Technology

A new photograph of an ancient galaxy, known as BRI 1335-0417, offers insights that could be crucial in understanding the formation and origins of galaxies like the Milky Way. This 12 billion-year-old spiral galaxy, captured by the advanced ALMA telescope (Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array), is recognized as the furthest spiral galaxy observed by astronomers, according to lead author Dr. Takafumi …

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is on track to make an unprecedented close approach to the sun, reaching speeds of 195 kilometers per second, or 435,000 miles per hour, on December 24, 2024. This will be the closest a human-made object has ever been to the sun, coming within 6.1 million kilometers (3.8 million miles) of its fiery surface. Dr. Nour …

Understanding the complex relationship between Lebanon and Israel, particularly in the context of historical and ongoing conflicts, is vital for a comprehensive grasp of Middle Eastern geopolitics. The history of Lebanon’s involvement in conflicts with Israel is marked by several key events and current dynamics. Historical Conflicts between Lebanon and Israel: Lebanon has been involved in multiple conflicts with Israel. …

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have created a groundbreaking 3D-printed device that simulates the impact of medications on the human body, potentially eliminating the need for animal testing. As reported by The Guardian, this “body-on-chip” device accurately demonstrates how a drug travels through a patient’s body, allowing for the assessment of drug reactions in different organs without relying on …

NASA has outlined a strategic plan for developing robotic systems capable of exploring icy moons with subsurface oceans. These robots, known as “cryobots,” are designed to penetrate thick ice layers and probe the hidden seas beneath, potentially uncovering signs of life. This initiative was highlighted following a NASA-sponsored workshop in February, where experts in science and engineering gathered to discuss …

SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy, a top-secret rocket, successfully launched into space, carrying the US military’s classified X-37B drone for a research mission. After several delays, the launch finally took place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 8:07 pm Eastern Time (0107 GMT Friday), with a live stream available on SpaceX’s website. The destination and specific details of the X-37B …

On Thursday, Xiaomi, a prominent Chinese consumer electronics company, revealed its inaugural electric car model, signaling its ambition to become a global leader in the automotive industry. Known as the world’s fourth-largest smartphone producer, Xiaomi also offers a variety of products including tablets, smartwatches, headphones, and electric scooters. In 2021, Xiaomi announced its plans to enter the electric vehicle (EV) …

NASA has reignited its mission to examine the “God of Chaos” asteroid, Apophis, as it draws nearer to Earth’s orbit. The agency redeployed a spacecraft, recently returned from a deep space mission, for this purpose. This spacecraft, originally known as OSIRIS-REx, has been renamed OSIRIS-APEX for this new assignment. It will investigate the exceptionally close approach of Apophis in 2029, …