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China has developed the largest drone carrier in the world — and it's getting ready for takeoff
The world’s largest drone "mothership" is getting ready for deployment in June. It’s designed to carry and launch up to 100 drones in a swarm, including kamikaze drones.
Golden Dome: Everything to know about Trump's $25 billion missile defense plan
President Trump has set aggressive goals for Golden Dome, but many parts of the system already exist.
New 'super laser' amplifier could make the internet 10 times faster
Scientists have designed an amplifier that can transmit 10 times more information per second than current fiber-optic systems can, which could be helpful for medical treatment and diagnosis.
Breakthrough stretchy battery moves like toothpaste and could power pacemakers and hearing aids
This breakthrough in battery power could bring wearable tech, implanted medical devices, and humanoid robots to life.
Chinese scientists makes nuclear power breakthrough using abandoned US research
Scientists in China have refuelled a thorium reactor on the fly for the first time. The breakthrough is paving the way for working reactors that are significantly safer than conventional alternatives.
How will the latest generation of fighter jets stand out? The answer lies in stealth tech.
Opinion The fighter jets are likely to incorporate AI, as well as advanced engine and stealth technology.
Stabbed, cut, attacked, twisted — scientists subject new stretchable battery to extreme torture, and it retained 90% of its capacity
A new stretchable hydrogel battery can withstand extreme conditions and still operate effectively, scientists say.
New urinal designs could prevent up to 265,000 gallons of urine from spilling onto the floor each day
Researchers have invented two new urinal designs that could significantly reduce the amount of urine splashback, keeping public restrooms cleaner.
