James Webb Spots Bizarre Planet-Forming Disk Full of Carbon Dioxide

The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted a bizarre planet-forming disk dominated by carbon dioxide where water is almost absent. This rare finding, in star system XUE 10 within NGC 6357, challenges current models of planetary formation and may reshape our understanding of habitable worlds.

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Qualcomm Partners BMW to Bring New Automated Driving System to BMW iX3 SUV

Qualcomm and BMW Group on Friday announced a new assisted driving system, the Snapdragon Ride Pilot, debuting on the recently launched BMW iX3 SUV. As part of the collaboration, Qualcomm designed the Snapdragon Ride SoC, while both companies jointly developed the Snapdragon Ride AD software stack.

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NASA and NOAA Set to Launch Solar Probes for Space Weather Forecasting

In Sept. 2025, NASA and NOAA will launch three spacecraft aboard a Falcon 9 to the Sun–Earth L1 point. IMAP will map the heliosphere’s edge, the Carruthers Geocorona Observatory will study Earth’s exosphere, and SWFO-L1 will deliver real-time solar storm warnings. Together, they aim to improve space-weather science and safeguard technology on Earth.

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Who Is Amit Kshatriya: Indian-Origin Appointed as NASA’s Associate Administrator

NASA has named Amit Kshatriya as its new Associate Administrator, a role overseeing agency operations and strategy. A 20-year NASA veteran, Kshatriya has led Artemis Moon-to-Mars missions and brings engineering, leadership, and spaceflight expertise. His appointment signals NASA’s renewed focus on Artemis and a bold vision for lunar exploration and future Mars missions.

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Scientists Visualize New Gold Quantum Needles at Nanoscale

Scientists at the University of Tokyo have visualized gold nanoclusters in their earliest growth stage and discovered new elongated structures called gold quantum needles. These exhibit remarkable quantum properties, opening possibilities for sharper biomedical imaging and more efficient light-energy conversion in future applications.

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