Bright Meteor Captured Over Southern Brazil A meteor lit up the skies over Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil, early Monday (July 5), with its brilliant display captured by a local observatory. The event, which occurred at approximately 00:06 local time, was confirmed by Carlos Fernando Jung, a researcher from Taquara Integrated Faculties. The meteor’s dazzling journey was visible across the state, leaving many in awe. https://youtube.com/shorts/OY03_T1b6u8?si=SX1lomUFOUWeXYqi Meteor’s Path Across the Sky According to Jung, the meteor travelled a remarkable 270 kilometres (167 miles) over Rio Grande do Sul in just 5.71 seconds. The rare atmospheric event, known as an…
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Scientists Discover 237-Million-Year-Old Ancient Reptile Fossil in Brazil Scientists in Brazil have uncovered an ancient reptile fossil, believed to be from an ancient reptile species that roamed Earth around 237 million years ago. Named Gondwanax paraisensis, this small, four-legged reptile is thought to provide important clues about the evolutionary rise of dinosaurs. Paleontologists are particularly interested in the discovery as it may help explain how dinosaurs came to dominate the planet. The Gondwanax paraisensis species, identified as part of the extinct silesaurid group, measured about 1 metre (39 inches) in length, roughly the size of a small dog, and weighed…
Boeing to Cut 17,000 Jobs Amid Prolonged Strike and Financial Struggles Boeing is set to cut 17,000 jobs, around 10% of its global workforce, delay the first deliveries of its 777X jet by a year, and record $5 billion in losses for the third quarter. This comes as the company grapples with a month-long strike that has halted production and led to significant financial strain. Boeing’s CEO, Kelly Ortberg, stated that these downsizing measures are essential to align with the company’s “financial reality.” Strike Halts Production and Forces Major Changes The strike by 33,000 workers on the US West Coast…
NASA and SpaceX Target Crew-8 Return from ISS on October 13 NASA and SpaceX are aiming for no earlier than 7:05 a.m. EDT on Sunday, October 13, for the undocking of the SpaceX Crew-8 mission from the International Space Station (ISS). If conditions allow, the crew is expected to splash down off the Florida coast at approximately 3:38 p.m. on Monday, October 14. Crew-8 Mission Details The Crew-8 mission includes NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, Jeanette Epps, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin. After a seven-month science expedition aboard the ISS, they will return important and time-sensitive research to Earth.…
Italy’s Spacewear in Talks with Virgin Galactic for Space Clothing Collaboration Italian startup Spacewear is in early discussions with Virgin Galactic to develop a new range of clothing specifically designed for astronaut and space tourist training. Corinna Sperandini, Spacewear’s founder, mentioned that the collaboration aims to create high-performance suits that can be used during Virgin Galactic’s training sessions. Sperandini clarified that these discussions are still in the exploratory phase. If successful, the deal could also extend to producing co-branded, space-inspired everyday clothing items for the spring-summer 2025 collection. Bringing Spacewear to Everyday Fashion Spacewear’s potential partnership with Virgin Galactic, founded…
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded for Advances in Protein Design and Prediction U.S. scientists David Baker and John Jumper, along with Briton Demis Hassabis, have won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their pioneering work in decoding and designing proteins. Their research has led to significant advancements in drug development and various other scientific fields. Decoding the Building Blocks of Life The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded half of the prize to David Baker for his contributions to “computational protein design,” while the other half was shared by Demis Hassabis and John Jumper for “protein structure prediction.” Their…
Madrid Sets Deadline for Removal of Rental E-Scooters Operators of rental e-scooters in Madrid have been given until October 25 to remove all their devices from the city’s streets, according to a statement from the mayor’s office on Tuesday. This decision follows widespread complaints about reckless driving and improper parking by e-scooter users. Licenses Revoked Over Safety Concerns The mayor’s office revoked the licenses of the three foreign operators—Lime, Dott, and Tier Mobility—last month. Officials stated that the companies failed to address concerns regarding user behaviour and parking management. These issues have been a major reason for public outcry, prompting…
US Judge Orders Google to Revamp Mobile App Business Following Epic Games Verdict A US judge has ordered Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet, to make significant changes to its mobile app business. This decision follows a jury verdict last year favouring Fortnite creator Epic Games in its lawsuit. Court Ruling Aims to Increase Competition in Android App Market The ruling by US District Judge James Donato in San Francisco mandates providing Android users with more options for downloading apps and paying for in-app purchases. According to Donato’s order, these changes are designed to foster greater competition within Google’s Play Store…
New Reversible Dog Neutering Vaccine Offers a Safe Alternative for Dogs Findley, a small white and brown Chilean terrier, recently became one of the first dogs to experience a groundbreaking, non-surgical method of neutering via a reversible dog neutering vaccine. The procedure, carried out at his home in Santiago, was remarkably simple—just an injection that took only moments. Findley received treats during and after the process and soon returned to his normal playful self, with no signs of discomfort. How the Immunocastration Vaccine Works The new method, called Egalitte, is an immunocastration vaccine that eliminates the need for surgery. Developed…
Archaeologists Uncover 600-Year-Old Child Sacrifice Site in Northern Peru Archaeologists in Trujillo, northern Peru, have discovered the remains of nearly four dozen children, believed to have been ritually sacrificed over 600 years ago. This recent find, which offers new insights into the practices of pre-Hispanic cultures, adds to the growing evidence of ritual sacrifices conducted by the Chimu civilisation. Evidence of Ritual Sacrifice Julio Asencio, an archaeologist at the site, reported that many of the children’s remains show cuts on their sternum and ribs, indicating that their hearts may have been removed during the sacrifice. Each child was buried individually,…
