Author: Aubrey Tannett

NASA’s PRIME-1 mission has demonstrated its capability to operate in extreme lunar conditions, offering crucial insights for future Artemis missions, even though its time on the Moon was cut short. The mission’s hardware performed as expected, marking a significant milestone for lunar exploration. “The PRIME-1 mission proved that our hardware works in the harshest environment we’ve ever tested it in,” said Janine Captain, co-principal investigator of PRIME-1 at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Despite challenges, she emphasized this as an important advancement for building a sustainable lunar presence. The technology rode aboard Intuitive Machines’ IM-2 mission, which launched on February 26,…

Foxconn, widely known for assembling Apple’s iPhones, is shifting gears toward the American electric vehicle (EV) market. The company is readying its first U.S.-bound EV—the Foxtron Model C—but plans to sell it under another brand, sticking to its strategy of building the hardware while leaving branding and sales to a third party. The Taiwanese manufacturing giant recently announced the upcoming release of the Model C in the United States. However, the car won’t bear Foxconn’s name in showrooms. Instead, Foxconn will rely on contract manufacturing—much like how Magna builds the Fisker Ocean—allowing a still-unnamed company to bring the vehicle to…

Artificial intelligence was used to help draft questions for California’s bar exam, a revelation that has stirred controversy among educators and students. The State Bar of California confirmed this development on Monday, according to a report by the Los Angeles Times. An independent psychometric firm, ACS Ventures, was contracted by the State Bar to create a portion of the exam using AI tools. The Bar clarified that these AI-assisted questions were vetted by expert panels and a subject matter specialist before the exam took place. This clarification came as the Bar addressed prior complaints of technical glitches and question-related errors…

Samsung’s chip manufacturing operations are predominantly based in South Korea, where the company produces chips using its most advanced processes. While the company also has a chipmaking subsidiary in Arizona, USA, and is investing nearly $20 billion to develop a new advanced facility in Taylor, Texas, the financial returns have not been as expected. Despite having a state-of-the-art 3nm process in South Korea, Samsung Foundry has been struggling with a lack of lucrative orders, resulting in substantial financial losses. The Arizona subsidiary has also faced challenges, reportedly losing 1.7248 trillion won (approximately $1.21 billion) over the past four years. Samsung’s…

Boost Mobile has announced the expansion of its device offerings to include tablets and smartwatches for the first time. The mobile service provider will now sell Apple iPads and Apple Watches directly to its customers, along with new dedicated monthly data plans designed specifically for these devices. The new tablet plan is priced at $20 per month, intended for cellular-enabled iPads. A separate smartwatch plan, priced at $10 per month, is designed for cellular models of the Apple Watch. These lines will complement your existing phone plan, with users paying an additional flat fee to add data to their secondary…

Verizon may be rolling out big enhancements to its Unlimited Ultimate plan later this week, following its latest partnership with WMS to improve connectivity at sea. While the deal expands wireless access for cruise ship travelers, all eyes are now on possible upgrades to the carrier’s priciest mobile plan. Sources online are buzzing about a potential data expansion set to arrive by Friday. The changes could include a major increase in mobile hotspot usage and an uptick in international high-speed data, jumping from the current 10 GB to 15 GB abroad. If Verizon holds the line on pricing, these updates…

The impact of the Trump administration’s car tariffs continues to ripple through the auto industry, with Lotus now suspending exports of the Emira sports car to the United States. The British automaker joins a growing list that already includes Stellantis, Infiniti, Jaguar, and Land Rover. The Emira, a 400-horsepower entry-level sports car priced just under $100,000, will no longer be imported into the US, creating a significant gap in Lotus’ offerings — especially compared to the Eletre electric SUV, which starts above $200,000. The move not only affects product availability but is also resulting in job losses. Last Chance to…

In a bid to ease one of New York City’s most frustrating travel problems—airport traffic—Archer Aviation has revealed plans to launch air taxi routes connecting Manhattan with its three major airports. The initiative aims to offer quick, five-to-15-minute flights using electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Archer, a leading name in the eVTOL industry, intends to operate these routes with its “Midnight” aircraft, linking heliports in Manhattan with John F. Kennedy (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), and Newark Liberty (EWR) airports. The company’s goal is to shorten commutes that often take over an hour by car due to congested roads. The…

T-Mobile to Hike “Regulatory Programs & Telco Recovery” Fee for Select Plans Starting April 23 T-Mobile customers on Essentials, Simple Choice, and prepaid plans will see a monthly fee increase of $0.50 per voice line and $0.20 per data-only line beginning April 23. This change will not affect users on Go5G, Magenta, or ONE plans, which include taxes and fees in the advertised pricing. Rather than adjusting the advertised rates, T-Mobile is upping its “Regulatory Programs & Telco Recovery” charge—a line-item fee located at the bottom of monthly bills for affected customers. Though minor, the move has drawn criticism for…

Engines rely on motor oil for efficient performance—lubricating internal components, reducing friction, managing heat, and maintaining cleanliness. In the competitive U.S. automotive oil market, several brands stand out not just for performance, but for being proudly manufactured in America. These brands support shorter supply chains, ensure tighter quality control, and promote domestic employment. Here’s a look at five key players in the American-made engine oil segment. Castrol Maintains U.S. Operations in Louisiana and Pennsylvania Despite being part of British oil giant BP PLC, Castrol maintains a solid U.S. identity. Its synthetic motor oils, particularly the EDGE and GTX lines, are…