Nasa’s Artemis II mission successfully lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center on Tuesday, marking the first crewed journey toward the Moon in more than 50 years since Apollo 17. The mission, using the powerful Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft, will see four astronauts orbit the Moon and return safely to Earth…
Indian-origin founder Anita Ratnam shared US hate incidents, highlighting abuse faced by Indian-origin individuals/Image: Getty Images An Indian-origin founder has raised concerns over a rise in hate incidents targeting Indians living in the United States, calling for urgent attention and support through a post on X.Anita Ratnam, popular Indian dancer and founder of Narthaki.com, described…
However, the return of human beings to deep space is not just about powerful rockets and advanced navigation systems. Rather, it is also about managing the most basic human needs in an environment where nothing behaves as it does on Earth. NASA has recently launched the Artemis II mission, which is the first human mission…
Artemis II’s mission is drawing attention not only for its technical milestones but also for something immediately noticeable. The crew, including Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch from NASA, along with Jeremy Hansen of the Canadian Space Agency, have stepped into bright orange suits that stand out instantly. The bold colour may catch the…
In 1997, Soufrière Hills erupted and entombed the city of Plymouth on the island of Montserrat. The capital, which was once a bustling centre for commerce, was covered in many feet of ash and debris within a few hours, leading to a permanent evacuation. The Montserrat Volcano Observatory states that over 80 per cent of…
The United States military has reportedly drawn up an extraordinary wartime contingency plan at the request of Donald Trump which involves a high-risk operation to seize Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium. The move could mark one of the most ambitious and unprecedented military missions in modern history, according to a Washington Post report, which…
In April of 1986, what was intended to be a routine safety test at a nuclear power plant in the Soviet Union turned into one of the worst disasters in the history of humanity. The Chornobyl disaster was more than just an engineering failure; it was also an issue of human error, reactor design, and…
White House faith advisor Paula White is currently facing massive scrutiny online due to her recent songs of praise for the US President. On Wednesday, Donald Trump hosted an Easter event at the White House with evangelical groups. During one of the segments of the private event, Pastor Paula White-Cain was invited to address the…
Launched on April 1, 2026, the four Artemis II astronauts are currently in high Earth orbit, completing critical checkouts of the Orion spacecraft. With a successful launch from Kennedy Space Centre, the crew, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, will be conducting proximity operations while performing manual piloting test runs. After a…
MoHRE warned unlicensed domestic worker recruitment agencies face shutdowns, heavy fines and legal action/Representative Image A firm warning has been issued in the UAE over the illegal recruitment of domestic workers, with authorities making it clear that unlicensed activity will face immediate and serious consequences. The move is aimed at tightening oversight in the labour…