soon.
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SpaceX ground camera shows cool footage of rocket separation

SpaceX successfully launched the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation 2 satellite for the Italian Space Agency on Monday, January 31.
A view of Saudi Arabia from the space station.

These amazing Earth photos from the ISS look more like works of art

Two images of Earth captured recently by an astronaut aboard the International Space Station look more like beautiful works of art than real landscapes.
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Elon Musk asked to pay $50K to end Twitter bot that tracks his jet

A teen who built a Twitter bot that provides updates on the movements of Elon Musk’s private jet says he’ll delete the account if the billionaire pays him $50K.
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SpaceX suddenly aborts rocket launch due to errant cruise ship

In an unusual turn of events, SpaceX called off its latest mission just 33 seconds from launch on Sunday evening due to a cruise ship in the hazard area.
A person using a smartphone.

Social media scammers stole a huge amount of money in 2021

Scammers targeting social media apps such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter stole at least $770 million from victims in 2021.
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Apple reports record revenue despite global chip shortage

Despite the global chip shortage, Apple has reported record revenue for its most recent quarter, thanks largely to strong sales of the new iPhone 13.
A prototype of NASA's VIPER lunar rover.

Watch NASA putting its VIPER lunar rover through its paces

NASA has released a video showing off the latest prototype of its VIPER rover that will be heading to the lunar surface in 2023.
A Falcon 9 rocket lifts off on May 30, for the first crewed test flight of the Crew Dragon capsule. flight

SpaceX rocket set to slam into the moon at 5,000 mph

Part of an out-of-control SpaceX rocket is set to slam into the moon in March after tumbling through space for the last seven years.
Tesla chief Elon Musk unveiling the Cybertruck in 2019.

Elon Musk confirms Cybertruck won’t arrive until 2023 at the earliest

Tesla chief Elon Musk confirmed on Wednesday that the automaker's futuristic Cybertruck won't begin production until 2023 at the earliest.
An astronaut tries to untangle the wire on a pair of headphones.

Untangling wired headphones is tricky in space, too

Space station astronaut Matthias Maurer has demonstrated that microgravity conditions hardly help when it comes to untangling wired headphones.
Tesla chief Elon Musk unveiling the Cybertruck in 2019.

Elon Musk takes Cybertruck for a spin ahead of important Tesla update

Elon Musk has taken the Cybertruck for a spin the day before the Tesla chief is expected to offer a highly anticipated update on the vehicle's delayed launch.
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Check out this robot restaurant built for the Winter Games

A robot restaurant built for the Winter Olympics delivers meals from the ceiling and is designed to minimize human contact to prevent COVID-19 infections.
The result of a Wordle game.

Twitter zaps spoilsport bot that ruined Wordle games

An automated Twitter account that posted Wordle spoilers to people who shared their daily results has been kicked off the platform.
iRobot Roomba j7+ on hardwood floor.

Roomba attempts great escape from budget hotel

A Roomba, apparently tired of cleaning up after guests at a hotel in England, recently made a dash for it and trundled to freedom.
James Webb Space Telescope illustration.

James Webb Space Telescope reaches destination, so now what?

Four weeks after launch, the James Webb Space Telescope has successfully reached the location from where it will explore deep space over the coming years.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launching from Cape Canaveral.

NASA delays launch of its first space tourism mission to ISS

Several issues have prompted NASA and Axiom Space to delay the first U.S.-organized space tourism trip to the International Space Station by about a month.
The interior of Airbnb's Euro House in Italy.

Airbnb offering a year in Italy rent-free, and you can apply

Airbnb is offering the unique chance to live in a recently restored heritage home in Sicily, Italy -- and the rent will cost you nothing.
The International Space Station pictured from the SpaceX Crew Dragon Endeavour during a fly-around of the orbiting lab.

Forget spacewalking. How about space running?

While a spacewalk requires climbing into an unwieldy spacesuit for a stint outside the orbital facility, a “space run” is an altogether different affair.
James Webb Space Telescope illustration.

James Webb Space Telescope about to attempt next crucial step

Following its launch last month, the James Webb Space Telescope now faces another crucial step ahead of its work to explore deep space.
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Elon Musk’s help requested to reconnect Tonga to the internet

A New Zealand lawmaker has asked SpaceX chief Elon Musk to help reconnect Tonga to the internet after Saturday's volcanic eruption knocked it offline.
The interior of an Amazon Style store.

Check out the shopping experience at Amazon’s new retail clothing store

Amazon is about to open its first-ever retail clothing store selling garments, shoes, and accessories from well-known brands as well as emerging designers.
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Airstream’s electric RV concepts make eco-friendly road trips

Airstream owner Thor Industries has hinted at future plans with two new concept electric RVs designed for eco-friendly road trips.
Ash from the Tonga volcanic eruption.

Astronaut’s photos show Tongan ash cloud in Earth’s atmosphere

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared photos showing ash from the Tongan volcanic eruption lingering high in Earth's atmosphere.
3D Instagram icon.

Instagram tests subscriptions for creators to turn content into cash

Instagram has started testing subscriptions to enable popular creators to monetize their output through exclusive content.
A SpaceX rocket heading to space.

Watch highlights of SpaceX’s spectacular Starlink night launch

Check out the highlights from SpaceX's spectacular night launch on Tuesday in which it deployed another 49 satellites for its Starlink internet service.
A streak of light from a Starlink satellite.

Researchers study impact of SpaceX’s Starlink satellites on astronomy

A team of researchers has studied the impact of SpaceX's growing Starlink satellite constellation on the work of astronomers.
An illustration of an asteroid hurtling past Earth.

A huge asteroid makes close approach to Earth today

An asteroid two-and-a-half times the size of the Empire State Building is hurtling toward Earth, but there's no cause for alarm.
FedEx aircraft on the tarmac.

FedEx hopes to add antimissile lasers to its cargo jets

FedEx wants to fit an antimissile system to some of its planes despite the rare nature of such attacks on civilian aircraft.
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Watch Emirates’ new daredevil ad shot by a drone

Emirates' 2021 ad featuring a stuntwoman perched atop the world’s tallest building proved such a hit that the airline has decided to take it up a notch.
An airplane coming into land.

Airlines continue to fear new 5G service will cause flight chaos

The CEOs of a number of U.S. airlines said they fear flight chaos on Wednesday when AT&T and Verizon switch on their potentially disruptive C-Band 5G networks.
SpaceX Crew-3 astronauts.

NASA raises issue of dwindling astronaut numbers

As NASA looks toward expanding its crewed trips to space, the agency has voiced concerns over a possible lack of astronauts to help fulfill the missions.
A man checks his phone in an Apple retail store in Grand Central Terminal.

Get the COVID-19 booster shot, Apple reportedly tells staff

Apple has reportedly told its store and corporate employees to get the COVID-19 booster shot when eligible or face frequent tests for the virus.
The result of a Wordle game.

How Wordle and Wordle! teamed up for charity

One is a massively popular word game. The other has the same name and landed on the app store five years ago. Here's how they teamed up for charity.