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NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory To Lay Off 8% of Workforce
“While we still do not have an FY24 appropriation or the final word from Congress on our Mars Sample Return (MSR) budget allocation, we are now in a position where we must take further significant action to reduce our spending,” JPL Director Laurie Leshin wrote in a memo. “In the absence of an appropriation, and as much as we wish we didn’t need to take this action, we must now move forward to protect against even deeper cuts later were we to wait.”
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NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is laying off 570 workers
Even NASA is not immune to layoffs. The agency says it’s cutting around 530 employees from its Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in California amid budget uncertainty. That’s eight percent of the facility’s workforce. JPL is laying off about 40 contractors too, just weeks after imposing a hiring freeze and canning 100 other contractors. Workers are being informed of their fates today.
“After exhausting all other measures to adjust to a lower budget from NASA, and in the absence of an FY24 appropriation from Congress, we have had to make the difficult decision to reduce the JPL workforce through layoffs,” NASA said in a statement spotted by Gizmodo. “The impacts will occur across both technical and support areas of the Lab. These are painful but necessary adjustments that will enable us to adhere to our budget allocation while continuing our important work for NASA and our nation.”
Uncertainty over the final budget that Congress will allocate to NASA for 2024 has played a major factor in the cuts. It’s expected that the agency will receive around $300 million for Mars Sample Return (MSR), an ambitious mission in which NASA plans to launch a lander and orbiter to the red planet in 2028 and bring back soil. In its 2024 budget proposal, NASA requested just under $950 million for the project.
“While we still do not have an FY24 appropriation or the final word from Congress on our Mars Sample Return (MSR) budget allocation, we are now in a position where we must take further significant action to reduce our spending,” JPL Director Laurie Leshin wrote in a memo. “In the absence of an appropriation, and as much as we wish we didn’t need to take this action, we must now move forward to protect against even deeper cuts later were we to wait.”
NASA has yet to provide a full cost estimate for MSR, though an independent report pegged the price at between $8 billion and $11 billion. In its proposed 2024 budget, the Senate Appropriations subcommittee ordered NASA to submit a year-by-year funding plan for MSR. If the agency does not do so, the subcommittee warned that the mission could be canceled.
That’s despite MSR having enjoyed success so far. The Perseverance rover has dug up some soil samples that contain evidence of organic matter and would warrant closer analysis were NASA able to bring them back to Earth. The samples could help scientists learn more about Mars, such as whether the planet ever hosted life.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/nasas-jet-propulsion-laboratory-is-laying-off-570-workers-185336632.html?src=rss
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Jet Set Radio’s stunning spiritual successor Bomb Rush Cyberfunk launches in August
After a slight delay, the cel-shaded platformer Bomb Rush Cyberfunk finally has a release date: August 18th. It’s been a long wait for Cyberfunk after it was first announced in 2020, and to make the wait even more excruciating, the game is a spiritual successor to the dormant Jet Set Radio series. As such, you’ll be skating, dancing, and graffitiing across a colourful 3D city with a style to die for.
Persona 3 remake and Jet Set Radio reboot footage seemingly leaks online
Over the weekend, footage leaked online showing what appeared to be a shiny remake of Atlus’ Persona 3 and the next entry in Jet Set Radio, apparently making Sega the latest company to pursue the remake/reboot gold. Late last year, the publisher emphasised plans to “focus on remaking and remastering existing IPs,” although they haven’t confirmed the existence of either project yet.
Rumored Persona 3 remake and Jet Set Radio reboot footage leaks
Supposed video shows unannounced Sega and Atlus games in development
Footage of a possible Persona 3 remake and Jet Set Radio reboot has leaked
It looks like some footage from a potential Persona 3 remake and Jet Set Radio reboot have leaked online.
Right off the bat I should say that like with any leak or rumour, it’s always good to take things with a pinch of salt. But if a leak is to be believed, then some footage for a Persona 3 remake, and a new iteration of Jet Set Radio, has appeared courtesy of Twitter user akiaangelica. The user first shared footage of just Yukari from Persona 3 firing an attack at an enemy on April 4 last week, before later claiming that it came from an internal meeting at Sega Japan held in 2021.
This tweet showed off some other footage, like an earlier look at Sonic Frontiers which shows off enemies that look slightly different from those seen in the game, and a small bit of footage showing Beat from Jet Set Radio dancing. Some have noticed how Sonic Frontiers looks better from that footage compared to now, though it’s very likely this was just a target render. The Jet Set Radio footage wouldn’t be entirely unsurprising considering a report last year claimed a reboot is on the way. As noted by SegaBits, this footage lines up with some images that leaked last year, making it look like the footage is more of a test than anything concrete if real.
Today’s best deals include 37% off the ChomChom pet hair remover, an all-time low price on the Samsung Bespoke Jet vacuum, and more
We’ve rounded up the best deals we could find on March 27 — here are some of our top picks:
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BEST STREAMING DEAL: Showtime on Hulu — $3.99/month
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BEST VACUUM DEAL: Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum with all-in-one Clean Station — $360
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BEST HOME DEAL: ChomChom pet hair remover — $19.99
$31.95(save $11.96)
We’re kicking things off this week with spring cleaning deals. One of our top picks, the ChomChom pet hair remover, is 37% off for a limited time, while one of the fanciest Samsung vacuums is down to its lowest price ever. And there’s more where those came from.
We’ve already sorted out the deals worth your time and money on March 27 — all you have to do is shop. Keep on scrolling to check out our top deal picks of the day.
Best streaming deal
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Our pick: Showtime on Hulu
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Why we like it
Through April 16, Hulu users can add Showtime to their streaming account for just $3.99 per month for three months — and that’s after a free seven-day trial. Showtime is home to original series like Yellowjackets, George & Tammy, and Your Honor, as well as films like Oscar-winner Everything Everywhere All At Once. After your free trial and three-month subscription end, the Hulu add-on will auto-renew at $10.99 per month. Be sure to cancel before the end of your three-month period if you don’t want to be charged full price.
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Apple TV+ — free
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Apple Music — free
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Dashpass — free for Roku users
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Grubhub+ — free for Amazon Prime members
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HBO Max and Cinemax bundle add-on for Prime Video — $20.99/month
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SiriusXM — free
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Sling TV — $20/month
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Starz add-on for Prime Video — $1.99/month for three months
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Starz and MGM+ bundle add-on for Prime Video — $11.99/month
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YouTube TV — $62.99/month
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Microsoft 365 Family 12-month subscription + $50 Amazon gift card — $99.99
$149.99(save $50)
Best vacuum deal
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Why we like it
Still sitting at a record-low $360, the Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum with all-in-one Clean Station is an aesthetically pleasing, fancy stick vacuum with an auto-emptying dustbin that keeps you from inhaling a cloud of dust after each clean. We’re not huge fans of its absurd $900 price tag, but with this 60% discount on the misty white version, the juice is definitely worth the squeeze.
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Eufy RoboVac 25C WiFi robot vacuum — $85.99
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Samsung Jet 75 Pet cordless stick vacuum — $299.99
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Samsung Bespoke Jet cordless stick vacuum with all-in-one Clean Station — $360
$899(save $539) -
Roborock Q5+ robot vacuum — $499.99
$699.99(save $200) -
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum — $659.99
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LG CordZero auto empty cordless stick vacuum — $699.99
$999.99(save $300)
Home deals
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Our pick: ChomChom pet hair remover
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Why we like it
Not only is allergy season in full swing, but so is shedding season. That means pet hair is probably accumulating more quickly around your home. Do yourself (and your allergies) a favor and snag the ChomChom pet hair remover while it’s on sale for only $19.99 (reg. $31.95). It’s our top pick for a non-motorized pet hair remover for its ability to tackle fur on surfaces like furniture and carpet. Its minimalist design requires no power, battery, or adhesive — just a little bit of oomph as you roll the rough red fabric across hairy surfaces.
More home deals
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Tile Performance 2-pack — $49.99
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Ecobee SmartSensor for doors and windows (2-pack) — $59.99
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AeroGarden Harvest with gourmet herb seed pod kit — $79.95
$164.95(save $85) -
Ecobee SmartCamera indoor security camera — $79.99
$99.99(save $20) -
Ninja NJ601AMZ professional blender — $79.99
$99.99(save $20) -
Keurig K-Select single-serve K-Cup pod coffee maker — $79.99
$149.99(save $70) -
Arlo Essential wireless video doorbell — $99.99
$199.99(save $100) -
Breville Mini Smart toaster oven — $127.95
$179.95(save $52) -
AeroGarden Harvest Elite with gourmet herb seed pod kit — $139.95
$205.95(save $66) -
Arlo Essential spotlight camera (2-pack) — $159.99
$229(save $69.01) -
Ninja BN801 Professional Plus kitchen system — $169.99
$219.99(save $50) -
Eufy Security eufyCam 2C Pro 2-camera kit — $199.99
$319.99(save $120) -
Breville Smart Oven Pro toaster oven — $223.95
$349.95(save $126) -
Eufy Security S330 Floodlight Cam 2 Pro — $229.99
$299.99(save $70) -
Ninja IG651 Foodi Smart XL Pro 7-in-1 indoor grill/griddle combo — $239.99
$369.99(save $130) -
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro — $319.95
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Vitamix A3300 Ascent Series smart blender — $349.95
$549.95(save $200)
Health and personal care deals
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Waterpik Aquarius water flosser — $59.99
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Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 rechargeable electric power toothbrush — $129.99
$199.99(save $70) -
Coway Airmega AP-1512HHS app-enabled air purifier — $222.52
$299(save $76.48) -
Coway Airmega 400 True HEPA air purifier — $363.85
$749(save $385.15)
Audio deals
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JBL 130NC TWS earbuds — $49.95
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Sony WF-C500 wireless Bluetooth earbuds — $68
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Beats Solo3 wireless headphones — $129.99
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Google Pixel Buds Pro — $149.99
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JBL Xtreme 2 portable Bluetooth speaker — $179.99
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LG S65Q 3.1ch high-res sound bar — $196.99
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Sony SRS-XG300 X-Series portable Bluetooth party speaker — $199.99
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Bose SoundLink Revolve+ (Series II) portable Bluetooth speaker — $229
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JBL Boombox 2 portable Bluetooth speaker — $299.95
$449.95(save $150)
Computer and monitor deals
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Acer Vero BR277 27-inch full HD IPS zero-frame monitor — $139
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Samsung T35F 27-inch FHD 1080p computer monitor — $139.99
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ASUS 11.60-inch Vivobook L210 laptop (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $199.99
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Samsung 32-inch M50B FHD smart monitor — $209.99
$299.99(save $90) -
Acer Chromebook Spin 314 convertible laptop (Intel Pentium Silver N6000, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $289.99
$379.99(save $90) -
Acer Chromebook Spin 513 convertible laptop (Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c, 8GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $349.99
$459.99(save $110) -
HP Envy Desktop (Intel Core i9, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) with keyboard and mouse — $1,229.99
$1,699.99(save $470)
Apple device deals
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Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) — $89.99
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Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular, 41mm) — $429
$499(save $70) -
Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular, 45mm) — $459
$529(save $70) -
2020 MacBook Air 13-inch laptop (M1 chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $799.99
$999(save $199.01) -
2021 MacBook Pro 14-inch laptop (M1 Pro chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,599
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2021 MacBook Pro 16-inch laptop (M1 Pro chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,999
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2021 MacBook Pro 16-inch laptop (M1 Pro chip, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,199
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2021 MacBook Pro 16-inch laptop (M1 Max chip, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,799
$3,499(save $700)
Amazon device deals
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Fire TV Stick — $19.99
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Fire TV Stick 4K — $24.99
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Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $34.99
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Echo (4th Gen) — $64.99
$99.99(save $35)