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From distant galaxies to front lines in Ukraine, this section follows international stories where science and geopolitics meet, with a clear interest in space and emerging technology.
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Astronomy takes a large share: the largest black hole yet measured, warped discs revealing how planets form, objects spotted by James Webb at the edge of the solar system and research on an unusual hydrogen atom. Physics also features through upgrades to the ALICE experiment at AGH University.
The geopolitical pieces cover China’s plans for a 500 mph train, orbital supercomputing and hypersonic research, Japan’s effort to clear space debris, Russia’s drone upgrades in Ukraine and a mid-flight incident involving Norway and a US bomb. Headlines are often sensational, so read the body of each article for the facts. Space enthusiasts should begin with the black hole and planet formation stories.
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This Frankenstein Hydrogen Atom With Six Neutrons Could Rewrite Everything We Thought We Knew About Atomic Structure
In an unprecedented breakthrough, an international team of researchers from the University of Mainz in Germany has achieved what was once deemed impossible: the synthesis…
“They Shouldn’t Be There”: James Webb Spots Bizarre Objects at Solar System’s Edge and Astronomers Say “This Defies All Models”
The James Webb Space Telescope is providing a remarkable glimpse into the universe, allowing scientists to explore the mysterious objects located at the edge of…
“We’ve Got a New Mystery on Our Hands”: Scientists Baffled by Strange, Unexplained Atmospheric Movement Above Saturn’s Titan
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These Massive Earth-Like Worlds Are Lurking Across the Galaxy: Scientists Confirm Super-Earths Are More Common Than Expected
Recent discoveries by international scientists have significantly reshaped our understanding of the universe, revealing that super-Earths are more common than previously thought. Utilizing data from…
“Prepare for the Unimaginable”: China’s Astounding Military Mega-Project Revealed: Largest 1,000 Acre Hub Dwarfs All Rivals
China’s latest military development has sent ripples through the international community, as satellite images reveal the construction of what could become the world’s largest underground…
“Revolutionizing Global Innovation”: South Korea Becomes First Asian Nation to Join This Prestigious $100 Billion Horizon Europe Program, Shaping the Future
In a significant step towards international scientific collaboration, South Korea has become the first Asian nation to join the Horizon Europe Programme, paving the way…