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NASA and Lockheed Martin have finally taken the wraps off of the X-59, a “quiet supersonic” aircraft that may shape the future of both military and civilian air travel. The X-59 has been under development at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works for years, following a $248 million grant from NASA in 2018. That was just the first of many research programs NASA aimed to fund in order to take bold steps forward in aviation, either in speed, efficiency or size. Until now the aircraft has only been seen in various stages of disassembly in the hangar; today marks the first time…

As part of the Dutch Pavilion, Holoconnects aims to demonstrate the immense potential of holographic technology in various industries, including hospitality and travel, healthcare, retail, entertainment, communications, events, education, and more.  Visitors had the chance to witness captivating Holobox displays of all sizes, explore interactive hologram applications, and learn about how Holoboxes can be integrated into their own business strategies. Just recently, the company’s technology was used to “create a visceral connection between global citizens and the individuals living in crisis zones to raise awareness and support for the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF). The Holoconnects holographic technology will…

A figure depicting global surface temperature anomalies in 2023. Credit: C3S/ECMWF In 2015, most countries, including Canada, signed on to the Paris Climate Agreement which set the objective of “holding the increase in global average temperature to well below 2 C above pre-industrial levels and pursuing the limit of 1.5 C to significantly reduce the risks and impacts of climate change.” On Jan. 9, 2024, the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (CCCS) announced that their analysis confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record since 1850, when humans began burning fossil fuels at a major scale. The global…

Dante Murphy, 24, was driving eastbound between Falmer and Lewes when his BMW crashed, with two passengers injured. Mr Murphy’s aunt Joanne Gray said the family are shocked and saddened by their loss as a fundraiser was launched for the funeral. Floral tributes at the scene on the central reservation of the A27 (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) She said: “This is an extremely challenging time for the family, as there are no adequate words to express the loss of his sudden passing. “Please extend your love and grace to them as they navigate this together. “Dante was a lively, vibrant person…

Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:15 and 01:30 on 13 January 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 20 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Symptoms of Gastroenteritis include projectile vomiting, slight fever and painful stomach cramps and aching limbs.  While symptoms of COVID-19 include a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of taste or smell, loss of appetite and shortness of breath and symptoms of flu can include a sudden fever, limb or joint pain and abdominal pain.  In line with this, NHSGGC has also said that anyone planning to visit a loved one in hospital should not do so if they are displaying any of the symptoms outlined above.     Dr Aleksandra Marek, consultant microbiologist and infection control doctor, said: “During the winter months, illnesses…

View gallery Image Credit: Lennox Mclendon/AP/Shutterstock Carol Burnett, 89, has enjoyed an illustrious career, having five Golden Globe Awards, six Primetime Emmy Awards, a Special Tony Award and Stephen Sondheim Award, and a Grammy to her name. She is admired as a trailblazer for women, having been the first female to lead a comedy variety show when The Carol Burnett Show debuted in 1967. Plus, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association created an award in her honor in 2018. And in 2024, she will be a presenter at the Emmy Awards on Monday, January 15. Her incredible professional life — and…

CES 2024 is in full swing in Las Vegas. We’re on the ground giving you the most talked about news and announcements from the event, but much of the fun is to be found in the weirder margins of the show floor. In an era of CES where companies are all-in on the AI hype machine, there are bound to be gadgets and claims that are a little odd, to say the least. Here are the 14 strangest gadgets, tech and claims from CES 2024 so far. AI-powered birding binoculars For the birder with an unlimited budget, Swarovski unveiled the…

These days, everyone knows about influencers. They have become ubiquitous, popping up on screens all over the world to advocate or ‘influence’ viewers to embrace specific trends or products. Yet, amidst this widespread phenomenon lies a lesser-known trend – deinfluencers. Deinfluencing is an emerging social trend discouraging viewers from trying out certain fads or products, often recounting personal experiences to dissuade consumers. Marketing and Social Media  The surge of social media in the last decade has not only increased its influence but has also given rise to a unique form of online marketing. What has become known as an ‘influencer’…

Record heat across the world profoundly impacted the global water cycle in 2023, contributing to severe storms, floods, megadroughts and bushfires, new research from The Australian National University (ANU) shows. The findings are outlined in a new report released today by the Global Water Monitor Consortium and led by ANU researchers. Lead author Professor Albert van Dijk, from ANU, said the report underscores the consequences of persistent fossil fuel burning on natural disasters, water resources, biodiversity and food security. “Record-breaking heat waves swept across the globe in 2023, shattering previous records, from Canada to Brazil and from Spain to Thailand,”…