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European Space Agency’s mission to probe universe's dark mysteries to fly on Saturday
Euclid aims to shed light on the nature of dark matter and dark energy, two of the biggest modern mysteries about the universe. To date, astronomers have not been able to detect either of them directly, only inferring their presence from the effects they have on the Universe at large.
Pakistan's massive military purge may still be a job half done
During a press conference on Monday, the Director General Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry announced that many heads have rolled including that of a Lieutenant General, who has been dismissed from service. Others facing disciplinary action comprise 15 officers including three major generals and seven brigadiers.
Launcher faces software glitch, loses another vehicle after lift off
Orbiter SN3 was designed to carry smaller satellites such as cubesats and place them into their proper orbits after separating from its launch vehicle. The spacecraft which launched successfully on a SpaceX Falcon 9 on June 12, soon fell into an uncontrollable rotation following separation from its launch vehicle.“Unfortunately, the initial set of telemetry received indicated that the vehicle was experiencing an anomaly in which a high rate of rotation was imparted on the vehicle from its onboard attitude control system,” the company said in a statement.
Indo-Canadian biologist takes up cudgels for Indian elephants in UK Parliament
Canada-based Iyer, along with Conservative MP Henry Smith, recently addressed the UK Parliament, imploring Indian authorities to act urgently in the wake of the alarming number of elephant deaths caused by electrocution, poaching and habitat loss, among other growing threats. As part of their collaborative efforts, they are also encouraging lawmakers, business leaders, and celebrities to do their part in saving the indispensable natural climate champions before it’s too late.
Biden’s way of running news conferences could be primer for leaders on managing media
His method could be a primer for other leaders on how to hold news conferences while controlling how the messaging. At least during Modi’s visit last week he allowed two reporters to ask questions. During Modi’s last visit in 2021, he didn’t allow any questions at their joint appearance and, in fact, told the Prime Minister: “I think, with your permission, we could not answer questions because they won’t ask any questions on point."
Audio recording reveals Trump discussing classified documents
In the two-minute recording exclusively obtained by CNN, Trump is heard riffling through papers and saying: "This is highly confidential." The recording includes new details from the conversation in Bedminster, New Jersey, which is a critical piece of evidence in special counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of Trump over the mishandling of the classified documents.
Won't allow SL to be used as base for any threat against India: Prez
“We are a neutral country, but we also emphasise on the fact that we cannot allow Sri Lanka to be used as a base for any threat against India," President Wickremsinghe said in an interview with French media.
When inquired about China’s presence in Sri Lanka, especially militarily, Wickremsinghe responded “We have no military agreement with China; there won't be any military agreements, and I do not think China will enter into one,”
US consistant with asking Pak to disband terror groups: State Dept
Department spokesman Matthew Miller made the remarks during a press conference on Monday when he was asked to comment on Pakistan dismissing the joint statement as "baseless and one-sided". In his reply, Miller said: "We remain committed to working with Pakistan to address the shared threat posed by terrorist groups throughout the region.
NSA Ajit Doval visits Oman, conveys PM's greetings to Sultan Haitham bin Tarik
According to a statement issued by the Ministry Of External Affairs, Doval delivered him a personal message of greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The NSA also held wide ranging discussions with General Sultan bin Mohammed Al Nomani, Minister of the Royal Office and Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Oman's Foreign Minister.
EU boosts military funding to Ukraine
It was announced by Josep Borrell, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Xinhua news agency reported."This is already the second increase of the European Peace Facility funding since its creation in 2021," said Borrell. According to Borrell, the fund will be boosted by 3.5 billion euros ($3.8 billion).
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