Science

Is China building a bigger support ship for its future Type 004 carrier battle group?

China appears to be developing one of its largest fast combat-support ships for the future long-range operations of its Type 004 aircraft carrier, which is still under construction. Commercial satellite imagery captured on July 2, provided…

Free NASA-Telescope Exhibit Opens in Bogotá This July

Colombia · Culture Key Facts —The show. “Eyes on the Universe”, from New York’s American Museum of Natural History, opens at the Planetario de Bogotá. —The date. It runs free to the public from 23 July for about two months. —The images. It…

Nasa explores human hibernation for Mars, but major challenges remain

Violent hail batters northern Italy as severe storms grow more frequent

There were injuries and cancelled events in northern Italy at the weekend as hailstorms swept the region, part of a pattern that researchers say is intensifying faster here than anywhere else in the world.

Watch: Żibel Clears Three Dangerous Ghost Nets From Malta’s Seas

Environmental NGO Żibel has removed three ghost nets from Maltese waters during a morning dedicated to protecting the island’s marine life. The operation also saw the team document and help marine animals affected by the abandoned fishing…

Spain's largest wildfire of the year burns for a fifth day as new heatwave looms

MADRID, July 20 - A wildfire raged out of control across Spain's central Guadalajara province on Monday, burning for a fifth day and becoming the largest blaze of the year, as forecasters warned an approaching heatwave would raise fire…

Prickly pears, avocados and lemons: how rainwater harvesting is feeding Mexico City’s gardens and homes

Thousands of low-income households are benefiting from a simple system that captures and filters rainfall from the city’s roofs Walking up a steep hill to a small informal settlement of about 45 houses in Cristo Rey, above San Gregorio…

PH interest is safe in proposed US-led Pax Silica deal – Palace

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday said the proposed 1,620-hectare Pax Silica project will protect the country’s national interests, the environment and its host communities. This statement comes amid concerns over foreign…

Rare well-preserved Iron Age wood offers evidence of First Temple’s destruction in Jerusalem

Ahead of Tisha B'av commemoration, archaeologists announce discovery of ruins from fires caused by razing of holy site in 586 BCE, likely kept as-is by returning Israelites The post Rare well-preserved Iron Age wood offers evidence of…

Ancient sea worm had jaws made of mysterious bio-metal, scientists find

Marine worms possess jaws built from proteins and metal ions, creating bio-metals. These bio-metals exhibit high hardness and a specific response to strain. Researchers discovered a size-dependent elasticity in these worm jaws. This…

Legendary Indian singer’s voice was among Nasa’s first sounds sent to space

Kesarbai Kerkar, an esteemed Hindustani classical singer, now has her mesmerizing voice traveling beyond our planet. Her rendition of 'Jaat Kahan Ho' was immortalized on Voyager 1, symbolizing India's inclusion among 27 nations showcased…

Climate-focused regeneration breathes hope into a long-neglected Rome suburb

ROME, July 20 - On the outskirts of Rome, an EU-funded regeneration project is seeking to improve the lot of 4,500 people living in a 1970s housing development, betting that protection from climate change and social inclusion can go hand…