Technology

NASA has identified a massive asteroid, designated 2003 MH4, that is expected to make a close approach to Earth on May 24. Measuring approximately 1,100 feet (around 335 meters) in diameter, the asteroid falls into the category of potentially hazardous objects due to its substantial size and relatively close flyby trajectory. According to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), asteroid 2003 …

Russia and China have entered into a formal agreement to construct a nuclear-powered facility on the Moon, intended to serve as a critical infrastructure component for the planned International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). The two countries signed a memorandum of cooperation earlier this month, outlining their shared responsibilities for the ambitious endeavor. The Russian space agency, Roscosmos, will contribute the …

After more than five decades in orbit, the Soviet-era spacecraft Kosmos 482 re-entered Earth’s atmosphere on May 10, 2025, concluding its prolonged unintended mission. The Russian space agency Roscosmos confirmed that the spacecraft descended into the Indian Ocean, approximately 560 kilometers west of Middle Andaman Island. This event marked the end of a 53-year orbital journey that began with a …

A consortium of biotechnology firms and a creative agency has announced an ambitious initiative to develop lab-grown leather derived from the collagen of Tyrannosaurus rex fossils. The collaboration, involving VML, Lab-Grown Leather Ltd., and The Organoid Company, aims to produce a sustainable and cruelty-free alternative to traditional leather, targeting the luxury fashion market. Engineering Leather from Ancient Proteins The project …

The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit, commonly referred to as the Stealth Bomber, stands as a pivotal component of the United States Air Force’s strategic arsenal. Engineered for deep-penetration missions, the B-2 employs advanced stealth technology to navigate through sophisticated enemy air defenses, delivering both conventional and nuclear payloads with precision. Design and Stealth Capabilities The B-2’s distinctive flying wing configuration …

A recent study has identified a potential candidate for the hypothesized Planet Nine, a massive celestial body believed to exist in the distant reaches of our solar system. The research, led by Terry Long Phan and colleagues, utilized data from two far-infrared all-sky surveys—NASA’s Infrared Astronomical Satellite (IRAS) from 1983 and Japan’s AKARI satellite from 2006—to search for slow-moving objects …

The National Health Service in England is preparing to introduce a new, streamlined cancer treatment in the form of a single injection that can target up to 15 different types of cancer. The therapy, based on the drug nivolumab, marks a major shift in how immunotherapy is administered, replacing conventional hour-long intravenous infusions with a subcutaneous jab that takes approximately …

Researchers have renewed interest in an ancient Egyptian site that may conceal a vast underground labyrinth beneath the Hawara pyramid. This pyramid, located south of Cairo, differs in appearance from the more iconic pyramids at Giza but has drawn attention for claims of a hidden structure composed of thousands of chambers and corridors beneath it. Claims of a Hidden Underground …