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Northrop’s robot space mechanic is a new way to keep satellites at work longer
Northrop Grumman is replacing its first satellite life-extension spacecraft on an Optus communications satellite with a more flexible robotic servicing system. The change matters because satellites often stop operating when they exhaust station-keeping fuel rather than when their main equipment fails, so extending their orbital life could preserve valuable services and revenue. A Mission Extension…
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Lionsgate Stock Falls To 4-Month Low After Activist Investor Pushes AI Agenda
Lionsgate shares fell to a four-month low after activist investor Anson Funds urged the studio to adopt a more ambitious artificial intelligence strategy. The dispute matters because investors increasingly view entertainment companies through the lens of whether AI will strengthen their business or leave them vulnerable to lower-cost rivals. The stock closed at $11.73 on…
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Node.js creator liberates Durable Objects from Cloudflare
Same stateful trick, now with your own infrastructure
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Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out
Twitch will allow Amazon to use streamers’ audio and video content to train generative AI models by default, unless creators actively opt out. The decision has prompted strong criticism because it places the burden on creators to protect recordings of their likenesses and voices, while highlighting the value of Twitch’s large archive of livestream material…
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Halo: Campaign Evolved Sales Estimates Put it at a Nearly 50-50 Split Between Xbox and PS5 Buyers
Halo: Campaign Evolved, the recently released Unreal Engine 5 remake of the campaign half of original Xbox killer app Halo: Combat Evolved, has sold 1.2 million copies across Xbox, PlayStation 5, and Steam, according to estimates from Alinea Analytics.
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How the West watched most historic solar eclipse since 1999
Thousands of people across the West of England gathered on Wednesday evening to watch a partial solar eclipse, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured by the Moon. It was the greatest solar coverage visible from the UK since the total eclipse in 1999, making it a notable once-in-a-generation event. Crowds assembled at locations…
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LEGO Reveals Nike Air Force 1 Set With a New Version of the Classic Spaceman Minifigure
LEGO has revealed an upcoming set based on Nike’s iconic Air Force 1 sneaker that also includes a new version of the Classic Spaceman minifigure.
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It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year
Apple is reportedly planning to delay the standard iPhone 18 until the first quarter of 2027, while launching the iPhone 18 Pro models this autumn. The move would mark a departure from Apple’s usual simultaneous autumn release schedule and could reflect a stronger focus on higher-margin premium devices. Apple supplier Pegatron reportedly confirmed the timing…
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SCORPIONS’ ‘Rock You Like A Hurricane’ Music Video Comes To Life In New Official Graphic Novel
Scorpions are releasing their first official graphic novel, “Scorpions: Hurricane”, a science-fiction adventure inspired by the imagery of their “Rock You Like a Hurricane” video. The project expands the veteran rock band’s catalogue into a new format and is due to arrive in October 2026. The 96-page, full-colour hardcover follows the band touring the galaxy…