Nanosatellite launch is a big step forward for African space science
South African space science had a big day on 13 January 2022. The Cape Peninsula University of Technology, based in Cape Town, launched its third satellite mission into space from the Cape Canaveral rocket launch site in Florida in the US......»»
Wiim Ultra, a music streamer with a color touchscreen, teased ahead of May launch
LinkPlay is giving fans a sneak peek at the new Wiim Ultra, a network media streamer with a 3.5-inch touchscreen that it will officially launch May 9......»»
Apple Vision Pro used to assist doctor during shoulder arthroscopy surgery in Brazil
Since the launch of Apple Vision Pro, we’ve seen some examples of surgeons using the headset to assist them during procedures. Now an orthopedic doctor in Brazil has used a Vision Pro to successfully operate on a patient with a rotator cuff tear......»»
Smart to show midsize #5 concept at Beijing show
The midsize #5 will be Smart's biggest model. It will launch in Europe in 2025......»»
Which countries are more at risk in the global supply chain?
Using firm-level data from the global supply network, researchers from the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) quantified countries' exposure to production losses caused by firm defaults in other countries. According to their findings, wealthy nations are o.....»»
Two NASA sounding rockets launch from Alaska during solar flare
Two Black Brant IX sounding rockets launched from Poker Flat Research Range in Fairbanks, Alaska, April 17, 2024, during an M-class solar flare for NASA's sounding rocket solar flare campaign......»»
AI for Earth: How NASA"s artificial intelligence and open science efforts combat climate change
As extreme weather events increase around the world due to climate change, the need for further research into our warming planet has increased as well. For NASA, climate research involves not only conducting studies of these events, but also empoweri.....»»
NASA Confirms Where the Space Junk That Hit a Florida House Came From
Space law just got a little more complicated......»»
"Green muscle memory" and climate education promote behavior change: Report
This year, organizers of Earth Day are calling for widespread climate education as a critical step in the fight against climate change......»»
The "devil comet" 12P/Pons-Brooks has finally become visible from Australia. What can we expect?
If you're a fan of all things space, you've doubtless heard about the "devil comet," which has been captivating keen-eyed observers in the northern hemisphere for the past few weeks. Now it's our turn, as comet 12P/Pons–Brooks is creeping into view.....»»
The first Google Pixel 9 Pro hands-on photos are here
The Google Pixel 9 Pro isn't expected to launch for a few months, but that hasn't stopped hands-on photos of the phone from already leaking......»»
The Dimensity 6300 is MediaTek’s Latest Mid-tier Chipset
MediaTek's latest launch brings some pretty nifty upgrades for midrange smart devices. The post The Dimensity 6300 is MediaTek’s Latest Mid-tier Chipset appeared first on Phandroid. MediaTek’s Dimensity-series chips are among s.....»»
Rocket Report: Starship could save Mars Sample Return; BE-4s for second Vulcan
Australia's first homemade orbital-class rocket makes an appearance on its launch pad. Enlarge / A BE-4 engine is moved into position on ULA's second Vulcan rocket. (credit: United Launch Alliance) Welcome to Edition 6.4.....»»
Boeing says it will cut SLS workforce “due to external factors”
"Boeing is reviewing and adjusting current staffing levels." Enlarge / The SLS rocket is seen on its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in August 2022. (credit: Trevor Mahlmann) On Thursday senior Boeing officials leadin.....»»
Bike Bus gains supporters as a way to promote sustainable and safe mobility
The Bike Bus movement has emerged as a powerful tool to promote road safety, sustainability and community. According to a global survey carried out by the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (IC.....»»
Meta’s ChatGPT killer is taking over your favorite apps
Step aside, ChatGPT. Meta's AI assistant is here, and it's coming to apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and more......»»
SpaceX and Northrop are working on a constellation of spy satellites
First launch of these operational vehicles may occur next month from California. Enlarge / A Falcon 9 rocket launches a Starlink mission in January 2020. (credit: SpaceX) SpaceX is reportedly working with at least one ma.....»»
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is coming this year and it’s twice as big as the original
The long-awaited Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 will launch later this year with a supersized open-world......»»
Mapping plant functional diversity from space: Ecosystem monitoring with novel field-satellite integration
An international team of researchers, led by Professor Jin Wu from the School of Biological Sciences at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has made a promising advancement in mapping plant functional traits from space using time-series satellite data.....»»
International experts issue renewed call for Global Plastics Treaty to be grounded in robust science
A letter from members of the Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty has been published in the journal Science days before the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) begins in Ottawa, Canada. With some di.....»»
A third of China"s urban population at risk of city sinking, new satellite data shows
Land subsidence is overlooked as a hazard in cities, according to scientists from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Virginia Tech. Writing in the journal Science, Prof Robert Nicholls of the Tyndall Center for Climate Change Research at UEA and.....»»