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- 1Russian jet-drone strike on Kyiv Science Academy kills 10●Kyiv Science Academy hit, 10 dead as Russian jet-drones strike across Ukraine
A Russian strike using jet-powered drones hit the Kyiv Science Academy, killing 10 people, as attacks targeted sites across Ukraine. Wire reports from Reuters and other outlets are carrying the news, drawing attention to the escalating drone campaign against Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure.
- 2Russian daytime strike on Kyiv science academy kills at least one▼Daytime Russian strike on Kyiv’s science academy kills at least one
A Russian missile struck the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine in Kyiv in a daytime attack, killing at least one person, according to The Guardian. The strike on a civilian scientific institution during working hours has drawn attention to the continuing bombardment of the Ukrainian capital and the risks to non-military targets.
- 3Pacific Ocean Warming Is Flipping Water Age Patterns●The Pacific Ocean Is Doing Something Weird as It Warms: Young Water Gets Older, And Old Water Gets Younger
Scientists report that as the Pacific Ocean warms, a strange reversal is taking place in its water circulation: younger surface water appears to be ageing while older deep water is becoming younger, a shift in how water masses mix and move. Researchers say the trend could signal wider changes in ocean circulation driven by warming, with possible implications for heat and carbon storage in the Pacific.
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Russian forces struck Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv, a building crowded with staff and researchers, according to CBS News. Details on casualties and damage remain limited. The attack on a civilian scientific institution has drawn condemnation, coming as Russia continues large-scale strikes on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Officials have not yet released full assessments of the strike's impact.
- 5Malaysia urges ASEAN-wide standards for fast-growing space sector●ASEAN needs common standards for fast-growing space sector, says Malaysian Science Minister
Malaysia's Science Minister has called on ASEAN member states to adopt common standards for the region's rapidly expanding space sector. The appeal, reported by Asia News Network, reflects growing regional interest in satellite services, launch activities and space-related regulation. The minister argues shared rules would help Southeast Asian countries cooperate, attract investment and keep pace with the industry's growth.
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Allon Klein, a researcher at Harvard Medical School, has been named a 2026 Schmidt Science Polymath. The fellowship program, backed by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, supports accomplished scientists pursuing research across multiple disciplines. The recognition highlights Klein's work in biology and provides substantial multi-year funding to expand his research into new scientific territory.
- 7Autonomous aircraft crosses the United States using artificial intelligence●# Avion # autonome # traversée # ÉtatsUnis # intelligenceArtificielle # aviation # autonomie # Autonomous # aircraft # c
An autonomous aircraft has reportedly completed a crossing of the United States, with the flight guided by artificial intelligence rather than direct human control. The story, shared via the French science news outlet Techno-Science, is drawing attention to advances in aviation autonomy. Commenters are discussing what an AI-piloted transcontinental flight could mean for the future of commercial and cargo aviation.
- 8Physics-Grounded AI Promises More Reliable Materials Discovery●Research News - Physics-Grounded Materials AI for Reliable Materials Discovery
Researchers are developing artificial intelligence for materials discovery that is grounded in physics rather than relying solely on data-driven learning, an approach aimed at making predictions of new materials more reliable. The work, reported by Tohoku University, suggests that embedding physical laws into AI models could reduce errors and improve trust in computational materials science.
- 9Rescued loggerhead turtle Ossie returned to the ocean off Georgia▼Tybee Island Marine Science Center releases loggerhead sea turtle ‘Ossie’ back into ocean
The Tybee Island Marine Science Center in Georgia has released Ossie, a loggerhead sea turtle, back into the ocean after caring for it. Local news coverage shows a feel-good conservation story drawing warm reactions, with the center highlighting its sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation work along the Georgia coast.
- 10Vermont apple growers turn to precision science against pests●Vermont apple growers turn to precision science to combat orchard pests
Apple growers in Vermont are adopting precision agriculture techniques to manage orchard pests, according to a regional news report. The story highlights how science-based monitoring and targeted treatments are being used to protect apple crops, reflecting a broader shift among farmers toward data-driven pest control methods.
- 11New blood test delivers results in under 10 minutes●New blood testing technology delivers results in under 10 minutes
Researchers have announced a new blood testing technology that can produce results in under 10 minutes, a sharp reduction from the hours or days standard lab testing typically requires. The development, reported via a science news release, could speed up diagnosis and treatment decisions in clinics and emergency settings. Details on accuracy, cost, and regulatory approval have not yet been widely reported.