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Space Force says Russian satellites following U.S. spy satellite
- February 12, 2020
Hennigan, who first reported the story on Monday. Raymond said that the USA government has reached out to Moscow about the close range of the satellites, expressing concern "through diplomatic channels". Amateur satellite tracker Michael Thompson speculated on the peculiar movements of Cosmos 2542 and Cosmos 2543 on Twitter , using publicly available data. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Hennigan, who first reported the story on Monday. Raymond said that the USA government has reached out to Moscow about the close range of the satellites, expressing concern "through diplomatic channels". Amateur satellite tracker Michael Thompson speculated on the peculiar movements of Cosmos 2542 and Cosmos 2543 on Twitter , using publicly available data. (more...)
China coronavirus outbreak turns more virulent as death toll soars to 426
- February 12, 2020
On Sunday the Philippines reported the first death overseas: a Chinese man who had come from Wuhan. Chinese health authorities reported 361 deaths and 17,205 confirmed cases on Monday. Vietnam has assigned the military to quarantine 950 Vietnamese returning from China, where the coronavirus epidemic has killed more than 420 people, state media reported on Tuesday. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
On Sunday the Philippines reported the first death overseas: a Chinese man who had come from Wuhan. Chinese health authorities reported 361 deaths and 17,205 confirmed cases on Monday. Vietnam has assigned the military to quarantine 950 Vietnamese returning from China, where the coronavirus epidemic has killed more than 420 people, state media reported on Tuesday. (more...)
Carbon emissions from energy 'flat' in 2019: IEA
- February 12, 2020
Global emissions from energy held steady in 2019 for the first time in three years as developed nations continued to move away from coal power and toward renewable energy and natural gas. "The IEA is building a grand coalition focused on reducing emissions - encompassing governments, companies, investors and everyone with a genuine commitment to tackling our climate challenge". (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Global emissions from energy held steady in 2019 for the first time in three years as developed nations continued to move away from coal power and toward renewable energy and natural gas. "The IEA is building a grand coalition focused on reducing emissions - encompassing governments, companies, investors and everyone with a genuine commitment to tackling our climate challenge". (more...)
First new Canadian tyrannosaur species in 50 years identified by Alberta researchers
- February 12, 2020
He is looking at all the tyrannosaur bones to learn more about the evolution of the species. Voris found one set of fossils that stood out from the four species of tyrannosaurs known in Alberta . Tyrannosaurs were large predatory dinosaurs that lived tens of millions of years ago. All three species form a newly named group of dinosaurs called Daspletosaurini. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
He is looking at all the tyrannosaur bones to learn more about the evolution of the species. Voris found one set of fossils that stood out from the four species of tyrannosaurs known in Alberta . Tyrannosaurs were large predatory dinosaurs that lived tens of millions of years ago. All three species form a newly named group of dinosaurs called Daspletosaurini. (more...)
Antares Rocket Launch Rescheduled
- February 12, 2020
In accordance with the agreements, until 2024 should be made at least six starts of the cargo ships. The Liftoff for the cargo was planned to set at 5.39 p.m. It is part of a series of fire investigations conducted in the Cygnus after its departure from space station, eliminating exposure of humans or occupied spacecraft to fire danger. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
In accordance with the agreements, until 2024 should be made at least six starts of the cargo ships. The Liftoff for the cargo was planned to set at 5.39 p.m. It is part of a series of fire investigations conducted in the Cygnus after its departure from space station, eliminating exposure of humans or occupied spacecraft to fire danger. (more...)
White House calls for record Nasa budget to reach moon, Mars
- February 12, 2020
The 12 percent increase in budget request is one of the largest NASA has ever seen. "We're celebrating our 20th year of continuous presence aboard the International Space Station in low Earth orbit this year, and we're on the verge of sending the first woman and next man to the moon by 2024 . (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The 12 percent increase in budget request is one of the largest NASA has ever seen. "We're celebrating our 20th year of continuous presence aboard the International Space Station in low Earth orbit this year, and we're on the verge of sending the first woman and next man to the moon by 2024 . (more...)
Coronavirus: Pangolins believed spread from bats to humans
- February 12, 2020
The study found "the genome sequences of viruses in pangolins to be 99% identical to those on coronavirus patients". Pangolins are considered to be one of the most traded mammals worldwide. The research also showed that the virus can dock to a receptor in human cells called ACE2, deep in people's lungs. "Eating meat of wild animals or close interaction with one can transmit the virus to humans", says Sanjan Thapa who is pursuing PhD on bats at China's Quangchau University. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The study found "the genome sequences of viruses in pangolins to be 99% identical to those on coronavirus patients". Pangolins are considered to be one of the most traded mammals worldwide. The research also showed that the virus can dock to a receptor in human cells called ACE2, deep in people's lungs. "Eating meat of wild animals or close interaction with one can transmit the virus to humans", says Sanjan Thapa who is pursuing PhD on bats at China's Quangchau University. (more...)
Sanders, Buttigieg Campaigns Seek Re-Canvass; State Party Chair Responds | 1040 WHO
- February 11, 2020
Within that chaos, both former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders claimed victory on the night of the caucuses although the results from all precincts had not been released . And so the assertion that he's ready across the board - I don't see it. Her debate performance included a harsh takedown of Buttigieg, and she continued voicing concern about his lack of experience when a reporter asked her about him on Sunday. (more...)
- February 11, 2020
Within that chaos, both former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders claimed victory on the night of the caucuses although the results from all precincts had not been released . And so the assertion that he's ready across the board - I don't see it. Her debate performance included a harsh takedown of Buttigieg, and she continued voicing concern about his lack of experience when a reporter asked her about him on Sunday. (more...)
Australia mega-fire doused as torrential rain brings relief
- February 11, 2020
The weather has significantly disrupted public transport in Sydney , while the dried up dams have risen to their highest level in years. The heavy rain and flooding has forced over 60 schools across NSW close. "The rainfall deficiency is so severe that the soil is dry to deep levels, so we really need that follow-up rain". "We know all it takes is a couple of weeks of warm and windy conditions". (more...)
- February 11, 2020
The weather has significantly disrupted public transport in Sydney , while the dried up dams have risen to their highest level in years. The heavy rain and flooding has forced over 60 schools across NSW close. "The rainfall deficiency is so severe that the soil is dry to deep levels, so we really need that follow-up rain". "We know all it takes is a couple of weeks of warm and windy conditions". (more...)
Boeing astronaut capsule Starliner faces further delays as NASA analysis proceeds
- February 11, 2020
Business Insider reports that NASA has begun an investigation into a previously undisclosed software error that occurred during a test flight of a Boeing spacecraft created to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station . (more...)
- February 11, 2020
Business Insider reports that NASA has begun an investigation into a previously undisclosed software error that occurred during a test flight of a Boeing spacecraft created to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station . (more...)
ESA probe blasts off for the sun's poles
- February 11, 2020
Artist's impression of an Atlas V 411 launching Solar Orbiter into space. Crowds also jammed nearby roads and beaches. The European project scientist Daniel Mueller was delighted and called it "perfect for the photo". The National Science Foundation's Inouye Solar Telescope is stuck here on Earth, and construction is still underway. "It has a very intricate heat shield that is keeping it safe from the [S] un, with these little peep holes that open when we want to look at the [S] un, but ... (more...)
- February 11, 2020
Artist's impression of an Atlas V 411 launching Solar Orbiter into space. Crowds also jammed nearby roads and beaches. The European project scientist Daniel Mueller was delighted and called it "perfect for the photo". The National Science Foundation's Inouye Solar Telescope is stuck here on Earth, and construction is still underway. "It has a very intricate heat shield that is keeping it safe from the [S] un, with these little peep holes that open when we want to look at the [S] un, but ... (more...)
Astronaut Christina Koch's Record-Breaking Space Trip Will Inspire You
- February 11, 2020
Russian Federation has sent only one woman to the ISS since expeditions began in 2000 - Yelena Serova whose mission launched in 2014. Before departing the space station, Koch said , although she was ready to return to Earth , she would miss these spectacular views , spending time with her crew, and some fun you can only have in space. (more...)
- February 11, 2020
Russian Federation has sent only one woman to the ISS since expeditions began in 2000 - Yelena Serova whose mission launched in 2014. Before departing the space station, Koch said , although she was ready to return to Earth , she would miss these spectacular views , spending time with her crew, and some fun you can only have in space. (more...)
2020's first "supermoon" visible over Krakow
- February 11, 2020
The moon tonight will appear unusually large but it's still only 362 478 kilometres from Earth. According to NASA , the moon's distance from the Earth changes throughout its orbit. Speaking of silly labels, this Moon has many, many names. As for astronomers, besides potentially providing an up-close-and-personal view of the moon's surface, the event will correspond with some other interesting things to see in the sky. (more...)
- February 11, 2020
The moon tonight will appear unusually large but it's still only 362 478 kilometres from Earth. According to NASA , the moon's distance from the Earth changes throughout its orbit. Speaking of silly labels, this Moon has many, many names. As for astronomers, besides potentially providing an up-close-and-personal view of the moon's surface, the event will correspond with some other interesting things to see in the sky. (more...)
France to Britain: No fish for finance deal
- February 07, 2020
EU Trade Commissioner Phil Hogan has described the Australian model as "code for no deal". Since the beginning of this week's trading, the GBP/USD pair is going under downward pressure pushing it towards the 1.2940 support, with renewed fears of hard talks between Britain and the European Union about the future of trade relations between them in the post-Brexit phase, which happened officially last Friday, making The United Kingdom the first country to exit from the bloc, making the number ... (more...)
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- February 07, 2020
EU Trade Commissioner Phil Hogan has described the Australian model as "code for no deal". Since the beginning of this week's trading, the GBP/USD pair is going under downward pressure pushing it towards the 1.2940 support, with renewed fears of hard talks between Britain and the European Union about the future of trade relations between them in the post-Brexit phase, which happened officially last Friday, making The United Kingdom the first country to exit from the bloc, making the number ... (more...)
Coronavirus "whistleblower" nurse says China has 90000 sick
- February 06, 2020
There are now confirmed cases in the following nations: China - US - France - Japan - South Korea - Taiwan - Singapore - Thailand - Australia - Nepal - Vietnam - Hong Kong - Macau . Medical employees in Wuhan described to Chinese state media CCTV an incredibly extreme environment, in which they must balance managing the overload of sufferers and suspected patients while also retaining themselves safe. (more...)
- February 06, 2020
There are now confirmed cases in the following nations: China - US - France - Japan - South Korea - Taiwan - Singapore - Thailand - Australia - Nepal - Vietnam - Hong Kong - Macau . Medical employees in Wuhan described to Chinese state media CCTV an incredibly extreme environment, in which they must balance managing the overload of sufferers and suspected patients while also retaining themselves safe. (more...)
Scientists snap first-ever images of "notorious" Antarctic glacier
- February 03, 2020
Some scientists see Thwaites as the most vulnerable and most significant glacier in the world in terms of future global sea-level rise - its collapse would raise global sea levels by almost one metre, perhaps overwhelming existing populated areas. (more...)
- February 03, 2020
Some scientists see Thwaites as the most vulnerable and most significant glacier in the world in terms of future global sea-level rise - its collapse would raise global sea levels by almost one metre, perhaps overwhelming existing populated areas. (more...)
Timeline: How China's new coronavirus spread
- February 03, 2020
China on Sunday expanded drastic travel restrictions to contain a viral contagion that has killed 56 people and infected almost 2,000, as the United States and France prepared to evacuate their citizens from a quarantined city at the outbreak's epicenter. (more...)
- February 03, 2020
China on Sunday expanded drastic travel restrictions to contain a viral contagion that has killed 56 people and infected almost 2,000, as the United States and France prepared to evacuate their citizens from a quarantined city at the outbreak's epicenter. (more...)
Curly haired crochet creations in honor of Patrick Mahomes
- February 03, 2020
Followers of the Chiefs are large accustomed to Patrick and Brittany's relationship. Did we mention he's only 24 years old? Brittany is a great spokeswoman for helping the KC Chiefs on social media through the biggest recovery of the 12 months. (more...)
- February 03, 2020
Followers of the Chiefs are large accustomed to Patrick and Brittany's relationship. Did we mention he's only 24 years old? Brittany is a great spokeswoman for helping the KC Chiefs on social media through the biggest recovery of the 12 months. (more...)
This is the first photo of a black hole
- February 02, 2020
The announcement included the release of seven papers that document how the landmark discovery was made. By linking together, the scientists created, in essence, a planet-sized telescope built to scan massive parts of the skies. Of all the forces in the universe that we can not directly observe - including dark energy and dark matter - none has frustrated human curiosity as much as black holes. (more...)
- February 02, 2020
The announcement included the release of seven papers that document how the landmark discovery was made. By linking together, the scientists created, in essence, a planet-sized telescope built to scan massive parts of the skies. Of all the forces in the universe that we can not directly observe - including dark energy and dark matter - none has frustrated human curiosity as much as black holes. (more...)
Tarantula Nebula stuns in new view from the Spitzer Space Telescope
- February 02, 2020
This 'extent concentrates on infrared light, which can expose various qualities of deep space from typical "visible" light, consisting of things that are also chilly to send out noticeable light such as exoplanets, brownish towers over - star-like bodies with not enough mass to in fact radiate - or the chilly product that exists in between the celebrities. (more...)
- February 02, 2020
This 'extent concentrates on infrared light, which can expose various qualities of deep space from typical "visible" light, consisting of things that are also chilly to send out noticeable light such as exoplanets, brownish towers over - star-like bodies with not enough mass to in fact radiate - or the chilly product that exists in between the celebrities. (more...)
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