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Is dark matter made of mysterious 'ghost particles?' Galaxy clusters could hold the answer

January 12, 2026
If dark matter particles decay, then scientists could hunt for signs of this process, including X-ray or gamma-ray radiation or even emitted “ghost particle” neutrinos, in vast clusters of galaxies. Not only could this finally reveal what particles comprise mysterious dark matter, but it could also help astronomers understand the universe’s structure like never before. And new…
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Meta signs deals with three nuclear companies for 6-plus GW of power

January 12, 2026
Meta today announced three deals to provide its data centers with nuclear power: one from a startup, one from a smaller energy company, and one from a larger company that already operates several nuclear reactors in the U.S. Oklo and TerraPower, two companies developing small modular reactors (SMR), each signed agreements with Meta to build multiple reactors, while Vistra is selling capacity from…
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200 unpublished Sophia Loren portraits teach us the importance of trust between photographers and their subjects

January 12, 2026
When Alfred Eisenstaedt, one of Life‘s original four staff photographers, first shot Sophia Loren for the magazine, she was already on the cusp of international stardom. Born Sofia Costanza Brigida Villani Scicolone in 1934, the actress had risen from working as an extra to leading lady. By 1961, she was establishing herself as a glamorous icon and a serious actress in equal measure…
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Hyundai is cutting EV prices again

January 12, 2026
Hyundai’s electric vehicles are already among the most affordable you can get your hands on. To kick off the new year, Hyundai is slashing EV prices again with new deals and promotions. What EV deals and lease offers is Hyundai running? After a fifth straight year with…
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Kia reveals three new GT EVs, two sporty electric SUVs and a hot hatch

January 12, 2026
The Kia GT moniker is getting electrified. Kia unveiled three (well, four really) new electric GT models at the Brussels Motor Show, including two sporty new SUVs and an EV hot hatch. Here’s our first look. Kia goes all in on electric GT models Kia’s new electric GT models are “crafted for those who seek the best of both worlds: excitement while embracing a future of responsible…
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