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…
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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,…
Donald Trump Pledges to Protect Gas-Powered Vehicles if Elected Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump announced on Thursday that, if elected, he would prevent any state from banning gasoline-powered cars and trucks. Trump aims to highlight the future of the auto industry as a core issue in his campaign, particularly in Michigan, a crucial swing state and home to major automakers. Trump’s Campaign Focuses on Auto Industry Regulations During a rally in Saginaw, Michigan, Trump made it clear that he opposes the push towards electric vehicles (EVs). “When I’m president, no state in America will be permitted to ban gas-powered cars…
Elon Musk Secretly Funded Conservative Group, Boosting Right-Wing Causes Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, quietly funded a conservative political group called Building America’s Future, according to sources familiar with the donations. This financial backing, which reportedly began in 2022, highlights Musk’s alignment with right-wing causes even before publicly endorsing former President Donald Trump’s re-election bid in July 2023. Two sources indicated that Musk’s contributions to Building America’s Future amounted to millions of dollars. However, the exact figure and timeline remain undisclosed. These contributions significantly increased the group’s revenue, from $11 million in 2021 to $53 million in…
Evidence of Female Leadership Discovered in Peru’s Ancient Moche Culture Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed remarkable findings at the Panamarca site that suggest a woman may have ruled in the ancient Moche culture over 1,300 years ago. The evidence includes a stone throne and unique murals depicting a powerful woman, providing insights into the possible role of female leaders during this period. Mural Depictions Indicate Female Authority The murals, discovered in a pillared throne room at Panamarca, show a woman intertwined with sea creatures and crescent moon motifs. These images suggest that the space may have been used by a…
SpaceX Plans $1.5 Billion Investment in Vietnam to Boost Satellite Internet Services SpaceX plans $1.5 billion investment in Vietnam, according to the government of the Southeast Asian country. This move could resolve a long-standing stalemate regarding the launch of Starlink satellite services in the region. Ongoing Discussions to Expand Starlink Services Talks regarding SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet and other communication services were paused in late 2023. However, discussions resumed earlier this year. Vietnam’s government is now reviewing SpaceX’s investment proposal. During a meeting in New York, Vietnam’s President To Lam asked SpaceX to finalise preparations for the investment. Tim Hughes,…
