No further investments in Virgin Galactic, says Richard Branson
Branson's business empire "no longer has the deepest pockets." Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson. (credit: Eric Berger) Sir Richard Branson has ruled out putting more money into his lossmaking space travel company.....»»
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor will mine hours of auto-shooting joy from your life
This Vampire-like converted a skeptic, even in its closed early-access form. Enlarge / Rock, stone, bugs, XP crystals, and a flying helper robot that is hopelessly outmatched: Welcome to Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor. (credit: Gho.....»»
Strategic investments in five countries hold the key to tackling climate challenges in livestock production: Study
To address the climate crisis, a paradigm shift in the global livestock sector is not an option—it is a necessity. But how and where should this transformation occur?.....»»
Italian researchers reach the edge of space, flying aboard Virgin Galactic"s rocket-powered plane
A team of Italian researchers reached the edge of space Thursday morning, flying aboard Virgin Galactic's rocket-powered plane as the company prepares for monthly commercial flights......»»
Branson’s Virgin Galactic to fly its first customers to space today
After years of setbacks, Virgin Galactic's commercial debut is finally here. Enlarge / Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity rocket plane takes off under the fuselage of its carrier aircraft in this photo from a previous test flight. (cred.....»»
After long wait, Virgin Galactic begins commercial spaceflights
Virgin Galactic is set Thursday to finally begin commercial spaceflights, a major milestone for the company founded in 2004 by British billionaire Richard Branson......»»
Virgin Galactic video shows what’s in store for first commercial passengers
Virgin Galactic is set to launch its first commercial rocket-powered ride on Thursday. This video shows what the passengers can expect......»»
Q&A: Astrophysicists study primordial gases to investigate how galaxies are born
Studying the universe isn't easy, and not just because of the massive distances involved. If you want to study the galactic nurseries where stars and galaxies form, you often have to look at areas of the universe where there isn't any visible light,.....»»
How to watch Virgin Galactic’s first commercial rocket flight on Thursday
After years of testing its rocket-powered plane, Virgin Galactic is finally ready to launch its first commercial flight. Here's how to watch......»»
Renault"s Alpine F1 team gets investment from Hollywood actors
A group of investors, including the investments arm of U.S. actor Ryan Reynolds, has put $218 million into Renault's Alpine Racing division......»»
Rocket Report: Electron scoops up Virgin launch, ULA flies first 2023 mission
"In microlaunchers that balance is on a knife’s edge." Enlarge / United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy rocket takes flight early on Thursday morning carrying the NROL-68 mission. (credit: Trevor Mahlmann) Welcome to.....»»
Security investments that help companies navigate the macroeconomic climate
As data transformation progresses, cyber attacks are among the most significant growing threats to the enterprise. As seen in the recent MOVEit situation, enterprises must immediately enact cybersecurity solutions that are right for them. Every enter.....»»
Stars collided in galactic “demolition derby,” produced oddball gamma-ray burst
Such oddball events tell astronomers a lot about spectacular diversity of cosmic explosions. Enlarge / Astronomers studying a powerful gamma-ray burst (GRB) may have observed a never-before-seen way to destroy a star. (credit: In.....»»
How long is Final Fantasy 16?
JRPGs can be massive investments of over 100 hours, or sometimes as little as 10 to 20. If you're wondering where Final Fantasy 16 ends up, we have the answer......»»
This 15th-century manuscript mentions a Monty Python-esque killer rabbit
Richard Heege was clearly a medieval scribe with a sense of humor. Enlarge / Scholar: The 15th-century "Heege manuscript" could be a rare written record of a live minstrel performance. (credit: YouTube/University of Cambridge).....»»
Virgin Galactic to send Italian researchers to space, then regular commercial flights
Virgin Galactic announced Thursday that monthly commercial flights to the edge of space will begin for ticket-holders in August, following a research flight planned for the end of June......»»
Virgin Galactic reveals date for its first commercial spaceflight
Virgin Galactic's first commercial flight is a scientific research mission, while the second one will carry passengers who each paid up to $450,000......»»
This 15th century manuscript mentions a Monty Python-esque killer rabbit
Richard Heege was clearly a medieval scribe with a sense of humor. Enlarge / Scholar: The 15th century "Heege manuscript" could be a rare written record of a live minstrel performance. (credit: YouTube/University of Cambridge).....»»
Automotive groups ask FTC for swift enforcement of counterfeiting law
In a letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, MEMA and the Automotive Anti-Counterfeiting Council said significant investments and innovations directed at improving vehicle safety in the U.S. are being thwarted by the us.....»»
Opinion: Virgin Galactic"s use of the "Overview Effect" to promote space tourism is a terrible irony
Virgin Galactic, the space tourism company founded in 2004 by Richard Branson, promotes its flights as offering "a brand new perspective: Deepen your connection to Earth and to humanity with the transformational experience known as the Overview Effec.....»»
GM could reap billions by building combustion trucks and SUVs through 2035
GM announced investments in five plants in the United States and Canada, without providing details on products or timing, other than to say the plants will continue to build full-size ICE vehicles......»»