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10 Days On, Search For Human Presence In Telangana Tunnel Rescue Ops Underway
The challenging conditions inside the tunnel, including slush and water, complicated the efforts of both rescue personnel and scientists.
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China Names Its Moon Spacesuit and Rover Ahead of Lunar Mission
China has named its lunar spacesuit "Wangyu" and rover "Tansuo," crucial for its human moon landing plans by 2030. The prototype development phase is in progress, with extensive testing conducted. Additional mission components, including the "Mengzhou" spacecraft and "Lanyue" lunar lander, have also been named. The construction of essential infrast...
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This Rs 1,000 Crore Underwater Base To Make Living Below Sea Possible By 2027
A company is making a new underwater base, set to house humans 200 meters below sea level, that could revolutionise ocean exploration.
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Microplastics Found in Human Brain Tissue, Study Shows Rising Levels
A study has detected microplastics and nanoplastics in human brain tissue, showing a 50 percent increase in levels over recent years. The findings suggest these particles may bypass the blood-brain barrier, leading to concerns over potential health effects. Experts are now focusing on how these plastics enter the brain and their possible role in ne...
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Chimpanzees’ Task Performance Improves With Human Audience, Study Finds
A study published in iScience found that chimpanzees performed better on challenging tasks when observed by humans. The research, conducted by Kyoto University, revealed that the presence of a larger human audience improved performance on difficult tasks, while simpler tasks saw a decline in accuracy. This suggests that the audience effect, often l...
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NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer Set to Explore Moon’s Water Cycle and Ice Locations
NASA’s upcoming Lunar Trailblazer mission aims to explore and map water on the Moon. Set for launch next year, this satellite will utilise advanced instruments to identify and measure water in various forms. It will investigate permanently shadowed craters and surface features to gather insights about lunar water's origins and its potential for f...
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Microplastics In Human Urinary Tract Highlight Urgent Water Safety Issues: Study
Led by Bond University researchers, the review analyzed 18 studies, confirming the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in 54% of urine samples, 70% of kidney samples, and 68% of bladder cancer cases.
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Elon Musk Believes He Might Be Dead Before Humans Settle on Mars, Here's Why
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, has openly questioned whether he will live to see humans colonize Mars. Speaking at the Satellite 2020 conference, Musk highlighted the slow pace of advancements in space travel and the enormous challenges that remain. Despite the remarkable achievements of SpaceX, including the successful launches of Falcon 9 and ...
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Singapore Recalls Everest Fish Curry Masala, Alleges Presence Of Pesticide
Singapore has recalled Everest Fish Curry Masala, a popular spice product imported from India, alleging the presence of elevated levels of ethylene oxide, a pesticide deemed unsuitable for human consumption in the spice blend.
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US Moon Lander Odysseus Shows "Crescent " Earth In Farewell Image
"This image from February 22nd showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity's presence in the universe," Intuitive Machines wrote on X.
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Who Is Shanya Gill? US-based Indian-Origin Girl Who Designed Rapid Fire-Detection Device
Shanya Gill received the top award in a junior innovators challenge for designing her fire detection device.
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Mahsa Amini's Father Detained By Iran's Forces On Her Death Anniversary
The father of Mahsa Amini was briefly detained on Saturday, human rights groups said, amid a heavy security force presence on the first anniversary of his daughter's death in Iranian police custody that sparked months of anti-government protests.
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ISRO to Conduct Key Test for Gaganyaan Space Mission in October
India is set to conduct a key test in its ambitious crewed space mission Gaganyaan as early as next month, the project director of the mission R Hutton told Reuters. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is currently training four astronauts and looking to expand the cohort as it aims for more future manned missions, Hutton said.
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Microplastics In Clouds: Japanese Scientists Make Worrying, Yet Unique Discovery
Outdoor observations carried out by Japanese researchers have, for the very first time, confirmed the presence of microplastics in clouds.
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India Should Go For Younger Cheetahs Habituated To Human Presence: African Experts
Younger cheetahs that are habituated to management vehicles and human presence are preferred candidates for relocation to India, international experts involved in Project Cheetah have told the government based on lessons learnt.
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10 Days On, Search For Human Presence In Telangana Tunnel Rescue Ops Underway
The challenging conditions inside the tunnel, including slush and water, complicated the efforts of both rescue personnel and scientists.
-
China Names Its Moon Spacesuit and Rover Ahead of Lunar Mission
China has named its lunar spacesuit "Wangyu" and rover "Tansuo," crucial for its human moon landing plans by 2030. The prototype development phase is in progress, with extensive testing conducted. Additional mission components, including the "Mengzhou" spacecraft and "Lanyue" lunar lander, have also been named. The construction of essential infrast...
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This Rs 1,000 Crore Underwater Base To Make Living Below Sea Possible By 2027
A company is making a new underwater base, set to house humans 200 meters below sea level, that could revolutionise ocean exploration.
-
Microplastics Found in Human Brain Tissue, Study Shows Rising Levels
A study has detected microplastics and nanoplastics in human brain tissue, showing a 50 percent increase in levels over recent years. The findings suggest these particles may bypass the blood-brain barrier, leading to concerns over potential health effects. Experts are now focusing on how these plastics enter the brain and their possible role in ne...
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Chimpanzees’ Task Performance Improves With Human Audience, Study Finds
A study published in iScience found that chimpanzees performed better on challenging tasks when observed by humans. The research, conducted by Kyoto University, revealed that the presence of a larger human audience improved performance on difficult tasks, while simpler tasks saw a decline in accuracy. This suggests that the audience effect, often l...
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NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer Set to Explore Moon’s Water Cycle and Ice Locations
NASA’s upcoming Lunar Trailblazer mission aims to explore and map water on the Moon. Set for launch next year, this satellite will utilise advanced instruments to identify and measure water in various forms. It will investigate permanently shadowed craters and surface features to gather insights about lunar water's origins and its potential for f...
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Microplastics In Human Urinary Tract Highlight Urgent Water Safety Issues: Study
Led by Bond University researchers, the review analyzed 18 studies, confirming the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in 54% of urine samples, 70% of kidney samples, and 68% of bladder cancer cases.
-
Elon Musk Believes He Might Be Dead Before Humans Settle on Mars, Here's Why
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, has openly questioned whether he will live to see humans colonize Mars. Speaking at the Satellite 2020 conference, Musk highlighted the slow pace of advancements in space travel and the enormous challenges that remain. Despite the remarkable achievements of SpaceX, including the successful launches of Falcon 9 and ...
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Singapore Recalls Everest Fish Curry Masala, Alleges Presence Of Pesticide
Singapore has recalled Everest Fish Curry Masala, a popular spice product imported from India, alleging the presence of elevated levels of ethylene oxide, a pesticide deemed unsuitable for human consumption in the spice blend.
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US Moon Lander Odysseus Shows "Crescent " Earth In Farewell Image
"This image from February 22nd showcases the crescent Earth in the backdrop, a subtle reminder of humanity's presence in the universe," Intuitive Machines wrote on X.
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Who Is Shanya Gill? US-based Indian-Origin Girl Who Designed Rapid Fire-Detection Device
Shanya Gill received the top award in a junior innovators challenge for designing her fire detection device.
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Mahsa Amini's Father Detained By Iran's Forces On Her Death Anniversary
The father of Mahsa Amini was briefly detained on Saturday, human rights groups said, amid a heavy security force presence on the first anniversary of his daughter's death in Iranian police custody that sparked months of anti-government protests.
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ISRO to Conduct Key Test for Gaganyaan Space Mission in October
India is set to conduct a key test in its ambitious crewed space mission Gaganyaan as early as next month, the project director of the mission R Hutton told Reuters. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is currently training four astronauts and looking to expand the cohort as it aims for more future manned missions, Hutton said.
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Microplastics In Clouds: Japanese Scientists Make Worrying, Yet Unique Discovery
Outdoor observations carried out by Japanese researchers have, for the very first time, confirmed the presence of microplastics in clouds.
-
India Should Go For Younger Cheetahs Habituated To Human Presence: African Experts
Younger cheetahs that are habituated to management vehicles and human presence are preferred candidates for relocation to India, international experts involved in Project Cheetah have told the government based on lessons learnt.
