Nine PBS Sues Iron Mountain Over 50TB Archive of 70 Years of TV History

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A legal battle involving Nine PBS and Iron Mountain is highlighting the risks organizations face when valuable historical data is stored through third-party cloud and data-storage providers. Nine PBS, the St. Louis public television station formerly known as KETC, has filed a lawsuit seeking access to more than 50 terabytes of archival material that contains approximately 70 years of the organization's television history. The archive reportedly includes programs, photographs, videos and other materials dating back to the station's beginnings in...Click for full post

Google Chrome Revokes Notification Permissions for Inactive Websites

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Google Chrome is making another change aimed at reducing unwanted website notifications. The browser is beginning to automatically revoke notification permissions from websites that users rarely visit, helping reduce notification clutter while giving users greater control over which websites can send alerts. For Chrome users, the change could mean fewer distracting pop-ups and notifications from websites they may have forgotten they previously authorized. The move is part of Google's broader effort to improve privacy, security and the overall browsing experience....Click for full post

236-Million-Year-Old Fossil Challenges the Story of Mammalian Live Birth

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A 236-million-year-old fossil from Argentina is giving scientists a surprising new look at one of the most important developments in mammalian evolution: live birth. Researchers studying the fossil of Chiniquodon theotonicus, a distant mammalian relative that lived during the Triassic Period, have found evidence suggesting that this animal may have given birth to live young rather than laying eggs. If confirmed by additional fossils, the discovery could push the origin of live birth in the mammalian lineage back by as...Click for full post

Rare Nintendo Cartridges Found in Wisconsin Storage Unit Could Be Worth Thousands

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A forgotten box sitting for years in a Wisconsin storage unit has turned into one of the most remarkable Nintendo discoveries of 2026. Inside were 97 pristine Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) cartridges featuring Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt. What initially appeared to be a collection of common NES games turned out to be something much more significant: a previously undo cumented production variant that may be highly desirable to collectors. The discovery is a reminder that some of the...Click for full post

The World’s Vegetables Are Vanishing: Why Vegetable Diversity Matters

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The World's Vegetables Are Vanishing Walk into almost any modern supermarket and you will probably see plenty of vegetables: tomatoes, onions, carrots, lettuce, broccoli, peppers and potatoes. So how can the world's vegetables be disappearing? The answer is vegetable biodiversity. Scientists are warning that the world is losing many vegetable species, varieties and wild relatives that have traditionally provided farmers and communities with a broad range of foods. At the same time, people around the world are eating fewer vegetables...Click for full post

NASA Extends Voyager 2 Mission With ‘Big Bang’ Power Fix

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Nearly five decades after launching from Earth, NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft is still exploring interstellar space — and engineers have found another clever way to keep the aging probe alive. NASA engineers have successfully implemented a major power-saving maneuver nicknamed the “Big Bang” on Voyager 2. The carefully planned operation is expected to allow the spacecraft’s remaining science instruments to continue operating for at least another year. The achievement is another remarkable example of engineers extending the life of a...Click for full post

NASA’s Moon Base Could Become Reality: Americans May Live on the Moon Within 20 Years

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For decades, living on the Moon has been a concept reserved for science fiction. Now, NASA is pursuing a plan that could make a permanent human presence on the lunar surface a reality. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has outlined an ambitious vision in which the United States establishes a sustained presence on the Moon and eventually has Americans living and working there. The agency's current Moon Base initiative is designed to build lunar infrastructure in stages, beginning with robotic missions...Click for full post

OpenAI Reportedly Developing AI Smart Speaker: Everything We Know

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The artificial intelligence race may soon move beyond smartphones and computers. According to multiple reports, OpenAI is developing its first AI-powered smart speaker, marking the company's biggest step yet into consumer hardware. If the reports prove accurate, the device could become a direct competitor to Amazon Echo, Google Nest, and Apple's HomePod while showcasing what conversational AI can do when it is always available in your home. Here's everything we know about OpenAI's rumored smart speaker and why it could...Click for full post

Total Solar Eclipse August 12, 2026: Everything You Need to Know About One of the Decade’s Biggest Sky Events

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On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, skywatchers around the world will witness one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the decade—a total solar eclipse. While only a narrow path across parts of Europe, Greenland, Iceland, and the Arctic will experience totality, millions more will see a partial eclipse. Whether you're planning to travel into the path of totality or simply want to understand what makes this event so special, here's everything you need to know. What Is a Total Solar...Click for full post

GPU Prices Keep Surging in 2026: Why Graphics Cards Cost More Than Ever

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Just when PC gamers and hardware enthusiasts thought the graphics card market had finally stabilized, GPU prices are rising sharply once again in 2026. After enjoying lower prices throughout much of 2025, buyers are once again facing inflated costs on many of NVIDIA, AMD, and even Intel graphics cards. High-end models are selling hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars above their original launch prices, making PC upgrades increasingly expensive. So what's causing this latest price surge, and is there any relief in...Click for full post

California Billionaire Wealth Tax Proposal Explained | Pros, Cons & Economic Impact

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California has long been at the center of debates over taxation, income inequality, and public spending. A renewed proposal to tax the state's wealthiest residents has once again sparked intense discussion among lawmakers, economists, business leaders, and taxpayers. Supporters argue that a billionaire wealth tax could generate billions of dollars in revenue for public programs, while critics warn it could encourage wealthy individuals and businesses to leave the state, reducing investment and long-term tax revenue. Here's what the proposal involves...Click for full post

Microsoft Plans to Optimize Windows 11 for 8GB RAM PCs: What It Means for Everyday Users

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Microsoft appears to be taking another step toward improving the Windows 11 experience for millions of users by focusing on systems equipped with 8GB of RAM. While modern PCs continue to ship with 16GB or more memory, a significant percentage of laptops and budget desktops still rely on 8GB configurations. If Microsoft's optimization efforts are successful, Windows 11 could become noticeably faster and more responsive on lower-memory systems without requiring users to purchase expensive hardware upgrades. Why 8GB RAM Still...Click for full post