China’s Tiangong research has made a major breakthrough, successfully producing oxygen and rocket fuel essential for long-haul crewed missions. A series of 12 experiments on board the space station have used semiconductor catalysts to convert carbon dioxide and water into oxygen and ethylene, a hydrocarbon that can be used as propellant. The tests simulated natural … Read more
SpaceX successfully launched its latest batch of Starlink satellites at midnight Tuesday, but there may have been additional satellites on board as well. The Falcon 9 rocket took off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at 12:24 a.m. EST. The launch, known as the Starlink 13-1 mission, used the previous Falcon 9 booster B1083 for the … Read more
A rare collection of two pages of lyrics written by Nobel Prize-winning musician Bob Dylan has sold for over $500,000. The lyrics, from his 1965 chart-topper “Mr. Tambourine Man,” were part of the personal trove of rock ‘n’ roll journalist Al Aronowitz, who chronicled the careers of artists and musicians in the 1960s. The drafts … Read more
Federal officials have announced multiple housing assistance programs for Los Angeles County residents displaced by the January wildfires. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is offering several options, including hotel stays and rental support. Eligible residents will receive notification through automated calls, texts, or emails about participating in the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program. In … Read more
North Korea’s involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine has been exposed after two North Korean troops were captured. The prisoners, who have not been named, are believed to be among around 300 dead and 2,700 injured soldiers sent by Pyongyang to fight in the conflict. The North Koreans are facing fierce fighting on both flanks … Read more
The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 is finally here, and this year’s event promises to be a game-changer for the tech world. As we count down to the launch, expectations are high for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, which is expected to bring significant upgrades in camera capabilities, AI-powered features, and performance. The star … Read more
The St. Louis Blues recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in a shootout at T-Mobile Arena on Monday. The win marked the Blues’ third victory in four games, despite being down 4-2 late in the third period. Jake Neighbours and Brayden Schenn scored for St. Louis after Jack Eichel … Read more
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have announced they will limit their attacks on ships passing through the Red Sea corridor to only those affiliated with Israel. The move, made via email to shippers and others, comes as a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip entered its second day. The Houthis’ decision, made by their Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center, … Read more
Rockstar Games’ upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to drive growth in the video game industry this year, according to a recent presentation by Epyllion CEO Matthew Ball. The game will be released solely on consoles and is predicted to have a mixed impact on the market due to its high price tag. Some … Read more
A knowledge gap around cervical screenings is costing lives, according to the Eve Appeal charity. The test, which detects human papillomavirus (HPV), is thought to save 5,000 lives annually in the UK but many women do not receive it. Research commissioned by the charity found that most women are unaware of adjustments they can make … Read more