Building data centers in space is an intriguing idea on paper, but major engineering challenges must be solved
Imagine if one company could become the railroad, electric utility and cloud-computing provider of the…
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The UK provided over $190m towards the humanitarian response in Yemen, and we remain committed to working collectively with partners to reach those most in need: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Thank you, Under-Secretary General Fletcher and Special Envoy Grundberg for your briefings. Firstly, I would like…
Asteroid or comet? Meteor or meteorite? How to identify and classify the rocks you see streaking through the sky
Have you ever been out at night and seen a streak of light blast across…
Western troops have been expelled from Africa’s Sahel – so why are Italy’s Carabinieri still there?
Western forces have largely beat a hasty retreat from Africa’s coup-prone Sahel region in recent…
Who are Europe’s next gender equality champions? Applications are now open
Today, the European Commission launched the application process for the 2026 EU Award for Gender…
the science of merino wool explained
As winter sets in, many of us are turning to our cosy jumpers, snug base…
UK clamps down on shady networks supplying Putin’s illegal war with new sanctions package
UK announces 70 new sanctions targeting Russia’s decrepit shadow fleet, military procurement supply chains and illicit finance networks used to circumvent sanctions. UK ramps up…
How will Australian native bees cope with climate change? Their nests hold a clue
Bees have many different ways of building their homes. Many people will be familiar with…
Life isn’t easy at the edge of the power grid. Could batteries and microgrids offer a brighter future?
Australia’s big clean energy projects get a lot of attention, from giant solar farms to…
Commission launches two calls for evidence on the future ocean and water research and innovation strategy
Today, the European Commission has launched two calls for evidence to help shape the future…