Today: 18 June 2026

Skywatchers Rejoice: Blood Moon, Auroras & Rocket Launches Dazzle on Sept 8–9, 2025

Skywatchers Rejoice: Blood Moon, Auroras & Rocket Launches Dazzle on Sept 8–9, 2025

A total lunar eclipse on Sept 7–8 turned the full Moon deep red for 83 minutes, the longest totality since 2022, and was visible to billions across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Geomagnetic storms triggered auroras unusually far south, while SpaceX and China launched rockets on consecutive nights. The bright Moon washed out the Epsilon Perseids meteor shower. Saturn shone at its yearly brightest near the Moon.
8 September 2025
Space in Overdrive: Nonstop Launches, Space Force Shake-Up & Cosmic Surprises (Sept 7–8, 2025)

Space in Overdrive: Nonstop Launches, Space Force Shake-Up & Cosmic Surprises (Sept 7–8, 2025)

SpaceX surpassed 2,000 satellite launches for 2025 after a Falcon 9 from California deployed 24 more Starlink satellites. China launched an experimental Shiyan-29 satellite and three others, plus new Yaogan satellites. The Pentagon announced new U.S. Space Force commanders on Sept. 5. Orbital Sidekick satellite imagery revealed possible underground damage at Iran’s Fordow nuclear site following a U.S. strike.
8 September 2025
Tech Turmoil: iPhone 17 ‘Awe Dropping’ Hype, Chip Wars & Crypto Windfalls Rock Sept 7–8

Tech Turmoil: iPhone 17 ‘Awe Dropping’ Hype, Chip Wars & Crypto Windfalls Rock Sept 7–8

Apple will unveil the iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro 3 at its Sept. 9 event. The U.S. plans new chip export rules for Samsung and SK Hynix in China, ending indefinite waivers. U.S. officials are probing a July malware attack linked to Chinese group APT41 that targeted trade talks. Telefonica’s new CEO outlined acquisition plans and called for EU telecom mergers as cable cuts disrupted internet in Asia and the Middle East.
8 September 2025
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AI’s Explosive Weekend: $1.5B Settlement, Record Fines & Game-Changing Breakthroughs (Sept 7–8, 2025)

AI’s Explosive Weekend: $1.5B Settlement, Record Fines & Game-Changing Breakthroughs (Sept 7–8, 2025)

Anthropic agreed to pay $1.5 billion to settle authors’ claims it used pirated books to train its chatbot, the largest copyright settlement in AI to date. The EU fined Google €2.95 billion for ad dominance and ordered it to stop favoring its own services. A U.S. judge ordered Google to share its search data with AI rivals. China’s new law now requires all AI-generated content to be clearly labeled.
8 September 2025
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Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Flip & The Foldable Phone Wars of 2025

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Flip & The Foldable Phone Wars of 2025

Motorola’s Razr 40 Ultra rebooted the flip phone with a 3.6-inch external screen and improved hinge but launched in 2023 with an older Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip6 (2024) features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a new 50 MP camera, and IPX8 water resistance, starting at $1,099. Oppo, Huawei, and Honor push specs higher, with Honor’s Magic V Flip 2 offering a 200 MP camera and 5,500 mAh battery, though most Chinese models remain China-only.
7 September 2025
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iOS 18’s Jaw-Dropping Upgrades: Apple’s Next Big Thing Arriving with iPhone 17

iOS 18’s Jaw-Dropping Upgrades: Apple’s Next Big Thing Arriving with iPhone 17

Apple will launch iOS 18 alongside the iPhone 17 in September 2025, introducing its Apple Intelligence AI suite for on-device text drafting, image creation, and improved Siri. The update brings a redesigned Photos app, overhauled Control Center, and more customization, plus RCS messaging and alternative app stores in the EU. iOS 18 is built to leverage the iPhone 17’s A18 chip and new 5G modem.
7 September 2025
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Flying a Drone in Ljubljana: 10 Surprising Laws and Rules You Must Know in 2025

Flying a Drone in Ljubljana: 10 Surprising Laws and Rules You Must Know in 2025

Slovenia requires all drone operators flying drones over 250 g or with cameras to register and pass an online exam. Drones may fly up to 120 m, must remain within visual line of sight, and cannot operate over populated areas like Ljubljana without special permits. Night flying is banned for hobbyists. Flights near airports are restricted, and privacy laws apply to all camera drones.
7 September 2025
Mirrorless Titans Showdown: Nikon Z8 vs the Best of Canon, Sony, Panasonic & Leica (2025 Edition)

Mirrorless Titans Showdown: Nikon Z8 vs the Best of Canon, Sony, Panasonic & Leica (2025 Edition)

Nikon’s Z8 matches the Z9’s 45.7MP stacked sensor, 20 fps RAW bursts, and 8K video in a smaller $4,000 body. Canon’s EOS R5 Mark II introduces a 45MP stacked sensor, 30 fps bursts, and 8K/60p RAW, outpacing its predecessor and rivaling the EOS R3 in autofocus. Sony’s Alpha 9 III debuts the first full-frame global shutter, shooting 120 fps RAW with no rolling distortion. Leica’s SL3 launches with a 60MP sensor and 8K video.
7 September 2025
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Sony’s 2025 Alpha Mirrorless Camera Showdown: From Flagship A1 to APS-C All-Stars

Sony’s 2025 Alpha Mirrorless Camera Showdown: From Flagship A1 to APS-C All-Stars

Sony’s Alpha 1 and Alpha 9 III lead the 2025 lineup, with the Alpha 1 offering 50MP, 30 fps, and 8K video, and the Alpha 9 III delivering 120 fps with a global shutter. The Alpha 7R V provides 61MP for high-resolution work, while the A7 IV and A7C II balance 33MP stills and 4K video. The A7S III excels in low light and video, and the A6700 tops Sony’s APS-C range with pro-level autofocus.
7 September 2025
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Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Competition: Can Samsung’s Budget Champ Rule 2025?

Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Competition: Can Samsung’s Budget Champ Rule 2025?

Samsung’s Galaxy A17 5G features a 6.7-inch FHD+ 90 Hz AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus, Exynos 1330 chip, up to 8 GB RAM, and a 50 MP OIS main camera. It ships with Android 15 and promises six years of updates. The phone includes a 5,000 mAh battery with 25 W charging. Key rivals offer brighter screens, faster chips, or larger batteries at similar prices.
7 September 2025
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Nikon Coolpix P1100 – Comprehensive Overview (September 2025)

Nikon Coolpix P1100 – Comprehensive Overview (September 2025)

Nikon announced the Coolpix P1100 on February 5, 2025, with shipping starting later that month at a US MSRP of $1,099. The camera keeps the 125× 24–3000mm zoom lens and 16 MP sensor, adds USB-C charging, WPA3 Wi-Fi, and Bird-Watching AF options, and weighs about 1.41 kg. Dual Detect Optical VR now rates at 4.0 stops. Initial demand outpaced supply, causing shipment delays.
7 September 2025
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2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S Hybrid Shocks the Supercar World with 700+ HP Electrified Power

2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S Hybrid Shocks the Supercar World with 700+ HP Electrified Power

Porsche has unveiled the 2025 911 Turbo S Hybrid, producing 711 hp and 800 Nm, making it the most powerful production 911 to date. The car accelerates from 0–60 mph in about 2.4 seconds and laps the Nürburgring 14 seconds quicker than its predecessor. U.S. prices start at $272,650, with deliveries beginning in Europe in late 2025 and North America in spring 2026.
7 September 2025
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Samoa’s Internet Revolution: From Undersea Cables to Starlink Skies

Samoa’s Internet Revolution: From Undersea Cables to Starlink Skies

Samoa approved SpaceX’s Starlink service in 2025, offering high-speed satellite internet for ST$139 per month, undercutting local ISPs. Despite new submarine cables, fixed broadband uptake remains below 1 per 100 people, with most households relying on mobile data. Rural areas still face patchy 4G coverage. Internet costs remain high, averaging 13.4% of GNI per capita.
7 September 2025
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India’s Space Industry Skyrockets: From ISRO’s Legacy to a $77 Billion Future

India’s Space Industry Skyrockets: From ISRO’s Legacy to a $77 Billion Future

India’s space economy reached $13 billion in 2023 and is projected to hit $77 billion by 2030, driven by policy reforms and a surge in private investment. The 2023 Indian Space Policy opened the sector to private firms, leading to over 200 startups and landmark launches like Skyroot’s Vikram-S rocket in 2022. Satellite services are expected to generate nearly half of future revenue.
7 September 2025
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New Cameras, Lens Bombshells & Bold Shake-Ups: What Rocked the Camera World This Week (Sept 6–7, 2025)

New Cameras, Lens Bombshells & Bold Shake-Ups: What Rocked the Camera World This Week (Sept 6–7, 2025)

Canon teased a new video-focused camera for a September 9 livestream, sparking speculation of a compact Cinema EOS model. DJI is rumored to launch its first full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera September 15. Nikon suspended its Z6 III authenticity feature after a security flaw allowed fake images to pass as genuine. Panasonic unveiled the AK-UBX100 4K studio camera, while Sony announced major firmware updates for its FX3 and FX30.
7 September 2025
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Weekend Crypto Whirlwind: DeFi Hack Reversed, NFT Revival, Trump’s $100M Bet & More

Weekend Crypto Whirlwind: DeFi Hack Reversed, NFT Revival, Trump’s $100M Bet & More

Crypto prices swung sharply after weak U.S. jobs data, with Ether down 4% and Bitcoin falling 2.5%. Venus Protocol recovered $13.5 million stolen by North Korean hackers in a rapid DeFi response. Trump’s media firm bought $105 million in Cronos tokens, drawing criticism from Sen. Warren. Stripe and Paradigm launched a new blockchain, Tempo, aimed at stablecoin payments.
7 September 2025
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Global Internet Access Shockwaves: Cable Cuts, Censorship & Broadband Booms (Sept 6–7, 2025)

Global Internet Access Shockwaves: Cable Cuts, Censorship & Broadband Booms (Sept 6–7, 2025)

Multiple undersea internet cables were cut in the Red Sea on Sept. 6, disrupting traffic from the Middle East to South Asia. Microsoft warned Azure users of higher latency as data rerouted, while Pakistan saw a nationwide slowdown. Internet speeds dropped for UAE customers on du and Etisalat. India also reported degraded service.
7 September 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Stock Market Gains Ahead of Juneteenth Holiday Break
    June 18, 2026, 3:08 PM EDT. The stock market rose this week as Wall Street prepared to close on Friday for the Juneteenth Holiday, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. Investors positioned themselves ahead of the long weekend, pushing major indexes higher. The cautious optimism reflects a pause in trading activity as markets close for the holiday, allowing participants to reassess strategies post-break.

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TSMC trades close to highs before holiday as Taiex rides AI wave

TSMC trades close to highs before holiday as Taiex rides AI wave

18 June 2026
Evolution Mining closed down 1.9% at A$13.21, above Macquarie’s new A$13 price target despite an Outperform upgrade, as gold stocks fell on the Federal Reserve’s hawkish rate outlook; next key catalysts are July’s quarterly results and full-year guidance, with cash flow and mine performance in focus.
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