Summary and Key Points: On November 8, 2008, the K-152 Nerpa, a Russian Akula-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, experienced a tragic disaster during sea trials in the Sea of Japan.
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Article – Bill Bennett Do Kiwis pay too much for broadband? There’s more to this question than meets the eye. NZ Compare published a press release saying New Zealand broadband prices rate in 128th place out of 223 nations. It asks “Do Kiwis pay too much?” NZ Compare uses data from a survey by UK-based […]
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Ten countries have signed the Artemis Accords so far this year, as many as signed all of last year. Jeff Foust reports on what is driving the growing interest in the document outlining best practices for responsible space exploration.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged at a 23-year high of 5.25% to 5.50% at its rate-setting meeting last week, keeping APYs on high-yield deposit accounts and CDs at their highest in decades. But with the Fed hinting at one cut before year's end, these rates won't last forever.
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BJP MLA Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, who was elected to the Lok Sabha, has requested party president JP Nadda to relieve him from the post of the leader of opposition in the Delhi assembly. Bidhuri contested the recently held general elections from the South Delhi parliamentary constituency. In a statement, Bidhuri said he has decided to resign from membership of the Delhi assembly following his election from the South Delhi seat and written to the BJP national president to be relieved from the post of leader of opposition in the assembly. Читать дальше...
A new surge of government and commercial space activity is opening up the Moon for exploration and development. But, Martin Elvis warns, that activity would interfere with aspects of the Moon that make it an ideal outpost for astronomy.
The former Secretary of State, 76, made a surprise appearance onstage at the Lincoln Center's David H. Koch Theater in NYC on Sunday night.
The government on Monday unveiled its new “accountability website”, which lists and explains government policy and decisions. The new website, www.diakivernisi.gov.cy, was unveiled by undersecretary to the president Irene Piki, who said it will allow people to be informed “directly and centrally” about political decisions and other measures taken by the government, and other initiatives. […]
Cardiff City and Swansea City will be represented in the 2024-25 Nathaniel MG Cup along with fellow wildcard entries Newport County and Merthyr Town.
Arsenal and a host of other top European clubs, including Manchester City and Manchester United, are interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain forward Xavi Simons
Pixar might just be cinema’s summer saviour
Accessing your Gmail from insecure devices and apps will cease from September 30 unless new Google Workspace authentication requirements are met.
LOVE Island’s Tasha Ghouri has signed up for Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins.
Читать дальше...The Red Sox ran wild on the Yankees on Sunday night at Fenway Park. Boston collected nine (!) stolen bases in its 9-3 victory over New York, which broke a single-game franchise record previously set in 1940. David Hamilton led the way with four thefts, while Jarren Duran picked up a pair and Dominic Smith, […]
Household debt payments continue to rise
Gareth Southgate’s side got their Euro 2024 campaign off to a winning start.
Grout is a common problem in kitchens and bathrooms and can be caused by soap scum, food debris, limescale and grease - but Mrs Hinch fans have shared their top tips for cleaning it
The Gujarat Congress accused the state government of corruption in land allocation at two GIDC estates in Bharuch, claiming a scam worth Rs 2,000 crore. Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil demanded an explanation from the BJP government, alleging plots were allotted at low rates without public auction, causing a massive loss to the state exchequer. The government refuted the allegations, stating the decision to reverse the estates' saturation status was made after industry bodies represented adequate unsold land... Читать дальше...
The history of spaceflight offers plenty of material for makers of documentaries, but so does the frenzied modern era. Jeff Foust reviews two documentaries screened at a recent film festival, one on Apollo 13 and the other on the commercial space race of today.
Expert Chris Yeo delivered a low value on a guest's portrait during an episode of BBC's Antiques Roadshow at Stonor Park.
