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Suborbital space tourism finally arrives | FCC prepares to run public C-band auction | The big four in the U.S. launch industry — United Launch Alliance, SpaceX, Blue Origin and Northrop Grumman — hope to be one of two providers that will receive five-year contracts later this year to launch national security payloads starting in 2022. | China’s launch rate stays high | The International Space Station is the largest ever crewed object in space.

In one DC neighborhood after federal intervention,...

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a swath of the nation’s capital that sits across the tracks, and the river, residents can see the Washington Monument, the Waldorf Astoria — formerly the Trump Hotel — and the U.S. Capitol dome. What the people of Anacostia cannot see are the National Guard units patrolling those areas. And they don’t see them patrolling on this side of the Anacostia River, either. In this storied region of Washington, home to Frederick Douglass, the crime…

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Only 12% of Hotels Use WhatsApp Marketing....

Most hotels still aren’t using WhatsApp for guest communication, let alone marketing. But is that a missed opportunity? Our latest report, The State of Data-driven Marketing in Hospitality, shows that only 12% of hotels include WhatsApp in their marketing strategy. Meanwhile, 63% either don’t use it at all or rely on it for operational updates. The post Only 12% of Hotels Use WhatsApp Marketing. Should You? appeared first on Revfine.com….

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AI and machine learning for engineering design

Artificial intelligence optimization offers a host of benefits for mechanical engineers, including faster and more accurate designs and simulations, improved efficiency, reduced development costs through process automation, and enhanced predictive maintenance and quality control. “When people think about mechanical engineering, they’re thinking about basic mechanical tools like hammers and … hardware like cars, robots, cranes, but mechanical engineering is very broad,” says Faez Ahmed, the Doherty Chair in Ocean Utilization and associate professor of mechanical engineering at MIT. “Within mechanical engineering, machine……

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Americans rally in singles to build 1-point...

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — U.S. Amateur champion Mason Howell birdied both par 3s along the ocean at Cypress Point to close out his match and Jace Summy won twice Saturday as the Americans rallied in singles to build a 6 1/2-5 1/2 lead over Great Britain & Ireland after the opening day of the Walker Cup. Howell earned his spot on the U.S. team when the 18-year-old high school senior in Georgia won the U.S. Amateur last month…

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Italian fashion, sport and film stars join...

MILAN (AP) — Hundreds of ordinary admirers and VIPs paid their last respects Saturday to Giorgio Armani, remembered by Milan’s mayor as a “man of extraordinary elegance” who left an indelible mark on the city and the global fashion world. Armani died Thursday at 91 at his home in Italy’s fashion capital surrounded by loved ones. His fashion house said he worked up to the end. One of his final projects was a runway show marking 50 years of…

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Mahjong nights draw young crowds to San...

San Francisco (AP) — When Ryan Lee first played mahjong two years ago, he got hooked. He dug out sets of the classic Chinese tile game from his parents’ house and brought them to San Francisco, where he started hosting mahjong nights in his apartment. The gatherings became so popular that the 25-year-old Chinese American began hosting pop-up mahjong parties in restaurants, bars and nightclubs around San Francisco. Mahjong, invented in 19th century China, is gaining popularity with a…

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NYC’s Favorite ‘Folk Sandwich’

Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. Dylan Thuras: It’s a hot day in New York City. It’s pushing 90 degrees outside, and you need lunch. So you’ve come to Harlem, to 110th Street, and you’re here for a reason. You are in search of a particular store that sells a very particular sandwich. If you didn’t know what you were looking for, you’d probably just pass it by. It’s a deli, something you’d……

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Hôtel Cathédrale Unexploded Shell in Strasbourg, France

In the shadow of Strasbourg’s towering cathedral, sinister evidence of the city’s past is lodged in a hotel facade. The defused mortar shell dates back to the siege of Strasbourg, a battle that took place in 1870.  The siege lasted from August 14 to September 28, 1870, marking a pivotal stage of the Franco-Prussian War. Prussian forces swept in and vastly outnumbered the French defenders, who were barricaded in what was considered one of the strongest fortresses in France…….

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How Boutique Hotels Use Revenue Technology to...

Boutique hotels are built on vision, creativity, and a deep connection to their guests. From the artwork to the playlists, every detail tells a story. These properties thrive on individuality, like unique rooms, curated experiences, and independent operations, even in how they approach pricing. Even the most thoughtfully run property needs smart tools to stay The post How Boutique Hotels Use Revenue Technology to Grow Profitability appeared first on Revfine.com….

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Lucy Tower in Lincoln, England

Lucy Tower is an atmospheric 12th-century keep situated atop the motte of Lincoln Castle, offering panoramic views over the city of Lincoln and a fascinating connection to the history of Norman England. The castle itself, constructed shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066, played a crucial role in securing Norman control over the region. Lucy Tower is perched on the highest point of the castle’s motte, a traditional defensive mound, and was originally a small fortified structure used for……

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Santa Maria La Scala in Acireale, Italy

A hidden gem away from Sicily’s usual tourist spots, Santa Maria La Scala is a charming fishing village nestled between volcanic cliffs and the Ionian Sea. To get there, walk along the 18th-century path called “Le Chiazzette,” a nature trail immersed in the silence of the Timpa nature reserve. The path takes about an hour to reach the village.  Sicilian lore believes this seaside village is inhabited by nymphs who tell of love stories and epic myths. One such……

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A comprehensive cellular-resolution map of brain activity

The first comprehensive map of mouse brain activity has been unveiled by a large international collaboration of neuroscientists.  Researchers from the International Brain Laboratory (IBL), including MIT neuroscientist Ila Fiete, published their open-access findings today in two papers in Nature, revealing insights into how decision-making unfolds across the entire brain in mice at single-cell resolution. This brain-wide activity map challenges the traditional hierarchical view of information processing in the brain and shows that decision-making is distributed across many regions……

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A greener way to 3D print stronger...

3D printing has come a long way since its invention in 1983 by Chuck Hull, who pioneered stereolithography, a technique that solidifies liquid resin into solid objects using ultraviolet lasers. Over the decades, 3D printers have evolved from experimental curiosities into tools capable of producing everything from custom prosthetics to complex food designs, architectural models, and even functioning human organs.  But as the technology matures, its environmental footprint has become increasingly difficult to set aside. The vast majority of……

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The Athens University History Museum (Kleanthis House)...

Stamatios Kleanthis was born in Kozani, Macedonia, in 1802. As a teenager, he moved to Wallachia to study but was quickly swept into the Greek War of Independence. Recruited by General Alexander Ypsilanti,  he joined the war’s first organized military unit. He fought in several battles before being captured at the Battle of Dragashani. After escaping Ottoman captivity, he travel through Europe, studying architecture at several prestigious universities, before returning to Greece.  In 1828, Kleanthis and his partner, Eduard Schaubert,……

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In their words: Skier Alex Hackel and...

People whose brains function differently have long felt the need to hide the traits associated with their conditions such as autism, dyslexia or ADHD. As The Neurodiversity Alliance empowers high school and college students to make themselves known and build more inclusive educational spaces, the nonprofit is enlisting celebrity ambassadors to tell more robust narratives about their community. Hear from them in their own words: Alex Hackel, a professional skier and creative filmmaker Hackel, a 29-year-old X Games medalist…

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