Airbus Set to Finalise A321XLR Jet Delivery to Iberia, Marking a New Era in Single-Aisle Travel Airbus is nearing completion of the delivery of its highly anticipated A321XLR, its longest-range single-aisle jet, to Spanish airline Iberia. This marks a milestone as the first delivery of this advanced variant of the best-selling A321 model. Although the formal handover will take place shortly, Iberia will not add the aircraft to its active fleet until next month, according to sources familiar with the matter. Scheduled Handover and Planned Ceremony The A321XLR, assembled in Hamburg, Germany, is scheduled to depart for Madrid on Wednesday…
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Nvidia Expands Partnerships with Indian Firms, Launches Hindi AI Model Nvidia, the global chip giant, strengthened its ties with major Indian companies, including Reliance Industries, on Thursday. The company also introduced a lightweight artificial intelligence (AI) model tailored for Hindi, aiming to tap into India’s rapidly growing AI market. Nvidia’s AI Summit in Mumbai During an AI summit in Mumbai, Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, engaged in discussions with Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, who is also Asia’s richest man. Speaking at the event, Huang highlighted Nvidia’s increasing presence in India. “Nvidia is AI in India,” Huang said, noting that…
Bioluminescent Glow in Chennai Beaches Linked to Water Pollution The recent ‘blue glow’ or bioluminescent glow spotted along the beaches of South Chennai has captivated the public’s attention. However, scientists from the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) have cautioned that this spectacle might not be a positive sign. It suggests declining water quality caused by pollution and other environmental factors. What is ‘Sea Sparkle’? The dazzling blue glow was caused by Noctiluca scintillans, commonly known as ‘sea sparkle.’ These micro-plankton exhibit bioluminescence when disturbed, creating the glowing effect seen at night. While the glow may seem magical, it indicates…
Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum Opens Galleries to Public On Tuesday, Egypt opened several galleries of its long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to the public. However, the much-anticipated exhibits, including the famous King Tutankhamun collection and the solar boats buried by the Pyramid of Khufu, are yet to be revealed. The full inauguration of the museum has faced multiple delays but is expected to attract global attention. A Project Decades in the Making The Grand Egyptian Museum has been under construction for over 20 years and was initially planned to open in 2012. However, political upheavals and cost overruns repeatedly delayed…
Stellantis Denies Merger Talks with Renault Stellantis is not planning any mergers or acquisitions, despite rumours of a potential tie-up with French competitor Renault. John Elkann, chairman of the French-Italian automaker, dismissed the speculation during an interview with AFP at the Paris Car Show. He emphasised that Stellantis is concentrating on its business operations and not on “distractions” like consolidation. Elkann, who is also the largest shareholder through the Agnelli family’s investment firm EXOR, stated, “We, as Stellantis, consider that we have a competitive size.” This remark counters recent reports suggesting possible merger talks with Renault, which were denied earlier…
Space Agencies Gather in Milan Amid Growing Geopolitical Rivalry This week, the world’s space agencies are meeting in Milan as geopolitical tensions drive a new race in Earth’s orbit and on the Moon. Private companies, led by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, are playing a significant role in this renewed space competition. The International Astronautical Congress (IAC), an annual event since 1950, brings together scientists, engineers, and political leaders from spacefaring nations. Even in times of geopolitical strain, the congress remains a platform for discussions about cooperation. This year, however, Russia’s Roscosmos will be notably absent, reflecting the isolation that followed Moscow’s…
UAW President Warns of Job Losses if Trump Wins Election United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain cautioned that hundreds of thousands of US jobs could be jeopardised if former President Donald Trump wins the November 5 election and follows through on his pledge to withdraw investments in electric vehicles (EVs). Fain made this statement on Thursday, criticising Trump’s position and highlighting the potential impact on jobs across the US. He noted that such a move would affect not only auto factories but also the wider supply chain, putting many American jobs in jeopardy. Political Dispute Over EV Investments Democrats…
U.S. Scientists Win 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for microRNA Discovery American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for discovering microRNA and its role in regulating gene expression. Their research revealed how cells with identical genetic codes develop into specialized types, such as muscle and nerve cells. Understanding Cell Specialization Ambros and Ruvkun showed that tiny RNA molecules, called microRNAs, function as a communication network within cells, controlling gene expression. Their findings explain how different cell types can form and operate uniquely in the same organism. The Nobel Assembly emphasized that this research…
FAA Could Approve SpaceX’s Starship 5 Launch License This Month The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may grant SpaceX a license for its Starship 5 launch as early as this month, according to a source who spoke to Reuters on Tuesday. This comes after the FAA previously stated it would not make a decision until late November. Potential October Launch SpaceX announced on social media on Monday that the fifth flight test of Starship could happen as soon as October 13, pending regulatory approval. However, the FAA reiterated on Tuesday that it is still reviewing the proposed mission and will make…
SpaceX Falcon 9 Cleared for Hera Mission Launch by FAA The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given SpaceX the green light to resume launches with its Falcon 9 rocket. This decision allows SpaceX to proceed with the scheduled launch of the European Space Agency’s Hera spacecraft from Florida on Monday. FAA Grants Approval for Falcon 9 Launch The FAA stated on Sunday that the Falcon 9 is “authorized to return to flight” specifically for the Hera mission. The launch is planned for 10:52 a.m. ET (1452 GMT) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The approval follows a recent review…
