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This photographer took the iconic Oppenheimer portrait using his exclusive Manhattan Project access

May 11, 2026
Some photographers snap picturesque landscapes or evocative portraits; others capture some of the most defining moments in human history. James Edward “Ed” Westcott (1922-2019) was one of the latter. As one of only three official government photographers assigned to the top-secret Manhattan Project, Westcott photographed not only the development of the atomic bomb – the weapon that would…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Kia's midsize electric SUV spotted in the US again, but this one is different [Image]

May 11, 2026
The EV5 is about the size of Kia’s best-selling Sportage SUV and the Tesla Model Y. After opening orders in Europe and Canada, Kia’s midsize electric SUV was spotted testing in the US again, but this one looks a little different. Is Kia finally bringing the EV5 to the US? After launching the EV5 in China in 2023, the midsize electric SUV has been a cornerstone of Kia’s comeback in the…
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DefenseNews

India to build strategic outpost near key shipping lane in Indo-Pacific

May 11, 2026
NEW DELHI — India is pressing ahead with a $9 billion infrastructure project to bolster its military footprint on the Great Nicobar Island which sits far from the Indian mainland near one of the world’s most critical shipping arteries. The project is attracting attention as disruptions to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, following the U.S.-Iran-Israel conflict brings focus to other vulnerable…
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ComputersNews

Microsoft’s new CPU trick might finally fix Windows 11’s app stutters

May 11, 2026
Microsoft is working on a new way to make Windows 11 PCs faster. But instead of tackling performance through additional tools or upgrades, the company is relying on a trick that affects the CPU. With the new “Low Latency Profile,” the CPU speed will increase in bursts whenever Windows 11 is given an important task, whether that’s launching an app or opening the Start menu. The aim is to make…
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