Prehistoric Tracks Found Along Scotland’s Historic Isle of Skye Coastline The Isle of Skye in Scotland is famous for a dramatic moment in history. In 1746, Charles Edward Stuart – known as Bonnie Prince Charlie – landed on its rocky shores. Disguised as a maid, he arrived by boat while fleeing the English after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden. The site is now known as Prince Charles Point However, this location holds more than just historical importance. Researchers have discovered 131 fossilised dinosaur footprints dating back 167 million years. These prints, left during the Jurassic Period, reveal the…
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New Satellite Aids Space Environment Monitoring and Radar Testing China successfully launched a new satellite, Tianping-3A 02, into space on Thursday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in Shanxi Province, northern China. The launch took place at 10:12 am Beijing Time using a Long March-6 carrier rocket, which placed the satellite into its planned orbit. This latest satellite is designed to support the calibration of ground-based radar systems and radar cross section (RCS) measurement. It will also assist in imaging tests for optical observation systems based on the ground. Tianping-3A 02 Supporting Space Environment Research Beyond radar calibration, Tianping-3A 02…
Disputed Claims Follow First Economic Dialogue in Five Years China, Japan and South Korea recently held their first economic dialogue in five years, aiming to boost regional trade amid rising concerns about new US tariffs. However, conflicting statements have emerged over whether the three nations agreed to a joint response to the tariffs proposed by US President Donald Trump. A social media post from Yuyuan Tantian, an account affiliated with China Central Television, claimed the countries had agreed to work together against the tariffs. It also stated that the nations planned to strengthen supply chain cooperation and increase dialogue on…
Airbus Wins £150 Million Contract to Build UK’s Mars Rover Landing Platform The British division of Airbus has secured a £150 million contract from the European Space Agency to develop the landing platform for the UK’s first Mars rover. The mission is scheduled to launch in 2028, with a planned landing on the red planet in 2030. A New Chapter for Airbus and the Rosalind Franklin Rover The rover, named Rosalind Franklin, was originally constructed between 2018 and 2019 by Airbus engineers in Britain. Its launch, initially set for September 2022, was delayed after the mission lost access to a…
Blackstone Eyes Minority Stake in TikTok’s US Business Amid Divestment Push Private equity giant Blackstone is exploring a potential minority investment in TikTok’s US operations, according to sources familiar with the matter. The move comes as pressure mounts for Chinese parent ByteDance to divest its stake due to a US law targeting national security concerns. Blackstone is in talks to join a consortium of ByteDance’s non-Chinese investors, including Susquehanna International Group and General Atlantic, who are already leading efforts to fund the spin-off of TikTok’s US business. The group is currently seen as the leading contender in negotiations. A Plan…
Tomb of Unknown Pharaoh Unearthed Near Abydos Archaeologists have uncovered the tomb of unknown pharaoh, an Egyptian king, believed to date back around 3,600 years. The limestone burial chamber, found near the city of Abydos, marks a significant discovery from a time of political chaos in ancient Egypt’s history. Discovery Made in the Anubis Mountain Necropolis The burial chamber lies seven metres underground at Anubis Mountain, an ancient necropolis in Upper Egypt. It was discovered by a joint team from the University of Pennsylvania Museum and Egyptian archaeologists. This is the second royal tomb announced this year, further enriching understanding…
Webb Telescope Discovers Ancient Galaxy That Sheds Light on Early Universe Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have identified a galaxy that suggests the early universe lit up sooner than previously believed. This finding could shift our understanding of when the cosmos began emerging from its so-called “dark ages.” A Glimpse into the Young Universe The galaxy, named JADES-GS-z13-1, was seen as it existed around 330 million years after the Big Bang. The universe itself is estimated to be 13.8 billion years old, while Earth is only about 4.5 billion years old. Observing such distant galaxies lets scientists look…
Anduril Eyes Expansion Amid US Defence Shakeup and AI Integration Anduril, the AI-powered defence start-up, is optimistic about the Trump administration’s approach to defence strategy, according to company president Christian Brose. Speaking at the Australian International Air Show on Wednesday, Brose highlighted how Anduril’s focus on low-cost autonomous defence systems aligns with the administration’s vision for military modernisation. Anduril’s Role in AI-Driven Defence In December, Anduril announced a partnership with OpenAI to deploy advanced AI solutions for national security missions. The company is also developing a mass manufacturing facility in Ohio for autonomous defence systems, with potential plans to expand…
Genetic Testing Giant Faces Financial Collapse Biotech company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy in the US after struggling with declining demand for its ancestry testing kits and the impact of a major data breach. The company, once valued at $3.5 billion when it went public in 2021, has seen a sharp drop in market value. On Monday (March 24), shares of 23andMe plunged 46% to just 96 cents following the resignation of co-founder and CEO Anne Wojcicki. She will be replaced on an interim basis by Chief Financial Officer Joe Selsavage. 23andMe Data Breach and Financial Troubles A five-month-long data…
Melting glaciers show alarming global trend Glaciers are shrinking faster than ever, according to a new UN report. The past three years have seen the most rapid loss of glacier mass on record. In the Alps, this trend is clearly visible. Swiss scientists have warned that although much of the ice will disappear, part of the Alps’ largest glacier could still be saved if global warming is kept under two degrees Celsius. Aletsch Glacier faces uncertain future The Great Aletsch Glacier, located in the Bernese Alps, stretches 20 kilometres and weighs 10 billion tons. It draws over a million visitors…