Why NASA Ended The Lunar Trailblazer Mission
Space exploration is a risky endeavor, and unfortunately not all of the missions sent up will be successful, such was the fate of Lunar Trailblazer.
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ChatGPT-5 Plus Vs. Free Features - Is The Subscription Still Worth It?
ChatGPT's newest upgrade comes with more features for both the free and paid versions. Here's why you may not need to pay for a subscription anymore.
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Scientists Believe Greenland May Be Hiding A Secret Lake Under The Ice
In the midst of climate change, few places are more dynamic than Greenland, but a previously unknown lake has been making bigger changes than expected.
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How To Password Protect Your Android Apps (And Why You Might Want To)
Your apps contain a whole lot of data that you might want to keep private. Fortunately, you can lock them up behind a secure password.
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Why The Dream Chaser Space Plane Keeps Getting Delayed
The Dream Chaser space plane has been in development since 2004, leaving many to wonder if it will ever take off. But launch delays are for the right reasons.
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The Secret To Life On Mars Could Be Cosmic Rays, According To This New Study
When we think about how radiation effects life, we usually have a negative picture in our head, but on Mars, radiation could be sustaining life.
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Healthcare Professionals Have One Big Tip For Using ChatGPT In Your Life
ChatGPT is an AI tool that can be useful, if not always reliable. Healthcare professionals warn that the chatbot shouldn't be used for this purpose.
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Google Gemini's Most Powerful Photo Feature May Come To Android Soon
It's easy to take photos with our phones. Sometimes, however, we want to edit our photos. That's where Google Gemini's powerful new photo feature comes in.
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How Does Glass Let Light Through? The Science Explained
Glass is one of those things that's all around us but noone stops to think about, like, how does light just pass through it without changing?
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Yes, Nintendo Can Brick Your Switch 2, And It's Easier Than You Think
The Switch 2 was finally released in June 2025, and eventually, some users found that their system was bricked — and it was Nintendo that did it.
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The Used Tesla Cybertruck Has Plummeted In Value Since It Came Out, Here's Why
The Tesla Cybertruck's used market has done very poorly — and continues to plummet — in no small part thanks to controversy around the trucks and CEO Elon Musk.
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Some Tesla Superchargers Aren't Approved For Use In California, Here's Why
Tesla Supercharger stations are all over California and are convenient for EV drivers to use, but some may be shut down due to a specific state law.
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This Old Tree Revealed A Catastrophic Solar Storm From Millenia Ago
Usually, a solar storm means that auroras will light up the sky. But more powerful storms, such as this ancient one, could have far more dangerous effects.
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Here's What Happens When Meteors Enter Earth's Atmosphere
The sight of a meteor racing through the sky is a spectacular one, but a meteor is more than just a streak of light. There's a whole lot of science at work.
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Why Do Laptop Chargers Have A Box In The Middle Of The Cable?
You might never have thought about why your laptop charger cable has a box in the middle of it, but that box is vital to your laptop's performance.
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Apple CarPlay Can Now Remotely Connect To This Smart Home Security System
This security company has revealed that customers can use Apple CarPlay for various features like locking their doors and activating their home security system.
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The Cheapest Electric Vehicle On The Market Shows Why EV Adoption Rate Isn't Higher
Electric vehicles have been touted as the future of tech and travel, but a look at their price tags explains why EVs haven't made huge gains in the market.
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These Drugs Can Reverse Alzheimer's Brain Damage In Mice, According To Scientists
A study of two different cancer drugs in mice showed promise for reversing Alzheimer's brain damage. Scientists are hopeful the same happens in human trials.
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3 Ways To Clear The Cache On Your Android Phone
Is your phone running slower than it used to? Your phone might not be the problem, instead you should try clearing out the cache on your phone.
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The One Setting That's Holding Back Your Android Music-Listening Experience
Most of us are using our phones to listen to music or podcasts these days, but there's one feature that you may want to pay some attention to.
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There Is A Link Between Energy Drinks And Cancer, According To Science
Plenty of people rely on energy drinks for stamina, but new research has found a link between energy drinks and cancer. Here's what you should know.
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How Long Will Humans Live 100 Years From Now?
While life is full of dangers, the average human lifespan continues to increase. Could it increase even more beyond what it is now?
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Does Drinking Diet Coke Really Increase Your Cancer Risk?
There are worries that Diet Coke might put people in a compromised health position, but what does the science say? There is good and bad news for both sides.
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Here's How Much Your PS1 Might Be Worth In 2025
If you have an old PlayStation 1 lying around, you may be wondering if its worth selling. Here's what you should know before you to decide to trade it in.
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How To Find Out Who's Calling You From A Private Or Unknown Number
Sometimes, we get a call from a number we don't know, and the person doesn't leave a voicemail. Or they do, but it sounds like it might be a scam caller.
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What Happens To Your Consciousness After You Die?
Many researchers have explored this subject of what happens to your consciousness after you die, and some have found some pretty interesting things.
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3 Different Ways To Watch Local TV Channels Using Roku Devices
Though it may seem daunting to figure out, there are many easy ways you can watch local TV news channels through your Roku device!
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