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NASA's Mars rovers had a gangbusters summer of rocks

This summer NASA's two car-sized labs exploring Mars each discovered rocks that neither mission had seen before, revealing a more diverse history for the planet than previously thought. 

Three major findings happened within the span of seven weeks. The Curiosity rover, which has been climbing a mountain of layered rock, literally stumbled upon pure sulfur, its wheels crushing the material to expose a bed of yellow crystals. It turns out there was a whole beach-like field of these rocks about...

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As spacecraft zooms to Venus, it peers back at humble Earth and the moon

We're small.

The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) spacecraft, barreling through our solar system, recently used Earth's gravity to slingshot to Venus. The spacecraft, now millions of miles away, has looked back home. We're floating in an unconscionably vast black ether.

"These two little marbles we call our cosmic home were photographed by Juice from over 5 million km [3.1 million miles], as the spacecraft waved us goodbye while heading towards Venus," the European Space Agency recently...

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Apple Watch Series 10 has new speakers that play music, so I danced in the shower with it — things didn't go as planned

Apple Watch Series 10 come with new speakers that support music and podcasts for the first time. To dispel any confusion, its predecessor had speakers, too, but only for beeps, tones, and taking calls from loved ones and friends.

The new-generation Apple Watch Series 10, however, can actually play music. The recently dropped smartwatch comes with new sleep apnea monitoring, larger sizes, a thinner chassis, faster charging, brighter, more visible viewing angles, a new titanium casing that...

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Webb telescope is about to home in on these 2 exoplanets. Here's why.

The James Webb Space Telescope will soon begin a massive study of rocky worlds outside the solar system, specifically to discover if planets orbiting closely to small cool stars could have air. 

Scientists plan to start with LTT 1445 Ac and GJ 3929 b, and though those exoplanets might not be household names, they are tantalizing subjects, relatively near Earth in space. Each was discovered two years ago using NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite while conducting a survey of thousands...

The Verge

Umar Shakir

Ford’s new Digital Experience brings Android and Apple into balance

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Ford has a good thing going with its next-gen infotainment system — whether you use CarPlay or not.

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Fast Company

Lance Lambert

These are the most expensive housing markets in America, according to Zillow data

This interactive map shows typical home prices nationwide, based on Zillow data. See how your county compares.

Want more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClub newsletter.

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Rita McGrath

This short quiz will reveal whether your company is using AI strategically

A leading business strategist explains how to avoid AI project proliferation without stifling bottom-up innovation.

The conversation around AI today reminds me of the dot.com conversations we were having in the late ’90s, or the direct-to-consumer conversations we were having in the 2010s. And we’re seeing similar results, too: a proliferation of projects that nobody in the organization truly has their arms around. 

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16 Bizarro Neighbors Whose Actions Beg The Question: "What In Tarnation?"

"Imagine my surprise after living there for over a year when I walked outside one morning to go to work, and I had a front yard full of llamas and ostriches."

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Caroline Marshall Reinhart

California Can Slake the Thirst of Its Farms by Storing Water Underground

A new study finds that the state should replenish groundwater aquifers to sustain agriculture.

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Scott Christ

Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois is a spotlight heavyweight showdown

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Anthony Joshua wants to get back to the top. Daniel Dubois wants to get there for the first time. Something has to give on Saturday.

Boxing’s heavyweight division isn’t always its most exciting, but when the bright lights are on a big fight, very little can compare. On Saturday, we’ve got one that isn’t just big, but could be one of the most fascinating matchups of the year across the entire sport.

At Wembley Stadium in London, Anthony...

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NASA ventured into the Valley of 10,000 Smokes, a forbidding land

Imposing bears teem in Alaska's Katmai National Park and Preserve. But few dare enter its Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes.

In 1912, a volcano was born here. It erupted for nearly three days. Its ominous ash clouds left the town of Kodiak, 100 miles away, in profound darkness, nearly obscuring lanterns held at arms' length. The valley itself was suffocated by a gargantuan load of up to nearly 700 feet of grainy volcanic ash. That ash remains there today. The once verdant land was transformed...

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How to watch college football without cable this season

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Our desks feel so much better after using this stand (and it's on sale)

TL;DR: Declutter with an 8-in-1 docking stand for only $49.97 (reg. $69). 

Just like many tech manufacturers have stopped including charging bricks with new devices, you might have noticed that the latest gadgets are also ditching ports. This leaves many of us juggling dongles, adapters, and cords.

For those who prefer a clutter-free desk, the ergonomic 8-in-1 tablet docking stand is a great solution, now on sale for $49.97 for a limited time. It eliminates the need for multiple adapters, and...

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Modernize your ride with a wireless car display on sale for just $80

TL;DR: Upgrade your auto with an Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless adapter for $79.97 (reg. $129). 

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Feed your curiosity with unlimited documentary streaming for life

TL;DR: Through September 29, get Curiosity Stream and watch documentaries for life for just $159.97 — a one-time payment for a world of knowledge.

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Get a 1TB dual flash drive with high-speed transfers for just $75

TL;DR: Get a 1TB dual-USB flash drive that delivers fast transfer speeds and device compatibility with USB-C and USB-A connectors on sale for just $74.97 through September 29.

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There's still time to get Windows 10 Pro for under $20

TL;DR: Windows 10 Pro is only $19.97 (reg. $199), but not for much longer. 

It’s time to update your operating system.

If you're after software that can boost productivity and introduce advanced features, Windows 10 Pro is a solid choice. You can upgrade to Windows 10 Pro for life for only $19.97 (reg. $199). No need for a coupon—just a quick purchase. With this deal, you'll get updates included and the ability to install it on up to two devices. Plus, you'll gain access to refined...

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Michelle Khare on 'Challenge Accepted,' making episodic content, and YouTube's television era

At this year's Made on YouTube event on Sept. 18, creators like Michelle Khare received exciting news: They will soon be able to organize their videos into seasons and episodes, much like traditional television shows.

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan invited Khare on stage for a Q&A to discuss the announcement. Khare is the creator of Challenge Accepted, a high-stakes digital series in which the 32-year-old takes on challenges ranging from working as a 911 dispatcher to training as a ballerina. Her...

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'Nightbitch' review: Amy Adams goes hard, but Marielle Heller holds back

One of our most anticipated movies out of the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival was Nightbitch. The reasons were many. For one, it's the latest from Marielle Heller, the helmer of such critically heralded adaptations as the coming-of-age dramedy The Diary of a Teenage Girl, the moving Mr. Rogers biopic A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and the Academy Award–nominated and absolutely hilarious biographical comedy Can You Ever Forgive Me? Two, Nightbitch is led by Amy Adams, the...

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I tested the best headphones and earbuds for working out during my daily run

If you have strong preferences for your workout gear — and strong feelings on Hoka versus Brooks (I'm not getting in the middle of that debate) — then finding the right pair of workout headphones is extra challenging.

The best headphones for working out need to withstand movement, sweat, and the elements. Plus, you don't want something you're constantly fussing with; your headphones should help you stay focused during your exercises.

Mashable reviewers have tested many pairs of headphones...

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