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Tianzhou-9 Cargo Spacecraft Ready for Launch at Wenchang Site China has taken a major step towards its next space mission, as the Tianzhou-9 cargo spacecraft and Long March-7 Y10 carrier rocket were vertically transferred to the launching area at the Wenchang Space Launch Site on Saturday. This move marks a crucial stage before the scheduled launch, which will occur soon from China’s Hainan province. Reliable Technology Ensures Launch in Complex Weather The Wenchang Space Launch Site, located on the South China Sea coast, typically faces hot and rainy conditions in July. However, according to technicians, the Long March-7 rocket’s mature…

Bitcoin Hits Record High Amid Institutional Demand Bitcoin soared to a record high on Friday, driven by strong institutional demand and crypto-friendly policies under the US administration of President Donald Trump. The world’s largest cryptocurrency rose to a peak of $116,781.10 during the Asian session, marking a gain of over 24% so far this year. At last check, Bitcoin was trading at $116,563.11, continuing its upward momentum in the crypto market. Institutional Accumulation Drives Bitcoin Surge Joshua Chu, co-chair of the Hong Kong Web3 Association, noted that institutional players are actively accumulating Bitcoin. “Bitcoin’s new all-time high is being driven…

Tianzhou-8 Cargo Craft Separates from China’s Space Station The Tianzhou-8 cargo craft, which carried essential supplies for China’s space station, has successfully separated from the station combination, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) confirmed on Tuesday. Controlled Re-entry Planned The CMSA stated that Tianzhou-8 will re-enter the atmosphere in a controlled manner. Most of the craft’s components will burn up during re-entry, with a small amount of debris expected to fall into a designated safe sea area. The cargo craft launched on 15 November 2024 at 23:13 Beijing Time (15:13 GMT) from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in Hainan province,…

International Deep Space Exploration Association Launches in China The International Deep Space Exploration Association (IDSEA) has officially launched in Hefei, capital of east China’s Anhui Province. The new association aims to promote global collaboration in space technology and foster a shared future for humanity in outer space. The IDSEA was jointly initiated by the Deep Space Exploration Laboratory in Hefei, the Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center of the China National Space Administration, the Chinese Society of Astronautics, the Chinese Society of Space Research, and the French initiative “Planetary Exploration, Horizon 2061.” The founding was co-sponsored by 20 Chinese academicians…

Cyprus Missing Persons Search Uses AI and Radar to Find Remains A UN-backed commission investigating mass disappearances in Cyprus is using artificial intelligence and ground-penetrating radar to increase the chances of locating the remains of people who went missing during past conflicts. The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) leads a team of archaeologists, anthropologists and geneticists in efforts to determine the fate of 2,002 people who disappeared during inter-ethnic violence in the 1960s and the Turkish invasion that followed a Greek-backed coup in 1974. Many victims were killed and buried in unmarked graves across the island. New Technologies to Boost…

South Korea Seeks Extension in Tariff Pause During US Trade Talks South Korea is asking for an extension to the 90-day pause on 25% US tariffs, which will expire on 9 July, as trade talks between the two countries continue. Both sides had agreed in April to prepare a package to remove tariffs, but progress has been slow, focusing mainly on non-tariff barriers. South Korea already imposes near-zero tariffs on US imports under an existing free trade agreement. However, discussions continue as Seoul aims to protect its domestic industries while addressing Washington’s demands. South Korea & its Digital Services and…

China Advances Assisted-Driving Safely Carmakers in China are moving quickly to advance assisted-driving technology, aiming to attract drivers eager for new features. Yet, Beijing is urging caution alongside speed, especially after a recent crash involving a Xiaomi SU7 sedan in March. The incident killed three people shortly after the driver took back control from the assisted-driving system. Regulators are finalising new safety rules to manage assisted-driving systems while ensuring Chinese carmakers stay ahead of US and European rivals. Analysts say that clear rules could give China a competitive edge. This differs from the US market, where companies often complain about…

Siemens Regains Full Access to China Market as US Lifts Export Restrictions Germany’s Siemens AG has announced it has received a notice from the US government lifting export restrictions on its chip design software for China. This development allows Siemens to restore full access to its software and technology for Chinese customers. Bloomberg News reported the update on Wednesday, citing a statement from Siemens. The German company and the US Department of Commerce have not yet responded to Reuters’ requests for comment on the matter. Restrictions Imposed in May Now Reversed In May, the US government required several companies, including…

In a striking demonstration of technological precision and deep-space capability, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) released high-resolution images of Earth and the moon taken by the Tianwen-2 probe, currently in orbit far beyond Earth. Crystal-Clear Images from Deep Space The images—captured using the probe’s narrow-field-of-view navigation sensor—depict Earth and the moon as seen from approximately 590,000 kilometers away. These visuals were transmitted back to Earth and processed by scientific teams, marking a key milestone in China’s second interplanetary mission. Tianwen-2: Still Going Strong Beyond 12 Million Kilometers The Tianwen-2 probe, launched on May 29, 2025, has now spent more…

Shenzhou-20 Crew Completes Second Spacewalk to Boost Efficiency The Shenzhou-20 crew aboard China’s orbiting space station has completed their mission’s second extravehicular activity (EVA), according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). On Thursday, astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie completed a 6.5-hour spacewalk, finishing their tasks at 21:29 Beijing Time with support from the robotic arm and ground teams. Astronauts Complete Key Equipment Installations Chen Zhongrui opened the hatch at 15:04 and became the first to step outside during this mission. Positioned at the hatch, Chen Dong passed the airlock protective device to Chen Zhongrui, who then…