China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

BEIJING, May 25 — China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an...

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project ...

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

The United Arab Emirates plans to launch the first Arab probe to the Red Planet on July 15

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

Beijing: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

BEIJING: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the ...

China space program targets July launch for Mars mission

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.

China space program targets July launch for Mars mission

Called 'Tianwen,' the Chinese mission will put a probe into orbit around Mars and land the robotic rover to explore and analyze the surface.

China space program targets July launch for Mars mission

Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space program in an effort to catch up with its rival the United States and affirm its status as a major world power.

China's space programme targets July launch for maiden mission to Mars

China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project…

Rocket arrives as China targets July for Tianwen-1 Mars mission launch

China is gearing up to launch its Tianwen-1 Mars mission following the delivery of a Long March 5 launch vehicle to Wenchang launch center.

Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle

Scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.

Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle

An international team of scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.

Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle

An international team of scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.

Billions of ash trees across the world could be saved from killer beetle through cross-breeding with more resistant types and gene editing, scientists claim

Emerald Ash Borer larvae have killed hundreds of million of the trees worldwide by burrowing through stems. Scientists have found some trees produce chemicals to defend themselves.

China's 'Bat Woman' warns coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg

If we want to prevent human beings from suffering from the next pandemic, we must go in advance to learn of these unknown viruses carried by wild animals in nature and give early warnings, said Shi Zhengli, deputy director of Wuhan Institute of Virology

China's 'Bat Woman': Coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg

Research into viruses needs scientists and governments to be transparent, says Shi

Chinese Virologist Warns Coronavirus Is 'Just Tip Of The Iceberg'

A Chinese scientist denied Wuhan played a role in the Covid-19 pandemic and warned that similar infectious outbreaks could arise in the future.

Coronavirus Losses: Arizona Nonprofits Assess ‘Tip Of The Iceberg’

Coronavirus-related shutdowns have cost Arizona’s nonprofits more than $800,000 worth of volunteer hours, and counting, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits.

Unique insight into development of the human brain: Model of the early embryonic brain

Stem cell researchers have designed a model of an early embryonic brain. The model will increase our understanding of how the human brain develops and can thereby help to accelerate the development of stem cell treatments for brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease, epilepsy and dementia.

Unique insight into development of the human brain: Model of the early embryonic brain

Stem cell researchers from the University of Copenhagen have designed a model of an early embryonic brain. The model will increase our understanding of how the human brain develops and can thereby help to accelerate the development of stem cell treatments for brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease, epilepsy and dementia.

Unique insight into development of the human brain: Model of the early embryonic brain

Stem cell researchers from the University of Copenhagen have designed a model of an early embryonic brain. The model will increase our understanding of how the human brain develops and can thereby accelerate ...

New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI

Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.

New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI

Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at UC Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.

New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI

Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at the University of California, Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance ...

NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule.

NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch

It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S.—aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule.

NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule. Make no mistake: This is not your father’s — or grandfather’s — capsule. SpaceX’s Dragon crew capsule outshines NASA’s old Apollo spacecraft in virtually every way. The Dragon’s clean lines and …

NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch

It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.

NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch

It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. -- aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule. But make no mistake: This is not your father's -- or grandfather's -- capsule.

He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire

The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.

Cosmic collision between the Milky Way and a nearby dwarf galaxy more than 5 billion years ago triggered the solar system's formation, say scientists

Life on Earth can be traced back to the Milky Way crashing into a nearby dwarf galaxy nearly five billion years ago, according to new research.

Chinese researchers find live coronavirus on feces of patients who died - suggesting the pathogen can be spread through human waste

Researchers found coronavirus genetic material on four stool samples collected from a patient and in 11 others, indicating the virus may be spreading through the fecal-oral route.

Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago

Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy -- described as a 'cosmic ring of fire' -- as it existed 11 billion years ago.

Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago

Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy—described as a "cosmic ring of fire"—as it existed 11 billion years ago.

Understanding ceramic materials' 'mortar' may reveal ways to improve them

New research shows that in the important ceramic material silicon carbide, carbon atoms collect at those grain boundaries when the material is exposed to radiation. The finding could help engineers better understand the properties of ceramics and could aid in fine-tuning a new generation of ceramic materials.

Understanding ceramic materials' 'mortar' may reveal ways to improve them

When most people think of ceramics, they might envision their favorite mug or a flowerpot. But modern technology is full of advanced ceramics, from silicon solar panels to ceramic superconductors and ...

Marine species are outpacing terrestrial species in the race against global warming

Global warming is causing species to search for more temperate environments in which to migrate to, but it is marine species -- according to the latest results of a Franco-American study mainly involving scientists from the CNRS, Ifremer, the Université Toulouse III-Paul Sabatier and the University of Picardy Jules Verne -- that are leading the way by moving up to six times faster towards the poles than their terrestrial congeners.

Marine species are outpacing terrestrial species in the race against global warming

Global warming is causing species to search for more temperate environments to which to migrate, but it is marine species that are leading the way by moving up to six times faster towards the poles than ...

The deep ocean is warming slowly—but dramatic changes are ahead

The world's deep oceans are warming at a slower rate than the surface, but it's still not good news for deep-sea creatures according to an international study.

The deep ocean is warming slowly -- but dramatic changes are ahead

The world's deep oceans are warming at a slower rate than the surface, but it's still not good news for deep-sea creatures according to an international study.

Scientists solve mystery of why some coral changes color when stressed

Coral bleaching can be devastating to a reef system. It happens when ocean water waters get too warm, prompting the corals to lose the algae that gives them much of their color. Humans are largely to

South Korea to require masks on transit, flights

South Korea to require face masks on transit, flights

South Koreans will be required to wear masks when using public transportation and taxis nationwide starting Tuesday as health authorities look for more ways to slow the spread of the coronavirus as people increase their public activities.

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BANGKOK >> South Koreans will be required to wear masks when using public transportation and taxis nationwide starting Tuesday as authorities look for more ways to slow the spread of the coronavirus as people increase their public activities.

Former NASA Engineer, Mark Rober, Builds 'Ninja Warrior' Obstacle Course to Get Rid of Thieving Squirrels

Former NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Mark Rober has spent most of his time creating videos on YouTube that focus on exploring engineering concepts and science through a bunch of fun experiments.

Watch squirrels battle an epic bird feeder obstacle course

⭐ American Ninja Squirrel ⭐

Super-rare galaxy dubbed 'cosmic ring of fire' captured in incredible snap

Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have spotted a galaxy that is 11 billion light-years from the Solar System and makes stars 50 times the rate of the Milky Way.

Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe

Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.

Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe

Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.

Here’s NOAA’s outlook for US summer weather—and hurricane season

The world saw the 2nd warmest April on record, but frost hit some US crops.

New soliton laser pulses deliver high energy in a trillionth of a second

Scientists have developed a new type of laser that can deliver high amounts of energy in very short bursts of time, with potential applications in eye and heart surgery or the engineering of delicate ...

'Convincing' evidence suggests cloth masks may help reduce COVID-19 transmission

Face masks made with multiple layers of cotton cloth may help prevent further transmission of COVID-19, according to new research in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Coronavirus: Singapore reports 344 new COVID-19 cases

The "circuit breaker" measures were first announced on April 7 and were further tightened after three weeks, with more workplaces closed and social gatherings banned.

Lightning claimed 264 lives from Feb.-May 17

Among natural disasters, lightning is the biggest killer in India, government records have shown

Hospitals beset by gloom as COVID-19 subdues Eid celebrations

When Aminul Islam tested positive for the novel coronavirus on May 24, he was immediately admitted to the Bangladesh Kuwait Government Friendship Hospital specialising in treating COVID-19 patients.

Bourgas, Bulgaria: First Written Evidence that the Roman Colony Deultum had a Port

Archaeologists from the Deultum-Debelt National Archaeological Reserve near Bulgaria’s Burgas have discovered the first written evidence that the Roman colony Deultum had a port, BGNES reported. The inscription was found on limestone sarcophagus, dating from the II-III century AD.

Forget About Big Bortos And Big Boobs, Get A Woman Woman Who Can Solve Maths- Lady Advises Men

Men are naturally attracted by what they see. Only a few men look beyond a woman's physical beauty and assets.

6-year-old discovers rare 3,500-year-old tablet

The clay tablet from the Canaanite period depicts a man leading a humiliated captive. The boy who found it won a certificate of good citizenship.