Today’s topics

• New online passport renewal service

• AirTag helps investigators

• Astronauts age rapidly in space

  and more…

The S&P 500 extended its winning streak to a fourth straight record close on Thursday, as traders digested fresh data suggesting inflation pressures might be easing. The index nudged up by 0.23% to wrap up the day at 5,433.74. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq strutted its stuff, advancing 0.34% to finish at 17,667.56, also notching its fourth consecutive record close. The Dow Jones played the laggard, dipping by 65.11 points, or 0.17%, to settle at 38,647.10. It seems the Dow decided to sit out the record-breaking party this time around.

State Department introduces limited online passport renewal service. The State Department has launched a new online passport renewal service, allowing applicants to upload documents digitally instead of mailing them. This service is currently available only during specific midday windows starting at 1 p.m. Eastern time, with a daily application limit. This limited-service phase is anticipated to continue for several months, with standard processing times of six to eight weeks for applications.

Apple soars to record high (all thanks to AI). Apple reached a new pinnacle with its shares closing at a record high of approximately $207 per share on Tuesday. This surge followed the company's announcement of a significant foray into artificial intelligence (AI) at its annual developer conference on Monday. The unveiling of these AI advancements has sparked optimism among analysts, predicting increased consumer interest in upgrading to newer devices.

AirTag Saves the Day: $5 Million in Stolen Tools Found

Howard County, Maryland investigators successfully retrieved approximately 15,000 stolen construction tools valued at $5 million. The breakthrough occurred when an AirTag device tracked the tools to 12 hidden storage facilities in Elkridge, Maryland. The tools, believed to have been stolen from various locations including retail stores, businesses, vehicles, residential properties, and construction sites, were traced back to their origins thanks to a tiny Apple device.

Space Age Stress: Why Astronauts Age Faster?

Scientists are unraveling the cosmic puzzle of accelerated aging during space travel. Recent studies show astronauts experience rapid signs of aging in space, but 95% of these effects reverse within months back on Earth. In the 2021 SpaceX Inspiration4 mission, civilian astronauts orbited Earth for three days, allowing researchers to scrutinize their bodies from head to toe. Despite stress-induced aging, their physiological indicators bounced back upon their return, shedding light on the health challenges of future space exploration.

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Real-Time Viewing of Entangled Photons

Researchers from the University of Ottawa, along with scientists from Sapienza University of Rome, have achieved a major breakthrough. They captured quantum entangled photons in real-time using an advanced camera. This new technology allows scientists to see the interaction of these photons quickly, revolutionizing our understanding of interconnectedness and energy in biological and ancient medicinal practices.

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Windsurfer saved after 'HELP' signal in Santa Cruz. A stranded windsurfer in Santa Cruz County was rescued after using rocks to spell out "HELP" on a remote beach south of Davenport Landing. Despite being an experienced windsurfer, he found himself trapped on a cliffside beach, surrounded by 100-foot cliffs and a rising tide. A passing helicopter spotted the distress signal and alerted authorities, leading to a successful rescue operation.

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