As published in 90.5 WESA: A new driverless vehicle test track is set to open in Westmoreland County next fall. The PennSTART research facility, located at the Regional Industrial Development Corporation’s (RIDC) Westmoreland Innovation Center in Mount Pleasant, will feature a two-mile test track for autonomous technology and first responder training. The $30 million first […]

In a pioneering approach to language learning, students of Korean language courses immersed themselves in the country’s rich cultural heritage through virtual reality technology. This innovative method allowed them to intimately experience and explore traditional Korean customs. Under the guidance of their instructor, Kang, first, second, and third-year students crafted personal poems in the revered […]

Jared Isaacman’s ascension to NASA administrator appears imminent. The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation voted in favor of his confirmation on Monday evening, paving the way for a full Senate vote before the year’s end. Isaacman, a self-made billionaire and founder of Shift4 Payments, has stored strong bipartisan support for his nomination. During […]

As the fragile peace talks between the United States and Ukraine entered their third day, Russia launched a devastating barrage of drones and missiles on Ukrainian soil. The —, which occurred overnight into Saturday, was a stark reminder of the country’s ongoing turmoil. According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia deployed a staggering 653 drones and […]

Published by SiliconANGLE: are in talks to invest $1 billion in Skild AI, a robotic artificial intelligence startup. This proposed round would value Skild AI at over $14 billion, a significant jump from its previous valuation of $4. 7 billion. Skild AI, founded in 2023 by former Meta Platforms Inc. AI researchers, aims to overcome […]

In the vast expanse of the digital realm, a peculiar duo has emerged, navigating the uncharted territories of Web3 with calculated precision. Christian Barker, known by his alias “Bark,” and David Chaboki, or “Shibo,” co-founders of Doginal Dogs, have been steadily propelling their project upward, merging blockchain technology with the pulse of real-world culture. This […]

Review by ScienceAlert: Russia’s Space Program Hit by Soyuz Launch Pad Accident. A severe accident at Baikonur Cosmodrome has dealt a significant blow to Russia’s space ambitions. On November 27th, shortly after the Soyuz-MS28 mission launched at 09:27:57 UTC, drone footage revealed that the 8U216 mobile maintenance cabin had collapsed in the flame trench. The […]

Review by mint: The allure of smart home devices has led many to unwittingly compromise their home security, experts warn. A quartet of seemingly innocuous gadgets, in particular, has raised red flags among cybersecurity specialists. Modern refrigerators, equipped with built-in screens, cameras, and shopping assistants, may appear to be the epitome of innovation. However, many […]

Staff inbox at phys.org: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has proposed a draft permit that would allow Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ rocket company, to discharge nearly 500,000 gallons of wastewater daily into the Indian River Lagoon. The permit, which would enable the operation of an industrial wastewater treatment facility at Blue Origin’s Merritt Island […]