China’s Youngest Astronaut Crew Reaches Space

China celebrated a major achievement in space exploration as its Shenzhou 19 mission successfully launched, sending its youngest astronauts to the Tiangong space station. This historic launch includes China’s first female space engineer, marking a significant milestone for China’s space program and its ambitions to lead in global space exploration. Shenzhou 19 Mission: A New …

Instagram Users Face Direct Messaging Outage

Instagram users are facing significant issues with direct messaging. Many report being unable to communicate within the app. This outage began around 7 a.m. ET, according to Downdetector, a site that tracks online service disruptions. Major cities like New York City, Los Angeles, and Dallas are among the most affected. Global Impact The outage isn’t …

TikTok Founder Zhang Yiming Becomes China’s Wealthiest Person

Zhang Yiming, co-founder of ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, has become China’s wealthiest individual, with a fortune now estimated at $49.3 billion, according to the Hurun Research Institute. The 41-year-old’s wealth surged by 43% from 2023, driven by ByteDance’s strong global performance. Zhang, who stepped down from an active role in the company in 2021, still …

SpaceX to Launch Another Batch of Starlink Satellites

SpaceX plans to launch another batch of its Starlink internet satellites from Florida’s Space Coast this evening, October 26. This mission will add to the growing Starlink megaconstellation, which aims to provide global internet coverage. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 22 Starlink spacecraft is set to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The …

NASA Astronaut Hospitalized After SpaceX Mission Return

WASHINGTON: A NASA astronaut was hospitalized Friday after returning from an eight-month mission on the International Space Station (ISS). NASA has withheld the astronaut’s name and the specific health issue for privacy. The astronaut landed off Florida’s coast aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule, accompanied by two other NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut. The spacecraft, …

Oppo Find X8 Series Set for Global Launch in November

Oppo has officially revealed that its latest flagship lineup, the Oppo Find X8 series, is preparing for a global launch in November. Following their unveiling in China, the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro are poised to enter key markets, sparking anticipation among tech enthusiasts eager to experience the new smartphones. Global Release Next Month …

SpaceX’s Crew-8 Mission Successfully Returns Astronauts After 7Months in Space

SpaceX’s Crew-8 mission has safely returned a team of NASA and Roscosmos astronauts to Earth after an extended seven-month stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The mission, which experienced several delays due to weather and scheduling challenges, marks another successful return for SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, underscoring its importance for ongoing space exploration missions. Key …

India Approves $119 Million Fund to Boost Space Startups

India’s space industry is set to receive a significant boost with the government’s approval of a $119 million fund for space startups in India. Announced on Thursday, this fund will benefit around 40 startups as the country aims to increase its presence in the global commercial space market by 2033. Empowering Space Startups The government’s …

WhatsApp Introduces Encrypted Contact Databases

WhatsApp has unveiled a new privacy-focused encrypted storage system, Identity Proof Linked Storage (IPLS), aimed at enhancing contact management security. This innovative system addresses two major issues that WhatsApp users faced for years. Losing your phone shouldn’t mean losing your contacts! WhatsApp’s new feature eliminates the risk of losing your contact list and finally makes …

Apple Declares iPhone 17 to Be “Most Ambitious Product”

Apple has made a significant announcement regarding its hardware engineering team, with three executives being promoted to vice president roles. This reshuffling comes amid a series of leadership changes and is part of Apple’s ongoing strategy to innovate and restructure. John Ternus, Apple’s head of hardware engineering, has promoted Richard Dinh, Dave Pakula, and Donny …

Qualcomm introduces cores for phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite

Qualcomm has launched its latest high-end chip for flagship smartphones, the Snapdragon 8 Elite, bringing laptop-class CPU architecture to mobile devices. The new chip features an enhanced version of the Oryon CPU architecture, previously seen in the Snapdragon X Elite chips used in Windows PCs earlier this year. Snapdragon 8 Elite: Qualcomm’s Next-Gen Chip Delivers …

Halley’s Comet Debris Sparks Orionid Meteor Shower This Week

The famous Halley’s Comet, currently halfway through its 76-year orbit around the sun, won’t be visible until 2061. However, its debris is lighting up Earth’s night sky in the form of the Orionid meteor shower. The Orionids will peak Sunday night into Monday, offering a stunning celestial display. Sky-gazers can expect to see around 10 …

Journalist Ken Klippenstein Suspended from X for Publishing Senator’s Dossier

Independent journalist Ken Klippenstein faced a temporary suspension from X, formerly known as Twitter. His suspension came after he published a dossier on Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio) and promoted it on the platform. X stated that Klippenstein violated its rules by sharing unredacted personal information. Specifically, he shared Vance’s physical addresses and parts of his …

Criticism Mounts as NASA’s Artemis Program Faces Rising Costs and Delays

NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the moon, faces increasing criticism. Rising costs and ongoing delays have raised concerns among experts and enthusiasts. Nearly $100 billion has been spent since the program began, yet no astronauts have traveled to space. Critics, including fiscal watchdogs, argue that Artemis has become a financial disaster. …

Orionid Meteor Shower Set to Peak This Week

The annual Orionid meteor shower is set to peak this week. This celestial event results from the dust left behind by Halley’s comet as it travels around the sun every 76 years. The shower will be active from September 26 through November 22, with the peak occurring in the early hours of Monday, October 21. …

Remote Lung Cancer Surgery Performed 5,000 KM Apart in China

Shanghai: In a significant medical achievement, surgeons successfully performed a remote robot-assisted lung cancer surgery in China’s Xinjiang region. They collaborated with the Shanghai Chest Hospital, using China’s cutting-edge “smart” medical technology. Foreign media reports confirm that this surgery overcame geographical barriers and marks a new milestone in robotic surgery. Experts are celebrating this operation …

Mysterious Blobs Wash Up on Canada’s Beaches, Investigation Underway

Mysterious white blobs have been washing up on Newfoundland’s beaches for over a month. This unusual phenomenon has sparked an investigation by Canadian authorities. Locals and government scientists are puzzled by the sudden appearance of these strange masses. Beachcombers in Newfoundland often encounter flotsam from the Atlantic. However, the appearance of these blobs has baffled …

Israel Launches Cyberattack on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities

Iran has conveyed a warning after Israel launched cyberattack on iran’s nuclear facilities . The message reportedly addressed Iran’s potential response to any future Israeli attacks. This came after Iran suffered a series of heavy cyberattacks on its government institutions, Asharq Al-Awsat reported on Saturday. Iranian Government Hit by Cyberattacks According to Iran International, three …

Tanager-1 A New Era in Monitoring Climate Change

The non-profit organization Carbon Mapper is stepping up the fight against climate change. They are using advanced satellite technology to monitor greenhouse gas emissions closely. This innovative approach demonstrates how high-tech environmental monitoring can inspire real action and foster creative solutions. Tanager-1 Satellite Launch The recent launch of the Tanager-1 satellite marks a significant achievement …

SpaceX Achieves Historic Recovery with Fifth Starship Test Flight

SpaceX successfully launched its fifth Starship test flight on Sunday, making a groundbreaking recovery of its towering first-stage Super Heavy booster. This is the first time SpaceX has utilized large metal arms attached to the launch tower to catch the booster mid-landing. The rocket lifted off at 7:25 am (12:25 GMT) from SpaceX’s launch facility …

Google Enhances Protections Against Evolving AI-Driven Gmail Attacks

Google has implemented advanced security measures to protect Gmail accounts. The hackers are also adapting with increasingly sophisticated attacks. With over 2.5 billion users, Gmail is a prime target for cybercriminals. Here’s what you need to know. Scary Sophistication of AI-Driven Scams Sam Mitrovic, a Microsoft solutions consultant, recently warned about a “super realistic AI …

FAA Approves SpaceX Falcon 9 Return to Flight After Investigation

WASHINGTON: The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket to return to flight on Friday. This came after the agency reviewed and accepted SpaceX’s investigation findings and corrective actions following a mishap on September 28. Earlier, on September 30, the FAA had grounded the Falcon 9. It demanded SpaceX investigate why the …

TikTok Champions Mental Health Awareness This October

This October, TikTok is taking a proactive stance in promoting mental health awareness and combating cyberbullying. The platform is launching a special campaign, #MentalHealthAwareness – Better Together, in partnership with Headspace, a leading meditation and mindfulness app. This initiative aims to raise awareness about mental health issues, promote digital literacy, and create a safer, more …

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