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New York to Los Angeles in 3 hours? Executive order could make it possible by 2027, reopening the door for commercial supersonic flight
A new executive order repeals a 52-year-old ban on commercial supersonic flights, while new technology can make supersonic flight quieter than ever before.
Robot hand could harvest blackberries better than humans
Fresh, frozen and processed berries are a multi-billion-dollar business in America. In Arkansas alone, fresh-market blackberries contribute $24.3 million each year to the state's economy. But these delicate blackberries sold...
Alternative formations can reduce aerodynamic drag of protected rider up to 76%, performance study shows
Professional cycling teams can reduce air drag for their protected rider by up to 76% by adopting specific formations different from the traditional single paceline, according to new research from...
Cutting the fat: Oat oil breakthrough paves way for industry growth
New University of South Australia research is providing evidence of biological triggers of oil production in oats, a discovery that will help processing and potentially drive further demand for Australian-grown...
Sports-betting boom: New study measures spending surge, new tax revenue and rising public health risks
A new study from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business and co-authors at SMU Cox School of Business and UC San Diego Rady School of Management...
Canada needs agency to manage public UFO sightings, says new federal report
Whether you're a believer, skeptic or fall somewhere in between, a new federally commissioned report recommends a government agency be tasked with responding to UFO reports from the public and...
How AI, robotics and late artist Morrisseau are helping fight art fraud
Finding fake Norval Morrisseau paintings is a time consuming pursuit that requires co-operation from galleries and collectors, as well as a a trained, critical eye. But a new tool has...
Canadians could get more affordable version of Ozempic in early 2026. Here's how
Cheaper versions of medications to treat obesity, like Ozempic and Wegovy, could be on the market in Canada as soon as January.
Europe working to launch 'Invictus' hypersonic space plane by 2031 (video)
The European Space Agency is funding the development of a hypersonic space plane pathfinder, which will start flying by 2031, if all goes according to plan.
Sean Duffy
Sean Duffy Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy is the Secretary of the Department of Transportation since Jan. 28, 2025. On July 9, President Trump selected Sec. Duffy to serve as the acting...
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Congressional spending panels continue to push back against proposed Trump research cuts
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Large study of scientists who move their labs reveals how location drives productivity
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Russian scientists’ international collaborations to be vetted by security services under new law
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Europe plans to double research spending in next Horizon Europe scheme
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U.S. research community says new indirect cost model is still too complicated
An initiative by university leaders to revamp how the U.S. government reimburses universities for what they spend to support research on their campuses has run into opposition—from other university leaders. At an online...
Fearful of AI-generated grant proposals, NIH limits scientists to six applications per year
Scientists hoping to obtain some of the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH’s) dwindling research funds face a new challenge: They will be limited to submitting six applications per calendar year, according to a...
Harvard to advance corporate engagement strategy
Campus & Community Harvard to advance corporate engagement strategy Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston will be based at Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus in Allston, which they toured during its construction phase in March.Veasey...
Need a good summer read?
Arts & Culture Need a good summer read? Illustration by Doval/Ikon Images Tenzin Dickie Harvard Library Communications June 24, 2025 long read Whether your seasonal plans include vacations or staycations, you’ll be transported...
Federal judge blocks Trump plan to ban international students at Harvard
Harvard University.Photo by Grace DuVal Campus & Community Federal judge blocks Trump plan to ban international students at Harvard Ruling notes administration action raises serious constitutional concerns Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer June...
John C.P. Goldberg named Harvard Law School dean
John C.P. Goldberg.Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community John C.P. Goldberg named Harvard Law School dean Leading scholar in tort law and political philosophy has served as interim dean since March 2024...
Taking the measure of legal pot
AP photos Health Was legal pot a good idea? Researchers detail what we know about impact on revenue and health — and what we still need to find out Saima Sidik Harvard...
IT Summit focuses on balancing AI challenges and opportunities
Michael D. Smith and Klara Jelinkova at the IT Summit.Photo by Neal Adolph Akatsuka Campus & Community IT Summit focuses on balancing AI challenges and opportunities With the tech here to stay,...
Faber appointed chief development officer for Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Michael Faber.Credit: Scarlet Studio Campus & Community Faber appointed chief development officer for Faculty of Arts and Sciences New associate vice president and dean of development for FAS to begin Aug. 25 July...
Solomons’ treasure
Arts & Culture Solomons’ treasure From “The Solomon Collection: Dürer to Degas and Beyond,” a detail of Three Male Heads from “The Capitulation of Madrid,” Dec. 4, 1808. Antoine-Jean Gros (Paris 1771-1835 Meudon).Photos...
Does AI understand?
Science & Tech Does AI understand? Illustration by Liz Zonarich/Harvard Staff Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer July 16, 2025 6 min read It may be getting smarter, but it’s not thinking like humans...
Public servant, trusted mentor, conduit to congressional campaign — and clam bake host
CAMBRIDGE, MA – NOVEMBER 06: David Gergen co-moderates a discussion with United States Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer at the Harvard University Institute of Politics John F. Kennedy School of Government John F....