A YC startup is putting $1M behind five unsolved materials science problems for AI

TechCrunch - Nov 5, 2026

Discovered Materials, a months-old YC startup that uses AI to find chip materials, is offering $200,000 for each solution to five open materials science problems.

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InteleTravel Joins ITT as Corporate Member to Expand Opportunities for Travel Advisors

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InteleTravel has joined the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) as a corporate member, with the partnership finalised at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026. The membership creates further opportunities for InteleTravel’s advisors to develop their industry knowledge and education, expand their professional networks and connect with senior leaders across the travel sector. Through partnership, InteleTravel advisors will have opportunities to attend ITT events, connecting with industry partners and peers while increasing their knowledge of the wider travel industry. With ITT expanding its regional events, the partnership will reach advisors around the country.

Tesla's flying Roadster stole the headlines... but this is the real EV behind the gravity-defying stunt you WILL be able to buy

Nov 5, 2026

Tesla's flying Roadster stole the headlines... but this is the real EV behind the gravity-defying stunt you WILL be able to buy

Even without the ability to take flight, the 'standard' EV boasts some incredibly intriguing - road-legal - technology that could help usher in a new era of battery-powered sports cars.

Op-comic: Do doctors really choose to die differently?

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Many doctors who have witnessed suffering in end-of-life care say they would not want any "heroics." But when the time comes, they might understand their patients' choices a little better.

Powered by GPT-6, Unitree humanoid robots master painting, chess without training, says CEO

Nov 5, 2026

Powered by GPT-6, Unitree humanoid robots master painting, chess without training, says CEO

Robots developed by Chinese humanoid maker Unitree Robotics can now paint pictures and play chess without any prior training, relying on frontier AI models to navigate complex physical tasks, according to founder and CEO Wang Xingxing. Speaking on Thursday at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Wang said Unitree’s machines, powered by OpenAI’s GPT-6, were capable of executing intricate robotic sequences, such as dynamically replacing brush water and blending pigments, guided...

Fireballs and a supermoon: SoCal stargazers should brace for a busy month of astronomical events

Nov 5, 2026

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SoCal stargazers can brace for a November packed with astronomical events, including the Taurids meteor showers and a close encounter between Jupiter and Mars.

A 400-year-old secret unlocked: CT scans crack the four-letter code on a brass lock recovered from a shipwreck off the coast of Wales in 1583

Nov 5, 2026

A 400-year-old secret unlocked: CT scans crack the four-letter code on a brass lock recovered from a shipwreck off the coast of Wales in 1583

For 400 years, this brass padlock has remained firmly sealed at the bottom of the sea. But scientists have finally cracked its code, solving the four-letter sequence that has kept it locked since 1583.

'Tighty whities' really do damage men's fertility: Study of 27,000 men confirms tight briefs impact sperm quality and sexual function

Nov 5, 2026

'Tighty whities' really do damage men's fertility: Study of 27,000 men confirms tight briefs impact sperm quality and sexual function

The question of 'boxers or briefs' has divided men for decades. Now, a study has finally revealed the best option for men concerned with their fertility.

Are Rice Krispies healthy? Dietician's verdict on the cereal after major recipe change - and the surprising benefit of eating a bowl before a workout

Nov 5, 2026

Are Rice Krispies healthy? Dietician's verdict on the cereal after major recipe change - and the surprising benefit of eating a bowl before a workout

The morning favourite has changed recipe, replacing grains of rice with wheat and rice flour - finely milled grains that are digested faster. But has this made them any worse for your health?

China blocks SoftBank’s US$5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division

Nov 5, 2026

China blocks SoftBank’s US$5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division

China’s state planner has told Japanese investor SoftBank it will not allow the US$5.4 billion acquisition ‌of the robotics segment of engineering group ABB to go ahead, the Swiss firm said on Thursday. The case marks the second major deal blocked by China this year after Meta Platforms was ordered to unwind its US$2 billion-plus acquisition of artificial intelligence start-up Manus. The news comes as Beijing tightens scrutiny of foreign investment in domestic start-ups that are developing...

Want to stay flu-free this winter? Take COLD showers, scientists advise

Nov 5, 2026

Want to stay flu-free this winter? Take COLD showers, scientists advise

A freezing cold shower might not be the nicest way to start the day, but scientists say it could be key to staying flu-free this winter.

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Review: The Single-Task Gadget of Our Times

Nov 5, 2026

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E-book reader sales are soaring as consumers seek technology offering respite from social media and artificial intelligence hype. It’s even better in color.

Tiny Chihuahuas Hold a Big Surprise: A Sliver of Coyote DNA

Nov 5, 2026

Tiny Chihuahuas Hold a Big Surprise: A Sliver of Coyote DNA

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