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In 1958, the US planned to detonate a nuclear bomb on the Moon. Why project A119 never happened

The US considered detonating a nuclear bomb on the Moon after Sputnik's launch. Project A119 aimed to demonstrate American power and prestige to the Soviet Union. Physicist Leonard Reiffel led the study, with Carl Sagan modeling the detonation's effects. The plan was scrapped due to risks and a shift towards…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Who is The Battersby? UK TikToker sends late dog Oscar’s ashes to ‘edge of space’ in emotional tribute

A UK TikTok creator fulfilled a promise to his late French Bulldog, Oscar. He sent a portion of Oscar's ashes towards the edge of space using a balloon. The emotional footage, shared on TikTok, has garnered millions of views and significant attention. This unusual farewell resonated deeply with pet owners…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Why the Kumamoto earthquake is unusual compared to most tremors that hit Japan

Death toll is higher for such a shallow quake as it struck closer to population centres, seismologists say

The Independent UK · Jul 29

UFO Whistleblower Claims Humans Are Sharing Earth With Another Intelligent Species Hidden From the Public

UFO whistleblower Matthew Brown claims humans share Earth with another intelligent species, alleging that groundbreaking technologies are being withheld and whistleblowers face intimidation.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Betelgeuse has a companion star, Siwarha. Astronomers confirm the dying red giant isn't alone. Here's what it means

Betelgeuse's companion star discovered explained its variable brightness. Astronomers have confirmed Betelgeuse, a famous night sky star, has a hidden companion. This small, hot star, named Siwarha, has been orbiting Betelgeuse for generations. Using advanced telescopes, scientists captured the sharpest image of Siwarha, confirming its existence. Siwarha's presence may influence…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

‘Race against time’: Japan earthquake death toll rises as rescue teams search for missing

Military mobilises thousands of personnel after quake on southern Kyushu island that registered a maximum 7 on the Japanese shindo intensity scale

The Guardian - AU · Jul 29

Japan earthquake: 13 dead, several missing after powerful tremors hit the country

An earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto region has resulted in the loss of 13 lives. The tremor brought significant destruction to a shopping mall and factory, with many individuals reported injured and some unaccounted for. Rescue teams, supported by military personnel, are currently assessing the situation. Meanwhile, power disruptions have occurred,…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

A strange string of a dozen galaxies keeps surprising astronomers with its missing dark matter

Astronomers have discovered a third galaxy without dark matter in a strange string of a dozen dwarf galaxies. A violent collision is likely to blame.

LiveScience · Jul 28

How to play the Halo games in order: chronologically and by release date

A full breakdown of how to play the Halo games in order, both chronologically and by release date years

GamesRadar · Jul 28

Dozens feared trapped in quake-hit Japan mall

TOKYO - Dozens of people were feared trapped in a shopping mall in Japan on Tuesday after a major earthquake toppled buildings, sparked fires and reportedly killed one person and injured more than 100.

Bangkok Post · Jul 28