Microsoft Announces Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection

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Microsoft is celebrating a quarter-century of Xbox with a new Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection, bringing one of gaming's most recognizable designs back in a modern limited-edition package. The centerpiece is the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition, featuring a translucent green design inspired by the original Xbox. Microsoft has also introduced a matching Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition, giving longtime Xbox fans a nostalgic way to celebrate 25 years of gaming. The anniversary collection is particularly significant because Xbox originally...Click for full post

Apple Debuts New Mac mini and Mac Studio With AI Upgrades

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Apple has unveiled a major refresh of its desktop Mac lineup, introducing a new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chips and an updated Mac Studio powered by M5 Max and the all-new M5 Ultra. The new machines put artificial intelligence at the center of Apple's desktop strategy, with substantial improvements in AI processing, graphics, memory bandwidth, and connectivity. The announcement comes as Apple increasingly positions its Macs as machines capable of running sophisticated AI workloads locally rather than...Click for full post

Cookies Made From Plastic Bottles Could Ease Food Shortages

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Imagine biting into a cookie and learning that some of its ingredients originally came from a discarded plastic bottle. That unusual idea is becoming a reality. Researchers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are developing a technology that uses specialized microorganisms to transform plastic bottles and agricultural waste into food ingredients—including proteins, fats, vitamins and flavor compounds. The resulting protein-rich cookies, called µBites, could eventually provide food in places where traditional supplies are difficult to obtain. The research is part of...Click for full post

China Postpones Chang’e-7 Lunar Launch, Delaying Ambitious Moon South Pole Mission

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China has postponed the launch of its Chang’e-7 lunar mission after officials determined that the spacecraft did not meet the conditions required to launch during the planned 2026 window. The delay is a setback for one of China’s most ambitious robotic Moon missions, which is designed to search for water ice near the lunar south pole. The China Manned Space Agency announced the postponement on August 23, 2026, following what it described as a comprehensive assessment. Officials said the decision...Click for full post

Meta Defends Itself in Landmark Federal Trial Over Alleged Social Media Harm to Children

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Meta Platforms is defending itself in a major federal civil trial in California as 29 states accuse the company of deliberately designing Facebook and Instagram to keep children and teenagers hooked. The case could have major consequences for Meta, social media companies and the future of online child safety. Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing one of its most significant legal challenges yet as it defends itself in a federal civil trial in the U.S....Click for full post

How Much Has the National Debt Grown Under President Trump?

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The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, reaching a historic milestone in August 2026. The increase has occurred under multiple presidents, but President Donald Trump has overseen significant increases during both of his terms in office. So, exactly how much has the national debt grown under President Trump? The answer depends on whether you're looking at Trump's first term, his current second term, or the entire period since he first entered the White House in 2017. The National Debt...Click for full post

SpaceX Moon Crash Site Revealed: NASA Images Show New Lunar Crater

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SpaceX Moon Crash Site Revealed in Stunning NASA Images The SpaceX moon crash site has now been photographed in detail, giving scientists their first close look at the scar left by a discarded Falcon 9 rocket stage that slammed into the Moon earlier this month. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) captured before-and-after images showing a newly formed crater on the lunar surface. The impact occurred on August 5, 2026, when an approximately 8,800-pound (4,000-kilogram) Falcon 9 upper stage struck the...Click for full post

Warning: Add These 6 Characters to Your Wi-Fi Network Name Immediately

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Your Wi-Fi network name may seem like a harmless label, but it can reveal more information than you realize. A network name can identify your home, your internet provider, your router manufacturer, or even personal information. That makes choosing a secure Wi-Fi network name an easy but often overlooked part of protecting your home network. One popular security recommendation is to add six characters — _nomap — to the end of your Wi-Fi network name. The change is simple, but...Click for full post

New Cosmic Object MoM-BH*-1 Identified as a “Black Hole Star”

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Astronomers may have discovered a completely new type of cosmic object hiding in the early universe. Called MoM-BH-1*, the mysterious object appears to combine characteristics of a star and a black hole, leading researchers to describe it as a “black hole star.” The extraordinary object was observed with NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and dates to a time when the universe was only about 660 million years old. Its unusual properties could provide important clues about one of astronomy’s...Click for full post

China Updates Geological Map of the Moon

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China has released a significantly updated geological map of the Moon, giving scientists a more detailed picture of the lunar surface and its history. The new map, completed by researchers at the Institute of Geology of the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, incorporates new scientific information from China's Chang’e lunar exploration program, including samples returned from the Moon's near and far sides. The project is more than a new picture of the Moon. Scientists say the updated map provides an...Click for full post

Windows 11 Could Soon Get Significantly Faster With Microsoft’s New Performance Tools

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Windows 11 users may soon have another reason to expect better performance from their PCs. Microsoft is continuing to focus on responsiveness and system performance, with new tools and optimizations aimed at identifying bottlenecks and making everyday Windows tasks feel faster. The development comes as Microsoft continues refining Windows 11 rather than simply adding new features. Recent updates have already introduced performance improvements, including changes designed to make applications launch more quickly. Microsoft Is Putting More Focus on Windows 11...Click for full post

Steelers Roll Past Packers, 28-9, to Open 2026 Preseason

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The Pittsburgh Steelers opened the 2026 NFL preseason in impressive fashion Thursday night, defeating the Green Bay Packers 28-9 at Acrisure Stadium. While preseason results should always be viewed with some caution, Pittsburgh gave its fans plenty of reasons for optimism, particularly with strong performances from its young quarterbacks. Drew Allar Steals the Spotlight The biggest story of the night was rookie quarterback Drew Allar, who delivered an outstanding NFL preseason debut. The former Penn State standout completed 10 of...Click for full post