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Increased Seismic Activity at Mount Spurr Raises Eruption Concerns
Seismic activity at Mount Spurr, Alaska, has intensified over the past ten months, with recent earthquakes shifting towards Crater Peak, a vent that erupted in 1992 and 1953. Scientists estimate a 50 percent chance of an eruption at Crater Peak, though the main crater remains stable. If an eruption occurs, ashfall and air travel disruptions could b...
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NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions
NASA and General Atomics conducted key tests on nuclear reactor fuel at Marshall Space Flight Center. The fuel was exposed to extreme temperatures to assess its viability for nuclear thermal propulsion. With successful results, the technology could enable faster space travel, reducing risks for astronauts on long-duration missions. NASA and DARPA a...
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Why Are People In Their 30s Suffering From Cardiac Arrest?
Park Min-jae, a South Korean actor has died at the age of 32 from a cardiac arrest while travelling to China. Below we discuss some common factors that may be at play for the increase risk of CA in youngsters.
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Scientists Test Mobile Tower-Based GPS Signals That Could Help Pilots in Emergency Situations
Scientists are developing a navigation system that uses mobile signals as an emergency backup for pilots when GPS systems fail. Tested with high-altitude weather balloons, the system detects signals from cell towers and satellites, providing crucial data for navigation. Although challenges remain, early results indicate its potential to revolutioni...
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US Extends Restrictions For Commercial Flights Over Iraq Until 2027
The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday extended the restrictions on commercial airlines over Iraq for US flights for another three years citing risks to flights.
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Woman Calls In Sick To Catch A Flight, Then Bumps Into Manager On Plane
A woman who took the risk of calling in sick at work to catch a flight recently recounted the awkward moment when her manager ended up on the same plane.
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UK Court Rejects Fugitive Nirav Modi's Fresh Bail, Cites "Real" Flight Risk
Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, who has been in a London prison for over five years, on Tuesday filed a new bail application which was rejected by a UK judge who ruled that he continued to pose a "substantial risk" of absconding justice.
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Woman Criticises Air India Services Despite Rs 4.5 Lakh Ticket, Video Viral
She mentioned a "dangerous situation" where a broken seat handle posed a potential risk to her toddler, with wires coming out of the system.
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Risk Of "Donkey Flights" As Illegal Migration Rises In Punjab, Haryana
Illegal immigration by young Indians to countries such as the US, the UK, and Canada has come under spotlight as a plane carrying suspected victims of human trafficking was rerouted to India.
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Flights In US Could Face Delays From July 1. And It Has A Connection To 5G
US Transportation Secretary warned of possible delays starting July 1 for airplanes that have not yet had radio altimeters updated to address potential 5G C-Band interference
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Everton, Leicester City And Leeds United At Risk On Premier League's Survival Sunday
Everton are the one side in full control of their own fate as victory at home to Bournemouth will extend their stay in the top flight to 70 years
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NASA, IIT-Madras Researchers Study Microbes on ISS to Understand Risks Associated With Space Travel
NASA researchers, along with a team from IIT-Madras, have studied the interactions between microbes in the International Space Station (ISS). The study would help devise strategies for the disinfection of space stations to minimise any potential impact of microbes on the health of astronauts.
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Australia Accuses China Of "Dangerous" Interception Over South China Sea
Australia on Sunday accused the Chinese military of putting an Australian Defence Force flight crew at risk when their plane was intercepted late last month over the South China Sea.
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EU Regulator Warns Of Potential Risk To Civil Flights Amid Ukraine War
The European Union's Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulator warned on Thursday of increased risks to airlines due to the war in Ukraine.
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"Grave Offence", But Minister's Son "No Flight Risk": UP To Supreme Court
Ashish Mishra, Union minister Ajay Mishra's son who is accused ofrunning over farmers in Lakhimpur Keri, is "not a flight risk", the Uttar Pradesh government told the Supreme Court today.
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Increased Seismic Activity at Mount Spurr Raises Eruption Concerns
Seismic activity at Mount Spurr, Alaska, has intensified over the past ten months, with recent earthquakes shifting towards Crater Peak, a vent that erupted in 1992 and 1953. Scientists estimate a 50 percent chance of an eruption at Crater Peak, though the main crater remains stable. If an eruption occurs, ashfall and air travel disruptions could b...
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NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions
NASA and General Atomics conducted key tests on nuclear reactor fuel at Marshall Space Flight Center. The fuel was exposed to extreme temperatures to assess its viability for nuclear thermal propulsion. With successful results, the technology could enable faster space travel, reducing risks for astronauts on long-duration missions. NASA and DARPA a...
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Why Are People In Their 30s Suffering From Cardiac Arrest?
Park Min-jae, a South Korean actor has died at the age of 32 from a cardiac arrest while travelling to China. Below we discuss some common factors that may be at play for the increase risk of CA in youngsters.
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Scientists Test Mobile Tower-Based GPS Signals That Could Help Pilots in Emergency Situations
Scientists are developing a navigation system that uses mobile signals as an emergency backup for pilots when GPS systems fail. Tested with high-altitude weather balloons, the system detects signals from cell towers and satellites, providing crucial data for navigation. Although challenges remain, early results indicate its potential to revolutioni...
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US Extends Restrictions For Commercial Flights Over Iraq Until 2027
The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday extended the restrictions on commercial airlines over Iraq for US flights for another three years citing risks to flights.
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Woman Calls In Sick To Catch A Flight, Then Bumps Into Manager On Plane
A woman who took the risk of calling in sick at work to catch a flight recently recounted the awkward moment when her manager ended up on the same plane.
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UK Court Rejects Fugitive Nirav Modi's Fresh Bail, Cites "Real" Flight Risk
Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, who has been in a London prison for over five years, on Tuesday filed a new bail application which was rejected by a UK judge who ruled that he continued to pose a "substantial risk" of absconding justice.
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Woman Criticises Air India Services Despite Rs 4.5 Lakh Ticket, Video Viral
She mentioned a "dangerous situation" where a broken seat handle posed a potential risk to her toddler, with wires coming out of the system.
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Risk Of "Donkey Flights" As Illegal Migration Rises In Punjab, Haryana
Illegal immigration by young Indians to countries such as the US, the UK, and Canada has come under spotlight as a plane carrying suspected victims of human trafficking was rerouted to India.
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Flights In US Could Face Delays From July 1. And It Has A Connection To 5G
US Transportation Secretary warned of possible delays starting July 1 for airplanes that have not yet had radio altimeters updated to address potential 5G C-Band interference
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Everton, Leicester City And Leeds United At Risk On Premier League's Survival Sunday
Everton are the one side in full control of their own fate as victory at home to Bournemouth will extend their stay in the top flight to 70 years
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NASA, IIT-Madras Researchers Study Microbes on ISS to Understand Risks Associated With Space Travel
NASA researchers, along with a team from IIT-Madras, have studied the interactions between microbes in the International Space Station (ISS). The study would help devise strategies for the disinfection of space stations to minimise any potential impact of microbes on the health of astronauts.
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Australia Accuses China Of "Dangerous" Interception Over South China Sea
Australia on Sunday accused the Chinese military of putting an Australian Defence Force flight crew at risk when their plane was intercepted late last month over the South China Sea.
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EU Regulator Warns Of Potential Risk To Civil Flights Amid Ukraine War
The European Union's Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulator warned on Thursday of increased risks to airlines due to the war in Ukraine.
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"Grave Offence", But Minister's Son "No Flight Risk": UP To Supreme Court
Ashish Mishra, Union minister Ajay Mishra's son who is accused ofrunning over farmers in Lakhimpur Keri, is "not a flight risk", the Uttar Pradesh government told the Supreme Court today.
