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The US military tested a quantum sensor-based navigation system called MagNav by Honeywell Aerospace over the Pacific. This system enables precise flight navigation without GPS dependency by detecting changes in the Earth's magnetic field.
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The summer of 2026 in Germany was exceptionally hot and dry, ranking as the second hottest since 1881. Scientific analysis indicates the late June heatwave would have been approximately three degrees Celsius cooler without human-caused climate change.
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Four European mobile providers, including Deutsche Telekom, are considering a cooperation for satellite internet on smartphones. The aim is a joint venture to apply for frequencies the EU wants to reserve for domestic providers.
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A study from the University of Tasmania found that at most 23 percent of marine protected areas in shallow reefs are effective, primarily due to fishing. Extrapolated to all ecosystems, only 2 percent of the world's oceans are effectively protected.
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The Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford is returning 39 human remains to the Naga community in India. The remains date from the colonial era and were collected in the early 20th century.
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Chinese AI company DeepSeek plans to use 160,000 Huawei AI chips in a new data center to reduce reliance on US manufacturers like Nvidia. DeepSeek's AI infrastructure spending has significantly increased in 2026.
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An investment of 58 million euros in the Bessy II X-ray source generated 600 million euros in gross value added. The planned successor facility, Bessy III, could generate 90 million euros in annual value added.
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Over 2,600 U.S. dam sites with existing infrastructure are not currently used for power generation. These locations could generate an additional 4 gigawatts of power, producing 15 terawatt-hours of electricity annually.
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A study predicts a 39% increase in forest fires in Europe with 1.8°C warming, and a 192% increase with 3.6°C warming. Considering socioeconomic factors can limit this rise, while local measures and adapted vegetation are crucial for mitigation.
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Germany and the EU lag far behind in the global AI race for developing large language models. High capital costs for training models and a risk-averse corporate culture hinder progress, despite available computing infrastructure and qualified personnel.
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