China is one step closer to life in space

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2 years ago

July 25, 2022

China has docked its second lab module to its version of the International Space Station

China has launched a Laboratory Module from Hainan Island, which places the nation one step closer to an ongoing presence in space.

The Wentian module was launched on Sunday local time, and weighs 23 metric tons. The module’s name translates to “quest for the heavens”.

The component has four spaces for scientific experiments, a robotic arm, and an airlock for spacewalks.

The docking took place with three Chinese astronauts who arrived in June on a 14-crewed mission.

This latest mission comes as China’s Tiangong Space Stations nears completion, which is expected for later this year.

The station will become the world’s second orbital outpost after the International Space Station (ISS).

It follows a ban on Chinese astronauts from the ISS because of political concerns from the U.S. Russia has also recently left the ISS collaboration.

China’s President Xi Jinping has previously described his country’s plans a “space dream”, as he ushers support for his program to reach the same heights as the U.S.

Helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi crashes

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2 hours ago

May 20, 2024

Ahron Young

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed on Sunday as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog.

The official said the lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were “at risk following the helicopter crash”, which happened on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan in Iran’s northwest.

“We are still hopeful but information coming from the crash site is very concerning,” the official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

A helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi takes off, May 19, 2024. Ali Hamed Haghdoust/IRNA/WANA via REUTERS

State TV quoted an official as saying at least one passenger and one crew member had been in contact with rescuers. It also said the helicopter had been found, though Iran’s Red Crescent denied this report.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate power with a final say on foreign policy and Iran’s nuclear programme, sought to reassure Iranians, saying there would be no disruption to state affairs. #iran #trending

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending