Red is often associated with intense emotions such as love, passion and anger. It can increase a sense of urgency, which is why it is often used in sales.

Blue is typically associated with calmness. It can reduce stress and is a popular choice for bedrooms and offices to enhance productivity and relaxation.

Yellow is linked to happiness and positivity. It is often used in warning signs and marketing to draw the eye and create a sense of cheerfulness.

Green represents nature, growth, and tranquility. It can boost a sense of balance and calm and can reduce anxiety and improve concentration.

Purple is associated with luxury, creativity and spirituality. It is often used in artistic spaces and products targeting a sense of sophistication and luxury.

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The simplest and most classic braid, often the first type learned. It involves dividing the hair into three sections and alternately crossing the outer sections over the middle one.

A more intricate braid that starts at the crown of the head. It involves gradually adding sections of hair to the three-strand braid as you work your way down.

Similar to the French braid but with a different technique. Instead of crossing the sections over each other, you cross them under. This creates a braid that stands out from the scalp.

This braid involves dividing the hair into two sections and alternately taking small pieces from the outer edges of each section and crossing them over to the opposite section.

Individual plaits that are typically divided into small, square-shaped sections. Often, hair extensions are added to create length and volume.

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<p>A jointly developed satellite by China and France was successfully launched on Saturday (June 22). The satellite, designed to study the farthest explosions of stars, is a collaboration between the two countries' space agencies and scientific groups.</p>

<p>The Long March-2C rocket, carrying the advanced astronomical satellite, lifted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province.</p>

<p>According to Chinese media reports, the satellite's mission included studying phenomena like gamma-ray bursts, which are crucial to understanding stellar explosions and their impact on the universe.</p>

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<p>The 930-kilogram satellite is equipped with four instruments - two French and two Chinese. It was launched at about 3:00 pm (0700 GMT) from Xichang Satellite Launch Center, as per AFP journalists who observed its liftoff.</p>

<p>The satellite mission, named Space Variable Objects Monitor, is the first joint venture in astronomy between China and France, following their successful cooperation on the China-France Oceanography Satellite (CFOSat) launched in 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The CFOSat was launched on October 29, 2018 and has been providing crucial data for oceanographic and climate research.</p>

<p>An astrophysicist at the Flatiron Institute's Center for Astrophysics in New York Ore Gottlieb told AFP, "SVOM has the potential to unravel several mysteries in the field of (gamma-ray bursts), including detecting the most distant GRBs in the universe, which correspond to the earliest GRBs."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Recently, China's lunar probe Chang'e-6 carried payloads from the European Space Agency, Pakistani, French, and Italian research institutes to the far side of the moon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>United States in 2011 imposed a ban prohibiting any direct collaboration between NASA and entities based in China. This ban was introduced due to concerns over national security and human rights violations. It effectively halted joint projects and exchanges between NASA and Chinese counterparts in the space sector.&nbsp;</p>

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A jointly developed satellite by China and France was successfully launched on Saturday (June 22). The satellite, designed to study the farthest explosions of stars, is a collaboration between the two countries' space agencies and scientific groups.

A jointly developed satellite by China and France was successfully launched on Saturday (June 22). The satellite, designed to study the farthest explosions of stars, is a collaboration between the two countries' space agencies and scientific groups. The Long March-2C rocket, carrying the advanced astronomical satellite, lifted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province. According to Chinese media reports, the satellite's mission included studying phenomena like gamma-ray bursts, which are crucial to understanding stellar explosions and their impact on the universe. Also Read | NASA's HiRISE camera captures image of phobos, Mars' 'space potato' Moon The 930-kilogram satellite is equipped with four instruments - two French and two Chinese. It was launched at about 3:00 pm (0700 GMT) from Xichang Satellite Launch Center, as per AFP journalists who observed its liftoff. The satellite mission, named Space Variable Objects Monitor, is the first joint venture in astronomy between China and France, following their successful cooperation on the China-France Oceanography Satellite (CFOSat) launched in 2018. Also Read | NASA simulates massive asteroid impact to explore emergency response The CFOSat was launched on October 29, 2018 and has been providing crucial data for oceanographic and climate research. An astrophysicist at the Flatiron Institute's Center for Astrophysics in New York Ore Gottlieb told AFP, "SVOM has the potential to unravel several mysteries in the field of (gamma-ray bursts), including detecting the most distant GRBs in the universe, which correspond to the earliest GRBs." Watch | China's Russia aid hurting EU ties: Germany | 3 dead in Russian strikes on Kharkiv × Recently, China's lunar probe Chang'e-6 carried payloads from the European Space Agency, Pakistani, French, and Italian research institutes to the far side of the moon. United States in 2011 imposed a ban prohibiting any direct collaboration between NASA and entities based in China. This ban was introduced due to concerns over national security and human rights violations. It effectively halted joint projects and exchanges between NASA and Chinese counterparts in the space sector. (With inputs from agencies)

China, France launch powerful satellite for studying star explosions

<p>NASA has released a striking new image of Phobos, Mars' larger and oddly shaped moon, often referred to as the "space potato" due to its lumpy and irregular shape.</p>

<p>Phobos, which measures about 17 by 14 by 11 miles (27 by 22 by 18 kilometres), lacks the gravitational strength to form a spherical shape like Earth's Moon.</p>

<p>This unique structure is a result of its small size and weak gravity, giving it an appearance reminiscent of a&nbsp;potato.</p>

<p>Phobos' peculiar form is highlighted in the image captured by the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera aboard NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.</p>

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<p>The image, taken against the backdrop of the dark expanse of space, shows the moon's brownish-red, crater-filled surface.</p>

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<p>Notably, a prominent white patch is visible next to Stickney crater, one of the largest craters on Phobos' right side. Even after its seemingly static presence, Phobos is on a slow yet inevitable collision course with Mars.</p>

<p>The moon is gradually inching closer to the Red Planet at a rate of about six feet (1.8 metres) every hundred years. At this pace, scientists predict that Phobos will either crash into Mars or break apart into a ring around the planet in approximately 50 million years.</p>

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<p>The HiRISE camera, which has been studying Mars since 2006, continues to provide invaluable insights into the Martian environment and its moons.</p>

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<h2><strong>Deimos</strong></h2>

<p>Deimos, the smaller and more distant moon, orbits Mars at an average distance of about 23,500 kilometres (14,600 miles).</p>

<p>It is also irregularly shaped but has a smoother appearance compared to Phobos, with fewer large craters and a more uniform surface covered by a thick regolith.</p>

<p>Its most significant features include two craters named Swift and Voltaire. Deimos' orbit is slowly moving it away from Mars, but this process is happening at a much slower rate.</p>

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NASA has released a striking new image of Phobos, Mars' larger and oddly shaped moon, often referred to as the "space potato" due to its lumpy and irregular shape.

NASA has released a striking new image of Phobos, Mars' larger and oddly shaped moon, often referred to as the "space potato" due to its lumpy and irregular shape. Phobos, which measures about 17 by 14 by 11 miles (27 by 22 by 18 kilometres), lacks the gravitational strength to form a spherical shape like Earth's Moon. This unique structure is a result of its small size and weak gravity, giving it an appearance reminiscent of a potato. Phobos' peculiar form is highlighted in the image captured by the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera aboard NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. Also Read | NASA simulates massive asteroid impact to explore emergency response The image, taken against the backdrop of the dark expanse of space, shows the moon's brownish-red, crater-filled surface. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NASA (@nasa) × Notably, a prominent white patch is visible next to Stickney crater, one of the largest craters on Phobos' right side. Even after its seemingly static presence, Phobos is on a slow yet inevitable collision course with Mars. The moon is gradually inching closer to the Red Planet at a rate of about six feet (1.8 metres) every hundred years. At this pace, scientists predict that Phobos will either crash into Mars or break apart into a ring around the planet in approximately 50 million years. Also Read | Boeing's Starliner capsule extends ISS stay again, to assess helium system leaks & thruster performance The HiRISE camera, which has been studying Mars since 2006, continues to provide invaluable insights into the Martian environment and its moons. Watch | Study finds AI can detect Parkinson's seven years before onset × Deimos Deimos, the smaller and more distant moon, orbits Mars at an average distance of about 23,500 kilometres (14,600 miles). It is also irregularly shaped but has a smoother appearance compared to Phobos, with fewer large craters and a more uniform surface covered by a thick regolith. Its most significant features include two craters named Swift and Voltaire. Deimos' orbit is slowly moving it away from Mars, but this process is happening at a much slower rate. (With inputs from agencies)

NASA's HiRISE camera captures image of phobos, Mars' 'space potato' Moon

<p>In response to the verdict related to the exploitation of their domestic workers at their luxurious Geneva villa, Hindujas have moved a higher court and released a media statement breaking the silence on the matter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokesperson for Kamal, Prakash, Namrata and Ajay Hinduja while refuting the court sentencing said that there has been no "imprisonment, conviction, sentence, or detention" of the Hinduja family members and that the human trafficking charges have been dismissed, according to reports.</p>

<p>This comes after four members of the prominent Hinduja family were sentenced to up to four and a half years in prison by a Swiss court for the exploitation of Indian domestic workers. While the criminal court acquitted the billionaire family members of the more severe charge of human trafficking.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The statement by Hindujas maintained the innocence of the four while pointing out the lack of complainants in the case. It revealed that the&nbsp;complainants earlier "were led into signing statements that they didn't even understand."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It may be noted that the case has no complainants left anymore and they had declared in the court that they were led into signing statements that they didn't even understand. They had neither intended to nor initiated such proceedings. All of them further testified that the four Hinduja Family Members treated them with “respect, dignity and like family”," the statement read.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, the family has appealed against the lower court conviction and said in a statement, "Per Swiss law procedures, the lower court's judgment is rendered ineffective and inoperative as the presumption of innocence is paramount until and unless a final judgment by the highest adjudicating authority is enforced."</p>

<p>The Hinduja family faced accusations of smuggling Indian labourers into Switzerland, confiscating their passports and subjecting them to grueling 16-hour workdays without overtime pay, as per reports.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the prosecution, the domestic workers were forced to sleep in windowless basement quarters on bunk beds and were forbidden from leaving the property.</p>

<h2><strong>Spent more on dog&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Swiss prosecutor Yves Bertossa highlighted the treatment of the family's pets and compared it with the treatment of family members of their servants.</p>

<p>"The Hindujas spent more for one dog than one of their servants," as per Bloomberg report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bertossa detailed the dire conditions and revealed that one female servant received as little as 7 Swiss francs (nearly Rs 660) for 18-hour workdays, seven days a week.</p>

<p>In stark contrast, the Hinduja family spent 8,584 Swiss francs (about Rs 8 lakh or $9573) annually on their pet dog.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In response to the verdict related to the exploitation of their domestic workers at their luxurious Geneva villa, Hindujas have moved a higher court and released a media statement breaking the silence on the matter.

In response to the verdict related to the exploitation of their domestic workers at their luxurious Geneva villa, Hindujas have moved a higher court and released a media statement breaking the silence on the matter. A spokesperson for Kamal, Prakash, Namrata and Ajay Hinduja while refuting the court sentencing said that there has been no "imprisonment, conviction, sentence, or detention" of the Hinduja family members and that the human trafficking charges have been dismissed, according to reports. This comes after four members of the prominent Hinduja family were sentenced to up to four and a half years in prison by a Swiss court for the exploitation of Indian domestic workers. While the criminal court acquitted the billionaire family members of the more severe charge of human trafficking. Also Read | Israeli strikes kill at least 42 Palestinians in Gaza refugee camp: Hamas The statement by Hindujas maintained the innocence of the four while pointing out the lack of complainants in the case. It revealed that the complainants earlier "were led into signing statements that they didn't even understand." "It may be noted that the case has no complainants left anymore and they had declared in the court that they were led into signing statements that they didn't even understand. They had neither intended to nor initiated such proceedings. All of them further testified that the four Hinduja Family Members treated them with “respect, dignity and like family”," the statement read. Also Read | Kanishka bombing 1985 investigation 'active and ongoing': Canadian police Notably, the family has appealed against the lower court conviction and said in a statement, "Per Swiss law procedures, the lower court's judgment is rendered ineffective and inoperative as the presumption of innocence is paramount until and unless a final judgment by the highest adjudicating authority is enforced." The Hinduja family faced accusations of smuggling Indian labourers into Switzerland, confiscating their passports and subjecting them to grueling 16-hour workdays without overtime pay, as per reports. Watch | Drunkest Russia has been in a decade, President Putin raises taxes to discourage Vodka consumption × According to the prosecution, the domestic workers were forced to sleep in windowless basement quarters on bunk beds and were forbidden from leaving the property. Spent more on dog Swiss prosecutor Yves Bertossa highlighted the treatment of the family's pets and compared it with the treatment of family members of their servants. "The Hindujas spent more for one dog than one of their servants," as per Bloomberg report. Bertossa detailed the dire conditions and revealed that one female servant received as little as 7 Swiss francs (nearly Rs 660) for 18-hour workdays, seven days a week. In stark contrast, the Hinduja family spent 8,584 Swiss francs (about Rs 8 lakh or $9573) annually on their pet dog. (With inputs from agencies)

Hindujas move higher court after Swiss court gives jail term for exploiting staff

<p>Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing."</p>

<p>"Our investigative efforts remain active and ongoing," the Canadian police said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Kanishka bombing was the terrorist attack on Air India Flight 182 which occurred on June 23, 1985 and&nbsp;claimed 329 lives.</p>

<p>The flight was en route from Montreal to London when a bomb believed to be planted by Sikh extremists exploded, killing everyone on board. This act of terrorism shook the Canadian and Indian communities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement on Friday (June 21), the Canadian police said that it was the "greatest terror-related loss of life" in Canadian history. The statement was issued by RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul as 2024 marks the 39th anniversary of the tragedy.</p>

<p>"The trauma caused by the bombing on June 23, 1985 has impacted generations," he added.</p>

<p>RCMP also extended its "deepest sympathies, understanding and support" to the victims' families.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Canadian police termed the investigation as the "longest" and "one of the most complex domestic terrorism investigations" that the RCMP has undertaken in its history.</p>

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<p>"This year marks the 39th anniversary memorial, with the 40th memorial, a significant milestone, approaching in 2025," Teboul noted. He also urged Canadians to remember and honour the victims both privately and at public memorials.</p>

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<p>"At the memorials, previous and current employees from the investigation and our greater organization, past and present will ensure we remember those lost and those left to deal with the unthinkable," Teboul said.</p>

<p>The motivation behind the bombings believed to be a retaliation of Operation Blue Star, a military operation carried out by the Indian government in June 1984 to remove Sikh militants who had taken refuge in the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, Punjab. The operation led to significant destruction and loss of life.</p>

<p>Canadian police said, "Over the years, attending the memorials have been an opportunity to pay our respects to the victims and their families, and show our appreciation for all those that did so much to respond to and investigate the tragedy. We must never forget those innocent lives lost to this tragedy and other acts of terrorism."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing." "Our investigative efforts remain active and ongoing," the Canadian police said in a statement. The Kanishka bombing was the terrorist attack on Air India Flight 182 which occurred on June 23, 1985 and claimed 329 lives. The flight was en route from Montreal to London when a bomb believed to be planted by Sikh extremists exploded, killing everyone on board. This act of terrorism shook the Canadian and Indian communities. In a statement on Friday (June 21), the Canadian police said that it was the "greatest terror-related loss of life" in Canadian history. The statement was issued by RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul as 2024 marks the 39th anniversary of the tragedy. "The trauma caused by the bombing on June 23, 1985 has impacted generations," he added. RCMP also extended its "deepest sympathies, understanding and support" to the victims' families. Also Read | NASA simulates massive asteroid impact to explore emergency response The Canadian police termed the investigation as the "longest" and "one of the most complex domestic terrorism investigations" that the RCMP has undertaken in its history. Also Read | Boeing's Starliner capsule extends ISS stay again, to assess helium system leaks & thruster performance "This year marks the 39th anniversary memorial, with the 40th memorial, a significant milestone, approaching in 2025," Teboul noted. He also urged Canadians to remember and honour the victims both privately and at public memorials. Watch | UK: British court to examine Vatican's 'trial of the century' × "At the memorials, previous and current employees from the investigation and our greater organization, past and present will ensure we remember those lost and those left to deal with the unthinkable," Teboul said. The motivation behind the bombings believed to be a retaliation of Operation Blue Star, a military operation carried out by the Indian government in June 1984 to remove Sikh militants who had taken refuge in the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, Punjab. The operation led to significant destruction and loss of life. Canadian police said, "Over the years, attending the memorials have been an opportunity to pay our respects to the victims and their families, and show our appreciation for all those that did so much to respond to and investigate the tragedy. We must never forget those innocent lives lost to this tragedy and other acts of terrorism." (With inputs from agencies)

Kanishka bombing 1985 investigation 'active and ongoing': Canadian police

<p>NASA and international partners, in a recent table-top simulation, explored the hypothetical scenario of a massive asteroid with a 72 per cent&nbsp;chance of hitting Earth in about 14 years.</p>

<p>This space rock, large enough to devastate a region, served as a reminder of the importance of preparedness and response strategies for asteroid threats.</p>

<p>The exercise, held in April, involved asteroid experts, NASA personnel, federal emergency management officials, and their international counterparts.</p>

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<p>Terik Daly, the planetary defense section supervisor at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory said, "We don't know of any asteroids of a substantial size that are going to hit the Earth for the next hundred years."</p>

<p>"But we also know... that we don't know where most of the asteroids are that are large enough to cause regional devastation," he added.</p>

<p>The asteroid in question was estimated to be between 60 metres and almost 800 metres across. Even a smaller asteroid could cause massive damage depending on its impact location.</p>

<p>Lindley Johnson, NASA’s Planetary Defense Officer Emeritus, noted that an asteroid of this size impacting land near a metropolitan area would be a "serious" situation.</p>

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<p>The simulation highlighted the uncertainties in predicting the asteroid's properties and the consequences of its impact. Scientists figured that they would be unable to gather more information about this threat for over six months until another asteroid is spotted and they could assess it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We're going to have very large uncertainties in the asteroid's properties, and that leads to very large uncertainties in what the consequences would be if it were to hit the ground," said Daly.</p>

<p>He said there is also uncertainty over "what it would take to stop that asteroid from hitting the ground.”</p>

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<p>Participants discussed three options for addressing the threat. First is waiting and doing nothing until more information could be gathered, second is starting a US-led space mission to gather more data or third is building a more expensive spacecraft capable of altering the asteroid's path.</p>

<p>NASA is set to launch a new asteroid-finding telescope in the fall of 2027 to improve the detection and tracking of near-Earth objects. “We’ve got to discover what’s out there, determine their orbits, and then determine whether they represent an impact hazard to the Earth over time,”&nbsp;Johnson said.</p>

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NASA and international partners, in a recent table-top simulation, explored the hypothetical scenario of a massive asteroid with a 72 per cent chance of hitting Earth in about 14 years.

NASA and international partners, in a recent table-top simulation, explored the hypothetical scenario of a massive asteroid with a 72 per cent chance of hitting Earth in about 14 years. This space rock, large enough to devastate a region, served as a reminder of the importance of preparedness and response strategies for asteroid threats. The exercise, held in April, involved asteroid experts, NASA personnel, federal emergency management officials, and their international counterparts. Also Read | AI-savvy Gen-Z workers likely to outpace older generations at workplace: Study Terik Daly, the planetary defense section supervisor at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory said, "We don't know of any asteroids of a substantial size that are going to hit the Earth for the next hundred years." "But we also know... that we don't know where most of the asteroids are that are large enough to cause regional devastation," he added. The asteroid in question was estimated to be between 60 metres and almost 800 metres across. Even a smaller asteroid could cause massive damage depending on its impact location. Lindley Johnson, NASA’s Planetary Defense Officer Emeritus, noted that an asteroid of this size impacting land near a metropolitan area would be a "serious" situation. Also Read | China threatens death penalty for 'diehard' Taiwan separatists The simulation highlighted the uncertainties in predicting the asteroid's properties and the consequences of its impact. Scientists figured that they would be unable to gather more information about this threat for over six months until another asteroid is spotted and they could assess it. "We're going to have very large uncertainties in the asteroid's properties, and that leads to very large uncertainties in what the consequences would be if it were to hit the ground," said Daly. He said there is also uncertainty over "what it would take to stop that asteroid from hitting the ground.” Watch | Study finds AI can detect Parkinson's seven years before onset × Participants discussed three options for addressing the threat. First is waiting and doing nothing until more information could be gathered, second is starting a US-led space mission to gather more data or third is building a more expensive spacecraft capable of altering the asteroid's path. NASA is set to launch a new asteroid-finding telescope in the fall of 2027 to improve the detection and tracking of near-Earth objects. “We’ve got to discover what’s out there, determine their orbits, and then determine whether they represent an impact hazard to the Earth over time,” Johnson said. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which carried NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station (ISS), has been extended yet again.</p>

<p>Initially scheduled to depart the ISS on June 26, the spacecraft will now remain docked until at least July 2, according to NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This decision will now allow NASA and Boeing to further assess and address the problems encountered during the mission.</p>

<p>The Starliner experienced issues with five of its 28 reaction control system (RCS) thrusters during its rendezvous and docking with the ISS. Five small helium leaks were also detected in the propulsion system.</p>

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<p>While providing an update on the return of astronauts, manager of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program the Steve Stich on Friday (June 21) said, "We are taking our time and following our standard mission management team process."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are letting the data drive our decision making relative to managing the small helium system leaks and thruster performance we observed during rendezvous and docking," he added.</p>

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<p>There is a planned NASA spacewalk on July 2 which the space agency is looking to be done with before the return of the astronauts. This extra time will enable NASA to complete the necessary checkouts and ensure the spacecraft is ready for a safe return to Earth.</p>

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<p>NASA officials have also expressed confidence in the Starliner's performance while docked to the ISS.</p>

<p>"Starliner is performing well in orbit while docked to the space station," Stich said adding, "We are strategically using the extra time to clear a path for some critical station activities while completing readiness for Butch and Suni's return on Starliner and gaining valuable insight into the system upgrades we will want to make for post-certification missions."</p>

<p>As far as the crew members are concerned, NASA officials said they are "not pressed for time to leave the station since there are plenty of supplies in orbit, and the station's schedule is relatively open through mid-August."&nbsp;</p>

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Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which carried NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station (ISS), has been extended yet again.

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which carried NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station (ISS), has been extended yet again. Initially scheduled to depart the ISS on June 26, the spacecraft will now remain docked until at least July 2, according to NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. This decision will now allow NASA and Boeing to further assess and address the problems encountered during the mission. The Starliner experienced issues with five of its 28 reaction control system (RCS) thrusters during its rendezvous and docking with the ISS. Five small helium leaks were also detected in the propulsion system. Also Read | Jurassic king with a crown? Scientists discover fancy headgear on 78-million-year-old dinosaur While providing an update on the return of astronauts, manager of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program the Steve Stich on Friday (June 21) said, "We are taking our time and following our standard mission management team process." "We are letting the data drive our decision making relative to managing the small helium system leaks and thruster performance we observed during rendezvous and docking," he added. Also Read | US family claims over $80,000 from NASA after space debris hit their home There is a planned NASA spacewalk on July 2 which the space agency is looking to be done with before the return of the astronauts. This extra time will enable NASA to complete the necessary checkouts and ensure the spacecraft is ready for a safe return to Earth. Watch | Study: Secret aliens could be here on Earth already × Starliner 'performing well' NASA officials have also expressed confidence in the Starliner's performance while docked to the ISS. "Starliner is performing well in orbit while docked to the space station," Stich said adding, "We are strategically using the extra time to clear a path for some critical station activities while completing readiness for Butch and Suni's return on Starliner and gaining valuable insight into the system upgrades we will want to make for post-certification missions." As far as the crew members are concerned, NASA officials said they are "not pressed for time to leave the station since there are plenty of supplies in orbit, and the station's schedule is relatively open through mid-August." (With inputs from agencies)

Boeing's Starliner capsule extends ISS stay again, to assess helium system leaks & thruster performance

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a display of camaraderie and collective military solidarity, arrived in Pyongyang to a resplendent welcome on Tuesday (June 19).</p>

<p>The visit, a first in 24 years by a Russian leader, marked a gesture of friendship between Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, against the backdrop of escalating tensions of the two countries with Western nations.</p>

<p>After he stepped on to North Korean soil, Putin embarked on a series of engagements to underscore the deepening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang.</p>

<p>Putin's arrival saw the streets of Pyongyang adorned with flags and images of him.</p>

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<p>A highlight of the visit was a leisurely drive that Putin took with Kim in a luxurious Russian-built Aurus limousine, a gift from Putin himself.</p>

<p>The black armoured vehicle, akin to Putin's own official presidential car in Russia, became a symbol of their burgeoning friendship as they cruised through the city streets.</p>

<p>Russian state TV captured the moment showing Putin at the wheel and Kim beside him.</p>

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<p>The trip also solidified their military cooperation, with both leaders signing an agreement that included a mutual defence pledge. Kim described the strengthened ties as an "alliance".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The comprehensive partnership agreement signed today provides, among other things, for mutual assistance in the event of aggression against one of the parties to this agreement," Putin said.</p>

<p>The camaraderie extended beyond the diplomatic talks, as Putin and Kim were seen strolling side by side through a wooded area, engaging in conversation.</p>

<p>North Koreans lined the streets, greeting both leaders warmly as they passed by in an open top Mercedes.</p>

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<p>Kim, known for his appreciation of luxury vehicles, received his first Aurus limousine earlier this year from Putin.</p>

<p>As both leaders shared moments of&nbsp;leisurely drive, the gesture further cemented their personal rapport.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visit also coincided with heightened tensions between Russia and the West, particularly in the wake of economic sanctions imposed on Russia in the wake of its attack on Ukraine.</p>

<p>North Korea, despite its own challenges, has emerged as a steadfast partner for Russia amid international isolation.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a display of camaraderie and collective military solidarity, arrived in Pyongyang to a resplendent welcome on Tuesday (June 19).

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a display of camaraderie and collective military solidarity, arrived in Pyongyang to a resplendent welcome on Tuesday (June 19). The visit, a first in 24 years by a Russian leader, marked a gesture of friendship between Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, against the backdrop of escalating tensions of the two countries with Western nations. After he stepped on to North Korean soil, Putin embarked on a series of engagements to underscore the deepening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang. Putin's arrival saw the streets of Pyongyang adorned with flags and images of him. ⭐️ „Vladimir Putin visits North Korea for the first time in 24 years. Portraits of Putin, flags of Russia and North Korea on the streets: Pyongyang prepared for the visit of the Russian President.“https://t.co/ZkBQIXlQd6 pic.twitter.com/CP44GDhLKM — Anam Cara (@AnamOxana) June 18, 2024 × A highlight of the visit was a leisurely drive that Putin took with Kim in a luxurious Russian-built Aurus limousine, a gift from Putin himself. The black armoured vehicle, akin to Putin's own official presidential car in Russia, became a symbol of their burgeoning friendship as they cruised through the city streets. Russian state TV captured the moment showing Putin at the wheel and Kim beside him. President Putin driving President Kim Jong Un in North Korea... Wow pic.twitter.com/PD9cwrZnGT — HOWARD SAINT (@HOWARDSAINT3) June 19, 2024 × The trip also solidified their military cooperation, with both leaders signing an agreement that included a mutual defence pledge. Kim described the strengthened ties as an "alliance". "The comprehensive partnership agreement signed today provides, among other things, for mutual assistance in the event of aggression against one of the parties to this agreement," Putin said. The camaraderie extended beyond the diplomatic talks, as Putin and Kim were seen strolling side by side through a wooded area, engaging in conversation. North Koreans lined the streets, greeting both leaders warmly as they passed by in an open top Mercedes. 🇰🇵 Driving through the streets of Pyongyang: Putin, Kim Jong-un and North Koreans greeting them. pic.twitter.com/5koEub5Qo8 — Roberto (@UniqueMongolia) June 19, 2024 × Kim, known for his appreciation of luxury vehicles, received his first Aurus limousine earlier this year from Putin. As both leaders shared moments of leisurely drive, the gesture further cemented their personal rapport. The visit also coincided with heightened tensions between Russia and the West, particularly in the wake of economic sanctions imposed on Russia in the wake of its attack on Ukraine. North Korea, despite its own challenges, has emerged as a steadfast partner for Russia amid international isolation. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Researchers from the University of Houston have made a groundbreaking discovery regarding Saturn's energy dynamics by revealing a seasonal imbalance that could reshape our understanding of planetary climates.</p>

<p>Led by physics professor Liming Li and doctoral student Xinyue Wang, the study, published in Nature Communications, utilised data from the Cassini probe mission to uncover previously unknown variations in Saturn's energy absorption and emission.</p>

<p>Wang explained, "This is the first time that a global energy imbalance on a seasonal scale has been observed on a gas giant."</p>

<p>"In current models and theories of the atmosphere, climate and evolution of the gas giants, the global energy budget is assumed to be balanced," Wang said. "But we believe our discovery of this seasonal energy imbalance necessitates a reevaluation of those models and theories."</p>

<p>Saturn, like other gas giants, receives energy from both solar radiation and internal heat.</p>

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<p>However, its large orbital eccentricity causes dramatic shifts in absorbed solar energy throughout its orbit. This imbalance differs greatly from Earth, which experiences minimal seasonal energy variations due to its nearly circular orbit.</p>

<p>The findings suggested that Saturn's irregular energy budget plays a crucial role in the formation of its intense storms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"To our knowledge, the role of energy budget in the development of moist, convective storms on Earth has not been fully examined, so we plan to investigate that as well to see if there's a connection," Wang noted.</p>

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<p>The study challenged existing planetary models that assume a balanced energy budget across gas giants.</p>

<p>Xun Jiang, an atmospheric sciences professor, said that Earth's energy budget is primarily influenced by solar radiation and thermal emission, with internal heat being negligible. However, Saturn's internal heat complicates its seasonal energy dynamics.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Looking ahead, the research team plans to extend their findings to other gas giants like Uranus, anticipating similarly profound energy imbalances.</p>

<p>"Our data suggests these planets will have significant energy imbalances as well, especially Uranus, which we predict will have the strongest imbalance due to its orbital eccentricity and very high obliquity," Wang said.</p>

<p>"What we're investigating now will identify limitations in current observations and formulate testable hypotheses which will benefit that future flagship mission," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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Researchers from the University of Houston have made a groundbreaking discovery regarding Saturn's energy dynamics by revealing a seasonal imbalance that could reshape our understanding of planetary climates.

Researchers from the University of Houston have made a groundbreaking discovery regarding Saturn's energy dynamics by revealing a seasonal imbalance that could reshape our understanding of planetary climates. Led by physics professor Liming Li and doctoral student Xinyue Wang, the study, published in Nature Communications, utilised data from the Cassini probe mission to uncover previously unknown variations in Saturn's energy absorption and emission. Wang explained, "This is the first time that a global energy imbalance on a seasonal scale has been observed on a gas giant." "In current models and theories of the atmosphere, climate and evolution of the gas giants, the global energy budget is assumed to be balanced," Wang said. "But we believe our discovery of this seasonal energy imbalance necessitates a reevaluation of those models and theories." Saturn, like other gas giants, receives energy from both solar radiation and internal heat. Also Read | Air pollution becomes second leading risk factor of deaths globally, finds study However, its large orbital eccentricity causes dramatic shifts in absorbed solar energy throughout its orbit. This imbalance differs greatly from Earth, which experiences minimal seasonal energy variations due to its nearly circular orbit. The findings suggested that Saturn's irregular energy budget plays a crucial role in the formation of its intense storms. "To our knowledge, the role of energy budget in the development of moist, convective storms on Earth has not been fully examined, so we plan to investigate that as well to see if there's a connection," Wang noted. Also Read | Asteroid alert! Several plane-sized objects hurtling towards Earth this week The study challenged existing planetary models that assume a balanced energy budget across gas giants. Xun Jiang, an atmospheric sciences professor, said that Earth's energy budget is primarily influenced by solar radiation and thermal emission, with internal heat being negligible. However, Saturn's internal heat complicates its seasonal energy dynamics. × Looking ahead, the research team plans to extend their findings to other gas giants like Uranus, anticipating similarly profound energy imbalances. "Our data suggests these planets will have significant energy imbalances as well, especially Uranus, which we predict will have the strongest imbalance due to its orbital eccentricity and very high obliquity," Wang said. "What we're investigating now will identify limitations in current observations and formulate testable hypotheses which will benefit that future flagship mission," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Saturn's massive energy imbalance challenges planetary science

<p>French President Emmanuel Macron is facing criticism after making controversial remarks targeting the New Popular Front, a left-wing alliance, ahead of the upcoming legislative elections.</p>

<p>Macron accused the alliance of promoting policies he described as "completely crazy," specifically citing their proposal to allow gender changes at town halls.</p>

<p>The New Popular Front, which includes groups ranging from Socialists to Communists, has emerged as a significant challenger to Macron's ruling alliance.</p>

<p>Macron on Tuesday (June 18) said,&nbsp;"They see well what is on offer. The RN and its allies offer things which may make people happy but in the end we are talking 100 billion (euros) a year."</p>

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<p>"And on the other side, with the extreme left it's four times worse – there is no more secularity, they will go back on the immigration law and there are things that are completely farcical like changing your gender at the town hall," he added.</p>

<p>His remarks, intended to discredit opponents, have instead ignited a broader debate over inclusivity and the treatment of minority rights in political discourse.</p>

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<p>The left-wing coalition's manifesto includes a proposal to enable the modification of civil status at town halls. Currently, changing the gender marker on legal documents necessitates a judicial process.</p>

<p>However, the requirement doesn't mandate gender-affirming surgery, but applicants must demonstrate that their legal sex doesn't align with their gender identity or social life, as per reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With opinion polls forecasting a third-place finish for his party in the elections, Macron's comments drew backlash from opposition leaders as well as from his own party.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response to Macron's remarks, Clement Beaune, an openly gay MP from Macron's party, expressed, "For trans people, for LGBT people, for everyone... we must reject all stigmatization in political discourse and advance rights."</p>

<p>Criticism also came swiftly from opposition leaders from the Socialist Party as well.</p>

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<p>Party's Olivier Faure likened Macron's leadership to that of Nero, known for his tyrannical rule.</p>

<p>"We were waiting for Jupiter but we got Nero." Faure questioned Macron's shift towards rhetoric resembling that of the extreme right.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similarly, Fabien Roussel of the Communist Party accused Macron of "losing his nerve".</p>

<p>The organization Progressistes LGBT+ said that they "deeply regret comments aimed at stigmatising transgender people."</p>

<p>The controversy underscores Macron's increasingly precarious position as he faces a challenging electoral fight seeking to regain momentum amid a resurgent left.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


French President Emmanuel Macron is facing criticism after making controversial remarks targeting the New Popular Front, a left-wing alliance, ahead of the upcoming legislative elections.

French President Emmanuel Macron is facing criticism after making controversial remarks targeting the New Popular Front, a left-wing alliance, ahead of the upcoming legislative elections. Macron accused the alliance of promoting policies he described as "completely crazy," specifically citing their proposal to allow gender changes at town halls. The New Popular Front, which includes groups ranging from Socialists to Communists, has emerged as a significant challenger to Macron's ruling alliance. Macron on Tuesday (June 18) said, "They see well what is on offer. The RN and its allies offer things which may make people happy but in the end we are talking 100 billion (euros) a year." Also Read | At least 68 Indian nationals die in Hajj pilgrimage amid scorching temperatures: Diplomat "And on the other side, with the extreme left it's four times worse – there is no more secularity, they will go back on the immigration law and there are things that are completely farcical like changing your gender at the town hall," he added. His remarks, intended to discredit opponents, have instead ignited a broader debate over inclusivity and the treatment of minority rights in political discourse. Also Read | House Ethics Committee interviews women witnesses in Gaetz sex trafficking probe The left-wing coalition's manifesto includes a proposal to enable the modification of civil status at town halls. Currently, changing the gender marker on legal documents necessitates a judicial process. However, the requirement doesn't mandate gender-affirming surgery, but applicants must demonstrate that their legal sex doesn't align with their gender identity or social life, as per reports. With opinion polls forecasting a third-place finish for his party in the elections, Macron's comments drew backlash from opposition leaders as well as from his own party. In response to Macron's remarks, Clement Beaune, an openly gay MP from Macron's party, expressed, "For trans people, for LGBT people, for everyone... we must reject all stigmatization in political discourse and advance rights." Criticism also came swiftly from opposition leaders from the Socialist Party as well. Watch | White House cancels high-level Israel-US meeting on Iran × Party's Olivier Faure likened Macron's leadership to that of Nero, known for his tyrannical rule. "We were waiting for Jupiter but we got Nero." Faure questioned Macron's shift towards rhetoric resembling that of the extreme right. Similarly, Fabien Roussel of the Communist Party accused Macron of "losing his nerve". The organization Progressistes LGBT+ said that they "deeply regret comments aimed at stigmatising transgender people." The controversy underscores Macron's increasingly precarious position as he faces a challenging electoral fight seeking to regain momentum amid a resurgent left. (With inputs from agencies)

Macron faces backlash for 'transphobic' remarks amid electoral struggle

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