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NASA says Perseverance collected a possible ancient Mars rock sample
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NASA rover finds chromium-bearing corundum on Mars
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Government Accountability Office outlines housing technology options
The agency identified benefits, adoption barriers and policy options intended to increase housing supply and improve affordability.
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PoliticsGAO says Treasury should improve project review consistency and transparency
Treasury rarely applies criteria for market surpluses and has no criteria for substantial injury to U.S. producers.
PoliticsGAO says VA needs a comprehensive plan to evaluate its foreclosure program
The Partial Claim Program became effective on June 15, 2026, but GAO said early evaluation planning is critical.
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All 482GAO says DOD needs stronger oversight of F-35 parts
The agency found unreliable records, incomplete inventory checks and unresolved losses affecting F-35 parts accountability and financial reporting.
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All 605U.S. goods and services deficit decreased in September
The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a September deficit of $105.0 billion, with exports of $321.5 billion and imports of $426.6 billion.
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All 596Curiosity drills 49th hole named Nazca
The rover passed stability and preload tests before drilling Nazca and sending a sample to CheMin.
Curiosity recharges before resuming Nazca drilling
NASA reported remote science and a communications test during 3 sols while Curiosity conserved power for the unfinished Nazca drilling campaign.
NASA finds a hidden companion behind a star’s repeated outbursts
March 2026 observations pointed to a black hole or neutron star producing the star’s periodic X-ray flashes.
La NASA busca astronautas para la próxima generación
La convocatoria exige ciudadanía estadounidense, formación STEM y experiencia profesional para integrar el cuerpo de astronautas.
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French Open: The Athlete Who Once Struggled to Afford Paris is One Match Away from Making History
MLB and RISE Collaborate to Expand Baseball’s Presence in India
PSG ties with Bayern Munich to advance to the Champions League final, preparing for a showdown with Arsenal in Budapest.
Thankful for Sanju’s Presence: Ruturaj Attributes CSK’s Revival to World Cup Star
Cheteshwar Pujara Supports White-Ball Cricket; Calls for Non-IPL Players to Be Recognized for Test Selection Based on Domestic Performance
The former Indian batter emphasized that although he encourages young players to aim to become all-format cricketers, white-ball specialists are not required to acquire…
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Breaking: Foreign travel costs could rise as government considers new fees in response to West Asia crisis.
Sources indicate that high-level government discussions are currently focused on implementing a cess, tax, or surcharge on outbound foreign travel. However, a definitive…
2026 FIFA World Cup Tourism Projections Dim as Hotel Reservations Fall Short
FIFA has projected a significant economic boost from the tournament, with a FIFA‑commissioned socio‑economic impact study estimating that the event could contribute as…
Mumbai Airport to be Shut for Six Hours on May 7: Everything You Should Know
In a statement to passengers, airport authorities mentioned: “On 07 May 2026, CSMIA Mumbai will experience a scheduled closure of both runways for six hours, from 11:00…
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GAO found little transparency on USDA reorganization analysis
The agency said USDA did not respond to requests for information on the analyses that informed its 2025 reorganization plan.
TechNASA CHAPEA crew ends 378-day simulated Mars mission
Four research volunteers completed NASA’s second yearlong Mars surface simulation and returned from the habitat on Oct. 31.
Tech2026 Antarctic ozone hole reaches annual maximum area
NASA said the ozone hole was the seventh largest by mean size in 48 years of monitoring, but it was not as deep as other large holes on record.
TechNASA opens $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge
Student teams at U.S. high schools and post-secondary schools can contribute designs for Moon Base in six categories.
TechNASA awards Moon Base transportation, technology and science projects
The agency said the awards cover lunar delivery, the PROMISE rover, launch services, orbital transfers and surface infrastructure.
TechNASA opens applications for next astronaut class
U.S. citizens must apply by 11:59 p.m. EST Thursday, Dec. 3, and NASA expects to make its final selection in late 2027.
PoliticsGAO says State should improve notification of notwithstanding authorities
A review found gaps in State Department reports to Congress about using legal authorities for democracy assistance.
TechAstronaut photographs the San Juan River at Goosenecks State Park
NASA said an astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured the river’s entrenched meanders in southern Utah on October 6, 2026.
PoliticsFederal banking agencies helped develop international financial standards
The GAO found that the agencies participated in international standard-setting bodies from 2010 through 2025 and implemented standards through domestic rulemaking.
TechNASA astronauts to answer Florida students’ questions
Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will answer prerecorded STEM questions from aboard the International Space Station.
WorldNOAA implements Rapid Refresh Forecast System on November 3
The next-generation system provides hourly-updating forecasts, expands forecast lead times and adds smoke, dust and fire weather tools.
PoliticsGAO says EPA lacks tools to measure Superfund cost recovery
The agency found that EPA spent about $25.8 billion at nonfederal sites from 1996 through 2024 but recovered less than half.