NASA’s Swift boost mission ends without raising observatory’s orbit
Katalyst Space’s LINK spacecraft re-entered the atmosphere after control problems and heavy propellant use ended its attempt to lift Swift. NASA says the mission still produced...
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Electrochemical pretreatment increased microbial activity on tested plastics, study reports
A University of Girona team found higher biochemical oxygen demand after treating polyethylene and polypropylene before exposing them to microbes. The laboratory result leaves...
Drone strike kills one at Kyiv science academy as citywide injuries rise
A Russian drone hit a National Academy of Sciences building in central Kyiv during the working day. Officials reported one death and three people hospitalized at the building...
Ben Dancer nears end of seven-day dance record attempt in Lagos
Benjamin Daniel is aiming to dance for 168 hours at Freedom Park. Guinness World Records has not confirmed whether his attempt qualifies for a record.
John Healey says UK is in talks with US over threatened diesel export ban
The chancellor says Britain is preparing for possible US restrictions as diesel prices reach a record high. No ban has been announced, and the outcome of the talks is unknown.
Drone strike sets Kyiv science academy building ablaze as people escape through windows
Firefighters helped people out of Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences building after a Russian drone strike. Officials reported a death and injuries; the full damage remains...
Wes Streeting praises UK–US alliance after RAF Fairford incident
The defence secretary told Labour’s conference that Britain and America would stand together, while saying a live police investigation limited what he could say about events...
Everett transit consolidation plan pairs more bus service with higher sales tax
Everett and Community Transit have set out terms for combining their systems. If both governing bodies approve the plan, the transit tax would rise in April 2027, while most...
Your First Home plan offers smaller deposits for England’s first-time buyers
The government proposes 2.5% deposits and 20% equity loans for eligible new-build homes. The Budget will determine key terms, while research on Help to Buy shows both gains and...
NASA’s Artemis II crew to speak at free Houston event on September 30
All four astronauts are scheduled to share highlights of their lunar mission at the University of Houston’s Fertitta Center, where they will also be recognized for a distance...
SpaceX Starship reaches orbit on 14th test flight, then returns early
An engine shutdown briefly put the orbital attempt in doubt. Starship reached orbit and deployed 26 Starlink satellites, but ended its planned flight hours early.
Merseyside Police report 82 arrests after Palestine Action protest at Labour conference
Police also reported 79 people for summons after Sunday's demonstration in Liverpool. Those arrested were released on bail, while campaigners criticised the response.
Tropic’s reduced-browning banana moves closer to sale in England after Defra decision
Defra has confirmed the banana’s precision-bred status, but a food-safety review and market authorisation remain before shoppers can buy it.
NASA names Crew-13’s station research plans ahead of October launch opportunity
Jessica Watkins will command the four-person SpaceX flight, now targeting October 1 after a spacecraft valve replacement. NASA has outlined the crew’s planned research and...
Aimee Shalan says Palestine has become an electoral issue in Britain
The incoming Palestine Solidarity Campaign director points to election results and a growing protest movement, while earlier research shows where Gaza affected voters.
Angela Rayner proposes new council powers over social housing in England
Housing associations would have to give reasons for rejecting council referrals of homeless households, while councils would get notice before social-rented homes are sold.
Israel captain Manor Solomon says his country is ‘10 times better’ than Ireland
Solomon made the remarks after Ireland beat Israel 3-0 in a Nations League match marked by black armbands, bowed heads during Israel’s anthem and no pre-match handshakes.
Shabana Mahmood signals possible shift on UK care worker settlement plans
The home secretary acknowledged concerns about fairness in proposed settlement rules, but her remarks at Labour conference did not set out a change or say when a decision would...