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Weather iffy for SpaceX astronaut launch
Aside from a threat of bad weather, NASA and SpaceX confirmed Monday that everything is all-systems-go for their upcoming rocket launch with two American astronauts.
Breaking Through The Glass Ceiling - A Spring For Women In Artificial Intelligence
Many women have historically seen both AI and drug discovery as predominantly male professions.
Mink pass coronavirus to humans in the Netherlands
At least two people have caught the coronavirus from mink in the Netherlands, in probably the first mink-to-human transmission cases. The risk of infection outside mink farms is "negligible," Dutch officials said.
Is the Global Fight Against COVID-19 Reducing Prejudice?
Is the global fight against the coronavirus reducing social prejudice and discrimination? Effects of the current pandemic on intergroup behavior.
Virgin Orbit’s air-launched rocket fails on first test flight
Making its first flight, a privately-funded air-launched rocket developed and built by Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed to reach space Monday after release from the company’s modified 747 carrier airplane over the Pacific Ocean.
SpaceX’s First-Ever Crewed Spacecraft To Officially Launch This Month
The momentous launch is set on 27 May 2020.
SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch breaking new ground for style | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. >> The first astronauts launched by SpaceX are breaking new ground for style with hip spacesuits, gull-wing Teslas and a sleek rocketship — all of it white with black trim.
Here Are The Parts Of The ‘Fortnite’ Map The Doomsday Countdown May Destroy For Season 3
The Fortnite Doomsday countdown is ticking down, and here's what a destroyed, flooded map could look like for season 3.
AFP has issued the United States with 98 telco data requests since 2014 | ZDNet
The Australian Federal Police said an updated regime to request communications data from overseas would be more heavily utilised.
Experts Warn Climate Change Is Already Killing Way More People Than We Record
People around the world are already dying from the climate crisis, and yet all too often, official death records do not reflect the impact of these large-scale environmental catastrophes.
Gucci, Saint Laurent seek radical redo of fashion calendars
Gucci and Saint Laurent are two of the highest profile luxury fashion houses to announce they will leave the fashion calendar behind, with its relentless four-times-a-year rhythm, shuttling cadres of
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.
Cosmic 'Ring of Fire' 11 Billion Years Ago: How did structures in early universe form?
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy -- described as a 'cosmic ring of fire' -- as it existed 11 billion years ago.
SpaceX Is About to Launch Two Astronauts Into Space in a Historic First
In the beginning, everyone was skeptical. But Elon Musk's SpaceX defied expectations - and on Wednesday hopes to make history by ferrying two NASA astronauts into space, the first crewed flight from US soil in nine long years.
Science pioneer who grew up in New Brighton dies
Wes Sandle earned international respect in the atomic physics and laser community.
A “Replication Crisis?” No, It’s Academic Demagoguery
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
US plans massive coronavirus vaccine testing effort to meet year-end deadline
The project will compress what is typically 10 years of vaccine development and testing into a matter of months, testimony to the urgency to halt a pandemic that has infected more than 5 million people
SpaceX overcame parachute, thruster problems in Crew Dragon development
To get a new, state-of-the-art spacecraft ready to carry astronauts, SpaceX and NASA had to overcome problems with a technology more than a century old.
A new critically endangered frog named after 'the man from the floodplain full of frogs'
A new species of a criticallyendangered miniaturized stump-toed frog of the genus Stumpffia found in Madagascar is named Stumpffia froschaueri after ''the man from the floodplain full of frogs'', Christoph Froschauer.
HTV supply ship successfully berthed at space station
The last of Japan’s current series of HTV cargo freighters arrived at the International Space Station Monday with a fresh set of lithium-ion batteries, ready for installation on the research lab’s solar power truss after the scheduled docking of a two-man crew on a SpaceX Dragon spaceship later this week.
Former NASA Engineer, Mark Rober, Builds 'Ninja Warrior' Obstacle Course to Get Rid of Thieving Squirrels
Former NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Mark Rober has spent most of his time creating videos on YouTube that focus on exploring engineering concepts and science through a bunch of fun experiments.
Arthur Wint should be more than a footnote to the Jamaican people
Had he been alive, Dr Arthur Wint would have celebrated 100 years on planet earth today and what a wonderful celebration that would have been for a man who had accomplished so much. Each year at about...
Students doing Oxford exams on videolink from their bedrooms complain that invigilators and tutors should NOT be allowed to see their ‘private space’
Oxford University's Faculty of Classics confirmed that exams would be taken over Microsoft Teams. All invigilators will undergo a mandatory 'camera sweep of the room' before the test starts.
Premier League Restart Date Could Be Set This Week as Clubs Return to Contact Training
A date for the Premier League's return could be set this week, with clubs poised to give the go ahead for phase two of training on Wednesday. Top-flight sides...
Brace for long battle as new swarms of locusts fly into S. Sudan: UN agency
The surge may not be controlled by June.
Society over self
"What did other Asian countries do right, and what are we doing wrong?" Addressing elder siblings as “ate” and “kuya” makes clear the importance of family relationships among Filipinos. In fact, one could say that a Filipino is born into a home defined by one’s filial responsibilities, in contrast to the Western emphasis on individuality and personal freedom.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
After managing to contain an outbreak of the new coronavirus which infected more than 11,000 people and killed 267, South Korea is slowly transitioning from intensive social distancing rules towards what the government calls
Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit Fails With First Rocket Launch After ‘Anomaly’ - But Is Already Preparing To Try Again
Virgin Orbit, a small satellite company that hopes to launch rockets to space from the wing of a plane, failed in its attempt to launch for the first time today – but says it is already building its next rocket to try again.
'Docs could turn super-spreaders'
The letter to HC reveals how Covid patients are not isolated, leading to patients carrying each other's viral load; no PPE kit, mask or gloves are provided in n
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA: COVID-19 has revealed Africa's strengths
The continent's experience with communicable diseases such as Ebola and TB has put it in a strong position to deal with COVID-19.
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to high risk for researchers, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Scientists used a drone for a series of repeated survey flights with optical and thermal imaging cameras at the Santa Maria volcano in Guatemala. A regular and systematic survey of dangerous volcanoes with drones seems to be close.
‘Significant Advance’ In Detecting Small, Early-Stage Tumors On MRIs
Researchers celebrate creation of a new technique to pinpoint cancer.
Panchkula devises research strategy to check community spread: What were its findings?
Even though Panchkula has been able to contain its cases, the need to devise a method to check the population was pertinent as the district’s borders mingles with neighbouring UT and other districts, where the number of COVID-19 cases have been rising.
Google’s SMS replacement to get end-to-end encryption
Google Messages is reportedly working on end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, according to 9to5Google.
Truth, with strings attached
Why would anyone want to find a proof that the Earth is flat? Why the effort?
A DIY Electronics Lab You Can Show Off With Pride
It’s hardly a secret that getting into a serious electronics habit can be detrimental to your bank account. A professional grade lab is simply unobtainable for many a tinkerer, and even mid-r…
SpaceX brings renewed expectations to crewed space exploration
Americans were not meant to sit on their hands with their feet up on the coffee table. Our forebears of more than 10 generations took leaps of faith -- some by ship, some by foot and some by airplane
OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Sample Collection Set for October 20th
After more than a decade of work and much anticipation, the University of Arizona-led OSIRIS-REx mission will swipe a sample from the asteroid Bennu's rocky surface on Oct. 20 from the Nightingale sample site.
Aging In Place? A Check-In Device May Increase Safety And Security
Older adults who are aging in place can augment their level of safety and security by using a check-in device. The old-style devices had a button to press. Today you can use an app on your smart phone
Will A Tropical Weather System Delay Historic SpaceX Astronaut Launch This Week?
Will weather cooperate for the historic SpaceX launch carrying astronauts to space this week? Here's the latest.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Flashback: Govt insensitive to the people's health - Prof Badu Akosa
Ghana's failure to implement a ban on public smoking has placed non-smokers under serious health risk, this, the former Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Professor Agyeman Badu Akosa describes as insensitive on the part of the government.
Stormy weather puts damper on SpaceX's 1st astronaut launch
Stormy weather is threatening to delay SpaceX’s first astronaut launch.
No, Software Still Can’t Grade Student Essays
Robo-grading would be swift, cheap, and consistent. The only problem after all these years is that it still can’t be done.
When It Comes To College Sports, June Is More Important Than September
This June is a month unlike any other one in the history of higher education; this June, the decision whether to go online, in person, or some hybrid/flex combination will be solidified.
First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
What Time Is The SpaceX Launch? How To Watch Wednesday’s NASA-SpaceX ‘Launch America’ From Home
Here's the SpaceX launch time as two US astronauts launch to the International Space Station (ISS) from US soil, and on a US rocket. This is where and when to watch history being made.
Astronomers Just Found an Extremely Rare 'Ring of Fire' Galaxy in The Early Universe
In the early days of the Universe, 10.8 billion years ago, astronomers have just found a galaxy wearing the battlescars of a cosmic brawl. It's not a blob or disc of stars, like most galaxies, but a giant doughnut - with a huge hole punched right t
The Event Horizon Of Truth
Whatever happens beyond an event horizon cannot be seen, and in many ways this can serve as an apt metaphor for how our seemingly infinite access to information is actually drowning us in a sea of misinformation right now, along with facts, breaking news, conspiracy theories and the like.
The launch of SpaceX's rocket Falcon Heavy on June 25, 2019
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. -- commonly known as SpaceX -- is slated to send two astronauts into space on Wednesday. Fortunately the fourth launch -- that was the last money that we had -- the fourth launch worked, or that would have been it for SpaceX. Born in South Africa, Musk immigrated
Covid-19 lockdown: For North East workers in Goa, a struggle for dignity and dreams of home
A Hobson’s choice: stay back in Goa and survive on hand-outs or make the long, hard journey back?
Milestones of US human spaceflights
PARIS, May 25 — Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. First American in space On April 12, 1961, the United States is upstaged by the Soviet Union, when...
TSA changes security procedures in response to COVID-19
Keep your boarding pass and separate food, the TSA says.
Retired wing commander and wife adopt giraffe; yet to meet their 'baby'
Both Athri and his wife are yet to see their “baby”, at the zoo where authorities encourage people to adopt animals.
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
Alan Shepard, first US astronaut to travel to space, being collected by helicopter after his landing in the Atlantic Ocean on May 5, 1961
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. Less than a month later, on May 5, American Alan Shepard carries out a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard Mercury, launched
‘Biodiversity protection key to post-COVID-19 recovery’
In a bid to recover greener and better planet for the people, the Minister of State for Environment, Mrs Sharon Ikeazor has stressed the need for stakeholders in the sector and Nigerians to stay on track with the climate targets.
Premier says anyone who wants a COVID-19 test will be able to get one
TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
Crowdfunding projects help virus-hit businesses in Japan
Fundraisers in crowdfunding plans often provide donors with meal discount tickets and premium accommodation vouchers.
Alphabet's drone delivery service Wing has made 'thousands' of deliveries in Australia during the pandemic
Drone delivery service Wing has seen an uptick in use during the coronavirus pandemic.
Realme China event today: Realme X50 Pro Player Edition, X3 SuperZoom, TV, Watch, Buds Air Neo, and more to launch
Realme is hosting an event in China where as many as eight products are expected to launch.
South African mine closes after over 100 workers test positive for COVID-19
The 4km-deep mine will now be deep-cleaned.
Insider Trading? OmiseGo (OMG) Surges 200% Just 15 Minutes after Coinbase Listing, but then Crashes Immediately
San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase began supporting trading with OmiseGo (OMG) on May 21, 2020. The OMG token price surged 200% in only 15
Realme India event today: Realme Watch, Realme TV, and Buds Air Neo to launch
Realme is also hosting another event in China to launch five additional products other than the three in India.
South China Sea Watch
A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple territorial disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons. China’s foreign minister is dismissing claims that the country is exploiting the coronavirus outbreak to expand its footprint
Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ renders leak, show off new design and 6.9-inch display
While the new CAD-based renders do bring some surprises, they do overall appear to show a design that borrows heavily from the Galaxy S20 series.
Worth their salt: Skoltech and MIPT researchers report first case of hexagonal NaCl
Skoltech and MIPT scientists have predicted and then experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal thin films of NaCl on a diamond surface. These films may be useful as gate dielectrics for field effect transistors in electric vehicles and telecommunication equipment.
Online Exams Without Cheating? New Tech by IIT Bhubaneswar May Have Cracked the Code
The system uses a virtual examination hall, actual invigilators, question paper distribution online and submission/reception of soft copies of answer books
Evidence shows cloth masks may help against COVID-19
The international research team examined a century of evidence including recent data, and found strong evidence showing that cloth and cloth masks can reduce contamination of air and surfaces.
Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle
An international team of scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.
There is no escaping from climate change, even in the deep sea
Even though the deeper layers of the ocean are warming at a slower pace than the surface, animals living in the deep ocean are more exposed to climate warming and will face increasing challenges to maintain their preferred thermal habitats in the future.
Title: Two-dimensional MXene as a novel electrode material for next-generation display
Researchers in the US and Korea reported the first efficient flexible light-emitting diodes with a two-dimensional titanium carbide MXene as a flexible and transparent electrode. This MXene-based light-emitting diodes (MX-LED) with high efficiency and flexibility have been achieved via precise interface engineering from the synthesis of the material to the application (Advanced Materials,2020, 2000919).
A nice day for a quantum walk
Scientists at Osaka University initiated a quantum random walk by shining lasers on a row of trapped ions. They showed that the observed locations of vibrations spreading out over time matched the predictions of quantum mechanics. This work may help elucidate unresolved questions in quantum chemistry and biology.
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at UC Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.
Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy -- described as a 'cosmic ring of fire' -- as it existed 11 billion years ago.
Development of electrode material improving the efficiency of salinity gradient energy
Dr. Jeong Nam-Jo of Korea Institute of Energy Research(KIER) Marine Energy Convergence and Integration Research Team developed synthesis technologies of electrode material that can directly synthesize molybdenum disulfide thin films on the electrode current collector surface to contribute improving the efficiency and economic feasibility of salt gradient power generation using reverse electrodialysis.
Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom
Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction.
Data of 29 million Indian job seekers leaked to the dark web
As more and more people have been stuck home due to the post Covid-19 lockdowns, the instances of cybercrime for data theft have been increasing.
Flashback: The Telford & Wrekin Council flag dispute that refused to die down
2003. A rumbling row in Telford in the early years of the new millennium was sending some folk up the pole.
Westpac's lagging view of credit risk 'challenging'
Controversial review of Westpac systems found its inability to generate timely and granular commercial property risk data a particular problem.
China denies using Coronavirus to grow presence in South China Sea
China’s foreign minister is dismissing claims that the country is exploiting the coronavirus outbreak to expand its footprint in the South China Sea, labeling such accusations as “sheer nonsense.”
COVID-19 Side-Effect: CDC Warns Rats Might Be More Aggressive During Pandemic; Rodent's Urine Can Cause Food-Borne Illnesses
CDC warned the public that rats might be more aggressive during the pandemic. Food-borne illnesses can be spread by rodents' urine, especially to children.
Glenmuir High doubles efforts to help COVID-19 affected families
GLENMUIR HIGH School in Clarendon has merged efforts with donors, locally and overseas, to assist some families affected by the novel coronavirus. The disease has infected over five million people worldwide, caused over 300,000 deaths, and has had...
Unis warned to stop hoarding academics' IP for revenue
Universities need to stop treating academics as ATM machines if Australia is to have any chance of maintaining its lead in quantum computing, leading scientist says.
Monash, Swinburne, and RMIT universities use optical chip to achieve 44Tbps data speed | ZDNet
Claimed as the fastest internet speed that has been tested and recorded in the world.
Mumbai faces shortage of medical staff, hospital beds as coronavirus cases rise to 30,359; city records one-fifth of infections in India
Mumbai’s municipal authority said it had ordered public officials to take control of at least 100 private hospital beds in all 24 zones in the city of almost 20 million people to make more beds available for coronavirus patients.
How investment in nature can help the North's economy recover after lockdown
Natural assets are one of the North's greatest strengths, says IPPR North
When is the German IFO survey and how it could affect EUR/USD?
The German IFO survey for May is due for release later today at 0800 GMT. The headline IFO Business Climate Index is seen firmer at 78.3 versus 74.3 p
Huawei announces CableFree, a new breakthrough in 5G Antenna technology
Earlier this week, Huawei announced a new breakthrough in its 5G networking field. The company unveiled CableFree, which is a new antenna design for its 5G base stations. The new development has improved various aspects regarding the 5G base station antennas. Its radiation efficiency, integration, and power capacity have been upgraded, marking a new stage …
Between two devils: Why hospitals must act fast to prevent health worker deaths from Covid-19
A new investigative report details the rapid spread of the coronavirus disease in St Augustine’s Hospital in Durban, and how it could have been prevented.
Tests for all who want them
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto park a day earier.
Big 'atmospheric river' wallops Western Australia, heads east
The once-in-a-decade storm event battering and soaking large areas Western Australia sourced much of its moisture from a so-called "atmospheric river" that continues to head eastwards.
Strange disease kills 11 in Rivers community
Chukwudi Akasike and Sampson Itode At least, 11 persons have reportedly died of a strange disease in the Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. Two of those who died as a result of the stra...
Updated Metroid Prime Trilogy Nintendo Switch Listing Suggests an Unexpected Release Next Month
An updated Metroid Prime Trilogy Nintendo Switch listing suggests that Nintendo is gearing up to release the trilogy as early as next month.
Immunity passports could help end lockdown, but they come with risks
If you’ve recovered from the coronavirus, can you go back to work? Goverments are considering this question - and answering it with immunity passports.
SARS-CoV-2 is uniquely adapted to infect humans
The novel coronavirus pandemic has sparked much debate on its origin, with some suggesting it may have been laboratory-grown. Previous studies, however, mentioned that it is zoonotic in nature, which means that the virus jumped from wild animals and found its way to humans.
Called 'Tianwen', the Chinese mission will put a probe into orbit around Mars and land a rover to explore and analyse the planet's surface
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an effort to catch up with
NASA and SpaceX Confirm SpaceX's First Ever Astronaut Launch is a 'Go'
NASA and SpaceX are closer than ever to a moment both have been preparing for since the beginning of the Commercial Crew program in 2010. SpaceX's Falcon 9 and Crew Dragon spacecraft are now set to fly with NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken onboard, making a trip to the International Space...
'Atmospheric river' 2000km long wallops Western Australia, heads east
The phenomenon has brought winds up to 185km/h at an altitude of 1500m, and rain to the normally parched Pilbara.
No break for nature? Here’s how Covid-19 crisis is harming the world’s forests
Trees are more likely to be felled for food and fuel as a third of the world’s population still depend on wood to cook. The Covid-19 lockdown could exacerbate this.
SpaceX reaches for a milestone in spaceflight
On 27 May, two US astronauts are planning to launch from the Kennedy Space Centre on a mission to the International Space Station. What’s remarkable is they will not be launched by Nasa but by a private company.
Green blooms: Patches of Antarctica’s snow is turning green with algae due to global warming
When the algae bloom in a large area simultaneously, it turns the snow bright green and it can be spotted from space.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
Called 'Tianwen,' the Chinese mission will put a probe into orbit around Mars and land the robotic rover to explore and analyze the surface.
Possibilities of Forms for Molding Exposed Concrete
When choosing a surface for exposed concrete, what interferes most for the final result is the formwork used. And there is a world of possibilities.
3 reasons why India's current Covid-19 strategy should change
Combating Covid-19 is like fighting a war. And, wars are won with up-to-date strategy. Fresh researches on coronavirus tell that India's Covid-19 strategy must change.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface
SpaceX ready for defining moment with first humans on rocket
For a nation scarred by the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus and slowly emerging from stay-home orders, the SpaceX launch will be a chance to look skyward.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Milestones of US human spaceflights
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years.
How Singapore, India are contributing to a coronavirus vaccine race
Singapore has started to re-open some but limited businesses and social activities ahead of the official "circuit breaker" end date of June 1
OnePlus' TWS Earphones Will Be Called 'OnePlus Buds'
OnePlus is planning to announce its first pair of TWS earphones soon. Those TWS earphones will be called the OnePlus Buds, it seems. This information
Possibilities of Forms for Molding Exposed Concrete
When choosing a surface for exposed concrete, what interferes most for the final result is the formwork used. And there is a world of possibilities.
COVID-19 cases in Nigeria double almost every week — but there is good news
Cases of COVID-19 have at least doubled almost every week since the outbreak of the disease in Nigeria back in February, TheCable
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
BEIJING, May 25 — China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project ...
NASA astronauts will test new SpaceX capsule, execute spacewalks
ORLANDO, Fla., May 25 (UPI) -- Astronauts heading to space from U.S. soil for the first time in nine years will test SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule and perform spacewalks on the International Space Station.
6 coronavirus vaccine developments from Israel to watch
Israeli companies and academies are working feverishly to invent effective inoculations against SARS-CoV-2.
Bushfire conditions to worsen in future
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event. The cor...
Statement By 5G-free New Zealand Coalition
Regarding the recent damage to cellular phone towers, the 5G-FREE NEW ZEALAND group wishes to state clearly that we do not encourage or condone actions of violence or vandalism.
Plans for retirement village on former landfill site rejected
Plans to build dozens of retirement homes on a former landfill site have been unanimously thrown out by councillors.
Zoya brings out the emotional side of a wildlife conservationist working in the heart of India
It was in a trip as part of his college’s nature club in 2007 when filmmaker Sahirr Sethhi, 32, first visited Kanha and Bandhavgarh tiger reserves. “Not only did I learn more about tiger conservation, but also those who dedicate their lives to save the tiger,” he says.
Chickens Lay Eggs With Green Yolk On Indian Farm
A chicken farmer from Malappuram, India identified as Ak Shihabudheen has confirmed that some of his poultry lay eggs with green egg yolks.
Doctors in London hospitals are using headsets from Microsoft to reduce the amount of staff coming into contact with COVID-19 patients, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Doctors found they were able to reduce the number of staff coming into COVID contact by 80% using the HoloLens headsets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Express & Star comment: Uncertain future for universities
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
High-spec equipment will allow Ninewells Hospital to double testing capacity
Ninewells Hospital has doubled its coronavirus testing capacity after new equipment was delivered from South Korea.
‘We can get it done here’: Africa’s tech scene tackles coronavirus
Watching from afar as much of the world was brought to its knees by the coronavirus, Africa's scientists, engineers and innovators.
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
OTTAWA - The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and
Doctors in London hospitals are using headsets from Microsoft to reduce the amount of staff coming into contact with COVID-19 patients
Doctors found they were able to reduce the number of staff coming into COVID contact by 80% using the HoloLens headsets.
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
OTTAWA — The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks. Dr.
2022 Mercedes SL Design To Take After The Original 300 SL Gullwing
Daimler's design chief, Gorden Wagener, has disclosed some preliminary details about how the next SL's appearance will be inspired by its stunning ancestor.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON — The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards customers.
QF member’s fast track-research funding program boosts Qatar’s fight against COVID-19
Research projects designed to help children with Autism learn from home, enforce quarantine measures, and safeguard the mental health of healthcare workers are among those to be supported through a new, streamlined funding call launched by Qatar National Research Fund to help Qatar combat COVID-19.
Workplace bullying costs economy €239m per year
NUI Galway study finds that bullying is more prevalent in public sector than the private
Foldable Glass in Smartphones: Inevitable Future or a Passing Fad?
What is the future of foldable phones? We’ve been hearing about how flexile displays would be the future of smartphones … Foldable Glass in Smartphones: Inevitable Future or a Passing Fad? Read More »
Shropshire Star comment: Universities facing uncertain future
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
Production on the Apple AirPods Studio has reportedly already started
The production lines have reportedly started whirring to bring the over-ear Apple headphones to market.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
The United Arab Emirates plans to launch the first Arab probe to the Red Planet on July 15
China's space programme targets July launch for maiden mission to Mars
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project…
Obinwanne Okeke to plead guilty for $11 million US fraud
Obinwanne Okeke also known as Invictus Obi has indicated wish to plead guilty for the $11 million fraud he is being tried for in the United States (US).
Government gives green light for return of contact training
Stage two guidelines allow for close-contact training for elite athletes under carefully controlled medical conditions.
EU ‘Green’ Agenda Calls For Eating Bugs To Save the Planet
Urges that environmental goals “will not happen without a shift in people’s diets.”
Coronavirus: Bournemouth star tests positive ahead of Premier League resumption next month
Coronavirus might force the return of Premier League to be delayed. Bournemouth star is the latest to contract the virus after the club carried out second test.
US virus tracking: a patchwork of apps, human tracers
Privacy activists are divided on the tradeoffs of mobile technology for virus tracking.
Here are the milestones of US human spaceflights
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. On April 12,
Perth woman appears in video for virtual Chelsea Flower Show with lily collection
A Perth woman's fascination with flowers features in a new video made as part of this year's virtual Chelsea Flower Show.
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, a top researcher said Monday.
OPINION | Africa Day: A continent united in its battle against Covid-19
There are a few examples that show that African institutions of higher learning and many other organisations can play their part in collectively helping fellow Africans face the pandemic head-on, writes Nico Elema.
NASA should beware of viruses from outer space
As the space agency prepares to bring home Martian soil samples, it needs to update its planetary-protection rules — and soon.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders suggest a slightly bigger screen and much bigger camera bump
Samsung’s Note series has always been about superlative specs and design. New renders of the Note 20 Plus based on leaked CAD drawings suggest 2020 will be no difference. The renders show the same beautiful screen, with a bigger camera bump on the rear of the device.
Government inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a ‘one-off event’
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday
BSEB Bihar Board matric results on May 26
Education News: Finally, the D-day has arrived. The fate of lakhs of studnets, who wrote their Class X papers from Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), would be dec
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
More than 100 candidate vaccines are currently in various stages of development around the world, at least 8 of which are in clinical trials with humans, according to the World Health Organization
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
Tokyo: A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
Beijing: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Four strategies for rapid innovation during a crisis
The Covid-19 crisis has induced a sense of urgency for product innovations. As a vaccine or drug for the disease remains many months away, there is a surge in demand for ventilators, testing kits, pro
Fancy more social isolation? Nasa seeks volunteers to be locked up in a Russian lab for eight months simulating missions to Mars and the Moon
In a nod to the current virus pandemic, the space agency is on the hunt for volunteers for a 'social isolation' mission that simulates the psychological effects of confinement.
What is the 2,000-year-old brown mystery liquid found in ancient Chinese tomb? Scientists test substance found buried with warrior and his sword in 221BC
Researchers with the Sanmenxia Archaeology Institute in Central China's Henan Province announced the discovery of the intact grave on May 21.
Realme X3 SuperZoom's new teasers confirm specifications ahead of launch
The teasers not only revealed how the Realme X3 looks but also revealed its processors, display, and many more.
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
Recent research showed that people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems. President Trump has said he is taking the drug to protect against the coronavirus.
Three women a week killed by domestic violence during lockdown
The number of women killed by domestic violence has risen to three a week during lockdown, it has been revealed.
Oxford University Covid-19 vaccine trial has 50% chance of 'no result'
The University of Oxford last week announced that the advance human trial of the vaccine will involve up to 10,260 volunteers across the UK
On this day: John F Kennedy pledges that the US would have a man land on the moon
Fifty-nine years ago today, on May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy gave a historic speech to a joint session of Congress that would set the United States on a course to land on the moon. Kennedy called for an ambitious space exploration program, including not only missions but to put astronauts on the moon...
NASA is looking for participants to isolate in a Russian lab for 8 months
NASA is seeking U.S. citizens for an eight-month study on social isolation in preparation for missions to Mars and the moon. The research is being done to study the effects of isolation and confinement as participants work to complete simulated space missions.
Rocket arrives as China targets July for Tianwen-1 Mars mission launch
China is gearing up to launch its Tianwen-1 Mars mission following the delivery of a Long March 5 launch vehicle to Wenchang launch center.
Visionary Science Takes More Than Just Technical Skills
The ability to come up with truly revolutionary ideas is crucial—and extremely rare
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule.
West Ham could step up training later this week after Premier League vote
The Hammers are currently in Phase One of their return but could move to Phase Two if it is voted through on Wednesday
German Startup Creates Ocean Platform to Generate Power from Waves, Wind, and Solar
A German startup has created a prototype of an impressive hybrid ocean platform that can harness power from wind, waves, and solar separately as well as all together.
Slack's new app just fixed problems with both Android 10 and curved screens
After having one of the worst experiences for users on Android 10 or with curved screens, Slack's latest update is a shining example of what all developers should do with their apps.
US CDC warns of ‘aggressive’ rats searching for food during shutdowns
Humans are not the only ones who miss dining out.
Coronavirus does not spread easily on surfaces: CDC
Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention making the rounds this week on the internet are clarifying what we know about the transmission of the coronavirus, a New York Times report stated.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards customers.
SpaceX’s first astronaut launch breaking ground with new look: ‘It is really neat’
The first astronauts launched by SpaceX are breaking new ground for style by unveiling hip spacesuits, gull-wing Teslas and even a sleek rocketship with a black and white trim.
Dodge closes Caravan order books at the end of this month
FCA will close the order books on the long-serving Dodge Grand Caravan minivan at the end of the month, with production set to end shortly thereafter.
IBM and Google battle for quantum supremacy in computing
Two giants of quantum computing slug it out, politely.
Thailand enters race for Covid-19 vaccine
At least eight vaccines are in clinical trials with humans
New COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help medical professionals respond to infected patients faster
UAE's COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help doctors respond to coronavirus patients faster
JEE Main, NEET 2020 admit card, exam timing details revealed by NTA
For NEET, NTA had earlier extended the last date to make corrections in applications. As per an IE report, HRD Ministry had also asked the NTA to double the number of test centres so that one can maintain the social distancing norms.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S.—aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule.
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here's everything we know about Apple's next high-end iPhones so far
Apple's iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max are expected to come with larger displays, a Lidar sensor for augmented reality, and a new design.
COVID-19: S’Korean cafe hires robots to serve coffee amid social distancing
A cafe in South Korean has hired robots to serve coffee as part of efforts to enforce physical distancing as the world continues battling COVID-19.
Robot barista helps South Korean cafe with social distancing
A new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way toward customers.
NPD report shows this April had record console sales for the month in the US
It looks like COVID 19 has led to some breaking sales for the video games industry during the month of April in the US, a point at which lockdown measures were in full effect across the country. In th
Does MRI have an environmental impact?
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have surveyed the amount of gadolinium found in river water in Tokyo. Gadolinium is contained in contrast agents given to patients undergoing medical magnetic ...
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here’s everything we know about Apple’s next high-end iPhones so far
It’s not unusual for Apple to release more than one version of its latest iPhone. But this year’s rumored iPhone 12 is expected to come in a whopping four different variants, compared to previous years when Apple would launch two or three versions of its newest smartphone.
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here's everything we know about Apple's next high-end iPhones so far, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Apple's iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max are expected to come with larger displays, a Lidar sensor for augmented reality, and a new design.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Building bricks from plastic waste
Revolutionary 'green' types of bricks and construction materials could be made from recycled PVC, waste plant fibers or sand with the help of a remarkable new kind of rubber polymer discovered by Australian ...
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to the difficult accessibility and the high risk of collapse or explosion, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Researchers around Edgar Zorn from the ...
Medieval cemetery discovered under a Berlin car park reveals its original residents’ lives were plagued by conflict, disease and poor diets
The remains were unearthed in Petriplatz, near the former St Peter's Church in the town of Colln. Buried between 1047 and 1299 AD, they showed signs of scurvy and tuberculosis.
Coroner warns more babies could die after one-year-old girl was strangled to death by blind cord next to her cot
Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became caught in the looped cable at her parents' home in Hackney, North London. Pictured is an example of a looped cable.
Increase in area of kuruvai cultivation expected
The Agriculture Department anticipates an increase of over 5,000 hectares (ha) in the total area of kuruvai cultivation in Thanjavur district this year.Last year, the shutters of Stanley Reservoir wer
IIT Bhubaneswar Develops Technology To Make Online Testing Easier
IIT Bhubaneswar has developed a new technology to make it easier to conduct online testing. It will be equipped with a virtual exam hall and invigilators.
Apple’s Next-Gen AirPods Could Feature Light Ambient Sensors to Extend Health-Related Features
In the next 1-2 years, new Apple AirPods could incorporate light ambient sensors, opening a door for new health-related features
Depicting the pollution path between stratosphere and troposphere
Most studies on stratosphere and troposphere exchange (STE) are carried out using model simulations. A new study conducted by Chinese researchers directly revealed the phenomenon through in-situ-measured ...
44Tbps is officially the world's fastest internet speed
Researchers record fastest internet speed ever using a micro-comb.
Do political beliefs affect social distancing?
Experts say voluntary physical distancing in the United States was essential to slowing the spread of COVID-19 in the early days and weeks of the pandemic, even before such measures were mandatory. A ...
Australia's life expectancy stagnates, inequality widens
Growing socioeconomic and geographical inequalities are contributing to a stagnation of Australian life expectancy, new research published in Australian Population Studies shows.
Preventing infectious swine disease spread with field-based portable device
The impact of swine diseases and other livestock disease outbreaks extends beyond animal sickness and mortality in a highly interconnected world, causing major problems. Following the initial disease ...
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
A researcher leading Thailand's push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand's government announced last week its plans to have a vaccine ready for deployment
Tobacco ban under court scrutiny this week
The fight for the sale and distribution of tobacco is set to continue in the courts this week after president Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that tobacco would remain banned under level three of lockdown, which starts next Monday.
Do doctors have an uncircumscribed duty to serve?
If doctors have a duty to provide care then what about the value of reciprocity: does society not have a duty to support those who assume the burden to buttress the public good?
Italy to recruit army of 60,000 volunteers to enforce social distancing rules
Italy wants to recruit an army of 60,000 volunteers to help enforce social distancing rules, amid fears that a second wave of infections could be looming. The volunteers would not have any policing powers but would patrol piazzas, parks, playgrounds, markets, bar areas and beaches, asking people not
Bushfire royal commission: ‘Black Summer’ not just a one-off
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event.
Early genome sequencing in India shows dominant Covid-19 strain matches global patterns
This subtype, called A2a, also shows a larger prevalence across the globe — crucial information for vaccine development and disease monitoring from Calcutta’s National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBG).
The 12 questions earth scientists should ask in the next 10 years
The National Science Foundation should invest in new initiatives, partnerships and infrastructure to answer 12 priority research questions relevant to society in the next decade, according to a new report ...
Coronavirus outbreak: Govt develops 'intelligent testing strategy' to check spread across states
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is continuously scaling up its testing facilities for COVID-19 by giving approval to government and private laboratories
A model that estimates tactile properties of surfaces by analyzing images
The ability to estimate the physical properties of objects is of key importance for robots, as it allows them to interact more effectively with their surrounding environment. In recent years, many robotics ...
Monster Hunter: World Iceborne's rocky PC launch still haunts its Steam reviews
I love Monster Hunter: World. I've spent hundreds of hours in it between both the Xbox One and PC versions. Ever since the PC version launched, I never looked back to the Xbox version, despite it being constantly ahead on content until rece...
UFC: Stricter coronavirus testing on tap for return to Las Vegas
The UFC will have stricter coronavirus testing measures in place as the promotion gets set for its return to Las Vegas this weekend.
ELASTIC software architecture advances urban mobility in Florence
Current trends in the field of big data analytics in the context of smart cities show a need for original software ecosystems upon which advanced mobility functionalities can be developed. These new architectures ...
UFC: Stricter coronavirus testing on tap for return to Las Vegas
The UFC will have stricter coronavirus testing measures in place as the promotion gets set for its return to Las Vegas this weekend.
How SpaceX and NASA are launching astronauts into space during a pandemic
Kennedy Space Center is closed to the public for the launch
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
BANGKOK, May 25 — A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand’s government announced last week its plans to have a...
Locust swarms reach MP, farmers brace for pain in kharif season
India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon
Could theorized Planet 9 be a primordial black hole? Researchers propose method to find out
There are eight classical planets in our solar system, from speedy Mercury to distant Neptune. There are also numerous dwarf planets, such as Pluto and Ceres. While we continue to find more dwarf planets, ...
COVID-19 pandemic unites Canadians like no other event in recent history: study
Researchers from McGill University and the University of Toronto have found that Canadians of all political beliefs understand the severity of the virus and the importance of working to limit its spread.
CDC warns of aggressive cannibal rats facing shortage of garbage to eat
Officials say rats have resorted to open warfare and eating their young as closures reduce edible waste * Coronavirus – latest global updatesThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned of “unusual or aggressive” behavior in American rats as a consequence of more than two months of human
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be “a temporary pause” on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical trial.
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
BANGKOK (Reuters) - A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally.
Huawei could release the first under screen camera smartphone
The mobile phone industry has experienced a rapid change in several ways but one which stands out among the pack is the display bezels. OEMs have adopted various measures to trim down the bezels around the display screen in order to give an immersive viewing experience and improve aesthetics. One component that has made maintaining …
Govt inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a 'one-off event'; Warns frequency of events 'increasing'
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday, with a stark warning that such disasters would become longer and
Nearly three-fourths of professionals prefer Work From Home option
Around 7 out of 10 working professionals prefer Work From Home (WFH) option.Further, close to 80 per cent believe that WFH could ensure clean air, and 65 per cent of the respondents call on the Govern
Process to produce well-aligned CNT arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a new process to produce well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer. In their paper published ...
NZ Can Look To East Asia To Prepare For Next Pandemic
Wellington, 25 May 2020 - To prepare for the next virus pandemic, New Zealand has plenty to learn from the successes of three East Asian states, according to a summary report from The New Zealand Initiative.
Board diversity may be a COVID casualty
Boards must refrain from using the coronavirus crisis as an excuse to revert to old habits when it comes appointing directors, the Australian Institute of Company Directors said.
'No end in sight' to the good weather - Talk of the Town
More great weather is on the way with “no end in sight to it”. That’s the verdict of Louth Weather in their latest forecast for the week ahead. Louth Weather said: “Yet again high pressure dominates our weather. Little or no rainfall this week. Light winds Tuesday to Thursday. Temperatures above average. Sunshine amounts will...Read More→
ACT government moves to protect endangered woodlands, grasslands
Good news for the Button Wrinklewort, Baeuerlen's Gentian and the Ginninderra Peppercress.
How well do Germans understand weather risks?
Many Germans have difficulty gauging the negative impact of weather conditions such as ground frost, heat, or UV radiation. This is one of the key results of a representative survey conducted by researchers ...
Worth their salt: Researchers report first case of hexagonal NaCl
Skoltech and MIPT scientists have predicted and then experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal thin films of NaCl on a diamond surface. These films may be useful as gate dielectrics for ...
Artificial intelligence for optimized mobile communication
While many European states are currently setting up the 5th generation of mobile communication, scientists are already working on its optimization. Although 5G is far superior to its predecessors, even ...
World-record 44.2 Tbps internet speed achieved on a regular fibre connection, making Call of Duty Modern Warfare fast patch downloads a viable dream
If you ever wished internet speeds could drastically improve, there is hope on the horizon if this new speed test is anything to go by.
ACT grasslands and woodlands listed as critically endangered
On the advice of a panel of scientists, the ACT government said it was particularly worried about two types of area: "Natural Temperate Grassland" and "Yellow Box - Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland".
HMS Queen Elizabeth 'One Step Closer' To First Operational Deployment
The carrier has been at sea since late April to prove her readiness for her first operational deployment next year.
Can You Catch the Coronavirus From Handling Cash? Here's What Experts Say
Several experts refute arguments that physical banknotes may be more dangerous than we think, as the risk of the coronavirus is increasing.
RDE-3 found to add pUG tails to targets of RNA interference and to transposon RNAs
A team of researchers from Harvard Medical School, Nanjing Agricultural University and the University of Wisconsin has found that the protein RDE-3 in nematode worms adds pUG tails to targets of RNA interference ...
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.
A new mission in Haiti
When Christophe Millien finishes his graduate studies at Harvard Medical School this month, he will return to Haiti to address the medical problem caused by uterine fibroids suffered by Haitian women.
To combat COVID-19, India adopted Intelligent Testing Strategy, says ICMR
India has now 610 laboratories — 432 public and 178 private which are currently testing 1.1 lakh samples daily. The testing capacity has been increased to 1.4 lakh samples per day, which is being further raised to 2 lakh
'Bat Woman' scientist warns about fresh pandemic caused by viruses evolving
China-based Shi Zhengli said a study found that coronaviruses and bats may have co-evolved over time and experience selection pressure from each other resulting in a new threat
Researchers recombine entire chromosomes with CRISPR/Cas technology
The CRISPR/Cas molecular scissors work like a fine surgical instrument and can be used to modify genetic information in plants.
Pharma Giants Reportedly Rejected EU Proposal to Speed Up Vaccine Development in 2017
In mid-May, the European Medicines Agency suggested that a vaccine against the coronavirus could be approved in approximately a year. The forecast followed a World...
Coronavirus Pandemic: Africa mounts a robust response to COVID-19
The jury is still out as to whether the African states will be successful in containing the COVID- 19 pandemic.
Thousands of enterprise systems infected by new Blue Mockingbird malware gang | ZDNet
Hackers are exploiting a dangerous and hard to patch vulnerability to go after enterprise servers.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space program in an effort to catch up with its rival the United States and affirm its status as a major world power.
India and Israel join forces to develop rapid testing system to fight Coronavirus
India News: NEW DELHI: India and Israel have decided to join forces to develop rapid testing systems that can conduct Covid-19 tests at under a minute, in the hig.
COVID-19: Over N10 billion approved for health intervention grants - CBN
Mr Okorafor said the applications covered two broad categories under the COVID-19 intervention programmes in the healthcare sector.
Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops across north India
Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan where they flew in from Iran last year. From Rajasthan, locusts entered Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and UP. Punjab has also put its farmers on alert.
Study by Saudi Arabia to examine effect of heat on coronavirus
The study is being conducted by the Saudi Ministry of Health
'Convincing' evidence suggests cloth masks may help reduce COVID-19 transmission
Face masks made with multiple layers of cotton cloth may help prevent further transmission of COVID-19, according to new research in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Waste segregation units crop up on banks of Vrishabhavathi again
They allegedly burn waste at night, and also dump it along the banks of the river
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. -- aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule. But make no mistake: This is not your father's -- or grandfather's -- capsule.
Malta looks to Ireland in campaign for legal abortion
The second anniversary of the referendum on the 8th amendment has arrived, and has barely made a dent in the news coverage due to Covid-19.
2020 New York International Auto Show has been canceled
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year's New York Auto Show will not push through
Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy—described as a "cosmic ring of fire"—as it existed 11 billion years ago.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
BEIJING: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the ...
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at the University of California, Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance ...
Time to hike edible oil import duties: SEA
As India’s 2010 pact with Malaysia and Indonesia came to an end, the Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) on Monday said the government should hike Customs duty on soya, sunflower and crude p
Super-rare galaxy dubbed 'cosmic ring of fire' captured in incredible snap
Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have spotted a galaxy that is 11 billion light-years from the Solar System and makes stars 50 times the rate of the Milky Way.
6-year-old discovers rare 3,500-year-old tablet
The clay tablet from the Canaanite period depicts a man leading a humiliated captive. The boy who found it won a certificate of good citizenship.
US company trials coronavirus vaccine candidate in Australia
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — A U.S. biotechnology company began injecting a coronavirus vaccine candidate into people in Australia on Tuesday with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year. Novavax...
South Korean cafe hires robot server to help with social distancing
South Korean coffee-making robotic arm and serving robot can make 60 different types of coffee
Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe
Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.
Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe
Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.
He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire
The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.
Mexico City Deaths Rise 4 Times Official Virus Count, Study Says
Mexico City has emitted 8,072 more death certificates this year than it did during the average of the previous four years.
Ultra-rare white grizzly bear spotted near tourist resort in Banff National Park in ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’
An ultra rare white grizzly bear has been spotted near a tourist resort in Banff National Park in Canada, a 'once-in-a-lifetime' phenomenon caused by a recessive gene in the bears.
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
More than 100 candidate vaccines are currently in various stages of development around the world, at least eight of which are in clinical trials with humans, according to the World Health Organization.
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as COVID-19 slows recovery
COBARGO, Australia: Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the ...
WATCH | First look inside the CTICC as it gets converted into 850-bed field hospital
The Cape Town International Convention Centre's exhibition halls have been transformed into vast hospital wards.
The Special Challenge of Fighting COVID-19 in Africa
Western governments and NGOs are grappling with their own outbreaks, leaving African nations largely on their own
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule. Make no mistake: This is not your father’s — or
Study: Color of Exoplanets Reveals Whether They Are Habitable
Reflected light from a planet's surface plays a significant role on overall climate
6-Year-Old Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Tablet
The tablet depicts the scene of a man leading a captive. This is an important person, wearing a skirt, holding a captive man whose hands are tied behind his back.
Ghibli Week
Celebrating the studio’s beloved animated films in a new series of stories
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine — the anti-malarial drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking — from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date. In a press
Astronomers See “Sparkles” Around The Milky Way’s Supermassive Black Hole
Astronomers are aware the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way occasionally flares due to clouds of material suddenly being absorbed. The
Coronavirus: Human trial of vaccine shows promising results in China
The early-stage trial was conducted by researchers at several laboratories and included 108 participants aged 18 to 60. ..
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
New Research Could Call Into Question Origin of Mars
Scientists to determine if, like the Earth, Mars suffered a huge impact event as it formed
Surrey cadets need new home as COVID-19 limits options for growing 767 Dearman squadron
‘We’re now the second largest air cadet squadron in the province,’ commander says
Coronavirus: European nations easing restrictions confident they can avoid second wave
They don't want to re-introduce lockdowns.
UN trial for virus therapies pauses testing on Trump's drug
The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine -- the malaria drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking -- from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
Russian Satellite, Comet or 'UFO'? Videos of 'Epic' Fireball Seen in Australia's Sky Puzzle Netizens
The fiery show was preceded by the launch of a Russian satellite from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, while the third stage of the rocket's booster was expected to fall into...
The US Air Force is removing height restrictions for pilots, which will allow more women to serve
(CNN) — The US Air Force has removed its minimum height requirements for prospective pilots, doing away with a barrier that had disadvantaged women. Previously,...
COVID-19: INEC wants election declared as essential service
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it would engage with relevant authorities, including the National Assembly, to designate election as an essential service due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NHL release details of their Phase 2 training rules
This covers the return of players to small-group workouts and the rules for use of the facilities, but does not come with a firm date.
“Like It Was Designed To Infect Humans”: COVID-19 ‘Cell Culture’ Theory Gains Steam
Findings allow for the possibility that COVID-19 leaked from a laboratory
Digital device serves up a taste of virtual food
We're used to measuring our digital devices by how fast they are, how clear the sound is, how crisp the display is, how large the storage capacity is.
Dr Miriam Stoppard: 'No evidence' of children infecting teachers with coronavirus
A study from New South Wales, Australia, throws light on the vexed question of re-opening schools
Newly discovered Comet SWAN is now VISIBLE from Earth, but facing fight for its life as it nears the Sun
Comets are celestial bodies made of rock and ice that spend most of their lives far from the Sun
COVID: Serosurvey in 10 hotspot cities, 60 other districts to determine community transmission
Besides, the survey would also be conducted in 60 districts of 21 states and Union Territories categorized into four strata -- zero, low, medium and high -- according to the reported COVID cases per million population, as per the protocols for community-based surveillance published in the IJMR (Indian Journal of Medica
Clamour for transparency of testing data grows shriller
Our strategy is focused but not random, say Health officials
WHO Halts Hydroxychloroquine COVID-19 Trials Citing Safety Concerns
The WHO placed a temporary halt on tests of the controversial COVID-19 coronavirus treatment hydroxychloroquine on Monday, citing growing safety concerns described in a study spanning six continents.
AI researchers say they created a better way to generate 3D photos
AI researers say they've created a novel way to generate realistic, impressive 3D photography that's better than Facebook 3D Photo.
Trump to attend Wednesday’s NASA astronaut launch in Florida
Vice President Mike Pence, who is chairman of the National Space Council, also plans to attend Wednesday’s launch.
Scientists discover giant fiery doughnut-shaped galaxy
(CNN) — A team of scientists has discovered a galaxy that looks like a “cosmic ring of fire” and could help us understand more about how galactic...
New Study Categorizes All The Unexplainable Experiences Produced By Psychedelic Drugs
Psychedelics drugs are increasingly being studied for their potential to treat depression and other mental health issues, although little attention has bee
WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine drug in Covid-19 patients, says experts need to review
In a press briefing, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be “a temporary pause” on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical tria
UN Trial for Virus Therapies Pauses Testing on Trump's Drug
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be "a temporary pause" on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical trial.
Thailand races to produce cheaper vaccine, starts trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper COVID-19 vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021.
Madonna shares intimate snap, adding she gives 'zero f***s' who she offends
Madonna stripped down to a sheer lingerie set and admitted she gives "no f***s" for anyone offended by it.
Immunity to coronaviruses may only last six months, says study
It casts doubt over the practicality of introducing "immunity passports", which some governments want to issue to COVID-19 survivors.
WHO suspends hydroxychloroquine trial as Covid-19 treatment
The WHO stressed the need to keep up with physical distancing measures and to scale up efforts to test and detect cases.
Eating local and plant-based diets: how to feed cities sustainably
How do you feed a city? It is one of the great questions of our time. After all, for a species that ultimately depends on plants to feed ourselves, we do tend to cram ourselves into places that are rather ...
Xiaomi foldable phone patent with rotating camera shown off
Xiaomi hasn’t launched any foldable phone yet but we know the Chinese OEM has all the intentions to introduce a device with a flexible display. The idea is being tossed around since last year…
Black coronavirus patients are hospitalized at THREE times the rate of white and Hispanic patients, study finds
A new study from California-based Sutter Health, a healthcare system, found that black coronavirus patients were admitted at 2.7 times the rate of white and Hispanic patients.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff' capsule.
The CDC Have Issued A Warning About "Aggressive" Rats As Lockdown Leads To Hangry Rodents
As lockdown measures continue to keep people from the streets, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about “an increase
Feature: XCOM 2 Collection Port Specialists Virtuos On Bringing The Series To Switch
"This process is like squeezing water from a sponge"
Climate change ‘killing far more people than we record’, experts warn
Official death records are not reflecting the actual amount of deaths caused by the climate crisis, according to a new study. A team of Australian health experts claim there is a “substantial
Thailand enters global race for COVID-19 vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, ...
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.
NASA and SpaceX Are ‘Go’ For Historic Launch of Crew Dragon With Astronauts on Board
On Wednesday, NASA and SpaceX will launch two astronauts into orbit on a Crew Dragon spacecraft in what’s the most anticipated launch of the year.
OnePlus Buds are the Truly Wireless Earbuds from OnePlus and Could Launch in July
If everything goes accordingly, OnePlus will be unveiling the OnePlus Buds alongside the OnePlus Z in July, later this year.
Motorola Razr 2 release date may be four months away with big specs boost
The second-gen foldable phone will be a better match against the Galaxy Z Flip when it launches in September
Essential Science: Round-up of COVID-19 drug developments
For this week's Essential science column, we delve into the latest research on the quest to develop drugs to help combat COVID-19 symptoms or to eliminate the novel SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus itself.
Senior commander on Lebanese border says Hezbollah is 'not eager to engage' - Defense/Security
Ro'i Levy speaks with Arutz Sheva 20 years after the withdrawal of IDF forces from Lebanon.
Help to eradicate WC’s 18,000-test backlog, Mkhize – Winde
The province had 14,978 confirmed cases of Covid-19, according to Monday's statement. Of these, 7,221 people had recovered, and 318 people had died.
Feature: XCOM 2 Collection Port Specialists Virtuos On Bringing The Series To Switch
"This process is like squeezing water from a sponge"
Could a space congestion charge clear up junk-ridden skies?
Countries should levy an "orbit congestion charge" on satellite operators to tackle the growing concentration of space junk cluttering the skies, researchers said on Monday, but with some doubting the practicalities of such a fee. From dead satellites to bits of rockets, the amount of debris orbiting the planet is…
OnePlus Buds is the Company's First Truly Wireless Earbuds, Might Launch in July - Gizchina.com
OnePlus Buds is going to be the company's first ever truly wireless earbuds. The product might launch in the month of July along with OnePlus Z.
PNB fraud case: Interpol notice against Nirav Modi’s brother put up for public viewing again
Nehal Modi's name figured as the accused number 27 in the supplementary chargesheet filed by the CBI, which charged him for destroying evidence in Dubai to cover the tracks of the alleged crime.
Record 10,000 women waiting to buy 'Holy Grail' of anti-wrinkle cream online
Scientists claim a new product marketed by Boots hits the “sweet spot” to reduce lines and give older skin “bounce” - sparking a huge interest among customers
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards ...
South Korea COVID-19 response methods more effective than lockdowns: Study
South Korea is a standout in the current battle against COVID-19, largely due to its widespread testing and contact tracing; however, key to its innovation is publicly disclosing detailed information on the individuals who test positive for COVID-19. These measures prove more effective at reducing deaths among than comprehensive stay-home orders, according to new research …
WHO suspends chloroquine trial as possible cure for Covid-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it has suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine in trial for the treatment of COVID-19. The drug trial was suspended on grounds of safety concern following a report
How the pandemic impacted post-secondary students' work placements
Co-op placements, internships, practicums and residencies are valuable forms of work experience for post-secondary students in Canada. But for this year’s students, COVID-19 has put a halt to many of these opportunities.
India, Israel plan to jointly develop rapid testing tools for covid-19
DRDO and CSIR are likely to partner with Israel’s Directorate of R&D in its ministry of defence to develop the rapid testing tools.Israel recently claimed it had developed a monoclonal antibody that may ’neutralize’ SARS-CoV-2
Thailand begins COVID-19 vaccine trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, a top researcher said on Monday. More than 100 c...
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an 'anomaly'
Virgin Orbit's first rocket launch failed due to an unexplained problem after it had a "clean release" from the Cosmic Girl jumbo jet.
NO coronavirus mutations increase its ability to spread and some are even harmful to the disease's capacity to transform, study finds
A new study from University College London looked at 31 mutations of the coronavirus and no strain had a higher risk of transmitting from person-to-person compared to another one.
Next Apple AirPods to come with Ambient Light sensors - Gizchina.com
According to a new rumor, Apple will equip one of its upcoming Apple AirPods headsets with Ambient Light Sensors for health tracking features.
Ibuprofen does NOT make coronavirus symptoms worse, insist scientists - as desperate arthritis patients use industrial lubricant WD-40 on their aching joints
Arthritis patients are putting industrial lubricant WD-40 on their joints because they fear, wrongly, that ibuprofen will make Covid -19 symptoms worse, a leading pharmacist has warned.
Covid-19: Why the Western Cape has an 18 000-test backlog
The Western Cape has an 18 000-test backlog for Covid-19, says Premier Alan Winde.
Virgin Orbit loses its first rocket shortly after engine ignition
“An anomaly then occurred early in first stage flight.”
Quantum Computers Could “Completely Shatter” the Current Internet Security Systems Protecting Bitcoin (BTC) Network, Digital Payments, IoT Devices: Report
Nobody really knows when Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies will be “vulnerable” to the threat from quantum computers, according to most exp
Packed parks like Bellwoods avoidable with better communication, experts say
Images of a downtown Toronto park packed with young people seemingly flouting physical distancing guidelines designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 have drawn sharp criticism from both politicians and the public.
Virgin Orbit's First Test Launch Falls Short of Orbit
Virgin Orbit's first launch of the LauncherOne rocket failed to reach orbit immediately after release from the carrier jet. Elon Musk expressed his sympathies.
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an ‘anomaly’
After postponing its long-awaited rocket launch by a day, Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne rocket had a successful release from a jumbo jet.
First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
Active Ethereum Wallet Count Has Grown 350% Since 2018; What This Indicates
There is one key data metric suggests that Ethereum has built immense underlying strength over the past couple of years.
Packed parks like Bellwoods avoidable with better communication, experts say
Images of a downtown Toronto park packed with young people seemingly flaunting physical distancing guidelines designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 have drawn sharp criticism from both politicians and the public.
Man's TV Viewing Joined By A Brood Of Europe's Largest Owl Nesting In Third-Story Planter
A kerfuffle outside one Belgium man’s living room window, which was thought to be from some problematic pigeons, turned out to be a brood of Europe’s large
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an 'anomaly'
Virgin Orbit's first rocket launch failed due to an unexplained problem after it had a "clean release" from the Cosmic Girl jumbo jet.
Desert Locusts Enter Maharashtra's Vidarbha Region
A swarm of desert locusts has entered the eastern part of Maharashtra where district and agriculture department personnel have initiated chemical spraying on crops and vegetation to save them from the migratory pests, said officials on Monday.
RangeAmp attacks can take down websites and CDN servers | ZDNet
Twelve of thirteen CDN providers said they fixed or planned to fix the problem.
Astronomers discover donut-shaped ‘cosmic ring of fire’ in early universe
Astronomers have captured images of a rare type of galaxy dubbed a “cosmic ring of fire” that existed about 11 billion years ago, according to a study published Monday. The galaxy, called
After 9 Years Abroad, Astronaut Launches Are Back In the U.S.A.
The blastoff this week on a SpaceX rocket—the first ever private launch—could be a big step toward commercial space travel.
It’s The Final Countdown For Launch Of First Crewed Mission From US Soil In A Decade
In less than 24 hours, astronauts are scheduled to soar to space from US soil for the first time since the last Space Shuttle departed almost a decade ago.
Branson's Virgin Orbit rocket fails on first launch attempt
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
After 9 Years Abroad, Astronaut Launches Are Back in the U.S.A.
The blastoff this week on a SpaceX rocket—the first ever private launch—could be a big step toward commercial space travel.
Thai researcher eyes accessible COVID-19 vaccine for SE Asia
A researcher leading Thailand's push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally.
Nearly 15,000 North Carolina residents have recovered from COVID-19, NCDHHS says
In a Monday update, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported that 14,954 patients are presumed to be recovered from COVID-19.
Pinpointing SARS-CoV-2 origin with new predictive model
Researchers in the United States and Canada have developed a combination of predictive statistical models that could help guide decisions about which animal species should be prioritized for detecting the origin of novel potential zoonotic viruses such as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).
Branson's Virgin Orbit fails to launch rocket from 747
A crucial test of its two-stage, orbital rocket system, designed to rival that of Elon Musk's SpaceX for satellite launches, ended the mission shortly after releasing the rocket from the plane.
Isolation fatigue 'partly' to blame for mass gathering at Toronto park, expert says
Bioethcitist and University of Toronto professor Kerry Bowman explains some of the psychology behind the massive crowd at Trinity Bellwoods Park last weekend.
Covid impact: Private banks set aside over 75% of operating profit as provisions in Q4
All of them provided aggressively in view of the Covid-19 outbreak and the repayment moratorium, which also requires pre-emptive provisioning. Some red-flagged risks that could arise out of the retail unsecured segment.
Newly identified gene may have contributed to rapid evolution of COVID-19
An international team of researchers has identified a previously uncharacterized gene within the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) genome that may be important in understanding the origins and evolution of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Nasa SpaceX launch: What's the mission plan?
These are the key phases in the first crew mission to go to orbit from the US in nine years.
Salmon expected to begin arriving soon at Fraser River landslide: DFO
VANCOUVER - Parts of a pneumatic fish pump dubbed the "salmon cannon" have arrived at the site of a massive landslide along British Columbia's Fraser River,
First test launch of Virgin Orbit rocket fails
US News: The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on
Weather iffy for SpaceX astronaut launch
Aside from a threat of bad weather, NASA and SpaceX confirmed Monday that everything is all-systems-go for their upcoming rocket launch with two American astronauts.
Probe Dangote’s human right abuses in coal mining communities, group tells FG
GIFSEP asked the FG to probe reported human right abuses on coal mining communities, particularly attributed to the Dangote Coalmine in Kogi.