ISRO on Monday successfully launched its maiden X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite that would offer several insights into celestial objects like black holes. ISRO’s ever reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) in its C58 mission, placed the primary X-Ray Polarimeter satellite XPoSat into a 650 km Low Earth Orbit as intended after lifting off at the pre-fixed
Britain is reportedly considering air strikes on Houthi rebels after the US Navy sank three boats that had been targeting a container ship in the Red Sea. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said the government would not hesitate to take “direct action” to prevent further attacks on shipping. It comes after the US military said four
A US woman accused of killing two of her children before disappearing has been arrested in the UK, according to police. Kimberlee Singler was taken into custody without incident, Colorado Springs police said on Sunday. In a statement, reported by Sky News’ sister organisation NBC News, police said: “Detectives with the Colorado Springs Police Department’s
From stars like The Beatles to Ed Sheeran, it is where they began. UK grassroots music venues have provided a platform to young music talent for decades. But these small, independent spaces are now closing at the rate of one per week. “Around 93% of UK grassroots music venues have got a private landlord,” says
ESPN News Services Dec 31, 2023, 08:23 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Patrick Cantlay revealed in an interview that his representatives met with LIV Golf at least once in 2023, but he has “no plans” on leaving the PGA Tour. “It’s a personal calculation based on your values, your priorities, et cetera,” Cantlay told Golf
In this article BTC.CM= Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Filip Radwanski | Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Bitcoin had a huge rally in 2023, with the digital currency up some 152% for the year. And a number of commentators CNBC spoke to — both inside and outside of the cryptocurrency industry —
ESPN News Services Dec 31, 2023, 05:23 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon returned to practice on Sunday after sustaining lacerations to his face and right shooting hand when he was bitten by a family dog on Christmas. He told The Denver Post that he feels ready to play in Monday’s
The Tesla Cybertruck, Tesla’s first vehicle to fully utilize its larger 4680-format cell, has been out for about a month now. But with only limited quantities on the road in the public’s hands, there have still been a lot of questions about the vehicle. Now we’ve got an answer to one of the most important
Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior WriterDec 31, 2023, 11:57 AM ET Close ESPN NFL Insider Joined ESPN in 2009 Former president of the Pro Football Writers of America and the author of four books Open Extended Reactions A missed call late in Saturday night’s game between the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys led to an even
Denmark’s queen has unexpectedly announced her abdication in her traditional New Year’s Eve speech. Margrethe II will formally step down from the throne on 14 January – exactly 52 years to the day of her ascension to the throne in 1972. She will be succeeded by her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik. This breaking news
The prospect of at least one conviction of Donald Trump in 2024 is “extremely high”, a former federal prosecutor has told Sky News. Glenn Kirschner, a US attorney with 30 years of trial experience, spoke as he assessed the former president’s year ahead in court. Mr Kirschner, a legal analyst for NBC/MSNBC News, said he
It’s been a tumultuous year for Hollywood – from the highs of Barbenheimer to the lows of the strikes. The double-whammy of industrial action waged by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA shuttered production for months. Although it’s back to business, it’s far from back to normal. The stoppage has already led to
A British buyout firm is hoping to triumph in a two-way battle for Princes Foods, one of Britain’s biggest tinned produce manufacturers. Sky News understands that Epiris wants to secure a deal to buy Princes within days. Epiris has been bidding against Italy’s Newlat in recent weeks, with both said to remain in the running.
Jake Michaels, ESPN Senior WriterDec 31, 2023, 04:59 AM ET Close Jake Michaels is a Melbourne-based sports writer who covers everything from Aussie Rules to Formula One, basketball to boxing. He has been with ESPN for 10 years and works as a Senior Writer, covering sport in Australia and around the world. Open Extended Reactions
The Liberal Democrats have called for an inquiry into whether Rishi Sunak breached the ministerial code by holding secret meetings with Dominic Cummings. The Times reported on Sunday that the prime minister had held two sets of talks with the former chief adviser to Boris Johnson as he considered bringing the controversial figure back into
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The family of a British mother and son killed by an avalanche on Mont Blanc in France have said they are “beyond heartbroken” following the “tragic accident”. Kate Vokes, 54, and her 22-year-old son Archie were found dead under snow by mountain rescuers around Saint-Gervais, a resort near Chamonix in the French Alps, on Thursday
Eurostar trains are set to resume this morning after “unprecedented” flooding in a tunnel brought chaos for thousands. The company said all services would run to Paris, Brussels, London and Amsterdam – but warned there could still be delays and packed stations. Southeastern and Thameslink rail are also predicting serious disruption. Travellers were stranded yesterday
David Hale, ESPN Staff WriterDec 30, 2023, 09:40 PM ET Close ACC reporter. Joined ESPN in 2012. Graduate of the University of Delaware. Open Extended Reactions MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The two top-ranked teams outside the College Football Playoff faced off in the Capital One Orange Bowl, but only sixth-ranked Georgia looked the part Saturday
Paula Abdul has accused former American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexually assaulting her when she was a judge on the show. The singer’s lawsuit also accuses him of another assault, years later, when she worked on So You Think You Can Dance. Lythgoe denied the accusations and said he is “shocked and saddened”. Abdul