
A Satellite Launched Decades Ago Quietly Carries A Message Across Millions of Years
A 1976 NASA satellite carries a Carl Sagan-designed plaque mapping Earth across millions of years into the past and future.

A 1976 NASA satellite carries a Carl Sagan-designed plaque mapping Earth across millions of years into the past and future.

A 44-year-old woman paragliding over the Austrian Alps narrowly survived a midair collision with a small plane that tore through her glider. Miraculously, she managed to deploy her emergency parachute and land safely, escaping with only minor injuries.

European leaders condemned Russia’s reported use of the “Oreshnik” missile, warning of dangerous escalation in the conflict.

Neale Daniher, the former AFL player and prominent campaigner for motor neurone disease (MND), has passed away at the age of 65 after a long battle with the disease. His family described him as a "fighter" and hailed his dedication to raising awareness and funds for MND research through the FightMND charity.

Donald Trump said the blockade on Iran would stay in place until a deal is reached amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

Cold War-era Vela satellites accidentally discovered gamma-ray bursts, opening a major new field in astrophysics research.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced the opening of the Akhalkalaki-Kars railway, facilitating export and import traffic for Armenia and providing rail access to the European Union for the first time. The move, applauded by Turkish officials, marks a significant step in regional economic cooperation.

Political figure Nigel Farage faces increasing scrutiny and calls for evidence following his claims regarding Russian hacking and interference in British elections. Critics argue that his statements lack substantiation, heightening doubts about his credibility.

Experts say most people already get enough protein, despite growing supermarket marketing focused on high-protein foods.

Alabama officials confirmed no Ebola case was found after a hospital briefly diverted emergency room traffic as a precaution.

Africa CDC warned ten countries could face Ebola risk as Uganda confirmed three additional cases during ongoing monitoring efforts.

Jarosław Kaczyński, the leader of Poland's opposition party, declared that Poland must be "defended from the spread of homosexuality," labeling it a "pathology." His remarks followed the government's decision to recognize same-sex marriages conducted in other EU member states, which Kaczyński opposed vehemently.

Scientists may have solved the mystery behind the Indian Ocean’s unusual gravitational “hole” after decades of research.

Webb telescope observations suggest massive young star clusters leave their birth clouds faster than scientists expected.

French quantum computing firm Alice & Bob has successfully expanded its Series B funding round with a new investment from NVentures, NVIDIA’s venture capital arm, raising total funding to €130 million. This investment reinforces the partnership focused on developing fault-tolerant quantum systems.

NASA expanded its commercial crew agreement with SpaceX, adding more astronaut missions to the International Space Station.

The construction of a new commercial port in Albania has been delayed due to a series of controversies, including accusations of financial misconduct and connections to organized crime. Fears regarding the project's management continue to grow amid rising costs and the withdrawal of the only remaining contractor.

As of May 2026, Sweden has officially reached a remarkable milestone, declaring itself the world's first "smoke-free" country with a daily smoking rate of just 3.7%, significantly lower than the global threshold of 5%.

Democrats say they will push back harder in redistricting battles but face structural challenges in several states.

Police say two lawyers were shot outside a North Carolina courthouse after a hearing, prompting an ongoing investigation.

Florida farmers are facing repeated hurricanes, floods, and climate pressures that continue disrupting agriculture across the state.

Investigators continue examining the cause of a fatal New York explosion that injured more than 30 firefighters.

Mahmoud Khalil plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after an appeals court declined to review his case.

Syria is set to hold legislative elections in the Kurdish-majority areas of northeastern Syria, focusing on local governance and representation amid the complex political landscape shaped by ongoing conflict and shifting alliances.