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The Download: Ukraine’s Starlink repair shop, and predicting solar storms

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In Ukraine, Starlink plays a crucial role in maintaining communication for troops and drones in battle zones, but uncertainty looms due to geopolitical factors. Meanwhile, NASA and IBM have developed an AI model, Surya, to predict solar storms, aiding in early warnings for potential disruptions caused by solar flares. Additionally, discussions on addressing plastic waste and emissions highlight the environmental challenges posed by plastic pollution and climate change. Other tech news includes Google's AI photography advancements and China's hypersonic missile showcase.

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