Science

Scientists reconstruct 45‑ft mega‑snake; reveals past hotter climate

Imagine a serpent as long as a small plane, weighing over a ton! This was Titanoboa, the prehistoric king of the Amazon. Discovered in Colombia, this colossal boa constrictor-like snake, reaching up to 45 feet, once crushed crocodiles and…

The opportunities and challenges in solar power generation

Opportunities can be gained from solar power generation, but so do some challenges. Nonetheless, the sheer quantity of solar projects — from grid-scale to residential rooftop — suggests that the advantages far outweigh the drawbacks. The…

Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released

Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases.

NASA launches 'space robot' to rescue Swift telescope; tech could reshape satellite servicing

The spacecraft will gradually catch up with the Swift telescope before using its robotic arms to latch onto the observatory and gently raise it into a higher orbit, potentially extending its operational life by years.

EU–US goods trade hits record €875 billion despite tariffs: Study

Despite tariffs, EU-US trade hit a record €875 billion last year. However, a new study reveals underlying strain, particularly for Germany's auto sector, which saw a significant export drop. While Ireland's pharmaceutical exports surged…

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth

If all goes well, Swift could be back scanning the cosmos by September. Observations are currently on hold to preserve the telescope’s orbit as long as possible.

First underwater home for scientists installed 17 metres below the Florida Keys

Trump victorious in legal battle to erase climate change and slavery signs from national parks

Donald Trump wants to “restore truth and sanity” to US history by removing signage on climate change, slavery and other topics.

The Nigerian SME Growth Playbook: How Digital Tools Are Turning Ambition into Reality

By Dr Folasade Femi-Lawal, country manager, West Africa, Mastercard Across Africa, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are proving remarkably resilient and ambitious, growing and adapting even in a demanding economic climate…

Taking short breaks from sitting can lower cancer death risk, study finds

Short bursts of activity to break up long periods of sitting could significantly lower the risk of dying from cancer, a new study has found.

Chinese police uncover link between investment and attacks on citizens in Africa

Attacks on Chinese citizens and businesses in sub-Saharan Africa tend to increase in the years following a rise in Chinese investment, according to a new study by researchers at the School of Overseas Security and Protection at the Chinese…

Portugal: over 1,000 firefighters battle wildfires on the ground

The wildfire in Vouzela is currently the main concern, with over 900 personnel on the ground. It has three active fronts and is still spreading as Portugal remains on red heat alert.