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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Japan's H3 Rocket Faces Another Setback

Japan's latest attempt to expand its satellite navigation system hit a snag. The H3 rocket, launched from Tanegashima Space Center, failed to deliver the Michibiki 5 satellite into the correct orbit. This is not the first time the H3 has faced issues. It had a rocky start with a failed debut in Marc

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Dec 22 2025SCIENCE

Dad's Lifestyle: A Hidden Message in Sperm

Dads might be sending secret messages to their kids through their sperm. This isn't about genes. It's about tiny molecules called RNA. These molecules can carry information about a dad's lifestyle. Things like what he eats, how he exercises, and even how stressed he is. This idea is still new and a

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Dec 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Foldable Phones: Still Pricey, But Getting Better

Foldable phones have come a long way in the past few years. They are no longer the clunky, fragile devices they once were. Manufacturers have been working hard to improve them, and now, they have finally fixed most of the big problems. Well, except for one: the price. Let's talk about the first fol

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Dec 22 2025FINANCE

Choosing Between Hercules and Trinity Capital: A Smart Investor's Dilemma

Investing in business development companies (BDCs) can be a tricky business. Two names often come up in discussions: Hercules Capital and Trinity Capital. Both offer attractive dividends, but which one is the better pick? Let's break it down. Hercules Capital, often called HTGC, has been around for

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Dec 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Texas Bitcoin Mine: A Hot Spot from Space

High above, a heat-seeking satellite has captured a striking image of a massive Bitcoin mining facility in Rockdale, Texas. This facility, one of the largest in the U. S. , is known for its enormous energy appetite, consuming as much power as 300, 000 homes. The satellite, operated by a U. K. -based

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Venezuela's Oil Exports Hit by U. S. Interceptions and Cyberattack

Venezuela's oil industry is facing fresh challenges. Shipments are slowing down. Most tankers are just moving oil between local ports. This follows recent U. S. actions against two more ships. State-run oil company PDVSA is also dealing with a cyberattack. The U. S. Coast Guard seized a supertanker

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Housing Crisis: Can Affordable Living Be Fixed?

Portland is facing a big problem with affordable housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. Ambrose Haynes is one of them. He spent months waiting for help, but it never came. He wanted to live in a place where the rent was not too high, but he couldn't find on

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Honeywell's Stock Takes a Dip: What's Happening?

Honeywell's stock took a hit recently. The company lowered its expectations for the fourth quarter and the full year. This change is due to a new way of organizing its business units, which will start in early 2026. There's also some legal trouble. Honeywell is in talks to settle a lawsuit related

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Big Moves in Big Oil: Chevron's CFO Shares Insights

Chevron, a major player in the energy sector, has been making headlines with its recent acquisition of Hess for a staggering $53 billion. This deal, finalized in July, came after a lengthy legal battle with Exxon Mobil that lasted over 20 months. Now, Chevron is focusing on streamlining its operatio

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Dec 22 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Lending Platform Mutuum Finance Takes Steps Forward

Mutuum Finance, a new player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, is making steady progress as it gets ready to launch its first version. The project, which focuses on lending and borrowing, is currently in the final stages of development. It is also undergoing security checks with Halborn Sec

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