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Mars has been considered a calm, or rather a ‘dormant’ planet, cold, dusty, and not very active in terms of geology. But recent scientific findings have managed to alter the way we view Mars in a rather unexpected manner. Researchers have found that Mars is speeding up its rotation each year, reducing its day by…
Nasa on Tuesday unveiled a broad set of agencywide initiatives at its “Ignition” event, laying out plans to speed up its return to the Moon, build a long-term lunar presence, shape the future of low Earth orbit, expand science missions, and move nuclear propulsion closer to flight as part of President Donald Trump’s National Space…
Mars once had beaches like Earth (Image source: Canva) For decades, scientists have debated whether Mars once had a large ocean. Images from orbiters have shown valleys, channels and features that look like dried riverbeds. However, clear proof of an ancient ocean has remained difficult to confirm. China’s Zhurong Mars rover has sent back new…
BLACKPINK’s Rosé has etched her name in music history as the first K-pop artist to win a BRIT Award. She clinched the award for International Song of the Year for her smash collaboration ‘APT.’ with Bruno Mars at the 46th BRIT Awards in Manchester. This victory marks a groundbreaking moment for K-pop on the global…
Zebra rock found by NASA may reveal new clues about Mars geology (Image Source – NASA) Scientists working with NASA’s Perseverance rover reported an unusual striped rock discovered on the slopes of Jezero Crater, drawing attention from researchers and the public alike. The rover identified the black and white banded stone during its gradual climb…
UAE’s Hope Probe Extended to 2028: What More Will We Learn About Mars? The United Arab Emirates Space Agency has announced a major extension of its Emirates Mars Mission (EMM), known widely as the Hope Probe, extending operations all the way through 2028, three years beyond its original mission timeline. The announcement was made by…
Source: The New York Times Elon Musk-owned space company SpaceX is shifting its near-term focus away from Mars to prioritise building a self-sustaining city on the Moon. The update was shared by the tech billionaire in an X post citing faster timelines and easier launch opportunities. Sharing the post, Elon Musk said that a Moon…
Can Mars let humans age faster? It sounds more poetic than reality, but it may be true technically. Two identical clocks: One on Earth other on Mars, after months, they slowly drift apart. Space already feels strange to most of us. A strange revelation: Time itself doesn’t behave the same everywhere. Recent research suggests clocks…
SpaceX appears to be putting its Mars plans on hold for the time being. According to the Wall Street Journal, the company is now prioritising the Moon instead. The current goal is an uncrewed lunar landing scheduled for March 2027, with no astronauts aboard initially. Elon Musk had previously aimed to send an uncrewed mission…
Rosé made history at the Grammy Awards 2026, opening the show with Bruno Mars and becoming the first K-pop solo artist to perform. Their energetic rendition of “APT” captivated audiences, sparking widespread fan praise and social media buzz. Beyond her groundbreaking performance, Rosé also earned three major nominations, marking a significant milestone for K-pop in…
