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Google wants to put data centers in space
Google plans to put AI data centers in space. The first test equipment will be sent into orbit in early 2027.
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App translates speech to sign language, wins top innovation prize
A Kenyan businessman created a special app called Terp 360. This app helps people communicate by changing spoken words into sign language. It uses a 3D avatar that signs the words.
Science, Technology
More new renewable energy created than new coal energy in 2025
For the first time ever, wind and solar farms around the world have made more electricity than coal power plants. A new report says this is a very important change for the world's energy. This happened in the first half
Business, Technology
AOL ends dial-up internet service
AOL has officially ended its dial-up internet service. This service was very popular many years ago.
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Drones stop flights at second Danish airport in a week
An airport in Aalborg, Denmark, had to close because of drones on Wednesday night. This was just two days after Denmark’s main airport in Copenhagen was also closed because people saw drones there.
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American farmers aren’t allowed to fix their own machines
American farmers are facing a big problem. They say they are not allowed to fix their own farm equipment. This is causing them to spend a lot of money and lose a lot of time.
Technology
SpaceX launches Starship, most powerful rocket ever
SpaceX has successfully tested its new rocket called Starship. This is an important event for the company after several failed tests.
Other, Technology
Too many news alerts on smartphones
Many people get news updates sent directly to their phones. These alerts tell us about important breaking news.
Entertainment, Technology
UK survey shows almost half of kids don’t want the internet
A new survey shows that many young people wish the internet did not exist.
Business, Technology
Apple is making less pollution
Apple’s latest report shows that the company is working hard on its climate goals. In 2024, Apple created less greenhouse gasses that warm the planet. It cut this pollution by 800,000 metric tons compared to 2023, a 5
Business, Technology
H&M will use AI copies of models in ads
Fashion company H&M plans to use AI to make digital copies of 30 models. These copies, called "digital twins," could be used in online posts and ads. H&M says they want to try new ways to show their clothes using
Business, Technology
Is Tesla in trouble?
Tesla's stock price has decreased more than 40% since January. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has lost $121 billion in the last three months.
Business, Technology
Skype is shutting down
Microsoft announced that Skype, its internet calling and video service, will stop working on May 5th. This service has been around for about 20 years.
Business, Technology
Google changes its rules about AI for weapons and spying
Google has changed its rules about how its artificial intelligence (AI) can be used.
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EV factory in Brazil closed because of ‘slavery conditions’
Construction of a new factory for BYD, a big electric car company from China, has stopped in Brazil. Officials said some workers were living in very poor conditions.
Science, Technology
NASA astronauts still stuck in space
Two astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) will have to stay in space longer than planned. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams went to the ISS in June. They were supposed to be back on Earth after one week. 
Entertainment, Technology
First person ever completes Tetris, game resets
Michael Artiaga has become the first person to make the classic video game Tetris reset to level 0 after beating it. The 16-year-old from the US achieved this during a livestream on Twitch on Sunday. He was playing Ninte
Business, Technology
Google’s AI tool gives dangerous advice
Google’s new tool, “AI Overviews,” has been getting some criticism.
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Scientists make new algae-based plastic that’s nature safe
Scientists have maybe found a way to make plastic that won’t leave behind tiny plastic pieces called microplastics. Microplastics can stay around for thousands of years.
Nature, Technology
Seven countries get all of their electricity from green energy
Seven countries are now using almost all green energy for their electricity. These countries are Albania, Bhutan, Nepal, Paraguay, Iceland, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
