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Under water: How FEMA’s outdated flood maps incentivize property owners to take risks

August 9, 2025

Under water: Outdated FEMA flood maps and the rise of property risk

Kyle C. Garrison

The charts meant to assist in making decisions regarding flood hazards nationwide are progressively being revealed as a concealed threat rather than a remedy. The flood maps produced by the…

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The Perseid meteor shower is peaking Tuesday. Here’s how to see it

August 9, 2025

The Perseid meteor shower peaks Tuesday—how to watch

Kyle C. Garrison

Each year, in the warmth of the summer, the Earth passes through a cosmic cloud of debris, creating one of the most anticipated celestial events for skywatchers. This phenomenon, known…

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Why Niger is investigating the million sale of the largest Mars rock found on Earth

August 7, 2025

Investigating the $5 million transaction of the largest Mars rock discovered on Earth in Niger

Kyle C. Garrison

In the dry stretches of the Sahara Desert, a significant geological discovery once captivated the world—a large piece of Mars, blasted off the Red Planet’s surface by a forceful cosmic…

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Destructive storms threaten parts of Midwest, Southeast this weekend

August 7, 2025

Destructive storms set to impact Midwest, Southeast this weekend

Kyle C. Garrison

Weather experts are cautioning that a succession of potent weather systems is projected to traverse parts of the Midwest and Southeast during the upcoming weekend, with the possibility of fierce…

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Scientists discovered a distant black hole 300 million times the size of the sun. It's a portal back in time.

August 4, 2025

Discovery: Massive black hole 300 million times the sun could be a portal back in time.

Kyle C. Garrison

A group of global scientists has discovered a colossal astronomical phenomenon that offers a unique glimpse into the formation of the universe. This recently found black hole, about 13 billion…

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Scientists want to prevent AI from going rogue by teaching it to be bad first

August 3, 2025

Stopping rogue AI: Scientists experiment with teaching AI to be bad initially

Kyle C. Garrison

A novel approach to artificial intelligence development has emerged from leading research institutions, focusing on proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks before AI systems become more advanced. This preventative strategy…

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‘Dyson spheres’ were theorized as a way to detect alien life. Scientists say they’ve found potential evidence

August 3, 2025

Researchers detect possible signs of advanced extraterrestrial life in distant star system

Kyle C. Garrison

Astronomers have identified strange energy patterns emanating from several faraway stars, which might be the first possible indications of theoretical megastructures called Dyson spheres. These enigmatic discoveries, recorded by numerous…

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Meet the new species of giant stick insect that weighs about the same as a golf ball

August 2, 2025

Explore the new giant stick insect species weighing close to a golf ball

Kyle C. Garrison

Researchers have identified a previously unknown species of stick insect that stands out for its surprising weight among its typically lightweight relatives. This remarkable creature, discovered during an expedition in…

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Google commits B to train US college students in artificial intelligence over three years

August 2, 2025

Google dedicates $1B to artificial intelligence education for US college students over three years

Kyle C. Garrison

The tech giant Google has revealed a significant $1 billion plan to broaden artificial intelligence training initiatives at colleges and universities throughout the U.S. This pledge over three years stands…

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Everyone hates wasps. But this scientist wants us to love them

August 2, 2025

Everyone avoids wasps, but this scientist thinks we should embrace them

Kyle C. Garrison

While most people instinctively swat at or flee from wasps, a growing number of scientists are advocating for a more nuanced understanding of these often-feared insects. Dr. Sarah Lawson, an…

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