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A silicon-compatible path toward scalable quantum systems

Beginning in the 1950s, silicon transformed the electronics industry by enabling smaller and faster devices that could be reliably manufactured at scale. More than six decades later, silicon-based semiconductors remain at the heart of many modern technologies, including so-called "classical" computers.

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Columbus, OH NBC4i Apr 14
Month of the Military Child: Organization helps youth reach academic success

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - As military children face challenges like frequent moving or a parent's deployment, a national organization is shining a light on those youth and helping them reach their educational goals through life's obstacles. Children of Valor is a national nonprofit organization with the mission of helping children of active-duty and veteran families [...]

Los Angeles, CA KTLA Apr 14
Photos: Pop stars, pyrotechnics and pure chaos light up Coachella's first weekend

The desert heat had competition during Coachella’s first weekend, with onstage energy turned all the way up to 11. Karol G leaned fully into spectacle, emerging from a rocky, cave-like set flanked by dancers in earth-toned warrior looks. Across the festival, artists embraced bold visuals and bigger-than-life moments, turning the Indio polo grounds into something [...]

Science Space.com Apr 14
The 10 best Stargate SG-1 episodes, ranked

Chevron seven, locked!

Chicago, IL Block Club Chicago Apr 14
Chicago Latino Film Festival Kicks Off This Week With Over 80 Films Across 12 Days

The fest opens Thursday with "It Would Be Night in Caracas" at the Landmark Century Centre Cinema in Lincoln Park. The lineup features films from more than 20 Latin American countries — including four from Chicago filmmakers.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 14
WATCH LIVE: CFTC chairman testifies before House panel amid scrutiny of prediction markets

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig is set to testify before the House Agriculture Committee on Thursday.

Chicago, IL WGN News Apr 14
It's Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's: Where to get a free scoop

The annual event began in 1979 and went nationwide in 1993.

Chicago, IL WGN News Apr 14
Gallagher Way announces 2026 summer events

CHICAGO — Gallagher Way announced their 2026 summer lineup Tuesday. The Budweiser Concert Series is back with performances by Mayday Parade, OK Go and Guster. Mayday Parade performs on May 17, Ok Go performs on June 13 and Guster performs on June 26. Here's the 2026 movie schedule. Movies are free with VIP tickets available [...]

Denver, CO CPR News Apr 14
Indie 102.3 Giveaways

Win tickets to see DeVotchKa! Drop your info below to win a pair of tickets to see DeVotchKa at The Black Sheep in Colorado Springs on 4/23. Good luck!

New York, NY Gothamist Apr 14
With 'Mad Bills to Pay,' a Bronx filmmaker debuts with a powerful portrait of young love in the borough

Joel Alfonzo Vargas' new movie is an instant New York classic. [ more › ]

Technology Electrek Apr 14
Aptera CEO shows his solar car producing more energy than his home solar

Aptera co-CEO Steve Fambro posted a data point this morning that neatly illustrates what his company has been trying to build for more than a decade: his solar electric vehicle was generating more electricity from the sun than his house was. Just after 8 a.m., Fambro said his home rooftop was producing 136 watts of solar power while the Aptera sitting outside was putting more than 300W — more than double. Obviously, this is a particular example highlighting different solar optimization strategies, but neat nonetheless. more…

New York, NY NY Post Apr 14
Porto’s to open first location with table service and full bar at Downtown Disney

A beloved Southern California bakery known for its cult-favorite pastries and Cuban comfort food is heading to the Disneyland Resort — and it's bringing some firsts with it.