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Trump Signs Order to Rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'
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Trump Signs Order to Rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'

President Trump signed an executive order directing U.S. federal agencies to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America." Canadian officials immediately rejected the directive, affirming that the shared waterway will retain its official name under Canadian law.

European Defense Industry Seeks Its Own 'NASA Moment'
TechnologyYahoo5d ago

European Defense Industry Seeks Its Own 'NASA Moment'

Drawing parallels to the technological breakthroughs sparked by the Apollo missions, Europe's defense sector is now pursuing ambitious innovation goals to modernize its capabilities. The push aims to catalyze a new era of strategic autonomy and industrial advancement.

Stocks Linked to Gemini Space Station Project See Market Surge
BusinessYahoo7d ago

Stocks Linked to Gemini Space Station Project See Market Surge

Shares of aerospace and defense companies associated with the upcoming Gemini lunar lander program have risen sharply following renewed government funding announcements. Investors are betting on increased commercial and NASA contracts tied to the Artemis initiative.

Small German Plane Crashes in Croatia's Velebit Mountains, Killing Two
Worldnosfazaftonbladet+19DWsvenska-dagbladetirozhlastelexvgaktualne-czindex-hrn1-serbia+11 more10d ago22 sources

Small German Plane Crashes in Croatia's Velebit Mountains, Killing Two

A small German airplane crashed in the Velebit mountain range in Croatia, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. Rescue teams faced challenging conditions to reach the wreckage and recover the bodies.

NASA research suggests some microbes could survive on moon
Technologyjerusalem-post11d ago

NASA research suggests some microbes could survive on moon

New research led by NASA scientists indicates that certain forms of fungi and bacteria might be able to survive for a period under specific conditions on the lunar surface, raising concerns about unintended biological contamination during space missions.

SpaceX Starship Tower Catch Update and Falcon 9 Moon Crater Images Released
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SpaceX Starship Tower Catch Update and Falcon 9 Moon Crater Images Released

Elon Musk has provided an update on the first-ever SpaceX Starship upper stage tower catch, while NASA has released images of a new crater on the Moon created by a falling SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. These events highlight both the advancements and unintended consequences of SpaceX's ambitious space endeavors.

Serbian President Vučić Announces Snap Elections
Politicsorfindex-hrn1-serbia+8aktuality-skdnevnik-bgjutarnji-listdanasklix-ban1-bihbalkan-webcdm-me11d ago11 sources

Serbian President Vučić Announces Snap Elections

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced that he will call snap parliamentary elections in a few days, expected to be held on October 18 or 25. This announcement comes amidst ongoing protests and also includes updates on infrastructure projects and potential labor law changes.

Vučić Urges NATO to Prevent Ibar Bridge Opening in Kosovo
Politicsdelfi-ltdeloindex-hr+3n1-serbiadanasvijesti-me12d ago6 sources

Vučić Urges NATO to Prevent Ibar Bridge Opening in Kosovo

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has written to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, requesting KFOR to prevent the opening of the Ibar bridge in Kosovska Mitrovica. Vučić claims the opening would constitute 'terror' against Kosovo Serbs and destabilize the region.

Aevex and Amentum Secure Major US Government Contracts
Businessinvesting-com12d ago

Aevex and Amentum Secure Major US Government Contracts

Aevex and Amentum have both secured significant contracts with the U.S. government. Aevex won a $41 million contract, while Amentum secured a $974 million contract with NASA, leading to stock price increases for both companies.

NASA's Swift Telescope Rescue Mission Fails, Satellite to Fall to Earth
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NASA's Swift Telescope Rescue Mission Fails, Satellite to Fall to Earth

NASA has announced the failure of its mission to rescue the aging Swift space telescope, which is now expected to fall to Earth and burn up in the atmosphere. The mission, costing 30 million euros, was called off due to a persistent altitude control problem.

Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Replace ISS Antenna
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Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Replace ISS Antenna

Astronauts Sophie Adenot and Anil Menon performed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station to remove a faulty antenna. While they successfully removed the old antenna, they ran out of time to install the spare.

NASA Advances Space Exploration with New Missions and Technologies
Technologyder-standardforbesklix-ba+1seeking-alpha14d ago4 sources

NASA Advances Space Exploration with New Missions and Technologies

NASA is making strides in space exploration, selecting Intuitive Machines for a second low Earth orbit science mission and testing the first GPS-free navigation system for spacecraft, while also highlighting the ambitious Dragonfly mission and a risky maneuver that saved Voyager 2.

Danas Critic Reviews Cristian Mungiu's New Film 'Fjord'
Culturedanas14d ago

Danas Critic Reviews Cristian Mungiu's New Film 'Fjord'

A critic from Danas reviews 'Fjord,' the new film by Golden Palm winner Cristian Mungiu, a co-production from Romania, France, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden, released in 2026, noting its theme of 'subversion spreading across Europe.'

NASA Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Probe Dark Universe
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NASA Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Probe Dark Universe

NASA has successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a powerful new observatory designed to map billions of galaxies and investigate the nature of dark matter and dark energy. The mission aims to revolutionize astrophysics by capturing unprecedented wide-field infrared images of the cosmos.

NASA Launches Powerful Roman Space Telescope to Probe Dark Energy
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NASA Launches Powerful Roman Space Telescope to Probe Dark Energy

NASA has successfully launched the $4.3 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The observatory will begin mapping the cosmos to investigate dark energy, dark matter, and distant exoplanets.

Balkan Leaders Clash Over Nationalist Concert Controversy in Vukovar
Politicsindex-hr24urjutarnji-list+1danas2d ago4 sources

Balkan Leaders Clash Over Nationalist Concert Controversy in Vukovar

Tensions have flared between Serbian and Croatian officials following a performance by controversial nationalist singer Marko Perković Thompson in the disputed Croatian city of Vukovar. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić criticized the event’s implications, while local authorities maintained that no serious legal violations occurred.

NASA Prepares to Launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
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NASA Prepares to Launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

NASA is set to deploy the $4.3 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which will conduct wide-field surveys to investigate dark energy, exoplanets, and gravitational lensing. Originally designed for military reconnaissance, the observatory was repurposed to advance fundamental astrophysics research.

Trump Signs Order Establishing U.S. Space Academy and Honors Artemis Astronauts
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Trump Signs Order Establishing U.S. Space Academy and Honors Artemis Astronauts

President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating a new U.S. Space Academy modeled after service academies like West Point. During the same ceremony, he formally recognized the crew assigned to the upcoming Artemis II lunar mission.

NASA Prepares to Launch Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope for Cosmic Discovery
TechnologyNYTNPRBarron's+6der-standardforbesindex-hrYahooklix-banaftemporiki4d ago9 sources

NASA Prepares to Launch Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope for Cosmic Discovery

NASA is set to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a next-generation observatory designed to investigate dark energy, dark matter, and distant exoplanets. The mission represents a major leap forward in astronomical research and cosmic exploration capabilities.

Meta’s $18 Billion US Settlement Sparks EU Demands for Stricter Child Safety Rules
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Meta’s $18 Billion US Settlement Sparks EU Demands for Stricter Child Safety Rules

Following Meta’s historic $18 billion agreement to settle US lawsuits over teen addiction and mental health harms, European Union officials are demanding comparable online safety protections for minors. Financial analysts note the payout leaves core revenue largely intact while signaling a broader regulatory shift for big tech.

Photonics Firm Infleqtion and Skanska Land Major Federal and Academic Contracts
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Photonics Firm Infleqtion and Skanska Land Major Federal and Academic Contracts

Photonics company Infleqtion and construction firm Skanska have secured substantial new agreements, including a $20 million federal contract and an $85 million academic building project in Florida. The deals highlight strong near-term revenue visibility for specialized technology and infrastructure contractors.

Markets Await Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech Amid Cybersecurity Alerts
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Markets Await Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech Amid Cybersecurity Alerts

Global financial markets are closely monitoring Fed Chair Warsh’s upcoming Jackson Hole address for policy guidance, prompting shifts in gold prices and currency trading. The economic developments unfold alongside U.S. allegations of extensive Chinese cyber intrusions into federal agencies and private firms.

NASA Launches Four-Billion-Dollar Roman Space Telescope
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NASA Launches Four-Billion-Dollar Roman Space Telescope

NASA has successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a four-billion-dollar observatory designed to map the dark universe and study exoplanets. The mission aims to provide unprecedented insights into dark energy and cosmic expansion.

NPP National Organiser Candidates File Nominations
Politicsmyjoyonline7d ago

NPP National Organiser Candidates File Nominations

Awal Mohammed and Titus-Glover have officially filed their nominations to contest for the National Organiser and Nasara Organiser positions, respectively, within the NPP. Both candidates have outlined their visions for strengthening the party's structures ahead of the 2028 elections.

Researchers Create Food from Plastic Bottles
Technologyforbes8d ago

Researchers Create Food from Plastic Bottles

Researchers have developed a method to create edible cookies from plastic bottles by using microbes to break down plastic and baker's yeast to add flavor, potentially addressing food shortages and feeding astronauts.

NASA Plans to Extend Voyager Probes' Lifespan
Technologydigi249d ago

NASA Plans to Extend Voyager Probes' Lifespan

NASA is reportedly planning a redesign of the Voyager probes' power systems to extend their operational life, potentially allowing the nearly 50-year-old spacecraft to continue exploring interstellar space until the early 2030s.

Europe's Extreme Heatwave Linked to Tens of Thousands of Deaths
Healthder-standardbalkan-web10d ago2 sources

Europe's Extreme Heatwave Linked to Tens of Thousands of Deaths

An ongoing extreme heatwave across Western Europe has led to at least 30,000 heat-related deaths since the beginning of summer, with temperatures exceeding 40°C. The phenomenon, which began in May, has severe consequences for health, transport, agriculture, and water supply.

Woody Harrelson Arrives in Sarajevo for SFF Amidst Red Carpet Glamour
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Woody Harrelson Arrives in Sarajevo for SFF Amidst Red Carpet Glamour

Hollywood star Woody Harrelson arrived in Sarajevo to receive the festival's highest honor, the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo, on the fourth night of the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival. The red carpet also saw numerous celebrities, influencers, and film crews showcasing elegant and glamorous attire.

NASA Successfully Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
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NASA Successfully Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

NASA has successfully deployed the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX rocket, initiating a major mission to investigate dark energy, exoplanets, and cosmic structures. The launch represents a significant milestone in astronomical research, though minor delays affected related crew missions.

Controversy Erupts Over Executive Order to Rename Lake Ontario
PoliticsAPbloombergcbc+14fazThe Independentindex-hrnational-postTimes of Indiahindustan-timesklix-bamoneycontrol+6 more3d ago17 sources

Controversy Erupts Over Executive Order to Rename Lake Ontario

President Trump’s executive order to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” has triggered swift criticism from Canadian officials and Indigenous leaders, who view the move as disregarding established geography and heritage. The directive has simultaneously sparked widespread online mockery and commercialized merchandise across North America.

US-Canada Trade Tensions Escalate as Ottawa Prepares Counter-Tariff Measures
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US-Canada Trade Tensions Escalate as Ottawa Prepares Counter-Tariff Measures

Diplomatic and economic friction between the United States and Canada has intensified following the breakdown of bilateral trade negotiations. Canadian officials, including Premier Doug Ford, are advancing retaliatory tariff strategies while urging a more assertive stance against American trade policies.

Reported Chinese Cyberattack Targets NASA Systems
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Reported Chinese Cyberattack Targets NASA Systems

Security analysts have identified a sophisticated cyber intrusion attributed to Chinese actors targeting NASA infrastructure. Federal agencies are currently assessing the breach and implementing enhanced defensive measures.

GRI Bio to Present Phase 2a IPF Drug Data at ERS Congress
Healthinvesting-comtaiwan-news8d ago2 sources

GRI Bio to Present Phase 2a IPF Drug Data at ERS Congress

GRI Bio is scheduled to present late-breaking Phase 2a data for its IPF drug, GRI-0621, at the ERS Congress. The presentation will highlight lung function, anti-fibrotic biomarkers, and favorable tolerability in patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

NASA's Voyager Probes Mark Nearly 50 Years of Space Travel
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NASA's Voyager Probes Mark Nearly 50 Years of Space Travel

NASA's Voyager probes have been traveling through space for nearly 50 years, capturing remarkable photos throughout their historic journeys. The probes continue to provide invaluable data from the outer reaches of our solar system.

NASA Abandons Rescue Mission for Swift Space Telescope After Failure
TechnologyAPcbcnos+2n1-bihnaftemporiki12d ago5 sources

NASA Abandons Rescue Mission for Swift Space Telescope After Failure

NASA has called off its rescue mission for the aging Swift space telescope, which is now expected to fall uncontrollably and burn up in Earth's atmosphere. The satellite's uncontrolled descent follows the failure of efforts to save it, including a mission to pull it into a higher orbit.

First Frenchwoman Completes Spacewalk on ISS, Antenna Replacement Fails
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First Frenchwoman Completes Spacewalk on ISS, Antenna Replacement Fails

French astronaut Sophie Adenot became the first Frenchwoman to perform a spacewalk on the International Space Station (ISS), during which she and a NASA astronaut successfully removed a faulty antenna. However, they were unable to install a new antenna during the mission.

Nasarawa Electoral Commissioner Dumps APC for SDP
Politicsvanguard-ng14d ago

Nasarawa Electoral Commissioner Dumps APC for SDP

An electoral commissioner in Nasarawa State, Tsebe, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Tsebe stated his decision was to pursue his political ambitions and serve the nation.