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- Space Debris Crashes in Kenyan Village, Suspected Rocket Stage Part Identified 4 Gennaio 2025A large metallic object crashed into Mukuku village, Makueni County, Kenya, on December 30. The object, weighing 500 kilograms and about 8 feet in diameter, is believed to be space debris, possibly from a rocket leftover. The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has secured the site and is investigating the object’s origin.
- Newly Discovered Oxygen Reaction Existed in Primitive Atmosphere, Sheds Light on Origin of Life 4 Gennaio 2025Scientists have uncovered a new way oxygen could form in carbon dioxide-rich atmospheres without the involvement of life. The discovery, led by researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China, shows that a reaction between helium ions and CO2 can produce molecular oxygen. This process challenges traditional methods of life detection on planets, […]
- Full Moons of 2025: Dates, Supermoons, Lunar Eclipses, and Key Celestial Events 4 Gennaio 2025In 2025, sky enthusiasts can look forward to 12 full moons, including three supermoons and two total lunar eclipses. The Worm Moon in March and the Harvest Moon in September will undergo total eclipses, turning reddish-orange during these rare events. Supermoons will occur in October, November, and December, appearing larger and brighter as the moon […]
- ISRO 2025 Calendar: Space Docking, Gaganyaan, NISAR and Private PSLV Launch 4 Gennaio 2025ISRO is set for a milestone year in 2025, with a series of high-profile space missions. The year will begin with the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDex) scheduled for January 7, aimed at testing critical docking capabilities for future space missions. Following this, the NVS-02 satellite, which will replace the NavIC satellite system, is expected to […]
- SpaceX's Starship to Deploy Mock Starlink Satellites in Flight 7 Test 4 Gennaio 2025SpaceX announced its next Starship test flight would feature the rocket's first attempt to deploy 10 model Starlink satellites, showcasing its satellite launch market potential. Planned for later this month from Boca Chica, Texas, the Elon Musk-run company's seventh test-to-failure flight is expected to incorporate new upgrades with each attempt.
- Microsoft Plans to Invest $80 Billion on AI-Enabled Data Centres in Fiscal 2025 4 Gennaio 2025Microsoft plans to invest approximately $80 billion in data centres in fiscal 2025, as part of the company's efforts to train AI models and deploy AI and cloud applications. Since OpenAI's ChatGPT launch in 2022, AI investment has surged, with companies integrating AI into their products and services across various sectors.
- Astronomers Seek Binary Supermassive Black Holes in Galactic Centers 3 Gennaio 2025Astronomers have detected possible binary black holes at the centres of galaxies, using light patterns from active galactic nuclei as key indicators. The study of PG 1553+153, in particular, shows evidence of a 20-year variation, pointing to a system of two supermassive black holes. If confirmed, this could provide new insights into galaxy formation and […]
- Ancient Battle Site Between Alexander the Great and Ancient Persians Discovered in Turkey 3 Gennaio 2025The site of Alexander the Great’s decisive Battle of Granicus, fought in 334 B.C., has been uncovered in northwest Turkey. Archaeologists identified the location about 10 kilometres north of Biga, using a combination of historical records and geomorphological research. The discovery includes the remains of Hermaion, the ancient city where Alexander’s troops camped...
- Polar Vortex Could Bring Freezing Temperatures to the US, Be the Coldest in a Decade 3 Gennaio 2025A polar vortex is expected to bring extreme cold and heavy snowstorms across the eastern United States. Temperatures could drop as much as 30°F below average, with some regions experiencing sub-freezing conditions as far south as Florida. The cold blast is set to affect areas like the Great Lakes, Northeast, and Appalachians, causing significant snowfall […]
- Bird-Inspired Wing Design Could Boost Performance of Aeroplanes, Claims Study 3 Gennaio 2025Researchers are exploring the potential of bird-inspired wing flaps to improve airplane performance. These featherlike flaps, designed to mimic the covert feathers on bird wings, could significantly enhance lift, reducing drag and improving stability. Tests show that the new design could boost lift by up to 45% and decrease drag by 31%. The flaps also […]
