<p>The world is not alien to the concept of driverless cars which even though has appeared as a complex challenge, with advanced technology and bright minds, the human race seems to have almost created it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such vehicles are built in a way that they have an understanding of their surroundings through which they control the car, even though there is no human intervention.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking a step ahead from this innovation, the scientists at the University of Tokyo, headed by Dr Kento Kawaharazuka, have now created a robot which can easily drive a regular car.</p>

<p>The musculoskeletal humanoid robot, named Musashi, has been designed in a way that mimics the human body and drives the car like any other human.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With this innovation, one day a robotic chauffeur may be driving a non-autonomous vehicle.</p>

<h2><strong>All about Musashi - robotic driver&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The robot Musashi has a musculoskeletal structure which closely resembles the human body. It has 39 joints, excluding the hands, and 74 muscles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It has five fingers in every hand and pressure sensors have been attached in both the hands and feet.</p>

<p>It has been designed in a way that it is able to perform complex tasks like using the handbrake, switching the ignition key, pressing pedals, steering wheel and using indicators.</p>

<p>The eyes of the robot have high-resolution cameras which are connected to artificial intelligence systems.</p>

<p>The cameras help Musashi recognise people in the wing mirrors and take steps according. It also helps in understanding when the pedestrians are crossing the road and the traffic lights are changing.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: Chinese scientists develop robot with lab-grown human brain</strong></p>

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<p>The robot Musashi can be seen as a significant step in the world of robotics and&nbsp;autonomous driving technology, which is still in the early stages of development.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of now, this robot is only capable of driving in a straight line and turning right and can only speed at just 3 mph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kawaharazuka accepts that the robot is still not capable of driving and handling the car at a good speed which human drivers can do.</p>

<p>Kawaharazuka said that there will be a time when robots like Musashi will work as versatile drivers.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The world is not alien to the concept of driverless cars which even though has appeared as a complex challenge, with advanced technology and bright minds, the human race seems to have almost created it.

The world is not alien to the concept of driverless cars which even though has appeared as a complex challenge, with advanced technology and bright minds, the human race seems to have almost created it. Such vehicles are built in a way that they have an understanding of their surroundings through which they control the car, even though there is no human intervention. Taking a step ahead from this innovation, the scientists at the University of Tokyo, headed by Dr Kento Kawaharazuka, have now created a robot which can easily drive a regular car. The musculoskeletal humanoid robot, named Musashi, has been designed in a way that mimics the human body and drives the car like any other human. Also Read: Can robots commit suicide? The curious case of cyborg's death shocks South Korea With this innovation, one day a robotic chauffeur may be driving a non-autonomous vehicle. All about Musashi - robotic driver The robot Musashi has a musculoskeletal structure which closely resembles the human body. It has 39 joints, excluding the hands, and 74 muscles. It has five fingers in every hand and pressure sensors have been attached in both the hands and feet. It has been designed in a way that it is able to perform complex tasks like using the handbrake, switching the ignition key, pressing pedals, steering wheel and using indicators. The eyes of the robot have high-resolution cameras which are connected to artificial intelligence systems. The cameras help Musashi recognise people in the wing mirrors and take steps according. It also helps in understanding when the pedestrians are crossing the road and the traffic lights are changing. Watch: Gravitas: Chinese scientists develop robot with lab-grown human brain The robot Musashi can be seen as a significant step in the world of robotics and autonomous driving technology, which is still in the early stages of development. As of now, this robot is only capable of driving in a straight line and turning right and can only speed at just 3 mph. Kawaharazuka accepts that the robot is still not capable of driving and handling the car at a good speed which human drivers can do. Kawaharazuka said that there will be a time when robots like Musashi will work as versatile drivers. (With inputs from agencies)

A robotic chauffeur! Scientists develop robot which can drive regular cars

<p>NASA has issued an alert against asteroid 2024 MG1 - which belongs to a class of asteroids known as the Apollo group which have their Earth-crossing orbits - and has been hurtling towards our planet at a scary speed of 33,600 kilometres per hour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The asteroid, which measures 180 feet (55 metres) in size, will be making its closest approach to Earth on July 21, 2024, at 21:31 UTC (3:01 AM IST on July 22). The asteroid is expected to come within the distance of 4.2 million kilometres.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In astronomical terms, there seems to be a significant distance between the asteroid and Earth, however, such close encounters always raise concerns regarding their potential impacts.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What are Apollo asteroids?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Apollo asteroids are a group of near-Earth asteroids (NEAs) and their orbits intersect the orbit of Earth. The group was given a name after the scientists discovered the first asteroid of this group called 1862 Apollo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such asteroids carry the potential risks if their orbits intersect with the orbit of the Earth closely.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What will happen if the asteroid collides with Earth?</strong></h2>

<p>According to scientists, if an asteroid like 2024 MG1 collides with Earth, there will be various consequences depending on its size, speed, and composition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Considering the asteroid's estimated size of 180 feet, its impact can lead to localised devastation, however, such occurrences are doubtful as the chances of 2024 MG1 colliding with Earth are very low.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Space agencies and scientists keep monitoring such asteroids to timely predict their movements and take the required action.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>How NASA is monitoring asteroids?</strong></h2>

<p>NASA's Monitoring and Response NASA along with other space agencies has been tracking asteroids like 2024 MG1 with the use of telescopes and radar systems.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While monitoring the asteroids, scientists are able to predict their path and adopt various mitigation strategies which range from deflection missions to evacuation plans decided for potentially affected areas.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


NASA has issued an alert against asteroid 2024 MG1 - which belongs to a class of asteroids known as the Apollo group which have their Earth-crossing orbits - and has been hurtling towards our planet at a scary speed of 33,600 kilometres per hour.

NASA has issued an alert against asteroid 2024 MG1 - which belongs to a class of asteroids known as the Apollo group which have their Earth-crossing orbits - and has been hurtling towards our planet at a scary speed of 33,600 kilometres per hour. The asteroid, which measures 180 feet (55 metres) in size, will be making its closest approach to Earth on July 21, 2024, at 21:31 UTC (3:01 AM IST on July 22). The asteroid is expected to come within the distance of 4.2 million kilometres. In astronomical terms, there seems to be a significant distance between the asteroid and Earth, however, such close encounters always raise concerns regarding their potential impacts. Also Read: NASA issues sudden warning as 100ft asteroid races towards Earth at lightning speed What are Apollo asteroids? Apollo asteroids are a group of near-Earth asteroids (NEAs) and their orbits intersect the orbit of Earth. The group was given a name after the scientists discovered the first asteroid of this group called 1862 Apollo. Such asteroids carry the potential risks if their orbits intersect with the orbit of the Earth closely. What will happen if the asteroid collides with Earth? According to scientists, if an asteroid like 2024 MG1 collides with Earth, there will be various consequences depending on its size, speed, and composition. Considering the asteroid's estimated size of 180 feet, its impact can lead to localised devastation, however, such occurrences are doubtful as the chances of 2024 MG1 colliding with Earth are very low. Space agencies and scientists keep monitoring such asteroids to timely predict their movements and take the required action. Watch: Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August How NASA is monitoring asteroids? NASA's Monitoring and Response NASA along with other space agencies has been tracking asteroids like 2024 MG1 with the use of telescopes and radar systems. While monitoring the asteroids, scientists are able to predict their path and adopt various mitigation strategies which range from deflection missions to evacuation plans decided for potentially affected areas. (With inputs from agencies)

NASA warns against 180-ft asteroid hurtling towards Earth at scary speed

<p>The scientists confirmed that Starlink's 20 satellites - which were released prematurely when the SpaceX rocket's failed launch took place last week - fell back towards Earth and got burned up in the upper atmosphere.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Currently, the experts have been investigating what went wrong and the rockets - which are likely to have caused the catastrophic failure - have been grounded till the investigation ends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A Falcon 9 rocket was launched by Space X on July 11 from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 10:35 pm&nbsp;ET. The launch took place one day after it was originally planned.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Initially, the launch took place as expected and the first stage of the rocket was successful when it was detached from the satellite-laden second stage before the landing of a drone ship in the Pacific Ocean.</p>

<h2><strong>Where did the SpaceX rocket go wrong?</strong></h2>

<p>The SpaceX rocket failed to complete its second stage because of a leak in liquid oxygen due to which it was stranded in a low orbit around Earth.</p>

<p>However, the rocket was able to release its payload in the second stage. The satellites were however stuck in an elliptical orbit around Earth which has a minimum altitude of 84 miles (135 kilometres), which is nearly half the height at which they normally operate.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August</strong></p>

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<p>In a statement, SpaceX representatives wrote that the satellites were slowed by the atmospheric drag at this elevation and they started to fall back towards the Earth by nearly 3 miles (5 km).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At this level of drag, our maximum available thrust is unlikely to be enough to successfully raise the satellites," wrote SpaceX representatives. "As such, the satellites will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and fully demise," they added.</p>

<p>Space News reported that the company took control of most of the satellites and gave orders to burn them in the atmosphere at their maximum thrust known as "warp 9", in the last attempt to regain altitude.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The scientists confirmed that Starlink's 20 satellites - which were released prematurely when the SpaceX rocket's failed launch took place last week - fell back towards Earth and got burned up in the upper atmosphere.

The scientists confirmed that Starlink's 20 satellites - which were released prematurely when the SpaceX rocket's failed launch took place last week - fell back towards Earth and got burned up in the upper atmosphere. Currently, the experts have been investigating what went wrong and the rockets - which are likely to have caused the catastrophic failure - have been grounded till the investigation ends. A Falcon 9 rocket was launched by Space X on July 11 from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 10:35 pm ET. The launch took place one day after it was originally planned. Also Read: House for astronauts? Indian startup discusses launch of 'space habitat' by 2027 with SpaceX Initially, the launch took place as expected and the first stage of the rocket was successful when it was detached from the satellite-laden second stage before the landing of a drone ship in the Pacific Ocean. Where did the SpaceX rocket go wrong? The SpaceX rocket failed to complete its second stage because of a leak in liquid oxygen due to which it was stranded in a low orbit around Earth. However, the rocket was able to release its payload in the second stage. The satellites were however stuck in an elliptical orbit around Earth which has a minimum altitude of 84 miles (135 kilometres), which is nearly half the height at which they normally operate. Watch: Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August In a statement, SpaceX representatives wrote that the satellites were slowed by the atmospheric drag at this elevation and they started to fall back towards the Earth by nearly 3 miles (5 km). "At this level of drag, our maximum available thrust is unlikely to be enough to successfully raise the satellites," wrote SpaceX representatives. "As such, the satellites will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and fully demise," they added. Space News reported that the company took control of most of the satellites and gave orders to burn them in the atmosphere at their maximum thrust known as "warp 9", in the last attempt to regain altitude. (With inputs from agencies)

Starlink's 20 doomed satellites fall from space, burn in Earth's atmosphere

<p>In an intriguing study, it has been found that the kangaroos in ancient times did not hop on two legs but walked on all fours when they roamed the prehistoric landscapes of Australia.</p>

<p>These mammoth&nbsp;“giant wallaby” kangaroos were ancestors of today's kangaroos and were not agile and bounding like them.</p>

<p>In the research, it was found that such contemporary kangaroos' extinct relatives travelled in quite a different way.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ancestors of modern-day kangaroos were called Protemnodon which exhibited different kinds of locomotion techniques which emphasised the diverse evolutionary history of marsupials.</p>

<h2><strong>All about giant wallaby kangaroos</strong></h2>

<p>The extinct kangaroo species, called Protemnodon, was a giant wallaby which existed in the Pleistocene era. This era lasted between two and a half million to ten thousand years ago.</p>

<p>In comparison to modern kangaroos, these predecessors were far larger, however, they were not really hopping around, as per the latest study.</p>

<h2><strong>Ancient kangaroos walked on four legs: Study</strong></h2>

<p>It was earlier believed that even though they had large sizes, the ancient kangaroos hopped in a similar way to their descendants.</p>

<p>In a&nbsp;new study, conducted by a team of researchers, it&nbsp;has been found that these mega-marsupials were actually quadrupedal, which means they preferred to walk on all four legs.</p>

<p>University of Bristol's former master's student Billie Jones had earlier said that the giant wallaby has chances of being a quadrupedal.</p>

<p>The suggested theory was confirmed by the research team after they took a quantitative look at the animal's limb proportions.</p>

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<p>The scientists found that the limb proportions of Protemnodon were not like any other living kangaroos. It's short feet were one of the main reasons why it was believed Protemnodon was a quadrupedal creature.</p>

<p>“There had been some speculation in a graduate thesis from the University of Uppsala that it might have been more quadrupedal in its habits compared to living kangaroos,” said Jones, the study's lead author.</p>

<p>“This new paper draws on a couple of previous quantitative studies that looked at the anatomy of the humerus (upper arm bone) in a diversity of mammals, and concluded that&nbsp;Protemnodon&nbsp;habitually put more weight on its forelimbs than kangaroos today," he added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In an intriguing study, it has been found that the kangaroos in ancient times did not hop on two legs but walked on all fours when they roamed the prehistoric landscapes of Australia.

In an intriguing study, it has been found that the kangaroos in ancient times did not hop on two legs but walked on all fours when they roamed the prehistoric landscapes of Australia. These mammoth “giant wallaby” kangaroos were ancestors of today's kangaroos and were not agile and bounding like them. In the research, it was found that such contemporary kangaroos' extinct relatives travelled in quite a different way. Also Read: Largest animal on Earth spotted in Massachusetts in rare sighting The ancestors of modern-day kangaroos were called Protemnodon which exhibited different kinds of locomotion techniques which emphasised the diverse evolutionary history of marsupials. All about giant wallaby kangaroos The extinct kangaroo species, called Protemnodon, was a giant wallaby which existed in the Pleistocene era. This era lasted between two and a half million to ten thousand years ago. In comparison to modern kangaroos, these predecessors were far larger, however, they were not really hopping around, as per the latest study. Ancient kangaroos walked on four legs: Study It was earlier believed that even though they had large sizes, the ancient kangaroos hopped in a similar way to their descendants. In a new study, conducted by a team of researchers, it has been found that these mega-marsupials were actually quadrupedal, which means they preferred to walk on all four legs. University of Bristol's former master's student Billie Jones had earlier said that the giant wallaby has chances of being a quadrupedal. The suggested theory was confirmed by the research team after they took a quantitative look at the animal's limb proportions. Watch: Finger found in Ice Cream, followed by disturbing animal find in deliveries The scientists found that the limb proportions of Protemnodon were not like any other living kangaroos. It's short feet were one of the main reasons why it was believed Protemnodon was a quadrupedal creature. “There had been some speculation in a graduate thesis from the University of Uppsala that it might have been more quadrupedal in its habits compared to living kangaroos,” said Jones, the study's lead author. “This new paper draws on a couple of previous quantitative studies that looked at the anatomy of the humerus (upper arm bone) in a diversity of mammals, and concluded that Protemnodon habitually put more weight on its forelimbs than kangaroos today," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Giant kangaroos didn't hop on two legs, they walked on all fours in Australia

<p>A young Pakistani boy's bowling video has gone viral in which he is seen imitating Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah flawlessly and even left Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram thrilled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bumrah, who is seen as one of the best pacers in the world, is an inspiration for many.</p>

<p>The imitation of Bumrah by the Pakistani boy, however, has struck a special chord with fans and cricketing communities.</p>

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<p>In the video, which has gone viral on social media platforms, the Pakistani boy is seen replicating Bumrah as he bowls. He is seen following every bit of detail with acute accuracy.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The boy's imitation from the run-up to the delivery stride was near-perfect. In the video, the dedication and hours of practice were so obvious from the way he literally copied Bumrah's style.</p>

<h2><strong>How did Wasim Akram react to the viral video?</strong></h2>

<p>Reacting to the viral video, Pakistani legend Akram wrote on X, "Wah jee wah, look at that control and action exactly like the great @Jaspritbumrah93. Video of the day for me. #crickethavenoboundaries."</p>

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<p>30-year-old Bumrah was an important player in India's squad which won the T20 World Cup and along with it ruled millions of hearts.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>His exceptional performance throughout the tournament was recognised and he was given the Player of the Tournament award.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A young Pakistani boy's bowling video has gone viral in which he is seen imitating Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah flawlessly and even left Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram thrilled.

A young Pakistani boy's bowling video has gone viral in which he is seen imitating Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah flawlessly and even left Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram thrilled. Bumrah, who is seen as one of the best pacers in the world, is an inspiration for many. The imitation of Bumrah by the Pakistani boy, however, has struck a special chord with fans and cricketing communities. Also Read: Ageing Rohit ‘going nowhere’ as India veteran shuts retirement talks - WATCH In the video, which has gone viral on social media platforms, the Pakistani boy is seen replicating Bumrah as he bowls. He is seen following every bit of detail with acute accuracy. A young bowler trying to emulate @Jaspritbumrah93's bowling action. The video is viral on social media.pic.twitter.com/XF8J02BSwr — Faizan Lakhani (@faizanlakhani) July 15, 2024 × The boy's imitation from the run-up to the delivery stride was near-perfect. In the video, the dedication and hours of practice were so obvious from the way he literally copied Bumrah's style. How did Wasim Akram react to the viral video? Reacting to the viral video, Pakistani legend Akram wrote on X, "Wah jee wah, look at that control and action exactly like the great @Jaspritbumrah93. Video of the day for me. #crickethavenoboundaries." Wah jee wah look at that control and action exactly like the great @Jaspritbumrah93 video of the day for me . #crickethavenoboundiers https://t.co/Ut215HD3iB — Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) July 15, 2024 × 30-year-old Bumrah was an important player in India's squad which won the T20 World Cup and along with it ruled millions of hearts. Watch: Ad revenue boost from T20 cricket world cup His exceptional performance throughout the tournament was recognised and he was given the Player of the Tournament award. (With inputs from agencies)

Bumrah 2.0? Pakistani boy's video of bowling just like Indian ace bowler goes viral, Wasim Akram lauds

<p>The viewers of the popular HBO show<em> House of the Dragon</em> have been left disgusted after the series aired a ‘disturbing’ scene in which a son was seen having sex with his mother.</p>

<p>The viewers who are horrified by the graphic incest sex scene in the series are now even questioning if it was needed.</p>

<p>In the explicit scene in question, the character Daemon Targaryen - who is played by Smith - was shown having a very sensual dream which involved his mother Alyssa Targaryen when he visited the haunted Harrenhal castle.</p>

<p>In the dream, Targaryen and his mother are seen standing naked in front of each other and the latter is then seen kissing his son's forehead romantically.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mother asks Targaryen to fight for the crown as she says, "Daemon, you were always the strong one. The finest swordsman. The fearless dragon rider."</p>

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<p>"Your brother had great love in his heart, but he lacked your constitution. Viserys was unsuited for the crown. But you Daemon, you were made to wear it. If only you'd been born first. My favourite son," Alyssa Targaryen was saying.</p>

<p>After the conversation, the two are shown making out and engaging in oral sex. At the end of the scene, the mother is seen lying lifeless in bed as Daemon horrificly starring his own bloody hands.</p>

<p>Later, it is revealed that the entire scene is part of the hallucination which was placed in his head by Alys Rivers.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Netizens call the incest scene 'gross', 'disgusting'</strong></h2>

<p>However, the viewers are still outraged by the intimate scene shown between mother and son and the fact that the entire thing was part of the hallucination is not quelling the outrage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Daemon having sex with his mother is next-level disgusting," said one person.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I know Targaryen’s have weird customs... but this is absolutely gross. Whose idea was this? That was very weird and uncomfortable to watch," said another.</p>

<p>"The sex scene distracts from the message they were trying to convey and doesn’t add much. Odd choice from the writing room," wrote a netizen.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"That scene with Daemon and his mom was highly unnecessary," said a user.</p>

<p>"The writers are so f**king twisted for this," read a comment, while another said, "That scene with Daemon and his mom was [so] traumatizing and weird."</p>

<p>"House of Dragons, y’all need to relax with this incest," a user said.</p>

<p>"Tell me, good people, why I had to watch Daemon f**k his own mother on House of the Dragon," said another viewer.</p>

<p>"Boy House of the Dragon took dark to a new level. I mean incest is a part of its history, but Harrenahl haunting Daemon and having him hallucinating and seeing himself eating out his mom was something I was not expecting," wrote a user.</p>

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The viewers of the popular HBO show House of the Dragon have been left disgusted after the series aired a ‘disturbing’ scene in which a son was seen having sex with his mother.

The viewers of the popular HBO show House of the Dragon have been left disgusted after the series aired a ‘disturbing’ scene in which a son was seen having sex with his mother. The viewers who are horrified by the graphic incest sex scene in the series are now even questioning if it was needed. In the explicit scene in question, the character Daemon Targaryen - who is played by Smith - was shown having a very sensual dream which involved his mother Alyssa Targaryen when he visited the haunted Harrenhal castle. In the dream, Targaryen and his mother are seen standing naked in front of each other and the latter is then seen kissing his son's forehead romantically. The mother asks Targaryen to fight for the crown as she says, "Daemon, you were always the strong one. The finest swordsman. The fearless dragon rider." Also Read: House of the Dragon’s ‘extremely’ explicit sex scene leaves fans horrified "Your brother had great love in his heart, but he lacked your constitution. Viserys was unsuited for the crown. But you Daemon, you were made to wear it. If only you'd been born first. My favourite son," Alyssa Targaryen was saying. After the conversation, the two are shown making out and engaging in oral sex. At the end of the scene, the mother is seen lying lifeless in bed as Daemon horrificly starring his own bloody hands. Later, it is revealed that the entire scene is part of the hallucination which was placed in his head by Alys Rivers. Netizens call the incest scene 'gross', 'disgusting' However, the viewers are still outraged by the intimate scene shown between mother and son and the fact that the entire thing was part of the hallucination is not quelling the outrage. "Daemon having sex with his mother is next-level disgusting," said one person. "I know Targaryen’s have weird customs... but this is absolutely gross. Whose idea was this? That was very weird and uncomfortable to watch," said another. "The sex scene distracts from the message they were trying to convey and doesn’t add much. Odd choice from the writing room," wrote a netizen. Watch: Britney Spears struggles after divorce, seeks slowing down "That scene with Daemon and his mom was highly unnecessary," said a user. "The writers are so f**king twisted for this," read a comment, while another said, "That scene with Daemon and his mom was [so] traumatizing and weird." "House of Dragons, y’all need to relax with this incest," a user said. "Tell me, good people, why I had to watch Daemon f**k his own mother on House of the Dragon," said another viewer. "Boy House of the Dragon took dark to a new level. I mean incest is a part of its history, but Harrenahl haunting Daemon and having him hallucinating and seeing himself eating out his mom was something I was not expecting," wrote a user. (With inputs from agencies)

House of the Dragon airs graphic sex scene between mother and son, people find it 'disgusting', 'gross'

<p>The narrow escape from the death of former United States President Donald Trump appears to have left the citizens of the United States wondering what divine forces made this possible.</p>

<p>Various theories are doing rounds about divine powers saving the Republican presidential nominee and now the people have concluded that indeed some "Holy Spirit" descended on Earth and changed Trump's fate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And the indication of this divine intervention is being seen in the tangled national flag of the United States which too many appear to have taken the shape of the angel just before Trump's speech.</p>

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<p>The image of the flag has gone viral and netizens are convinced that it resembles an angel who had descended on Earth with high powers to protect Trump when the shooter fired a bullet towards him at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13).</p>

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<h2><strong>Here's how netizens are reacting to twisted Old Glory</strong></h2>

<p>In the videos shared on social media, Old Glory appears twisted in a distinctive silhouette.</p>

<p>“The flag got tangled today at the Trump rally before Trump came on stage. Looks like an angel,”&nbsp;said X user @TheWakeninq on the social media site, while sharing the video of the flag moving in the wind.</p>

<p>The video has received more than 8 million views and also attracted the comments of people who were convinced it was a sign of divinity.</p>

<p>“The Holy Spirit was definitely there protecting him yesterday,” said&nbsp;one person. “We are living in historic times! The fingerprints of the divine all over,”&nbsp;another user said.</p>

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<p>“I just got goosebumps,”&nbsp;commented a third person. Meanwhile, some even said that the flag appeared like a bald eagle, which is the national bird of the United States that symbolises strength and freedom.</p>

<p>“I saw an eagle first – GOD BLESS AMERICA,”&nbsp;said an X user. “Looks like a giant beautiful bald eagle also,” commented&nbsp;another.</p>

<p>The officials untangled the flag before Trump climbed up the stage in Pennsylvania — where he was injured&nbsp;in an assassination attempt.</p>

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The narrow escape from the death of former United States President Donald Trump appears to have left the citizens of the United States wondering what divine forces made this possible.

The narrow escape from the death of former United States President Donald Trump appears to have left the citizens of the United States wondering what divine forces made this possible. Various theories are doing rounds about divine powers saving the Republican presidential nominee and now the people have concluded that indeed some "Holy Spirit" descended on Earth and changed Trump's fate. And the indication of this divine intervention is being seen in the tangled national flag of the United States which too many appear to have taken the shape of the angel just before Trump's speech. The flag got tangled today at the Trump rally, before Trump came on stage. Looks like an angel. pic.twitter.com/1BwjHTvotu — 1776 (@TheWakeninq) July 14, 2024 × The image of the flag has gone viral and netizens are convinced that it resembles an angel who had descended on Earth with high powers to protect Trump when the shooter fired a bullet towards him at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday (Jul 13). Also Read: Musk planning to turn Trump into Iron Man? Billionaire proposes flying metal suit after assassination bid Here's how netizens are reacting to twisted Old Glory In the videos shared on social media, Old Glory appears twisted in a distinctive silhouette. “The flag got tangled today at the Trump rally before Trump came on stage. Looks like an angel,” said X user @TheWakeninq on the social media site, while sharing the video of the flag moving in the wind. The video has received more than 8 million views and also attracted the comments of people who were convinced it was a sign of divinity. “The Holy Spirit was definitely there protecting him yesterday,” said one person. “We are living in historic times! The fingerprints of the divine all over,” another user said. Watch: Donald Trump nominated Republican Nominee, picks JD Vance as VP “I just got goosebumps,” commented a third person. Meanwhile, some even said that the flag appeared like a bald eagle, which is the national bird of the United States that symbolises strength and freedom. “I saw an eagle first – GOD BLESS AMERICA,” said an X user. “Looks like a giant beautiful bald eagle also,” commented another. The officials untangled the flag before Trump climbed up the stage in Pennsylvania — where he was injured in an assassination attempt. (With inputs from agencies)

People hail tangled US flag, call it an 'angel', 'Holy Spirit' which saved Trump during shootout

<p>The netizens have been left puzzled after they spotted a woman - who was sitting right behind Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump when the bullets were fired towards him - after she was noticed behaving strangely in the situation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The unidentified woman was wearing a white shirt, black and sunglasses in the viral video and was seen nonchalantly taking out her phone when the firing started at the Pennsylvania rally on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13) and everyone ducked to save their lives.</p>

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<p>Her behaviour was found suspicious by many as everyone, including Trump himself, was trying to save their lives but the woman was only interested in recording the entire event.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a post shared on X, people have been asked to "pay close attention" to the woman and the video has garnered more than 19 million views.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how netizens are reacting to the viral video</strong></h2>

<p>The video and images of the woman have further fuelled conspiracy theories which are doing rounds after the shooting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the viral posts related to the suspicious woman read, "Gunshots ring out and her first instinct is to very, very calmly pull out her phone and film the whole spectacle. Does that seem like normal behaviour to you?"&nbsp;</p>

<p>On social media platform X, a few users also claimed that the woman was seen giving a 'nod' before the first bullet was fired and some even called the woman "an accomplice" without providing any evidence.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Many people also argued that the woman was calm because mass shootings are very common in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Is this how numb we are to gun violence in America? Watch the woman in white with the black hat right behind Trump.&nbsp;'Rather than take cover or - I don’t know - protect the child behind her - She takes out her phone and starts recording," said a social media user.</p>

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The netizens have been left puzzled after they spotted a woman - who was sitting right behind Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump when the bullets were fired towards him - after she was noticed behaving strangely in the situation.

The netizens have been left puzzled after they spotted a woman - who was sitting right behind Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump when the bullets were fired towards him - after she was noticed behaving strangely in the situation. The unidentified woman was wearing a white shirt, black and sunglasses in the viral video and was seen nonchalantly taking out her phone when the firing started at the Pennsylvania rally on Saturday (Jul 13) and everyone ducked to save their lives. This video of a woman located behind Donald Trump during his attempted assassination is HIGHLY suspicious. Her body language & behavior seem to indicate she knew that something was coming. pic.twitter.com/L4sEHArSrA — Dominic Michael Tripi (@DMichaelTripi) July 15, 2024 × Her behaviour was found suspicious by many as everyone, including Trump himself, was trying to save their lives but the woman was only interested in recording the entire event. Also Read: Trump-linked stocks surge following assassination attempt In a post shared on X, people have been asked to "pay close attention" to the woman and the video has garnered more than 19 million views. Here's how netizens are reacting to the viral video The video and images of the woman have further fuelled conspiracy theories which are doing rounds after the shooting. One of the viral posts related to the suspicious woman read, "Gunshots ring out and her first instinct is to very, very calmly pull out her phone and film the whole spectacle. Does that seem like normal behaviour to you?" On social media platform X, a few users also claimed that the woman was seen giving a 'nod' before the first bullet was fired and some even called the woman "an accomplice" without providing any evidence. Watch: Trump Assassination Attempt: Will assassination attempt change the course of US election? Many people also argued that the woman was calm because mass shootings are very common in the country. "Is this how numb we are to gun violence in America? Watch the woman in white with the black hat right behind Trump. 'Rather than take cover or - I don’t know - protect the child behind her - She takes out her phone and starts recording," said a social media user. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Woman spotted with suspicious behaviour behind Trump during gun firing goes viral

<p>After the failed assassination attempt of United States' former president Donald Trump, Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk has now come up with a bizarre plan of creating an Iron Man-style suit of armour to keep the Republican presidential nominee safe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Musk shared this idea of making the flying metal suit after Trump faced an assassination attempt on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13). The Tesla CEO had also alleged facing similar attempts twice in his life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While addressing a rally in Pennsylvania, bullets were suddenly fired towards Trump which grazed his right ear, killed one person in the crowd and left two others critically injured. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire during the campaign rally.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While responding to a post on X which said, "You better beef up your security too @elonmusk" after the shooting, Musk said, "Maybe it's time to build that flying metal suit of armour [sic]."</p>

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<p>Musk's friend Ian Miles Cheong suggested that the former should 'triple' his protection X, "If they can come for Trump they will also come for you."</p>

<p>"Dangerous times ahead. Two people (separate occasions) have already tried to kill me in the past 8 months. They were arrested with guns about 20 mins drive from Tesla HQ in Texas," wrote Musk, while responding to it.</p>

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<h2><strong>Musk inspired Iron Man. Now is it happening the other way round?</strong></h2>

<p>The man who had written the character of Iron Man, Mark Fergus, said that he was inspired by Elon Musk while sketching the Marvel comic's billionaire philanthropist.</p>

<p>Musk, who also had a brief cameo in <em>Iron Man 2</em>, had earlier also expressed his interest in a Tony Stark-inspired suit and had also met engineer Dylan Lange Edminston who had created his own prototype.</p>

<p>Elon Musk, who is one of the richest people in the world, had also endorsed Trump as his pick for the country's president he shared the endorsement with a video in which there was blood splattered on the face of the presidential nominee as he pumped his fist in response to the attack.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;How did the Secret Service fail to protect Trump?</strong></p>

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<p>"I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery," Musk wrote on his social media platform X. "The martyr lived," he later wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also shared Trump's photograph at the event and said, "Last time America had a candidate this tough was Theodore Roosevelt."&nbsp;</p>

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After the failed assassination attempt of United States' former president Donald Trump, Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk has now come up with a bizarre plan of creating an Iron Man-style suit of armour to keep the Republican presidential nominee safe.

After the failed assassination attempt of United States' former president Donald Trump, Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk has now come up with a bizarre plan of creating an Iron Man-style suit of armour to keep the Republican presidential nominee safe. Musk shared this idea of making the flying metal suit after Trump faced an assassination attempt on Saturday (Jul 13). The Tesla CEO had also alleged facing similar attempts twice in his life. While addressing a rally in Pennsylvania, bullets were suddenly fired towards Trump which grazed his right ear, killed one person in the crowd and left two others critically injured. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire during the campaign rally. Also Read: Donald Trump announces Ohio Senator JD Vance as running mate While responding to a post on X which said, "You better beef up your security too @elonmusk" after the shooting, Musk said, "Maybe it's time to build that flying metal suit of armour [sic]." Maybe it’s time to build that flying metal suit of armor — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 14, 2024 × Musk's friend Ian Miles Cheong suggested that the former should 'triple' his protection X, "If they can come for Trump they will also come for you." "Dangerous times ahead. Two people (separate occasions) have already tried to kill me in the past 8 months. They were arrested with guns about 20 mins drive from Tesla HQ in Texas," wrote Musk, while responding to it. Dangerous times ahead. Two people (separate occasions) have already tried to kill me in the past 8 months. They were arrested with guns about 20 mins drive from Tesla HQ in Texas. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 14, 2024 × Musk inspired Iron Man. Now is it happening the other way round? The man who had written the character of Iron Man, Mark Fergus, said that he was inspired by Elon Musk while sketching the Marvel comic's billionaire philanthropist. Musk, who also had a brief cameo in Iron Man 2, had earlier also expressed his interest in a Tony Stark-inspired suit and had also met engineer Dylan Lange Edminston who had created his own prototype. Elon Musk, who is one of the richest people in the world, had also endorsed Trump as his pick for the country's president he shared the endorsement with a video in which there was blood splattered on the face of the presidential nominee as he pumped his fist in response to the attack. Watch: How did the Secret Service fail to protect Trump? "I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery," Musk wrote on his social media platform X. "The martyr lived," he later wrote. He also shared Trump's photograph at the event and said, "Last time America had a candidate this tough was Theodore Roosevelt." (With inputs from agencies)

Musk planning to turn Trump into Iron Man? Billionaire proposes flying metal suit after assassination bid

<p>Situated in the Bhavnagar district of the Indian state of Gujarat, the city of Palitana has emerged as the first city in the world to declare non-vegetarian food as illegal.</p>

<p>The historic decision to ban non-veg foods was taken after the sale and consumption of meat as well as the butchering of animals for meat was declared illegal and punishable by law in the city of Palitana. The city is a famous pilgrimage site for Jains.</p>

<p>The decision was taken after nearly 200 Jain monks held protests demanding that nearly 250 butcher shops in the city be closed.</p>

<h2><strong>About Palitana - a revered place for Jains</strong></h2>

<p>Palitana, which is located in Gujarat, is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Jains. The place, which is located around Shatrunjaya Hills, is also known as the Jain Temple Town.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There are more than 800 temples in the city, the most famous among them is Adinath Temple.</p>

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<p>The orders to regulate the selling of non-vegetarian food were also imposed in Rajkot city. In this city, which is also in&nbsp;Gujarat, orders were issued to stop the preparation and display of non-vegetarian food in public spaces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similar orders were issued in the Indian&nbsp;cities of&nbsp;Vadodara, Junagadh and Ahmedabad, located in the same state. The people, who opposed the display of non-vegetarian food, said that seeing&nbsp;meat in the open can hurt people's sensitivities and negatively impact people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said that such regulations were also imposed to reduce traffic congestion.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Vegetarianism in Gujarat</strong></h2>

<p>Vegetarianism was epitomised by Mahatma Gandhi in Gujarat and his ideology was piously followed by millions.</p>

<p>However, the father of the nation had said that he once consumed meat during his school days, when his elder brother's friend had asked him to eat mutton.</p>

<p>But for the rest of his life, Gandhi avoided non-vegetarian food since he respected his parents. Gandhi's parents were devout Vaishnavites and were Hindu belief system's followers which prescribed strict vegetarianism.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;UN: India's population to peak at 1.7 billion in 2062</strong></p>

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<p>In Gujarat, vegetarianism is popular due to the dominant Vaishnav Hindu culture. In the state's population, Hindus constitute 88.5 per cent and Jains are about one&nbsp;per cent, and Muslims and Christians make up 10 per cent of the population.&nbsp;</p>

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Situated in the Bhavnagar district of the Indian state of Gujarat, the city of Palitana has emerged as the first city in the world to declare non-vegetarian food as illegal.

Situated in the Bhavnagar district of the Indian state of Gujarat, the city of Palitana has emerged as the first city in the world to declare non-vegetarian food as illegal. The historic decision to ban non-veg foods was taken after the sale and consumption of meat as well as the butchering of animals for meat was declared illegal and punishable by law in the city of Palitana. The city is a famous pilgrimage site for Jains. The decision was taken after nearly 200 Jain monks held protests demanding that nearly 250 butcher shops in the city be closed. About Palitana - a revered place for Jains Palitana, which is located in Gujarat, is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Jains. The place, which is located around Shatrunjaya Hills, is also known as the Jain Temple Town. There are more than 800 temples in the city, the most famous among them is Adinath Temple. Also Read: India seizes banned chemicals bound for Pakistan from China The orders to regulate the selling of non-vegetarian food were also imposed in Rajkot city. In this city, which is also in Gujarat, orders were issued to stop the preparation and display of non-vegetarian food in public spaces. Similar orders were issued in the Indian cities of Vadodara, Junagadh and Ahmedabad, located in the same state. The people, who opposed the display of non-vegetarian food, said that seeing meat in the open can hurt people's sensitivities and negatively impact people. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said that such regulations were also imposed to reduce traffic congestion. Vegetarianism in Gujarat Vegetarianism was epitomised by Mahatma Gandhi in Gujarat and his ideology was piously followed by millions. However, the father of the nation had said that he once consumed meat during his school days, when his elder brother's friend had asked him to eat mutton. But for the rest of his life, Gandhi avoided non-vegetarian food since he respected his parents. Gandhi's parents were devout Vaishnavites and were Hindu belief system's followers which prescribed strict vegetarianism. Watch: UN: India's population to peak at 1.7 billion in 2062 In Gujarat, vegetarianism is popular due to the dominant Vaishnav Hindu culture. In the state's population, Hindus constitute 88.5 per cent and Jains are about one per cent, and Muslims and Christians make up 10 per cent of the population. (With inputs from agencies)

THIS Indian city is the first one in the world to ban non-vegetarian food

<p>A new definition of what a planet is, has been proposed by planetary scientists to replace the one which already exists, and is seen as outdated and sun-centric by many experts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The International Astronomical Union (IAU) had established the current definition in 2006 which says to qualify for a planet a celestial body needs to orbit the sun in our solar system.</p>

<p>The International Astronomical Union (IAU) is the organisation which officially names objects present in space.</p>

<p>In an article, which is to be published in the Planetary Science Journal, the scientists have argued that there is a new definition needed for a planet, which includes celestial bodies unrestrained by the bounds of our solar system.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The proposal further speaks about adding quantitative criteria to give clarity to the definition of a planet. Currently, the paper is available&nbsp;on the&nbsp;arXiv&nbsp;preprint server.</p>

<p>UCLA professor of Earth, planetary and space sciences and of physics and astronomy and the article's lead author Jean-Luc Margot will be presenting the proposed new definition of the planet at the IAU General Assembly in August 2024.</p>

<p>According to the current definition, a planet refers to a celestial body which orbits the sun and is big enough for gravity to force it into a spherical shape and clear away other objects which are close to its orbit around the sun.</p>

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<p>"The current definition specifically mentions orbiting our sun. We now know about the existence of thousands of&nbsp;planets, but the IAU definition applies only to the ones in our solar system," said Margot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We propose a new definition that can be applied to celestial bodies that orbit any star, stellar remnant or brown dwarf," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Why do authors want to redefine the planet?</strong></h2>

<p>The authors have argued although the requirement to orbit the Sun is very specific, the other criteria in the definition sanctioned by the IAU are vague.</p>

<p>The definition says that the planet has "cleared its orbit" without clearly saying what it means.</p>

<p>In the new definition, there is a quantifiable criterion which can be applied for defining planets which are mentioned inside and outside our solar system.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August</strong></p>

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<p>Margot and co-authors Brett Gladman of the University of British Columbia and Tony Yang worked on a mathematical algorithm to understand how objects cluster together in our solar system.</p>

<p>In the analysis, it was found that the planets share distinct qualities in our solar system which can be used as a starting point to build a taxonomy for the planets.</p>

<p>"All the planets in our solar system are dynamically dominant, but other objects—including dwarf planets like Pluto and asteroids—are not. So this property can be included in the definition of planet," Margot said.</p>

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A new definition of what a planet is, has been proposed by planetary scientists to replace the one which already exists, and is seen as outdated and sun-centric by many experts.

A new definition of what a planet is, has been proposed by planetary scientists to replace the one which already exists, and is seen as outdated and sun-centric by many experts. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) had established the current definition in 2006 which says to qualify for a planet a celestial body needs to orbit the sun in our solar system. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) is the organisation which officially names objects present in space. In an article, which is to be published in the Planetary Science Journal, the scientists have argued that there is a new definition needed for a planet, which includes celestial bodies unrestrained by the bounds of our solar system. The proposal further speaks about adding quantitative criteria to give clarity to the definition of a planet. Currently, the paper is available on the arXiv preprint server. UCLA professor of Earth, planetary and space sciences and of physics and astronomy and the article's lead author Jean-Luc Margot will be presenting the proposed new definition of the planet at the IAU General Assembly in August 2024. According to the current definition, a planet refers to a celestial body which orbits the sun and is big enough for gravity to force it into a spherical shape and clear away other objects which are close to its orbit around the sun. Also Read: Unknown planet lurking in our Solar System? Scientists say Earth may have a new neighbour "The current definition specifically mentions orbiting our sun. We now know about the existence of thousands of planets, but the IAU definition applies only to the ones in our solar system," said Margot. "We propose a new definition that can be applied to celestial bodies that orbit any star, stellar remnant or brown dwarf," he added. Why do authors want to redefine the planet? The authors have argued although the requirement to orbit the Sun is very specific, the other criteria in the definition sanctioned by the IAU are vague. The definition says that the planet has "cleared its orbit" without clearly saying what it means. In the new definition, there is a quantifiable criterion which can be applied for defining planets which are mentioned inside and outside our solar system. Watch: Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August Margot and co-authors Brett Gladman of the University of British Columbia and Tony Yang worked on a mathematical algorithm to understand how objects cluster together in our solar system. In the analysis, it was found that the planets share distinct qualities in our solar system which can be used as a starting point to build a taxonomy for the planets. "All the planets in our solar system are dynamically dominant, but other objects—including dwarf planets like Pluto and asteroids—are not. So this property can be included in the definition of planet," Margot said. (With inputs from agencies)

Scientists plan to revisit definition of planet but Pluto still remains out of list

<p>A warning was issued by NASA after they spotted a 100-foot&nbsp;asteroid&nbsp;named&nbsp;2024 NB2 which is about to make an extremely close flyby Earth on Saturday (July 13).</p>

<p>The aeroplane-sized asteroid is travelling at a stunning speed of 47,921 kilometres per hour. Even though it will be very close to the Earth, scientists believe that it won't act as an immediate threat to the planet.</p>

<p>The astronomers spotted asteroid 2024 NB2 racing towards Earth at the Catalina Sky Survey in Tucson, Arizona.</p>

<p>NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has been closely monitoring this near-Earth object in Southern California.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When the space rock makes its closest approach, the asteroid will be just 2,390,000 miles (3,850,000 kilometres) away from Earth. In astronomical terms, this distance is considered safe.</p>

<p>Asteroid 2024 NB2 is also being tracked by the Goldstone Solar System Radar, which is part of NASA’s Deep Space Network.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This radar system, which is located near Barstow, can give detailed observation of the size, orbit and speed of the asteroid.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/asteroid-2024-mt-1-makes-extremely-close-approach-to-earth-739111">Asteroid 2024 MT-1 makes extremely close approach to Earth</a></p>

<p>Such observations are important to understand how near-Earth objects behave in space and improvise planetary defence strategies.</p>

<h2><strong>How does NASA keep an eye on any potential hazards to Earth?</strong></h2>

<p>The way Asteroid 2024 NB2 is moving towards Earth also reflects the importance of keeping a tab on space to detect any potential hazards.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NASA’s Planetary Defence Coordination Office (PDCO) has been tracking such cosmic objects and ensuring that Earth remains safe.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August</strong></p>

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<p>The high speed at which the asteroid is travelling shows the solar system's dynamic nature.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Asteroids keep moving across space constantly and are influenced by the planets' gravitation pull.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The scientists can predict future trajectories by understanding their movements. It also helps in assessing potential risks.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A warning was issued by NASA after they spotted a 100-foot asteroid named 2024 NB2 which is about to make an extremely close flyby Earth on Saturday (July 13). The aeroplane-sized asteroid is travelling at a stunning speed of 47,921 kilometres per hour.

A warning was issued by NASA after they spotted a 100-foot asteroid named 2024 NB2 which is about to make an extremely close flyby Earth on Saturday (July 13). The aeroplane-sized asteroid is travelling at a stunning speed of 47,921 kilometres per hour. Even though it will be very close to the Earth, scientists believe that it won't act as an immediate threat to the planet. The astronomers spotted asteroid 2024 NB2 racing towards Earth at the Catalina Sky Survey in Tucson, Arizona. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has been closely monitoring this near-Earth object in Southern California. When the space rock makes its closest approach, the asteroid will be just 2,390,000 miles (3,850,000 kilometres) away from Earth. In astronomical terms, this distance is considered safe. Asteroid 2024 NB2 is also being tracked by the Goldstone Solar System Radar, which is part of NASA’s Deep Space Network. This radar system, which is located near Barstow, can give detailed observation of the size, orbit and speed of the asteroid. Also Read: Asteroid 2024 MT-1 makes extremely close approach to Earth Such observations are important to understand how near-Earth objects behave in space and improvise planetary defence strategies. How does NASA keep an eye on any potential hazards to Earth? The way Asteroid 2024 NB2 is moving towards Earth also reflects the importance of keeping a tab on space to detect any potential hazards. NASA’s Planetary Defence Coordination Office (PDCO) has been tracking such cosmic objects and ensuring that Earth remains safe. Watch: Indian astronauts to train at NASA from August The high speed at which the asteroid is travelling shows the solar system's dynamic nature. Asteroids keep moving across space constantly and are influenced by the planets' gravitation pull. The scientists can predict future trajectories by understanding their movements. It also helps in assessing potential risks. (With inputs from agencies)

NASA issues sudden warning as 100ft asteroid races towards Earth at lightning speed

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