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NASA Finds Kepler-186f, Most 'Earth-Like' Planet Yet Discovered
NASA has confirmed its discovery of the existence of an Earth-like planet that may hold liquid water. The planet, called Kepler-186f, was found by NASA’s Kepler telescope.
Military Developing Stealth Motorcycle for Speedy, Silent Travel
The U.S. Military is looking to develop a new motorcycle with stealth capabilities that will let its soldiers travel quickly and quietly in different environments.
DARPA to Launch Drones for WiFi Hotspots in Remote Locations
The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is looking to use drones to provide wi-fi hotspots to deployed troops. The plan, if successful, will provide high-speed network connection that is often unavailable to troops in the field.
Tiny Wearable Generator May Power Future Tech Devices with Body Heat
A new lightweight thermoelectric generator has been created by researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) that uses the wearer’s body heat to generate electricity. The device has the ability to extend the battery life of smartphones and low-power wearable devices.
Jeep Renegade 2015 Arrives in North America: New York Auto Show Reveal
The new 2015 Jeep Renegade debuted in North America on Wednesday at the New York Auto Show. The Renegade will be the first Jeep built outside the U.S., specifically in Italy at Fiat’s Melfi plant.
Mars Crater May Have Held Ancient Lake: Water on the Red Planet
A new analysis claims that a crater on Mars may have once held a large lake of water. The body of water is referred to as “Lake Gusev”, and has appeared and disappeared numerous times in the past.
Microsoft Reveals New Keyboard
Microsoft Corp. introduced its new All-in-One Media Keyboard on Wednesday, which comes with a multitouch trackpad. The device is a wireless keyboard that can be used from the couch and be carried around with the user.
Drop in Salt Intake Cuts Risk of Death from Heart Disease
A new study published on Monday suggests that a fall in salt consumption plays an important role in the decline of the deaths from heart attacks and strokes. The results were published in the medical journal BMJ Open.
NASA Captures Spectacular Image of Grand Canyon at the International Space Station
NASA published a photograph taken of the Grand Canyon by astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The image was taken by the Expedition 39 Crew in late March.
SpaceX Leases Launch Pad 39A
NASA and Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) have signed a deal that grants SpaceX ownership of NASA’s Launch Pad 39A. The launch pad is where Apollo 11 launched on the first manned moon landing in July 1969.
BMW Increases i3 Electric Car Production
BMW announced Tuesday that it has increased production of its i3 electric city car by 43 percent to meet increasing demand. Harald Krueger, production chief for BMW, said the automaker raised daily output from 70 vehicles to 100.
The Young Turks Raises $4 Million for Platform Expansion
The Young Turks Network (TYT Network) announced Wednesday that it has raised $4 million to expand on platforms and streaming devices.
Chevrolet Trax USA: GM Unveils 2015 Model at International Auto Show
General Motors Co. announced it will be bringing its Chevrolet Trax SUV to the U.S. The SUV will go on sale in the U.S. early next year.
Exercise Helps Lower Alcohol Dependence
A new study has discovered that aerobic exercise can help treat alcohol dependence. The study was published in the Journal of Substance Abuse and Treatment and found that people in the early stages of recovery who started a regular aerobic exercise routine brought down their consumption of alcohol.
Lionsgate Announces New Deal with YouTube Studio RocketJump
Lionsgate Entertainment has made a deal with RocketJump Studios, a major YouTube producer.