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From hydrogen planes to AI data centres: Bertrand Piccard's blueprint for a green tech future

'Be a pioneer, not a dinosaur’: Swiss explorer Bertrand Piccard is betting on hydrogen-powered flights to inspire a generation

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Next ECMS tranche likely in August, to target rare earths, components

Government officials anticipate announcing the next wave of Electronic Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) beneficiaries next month. The focus will be on domestic production of crucial upstream components and high-precision equipment. Firms investing in design capabilities are being prioritized, following a directive to ensure deeper value chain integration. The scheme has…

The Economic Times

SpaceX launches its 1st 'Starfall' reentry capsule in early morning Falcon 9 liftoff

SpaceX launched its first-ever Starfall spacecraft, demonstrating the new vehicle's ability to operate in space and return safely back to Earth.

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Mars will pass the Seven Sisters this week and it won't happen again until 2034 - here's how to see it and other night sky events you must not miss

Night sky events June 2026: Skygazers, prepare for a celestial spectacle as June concludes! The moon graces the sky alongside bright stars like Spica and Antares. Don't miss the final chance to see Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus together on June 24. Mars also makes a close approach to the Pleiades,…

The Economic Times

The Arctic is sitting on a 63-billion-ton carbon secret, and scientists are concerned

Beneath the Arctic’s frozen surface lies a hidden carbon reserve of nearly 63 billion tons. As rising temperatures thaw ancient permafrost, scientists warn this vast storehouse could release greenhouse gases that accelerate climate change faster than previously expected.

The Economic Times

China Strikes Back at U.S. Sanctions With New Export Ban Targeting Defense Firms

China's Ministry of Commerce announced that 10 U.S. companies, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and rare Earth producers, would be prohibited from receiving Chinese dual-use goods.

International Business Times

That viral Jeff Bezos quote about AI and water isn't real — here's what actually happened

A viral quote claimed Jeff Bezos said AI should get water before humans. He never said it — but the reason millions believed the fake quote reveals growing concerns about AI.

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5 Fashion Mistakes That Can Make Even Expensive Clothes Look Cheap

Fashion is often misunderstood as a game of price tags. People invest in expensive pieces expecting them to elevate their appearance instantly, but the reality is more nuanced. An outfit only looks premium when it is styled with intention, balance, and attention to detail. Without that, even high-end clothing can…

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What’s behind the giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic ocean?

A giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic is revealing how closely Earth's oceans, climate, and ecosystems are connected. As the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt reaches record levels, scientists are uncovering surprising clues about warming seas, nutrient pollution, and the changing balance of life in the Atlantic…

The Economic Times

ISRO invites proposals from Indian researchers to study XPoSat Mission data

Launched on January 1, 2024, the XPoSat, or X-ray Polarimeter Satellite, currently orbits Earth in a near-equatorial orbit at an altitude of 650 kilometres.

The Economic Times

Oxygen atoms in 15-million-year-old giant eggshells reveal how plants reacted to a hotter Earth – study

Some periods in Earth history are so different from our own that they may as well belong to another planet. Many people are interested in the age of dinosaurs, or the Ice Ages, but it is an intermediate world, the Miocene Epoch – a sort of “in-between” world, geologically speaking:…

The Conversation

Anyone can fake a scientific image with AI, tricking even academic journals – and undermining trust in science

A photograph of Earth glowing in deep space, the Moon’s cratered horizon stretching across its foreground, caught many people’s eyes in April 2026. Astronauts captured the image while aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission, and like the famous Apollo 8 “Earthrise” image, the picture felt instantly real and inspiring for many.

The Conversation

June Bootids: Most chaotic meteor shower of 2026 to peak this week

Shooting stars from annual shower will produce ‘slow’ streaks across the night sky

The Independent UK

China sanctions US tech giants weeks after Pentagon blacklisted Chinese firms

China's commerce ministry on Monday imposed sanctions on 10 US tech companies, blocking them from exporting “dual-use” items, which have military and non-military applications, to the US. The companies barred from doing business with the US include drone makers and some involved in rare earths. Beijing's move comes weeks after…

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Critical minerals, strategic stakes: Inside India's bid to break China's supply chain stranglehold

India and the US have inked a pact to secure critical mineral supplies, bolstering a broader Quad initiative aiming to invest $20 billion in mining and processing. This move aims to counter China's dominance in rare earths, crucial for clean energy and defense technologies. While India possesses significant reserves, developing…

The Economic Times

China's rare earths curbs extend pressure on supply to Japan

Japan's rare earth magnet makers face a prolonged supply crunch as China's exports of crucial heavy rare earths like dysprosium and terbium remain negligible. This diplomatic fallout, stemming from tensions over Taiwan, has severely impacted Japanese industries. Despite this, China's overall rare earth magnet exports saw a significant dip in…

The Conversation

Today’s space race could turn fatal if we don’t agree on new rules

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen had an emotional message before he and three colleagues set off for the Moon earlier this year on the Artemis II mission: “We go for all humanity”.

The Economic Times

India's biggest space-tech opportunity lies downstream, not just in launches

SpaceX's massive valuation highlights the immense potential in space technology, with Starlink and AI driving value. While India's space startups are gaining traction, particularly in upstream capabilities, significant opportunities lie downstream. Tailoring services to India's unique context, like small landholdings and remote connectivity needs, presents the next frontier for growth…

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Happy Summer Solstice! Today marks the longest day of the year for the Northern Hemisphere

The summer solstice marks the longest day and the start of astronomical summer.

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How The Dinosaurs' VFX helped audiences travel across vast spans of time

Lux Aeterna explains its cinematic approach to natural history storytelling.

The Economic Times

In 2011, when Japan was rocked by 9.0 Tohoku earthquake, something strange happened 15 minutes later; scientists missed this deep-Earth process for more than a decade

A new study reveals the 2011 Tohoku earthquake triggered an extraordinary event deep within Earth. Seismic energy traveled to the outer core and bounced back, causing a massive, slow-moving slip along tectonic plate boundaries beneath Japan. This unprecedented event, missed for years due to its subtle nature, permanently shifted parts…

The Economic Times

Summer Solstice 2026 June 21: Why it’s the longest day of the year, its significance, science behind it, and how it affects you

Summer Solstice 2026: Today, 21 June 2026, marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Caused by Earth's 23.5-degree axial tilt, this astronomical event brings the maximum number of daylight hours and the shortest night of the year. Interestingly, it coincides with International Yoga…

The Economic Times

Scientists discover a hidden underground lake that may be the largest on Earth

Largest underground lake on Earth: Scientists have unearthed a colossal underground thermal lake, dubbed Lake Neuron, in southern Albania's Atmos Cave. This vast, turquoise body of water, measuring approximately 460 feet long, is now recognized as the world's largest known subterranean thermal lake.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Predicts Mass and Energy Will Replace Dollar: 'Conventional Money Will No Longer Be Relevant'

Elon Musk has claimed that 'mass and energy will take the place of dollars' as he sketched a future of lunar factories and solar‑powered AI, even as SpaceX's blockbuster IPO swells his fortune.

Total Film

What to watch before Supergirl: The DC movies and shows to catch up with in preparation

All of the DC movies and TV shows you should watch before going to see Supergirl

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