SpaceX to send tourists to the space station in 2021 … for a crazy price
SpaceX is planning to launch tourism trips to the International Space Station starting in 2021, though you'll need an absurd amount of money if you want to go.
SXSW: Apple and Netflix pull out over coronavirus outbreak
Apple and Netflix have reportedly pulled out of this month’s South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, because of concerns over the coronavirus.
NASA to announce Mars 2020 rover name, here’s how to watch
The Mars 2020 rover is finally going to get a name as the space agency announces the winning suggestion from one of nine student finalists. Here's how to watch.
Boston Dynamics’ clever Handle robot gets an autonomous co-worker
Boston Dynamics' Handle robot has teamed up with a robot from Otto Motors to show how autonomous machines can collaborate to complete tasks in a warehouse.
Amazon’s same-day delivery service speeds up for some folks
Up to now, same-day delivery meant ordering before noon to get your stuff before 9 p.m. But folks in some cities will now get their items even more quickly.
Coronavirus: Google, Twitter tell some employees to work from home
More technology companies are responding to the spread of COVID-19, with Twitter telling its employees around the world to work from home if possible.
NASA offers some tips on how to become a space traveler
A new NASA video answers questions about being an astronaut. It comes as the space agency starts taking applications for its next generation of astronauts.
Boy bullied for love of books gets big surprise on Instagram
There was a happy ending for 13-year-old Callum Manning after he was mocked by fellow students for posting reviews of his favorite books on Instagram.
Self-driving wheelchairs are tootling about JFK airport in British Airways test
Built by Silicon Valley-based Whill, the vehicles are now being tested by British Airways. The rider uses a touchscreen to select destinations in the airport.
Air New Zealand unveils sleep pods for passengers in coach
Air New Zealand’s Skynest service will see six sleep pods built into planes flying its long-haul routes, giving economy passengers a break from their seats.
Walmart to trial new subscription service to take on Amazon Prime
Retail giant Walmart is gearing up to trial a new subscription service to take on Amazon Prime, though the offered perks are expected to be markedly different.
Drones are flying beneath the ground in Japan, and here’s why
In the latest example of how drones are transforming the way we work, Tokyo Metro is using a custom-built flying machine to inspect its subway tunnels.
Apple Maps expands its Street View-style imagery to 3 more cities
Apple Maps’ Street View-style feature now works for Philadelphia, Boston, and Washington D.C. Look Around launched in 2019 and already works for six other cities.
Netflix launches daily Top 10 lists so you can see what’s hot
Netflix has introduced new Top 10 lists for its streaming service. Updated daily, they include one for movies, one for TV shows, and one that combines both.
Enjoy NASA’s re-creation of Apollo 13’s moon mission in crisp 4K
A new video released ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 13 mission shows stunning moonscapes as they would've appeared to the crew during the trip.
Staples targets podcast producers with recording studios at stores
Podcast producers are being invited by Staples to produce their shows at its new in-store recording studios. It’s part of new workspaces called Staples Connect.
Alexa is listening to your chat more than you think, study suggests
A new study has shown that unintended activations of smart speakers could occur as many as 19 times a day, with the longest activations lasting up to 43 seconds.
Mars’ moons: Japan’s space agency preps pioneering mission
Japan will send a spacecraft to Mars in 20204. The mission will seek to learn more about Mars' two moons, and to bring back rock samples from one of them.
Boeing 737 Max: Debris found in some of the jets’ fuel tanks
Boeing says the discovery of debris in some 737 Max fuel tanks is “absolutely unacceptable.” It’s the latest in a series of blows for the beleaguered jet.
Boeing-backed passenger drone contest offers weird and wonderful designs
Five single-passenger drones built by teams from around the world will take part in a special “fly-off” event in California with a top prize of $1 million.
Alphabet gives up on ambitious energy-generating kite project
Alphabet has announced it’s no longer working on a venture to build energy-generating kites because it's been harder than expected to commercialize the system.
Google again removes ToTok messaging app from Play Store
Social media app ToTok, which has been accused of spying on its users, has been taken down from Google’s Play Store for the second time in two months.
