A team of physicists has reported a new method for dynamically controlling the twist angle of moiré superlattices using light, a breakthrough described in the latest issue of Nature. The technique enables reversible “twist‑and‑untwist” operations on layered two‑dimensional materials, opening pathways for on‑demand tuning of electronic
Foxborough, Mass. — The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 27-14 on Thursday Night Football, keeping their seven‑game winning streak alive. Quarterback Mac Jones connected with rookie running back Rhamondre Henderson on three separate scoring drives, giving the Patriots a comfortable lead early in the second quarter. The
Britain's public broadcaster, the BBC, issued a personal apology to former U.S. President Donald Trump after a documentary aired an edited excerpt of his January 6, 2021 speech, which misrepresented his original remarks. The corporation said the edit was unintended and did not reflect its editorial intent.
Walmart Inc. announced on November 14, 2025 that its Board of Directors has elected John Furner, 51, to succeed Doug McMillon, 59, as President and Chief Executive Officer. The transition will take effect later this year, concluding McMillon's tenure that began in 2014. Furner joins the role after
Eating a diet high in ultra‑processed foods has been linked to a higher likelihood of developing precancerous colorectal polyps among women younger than 50, according to research published Thursday in JAMA Oncology. The study examined dietary patterns and colonoscopy results from a large cohort of adult women, finding that
A new international study has found that infection with one of the world’s most prevalent viruses may be present in virtually every case of systemic lupus erythematosus, offering the strongest evidence yet of a causal connection between the virus and the autoimmune disease. The research, conducted by a consortium
Every night on her current world tour, the pop icon known as Lady Gaga steps onto a stage designed like an opera house, emerging from beneath a 14‑foot‑high crimson gown. While the dramatic entrance captivates audiences, the performer admits that the moment she appears she feels a surge
A high‑energy solar explosion occurring roughly 92 million miles from Earth prompted Blue Origin to postpone the upcoming launch of its New Glenn heavy‑lift vehicle. The event, detected by space weather monitoring agencies, released a burst of electromagnetic radiation that interfered with ground‑based communication and navigation systems
Alexandria, Va. — Lawyers representing former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James are scheduled to appear before a federal judge on Thursday to argue that the criminal indictments filed against their clients should be dismissed. The hearing follows a series of pre‑trial motions that have
Samsung Electronics has officially unveiled the name and key specifications of its forthcoming foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, slated for a potential launch on December 5. The device joins the company’s expanding portfolio of foldable devices and represents the latest iteration in Samsung’s effort to refine the
Forecasters are warning residents of the San Francisco Bay Area to expect heavy rain and fierce winds during Thursday morning's rush hour, conditions that could disrupt travel and increase the risk of localized flooding. Roger Gass, a meteorologist with the regional weather service, explained that the approaching atmospheric
Apple rolled out the first beta of iOS 26.2 last week, adding a series of visual and functional refinements to the upcoming operating system. The update follows the company’s regular summer beta schedule and is available to developers and public testers through the Apple Developer portal. Early adopters