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James Webb Space Telescope discovers a hot Jupiter exoplanet leaking twin gas tails that defy explanation

December 12, 2025
Astronomers have used the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to discover that a distant “hot Jupiter” planet has two staggeringly long tails composed of helium that currently defy explanation. The observations represent the first study of gases leaking from a planet beyond the solar system during one of its complete orbits, and help paint the most complete picture of atmospheric escape…
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Harness hits $5.5B valuation with $240M raise to automate AI’s ‘after-code’ gap

December 12, 2025
AI DevOps tool Harness, founded in 2017 by serial entrepreneur Jyoti Bansal, is on track to exceed $250 million in annual recurring revenue in 2025, Bansal tells TechCrunch. The startup just raised a fresh $240 million Series E funding round that values the company at $5.5 billion post-money. The round includes a $200 million primary investment led by Goldman Sachs and a planned $40 million…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Bo M2 review: The premium e-scooter unlike anything I've ever tested before

December 12, 2025
I’ve ridden a lot of electric scooters over the years. Most blur together – two wheels, a deck, a motor, and a series of compromises. But every now and then, one stands out. And after a couple of weeks riding the Bo M2 electric scooter, I can confidently say: this one’s different. The Bo M2 is not your average e-scooter. It’s a purpose-built, premium commuter with some seriously refined…
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DefenseNews

Trump-Erdogan ties are propelling F-35 talks with once-banned partner

December 12, 2025
ISTANBUL (AP) — The close relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has brought the countries closer to resolving issues that led to Turkey being kicked off the F-35 fighter jet program, the United States ambassador to Ankara said Nov. 10. “The positive relationship between President Trump and President Erdogan has created a new atmosphere of…
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