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Scientists use cosmic rays to create underground GPS

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Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery, revealing the potential for an underground navigation system using cosmic rays.  The research, published in the journal iScience, highlights that showers of particles, formed when cosmic rays collide with Earth's atmosphere, could enable effective underground positioning. The subatomic particles, known as muons, which originate from distant space objects like supernovas or particle collisions with the sun, can penetrate the ground and are deemed harmless.  By harnessing these muons, scientists have developed a novel positioning system called the muometric positioning system (muPS), which works underground, indoors, and even underwater. Muon-based navigation holds great potential for various applications where GPS is ineffective, such as mining and deep-sea exploration.  The concept draws inspiration from the use of similar particles in ancient Egyptian pyramids for navigation purposes. The muPS system employs four muon-dete...
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72 million year old duck-Billed Dinosaur found in Chile

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Chile: Researchers have uncovered new fossil remains of a dinosaur belonging to the duck-billed species in Chile.  The dinosaur, named Gonokokken nanoi, roamed the South American region approximately 72 million years ago. The plant-eating dinosaur weighed nearly a ton and is estimated to have reached a length of 4 meters (13 feet).  The findings, published in the journal Science Advances, are the result of a decades-long investigation into the remains of this herbivorous creature. The name "Gonkoken" is a combination of two words from the language of the indigenous Aonikenk people, who inhabited Patagonia until the late 19th century.  "Gon" translates to "similar" or "similar to," while "koken" means "wild duck" or "swan."  The term "nanoi" honors Mario 'nano' Ulloa, a former rancher who provided crucial support to the research team during their initial discoveries. The excavation, led by the Chilea...
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Indonesia launches government-owned satellite on SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket

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Jakarta: Indonesia successfully launched its first government-owned internet satellite, SATRIA-1, with the assistance of Elon Musk's SpaceX.  The satellite aims to provide internet access to remote parts of the country, connecting thousands of schools, hospitals, and government buildings spread across Indonesia's 17,000 islands. With more than one-third of Indonesia's population lacking internet access, the European-built SATRIA-1 holds great promise for bridging the digital divide.  The satellite, manufactured by French defense electronics company Thales, was launched from a Florida launch station aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Costing $540 million, SATRIA-1 is expected to significantly improve connectivity in Indonesia. Indonesian President Joko Widodo highlighted the satellite's importance in an Instagram post, describing it as the country's "first government-owned multi-function satellite with the biggest capacity in Asia."  View this post on...
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Deadly shooting mars Juneteenth celebration near Chicago

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  Chicago: A Juneteenth celebration in Willowbrook, a suburb of Chicago, took a tragic turn early Sunday morning as multiple gunshots rang out, resulting in 23 individuals being shot and one fatality, according to authorities.  The incident occurred in a parking lot where a peaceful gathering was being held to commemorate Juneteenth, a significant holiday marking the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Television news footage captured the aftermath of the shooting, revealing a scene littered with debris and cordoned off by police tape.  Willowbrook, located approximately 20 miles southwest of Chicago, was shaken by the sudden outbreak of violence. The DuPage County Sheriff's Office described the event as peaceful before the situation rapidly escalated.  Multiple individuals within the crowd began firing shots, causing chaos and panic among the attendees. The sheriff's office reported that 22 people sustained gunshot injuries, while others suffered i...
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Israeli raid leaves 3 Palestinians dead and 28 injured

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Jenin: Three Palestinians have been killed and 28 others injured during an Israeli raid in the West Bank city of Jenin.  The Palestinian Health Ministry confirmed the casualties, while the international community expresses deep concerns over the escalating conflict. According to the Israeli military, the raid was conducted to apprehend Palestinians suspected of carrying out attacks.  During the operation, an exchange of fire occurred between Israeli troops and armed individuals, resulting in casualties among the latter. The raid commenced at approximately 4:00 am local time and involved a significant deployment of Israeli forces.  Throughout the morning, reports of heavy gunfire circulated, with journalists on the ground confirming ongoing fighting as of 8:40 am. Social media videos captured the intensity of the situation, showing an explosion engulfing an armored vehicle amid the sound of gunfire.  Additionally, an Israeli army helicopter was seen launching missiles...
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Bill Gates arrives in China, following Musk and Cook's visits

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Beijing: Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist, landed in China on Thursday for a visit aimed at meeting with global health and development partners.  Following the recent visits of CEOs Elon Musk and Tim Cook, Gates aims to explore collaboration opportunities and unlock progress in addressing global challenges. Through his nonprofit organization, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Gates has been working on global health and development issues for over 15 years.  He believes that innovative solutions are crucial in tackling climate change, health inequity, and food insecurity.  In a tweet, Gates expressed his excitement to visit Beijing and contribute to making a positive impact on a global scale. I’ve just landed in Beijing for the first time since 2019, where I’m excited to visit with partners who have been working on global health and development challenges with @gatesfoundation for more than 15 years. — Bill Gates (@BillGates) June 14, 202...
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UK parliamentary committee holds Boris Johnson responsible for COVID rule violations

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London: Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been found responsible for deliberately misleading fellow legislators regarding parties held during the pandemic lockdown, as stated in a report published by a UK parliamentary committee on Thursday. Although Johnson resigned before the report's release, the committee stated that it would have suspended him for 90 days for repeated parliamentary contempt. The Privileges Committee, in its report, emphasized the gravity of the contempt committed by the Prime Minister, as there is no previous instance of a Prime Minister being found to have deliberately misled the House. Johnson, upon submitting his resignation, claimed that he was compelled to leave before the report's publication.  The report, led by Labour MP Harriet Harman, found that the former PM had "committed a serious contempt" by violating COVID-19 guidelines and organizing illegal gatherings at Downing Street. However, Johnson maintained that the rules had be...
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