Giant rotating string of 14 galaxies is ‘probably the largest spinning object’ in the known universe
Astronomers have announced the discovery of what is likely the most colossal spinning object ever detected in the universe. The object's remarkable rotation is poised to offer critical new insights into the fundamental processes driving galaxy evolution. Astronomers...
Bank of England warns of AI bubble risk
The Bank of England has issued a stark warning regarding the potential for a "sharp correction" in the valuations of leading technology companies. The central bank's concern stems from intensifying fears that the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector could be...
First phase of data centre works given go-ahead
The initial construction phase for a groundbreaking £10 billion artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing data centre has officially received approval, clearing the way for its development. Northumberland County Council has officially given the green light for...
New homes delayed by ‘energy-hungry’ data centres
New control system teaches soft robots the art of staying safe
A new class of soft robotic arms is poised to transform how robots interact with delicate objects, demonstrating an unprecedented ability to gently conform around items like grapes or broccoli, dynamically adjusting its grip in real time. This innovative arm stands in...
Helping power-system planners prepare for an unknown future
A research team from the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) has unveiled a sophisticated new computer modeling tool designed to transform infrastructure planning within the electricity and other energy-intensive sectors. The innovative instrument is poised to equip...
MIT engineers design an aerial microrobot that can fly as fast as a bumblebee
Future earthquake rescue missions could soon be revolutionized by the deployment of miniature flying robots. These advanced drones, designed to mimic the agility of insects, would navigate the treacherous landscapes of post-seismic devastation. Their primary role: to...
A ‘super-puff’ exoplanet is losing its atmosphere, and the James Webb Space Telescope had a look
In an unprecedented astronomical observation, scientists have witnessed a distant exoplanet actively shedding its atmosphere into the vacuum of space. This real-time phenomenon reveals the world generating a colossal companion cloud of gas, which remarkably precedes...
Struck by a cosmic ray: Galactic particles may have forced a passenger jet to make an emergency landing
A sudden altitude loss and subsequent emergency landing of a packed passenger jet in late October **is potentially attributable to** a stream of high-energy particles originating from a distant supernova explosion. **Aircraft Manufacturer Links Mid-Air Incident to...
China’s 1st reusable rocket explodes in dramatic fireball during landing after reaching orbit on debut flight
The inaugural test flight of Landspace's Zhuque-3 rocket culminated in a fiery explosion, despite the vehicle having successfully achieved orbit. In a significant aerospace development, China's private firm Landspace successfully launched its Zhuque-3 rocket on...