Japanese Startup Ispace’s Attempt at Private Moon Landing Fails

Japanese Startup Ispace’s Attempt at Private Moon Landing Fails

Japanese startup ispace inc announced that their attempt to make the first private moon landing failed, as they lost contact with their Hakuto-R Mission 1 (M1) lander, leading them to assume that it most likely crashed on the lunar surface. This marks the second major setback for private space development in a week, following SpaceX’s … Read more

“Meghan criticizes British media over coronation absence, citing letters to King Charles expressing concerns about royal family’s unconscious bias”

“Meghan criticizes British media over coronation absence, citing letters to King Charles expressing concerns about royal family’s unconscious bias”

Meghan, the wife of Prince Harry, recently spoke out against the British media for their coverage of her decision not to attend the upcoming coronation of King Charles, citing reports that letters exchanged between her and the now king played a role in her decision. According to The Daily Telegraph, Meghan had written to King … Read more

India is expected to surpass China as the most populous nation, with an estimated population of 1.4286 billion by mid-year 2021, according to the UNFPA’s “State of World Population Report”. China’s population is estimated at 1.4257 billion, with the United States a distant third at 340 million.

India is expected to surpass China as the most populous nation, with an estimated population of 1.4286 billion by mid-year 2021, according to the UNFPA’s “State of World Population Report”. China’s population is estimated at 1.4257 billion, with the United States a distant third at 340 million.

According to data released by the United Nations, India is set to surpass China as the world’s most populous country, with an estimated population of 1.4286 billion by mid-year, compared to China’s estimated population of 1.4257 billion, or 2.9 million fewer. Although both countries will account for more than a third of the global population, growth rates … Read more

Dollar Falls as Investors Await Inflation Data

Dollar Falls as Investors Await Inflation Data

The United States dollar weakened on Monday, amid anticipation of inflation data that is set to be released later this week. Investors are keeping a close eye on the figures, as rising inflation could lead to the Federal Reserve tightening its monetary policy sooner than planned. The greenback’s dip comes after a strong stretch in … Read more

Philippine toy maker creates life-like plushies of deceased pets for grieving owners using synthetic fur and customer-provided photos.

Philippine toy maker creates life-like plushies of deceased pets for grieving owners using synthetic fur and customer-provided photos.

David Tan, a toy maker in the Philippines, is inundated with requests from grieving pet owners asking him to create stuffed replicas of their deceased animals. Tan and his team use photographs of the pets to create life-like stuffed toys using synthetic fur, which is airbrushed to reproduce the creatures’ colors and physical characteristics. The … Read more

Colombia plans to evacuate area around Nevado del Ruiz volcano

Colombia plans to evacuate area around Nevado del Ruiz volcano

Colombia is home to many natural wonders, including the Nevado del Ruiz volcano. While this majestic mountain has impressed tourists and locals alike, it also poses a significant risk to those living in the surrounding areas due to the potential for volcanic activity. As the threat of an eruption looms, Colombian authorities are taking steps … Read more

Late 2023 anticipated for New Shepard rocket’s return to flight, says Blue Origin.

Late 2023 anticipated for New Shepard rocket’s return to flight, says Blue Origin.

Blue Origin, the spacecraft manufacturer founded by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, announced that its New Shepard rocket may make a comeback to the skies in late 2023. This news marks a significant milestone in Blue Origin’s effort to create reusable rockets capable of launching manned space flights for both private individuals and government organizations. With this … Read more