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Russian climber presumed dead on Pakistani peak

A Russian mountaineer stranded at 24,000ft on Pakistan's Latok Peak is now presumed dead after a final thermal imaging survey found no signs of life, ending a gruelling two-week rescue mission. The tragic update comes just a day after his son made a despe

SpaceX Starship launches on critical test flight

SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket has launched on its fourth test flight from Texas, marking a pivotal step towards lunar missions and Mars colonisation. The world's most powerful rocket successfully demonstrated key manoeuvres despite previous setbacks.

SpaceX Starship explodes after launch in test failure

SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket, designed for future Mars missions, experienced a dramatic mid-flight failure and explosion over the Gulf of Mexico just minutes after its historic launch from Texas.

Kenyan Police Arrive in Haiti to Combat Gang Violence

The first contingent of a UN-backed Kenyan police force has landed in Haiti, marking a pivotal moment in the international mission to wrest control from powerful gangs that have plunged the capital into chaos.

NASA returns ancient asteroid dust older than the Sun

In a landmark achievement for space exploration, NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft has successfully delivered pristine samples from the 4.5-billion-year-old asteroid Bennu. This cosmic treasure trove, containing material predating our solar system, promises to

SpaceX launches secretive X-37B spaceplane on Falcon Heavy

SpaceX's powerful Falcon Heavy rocket has successfully launched the US military's clandestine X-37B spaceplane from Florida's Cape Canaveral, marking a significant milestone in space operations and national security capabilities.

Major search after women swept off coastal rocks

A major search operation is underway after a group of women were reportedly washed off rocks along the UK coastline. Emergency services are scouring the area amid fears for their safety.

NASA plans nuclear reactor on Moon by 2030

NASA, in collaboration with the US Department of Energy, is advancing plans to deploy a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030. This ambitious project aims to support long-term lunar exploration and future Mars missions.

Man survives nine days lost in wilderness

A man miraculously survived nine days lost in the wilderness, battling extreme conditions before being rescued. His incredible story of endurance and hope has captivated the nation.

Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell dies at 95

Legendary NASA astronaut Jim Lovell, famed for his role in the dramatic Apollo 13 mission, has passed away at 95. We reflect on his extraordinary contributions to space exploration.

Apollo 13 astronaut James Lovell dies at 95

James Lovell, the famed NASA astronaut who commanded the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission, has passed away at 95. Remembered for his bravery and leadership, Lovell's legacy in space exploration remains unparalleled.

NASA’s Black Hole Mission: A Cosmic Leap

NASA is developing an ambitious interstellar mission to send a spacecraft near a black hole, unlocking secrets of the universe. Could this be the next giant leap in space exploration?

Feminist Mars opera tackles toxic tech bro culture

A bold new opera by Jennifer Walshe and the Abbey Theatre imagines an all-female mission to Mars to reclaim the planet from toxic tech bros. A satirical yet poignant commentary on modern tech culture.

SpaceX launches four astronauts to ISS

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket has successfully launched four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) in a landmark NASA mission from Cape Canaveral.

600 tourists stranded as tsunami threat looms

Over 600 tourists are trapped in the path of a potential tsunami, sparking a frantic rescue mission. Authorities warn of imminent danger as evacuation plans scramble into action.

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