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A nova is a star that periodically sheds mass in a huge flare-up of light and energy. This week, astrophysicist Dr. Carlos Badenes from the University of Pittsburgh joins us to discuss a star that should be going nova in the next few weeks--and will be visible in the night sky for about 6-7 days! T Corona Borealis (TCrB) is a binary system comprising two stars in the constellation Corona Borealis that bursts into magnitude 2 (as seen from Earth) about every 80 years--and should do so again by mid-September! Join us.

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NASA's Perseverance rover discovers a rock on Mars that shows intriguing signs of potential ancient microbial life, sparking excitement among scientists
Starliner Update: NASA and Boeing discuss the extended mission of the Starliner spacecraft, addressing concerns and highlighting the crew's safety and productivity
Scientists uncover evidence suggesting Mercury's crust harbors a 10-mile thick diamond layer, formed by unique planetary processes
Main Topic - The Visible Nova in the Sky Near You:

T Coronae Borealis, a recurring nova located in the constellation Corona Borealis, is expected to become visible to the naked eye between now and September 2024
Novae are binary star systems where a white dwarf accumulates material from its companion star, leading to a thermonuclear runaway and a bright outburst
Supernovae, in contrast, are the explosive deaths of stars, either through the complete disruption of a white dwarf or the collapse of a massive star's core
Historical accounts of "new stars" include Tycho's Supernova (1572), Kepler's Supernova (1604), and the Crab Nebula progenitor (1054)
Dr. Badenes discusses his research on novae in nearby galaxies and the use of the Hubble Space Telescope to study the progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae
The crew explores the limits of recurring novae, the possibility of a white dwarf exploding as a Type Ia supernova, and the anticipated supernova of the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion
Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik

Guest: Carlos Badenes

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Host: Lisa Laporte

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When Roku pushed its latest OS update to TCL Roku TVs, it enabled frame interpolation to make moving objects look sharper. But it also causes the dreaded "soap-opera effect," which video purists and filmmakers hate. Worst of all, there seems to be no way to turn it off.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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What could go wrong with Gemini AI being used in live coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics? A new study using Fitbit data shows connections between sleep and diseases. What Samsung Galaxy AI features are worth using? And how AI's use in video game development is impacting the industry.

The Paris Olympics will feature Google's Gemini AI during NBCUniversal's coverage. Emily Dreibelbis wonders, in Steve Gibson's great words, "What could possibly go wrong?"
Mikah Sargent loves a good story about sleep coverage, so it's no surprise that he talks about a study using Fitbit data that uncovered connections between sleep and diseases.
Lisa Eadicicco of CNET stops by to discuss Samsung's Galaxy AI features and her favorite ones.
And finally, Brian Merchant of WIRED talks about how AI is impacting the video game industry.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Dreibelbis

Guests: Lisa Eadicicco and Brian Merchant

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When macOS Sequoia ships this fall, you'll be able to mirror — and control — your iPhone on your Mac. Now that the public beta of macOS Sequoia has shipped, Mikah Sargent shows you how to set up and use iPhone Mirroring on your Mac.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive deep into the world of HomePod and HomePod mini, revealing a treasure trove of tips and tricks. From setting alarms and using intercom features to leveraging built-in sensors and personal requests, the duo explores the full potential of Apple's smart speakers. The episode concludes with a Shortcuts Corner segment, addressing a viewer's question about customizing shortcut menu appearances.

HomePod Tips and Tricks:

Setting alarms: Using voice commands or the Home app to set and manage alarms on HomePod
Shazam integration: HomePod can identify songs playing nearby, though it doesn't save the results
Temperature and humidity sensors: Newer HomePods can measure room conditions
Intercom feature: Send voice messages to specific rooms or the entire house
Ambient sounds: Apple's remastered soundscapes for relaxation and focus
Personal requests: Access messages, reminders, calendars, and more through voice commands
"What's my update?" feature: Get a personalized morning briefing including weather, reminders, and news
Troubleshooting: Rosemary shares her experience with Siri weather responses and offers tips for resolving issues
Feedback:

A listener wants to know how to omit BBEdit from constantly showing up as a "Recent" file
Shortcuts Corner:

Custom menu images: A viewer asks how to add custom images to shortcut menus
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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