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American science to soon face its largest brain drain in history

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-13 23:42:53

Sign up for the Starts With a Bang newsletter Travel the universe with Dr. Ethan Siegel as he answers the biggest questions of all. Subscribe From World War II until 2024, the US stood unchallenged as the scientific leader of the free world. Across practically every discipline — physics, materials science, astronomy, chemistry, biology, medicine, geology, etc. — American scientific missions and initiatives, often in collaboration with European, Canadian, Asian, and many other global partners, b

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Xbox hit hard with layoffs: from canceled games to a shuttered studio

theverge.com Verge Staff 2026-02-14 03:36:32

On July 2nd, Microsoft announced sweeping layoffs affecting as many as 9,000 employees, and they had a big impact on the company’s Xbox studios. Microsoft canceled Perfect Dark from The Initiative and closed the studio. Rare’s Everwild, announced in 2019, was canceled, too. And Forza Motorsport developer Turn 10 Studios will lose more than 70 employees. “We must make choices now for continued success in future years and a key part of that strategy is the discipline to prioritize the strongest o

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The Unseen Fury of Solar Storms

news.ycombinator.com Henry Wismayer 2026-02-10 20:33:55

Credits Henry Wismayer is a writer based in London. I EXETER, United Kingdom — It was an overcast morning in southwest England, but Kirk Waite was staring at the sun. In the open-plan forecasting room of the Met Office, the U.K.’s national meteorological agency, the country’s senior weather-watchers were monitoring low-pressure systems sweeping in from the Atlantic and across the British Isles. Waite was studying weather of a very different sort. He sat at a crescent-shaped desk arrayed with

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Nearly 500 Starlink Satellites Have Incinerated in Earth's Atmosphere So Far This Year

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-14 10:08:00

According to a filing with the Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday, 472 Starlink satellites burned up in the atmosphere between December 2024 and May 2025, as SpaceX deorbited around 6% of its active fleet. Starlink satellites are built to last around five years. After that, they're steered into the Earth's atmosphere to burn up. SpaceX, the rocket company owned by Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk, launched the first Starlink satellites in 2019, which means we're now seeing its first full-sca

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Evidence of a 12,800-year-old shallow airburst depression in Louisiana

news.ycombinator.com Fitzenreiter 2026-02-12 18:55:53

Introduction Cosmic airbursts and impacts produce a wide range of surface effects, with high-altitude airbursts, such as the 1908 Tunguska event, primarily generating blast damage without forming craters [1]. In contrast, low-altitude “touch-down” airbursts may induce surface melting, spherule formation, shocked quartz, and shallow cratering [2]. Due to preservation challenges, few airburst signatures are documented in the geologic record, limiting our understanding of these events. Here, we rep

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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for July 3, #283

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-14 15:00:00

Looking for the most recent regular Connections answers? Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. The purple category for today's Connections: Sports Edition is a real doozy. In fact, the entire puzzle might take longer than usual to solve. Read on for hints and the answers. Connections: Sports Edition is out of beta now, making its debut on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9. That's a sign that t

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Xbox hit hard with layoffs: from cancelled games to a shuttered studio

theverge.com Verge Staff 2026-02-14 15:36:32

On July 2nd, Microsoft announced sweeping layoffs affecting as many as 9,000 employees, and they had a big impact on the company’s Xbox studios. Microsoft cancelled Perfect Dark from The Initiative and closed the studio. Rare’s Everwild, announced in 2019, was cancelled, too. And Forza Motorsport developer Turn 10 Studios will lose more than 70 employees. “We must make choices now for continued success in future years and a key part of that strategy is the discipline to prioritize the strongest

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You Can Still See the Aurora Borealis Tonight. Here's Where the Brightest Lights Will Glow

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-14 20:45:03

The Fourth of July holiday will bring explosive light shows on Friday night, but many folks will see much quieter and calmer lights in the sky tonight, as recent solar activity will continue to bring the Aurora Borealis to several US states. Wednesday night marks the winding down of a Kp 4 magnetic storm that the Space Weather Prediction Center reported starting late Monday evening. The K-Index measures the horizontal impact of geomagnetic storms, and a Kp4 or Kp 5 rating results in what the Na

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Phil Spencer isn’t retiring as the chief of Xbox ‘anytime soon’

theverge.com Jay Peters 2026-02-14 20:40:27

Microsoft says that Phil Spencer, Microsoft Gaming CEO and the head of Xbox, isn’t retiring “anytime soon.” The company has responded to rumors of Spencer’s retirement, which have spread online today following Microsoft’s major layoffs. “Phil is not retiring anytime soon,” says Kari Perez, head of Xbox communications, in a statement to The Verge. The denial comes after Call of Duty leaker GhostOfHope claimed “Phil Spencer will be retiring from his role as CEO of Microsoft Gaming after the launc

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I recommend this hybrid Windows laptop for work travel - and it's over 40% off

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-02-15 00:52:38

ZDNET's key takeaways HP's 16-inch Envy x360 2-in-1 (2024) comes in a variety of configurations, but the version with 1TB of storage and an OLED display starts at $1,599. It sports one of the most gorgeous displays I've seen on a convertible laptop in this price range. It's a little on the heavy side, and swapping configurations can be buggy. View now at HP The HP Envy x360 2-in-1 Laptop has received a huge $700 discount, dropping down to $900. Act fast because this deal won't last long. We

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Former SpaceX manager alleges harassment, retaliation, and security violations in lawsuit

techcrunch.com Aria Alamalhodaei 2026-02-14 23:02:57

A former SpaceX security manager, who was privy to top secret information on U.S. government programs, is suing the company and one of its senior employees for alleged discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation. Jenna Shumway, who was promoted to senior contractor program security officer after being hired in 2022, also alleges the senior employee — Daniel Collins, a former Defense Department official hired to run security compliance for the company’s government work — violated top secr

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Spain arrests hackers who targeted politicians and journalists

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-15 05:30:05

The Spanish police have arrested two individuals in the province of Las Palmas for their alleged involvement in cybercriminal activity, including data theft from the country's government. The duo has been described as a "serious threat to national security" and focused their attacks on high-ranking state officials as well as journalists. They leaked samples of the stolen data online to build notoriety and inflate the selling price. "The investigation began when agents detected the leakage of p

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A Group of Young Cybercriminals Poses the ‘Most Imminent Threat’ of Cyberattacks Right Now

wired.com Matt Burgess 2026-02-15 05:56:04

Empty grocery store shelves and grounded planes tend to signal a crisis, whether it’s an extreme weather event, public health crisis, or geopolitical emergency. But these scenes of chaos in recent weeks in the United Kingdom, United States, and Canada were caused instead by financially motivated cyberattacks—seemingly perpetrated by a collective of joyriding teens. A notorious cybercriminal group often called Scattered Spider is known for using social engineering techniques to infiltrate target

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Citrix warns of login issues after NetScaler auth bypass patch

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-15 10:19:05

Citrix warns that patching recently disclosed vulnerabilities that can be exploited to bypass authentication and launch denial-of-service attacks may also break login pages on NetScaler ADC and Gateway appliances. This happens because starting with NetScaler 14.1.47.46 and 13.1.59.19, the Content Security Policy (CSP) header, which mitigates risks associated with cross-site scripting (XSS), code injection, and other client-side attacks, is enabled by default. However, while it is designed to b

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Best Buy Slashes Odyssey Neo G7 43″ Gaming Monitor by 50%, Cheaper Than Samsung for 4th of July

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-02-15 10:40:47

If you’ve built you’re own custom PC gaming rig, you probably put a lot of thought into the the different parts. Balancing your budget against finding a great CPU and graphics card, a power supply that can support them, an SSD with enough storage to hold the games you download—those prices add up. But not matter how much power and performance you’ve managed to pack into your new desktop, it will all be meaningless if your monitor is crap and can’t even display your game correctly. A crazy-fast p

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4 Best Smart Displays (2025): Tested By a Smart Home Addict

wired.com Nena Farrell 2026-02-15 15:34:00

More Smart Displays We Like Google Nest Hub for $100: Google’s second-gen Nest Hub is a great option if you don't need a camera and don’t mind a smaller 7-inch screen. It has a wake-up alarm that emulates the rising sun for gentler mornings, and it has sleep tracking tech to track your sleep quality, though the quality of the results isn't great. It also supports gestures—like playing or pausing a video with a hand movement—by using unique radar tech. Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen, 2023) for $90: The s

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Forget JBL, Amazon’s Choice Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker for 41% Off and It Can Charge Your Phone

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-02-15 20:10:19

Fourth of July weekend is just a few short days away. It wouldn’t be complete without pool, sun, and hot dogs—but you’re not going to want to forget the tunes. You need a solid speaker that can pump music across the whole backyard so folks standing around the grill, people hopping in the pool, and fellas playing cornhole can all hear Charli XCX. This waterproof Bluetooth speaker by Houl Zallee could be just the speaker you’re looking for. Right now, Amazon has it discounted by 41% which knocks i

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Data breach reveals Catwatchful ‘stalkerware’ is spying on thousands of phones

techcrunch.com Zack Whittaker 2026-02-15 20:05:00

A security vulnerability in a stealthy Android spyware operation called Catwatchful has exposed thousands of its customers, including its administrator. The bug, which was discovered by security researcher Eric Daigle, spilled the spyware app’s full database of email addresses and plaintext passwords that Catwatchful customers use to access the data stolen from the phones of their victims. Catwatchful is spyware masquerading as a child monitoring app that claims to be “invisible and cannot be

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Why I'm ditching Bluetooth speakers in favor of this outdoor wired system - and don't regret it

zdnet.com Christian De Looper 2026-02-16 00:21:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers are available for $325 a pair, offering a sleek and weatherproof design. These speakers have a crisp, detailed, and surprisingly deep sound profile. You'll need an amplifier for these speakers, making them less convenient than using a Bluetooth speaker. $325 at B&H Photo-Video While plenty of folks use portable Bluetooth speakers for their outdoor listening needs, they're not the most practical choice if you're setting up an outdoor envir

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How to Travel to the Most Remote Office on Earth

wired.com Mitch Moxley 2026-02-16 00:00:00

In November 2023, Jessica Studer, a 33-year-old research medical doctor and professional pianist from Bremgarten, Switzerland, prepared for her trip to Antarctica’s Concordia research station. Most work trips require a flight and a few nights in a hotel; hers would involve several days of travel and a year at the most remote outpost in the world. Very few people have experience preparing for such an extreme journey. Concordia sits at 10,600 feet above sea level, with winter temperatures plummet

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How to Watch England vs. India From Anywhere for Free: Livestream 2nd Test Cricket

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-16 04:20:04

After a breathtaking victory in the series opener, Ben Stokes' England will aim to press their advantage against India as the action moves to the Midlands for the 2nd Test. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch all the action as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. England pulled off a dramatic fourth-innings pursuit of 371, sealing a memorable five-wi

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Google Now returns? Gemini Space could bring a Daily Hub feature to Pixels (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-16 15:19:57

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is developing a new feature called Gemini Space for Pixel devices, potentially as an evolution or rebrand of the current At a Glance feature. We’ve now found strings for a “Daily Hub,” feature within At a Glance/Gemini Space, described as a “space for content and suggestions to simplify your day.” This suggests Daily Hub could offer helpful content and suggestions similar to Samsung’s Now Brief and the erstwhile Google Now. We’ve previously spotte

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This Dell laptop is my top choice for both work and travel - and it's on sale for $400 off

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2026-02-16 12:00:20

ZDNET's key takeaways Prices for the Dell 14 Plus currently start at $1,099 During a time of economic turmoil, this laptop is a lifeline, providing next-gen performance at an affordable price However, don't expect too much from its display, as it's no OLED or 4K panel. View now at Dell View now at Micro Center more buying choices Every configuration of the Dell 14 Plus is on sale ahead of July 4. You can get the base model is $700, a $400 discount. Back in early 2025, Dell made a bold move.

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A proof-of-concept neural brain implant providing speech

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-13 03:16:14

Stephen Hawking, a British physicist and arguably the most famous man suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), communicated with the world using a sensor installed in his glasses. That sensor used tiny movements of a single muscle in his cheek to select characters on a screen. Once he typed a full sentence at a rate of roughly one word per minute, the text was synthesized into speech by a DECtalk TC01 synthesizer, which gave him his iconic, robotic voice. But a lot has changed since

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Best Rural Internet Providers for 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-16 15:00:00

Our picks 90001 Edit ZIP code Why we chose these providers Sort by Best rural home internet provider 87 - 415 Mbps $50 - $70 per month Check with T-Mobile Provider not available in 90001 Edit ZIP code Or call to learn more: (877) 519-7610 Best wired rural internet provider 10 - 140 Mbps $55 per month Check with CenturyLink Provider not available in 90001 Edit ZIP code Or call to learn more: (866) 671-3650 Best rural fixed wireless internet provider 25 - 50 Mbps $45 - $65 per month Check with Ris

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The 16 best portable Bluetooth speakers for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2026-02-16 17:01:25

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Whether you're jamming out at the beach, setting up a backyard movie night or just want some tunes while you work, a great portable Bluetooth speaker is a must-have. The best options today go beyond just playing music — they deliver punchy bass, crisp vocals and even customizable sound

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Figma files for proposed IPO

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-16 03:39:14

Figma, Inc. (“Figma”) today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) relating to a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock. Figma has applied to list its Class A common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FIG.” The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The offering is subject to market conditions, and there

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Qantas discloses cyberattack amid Scattered Spider aviation breaches

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-16 15:54:45

Australian airline Qantas disclosed that it detected a cyberattack on Monday after threat actors gained access to a third-party platform containing customer data. Qantas is Australia's largest airline, operating domestic and international flights across six continents and employing around 24,000 people. In a press release issued Monday night, the airline states that the attack has been contained, but a "significant" amount of data is believed to have been stolen. The breach began after a threa

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Voyage of Magellan – Epilogue: Sailor of Eternal Fame

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-13 18:29:43

Pedro Alfonso was entirely correct when he told Captain Espinosa what his sentence would be if he was captured by his countrymen. The last the rest of the crew of the Trinidad saw of him was when he was being bundled away in chains by Admiral Brito’s men, quaking with fear. That night, a priest came to see him in the dark hole into which he had been cast on the island of Ternate. Early the next morning, he was dragged to a clearing next to the Portuguese fort that was being built there. Under th

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Fakespot shuts down today after 9 years of detecting fake product reviews

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-16 16:26:35

Today marks the end of an era. After nearly a decade of helping millions of shoppers navigate the murky waters of online reviews, Fakespot has officially closed its doors. If you tried to check a product listing this morning and found Fakespot not working, you're not alone. The service has permanently shut down. TL;DR: Fakespot, the popular fake review detection tool acquired by Mozilla in 2023, shut down today, July 1, 2025. Founded by Saoud Khalifah in 2016, it helped millions identify unreli

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American science to soon face its largest brain drain in history

Xbox hit hard with layoffs: from canceled games to a shuttered studio

The Unseen Fury of Solar Storms

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Spain arrests hackers who targeted politicians and journalists

A Group of Young Cybercriminals Poses the ‘Most Imminent Threat’ of Cyberattacks Right Now

Citrix warns of login issues after NetScaler auth bypass patch

Best Buy Slashes Odyssey Neo G7 43″ Gaming Monitor by 50%, Cheaper Than Samsung for 4th of July

4 Best Smart Displays (2025): Tested By a Smart Home Addict

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Data breach reveals Catwatchful ‘stalkerware’ is spying on thousands of phones

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