NASA Astronauts Wilmore and Williams Regain Strength After Lengthy Space Mission NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are easing back into their routines after returning to Earth in March. The pair had been aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months, far longer than their planned eight-day mission aboard Boeing’s troubled Starliner capsule. Following their return, the astronauts began a 45-day rehabilitation period. This programme, standard for long-duration space travellers, helps them readapt to gravity. Wilmore, 62, noted that balance issues vary among astronauts but typically resolve with time. “Gravity stinks for a period,” he joked. During rehab,…
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SpaceX Starship Launches Successfully But Faces Mid-Flight Issues SpaceX launched its towering Starship rocket from Texas on Tuesday, 27 May. While the rocket initially soared into space, it later lost control mid-flight. The mission did not meet several of its core testing targets, presenting new technical challenges for Elon Musk’s Mars project. Starship stands at 400 feet (122 metres) tall. It forms a central part of Musk’s vision to eventually send humans to Mars. The rocket took off from SpaceX’s launch site in Starbase, Texas, marking its ninth full test flight since April 2023. This launch was notable as the…
North Korea Condemns US Golden Dome Missile Shield Plan North Korea has strongly criticised the US Golden Dome missile defence project, calling it a serious threat to global stability. The comments were reported by North Korea’s state media on Tuesday. North Korea Labels Project a Global Danger According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), North Korea’s foreign ministry has denounced the Golden Dome plan as a “very dangerous threatening initiative”. The remarks came shortly after US President Donald Trump announced the selection of a design for the missile shield on 20 May. He also named a leader for the…
France and Vietnam Sign Airbus Deal Amid US Trade Pressure France and Vietnam signed a major agreement on Monday involving the purchase of 20 Airbus planes. The deal was part of several pacts announced during French President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to Hanoi, aimed at strengthening France’s role in the region. Macron’s trip comes as both countries face growing concerns over potential US tariffs. Macron’s Vietnam Visit Highlights Strategic and Trade Ties This visit marks the first by a French president to Vietnam in almost ten years. It follows US President Donald Trump’s recent threat to impose 50% tariffs on…
Government Cites Lack of Cooperation from Telegram Vietnam Ministry of Information and Communications has directed telecommunication providers to block access to the messaging app Telegram. This decision follows Telegram’s reported failure to assist in criminal investigations, according to an official government document reviewed by Reuters. The document, signed on 21 May by the deputy head of the ministry’s telecom department, instructed telecom companies to implement blocking measures and report back by 2 June. The action comes at the request of the country’s cyber-security authority, prompted by serious concerns raised by local law enforcement. Alleged Criminal Activity on Telegram Under Scrutiny…
Quasar Disrupts Star Formation as Ancient Galaxies Collide Astronomers have captured a striking scene from the distant past, showing two massive galaxies racing toward each other. Each galaxy holds about as many stars as the Milky Way. This cosmic event occurred when the universe was just 2.4 billion years old—about one-fifth of its current age. Scientists compared the sight to two medieval knights charging at each other in a joust. These ancient galaxies were observed using two powerful telescopes located in Chile. The light we see from them today began its journey around 11.4 billion years ago. At the heart…
Qatar Unveils $1 Billion Investment Drive to Boost Economic Growth Qatar has launched a major $1 billion initiative to attract new investments and diversify its economy. The announcement came during the 5th Qatar Economic Forum, highlighting the country’s strategic push for sustainable growth. Financial Support for Investors The programme, introduced by Invest Qatar, aims to support both local and international investors. It offers financial aid covering up to 40% of essential business costs. These include company setup, construction, leasing, and staffing. The support will be available for up to five years, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to…
AI Takes Centre Stage at Google I/O 2025 Conference Google has announced a bold expansion of its artificial intelligence offerings, including a new premium subscription plan and advanced smart glasses, as it seeks to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving AI race. The announcement came during the company’s annual I/O conference on 20 May in Mountain View, California. At the event, Google introduced its “AI Ultra Plan” priced at $249.99 per month. This new subscription targets AI power users, offering greater access to advanced tools such as Deep Think, a more reasoning-capable version of Google’s Gemini AI, and Project Mariner,…
New Launch Strengthens SpaceX Starlink’s Global Network On Tuesday, 20 May, SpaceX successfully launched another group of Starlink satellites into space. The mission used a Falcon 9 rocket that lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This particular launch carried 23 satellites into orbit. This mission forms part of SpaceX’s ongoing efforts to expand its Starlink satellite network. The company has been steadily building this network to provide global internet coverage. With each new batch, the system becomes more robust, offering faster and more reliable internet services to users worldwide. Rapid Expansion of Satellite Constellation Since 2019,…
Telefonica Emergency Services Restored After Early Morning Disruptions Spanish telecom giant Telefonica reported a communications outage on Tuesday, 21 May, affecting fixed-line phone and internet services in several regions across Spain. The company attributed the issue to scheduled work aimed at updating its network infrastructure. In a short statement, Telefonica said its teams were actively working to restore all affected services. It confirmed that 112 emergency lines, which were briefly impacted, are now functioning again in the affected areas. The outage was reported in the early hours of the morning and affected several key regions. These include Aragon, Valencia, Andalusia,…