{
  "id": 13500893,
  "title": "Scientists create a lightsaber-like laser antenna that transmits radio waves",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/scientists-create-a-lightsaber-like-laser-antenna-that-transmits",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-09T17:55:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ScienceDaily",
    "slug": "sciencedaily",
    "url": "https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261008005239.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Scientists have demonstrated a remarkable new antenna that resembles a lightsaber, using a laser to create a tunable beam of plasma capable of transmitting radio waves. The technology could revolutionize wireless communications by allowing antennas to change their size and direction on demand, with promising applications in satellites, radar, and space exploration.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}