A mysterious object spotted in the sky over southeast Wisconsin was confirmed to be an Aerostar "Thunderhead" balloon, used for environmental research and enhancing cell service during disasters.

Governor Abbott appoints ExxonMobil's Stefan Hussenoeder to the TexNet Technical Advisory Committee to lend expertise on seismic activity oversight in Texas.

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory released its first images, revealing millions of celestial bodies and hinting at the potential of its upcoming 10-year survey.

SoftBank plans a $1 trillion AI and robotics hub in Arizona and may partner with TSMC and tech firms. U.S. tax breaks are discussed; details on TSMC's role and official statements are pending.

North Carolina's Department of Information Technology announced a revised $1.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program to expand internet access, adjusting to new federal guidance.

A grassroots group in Suffolk County created an app to alert residents to ICE agent sightings, used over 60,000 times since January, amid rising community concerns.

ORNL researchers used simulations to improve carbon fiber strength by adding PAN nanofibers, using the Frontier supercomputer to analyze a 5 million atoms model.

Meta offered OpenAI employees large signing bonuses to join their AI team, which OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman discussed, but so far Meta's efforts have been unsuccessful.

SpaceX's Starship experienced an "anomaly" during a test in South Texas, causing an explosion but no injuries. The incident rattled local homes, sparking discussions about SpaceX's impact and environmental concerns.

Scott County libraries are receiving technology upgrades, including new printers, copiers, and a computer reservation system, with temporary service disruptions during installation.

ORNL researchers have developed a method to enhance carbon fiber composites' strength by improving the bond between fibers and polymer matrix using a hybrid technique involving carbon nanofibers.

ORNL's ESTD advances a strategic vision emphasizing energy security, resilience, and affordability, blending science with collaborative innovation to strengthen the U.S. energy sector.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection launched CBP Link, a new mobile app to simplify travelers' interactions with border services, including I-94 form applications and border wait times checks.