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NASA launches Link spacecraft to rescue falling Swift telescope
Katalyst Space Technologies launched the Link spacecraft to stabilize the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, which is losing altitude due to solar activity.
India investigates Tata Electronics data breach exposing iPhone 18 secrets
Government officials have launched an investigation into Tata Electronics following a ransomware attack by World Leaks. The breach exposed sensitive manufacturing specifications for Apple’s iPhone 18 and components for Tesla.
NASA launches robotic mission to rescue Swift observatory from orbit decay
A robotic spacecraft is attempting an unprecedented salvage mission to rescue the decaying Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from atmospheric reentry. This high-risk effort marks the first time an American robotic craft will attempt to service an uncrewed U.S. government satellite.
GJ 3378b identified as potentially habitable super-Earth 25 light-years away
New research indicates that GJ 3378b is a rocky super-Earth rather than a gas giant, making it a key candidate for future studies of habitability.
Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra to feature 16MP front camera upgrade
The upcoming Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra are expected to replace the 12MP front-facing camera with a 16MP sensor. These models will also feature 200MP main cameras and advancements in sensor and zoom technology.
Apple iPhone 17 Demand Boosts Asian Supplier Stocks
Strong pre-order demand for the iPhone 17 has led Apple to increase production, triggering gains for Asian supply chain partners. Investors are also monitoring Apple's evolving manufacturing balance between China and India.
University of Minnesota scientists create first synthetic SpudCell
University of Minnesota researchers have developed SpudCell, a synthetic construct that performs fundamental biological processes like growth and replication. This bottom-up engineering effort provides a platform for studying the threshold between inanimate matter and biological behavior.
ESO Study Warns 1.7 Million Satellites Threaten Future of Astronomy
An ESO study warns that the proposed launch of over 1.7 million satellites poses an existential threat to astronomy by causing severe light pollution. Researchers are advocating for a strict orbital limit of 100,000 satellites to preserve the viability of ground-based observations.
Antarctica froze before the Arctic due to tectonic uplift of mountains
New research reveals that tectonic mantle waves raised the Antarctic landscape, allowing ice to form millions of years before global cooling reached the Arctic.
Acinetobacter baumannii genome study reveals decades of superbug evolution
Researchers reconstructed the evolutionary history of Acinetobacter baumannii by sequencing samples dating back to the 1970s. The study reveals how the bacterium evolved in waves to acquire resistance traits and survive medical interventions.
Lamborghini Urus SE Performante debuts with 801 horsepower
Lamborghini has unveiled the 2027 Urus SE Performante, a track-focused plug-in hybrid SUV that pairs a twin-turbo V-8 with electric power to deliver 801 horsepower.
Vera C. Rubin Observatory begins decade-long cosmic survey of the sky
Equipped with the world's largest digital camera, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has begun a decade-long project to create a time-lapse of the sky. The survey aims to capture vast amounts of data to help researchers study dark energy, dark matter, and other celestial phenomena.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations expansion launches July 7
The upcoming DOOM: The Dark Ages expansion, Revelations, introduces an aggressive, mobility-focused combat style centered around the new Chain Spear weapon.
NASA mission to rescue Swift space telescope delayed by launch problem
A mission to boost the aging Swift gamma-ray telescope's orbit has been paused following a failure to deploy the rocket. NASA is evaluating if a secondary launch attempt is feasible.
ESO study warns massive satellite constellations threaten space observation
New research from the European Southern Observatory indicates that massive satellite constellations could damage astronomical research by creating light trails and elevating background sky brightness. Scientists are calling for an orbital cap to protect the ability to observe the cosmos.
Apple reportedly testing new iPad Pro models and redesigned MacBook Pro
Apple is testing performance-focused updates for its iPad Pro line and a visual redesign for its entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro for early 2027.
Planned 1.7 million satellites 'devastating' for astronomy: Study
A study by the European Southern Observatory warns that the rapid expansion of satellite constellations could render critical ground-based research impossible. Scientists are urging the FCC to implement strict regulatory limits to protect the night sky.
1.7 million planned satellites pose existential threat to astronomy
A new European Southern Observatory study warns that proposed satellite constellations could render ground-based astronomy impossible through massive light pollution and data interference.
NASA TESS mission identifies first exoplanet using gravitational microlensing
NASA's TESS satellite has successfully utilized gravitational microlensing to discover a super-Jupiter 40,000 light-years away, marking an evolution in its capabilities.
China to build space-ground monitoring network for asteroid defense
The China National Space Administration is building a comprehensive network of optical telescopes and space-based sensors to detect hazardous asteroids. This system aims to eliminate surveillance blind spots and protect Earth from potential space-borne threats.