Science, Technology
New Purple Tomato in USA
Purple tomatoes will have nutrients similar to superfoods like blueberries
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Nature, Science, Technology
China Discovers New Type of Crystal on the Moon
China is now the third country to discover a new mineral on the Moon.
Nature, Travel
Glaciers in Switzerland Melt at Record Speed
Glaciers in Switzerland have melted a record amount this year. GLAMOS, an organization that monitors glaciers in Switzerland, says that it’s the most melting since monitoring started more than a century ago.
Entertainment, Technology
James Earl Jones Gives Darth Vader Job to AI
James Earl Jones has been the iconic voice of Darth Vader since the first Star Wars movie. He is now 91 years old and ready to retire. A report from Vanity Fair says that Jones signed over the rights to his Darth Vader v
Science, Technology
NASA Will Crash Spacecraft into Asteroid
Most space scientists probably would not want to crash their spacecraft. However, scientists working with NASA’s Dart spacecraft have a mission to destroy it.
Business, Travel
Japan Will Reopen to Tourists
On the same day, Japan will also allow visa-free travel for residents of some countries.
Nature, Technology
First Hybrid Battery Train in Europe
Battery powered cars and trucks are already becoming popular. Now, we will start seeing battery power in trains. Battery powered trains will start to replace century-old diesel trains that are worse for the environment.
Business, Nature
Founder of Patagonia Gives Away Company to Fight Climate Change
The founder of Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard, has given the company to a charitable trust. He wants to use the company’s profits to fight climate change.
Business, Entertainment
Nintendo Stock Price Jumps with ‘Splatoon’ Launch
Nintendo Co Ltd reported record sales for its new video game “Splatoon 3” for the Switch console. After the announcement, the Japanese game company’s stock price increased 5%.
Nature, Other, Science
Bear Steals Birthday Cupcakes
A birthday picnic in Connecticut, USA ended early because of a surprise visit from a black bear.
Business, Technology
Cryptocurrency: Ethereum Gets Closer to Bitcoin
Ethereum (ETH), the second-biggest cryptocurrency, is taking investors away from bitcoin (BTC). In the next few days, there will be a software upgrade for ethereum that will reduce its energy use. It’s one of the main re
Business, Technology
Extreme Heat in California Stops Twitter Data Center
Twitter’s data center in California was knocked offline because of extreme heat. CNN received information which says Twitter service could stop if another data center is knocked offline.
Other
Millions of Banknotes with Queen Elizabeth’s Face Will Be Replaced
There are billions of banknotes and coins around the world that have Queen Elizabeth’s face on them. They will start to be replaced now that she has passed away.
Business, Technology
YouTube Starts Ad-Free Service for Education
YouTube will introduce some new features for creators and companies that make educational videos.
Business, Sports
England’s Premier League Sets Spending Record
Many people in the UK are struggling with higher prices for food and energy now, but England’s Premier League football teams spent more money than ever.
Business, Technology
Apple’s Lightning Cable Turns 10. Is It Finished?
Apple introduced the iPhone 5 in September 2012. The biggest upgrade to the iPhone 5 from its predecessor was how you charged it. Apple’s marketing chief, Phil Schiller, announced that the iPhone 5 would use a new port c
Politics, Technology
Japanese Government Will Stop Using Floppy Disks
The Digital Minister of Japan is fighting to stop the use of floppy disks and other old technology still used by the government.
Science
Dinosaur Bones Found in Backyard
A property owner in Portugal found dinosaur bones while doing home renovations.
Other, Politics
Mikhail Gorbachev, Former Leader of USSR, Has Died
Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev has died at the age of 91. He had a serious illness which he fought for a long time. He died in the hospital where he was receiving treatment.
