Tiny X-ray telescope could unlock the Moon's hidden chemistry

Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have used simulations to show that a small, newly developed X-ray telescope could help create a chemical map of the entire lunar surface. Such a map would be a major step toward understanding how the Moon formed, changed, and evolved over time.

Chocolate Chia Pudding

chocolate chia pudding recipe

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You’re going to love this chocolate chia seed pudding. Seriously, though! I’m always suspicious of chocolate “desserts” made with sneaky healthy ingredients like avocado or sweet potato. I can taste them, so they don’t taste like a real dessert.

Almond Flour Scones (Gluten Free)

gluten-free blueberry scones

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These scones are made with almond flour, and frankly, maybe all scones should be—whether you need them to be gluten-free or not. They’re 100 percent delicious, featuring perfectly tender insides and golden exteriors that offer a light crunch along the edges. Jammy burst blueberries, lemon zest and a light sprinkle of raw sugar take them to the next level!

Madrid 5-Day Itinerary: Culture, Gastronomy, and Local Life

The historic buildings of Madrid, Spain on a warm and sunny summer day
Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10 million people visit the city each year, and the minute you step out to explore, you’ll understand why Madrid is one of Europe’s top destinations.

The “Loop” at TED2026 — in photos | TED Blog

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Experience the “Loop” at TED2026 — in photos

At TED2026, the ideas didn’t stop when the lights came up. Between sessions, attendees raced zucchini cars down obstacle courses, watched themselves speak other languages fluently in their own voices, threw clay on pottery wheels and added to a living sculpture built from real conversations with strangers. The “Loop” — the conference’s off-stage heart — was built around this year’s “All of Us” theme, and it delivered. Sprawling and joyful, it was a reminder that the best ideas happen in the spaces between. Explore the Loop below — and don’t miss the new TED Talks from TED2026.

TED2026: All of Us — in photos | TED Blog

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From the seawall to the main stage, TED2026 in Vancouver was something else. We captured it all — the big ideas, the quiet moments backstage, the Discovery Sessions that stopped attendees in their tracks and the off-site experiences that ignited connection. Here’s a look back at the conference through the lens.

Health, wealth and AI: Day 3 of TED2026 | TED Blog

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Day 3 of TED2026 is a tour de force, exploring the history of sound on Earth, innovations in personal and public health and the cutting-edge technology shaping our future. The day’s sessions included talks curated by listening champion Julian Treasure and host of NPR’s TED Radio Hour Manoush Zomorodi.

Bold ideas, big stakes: Day 2 of TED2026 | TED Blog

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Maya Higa speaks at TED2026: All of Us on April 14, 2026, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED)

What does the future actually look like — and who gets to build it? Day 2 of TED2026 didn’t shy away from the big questions. From the promise and peril of AI to the potential of solar-powered, offline educational tools, these sessions brought together the thinkers, builders and dreamers working at the edges of what’s possible. Think of this as your backstage pass to a day that left very little unexplored.