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'Super star' being shredded by black hole releases as much energy as 400 billion suns

January 9, 2026
Astronomers have witnessed a cosmic explosion that emitted as much energy as 400 billion suns. The event, which has been nicknamed “the Whippet,” is a staggeringly powerful example of a Tidal Disruption Event (TDE) and is the result of a super-sized star being shredded and devoured by a black hole. TDEs occur when stars wander too close to black holes. The immense gravity surrounding…
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AI & RoboticsNews

Gmail debuts a personalized AI Inbox, AI Overviews in search, and more

January 9, 2026
Google has unveiled a new AI Inbox for Gmail that’s designed to provide a personalized overview of your tasks and keep you informed about important updates. Gmail is also launching AI Overviews in search and a Grammarly-like “Proofread” feature. Additionally, Gmail is bringing to all users several AI features that were previously available only to paid users. The new AI Inbox tab…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Segway launches techie Myon and Muxi e-bikes, plus Xaber 300 electric dirt bike

January 9, 2026
Segway is back at CES with a noticeably broader take on electric mobility. This year, Segway is rolling out two new production e-bikes aimed squarely at everyday riders, along with an all-new electric dirt bike that leans hard into performance and software-driven features. The new Myon and Muxi e-bikes expand Segway’s still-young bicycle lineup beyond previous years’ Xyber and Xafari models…
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DefenseNews

Senate advances resolution to limit Trump’s war powers after Venezuela

January 9, 2026
The Senate advanced a resolution Thursday that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela, sounding a note of disapproval for his expanding ambitions in the Western Hemisphere. Democrats and five Republicans voted to advance the war powers resolution on a 52-47 vote and ensure a vote next week on final passage. It has virtually no chance of becoming…
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