NASA is preparing for the Artemis II mission, which aims to send astronauts around the Moon, marking the first time since the Apollo missions. The mission involves a rocket at the Kennedy Space Center, which will carry three American astronauts and one Canadian astronaut. It is a key step toward future lunar exploration, including plans for a Moon landing with Artemis IV in 2028.
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Artemis II will send astronauts around the Moon for the first time since the Apollo era.
The mission involves a 322-foot-tall rocket at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The crew consists of three Americans and one Canadian.
Victor Glover and Christina Koch will be the first person of color and the first woman beyond low Earth orbit, respectively.
Jeremy Hansen from Canada will be the first non-American to go beyond low Earth orbit.
The launch window opens at 6:24 p.m. ET on Wednesday, with a backup opportunity on Thursday.
The mission will use NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.
NASA targets a Moon landing for Artemis IV in 2028 after testing lunar landers with Artemis III.
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NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon. They began fueling the Space Launch System rocket at Cape Canaveral, aiming for an evening launch.
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NASA is launching a lunar mission called Artemis II.
The mission involves four astronauts orbiting the moon.
Fueling of the rocket began at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
The Space Launch System rocket requires more than 700,000 gallons of fuel.
The launch is scheduled for the evening, with live coverage starting at 12:50 p.m. EDT.
A previous countdown test was delayed due to hydrogen fuel leaks.
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Hulu is adding over 40 new titles in April 2026. Notable additions include popular movies and new series like "The Devil Wears Prada," "Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair," and the entire "The Hunger Games" movie series.
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Hulu will add more than 40 new titles starting April 1, 2026.
"The Devil Wears Prada" and its sequel will be available on the platform.
"Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair" debuts as a new series on April 10.
All five "The Hunger Games" movies will be added on April 14.
"The Testaments," a new series, will premiere its first three episodes on April 8.
Other popular movies being added include "Shrek," "21 Jump Street," and "Napoleon Dynamite."
Shows like "MasterChef" and "Forged in Fire" will also return with new seasons during the month.
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Starting today, major changes to the H-1B visa process will affect how applications are filed and chosen. The new system focuses on wages, giving priority to higher-paying jobs, and requires employers to detail job requirements when applying.
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Immigration authorities changed the H-1B visa process to focus more on wages.
Employers must use a new Form I-129 for H-1B applications, or the application will be rejected.
The new system involves a wage-weighted lottery, where higher-paying jobs have better chances.
Employers need to specify job-related wage details, like education and experience, on the application.
Wage levels for jobs are based on the job requirements, not the person applying.
Most H-1B jobs fall into Job Zone 4, which includes positions like software developers and engineers.
All documents in the application process must now be consistent in detailing the job role.
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Prime Video will release various new shows and movies in April 2026, including the debut of season 1 of "Nippon Sangoku" and season 5 of "The Boys," which concludes the series. New films and series, like "BALLS UP" and "American Gladiators," will also appear on the streaming service throughout the month.
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"Nippon Sangoku: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun" (Season 1) starts on April 5.
"The Boys" (Season 5), the final season, arrives on April 8.
"BALLS UP," a new comedy film starring Mark Wahlberg, releases on April 15.
"Absolute Value of Romance" and "American Gladiators" debut on April 17.
The animated series "Kevin" premieres on April 20.
April 24 sees new seasons of "Cangaço Novo" and "Naughty Business."
"The House of the Spirits" (Season 1) joins on April 29.
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Researchers at Rutgers University have developed a new security system called VitalID, which uses skull vibrations from breathing and heartbeats to log users into virtual and augmented reality (XR) platforms. This technology eliminates the need for traditional passwords, offering a more secure and effortless way to access sensitive data in extended reality environments.
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VitalID uses skull vibrations for user authentication instead of passwords.
It was developed by researchers at Rutgers University.
The vibrations come from vital signs such as breathing and heartbeats.
The system works on XR devices, like virtual and augmented reality headsets.
Tests showed over 95% accuracy in recognizing authorized users.
It also had a nearly 98% success rate in blocking unauthorized users.
The technology needs no extra hardware, making it easy to use.
This security system could be used in fields like finance, medicine, and education.
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Claude Code, an AI tool from Anthropic that helps people write computer code, is facing issues with users reaching their usage limits faster than expected. Users buy tokens to use the service, but the token usage for tasks isn't always clear. Anthropic is working to fix this issue, which has caused confusion and disruption for some users.
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Claude Code is an AI tool used for helping write computer code.
Users are experiencing faster-than-expected usage of their token limits.
Tokens are like credits that users purchase to access the service.
Anthropic announced on Reddit that fixing this usage issue is their top priority.
Users on Reddit highlighted disparities in usage between free and paid accounts.
Peak-hour throttling was introduced, leading to quicker token consumption during high demand.
An accidental release of part of Claude Code's source code occurred but didn't expose sensitive data.
Anthropic is in a legal dispute with the US government about the use of its tools by the Department of Defense.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a sequel to the 2023 Super Mario Brothers Movie, is now in theaters. While some critics appreciate its creativity, others find it lacks impact compared to the first film. The movie follows Mario and Luigi on a space adventure with new characters.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a sequel to the 2023 Super Mario Brothers Movie.
It features characters like Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Yoshi, and Rosalina.
The movie's story continues from the first film, with Bowser escaping from being imprisoned.
Some critics feel the film is imaginative and fast-paced, while others think it is less impressive than the first movie.
Rotten Tomatoes rated the first Mario movie 59% based on 288 reviews.
The soundtrack in the Galaxy movie allows composer Brian Tyler's music to be more prominent.
Nintendo plans to release a film based on the Legend of Zelda next year.
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A malfunction in Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxi service caused over a hundred driverless cars to stop in the middle of Wuhan. This incident reignited discussions about the safety of driverless cars, though no injuries were reported. Baidu is still investigating the cause.
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Over a hundred self-driving robotaxis stopped mid-traffic in Wuhan, China.
The stoppage was due to a system malfunction, according to local police.
Videos on social media showed the halted cars and a related highway collision, but no injuries occurred.
The issue is under investigation, and Baidu has not commented yet.
Apollo Go, Baidu's robotaxi service, operates in many cities worldwide, mostly in China.
Uber and Lyft plan to test Baidu's Apollo Go cars in the UK, pending approval.
This incident adds to past technical challenges faced by self-driving taxis, including outages and accidents.
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Students in China are using smart glasses to cheat on tests by scanning and searching for answers online. The smart glasses, powered by AI, can display answers directly on the lens in real-time, making it hard for teachers to detect the cheating. This growing use of smart glasses raises concerns about students' learning and tech dependence.
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Students use smart glasses to cheat by scanning and searching for answers online.
Smart glasses can display answers directly on the lens in real-time.
Popular models include AI-enabled glasses from companies like Ray-Ban and Rokid.
These glasses are part of a multibillion-dollar industry.
Common issues with the technology include short battery life and discomfort.
The use of these glasses for cheating is raising concerns about the overall learning experience for students.
Cheating with AI glasses means students might graduate without actually acquiring knowledge.
Major tech companies continue to invest in improving smart glasses technology.
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The article discusses the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in the U.S., with a significant increase in adoption by large firms and individuals. It highlights concerns over AI's impact on jobs, suggesting that current tax policies favor automation over human labor, which may lead to more job displacement. The authors propose adjusting tax structures to encourage using AI alongside human workers rather than replacing them.
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As of December 2025, 32% of large U.S. firms use AI in key workflows.
Private use of AI in the U.S. reached 48.7% in late 2025, a 35% growth from before.
AI adoption is linked to reports of job layoffs and economic disruption.
A study found 93% of jobs are exposed to some AI-related automation.
The article suggests current tax policies favor automation, which could lead to more job displacement.
Adjusting tax policies could make it more appealing to use AI to support, rather than replace, human jobs.
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Oracle informed thousands of employees via email that their jobs were terminated immediately as part of a larger company restructuring. These layoffs are considered one of the biggest in Oracle's history, affecting up to 10,000 workers.
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Oracle sent early morning emails to staff notifying them of job cuts.
The layoffs are part of a wider organizational change at Oracle.
The email stated that the affected employees' last working day was the day they received the email.
Approximately 10,000 employees are reportedly affected by these layoffs.
Affected roles include engineers, architects, and operations leaders, indicating a wide impact on skilled positions.
Oracle thanked the departing employees for their service and provided information about severance packages.
The company's Senior Operations Manager remarked on the high quality of the talent now available in the job market.
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NASA is getting ready to launch Artemis II, a mission that will take four astronauts around the moon and back. This mission marks the first crewed lunar trip since 1972 and is a key step in NASA's larger plan to return humans to the moon and eventually send them to Mars. The launch is planned for Wednesday, with a favorable weather forecast, and a backup window continues until early April.
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Artemis II will send four astronauts on a lunar flyby, meaning they will circle the moon and come back without landing.
The launch is set for Wednesday from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, with a high chance of good weather.
NASA had to delay Artemis II twice due to technical problems, including a hydrogen leak and a helium flow issue.
The Artemis program aims to return humans to the moon, establish a base there, and eventually enable missions to Mars.
Artemis I was an uncrewed mission that tested the same spacecraft, Orion, which will be used in Artemis II.
Artemis II will be the first human space mission beyond low Earth orbit since 1972.
The mission will test critical systems needed for future missions deeper into space.
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A survey by Lean In shows that women are less likely than men to use AI at work and receive less recognition when they do. This difference could widen existing pay and promotion gaps between genders, according to Sheryl Sandberg. The survey suggests that biases in recognizing efforts are present in new technology fields like AI.
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A Lean In survey found that 78% of men used AI at work, compared to 73% of women.
27% of men received praise for using AI, while only 18% of women did.
37% of men were encouraged by managers to use AI, compared to 30% of women.
The results reflect broader workplace biases where men often receive more recognition.
Sheryl Sandberg notes that this pattern, if unaddressed, could worsen gender pay and promotion gaps.
Prior studies also show women using AI or working in tech often receive less positive feedback.
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Apple is testing a new iPhone update, iOS 26.5, which includes system improvements and bug fixes. The update may introduce ads in Apple Maps, allowing businesses to pay for better search result positions, although ads are not visible yet. Users have expressed negative reactions to the potential changes.
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Apple released the iOS 26.5 beta to developers, focusing on system improvements.
The update might add search ads in Apple Maps, letting businesses have sponsored placements.
Ads would be marked to ensure users know they are advertisements.
Apple Maps is a widely used navigation tool on iPhones.
The 26.5 update is still being tested, and features could change before public release.
Apple has not confirmed when or if ads will officially appear in Apple Maps.
Users have criticized the potential addition of ads in Apple Maps.
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The article explains how to reduce water usage for lawns by up to 50% with smart irrigation techniques. It includes strategies like using smart controllers, raising mowing height, and optimizing irrigation schedules to maintain green lawns while saving water and reducing costs.
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Lawns often waste 30%-50% of water due to poor irrigation timing and runoff.
Smart irrigation controllers adjust watering based on weather and soil conditions, saving up to 15,000 gallons of water each year.
Raising lawn mowing height by 0.5-1 inch in summer can reduce water needs and strengthen grass roots.
Proper irrigation zoning ensures shaded and sunny areas receive the correct amount of water.
Drought-tolerant grasses, like tall fescue and Bermuda grass, require less water than regular grass types.
Installing soil moisture sensors helps determine when different lawn sections need watering.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims smart irrigation systems could save $2.5 billion in water costs across the U.S.
Smart irrigation devices cost between $150 and $250, based on features and customization options.
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The city of Milpitas in Silicon Valley will give residents free wireless doorbells with cameras to help police collect video evidence for crime prevention. Residents can share footage voluntarily with the police, and the city chose cameras similar to Amazon Ring but without direct police integration or subscription fees.
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Milpitas city council approved $60,000 to provide one camera-equipped doorbell per household on a first-come, first-served basis.
The goal is to help prevent crime and improve public safety by working with the police department.
Residents can voluntarily upload video footage to the police through a shared link.
The city considered Amazon Ring cameras but decided to use similar cameras without direct police system integration.
Milpitas police emphasized that footage is only accessed if residents choose to share it.
Ring cameras require subscription fees to store footage, which the city wanted to avoid for residents.
Similar programs using Ring cameras exist in other U.S. cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Cleveland.
Privacy concerns exist about doorbell cameras, especially related to police surveillance and use of AI technology.
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Disney+ is releasing many new shows and movies in April 2026. Key releases include "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord" and "Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2. The schedule also features episodes of "American Idol" and various other programs.
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"Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord," an animated series, starts on April 6, 2026, with new episodes until May 4.
Sam Witwer returns to voice the character Maul in the new Star Wars series.
"Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2 continues throughout April, with new episodes released weekly.
Charlie Cox stars as Daredevil, with Vincent D'Onofrio as Kingpin.
"American Idol" Season 9, also known as the 24th season overall, releases episodes throughout April.
Other shows releasing episodes in April include "Perfect Crown" and "Project Runway All Stars."
Disney+ will introduce a variety of other new content like "Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES: Shorts" and "Donna Hay Coastal Celebrations."
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A list of new movies and TV shows coming to Netflix in April 2026 has been announced. It includes new seasons of popular series like "XO, Kitty" and "Temptation Island," as well as new content like "Stranger Things: Tales From '85."
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Netflix will release a new season of "XO, Kitty" and a spin-off series called "Stranger Things: Tales From '85" in April 2026.
"Temptation Island" Season 10 will be available from April 10, 2026.
"Beef" Season 2 is set to release on April 16, 2026, three years after the first season.
Classic movies like "Atonement," "Bohemian Rhapsody," and "Casino" will also be available starting April 1, 2026.
New original movies such as "Eat Pray Bark" and "It Takes a Village" will be released on Netflix this April.
Various other series and seasonal releases are scheduled throughout the month, including "The Ramparts of Ice" and "Bloodhounds" Season 2.
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Oracle, a major technology company, has laid off a significant number of employees as it invests heavily in artificial intelligence (AI). The job cuts involve roles like senior engineers and program managers and are not based on employee performance. Oracle is using AI tools to improve efficiency, allowing fewer employees to do more work.
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Oracle has made significant job cuts, affecting roles such as senior engineers and program managers.
The layoffs are linked to Oracle's increased investment in AI technology.
The company declined to comment on the specific reasons for the layoffs.
Oracle is one of the largest tech companies, focused on software and cloud computing.
Larry Ellison, a co-founder of Oracle, is a prominent figure in the company.
Oracle's internal use of AI tools aims to boost efficiency and productivity.
The Stargate initiative, a $500 billion project, involves increasing U.S. data center capacity for AI processing.
Oracle plans to invest at least $50 billion in AI infrastructure this year.
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