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Elon Musk’s Mars Mission: Why humanity’s future may depend on the ‘red planet’

03/06/2025
Elon Musk envisions humanity's future on Mars, driven by the need to safeguard civilization from Earth's existential threats. SpaceX's Starship and Starbase are pivotal in realizing this vision, aiming for a self-sustaining Martian city of a million people. Despite challenges like radiation and communication delays, Musk remains committed to making humanity a multiplanetary species.

Strawberry Moon 2025: June’s full moon to light up the sky this month- know date, time, and the science behind the name

03/06/2025
Sky gazers can look forward to the Strawberry Moon in June 2025. This full moon, named by Native American tribes, signals the start of strawberry harvesting. It will appear low on the horizon, possibly with a golden hue. The best viewing time is June 10, as the moon rises in the southeast.

2,300-year-old gold ring found in Jerusalem linked ancient engagement rituals

02/06/2025
In Jerusalem's Walls National Park, a 2,300-year-old gold ring with a red gemstone was unearthed, offering insights into the Early Hellenistic period. Discovered in a large structure's foundation, it likely belonged to a wealthy resident. Archaeologists believe it was intentionally buried, possibly for an engagement or coming-of-age ritual.

NASA warns! 120-foot asteroid 2025 KX8 to make close approach to Earth on June 4; here’s what to expect

02/06/2025
An asteroid, 2025 KX8, will closely approach Earth on June 4, 2025. NASA is monitoring the space rock, which is about 36 meters in diameter. It poses no immediate threat. Scientists track such near-Earth objects to understand potential future collisions. ISRO is preparing for future asteroid threats. They are planning collaborations for planetary defense and asteroid landing missions.

Solar storm alert! Powerful G4-class geomagnetic activity expected on Earth after massive solar eruption on June 2

02/06/2025
A strong solar storm is currently impacting Earth. The event, triggered by a major solar flare, may cause widespread auroras. Satellite and GPS interference are possible. Power grid instability is also a concern. Scientists are closely monitoring the storm. The public, especially in northern latitudes, may witness spectacular northern lights. Monitoring of GPS and communication equipment is advised.

Who is Shubhanshu Shukla? IAF pilot set to make history as India’s first astronaut on the ISS

02/06/2025
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to become the first Indian astronaut to journey to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4). This mission signifies India's return to human spaceflight after four decades, highlighting its increasing role in global space exploration.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope discovers earliest galaxy ever seen in the universe

01/06/2025
The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted MoM z14. It is the most distant galaxy ever seen. This galaxy existed 280 million years after the Big Bang. It redefines our view of galaxy formation. Scientists found carbon and nitrogen in MoM z14. This suggests earlier galaxies existed. The telescope's discovery is reshaping the understanding of the early universe.

Mysterious space object sends signals to Earth every 44 minutes, scientists baffled

01/06/2025
Astronomers in Australia have detected a mysterious cosmic object, ASKAP J1832-0911, emitting radio and X-ray bursts every 44 minutes, an unprecedented occurrence. This long-period transient defies existing stellar remnant theories with its rhythmic pattern. The discovery, made using ASKAP and Chandra, may indicate a new class of celestial bodies, prompting further investigation into its origin and implications for space science.

Snub to Elon Musk? Donald Trump drops Nasa pick Jared Isaacman over alleged ties with democrats

01/06/2025
Donald Trump has withdrawn Jared Isaacman's nomination for Nasa administrator just before the senate confirmation vote. Isaacman, the CEO of Shift4 and a SpaceX mission participant, was nominated in December. He distanced himself from Elon Musk's views on lunar landings during his confirmation hearing, pledging to prioritize them if confirmed.

57-million-year-old giant penguin fossil discovered in New Zealand sheds light on ancient marine life

31/05/2025
Fossils unearthed in New Zealand reveal Kumimanu fordycei, a giant penguin from the Paleocene epoch, weighing around 350 pounds. This discovery, published in the Journal of Paleontology, rewrites the penguin evolution timeline, indicating that penguins developed large body sizes much earlier than previously thought. Competition with marine mammals may have contributed to the extinction of these giant penguins.

Male infertility: How lab-produced sperm could transform fertility treatment in future

31/05/2025
Researchers at the University of Limerick are pioneering a groundbreaking approach to address male infertility by engineering human sperm from lab-grown testicular tissue. This innovative research aims to provide hope for men facing untreatable infertility, offering an alternative to surgical sperm retrieval and donor sperm.

Can science revive dead rhinos? The answer may shock you

31/05/2025
Scientists in the UK have successfully revived living cells from a southern white rhino that passed away in 2021. Nature's SAFE, a conservation charity, cultivated millions of cells from a preserved skin sample. This breakthrough offers new hope for restoring endangered populations by potentially creating viable egg or sperm cells, marking a significant advancement in conservation efforts.

Meteorite that hit Earth 3.26 billion years ago may have sparked good news for life, study reveals

31/05/2025
A new study suggests a massive meteorite impact 3.26 billion years ago, far larger than the dinosaur killer, may have acted as a "giant fertilizer bomb" on early Earth. This impact, releasing vital nutrients like phosphorus and mixing ocean layers, potentially spurred a microbial explosion. The event highlights how catastrophic events could foster biological innovation and diversification in early life.

Rare space object blasts X-rays and radio waves every 44 minutes

31/05/2025
Astronomers have detected ASKAP J1832-0911, a unique space object 15,000 light-years away, emitting powerful radio and X-ray bursts every 44 minutes. This long-period transient, observed by ASKAP and Chandra, challenges existing stellar evolution models. Scientists believe it could be a magnetar or a binary system with a magnetized white dwarf, potentially revealing new physics.

A new kid in our solar system? Hunt for mysterious 'Planet Nine' offers a surprise

30/05/2025
Scientists hunting for the hypothetical Planet Nine have discovered a potential new dwarf planet, 2017 OF201, in the outer solar system. This object, roughly 700km across, boasts an extremely elongated 25,000-year orbit that takes it far into the Oort cloud.

NASA scientists issue ‘urgent’ warning: Social jet lag is the dangerous sleep habit you are ignoring

30/05/2025
NASA sleep experts reveal social jet lag, a misalignment between internal body clocks and daily schedules, affects millions. Inconsistent sleep habits disrupt natural rhythms, leading to fatigue and health issues. Combat it with consistent sleep schedules, morning light exposure, and optimized sleep environments to improve overall well-being and reclaim lost energy.

Elon Musk’s Starlink to launch in India with monthly plans starting at $10 and high-speed bandwidth

29/05/2025
SpaceX's Starlink is poised to launch in India, armed with a Letter of Intent from the Department of Telecommunications. The initial phase targets urban areas with 600-700 Gbps bandwidth, serving 30,000-50,000 customers. Plans may start at $10 per month, offering high-speed internet, especially benefiting underserved regions, with aims to expand to 3 Tbps by 2027.

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