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Stephen Hawking, the renowned physicist known for his contributions to humanity's understanding of black holes, the cosmos, and the nature of the universe, once warned that if aliens make contact with us, they won't be kind and might view Earth as just another planet to plunder. The world-renowned scientist's warning has once again entered the spotlight as intrigue around UFOs and extraterrestrial life continues to escalate. This is amplified by reports of a possible alien warship that may strike around November and as US Vice President JD Vance revealed his "obsession" with the little green men. "I'm obsessed with the whole UFO thing. What’s actually going on? What were those videos all about? What’s actually happening?" He said recently while appearing on the Ruthless podcast. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.<h2>Stephen Hawking's alarming warning on aliens and extraterrestrial vehicles</h2>Before his passing in 2018, Hawking was known to persistently caution against intentional efforts to communicate with aliens, especially those potentially far superior to humans. He warned that an intellectually superior species may view our planet as a world ready to plunder instead of approaching us with goodwill. In an ominous warning, he suggested that such contact may even jeopardise humanity's survival.In a 2010 episode of 'Into the Universe', the genius famously said that, "If aliens ever visit us, the outcome might be similar to when Columbus landed in America, which didn't turn out well for the Native Americans." Pointing at how historically dominant societies, when they encounter less developed cultures, tend to dominate and disregard suffering that isn't their own, he argued that humans only need to look at themselves "to see how intelligent life might develop into something we wouldn't want to meet". According to Hawking, it would be stupid to presume that a sophisticated civilisation would inherently embrace peace.Stephen Hawking further theorised that a developed alien species that possesses advanced interstellar travel capabilities would probably (like humans are currently doing) have depleted their natural resources. Thus, driving them to travel the cosmos to look for newer, resource-rich worlds. In such a case, Earth could look less like an ally and more like a viable conquest.Notably, Hawking was not alone in warning about how dangerous contact with aliens could be. Carl Sagan, an American astronomer and planetary scientist who dedicated his life to research on his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, is also known to have voiced a need for caution. He pointed out that alien psychology could be beyond our predictions.<h2>So, what should humans do?</h2>Staunchly shunning attempts to actively try to communicate with aliens, Stephen Hawking instead proposed passive monitoring was the way to go. However, some scientists argue that humanity has been beaming radio waves and signals into space for over a century. They posit that intelligent alien species may already know we exist, and if Hawking's warning was in fact a premonition, then we may already be doomed.

Before his death, Stephen Hawking consistently warned humanity against contacting aliens. As interest in UFOs and little green men comes to the fore, an ominous warning he made has also resurfaced. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.

Stephen Hawking, the renowned physicist known for his contributions to humanity's understanding of black holes, the cosmos, and the nature of the universe, once warned that if aliens make contact with us, they won't be kind and might view Earth as just another planet to plunder. The world-renowned scientist's warning has once again entered the spotlight as intrigue around UFOs and extraterrestrial life continues to escalate. This is amplified by reports of a possible alien warship that may strike around November and as US Vice President JD Vance revealed his "obsession" with the little green men. "I'm obsessed with the whole UFO thing. What’s actually going on? What were those videos all about? What’s actually happening?" He said recently while appearing on the Ruthless podcast. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know. Stephen Hawking's alarming warning on aliens and extraterrestrial vehicles Before his passing in 2018, Hawking was known to persistently caution against intentional efforts to communicate with aliens, especially those potentially far superior to humans. He warned that an intellectually superior species may view our planet as a world ready to plunder instead of approaching us with goodwill. In an ominous warning, he suggested that such contact may even jeopardise humanity's survival. In a 2010 episode of 'Into the Universe', the genius famously said that, "If aliens ever visit us, the outcome might be similar to when Columbus landed in America, which didn't turn out well for the Native Americans." Pointing at how historically dominant societies, when they encounter less developed cultures, tend to dominate and disregard suffering that isn't their own, he argued that humans only need to look at themselves "to see how intelligent life might develop into something we wouldn't want to meet". According to Hawking, it would be stupid to presume that a sophisticated civilisation would inherently embrace peace. Stephen Hawking further theorised that a developed alien species that possesses advanced interstellar travel capabilities would probably (like humans are currently doing) have depleted their natural resources. Thus, driving them to travel the cosmos to look for newer, resource-rich worlds. In such a case, Earth could look less like an ally and more like a viable conquest. Notably, Hawking was not alone in warning about how dangerous contact with aliens could be. Carl Sagan, an American astronomer and planetary scientist who dedicated his life to research on his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, is also known to have voiced a need for caution. He pointed out that alien psychology could be beyond our predictions. So, what should humans do? Staunchly shunning attempts to actively try to communicate with aliens, Stephen Hawking instead proposed passive monitoring was the way to go. However, some scientists argue that humanity has been beaming radio waves and signals into space for over a century. They posit that intelligent alien species may already know we exist, and if Hawking's warning was in fact a premonition, then we may already be doomed.

Before his death, Stephen Hawking consistently warned humanity against contacting aliens. As interest in UFOs and little green men comes to the fore, an ominous warning he made has also resurfaced. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.

Stephen Hawking’s terrifying alien attack warning resurfaces amid 'mothership' UFO fears: It is 'something we wouldn't want to meet'

A massive underwater volcano located approximately 300 miles off the Oregon coast, is showing signs it could erupt in 2025. It has sparked excitement as well as worry among scientists and deep-sea enthusiasts. The submarine volcano is known as Axial Seamount, sits at the edge of the Juan de Fuca Ridge, a tectonic plate boundary beneath the northeast Pacific Ocean. It is considered to be the most active underwater volcanoes in the world, with several major eruptions recorded in 1998, 2011, and 2015.&nbsp;<h2>Impending eruption</h2>The volcano is experiencing over 1000 small earthquakes, suggesting that the magma is on the move beneath the ocean floor. The caldera has been inflating at 25 centimetres per year, indicating magma accumulation. It is surprisingly close to what had happened before the previous eruptions.&nbsp;<h2>Can it cause a disaster for humans?</h2>Fortunately, Axial Seamount sits at 1 km beneath the sea surface, and scientists predict that its eruptions are non-explosive lavas, which are unlikely to threaten the coastal population or cause any major tsunamis. Seamounts like this are providing scientists with the perfect opportunity to study the evolution of early life on Earth."Vents have been around for a really, really long time. When we try to reconstruct what the earliest type of life may have looked like, a lot of people think that hydrothermal vents could have been an important site for those early microbes. They may have been heat-loving. They may have required things like iron, sulfur, and fool’s gold. These could have been really important for the early stages of the origin of life. And you find all those things in hydrothermal vents,” said Rika Anderson, associate professor at Carleton College's Department of Biology. “They have laid down miles and miles of fiber optic cable that are connected from Newport, Oregon, all the way out to Axial Seamount. On that fiber optic cable, there are a whole bunch of deep-sea instruments that people have put on the sea floor to continuously monitor all kinds of things.”&nbsp;However, there is a threat of deep-sea mining as such equipment gets frazzled in the brewing eruption.Underwater eruptions like this can reshape the ocean floor, marine life and give insights into how marine life interacts deep beneath the sea.&nbsp;

Axial Seamount, a 1 km deep underwater volcano, is set to erupt in 2025. Read about its seismic activity, lava flows, potential danger and scientific monitoring.

A massive underwater volcano located approximately 300 miles off the Oregon coast, is showing signs it could erupt in 2025. It has sparked excitement as well as worry among scientists and deep-sea enthusiasts. The submarine volcano is known as Axial Seamount, sits at the edge of the Juan de Fuca Ridge, a tectonic plate boundary beneath the northeast Pacific Ocean. It is considered to be the most active underwater volcanoes in the world, with several major eruptions recorded in 1998, 2011, and 2015. Impending eruption The volcano is experiencing over 1000 small earthquakes, suggesting that the magma is on the move beneath the ocean floor. The caldera has been inflating at 25 centimetres per year, indicating magma accumulation. It is surprisingly close to what had happened before the previous eruptions. Can it cause a disaster for humans? Fortunately, Axial Seamount sits at 1 km beneath the sea surface, and scientists predict that its eruptions are non-explosive lavas, which are unlikely to threaten the coastal population or cause any major tsunamis. Seamounts like this are providing scientists with the perfect opportunity to study the evolution of early life on Earth. "Vents have been around for a really, really long time. When we try to reconstruct what the earliest type of life may have looked like, a lot of people think that hydrothermal vents could have been an important site for those early microbes. They may have been heat-loving. They may have required things like iron, sulfur, and fool’s gold. These could have been really important for the early stages of the origin of life. And you find all those things in hydrothermal vents,” said Rika Anderson, associate professor at Carleton College's Department of Biology. “They have laid down miles and miles of fiber optic cable that are connected from Newport, Oregon, all the way out to Axial Seamount. On that fiber optic cable, there are a whole bunch of deep-sea instruments that people have put on the sea floor to continuously monitor all kinds of things.” However, there is a threat of deep-sea mining as such equipment gets frazzled in the brewing eruption. Underwater eruptions like this can reshape the ocean floor, marine life and give insights into how marine life interacts deep beneath the sea.

Axial Seamount, a 1 km deep underwater volcano, is set to erupt in 2025. Read about its seismic activity, lava flows, potential danger and scientific monitoring.

Could a 1-km-deep under-water volcano trigger a disaster? showing signs of imminent eruption

The Perseid meteor shower is still active this week, dazzling the night sky. Earth is remarkably hit by 44,000 kilograms of meteoritic material every day. Most of it is burned up in the upper atmosphere, but some material does reach the ground. But the meteorite hitting the earth is very rare to be captured in a camera.The first recorded footage of a Meteorite hitting the ground was shared by Joe Velaidum, a resident of Prince Edward Island, Canada, in January 2025. He was standing right in front of the door, just as he left to walk to his dog, the meteorite struck the ground at approximately 60,000 kilometres per hour.

He was likely to be the second recorded case of Meteorite death. However, the chances of being hit by a meteor are very low. According to a study, it is more likely to be attacked by an elephant or a coyote than to be hit by a meteor. "Although everyone's individual situation and risk are different, on average, it's slightly more likely that a &gt;140-meter asteroid or comet hits the Earth than an individual is struck by lightning," lead author Professor Carrie Nugent from Olin College told IFLScience.&nbsp;"An impact is less likely than experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning. Although an asteroid impact is pretty unlikely to occur in any given year, the probability is not zero and might be higher than some people expect. But, just like carbon monoxide poisoning is preventable, so is an asteroid impact - if we have enough time to prepare."<h2>The only ever death by a meteor shower</h2>The only person confirmed to have died from a meteorite hitting was in 1888 in Sulaymaniyah in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. According to the three letters written by Ottoman officials and forwarded to the Ottoman ruler in Constantinople, a man was killed with a meteorite strike, and another was paralysed. It also destroyed a huge crop area. What makes the case extraordinary is its detailed documentation. Historians have unearthed these recent years, making it the only documented case of meteorite-caused human fatality.There are other relatable incidents like that of 1954 in Alabama, Ann Hodge became the only confirmed person to survive a meteorite strike. The grapefruit-sized rock crashed through her ceiling and left a large bruise. Another 2016 incident reportedly killed a man at a college, but it was later confirmed to be a ground-based explosion.&nbsp;So while one gazes up at the Perseid stragglers, it is to be remembered that even though these are considered awe-inspiring, they can turn lethal on rarest of occasions.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

On August 16, as the Perseid meteor shower dazzles the skies, we revisit the 1888 Sulaymaniyah tragedy, the world’s only confirmed death by a falling meteorite.

The Perseid meteor shower is still active this week, dazzling the night sky. Earth is remarkably hit by 44,000 kilograms of meteoritic material every day. Most of it is burned up in the upper atmosphere, but some material does reach the ground. But the meteorite hitting the earth is very rare to be captured in a camera. The first recorded footage of a Meteorite hitting the ground was shared by Joe Velaidum, a resident of Prince Edward Island, Canada, in January 2025. He was standing right in front of the door, just as he left to walk to his dog, the meteorite struck the ground at approximately 60,000 kilometres per hour.

On August 16, as the Perseid meteor shower dazzles the skies, we revisit the 1888 Sulaymaniyah tragedy, the world’s only confirmed death by a falling meteorite.

What are the chances of getting hit by meteorite? the only confirmed death by a meteor shower

Scientists studying the Pacific Ocean have found a virus that is unlike any seen before. Named PelV-1 (longest tail), it infects microscopic plankton and has a tail that is longer than any other known virus. &nbsp;<h2>What makes PelV-1 unique?</h2>Researchers found PelV-1 in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre, near Hawaii at a site called Station ALOHA. The virus infects Pelagodinium, a type of plankton. Its capsid the protein shell that carries genetic material, is about 200 nanometres wide. But what shocked scientists is its tail, it is measured 2.3 micrometres, which is about 19 times longer than the coronavirus that caused COVID-19 that was 200 nanometres. As reported by the Economic Times. &nbsp;&nbsp;Time-lapse imaging showed that the tail helps the virus attach to its host cell. Interestingly, newly formed viruses inside the plankton appear tail-less. This suggests the tail is built only after the virus exits its host.<h2>Why is this discovery important?</h2>Viruses that infect dinoflagellates like Pelagodinium are extremely rare. So far, only two other large DNA viruses are known to target this group. Understanding PelV-1 can help scientists learn more about:&nbsp;Energy and nutrient cycles in the ocean&nbsp;The role viruses play in algal blooms, which sometimes harm marine life&nbsp;How viruses evolve unusual traits like extra-long tails&nbsp;The genome of PelV-1 is also very large. It contains 467 genes across 459,000 base pairs much bigger than most viruses. Some of these genes are usually found only in living cells, such as those linked to energy production and light-harvesting proteins. This suggests PelV-1 may use sunlight in some way, a feature very rare for viruses.

Virus with longest tail

Another rare virus discoveredAlongside PelV-1, scientists also identified a second virus in the same culture, named co-PelV. Unlike PelV-1, it does not have a tail. However, it carries metabolic genes that may affect how its host behaves and uses energy.&nbsp;Researchers now plan to study:&nbsp;How PelV-1 builds its unusual tail&nbsp;Whether other long-tailed viruses exist in the world’s oceans&nbsp;The role these viruses play in shaping marine ecosystems&nbsp;The discovery of PelV-1 shows that the ocean still hides countless mysteries.

Scientists have discovered PelV‑1, a giant ocean virus with a record-breaking 2.3 micrometres tail which is 19 times longer than COVID-19 virus tail. Found near Hawaii. 

Scientists studying the Pacific Ocean have found a virus that is unlike any seen before. Named PelV-1 (longest tail), it infects microscopic plankton and has a tail that is longer than any other known virus. What makes PelV-1 unique? Researchers found PelV-1 in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre, near Hawaii at a site called Station ALOHA. The virus infects Pelagodinium, a type of plankton. Its capsid the protein shell that carries genetic material, is about 200 nanometres wide. But what shocked scientists is its tail, it is measured 2.3 micrometres, which is about 19 times longer than the coronavirus that caused COVID-19 that was 200 nanometres. As reported by the Economic Times. Time-lapse imaging showed that the tail helps the virus attach to its host cell. Interestingly, newly formed viruses inside the plankton appear tail-less. This suggests the tail is built only after the virus exits its host. Why is this discovery important? Viruses that infect dinoflagellates like Pelagodinium are extremely rare. So far, only two other large DNA viruses are known to target this group. Understanding PelV-1 can help scientists learn more about: Energy and nutrient cycles in the ocean The role viruses play in algal blooms, which sometimes harm marine life How viruses evolve unusual traits like extra-long tails The genome of PelV-1 is also very large. It contains 467 genes across 459,000 base pairs much bigger than most viruses. Some of these genes are usually found only in living cells, such as those linked to energy production and light-harvesting proteins. This suggests PelV-1 may use sunlight in some way, a feature very rare for viruses.

Scientists have discovered PelV‑1, a giant ocean virus with a record-breaking 2.3 micrometres tail which is 19 times longer than COVID-19 virus tail. Found near Hawaii.&nbsp;

Scientists discovered an ocean virus with the longest tail ever found, 19 times the length of the COVID-19 virus

An international team of astronomers, utilising NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE), has uncovered surprising insights into the behaviour of matter in the immediate vicinity of a black hole. Their observations of the stellar-mass black hole IGR J17091-3624, located approximately 28,000 light-years from Earth, have revealed a unique 'heartbeat' pattern in its X-ray emissions. This discovery, detailed in a recent NASA publication, challenges prevailing theories about black hole dynamics and offers a fresh perspective on their complex nature.&nbsp;<h2>Revealing the Heartbeat: IXPE's Groundbreaking Measurements</h2>&nbsp;In April 2025, astronomers employed IXPE to measure the polarisation of X-rays emitted by IGR J17091-3624. They detected a polarisation degree of 9.1 per cent, significantly higher than anticipated based on existing models. This high degree of polarisation suggests a highly ordered magnetic field structure around the black hole, providing new insights into the geometry of its accretion disc and corona. Lead researcher Melissa Ewing from Newcastle University said, "The black hole IGR J17091-3624 is an extraordinary source which dims and brightens with the likeness of a heartbeat, and NASA’s IXPE allowed us to measure this unique source in a brand-new way."&nbsp;<h2>Implications for Black Hole Research</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>The observed 'heartbeat' pattern, characterised by periodic dimming and brightening of X-ray emissions, provides a novel method for studying the behaviour of matter near black holes. This rhythmic variability may be linked to complex interactions between the accretion disc, corona, and relativistic winds emanating from the black hole. Understanding these interactions is crucial for comprehending the mechanisms driving black hole growth and their role in galactic evolution. IXPE's ability to measure X-ray polarisation offers a powerful tool for probing the extreme environments surrounding black holes, potentially leading to significant advancements in astrophysical research.&nbsp;<h2>Conclusion: A Step Forward in Astrophysics</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>NASA’s IXPE mission has provided unprecedented insights into the complex behaviour of black holes, particularly through its ability to measure X-ray polarisation. The detection of a 9.1 per cent polarisation degree in the emissions from IGR J17091-3624 challenges existing theoretical models and opens new avenues for research into the dynamics of black holes. As astronomers continue to analyse data from IXPE and other observatories, our understanding of these enigmatic cosmic entities is poised to deepen, potentially leading to groundbreaking discoveries in the field of astrophysics.

Their observations of the stellar-mass black hole IGR J17091-3624, located approximately 28,000 light-years from Earth, have revealed a unique 'heartbeat' pattern in its X-ray emissions.

An international team of astronomers, utilising NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE), has uncovered surprising insights into the behaviour of matter in the immediate vicinity of a black hole. Their observations of the stellar-mass black hole IGR J17091-3624, located approximately 28,000 light-years from Earth, have revealed a unique 'heartbeat' pattern in its X-ray emissions. This discovery, detailed in a recent NASA publication, challenges prevailing theories about black hole dynamics and offers a fresh perspective on their complex nature. Revealing the Heartbeat: IXPE's Groundbreaking Measurements In April 2025, astronomers employed IXPE to measure the polarisation of X-rays emitted by IGR J17091-3624. They detected a polarisation degree of 9.1 per cent, significantly higher than anticipated based on existing models. This high degree of polarisation suggests a highly ordered magnetic field structure around the black hole, providing new insights into the geometry of its accretion disc and corona. Lead researcher Melissa Ewing from Newcastle University said, "The black hole IGR J17091-3624 is an extraordinary source which dims and brightens with the likeness of a heartbeat, and NASA’s IXPE allowed us to measure this unique source in a brand-new way." Implications for Black Hole Research The observed 'heartbeat' pattern, characterised by periodic dimming and brightening of X-ray emissions, provides a novel method for studying the behaviour of matter near black holes. This rhythmic variability may be linked to complex interactions between the accretion disc, corona, and relativistic winds emanating from the black hole. Understanding these interactions is crucial for comprehending the mechanisms driving black hole growth and their role in galactic evolution. IXPE's ability to measure X-ray polarisation offers a powerful tool for probing the extreme environments surrounding black holes, potentially leading to significant advancements in astrophysical research. Conclusion: A Step Forward in Astrophysics NASA’s IXPE mission has provided unprecedented insights into the complex behaviour of black holes, particularly through its ability to measure X-ray polarisation. The detection of a 9.1 per cent polarisation degree in the emissions from IGR J17091-3624 challenges existing theoretical models and opens new avenues for research into the dynamics of black holes. As astronomers continue to analyse data from IXPE and other observatories, our understanding of these enigmatic cosmic entities is poised to deepen, potentially leading to groundbreaking discoveries in the field of astrophysics.

Their observations of the stellar-mass black hole IGR J17091-3624, located approximately 28,000 light-years from Earth, have revealed a unique 'heartbeat' pattern in its X-ray emissions.

Scientists stunned as black hole emits rhythmic heartbeat, NASA’s IXPE uncovers cosmic mystery!

Scientists have found a highly unusual supernova, dubbed SN 2023zkd. There were two explosions, and the star was reaching peak brightness for years. It even ate a part of the black hole. Here is what happened.

Scientists have found a highly unusual supernova, dubbed SN 2023zkd. There were two explosions, and the star was reaching peak brightness for years. It even ate a part of the black hole. Here's what happened.

Unusual supernova saw a star eat a black hole, but the dark monster won

A cosmic merger that started a billion years ago is still in process. Two galaxy clusters residing in a bigger cluster are pulling stars away from each other, creating a bridge comprising these homeless stellar bodies.  

A cosmic merger that started a billion years ago is still in process. Two galaxy clusters residing in a bigger cluster are pulling stars away from each other, creating a bridge comprising these homeless stellar bodies. &nbsp;

Light-year-long bridge: Stellar merger that started 1 billion years ago has turned into a cosmic robbery

Scientists have created a masterful piece of an object shooting cosmic jets in space that has long been a mystery. Despite being located billions of light-years away, this entity can be seen releasing extremely bright high–energy gamma rays and cosmic neutrinos. In fact, it is one of the brightest sources of these particles ever seen in space. Yet, it appears to be moving slowly. This defied the theory that only the fastest cosmic jets could cause such exceptional brightness. To decode what was going on, astronomers decided to peer into the object releasing the jets. The PKS 1424+240 is a blazar that has dazzled scientists on Earth for years. Blazars are galaxies with supermassive black holes at their centres that actively accrete matter. Such galaxies emit strong radiation. This one has been seen shooting jets right at us. Using the Very Long Baseline Array, a system of 10 radio telescopes, scientists have created an image of this blazar, and it is literally a beast's eye in space.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/d-j-vu-a-glitch-in-your-brain-or-did-your-consciousness-travel-to-the-future-1755155599820">Déjà vu: A glitch in your brain or did your consciousness travel to the future?</a><h2>Eye of Sauron in the universe</h2>The findings about the blazar were published in the journal Astronomy &amp; Astrophysics. Yuri Kovalev, from the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, said that once they were done constructing the extremely high-resolution photo of the blazar, it left them stunned. "We have never seen anything quite like it—a near–perfect toroidal magnetic field with a jet, pointing straight at us," he said. It is almost like an eye in the sky, or in this case, the universe. It is almost like the Eye of Sauron from The Lord of the Rings movies. They also solved the mystery of the extreme brightness from the blazar captured from Earth. The researchers said that the jet is aligned in a way that it is pointing exactly in the direction of Earth. Co–author Jack Livingston said that this "causes a boost in brightness by a factor of 30 or more."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/harvard-scientist-calls-on-world-leaders-to-prepare-common-plan-on-alien-attack-1755064546960">3I/ATLAS and its 'intent': Harvard scientist calls on world leaders to prepare for an alien attack</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/black-hole-probe-needs-100-years-1-trillion-dollars-and-nano-technology-cosmic-backyard-earth-1754653395895">Black hole probe needs 100 years, $1 trillion and fictional technology. But there is an even bigger problem</a>&nbsp;As for the reason behind the slow movement of the jets, it is nothing but an optical illusion. It is simply because of &nbsp;"projection effects", Livingston said. After reconstructing the scary, monstrous eye, scientists also got the chance to peer directly into the blazar. This offered them a peek into the structure of the jet's magnetic field, which turned out to be helical, a spiral, or toroidal, like a doughnut. Researchers said this shape explains why particles are being pushed out of it at such extreme energy.

A cosmic object has been shooting jets right at us. It had been a mystery till now because it went against the rules of physics. Now, scientists have created a photo of the object, which finally solves the puzzle. 

Scientists have created a masterful piece of an object shooting cosmic jets in space that has long been a mystery. Despite being located billions of light-years away, this entity can be seen releasing extremely bright high–energy gamma rays and cosmic neutrinos. In fact, it is one of the brightest sources of these particles ever seen in space. Yet, it appears to be moving slowly. This defied the theory that only the fastest cosmic jets could cause such exceptional brightness. To decode what was going on, astronomers decided to peer into the object releasing the jets. The PKS 1424+240 is a blazar that has dazzled scientists on Earth for years. Blazars are galaxies with supermassive black holes at their centres that actively accrete matter. Such galaxies emit strong radiation. This one has been seen shooting jets right at us. Using the Very Long Baseline Array, a system of 10 radio telescopes, scientists have created an image of this blazar, and it is literally a beast's eye in space. Also Read: Déjà vu: A glitch in your brain or did your consciousness travel to the future? Eye of Sauron in the universe The findings about the blazar were published in the journal Astronomy & Astrophysics. Yuri Kovalev, from the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, said that once they were done constructing the extremely high-resolution photo of the blazar, it left them stunned. "We have never seen anything quite like it—a near–perfect toroidal magnetic field with a jet, pointing straight at us," he said. It is almost like an eye in the sky, or in this case, the universe. It is almost like the Eye of Sauron from The Lord of the Rings movies. They also solved the mystery of the extreme brightness from the blazar captured from Earth. The researchers said that the jet is aligned in a way that it is pointing exactly in the direction of Earth. Co–author Jack Livingston said that this "causes a boost in brightness by a factor of 30 or more." Also Read: 3I/ATLAS and its 'intent': Harvard scientist calls on world leaders to prepare for an alien attack Also Read: Black hole probe needs 100 years, $1 trillion and fictional technology. But there is an even bigger problem As for the reason behind the slow movement of the jets, it is nothing but an optical illusion. It is simply because of "projection effects", Livingston said. After reconstructing the scary, monstrous eye, scientists also got the chance to peer directly into the blazar. This offered them a peek into the structure of the jet's magnetic field, which turned out to be helical, a spiral, or toroidal, like a doughnut. Researchers said this shape explains why particles are being pushed out of it at such extreme energy.

A cosmic object has been shooting jets right at us. It had been a mystery till now because it went against the rules of physics. Now, scientists have created a photo of the object, which finally solves the puzzle.&nbsp;

Beast's eye in space: Object spewing particles at Earth was a mystery. A photo has revealed it is...

After 9/11, the world couldn't stop talking about a person named Nostradamus. He was a French astrologer who lived in the 16th century and apparently predicted the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers in New York. He wrote about a "fire approaching a great new city", which people interpret to mean the aeroplanes that hit the World Trade Centre towers in the bustling American city. Baba Vanga is another mystic from Bulgaria who is believed to have had visions about the Chernobyl disaster, World War II, Princess Diana's death, the September 11 attacks, the 2004 tsunami and even her own death. Ryo Tatsuki of Japan recently became famous as she apparently saw the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami in her dreams and wrote about it in a manga comic. There is no evidence to suggest that these events were predicted by these people. However, premonitions are not unheard of. Even regular people have them. Remember the gut feeling you had about someone, or felt off about visiting a place? All that might be linked to our brain taking a trip to the future. At least that's what some scientists think. In fact, this theory also explains why we have a sense of deja vu, that something has already happened.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/signal-from-the-early-universe-radio-burst-travels-10-billion-years-to-reach-earth-1755065679461">Signal from the early universe: Radio burst travels 10 billion years to reach Earth. It came from a...</a>&nbsp;<h2>Is time linear? Experts think time is very different from how humans see it</h2>The scientific term for having a feeling about a future event, or that something is going to happen in the future, is precognition. It is an extrasensory perception or foreknowledge of an event. At times, we also feel like we have already experienced something before. Cognitive neuroscientist Julia Mossbridge got pulled towards studying it after she had these visions as a child. Once her father got on a plane for a business trip and was in a crash. When she heard the news, she recalled thinking at the time he left that she would never see him again. How do we get that feeling about something that hasn't happened yet? We view time as linear, something that can only go forward without skipping any of the parts. However, some experts think that time is not how humans perceive it.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/would-you-dare-to-take-a-400-year-one-way-trip-to-alpha-centauri-on-this-ship-1754642146307">Would you dare to take a 400‑year one‑way trip to Alpha Centauri on this ship?</a>&nbsp;Psychologists and neuroscientists have been trying to understand this extrasensory perception. Mossbridge, who is a visiting scholar at Northwestern University and a fellow at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, was quoted by Popular Mechanics as saying. "We don’t understand how time works. Even physicists are admitting they really don’t know how it works. We are stuck on this idea that, if you’re truly scientific, you are going to think about time linearly, but is it really linear?"Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/on-19-january-2038-we-will-return-137-years-back-in-time-because-of-y2k-like-crisis-1754552664119">Another Y2K? On 19 Jan, 2038, we'll return 137 years back in time if...</a><h2>Quantum mechanics says time isn't a physical reality</h2>Parapsychologist Dean Radin, PhD, the chief scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, says our consciousness is likely beyond the linear perception of time that humans have. “Time is not how we experience it on an everyday level," he says. “In quantum mechanics, time may not even be part of our physical reality. It’s not that time doesn’t exist. It just behaves in a much stranger way than how it is seen through the lens of the human experience.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/alien-world-discovered-thriving-in-total-darkness-31000-feet-below-the-ocean-1754035524455">Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why</a>&nbsp;Mossbridge and Radin conducted experiments to dig deeper into this unshakeable feeling. Participants were wired to an EEG machine and shown random images. When they saw a positive image, their brain showed little activity. When there was a spike in brain activity, it meant that they had a feeling that the next image would be a negative one. They discovered that everyone has some level of precognition. Radin even studied Tibetan oracles who could peek into the future. He says their visions happened as a result of their ability to not only go beyond time but also space.&nbsp;<h2>Humans have a memory from future</h2>Radin has a scientific explanation for precognition. He says it is a form of quantum entanglement where particles entangled with each other are supposed to share the same information and behave in the same way. Radin thinks this explains why humans have a memory about something that hasn't happened yet. He adds that "our consciousness can jump outside ordinary experience and receive information from the past or future." This memory also explains why we sometimes have a sudden feeling of having been to a place before, or the exact same things unfolding that feel like they have happened before.&nbsp;“Some people hypothesise that precognition is your brain entangled with itself in the future, because entanglement is not only things separated in space, but also separated in time,” Radin states. “If it can be entangled with itself in the future, in the present, you’d be feeling something like a memory that is going to happen in the future.” This explains not only precognition, but also déja vû and that feeling in the pit of your stomach.&nbsp; &nbsp;

It is common to feel something is about to happen even when you have no way of knowing it. This is believed to happen because our consciousness can possibly travel to the future, as in reality, time is not linear. This is why our brain has memories of things that have not happened yet.

After 9/11, the world couldn't stop talking about a person named Nostradamus. He was a French astrologer who lived in the 16th century and apparently predicted the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers in New York. He wrote about a "fire approaching a great new city", which people interpret to mean the aeroplanes that hit the World Trade Centre towers in the bustling American city. Baba Vanga is another mystic from Bulgaria who is believed to have had visions about the Chernobyl disaster, World War II, Princess Diana's death, the September 11 attacks, the 2004 tsunami and even her own death. Ryo Tatsuki of Japan recently became famous as she apparently saw the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami in her dreams and wrote about it in a manga comic. There is no evidence to suggest that these events were predicted by these people. However, premonitions are not unheard of. Even regular people have them. Remember the gut feeling you had about someone, or felt off about visiting a place? All that might be linked to our brain taking a trip to the future. At least that's what some scientists think. In fact, this theory also explains why we have a sense of deja vu, that something has already happened. Also Read: Signal from the early universe: Radio burst travels 10 billion years to reach Earth. It came from a... Is time linear? Experts think time is very different from how humans see it The scientific term for having a feeling about a future event, or that something is going to happen in the future, is precognition. It is an extrasensory perception or foreknowledge of an event. At times, we also feel like we have already experienced something before. Cognitive neuroscientist Julia Mossbridge got pulled towards studying it after she had these visions as a child. Once her father got on a plane for a business trip and was in a crash. When she heard the news, she recalled thinking at the time he left that she would never see him again. How do we get that feeling about something that hasn't happened yet? We view time as linear, something that can only go forward without skipping any of the parts. However, some experts think that time is not how humans perceive it. Also Read: Would you dare to take a 400‑year one‑way trip to Alpha Centauri on this ship? Psychologists and neuroscientists have been trying to understand this extrasensory perception. Mossbridge, who is a visiting scholar at Northwestern University and a fellow at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, was quoted by Popular Mechanics as saying. "We don’t understand how time works. Even physicists are admitting they really don’t know how it works. We are stuck on this idea that, if you’re truly scientific, you are going to think about time linearly, but is it really linear?" Also Read: Another Y2K? On 19 Jan, 2038, we'll return 137 years back in time if... Quantum mechanics says time isn't a physical reality Parapsychologist Dean Radin, PhD, the chief scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, says our consciousness is likely beyond the linear perception of time that humans have. “Time is not how we experience it on an everyday level," he says. “In quantum mechanics, time may not even be part of our physical reality. It’s not that time doesn’t exist. It just behaves in a much stranger way than how it is seen through the lens of the human experience.” Also Read: Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why Mossbridge and Radin conducted experiments to dig deeper into this unshakeable feeling. Participants were wired to an EEG machine and shown random images. When they saw a positive image, their brain showed little activity. When there was a spike in brain activity, it meant that they had a feeling that the next image would be a negative one. They discovered that everyone has some level of precognition. Radin even studied Tibetan oracles who could peek into the future. He says their visions happened as a result of their ability to not only go beyond time but also space. Humans have a memory from future Radin has a scientific explanation for precognition. He says it is a form of quantum entanglement where particles entangled with each other are supposed to share the same information and behave in the same way. Radin thinks this explains why humans have a memory about something that hasn't happened yet. He adds that "our consciousness can jump outside ordinary experience and receive information from the past or future." This memory also explains why we sometimes have a sudden feeling of having been to a place before, or the exact same things unfolding that feel like they have happened before. “Some people hypothesise that precognition is your brain entangled with itself in the future, because entanglement is not only things separated in space, but also separated in time,” Radin states. “If it can be entangled with itself in the future, in the present, you’d be feeling something like a memory that is going to happen in the future.” This explains not only precognition, but also déja vû and that feeling in the pit of your stomach.

It is common to feel something is about to happen even when you have no way of knowing it. This is believed to happen because our consciousness can possibly travel to the future, as in reality, time is not linear. This is why our brain has memories of things that haven't happened yet.

Déjà vu: A glitch in your brain or did your consciousness travel to the future?

Submarine canyons discovered off the coast of Antarctica throw light on the world that exists under the vast ice mass covering the continent. These structures also prove that the East Antarctic Ice Sheet is much older than the western portion.

Submarine canyons discovered off the coast of Antarctica throw light on the world that exists under the vast ice mass covering the continent. These structures also prove that the East Antarctic Ice Sheet is much older than the western portion.

13,123-foot deep structures in Antarctica prove an integral belief about the icy continent

Did the Big Bang give birth to two universes? One in which we live, and the other that runs parallel to us but in rewind. A theory suggests that when our universe was born, another mirror anti-universe also came to life, where time runs backwards.

Did the Big Bang give birth to two universes? One in which we live, and the other that runs parallel to us but in rewind. A theory suggests that when our universe was born, another mirror anti-universe also came to life, where time runs backwards.

An anti-universe in rewind: Big Bang birthed two worlds, ours and a twin

Scientists have discovered an ancient whale species that lived in Australia around 26 million years ago. Fossils of this whale were found along Victoria’s Surf Coast by Ross Dullard, who stumbled upon the fossils in 2019. It was a partial skull fossil with attached ear bone, and it offers an insight into how ancient marine mammals evolved. The creature was very different from the whales seen today, with large eyes and sharp teeth that it used for hunting. The whale species has been named Janjucetus dullardi and is one of the earliest cousins of modern whales. According to Museums Victoria Research Institute, the creature was a far cry from today's whales. They were shorter to help them hunt for prey easily using their sharp tooth. The predator was only about as large as a dolphin and moved quickly. The study was published in the journal Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ghostly-silence-from-blue-whales-an-ominous-sign-for-the-world-scientists-warn-1753863195541">Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world</a><h2>Tiny whales with eyes the size of tennis balls</h2>Ruairidh Duncan, lead author of the study, said that they were "little whales with big eyes and a mouth full of sharp, slicing teeth." They were "small and deceptively cute, but not harmless," he added. They had a short snout and eyes about the size of tennis balls facing forward. Their teeth evolved to easily slice their prey. The researchers noted that even though the whales weren't large, they definitely would have presented a scary picture in the ocean at the time. The study notes that these creatures offer an insight into how the baleen whales evolved. The Janjucetus dullardi wasn't the only strange whale in the region at the time. Scientists say that this portion of the world once harboured several unusual whales.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/alien-world-discovered-thriving-in-total-darkness-31000-feet-below-the-ocean-1754035524455">Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why</a>&nbsp;Museums Victoria had been studying the fossil ever since it was donated by Dullard. “This kind of public discovery and its reporting to the museum is vital...Ross’ discovery has unlocked an entire chapter of whale evolution we’ve never seen before. It’s a reminder that world-changing fossils can be found in your own backyard,” said study co-author Erich Fitzgerald, senior curator at Museums Victoria Research Institute. Years of analysis led researchers to conclude that the fossils belonged to a group of early whales known as mammalodontids. This group inhabited the world's waters around 30 to 23 million years ago.

Australian waters were filled with small whales with eyes the size of tennis balls and sharp teeth to help them easily hunt for their prey. Museums Victoria Research Institute said they were once a terrifying predator, even though they looked cute.

Scientists have discovered an ancient whale species that lived in Australia around 26 million years ago. Fossils of this whale were found along Victoria’s Surf Coast by Ross Dullard, who stumbled upon the fossils in 2019. It was a partial skull fossil with attached ear bone, and it offers an insight into how ancient marine mammals evolved. The creature was very different from the whales seen today, with large eyes and sharp teeth that it used for hunting. The whale species has been named Janjucetus dullardi and is one of the earliest cousins of modern whales. According to Museums Victoria Research Institute, the creature was a far cry from today's whales. They were shorter to help them hunt for prey easily using their sharp tooth. The predator was only about as large as a dolphin and moved quickly. The study was published in the journal Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society. Also Read: Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world Tiny whales with eyes the size of tennis balls Ruairidh Duncan, lead author of the study, said that they were "little whales with big eyes and a mouth full of sharp, slicing teeth." They were "small and deceptively cute, but not harmless," he added. They had a short snout and eyes about the size of tennis balls facing forward. Their teeth evolved to easily slice their prey. The researchers noted that even though the whales weren't large, they definitely would have presented a scary picture in the ocean at the time. The study notes that these creatures offer an insight into how the baleen whales evolved. The Janjucetus dullardi wasn't the only strange whale in the region at the time. Scientists say that this portion of the world once harboured several unusual whales. Also Read: Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why Museums Victoria had been studying the fossil ever since it was donated by Dullard. “This kind of public discovery and its reporting to the museum is vital...Ross’ discovery has unlocked an entire chapter of whale evolution we’ve never seen before. It’s a reminder that world-changing fossils can be found in your own backyard,” said study co-author Erich Fitzgerald, senior curator at Museums Victoria Research Institute. Years of analysis led researchers to conclude that the fossils belonged to a group of early whales known as mammalodontids. This group inhabited the world's waters around 30 to 23 million years ago.

Australian waters were filled with small whales with eyes the size of tennis balls and sharp teeth to help them easily hunt for their prey. Museums Victoria Research Institute said they were once a terrifying predator, even though they looked cute.

'Small and cute' terrifying predator roamed Australian waters 26 million years ago

The South African MeerKAT observatory recorded a radio signal from space, or a fast radio burst (FRB), on March 4, 2024. It was super short but equally intriguing. Scientists say that this FRB travelled a whopping 10 billion years to reach us, way before our Sun and Earth were born. The discovery was announced in a paper published on the arXiv preprint server earlier this month after being first presented at the FRB2025 conference in Montreal, Canada, in July. Researchers said that the radio burst originated from a dwarf galaxy undergoing a strong burst of star formation. However, a likely candidate wasn't discovered initially, and it was only revealed after numerous analyses. &nbsp;When FRBs travel from deep space, crossing intergalactic matter, the waves slow down slightly. For longer wavelengths, this process is even stronger.Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/source-of-mysterious-radio-signal-that-took-8-billion-years-to-reach-earth-revealed-678566"> Radio signal that took 8 billion years to reach Earth came from seven interacting galaxies</a>&nbsp;This is what gave away the age of the radio signal spotted by the South African observatory. Since its dispersion measure was unusually large, it hinted that the signal had travelled from an extremely distant point in space. Scientists turned to the Keck telescope on Mauna Kea, Hawai’i, and the MMT Observatory in Arizona to understand where the signal came from. Both instruments failed to detect a host galaxy. When they did not succeed, the James Webb Space Telescope was brought into play and proved a game changer. Its Near-infrared Camera picked up a 28th-magnitude faint light at the burst’s location. This was found to be a dwarf galaxy where young stars were being constantly born.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/james-webb-discovers-oldest-black-hole-in-the-universe-1754652420362">'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole</a><h2>Understanding the age of the radio burst</h2>The researchers then needed to understand the age of the radio wave. For this, they needed to measure how much the galaxy’s light waves were stretched by cosmic expansion while travelling towards Earth. A team led by Manisha Caleb, University of Sydney, used Webb’s NIRSpec spectrograph to observe this phenomenon and found that the radio signal originated when the universe was only around 3 billion years old.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/universe-biggest-black-hole-is-so-monstrous-that-it-can-fit-36-billion-suns-1754645711409">Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns</a><h2>What are magnetars?</h2>The team also believes that their observation can help solve the mystery of magnetars that are believed to release these radio bursts. Magnetars are reportedly strongly magnetised neutron stars, and could either form right after a star dies or when two neutron stars merge. Caleb's paper states that the merger is common in older galaxies. However, the radio wave studied by her team originated from a young galaxy, which means the magnetar in this case formed right after a stellar explosion.

Scientists have revealed the age and point of origin of a radio signal that was detected in March 2024. The fast radio burst came from a point in the universe that existed only three billion years after the Big Bang. The discovery could solve an explosive cosmic mystery.

The South African MeerKAT observatory recorded a radio signal from space, or a fast radio burst (FRB), on March 4, 2024. It was super short but equally intriguing. Scientists say that this FRB travelled a whopping 10 billion years to reach us, way before our Sun and Earth were born. The discovery was announced in a paper published on the arXiv preprint server earlier this month after being first presented at the FRB2025 conference in Montreal, Canada, in July. Researchers said that the radio burst originated from a dwarf galaxy undergoing a strong burst of star formation. However, a likely candidate wasn't discovered initially, and it was only revealed after numerous analyses. When FRBs travel from deep space, crossing intergalactic matter, the waves slow down slightly. For longer wavelengths, this process is even stronger. Also Read: Radio signal that took 8 billion years to reach Earth came from seven interacting galaxies This is what gave away the age of the radio signal spotted by the South African observatory. Since its dispersion measure was unusually large, it hinted that the signal had travelled from an extremely distant point in space. Scientists turned to the Keck telescope on Mauna Kea, Hawai’i, and the MMT Observatory in Arizona to understand where the signal came from. Both instruments failed to detect a host galaxy. When they did not succeed, the James Webb Space Telescope was brought into play and proved a game changer. Its Near-infrared Camera picked up a 28th-magnitude faint light at the burst’s location. This was found to be a dwarf galaxy where young stars were being constantly born. Also Read: 'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole Understanding the age of the radio burst The researchers then needed to understand the age of the radio wave. For this, they needed to measure how much the galaxy’s light waves were stretched by cosmic expansion while travelling towards Earth. A team led by Manisha Caleb, University of Sydney, used Webb’s NIRSpec spectrograph to observe this phenomenon and found that the radio signal originated when the universe was only around 3 billion years old. Also Read: Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns What are magnetars? The team also believes that their observation can help solve the mystery of magnetars that are believed to release these radio bursts. Magnetars are reportedly strongly magnetised neutron stars, and could either form right after a star dies or when two neutron stars merge. Caleb's paper states that the merger is common in older galaxies. However, the radio wave studied by her team originated from a young galaxy, which means the magnetar in this case formed right after a stellar explosion.

Scientists have revealed the age and point of origin of a radio signal that was detected in March 2024. The fast radio burst came from a point in the universe that existed only three billion years after the Big Bang. The discovery could solve an explosive cosmic mystery.

Signal from the early universe: Radio burst travels 10 billion years to reach Earth. It came from a...

Harvard scientist Avi Loeb, who thinks that the interstellar object racing towards the inner solar system could be an alien spaceship, has called on world leaders to come up with an action plan that could be implemented if the object threatens Earth. Astronomers across the world were intrigued by 3I/ATLAS, which is only the third interstellar object to enter our solar system. It was detected on July 1 at the NASA-funded ATLAS survey telescope at Río Hurtado, Chile. Since then, it has been the only thing scientists have been talking about. They zoomed in on the object to learn more about it, and most of them are in consensus that it is a comet. But not Loeb. He has identified certain characteristics of the object which he believes are proof that it is not a natural object. Loeb says that it is an "alien mothership" that could be coming to attack Earth. Despite others panning his theory, Loeb is moving ahead with his belief, publishing a paper about it. Now he has called on global leaders to come together and make a plan in the face of an eventuality that is disastrous for our planet.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-spacecraft-jupiter-alien-probe-interstellar-object-1753937322333">Scientist says 14-year-old spacecraft hovering over Jupiter can encounter 'alien ship' on THIS date</a>&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/mystery-rock-or-interstellar-drone-scientists-debate-hostile-alien-craft-1753979384644/embed<h2>Why do humans never talk about alien attack, asks Loeb</h2>Talking to Newsnation in an interview, Loeb said it is important that a body is set up that could make decisions in case the interstellar object attacks Earth. He said, "I believe that we need an international organisation that will make policy decisions about such an object." Loeb pointed out that humans fear things like Artificial Intelligence and climate change, but have never given any thought to an alien threat. "We are worried about existential threats from artificial intelligence, from global climate change, from an asteroid impact, but we never discuss alien technology," he said. Loeb added that there has to be a common policy in place about an attack from aliens. It would depend on the plans of the interstellar visitor. "The response has to depend on its properties and its intent — what is it doing as it comes closer to us? He stressed that it is important to come up with a policy fast. "And it’s just like having a visitor in your backyard. You can’t decide on the policy for all visitors. It really depends on the intent of the visitor, and it’s just next door," the Harvard scientist said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/when-will-alien-invasion-on-earth-happen-spacecraft-ship-probe-1754106497174">Scientist reveals HOW and WHEN alien 'mothership' could attack Earth, warns governments to take action</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/baba-vanga-predicted-alien-contact-in-2025-interstellar-spaceship-comet-solar-system-1754538939635">Baba Vanga Predicted Alien Contact In 2025. Is Interstellar 'Mothership' Hurtling Towards Earth Them Reaching Out?</a><h2>Harvard scientist is sure interstellar object is not a comet</h2>Loeb doubled down on his claim that 3I/ATLAS is not a naturally occurring cosmic body. He wrote in a Medium post, "There were claims of a tail. But since 3I/ATLAS is accelerating and its current size is not much larger than the angular resolution of Earth-based telescopes, it is not easy to avoid fictitious elongation of the image as a result of the object's motion." He also points to its trajectory around the Sun, which he says is not natural. It has a retrograde orbital plane around the Sun, which doesn't happen for a natural object, he says. 3I/ATLAS is travelling at a speed of 60 kilometres per second. Loeb says its colour and size are indicators that it is not a comet. It is also much bigger than the other two interstellar objects that paid us a visit - Oumuamua in 2017 and 2I/Borisov in 2019. Loeb says the likelihood of it being a natural object is 0.2 per cent.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The world needs to be prepared for an alien attack on Earth in case interstellar object 3I/ATLAS turns out to be an alien mothership, Harvard scientist Avi Loeb says. He wants world leaders to come up with a plan to deal with the potential threat.

Harvard scientist Avi Loeb, who thinks that the interstellar object racing towards the inner solar system could be an alien spaceship, has called on world leaders to come up with an action plan that could be implemented if the object threatens Earth. Astronomers across the world were intrigued by 3I/ATLAS, which is only the third interstellar object to enter our solar system. It was detected on July 1 at the NASA-funded ATLAS survey telescope at Río Hurtado, Chile. Since then, it has been the only thing scientists have been talking about. They zoomed in on the object to learn more about it, and most of them are in consensus that it is a comet. But not Loeb. He has identified certain characteristics of the object which he believes are proof that it is not a natural object. Loeb says that it is an "alien mothership" that could be coming to attack Earth. Despite others panning his theory, Loeb is moving ahead with his belief, publishing a paper about it. Now he has called on global leaders to come together and make a plan in the face of an eventuality that is disastrous for our planet. Also Read: Scientist says 14-year-old spacecraft hovering over Jupiter can encounter 'alien ship' on THIS date https://www.wionews.com/videos/mystery-rock-or-interstellar-drone-scientists-debate-hostile-alien-craft-1753979384644/embed Why do humans never talk about alien attack, asks Loeb Talking to Newsnation in an interview, Loeb said it is important that a body is set up that could make decisions in case the interstellar object attacks Earth. He said, "I believe that we need an international organisation that will make policy decisions about such an object." Loeb pointed out that humans fear things like Artificial Intelligence and climate change, but have never given any thought to an alien threat. "We are worried about existential threats from artificial intelligence, from global climate change, from an asteroid impact, but we never discuss alien technology," he said. Loeb added that there has to be a common policy in place about an attack from aliens. It would depend on the plans of the interstellar visitor. "The response has to depend on its properties and its intent — what is it doing as it comes closer to us? He stressed that it is important to come up with a policy fast. "And it’s just like having a visitor in your backyard. You can’t decide on the policy for all visitors. It really depends on the intent of the visitor, and it’s just next door," the Harvard scientist said. Also Read: Scientist reveals HOW and WHEN alien 'mothership' could attack Earth, warns governments to take action Also Read: Baba Vanga Predicted Alien Contact In 2025. Is Interstellar 'Mothership' Hurtling Towards Earth Them Reaching Out? Harvard scientist is sure interstellar object is not a comet Loeb doubled down on his claim that 3I/ATLAS is not a naturally occurring cosmic body. He wrote in a Medium post, "There were claims of a tail. But since 3I/ATLAS is accelerating and its current size is not much larger than the angular resolution of Earth-based telescopes, it is not easy to avoid fictitious elongation of the image as a result of the object's motion." He also points to its trajectory around the Sun, which he says is not natural. It has a retrograde orbital plane around the Sun, which doesn't happen for a natural object, he says. 3I/ATLAS is travelling at a speed of 60 kilometres per second. Loeb says its colour and size are indicators that it is not a comet. It is also much bigger than the other two interstellar objects that paid us a visit - Oumuamua in 2017 and 2I/Borisov in 2019. Loeb says the likelihood of it being a natural object is 0.2 per cent.

The world needs to be prepared for an alien attack on Earth in case interstellar object 3I/ATLAS turns out to be an alien mothership, Harvard scientist Avi Loeb says. He wants world leaders to come up with a plan to deal with the potential threat.

3I/ATLAS and its 'intent': Harvard scientist calls on world leaders to prepare for an alien attack

Bill Gates is backing a butter made up entirely from carbon, hydrogen and oxygen and facing backlash for it. The butter has been scientifically made in a lab without any milk products. A company named Savor, based in Batavia, Illinois, is behind the strange blend. It is generating online buzz for all the wrong reasons. People are slamming the artificial butter, asking why one would mix hydrogen, carbon and oxygen to create fat molecules and then add flavour and colour to make it taste like butter? The product is currently being tested at restaurants and is expected to be offered for sale in 2027. Savor described the butter as "Delightfully rich foods without animals, farmland, fertilisers, hormones, or antibiotics. These are real fats, not a substitute." Gates is promoting the butter for its potential to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. Manufacturing this butter requires "zero agriculture" and causes "zero emissions." The company claims the butter looks, smells and tastes just like the real thing, with no palm oil. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-wouldn-t-want-that-guy-to-babysit-my-kid-elon-musk-slams-bill-gates-for-ties-with-sex-offender-jeffrey-epstein-1747796688686">'Wouldn't want that guy to babysit my kid': Elon Musk slams Bill Gates for ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein</a><h2>Synthetic butter can save the environment</h2>Bill Gates feels that the product has "immense potential to slash greenhouse gas emissions." The billionaire wrote in his blog, 'The idea of switching to lab-made fats and oils may seem strange at first. But their potential to significantly reduce our carbon footprint is immense." However, no one seems to be buying it. Celebrity chef Andrew Gruel wrote on X, "Disgusting. They are combining hydrogen, carbon and oxygen to create fat molecules, then manipulating that to taste like butter. Why do this when we already have butter?" Another person wrote that Savor doesn't seem to be solving a problem, but is undertaking a practice that would monopolise food production. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musk-is-behind-in-brain-chip-war-jeff-bezos-and-bill-gates-are-winning-8912887">Who is winning the brain chip war? Not Musk, but a company backed by Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates</a>&nbsp;"They're not trying to solve a food shortage. They're trying to engineer one… Once they own the source code for your food, they can alter it, gate it, and revoke access at will… The goal isn't to make butter without cows. The goal is to make humans without sovereignty," a user wrote, criticising the synthetic butter. Others think that it could feed poor countries if it is cheaper to produce. However, artificial food items can have disastrous health effects. Health experts even pan margarine, a butter substitute made from vegetable oils.

A synthetic butter made by combining hydrogen, carbon and oxygen in a lab has raised eyebrows in the United States. Bill Gates is backing the product. He says it can cut down greenhouse gas emissions. However, the company has not mentioned anything about the effects of such butter on health.

Bill Gates is backing a butter made up entirely from carbon, hydrogen and oxygen and facing backlash for it. The butter has been scientifically made in a lab without any milk products. A company named Savor, based in Batavia, Illinois, is behind the strange blend. It is generating online buzz for all the wrong reasons. People are slamming the artificial butter, asking why one would mix hydrogen, carbon and oxygen to create fat molecules and then add flavour and colour to make it taste like butter? The product is currently being tested at restaurants and is expected to be offered for sale in 2027. Savor described the butter as "Delightfully rich foods without animals, farmland, fertilisers, hormones, or antibiotics. These are real fats, not a substitute." Gates is promoting the butter for its potential to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. Manufacturing this butter requires "zero agriculture" and causes "zero emissions." The company claims the butter looks, smells and tastes just like the real thing, with no palm oil. Also Read: 'Wouldn't want that guy to babysit my kid': Elon Musk slams Bill Gates for ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Synthetic butter can save the environment Bill Gates feels that the product has "immense potential to slash greenhouse gas emissions." The billionaire wrote in his blog, 'The idea of switching to lab-made fats and oils may seem strange at first. But their potential to significantly reduce our carbon footprint is immense." However, no one seems to be buying it. Celebrity chef Andrew Gruel wrote on X, "Disgusting. They are combining hydrogen, carbon and oxygen to create fat molecules, then manipulating that to taste like butter. Why do this when we already have butter?" Another person wrote that Savor doesn't seem to be solving a problem, but is undertaking a practice that would monopolise food production. Also Read: Who is winning the brain chip war? Not Musk, but a company backed by Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates "They're not trying to solve a food shortage. They're trying to engineer one… Once they own the source code for your food, they can alter it, gate it, and revoke access at will… The goal isn't to make butter without cows. The goal is to make humans without sovereignty," a user wrote, criticising the synthetic butter. Others think that it could feed poor countries if it is cheaper to produce. However, artificial food items can have disastrous health effects. Health experts even pan margarine, a butter substitute made from vegetable oils.

A synthetic butter made by combining hydrogen, carbon and oxygen in a lab has raised eyebrows in the United States. Bill Gates is backing the product. He says it can cut down greenhouse gas emissions. However, the company hasn't mentioned anything about the effects of such butter on health.

Butter made from fats in a lab can save the environment, Bill Gates claims

Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free to all users worldwide. This announcement comes days after the release of Chat GPT 5. Grok 4 AI model was released late in July. Previously, it was available to subscribers of SuperGrok and X Premium. &nbsp;However, this free access comes with a catch: only a limited number of queries, five queries per 12 hours, are allowed for each user, after which users have to subscribe for full access. However, this is for a limited time.&nbsp;Users can access Grok via two modes: auto mode and expert mode. Auto mode allows routing prompts to send complex problems to Grok 4. Expert mode lets every query be answered by Grok 4. Apart from this, Elon Musk's Grok AI also has an AI-powered imaging tool, Grok Imagine. It allows creating images from text or audio prompts. It also allows you to turn any image into a video. &nbsp;The use of Imagine has skyrocketed with a record 44 million images being generated in one day. There is also a spicy mode, which allows more creative, bold content. It has produced deepfake, sexually suggestive content of Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney without explicit prompts. This raised an ethical concern.Elon Musk's xAI in a post on the platform X on Sunday announced, "Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide!Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose "Expert" anytime to always use Grok 4. For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full potential."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide! Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose &quot;Expert&quot; anytime to always use Grok 4. For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full… <a href="https://t.co/VW1Pn3ivke">pic.twitter.com/VW1Pn3ivke</a>&mdash; xAI (@xai) <a href="https://twitter.com/xai/status/1954573454214418820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The competition between OpenAI and xAI is heating up. On Tuesday, Elon Musk accused Apple of favouring OpenAI in its Apple store. He claimed that Apple ‘makes it impossible’ for any AI company to reach the top in the App Store, which is an “unequivocal antitrust violation”. He also threatened that xAI will take legal action.In response, Sam Altman hit back by saying, &nbsp;"This is a remarkable claim given what I have heard alleged that Elon does to manipulate X to benefit himself and his own companies and harm his competitors and people he doesn't like.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is a remarkable claim given what I have heard alleged that Elon does to manipulate X to benefit himself and his own companies and harm his competitors and people he doesn&#39;t like. <a href="https://t.co/HlgzO4c2iC">https://t.co/HlgzO4c2iC</a>&mdash; Sam Altman (@sama) <a href="https://twitter.com/sama/status/1955094792804720660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free for all users worldwide with certain restrictions for a limited time. This comes just a few days after the release of Chat GPT5 by  OpenAI.

Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free to all users worldwide. This announcement comes days after the release of Chat GPT 5. Grok 4 AI model was released late in July. Previously, it was available to subscribers of SuperGrok and X Premium. However, this free access comes with a catch: only a limited number of queries, five queries per 12 hours, are allowed for each user, after which users have to subscribe for full access. However, this is for a limited time. Users can access Grok via two modes: auto mode and expert mode. Auto mode allows routing prompts to send complex problems to Grok 4. Expert mode lets every query be answered by Grok 4. Apart from this, Elon Musk's Grok AI also has an AI-powered imaging tool, Grok Imagine. It allows creating images from text or audio prompts. It also allows you to turn any image into a video. The use of Imagine has skyrocketed with a record 44 million images being generated in one day. There is also a spicy mode, which allows more creative, bold content. It has produced deepfake, sexually suggestive content of Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney without explicit prompts. This raised an ethical concern. Elon Musk's xAI in a post on the platform X on Sunday announced, "Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide! Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose "Expert" anytime to always use Grok 4. For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full potential."

Grok 4 is free for all users worldwide with certain restrictions for a limited time. Elon Musk has ramped up his efforts to compete with OpenAI. He has recently accused Apple's algorithms of favouring OpenAI, ‘making it impossible’ for any other AI app to reach the top of the chart.

Elon Musk makes Grok 4 FREE for everyone, but there’s a sneaky catch you can’t ignore!

Two British Universities, King’s College London and the University of Suffolk, found traces of cocaine, ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides in all samples of freshwater shrimps from England's Waterways. The study was not related to illicit drugs and medicines; it was supposed to study how consumer products were polluting the rivers, freshwaters, and natural environments, and finding such drugs was shocking.“Such regular occurrence of illicit drugs in wildlife was surprising,” &nbsp;said Dr Leon Barron of King’s College. The study collected samples from five catchment areas and 15 various sites across Suffolk County. The observers found Cocaine in every single shrimp in trace amounts, but ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides were found in some.&nbsp;“Although concentrations were low, we were able to identify compounds that might be of concern to the environment and crucially, which might pose a risk to wildlife,” said Thomas Miller study's lead author.The presence of banned pesticides has concerned researchers. Their source remains unknown. Professor Nic Bury of the University of Suffolk is pondering how big an issue it is.“Environmental health has attracted much attention from the public due to challenges associated with climate change and microplastic pollution,” said Nick, “However, the impact of 'invisible' chemical pollution (such as drugs) on wildlife health needs more focus in the UK.”The motivation to grow such research remains with the growing public interest. An in-depth analysis could also advise if any legislative adjustments are needed, depending on the severity of the environmental issue.

Every shrimp taken as a sample from Alde, Box, Deben, Gipping, and Waveney Rivers and 15 different sites shows traces of Cocaine, ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides were also found in some.

Two British Universities, King’s College London and the University of Suffolk, found traces of cocaine, ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides in all samples of freshwater shrimps from England's Waterways. The study was not related to illicit drugs and medicines; it was supposed to study how consumer products were polluting the rivers, freshwaters, and natural environments, and finding such drugs was shocking. “Such regular occurrence of illicit drugs in wildlife was surprising,” said Dr Leon Barron of King’s College. The study collected samples from five catchment areas and 15 various sites across Suffolk County. The observers found Cocaine in every single shrimp in trace amounts, but ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides were found in some. “Although concentrations were low, we were able to identify compounds that might be of concern to the environment and crucially, which might pose a risk to wildlife,” said Thomas Miller study's lead author. The presence of banned pesticides has concerned researchers. Their source remains unknown. Professor Nic Bury of the University of Suffolk is pondering how big an issue it is. “Environmental health has attracted much attention from the public due to challenges associated with climate change and microplastic pollution,” said Nick, “However, the impact of 'invisible' chemical pollution (such as drugs) on wildlife health needs more focus in the UK.” The motivation to grow such research remains with the growing public interest. An in-depth analysis could also advise if any legislative adjustments are needed, depending on the severity of the environmental issue.

Every shrimp taken as a sample from Alde, Box, Deben, Gipping, and Waveney Rivers and 15 different sites shows traces of Cocaine, ketamine, xanax, valium, as well as banned pesticides were also found in some.

Cocaine, ketamine, xanax, valium found in shrimps tested in England's waterways

Niger has initiated an investigation into the "trafficking" of a meteorite from Mars. The piece of rock was sold by Sotheby's last month for a whopping $5 million (someone really wanted a piece of our neighbour). Niger officials are now up in arms, saying that it was illegally smuggled out of the country. According to Sotheby's, a meteorite hunter stumbled upon the piece of Mars in the Sahara desert in 2023 after it travelled 225 million kilometres in space to reach Earth. It was then sold to an international dealer whose identity has not been disclosed. Africa has become a prime ground for the discovery of such space rocks because its climate is most suited to their preservation. People go hunting for them since meteorites can fetch a handsome amount of money when sold to scientists and others interested in owning space rocks. This particular meteorite is now at the centre of a tussle. Niger says it belongs to them, but Sotheby's claims it reached them, keeping in line with all the protocols. Can Niger stake a claim to the Mars meteorite or the sale money? Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/black-hole-probe-needs-100-years-1-trillion-dollars-and-nano-technology-cosmic-backyard-earth-1754653395895">Black hole probe needs 100 years, $1 trillion and fictional technology. But there is an even bigger problem</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/james-webb-discovers-oldest-black-hole-in-the-universe-1754652420362">'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole</a><h2>Niger is angry that the Martian meteorite was sold in New York</h2>Niger insists that the meteorite did not legally leave the country. Heritage academic journal traced the rock's journey, stating that it was sold to an international dealer, and later it was in a private gallery in Italy. Here, a team of scientists from the University of Florence studied the Martian meteorite to learn about its origins. It then reaches the museum in Rome, and from there, at Sotheby's in New York. The auction house sold it for $5 million. Niger sat up and took notice, and raised a hue and cry about the fact that it was sold out of the country. It is now probing the circumstances that led to it reaching New York. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/universe-biggest-black-hole-is-so-monstrous-that-it-can-fit-36-billion-suns-1754645711409">Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns</a><h2>Sotheby's says it followed all the rules</h2>Sotheby's told The Associated Press that the export of the meteorite was in line with relevant international procedures.“As with everything we sell, all necessary documentation was in order at each stage of its journey, in accordance with best practice and the requirements of the countries involved," the statement read. Despite Sotheby's insistence that nothing illegal took place, Niger insists that the meteorite's exit was similar to "international trafficking." Can Niger claim the meteorite? According to the UNESCO Convention on Cultural Property, &nbsp;meteorites can qualify as cultural property of a country. However, Patty Gerstenblith, a cultural heritage lawyer and expert on illicit trade, says that for this to happen, Niger would need to prove that it owned the meteorite and someone stole it. "But if it was properly declared upon import into the US," then there is nothing that Niger can do.

Can Niger get the meteorite from Mars back? The biggest Martian meteorite ever seen on Earth was sold for $5 million by Sothebys. It was found in the Sahara Desert in 2023, and Niger is pretty livid and asking how it left the country. Can it get it back?

Niger has initiated an investigation into the "trafficking" of a meteorite from Mars. The piece of rock was sold by Sotheby's last month for a whopping $5 million (someone really wanted a piece of our neighbour). Niger officials are now up in arms, saying that it was illegally smuggled out of the country. According to Sotheby's, a meteorite hunter stumbled upon the piece of Mars in the Sahara desert in 2023 after it travelled 225 million kilometres in space to reach Earth. It was then sold to an international dealer whose identity has not been disclosed. Africa has become a prime ground for the discovery of such space rocks because its climate is most suited to their preservation. People go hunting for them since meteorites can fetch a handsome amount of money when sold to scientists and others interested in owning space rocks. This particular meteorite is now at the centre of a tussle. Niger says it belongs to them, but Sotheby's claims it reached them, keeping in line with all the protocols. Can Niger stake a claim to the Mars meteorite or the sale money? Also Read: Black hole probe needs 100 years, $1 trillion and fictional technology. But there is an even bigger problem Also Read: 'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole Niger is angry that the Martian meteorite was sold in New York Niger insists that the meteorite did not legally leave the country. Heritage academic journal traced the rock's journey, stating that it was sold to an international dealer, and later it was in a private gallery in Italy. Here, a team of scientists from the University of Florence studied the Martian meteorite to learn about its origins. It then reaches the museum in Rome, and from there, at Sotheby's in New York. The auction house sold it for $5 million. Niger sat up and took notice, and raised a hue and cry about the fact that it was sold out of the country. It is now probing the circumstances that led to it reaching New York. Also Read: Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns Sotheby's says it followed all the rules Sotheby's told The Associated Press that the export of the meteorite was in line with relevant international procedures.“As with everything we sell, all necessary documentation was in order at each stage of its journey, in accordance with best practice and the requirements of the countries involved," the statement read. Despite Sotheby's insistence that nothing illegal took place, Niger insists that the meteorite's exit was similar to "international trafficking." Can Niger claim the meteorite? According to the UNESCO Convention on Cultural Property, meteorites can qualify as cultural property of a country. However, Patty Gerstenblith, a cultural heritage lawyer and expert on illicit trade, says that for this to happen, Niger would need to prove that it owned the meteorite and someone stole it. "But if it was properly declared upon import into the US," then there is nothing that Niger can do.

Can Niger get the meteorite from Mars back? The biggest Martian meteorite ever seen on Earth was sold for $5 million by Sotheby's. It was found in the Sahara Desert in 2023, and Niger is pretty livid and asking how it left the country. Can it get it back?

A Martian scandal: Niger wants the $5million Mars rock, biggest  ever seen on Earth, back. What do the laws say?

Scientists have flagged that in the coming years, two continents - Asia and Australia - will crash into each other, creating a new supercontinent. This is not a theoretical phenomenon, and the continent is already on the move. According to Curtin University’s Professor Zheng-Xiang Li, Australia is moving northward at a rate of approximately 7 centimetres each year. This would have a huge impact on the planet, affecting the ecological system, geography and weather patterns. Earthquakes will shape the world, and volcanoes will erupt, with lava covering large landmasses. Over millions of years, it would collide with Asia, creating a new supercontinent, which already has a name. Australian wildlife would also no longer remain the same, as its animals that have evolved in isolation will be threatened by other predators. Li says that this motion is not unexpected and is the result of tectonic plate motion. Ever since Australia separated from Antarctica about 80 million years ago, it has not stopped and continues to move upwards. Pretty soon, it will collide with Southeast Asia, and several geological forces will come into play. It would not be a peaceful transition, but a violent event that will change the face of the Earth.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-portal-to-space-in-antarctica-end-of-the-world-footage-is-ai-hogwash-but-will-make-your-jaws-drop-even-hrithik-roshan-loves-it-1754891891073">Antarctica has fallen! Bizarre theories about ice wall and alien tombs swirl on social media</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/earth-witnesses-its-third-shortest-day-in-a-month-as-experts-warn-of-catastrophe-1754369655534">Earth witnesses its third shortest day in a month as experts warn a catastrophe could be unfolding</a><h2>From Pangea to another supercontinent - Earth is following a cycle of life</h2>As the tectonic plates move, new mountains will be formed, causing fault lines to become more active. The collision will also lead to other geological structures, such as entire subduction zones. This will spawn earthquakes and volcanic eruptions and change the landscape as we know it. The continents today were once part of Pangea, a supercontinent that existed around 335 to 175 million years ago. Approximately 200 million years ago, it started breaking up, and different masses of land were set in motion. That's how we got the seven continents and five oceans we know of today. Li says this process continues over the lifetime of Earth, as the planet "evolves in a cyclic pattern, where the continents move apart and now are moving back together."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ring-of-fire-number-of-volcanoes-eruptions-antarctica-timeline-russia-earthquake-1754365414041">425 volcanoes, two years: Ring of Fire can become a blazing string of lava very soon</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/when-will-alien-invasion-on-earth-happen-spacecraft-ship-probe-1754106497174">Scientist reveals HOW and WHEN alien 'mothership' could attack Earth, warns governments to take action</a>&nbsp;<h2>A new ring of fire will form with Amasia</h2>Even though Australia is moving only about seven centimetres a year, when calculated over millions of years, it amounts to massive proportions. When it finally smashes into Asia, the result will be a new continent named Amasia. Yes, this is how sure geologists are of this happening that they already have a name for it. When this happens, a new “ring of fire” will be formed around the new supercontinent, Li says. The new borders from the collision will witness intense volcanic activity. While the borders will be burning, the environment inside will be very different from what it is today. Ecosystems will change, and the climate will also be very different, as vast areas will become dry. The wildlife found exclusively in Australia also faces a threat, as koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and platypus will come face to face with predators they have never had to stave off.&nbsp;

One of the continents on Earth is moving, drifting towards another and will collide with it. This would lead to the formation of a new supercontinent, which would lead to chaos everywhere. Earthquakes will be triggered and volcanoes will erupt when the violence ensues.

Scientists have flagged that in the coming years, two continents - Asia and Australia - will crash into each other, creating a new supercontinent. This is not a theoretical phenomenon, and the continent is already on the move. According to Curtin University’s Professor Zheng-Xiang Li, Australia is moving northward at a rate of approximately 7 centimetres each year. This would have a huge impact on the planet, affecting the ecological system, geography and weather patterns. Earthquakes will shape the world, and volcanoes will erupt, with lava covering large landmasses. Over millions of years, it would collide with Asia, creating a new supercontinent, which already has a name. Australian wildlife would also no longer remain the same, as its animals that have evolved in isolation will be threatened by other predators. Li says that this motion is not unexpected and is the result of tectonic plate motion. Ever since Australia separated from Antarctica about 80 million years ago, it has not stopped and continues to move upwards. Pretty soon, it will collide with Southeast Asia, and several geological forces will come into play. It would not be a peaceful transition, but a violent event that will change the face of the Earth. Also Read: Antarctica has fallen! Bizarre theories about ice wall and alien tombs swirl on social media Also Read: Earth witnesses its third shortest day in a month as experts warn a catastrophe could be unfolding From Pangea to another supercontinent - Earth is following a cycle of life As the tectonic plates move, new mountains will be formed, causing fault lines to become more active. The collision will also lead to other geological structures, such as entire subduction zones. This will spawn earthquakes and volcanic eruptions and change the landscape as we know it. The continents today were once part of Pangea, a supercontinent that existed around 335 to 175 million years ago. Approximately 200 million years ago, it started breaking up, and different masses of land were set in motion. That's how we got the seven continents and five oceans we know of today. Li says this process continues over the lifetime of Earth, as the planet "evolves in a cyclic pattern, where the continents move apart and now are moving back together." Also Read: 425 volcanoes, two years: Ring of Fire can become a blazing string of lava very soon Also Read: Scientist reveals HOW and WHEN alien 'mothership' could attack Earth, warns governments to take action A new ring of fire will form with Amasia Even though Australia is moving only about seven centimetres a year, when calculated over millions of years, it amounts to massive proportions. When it finally smashes into Asia, the result will be a new continent named Amasia. Yes, this is how sure geologists are of this happening that they already have a name for it. When this happens, a new “ring of fire” will be formed around the new supercontinent, Li says. The new borders from the collision will witness intense volcanic activity. While the borders will be burning, the environment inside will be very different from what it is today. Ecosystems will change, and the climate will also be very different, as vast areas will become dry. The wildlife found exclusively in Australia also faces a threat, as koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and platypus will come face to face with predators they have never had to stave off.

One of Earth's continents is moving, drifting towards another and will collide with it. This would lead to the formation of a new supercontinent, which would lead to chaos everywhere. Earthquakes will be triggered and volcanoes will erupt when the violence ensues.

From Pangea to brutal Amasia: Earth stares at its next mega continental mash-up

Millions of years ago, the solar system may have passed through a cold, dense region of space capable of reshaping Earth’s climate. A 2024 study published in Nature Astronomy proposes that the Sun and planets entered a compact interstellar gas cloud, part of the Local Ribbon of Cold Clouds, with particle densities more than 1,000 times higher than the solar system’s current environment. This encounter could have drastically compressed the heliosphere, the vast bubble of solar wind that normally shields the planets from interstellar radiation.&nbsp;Geological traces of the isotopes iron-60 and plutonium-244, found in Antarctic snow, deep-ocean sediments, Moon samples, and ice cores, suggest that matter from deep space reached Earth during this period. These isotopes are produced in supernova explosions and neutron star mergers, strengthening the case for a cosmic intrusion.<h2>The heliosphere’s role as Earth’s outermost shield</h2>&nbsp;The heliosphere is created by the constant outflow of charged particles from the Sun, stretching far beyond Pluto’s orbit and typically extending three times farther still. According to NASA, it acts as the solar system’s first line of defence against the interstellar medium (ISM), blocking a significant fraction of high-energy cosmic rays. Earth’s own magnetosphere then provides additional protection, preventing the erosion of the atmosphere and reducing the planet’s radiation exposure.&nbsp;Today, the solar system sits within the Local Bubble, a region about 1,000 light-years wide containing just 0.001 particles per cubic centimetre, far less than the galactic average of 0.1. The cold cloud encountered millions of years ago, however, may have contained more than 1,000 particles per cubic centimetre, overwhelming the heliosphere’s protective reach and allowing interstellar dust and energetic particles to enter the inner solar system largely unimpeded.&nbsp;<h2>Climate consequences and the long-term view</h2>&nbsp;If the heliosphere contracted within or even inside Earth’s orbit, our planet would have been directly exposed to denser interstellar material. Models suggest this could have altered atmospheric chemistry, depleted ozone in the mid-atmosphere, and triggered global cooling. Such conditions might have persisted for hundreds of years to over a million, influencing climate patterns and potentially shaping human evolution.&nbsp;As Boston University space physicist Merav Opher notes, this is the first quantitative evidence that the Sun’s interaction with an external object could have affected Earth’s climate. Once the solar system emerged from the cloud, the heliosphere would have expanded again, restoring its full protective range. Scientists estimate that another such encounter could occur within the next million years.

A study published in Nature Astronomy proposes that the Sun and planets entered a compact interstellar gas cloud, part of the Local Ribbon of Cold Clouds, with particle densities more than 1,000 times higher than the solar system’s current environment. 

Millions of years ago, the solar system may have passed through a cold, dense region of space capable of reshaping Earth’s climate. A 2024 study published in Nature Astronomy proposes that the Sun and planets entered a compact interstellar gas cloud, part of the Local Ribbon of Cold Clouds, with particle densities more than 1,000 times higher than the solar system’s current environment. This encounter could have drastically compressed the heliosphere, the vast bubble of solar wind that normally shields the planets from interstellar radiation. Geological traces of the isotopes iron-60 and plutonium-244, found in Antarctic snow, deep-ocean sediments, Moon samples, and ice cores, suggest that matter from deep space reached Earth during this period. These isotopes are produced in supernova explosions and neutron star mergers, strengthening the case for a cosmic intrusion. The heliosphere’s role as Earth’s outermost shield The heliosphere is created by the constant outflow of charged particles from the Sun, stretching far beyond Pluto’s orbit and typically extending three times farther still. According to NASA, it acts as the solar system’s first line of defence against the interstellar medium (ISM), blocking a significant fraction of high-energy cosmic rays. Earth’s own magnetosphere then provides additional protection, preventing the erosion of the atmosphere and reducing the planet’s radiation exposure. Today, the solar system sits within the Local Bubble, a region about 1,000 light-years wide containing just 0.001 particles per cubic centimetre, far less than the galactic average of 0.1. The cold cloud encountered millions of years ago, however, may have contained more than 1,000 particles per cubic centimetre, overwhelming the heliosphere’s protective reach and allowing interstellar dust and energetic particles to enter the inner solar system largely unimpeded. Climate consequences and the long-term view If the heliosphere contracted within or even inside Earth’s orbit, our planet would have been directly exposed to denser interstellar material. Models suggest this could have altered atmospheric chemistry, depleted ozone in the mid-atmosphere, and triggered global cooling. Such conditions might have persisted for hundreds of years to over a million, influencing climate patterns and potentially shaping human evolution. As Boston University space physicist Merav Opher notes, this is the first quantitative evidence that the Sun’s interaction with an external object could have affected Earth’s climate. Once the solar system emerged from the cloud, the heliosphere would have expanded again, restoring its full protective range. Scientists estimate that another such encounter could occur within the next million years.

A study published in Nature Astronomy proposes that the Sun and planets entered a compact interstellar gas cloud, part of the Local Ribbon of Cold Clouds, with particle densities more than 1,000 times higher than the solar system’s current environment.&nbsp;

Earth’s climate was shaped for millions of years by an interstellar cloud? Here’s what scientists have to say

Once reliant on foreign aid but now leading globally, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch a 6,500 kg US-based communication satellite, the Block-2 BlueBird (BlueBird 2), in the next couple of months, the chairman of the space agency, V. Narayanan, said on Sunday. The development comes after the launch of the NISAR satellite, the world’s costliest Earth observation mission in collaboration with NASA.&nbsp;While speaking at an event near Chennai, V. Narayanan stated that this mission will follow the historic launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission onboard a GSLV-F16 rocket on July 30. “In another couple of months, a country that received a tiny rocket from the United States, is going to launch a 6,500 kg communication satellite built by the America using our own launcher from Indian soil. What a significant growth it is,” he said, TOI reported.<h3>What is the US's BlueBird 2 satellite?</h3>Block-2 BlueBird, developed by the US-based company AST SpaceMobile, is a next-generation satellite that is built to revolutionise global connectivity. As per V. Narayanan, this satellite has large communication range measuring up to 2,400 sq ft. Block-2 BlueBird is specially designed with an aim to achieve a data transmission speed of up to 12 Mbps, prompting hassle-free voice, data, and video communication for end users. Interestingly, this satellite will also facilitate direct-to-smartphone broadband connectivity, without the need for specialised terminals.&nbsp;India will receive this next-generation satellite in September, and it will be launched from the Sriharikota spaceport aboard the heaviest rocket in ISRO’s fleet, the LMV-3-M5. The interesting part of the Block-2 BlueBird satellite is that it uses AST &amp; Science’s patented technologies to connect directly to cellphones in the space environment for the SpaceMobile Constellation.&nbsp;The satellite features a 64.38 sq m communication array, enabling direct mobile connectivity through 3GPP-standard frequencies. It has forged partnerships with leading telecom operators worldwide.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/top-10-space-missions-of-2025-and-beyond-1751524325156">From NASA to ISRO: Who’s exploring what? Here are the top 10 space missions of 2025 and beyond</a><h3>NASA's foreign aid to global leader</h3>Narayanan recalled that when ISRO was established in 1963, India lagged six to seven years behind advanced spacefaring countries. That same year, the United States donated a tiny rocket, marking the beginning of the Indian Space Programme. "It was on November 21, 1963," he said.&nbsp;He added that leveraging satellite data given by the US in 1975, ISRO showcased 'mass communication' by installing 2,400 television sets across 2,400 villages of 6 Indian states.&nbsp;"From that (kind of humble beginnings), the 30th of July was a historical day for the Indian space programme. We have launched the NISAR satellite. The costliest satellite ever built in the world. The L Band SAR payload from the USA and S Band payload provided by ISRO. The satellite was placed in orbit precisely by Indian launcher (GSLV). And today, we are shoulder to shoulder with advanced countries," Narayanan remarked.&nbsp;Narayanan also reiterated ISRO’s commitment to completing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, India’s own space station, by 2035. The 52-tonne facility will be set up in five modules, with the first module likely to be placed in orbit in 2028.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

After the NISAR mission, ISRO is set to launch a 6,500 kg US-based communication satellite, the Block-2 BlueBird (BlueBird 2), in the next couple of months. This is a next-generation satellite that is built to revolutionise global connectivity.

Once reliant on foreign aid but now leading globally, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch a 6,500 kg US-based communication satellite, the Block-2 BlueBird (BlueBird 2), in the next couple of months, the chairman of the space agency, V. Narayanan, said on Sunday. The development comes after the launch of the NISAR satellite, the world’s costliest Earth observation mission in collaboration with NASA. While speaking at an event near Chennai, V. Narayanan stated that this mission will follow the historic launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission onboard a GSLV-F16 rocket on July 30. “In another couple of months, a country that received a tiny rocket from the United States, is going to launch a 6,500 kg communication satellite built by the America using our own launcher from Indian soil. What a significant growth it is,” he said, TOI reported. What is the US's BlueBird 2 satellite? Block-2 BlueBird, developed by the US-based company AST SpaceMobile, is a next-generation satellite that is built to revolutionise global connectivity. As per V. Narayanan, this satellite has large communication range measuring up to 2,400 sq ft. Block-2 BlueBird is specially designed with an aim to achieve a data transmission speed of up to 12 Mbps, prompting hassle-free voice, data, and video communication for end users. Interestingly, this satellite will also facilitate direct-to-smartphone broadband connectivity, without the need for specialised terminals. India will receive this next-generation satellite in September, and it will be launched from the Sriharikota spaceport aboard the heaviest rocket in ISRO’s fleet, the LMV-3-M5. The interesting part of the Block-2 BlueBird satellite is that it uses AST & Science’s patented technologies to connect directly to cellphones in the space environment for the SpaceMobile Constellation. The satellite features a 64.38 sq m communication array, enabling direct mobile connectivity through 3GPP-standard frequencies. It has forged partnerships with leading telecom operators worldwide. Also read: From NASA to ISRO: Who’s exploring what? Here are the top 10 space missions of 2025 and beyond NASA's foreign aid to global leader Narayanan recalled that when ISRO was established in 1963, India lagged six to seven years behind advanced spacefaring countries. That same year, the United States donated a tiny rocket, marking the beginning of the Indian Space Programme. "It was on November 21, 1963," he said. He added that leveraging satellite data given by the US in 1975, ISRO showcased 'mass communication' by installing 2,400 television sets across 2,400 villages of 6 Indian states. "From that (kind of humble beginnings), the 30th of July was a historical day for the Indian space programme. We have launched the NISAR satellite. The costliest satellite ever built in the world. The L Band SAR payload from the USA and S Band payload provided by ISRO. The satellite was placed in orbit precisely by Indian launcher (GSLV). And today, we are shoulder to shoulder with advanced countries," Narayanan remarked. Narayanan also reiterated ISRO’s commitment to completing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, India’s own space station, by 2035. The 52-tonne facility will be set up in five modules, with the first module likely to be placed in orbit in 2028.

After the NISAR mission, ISRO is set to launch a 6,500 kg US-based communication satellite, the Block-2 BlueBird (BlueBird 2), in the next couple of months. This is a next-generation satellite that is built to revolutionise global connectivity.

What is Block-2 BlueBird? US-based satellite to be launched by ISRO using India’s heaviest rocket

The headless chicken monster, a deep burgundy coloured sea creature, looks for dead plankton and their poop to feed on. It is also known as the headless chicken fish and the Spanish dancer. It has a bright red colour and is hard to study because it is extremely fragile. 

The "headless chicken monster", a deep burgundy coloured sea creature, looks for dead plankton and their poop to feed on. It is also known as the “headless chicken fish” and the “Spanish dancer”. It has a bright red colour and is hard to study because it is extremely fragile.&nbsp;

Burgundy and bizarre: Deep-sea creature looks like a roast chicken and eats poop

Four crew members who travelled to the International Space Station (ISS) in March 2025 to take over from two astronauts who were left stranded by a beleaguered space capsule returned to Earth on Saturday. The NASA astronauts, including Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, along with Takuya Onishi of Japan and Kirill Peskov of Russia, landed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California at 11:33 a.m. ET aboard a SpaceX capsule.&nbsp;This mission was NASA's first Pacific splashdown in 50 years and SpaceX's third with people on board. The last time NASA astronauts landed in the Pacific Ocean was in 1975 during the Apollo-Soyuz mission, which was the first joint spaceflight between the United States and the Soviet Union.&nbsp;“Splashdown! Crew-10 is back on Earth from the International Space Station, marking the completion of another successful flight,” said NASA acting administrator Sean Duffy. “Our crew missions are the building blocks for long-duration, human exploration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. NASA is leading the way by setting a bold vision for exploration where we have a thriving space industry supporting private space stations in low Earth orbit, as well as humans exploring the Moon and Mars.”<h3>What is NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 mission?</h3>SpaceX Crew-10 is NASA's 10th crew rotation mission under the Commercial Crew Program and its 11th flight with astronauts, including the Demo-2 test flight to the International Space Station. During the mission, four crew members were included and were launched from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on March 24, 2025.&nbsp;The 5-month mission of Crew-10 conducted over 200 scientific experiments and technology demonstrations ranging from material flammability tests and lunar navigation trials to monitoring the physiological effects of spaceflight.<h3>Where did SpaceX splash down?</h3>NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 landed off the coast of San Diego, California, on Saturday at 11:33 a.m. EDT, carrying NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov.&nbsp;

The SpaceX Crew-10 mission of NASA was its first Pacific splashdown in 50 years and SpaceX's third with people on board. The last time NASA astronauts splashed down in the Pacific Ocean was during the Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975.

Four crew members who travelled to the International Space Station (ISS) in March 2025 to take over from two astronauts who were left stranded by a beleaguered space capsule returned to Earth on Saturday. The NASA astronauts, including Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, along with Takuya Onishi of Japan and Kirill Peskov of Russia, landed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California at 11:33 a.m. ET aboard a SpaceX capsule. This mission was NASA's first Pacific splashdown in 50 years and SpaceX's third with people on board. The last time NASA astronauts landed in the Pacific Ocean was in 1975 during the Apollo-Soyuz mission, which was the first joint spaceflight between the United States and the Soviet Union. “Splashdown! Crew-10 is back on Earth from the International Space Station, marking the completion of another successful flight,” said NASA acting administrator Sean Duffy. “Our crew missions are the building blocks for long-duration, human exploration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. NASA is leading the way by setting a bold vision for exploration where we have a thriving space industry supporting private space stations in low Earth orbit, as well as humans exploring the Moon and Mars.” What is NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 mission? SpaceX Crew-10 is NASA's 10th crew rotation mission under the Commercial Crew Program and its 11th flight with astronauts, including the Demo-2 test flight to the International Space Station. During the mission, four crew members were included and were launched from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on March 24, 2025. The 5-month mission of Crew-10 conducted over 200 scientific experiments and technology demonstrations ranging from material flammability tests and lunar navigation trials to monitoring the physiological effects of spaceflight. Where did SpaceX splash down? NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 landed off the coast of San Diego, California, on Saturday at 11:33 a.m. EDT, carrying NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov.

The SpaceX Crew-10 mission of NASA was its first Pacific splashdown in 50 years and SpaceX's third with people on board. The last time NASA astronauts splashed down in the Pacific Ocean was during the Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975.

What is NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 mission? Four Astronauts splash down in Pacific after 5-month ISS mission

Russia is set to conduct a potentially dangerous test for the Burevestnik missile, also known as the SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO. This is significant because this is the only known nuclear-powered missile and a speculative or experimental concept. Some analysts called it a ‘flying Chernobyl’. &nbsp;The United States also had a nuclear-powered missile called SLAM or Supersonic Low Altitude Missile system in the 1950s. But it was later discontinued due to being extremely dangerous.Russian Authorities have shut down a 500-kilometre airspace corridor near Novaya Zemlya from August 7 to August 12, covering more than 40000 square km. Images from the satellites suggest intense weeks of preparation at the Pankovo test site. The Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom has deployed ships to the Barents Sea and aircraft to the nearby Rogachevo air base. This is the site where Russia have tested nuclear weapons and technology since 1950, according to <a href="https://www.thebarentsobserver.com/security/rosatom-may-test-reactorpowered-missile-over-the-next-few-days/434546">Barents Observer</a>.&nbsp;Burevetshnik has a theoretically unlimited range owing to the onboard nuclear reactor, and has been seen as President Vladimir Putin's most controversial nuclear weapon project. It can be equipped with both conventional and nuclear warheads. Burevetshnik, also known as Skyfall, can evade current missile defence systems. One potential drawback claimed by experts is its Subsonic speed, which hampers its stealth ability. It can fly at low altitude for longer distances and circumnavigate the globe, evading radar detection. But due to its slow speed, it might be prone to interception.&nbsp;The missile had been under development since 2010 and tested since 2017, with 13 tests showing mixed results, only two being positive. Notably, in 2019, during one test, the missile crashed in the White Sea, killing several scientists and releasing radiation. Experts warn that the test has the potential to scatter radioactive material across vast distances. Norwegian authorities, whose Finnmark region lies less than 1,000 kilometres from the test site, have voiced concern. The US has deployed its WC-135R ‘nuke sniffer’ aircraft to trace radioactivity in the region. Earlier in 2025, the United States decided to start its Golden Dome Project, which is a multi-layer defence system aimed at countering ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles. A global arms race is on, with the new START treaty between the US and Russia set to expire by 2026."The Burevestnik is not a wonder weapon, and the challenges it poses for NATO security are neither new nor unmanageable," said Decker Eveleth from CNA Research Group. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Russia has declared a NOTAM from August  7-12 in the region, and it is preparing for another test for nuclear-powered, radar-evading, unlimited-range, Burevestnik aka SKYFALL missiles. There are concerns about accidents and radioactive emissions.

Russia is set to conduct a potentially dangerous test for the Burevestnik missile, also known as the SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO. This is significant because this is the only known nuclear-powered missile and a speculative or experimental concept. Some analysts called it a ‘flying Chernobyl’. The United States also had a nuclear-powered missile called SLAM or Supersonic Low Altitude Missile system in the 1950s. But it was later discontinued due to being extremely dangerous. Russian Authorities have shut down a 500-kilometre airspace corridor near Novaya Zemlya from August 7 to August 12, covering more than 40000 square km. Images from the satellites suggest intense weeks of preparation at the Pankovo test site. The Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom has deployed ships to the Barents Sea and aircraft to the nearby Rogachevo air base. This is the site where Russia have tested nuclear weapons and technology since 1950, according to Barents Observer. Burevetshnik has a theoretically unlimited range owing to the onboard nuclear reactor, and has been seen as President Vladimir Putin's most controversial nuclear weapon project. It can be equipped with both conventional and nuclear warheads. Burevetshnik, also known as Skyfall, can evade current missile defence systems. One potential drawback claimed by experts is its Subsonic speed, which hampers its stealth ability. It can fly at low altitude for longer distances and circumnavigate the globe, evading radar detection. But due to its slow speed, it might be prone to interception. The missile had been under development since 2010 and tested since 2017, with 13 tests showing mixed results, only two being positive. Notably, in 2019, during one test, the missile crashed in the White Sea, killing several scientists and releasing radiation. Experts warn that the test has the potential to scatter radioactive material across vast distances. Norwegian authorities, whose Finnmark region lies less than 1,000 kilometres from the test site, have voiced concern. The US has deployed its WC-135R ‘nuke sniffer’ aircraft to trace radioactivity in the region. Earlier in 2025, the United States decided to start its Golden Dome Project, which is a multi-layer defence system aimed at countering ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles. A global arms race is on, with the new START treaty between the US and Russia set to expire by 2026. "The Burevestnik is not a wonder weapon, and the challenges it poses for NATO security are neither new nor unmanageable," said Decker Eveleth from CNA Research Group.

Russia has declared a NOTAM from August &nbsp;7-12 in the region, and it is preparing for another test for nuclear-powered, radar-evading, unlimited-range, Burevestnik aka SKYFALL missiles. There are concerns about accidents and radioactive emissions.

Russia's nuclear-powered, radar-evading, unlimited-range, Burevestnik aka SKYFALL missile test spark fear of radioactive emission in arctic

From Russia’s deadly RS-28 Sarmat to France's M51, several countries have developed long-range ballistic missiles with a range of more than 5000 km to protect themselves if an intercontinental war occurs. So, let's have a look at the top seven longest-range missiles in the world.

From Russia’s deadly RS-28 Sarmat to France's M51, several countries have developed long-range ballistic missiles with a range of more than 5000 km to protect themselves if an intercontinental war occurs. So, let's have a look at the top seven longest-range missiles in the world.

From M51 to RS-28 Sarmat: World’s 7 longest-range missiles that can hit targets more than 5,000 km away

A scientist wants to send a probe to a black hole, although he knows that his idea cannot be put into force right now since it is based on a technology that doesn't exist. He has come up with a plan to send a spacecraft right into the heart of a black hole to study these mysterious giants hogging our universe. It involves building the tiniest spaceship, no bigger than a paper clip, with lasers pushing it through space almost at the speed of light. Humans have not been able to build anything that can move at such speeds. Although Professor Cosimo Bambi, of Fudan University in Shanghai, is hopeful that this can be done in the future. He told Daily Mail that it is fully possible to develop this technology, all it needs is "time, money, and motivation." His ambitious project would come at a huge cost, as the lasers alone would require more than $1 trillion. He has published his proposal in the journal iScience, in which he argues that sending a spacecraft directly into the heart of a black hole could reveal secrets about the fabric of spacetime.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/baba-vanga-predicted-alien-contact-in-2025-interstellar-spaceship-comet-solar-system-1754538939635">Baba Vanga Predicted Alien Contact In 2025. Is Interstellar 'Mothership' Hurtling Towards Earth Them Reaching Out?</a><h2>Nanocraft can steer right through a black hole</h2>For the experiment, scientists need to identify a black hole located at a distance that can realistically be covered by a man-made spacecraft. For the probe itself, Bambi advocates building a nanocraft. As the name suggests, it would be much smaller than traditional spacecraft that burn fuel and are quite big to reach anywhere near the speed of light. The nanocraft would be nothing but a small chip stuck to a large sail, which would be blasted off from Earth with the help of lasers, with photons that will accelerate the craft to a third of the speed of light. The problems with his plan are plenty, but the biggest one is finding a black hole we can practically visit. He says that such a black hole should exist within 20-25 light-years from the Solar System. Travelling at that speed, the nanocraft will take 70-80 years to reach it, and about 20-25 years for the data to reach Earth.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/two-years-apart-supermassive-black-hole-seen-eating-the-same-unlucky-star-twice-1754133922155">Two years apart, supermassive black hole seen eating the same unlucky star twice</a><h2>Problems with finding a black hole close to Earth</h2>Another problem is the cost of the mission. He admits that, based on the current technology, it would cost one trillion GBP, "so it is definitely beyond the budget of any scientific experiment." However, he cites the trend of the past 20 years and the future economic environment to state that this amount would reduce to around $1 billion in 20-30 years. The total timeline from the launch to getting the data from it is 100 years. Considering that the nano technology needed doesn't even exist today, it cannot even be put into action until it becomes a reality. But everything still boils down to finding a black hole that is near us. "If the distance of the closest black hole exceeds 40-50 light years, I am afraid we have to give up," Bambi says. The closest black hole to Earth is Gaia-BH1, which is 1,560 light-years away.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/universe-biggest-black-hole-is-so-monstrous-that-it-can-fit-36-billion-suns-1754645711409">Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/james-webb-discovers-oldest-black-hole-in-the-universe-1754652420362">'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole</a>&nbsp;Black holes are a cosmic mystery. All we know about them is that their gravitational force is the strongest one seen in the entire universe. No one knows what lies inside them. Bambi says if humans succeed in detecting a black hole closer home in the next 5-10 years, then the world should just go for it and send a probe deep inside. It will be the perfect laboratory to test Einstein's theory of general relativity.

A scientist from Shanghai wants to send a spacecraft into a black hole to learn what lies at the heart of it. But there are several hurdles to his plans, but he is still hopeful that humans can send a probe to a black hole in the coming years.  

A scientist wants to send a probe to a black hole, although he knows that his idea cannot be put into force right now since it is based on a technology that doesn't exist. He has come up with a plan to send a spacecraft right into the heart of a black hole to study these mysterious giants hogging our universe. It involves building the tiniest spaceship, no bigger than a paper clip, with lasers pushing it through space almost at the speed of light. Humans have not been able to build anything that can move at such speeds. Although Professor Cosimo Bambi, of Fudan University in Shanghai, is hopeful that this can be done in the future. He told Daily Mail that it is fully possible to develop this technology, all it needs is "time, money, and motivation." His ambitious project would come at a huge cost, as the lasers alone would require more than $1 trillion. He has published his proposal in the journal iScience, in which he argues that sending a spacecraft directly into the heart of a black hole could reveal secrets about the fabric of spacetime. Also Read: Baba Vanga Predicted Alien Contact In 2025. Is Interstellar 'Mothership' Hurtling Towards Earth Them Reaching Out? Nanocraft can steer right through a black hole For the experiment, scientists need to identify a black hole located at a distance that can realistically be covered by a man-made spacecraft. For the probe itself, Bambi advocates building a nanocraft. As the name suggests, it would be much smaller than traditional spacecraft that burn fuel and are quite big to reach anywhere near the speed of light. The nanocraft would be nothing but a small chip stuck to a large sail, which would be blasted off from Earth with the help of lasers, with photons that will accelerate the craft to a third of the speed of light. The problems with his plan are plenty, but the biggest one is finding a black hole we can practically visit. He says that such a black hole should exist within 20-25 light-years from the Solar System. Travelling at that speed, the nanocraft will take 70-80 years to reach it, and about 20-25 years for the data to reach Earth. Also Read: Two years apart, supermassive black hole seen eating the same unlucky star twice Problems with finding a black hole close to Earth Another problem is the cost of the mission. He admits that, based on the current technology, it would cost one trillion GBP, "so it is definitely beyond the budget of any scientific experiment." However, he cites the trend of the past 20 years and the future economic environment to state that this amount would reduce to around $1 billion in 20-30 years. The total timeline from the launch to getting the data from it is 100 years. Considering that the nano technology needed doesn't even exist today, it cannot even be put into action until it becomes a reality. But everything still boils down to finding a black hole that is near us. "If the distance of the closest black hole exceeds 40-50 light years, I am afraid we have to give up," Bambi says. The closest black hole to Earth is Gaia-BH1, which is 1,560 light-years away. Also Read: Universe's biggest black hole is so monstrous that it can fit 36 billion Suns Also Read: 'A dead ringer': James Webb discovers universe's oldest black hole Black holes are a cosmic mystery. All we know about them is that their gravitational force is the strongest one seen in the entire universe. No one knows what lies inside them. Bambi says if humans succeed in detecting a black hole closer home in the next 5-10 years, then the world should just go for it and send a probe deep inside. It will be the perfect laboratory to test Einstein's theory of general relativity.

A scientist from Shanghai wants to send a spacecraft into a black hole to learn what lies at the heart of it. But there are several hurdles to his plans, but he is still hopeful that humans can send a probe to a black hole in the coming years. &nbsp;

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