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Bruce Sterling
May 30, 2017 5:15 AM

There was no emergency escape plan

... when the Seals stormed the compound, except for some euros sewn into Bin Laden's underwear.

Bin Laden widow number four tells her eye-witness story

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Global AI Principles for a Better Human Workforce
Global AI Principles for a Better Human Workforce
AI could make you redundant. Here’s what you need to know.
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The Emptiest Places in the Universe Might Contain Its Best Secrets
The Emptiest Places in the Universe Might Contain Its Best Secrets
Once dismissed as empty expanses between galaxies, cosmic voids are becoming one of the most promising tools for probing the universe’s biggest mysteries.
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The Zuckerbergs Are Hiring a Lifeguard but Calling It a ‘Beach Water Person’
The job, which is associated with the Zuckerberg family office, is located in Kauai, Hawaii, where the Meta CEO owns a massive compound.
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Supercharging Immune Cells May Help Control HIV Long-Term
Supercharging Immune Cells May Help Control HIV Long-Term
CAR-T cell therapy is already a potent treatment for certain cancers. Now, a small study is showing early promise for managing HIV.
Emily Mullin
All the Fancy Measuring Devices Used in Science Rely on Two Stone-Age Techniques
All the Fancy Measuring Devices Used in Science Rely on Two Stone-Age Techniques
The many methods we use to gather data ultimately boil down to either counting or comparing.
Rhett Allain
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Maytag Promo Codes: 15% Off
Upgrade your home for less with these verified Maytag discount codes, military savings, and limited-time closeout offers on washers, dryers, and more.
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Blue Origin Rocket Explodes in Fiery Setback
Blue Origin Rocket Explodes in Fiery Setback
The detonation of the New Glenn rocket resulted in a huge fireball in Florida and may have long-term implications for the company's ambitions.
Marta Musso
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Top Vimeo Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 40% Off This June 2026
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Build a Radio Wave Detector With Balls of Aluminum Foil!
Build a Radio Wave Detector With Balls of Aluminum Foil!
Here’s how you can hack together a radio transmitter and receiver out of stuff you have at home—and explore the weirdness of wireless.
Rhett Allain
Wave Cash App’s Magic Wand to Pay for Stuff
Wave Cash App’s Magic Wand to Pay for Stuff
You can tap the star-shaped, NFC-enabled wand at terminals to make contactless payments. It's the first of several tap-to-pay hardware doodads coming from Cash App.
Boone Ashworth
Hands-On With All of Google’s New Upcoming Android XR Smart Glasses
Hands-On With All of Google’s New Upcoming Android XR Smart Glasses
Here’s your first look at smart glasses coming from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, powered by Google and Samsung’s XR platform.
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