UNCOVERED: 15 | History Defined

US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space

In a significant development, the United States has confirmed the deployment of weapons in space as a defensive measure, aiming to counter Russia's reported enhancements in anti-satellite capabilities. The US Air Force is also focusing on advancing autonomous systems and drone technologies. This strategic shift, part of former President Trump's…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

In 2022, Mattel sent two Barbie dolls to the ISS for Mission DreamStar, and their filmed trip became part of a STEM video series

In 2022, two Barbie dolls took a stellar trip to the International Space Station as part of the exciting Mission DreamStar. These dolls, beloved by many, orbited Earth for weeks and starred in a captivating video with NASA astronauts. The mission's goal was to inspire young girls to envision themselves…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Finland’s coast rises 1,730 acres yearly, but owners may not own new land

For thousands of years, Finland’s western shoreline has been quietly changing shape. Ground that was once pressed beneath an enormous sheet of ice is still rising, pushing parts of the coast farther out into the Gulf of Bothnia. To the eye, the process can look like nature simply adding more…

The Times of India · Sep 16

U.S. Confirms There Are Military Weapons in Orbit For the First Time: 'On-Orbit Space Control Weapons'

It's the first official confirmation that the United States has weapons in space.

International Business Times · Sep 15

In 1962, the US detonated a 1.4-megaton nuclear bomb in space that knocked out streetlights and triggered burglar alarms in Hawaii. 64 years later, it says weapons are already in orbit

The United States has acknowledged its possession of orbital space-control weapons, a declaration echoing a 1962 nuclear test that generated artificial radiation belts. Current space warfare strategies emphasize counter-space capabilities rather than relying on explosive power. Countries like China and Russia are also advancing their own space technologies, highlighting the…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

America brings space warfare into the open. Where does India stand?

The United States has publicly acknowledged possessing on-orbit space control weapons. This disclosure marks a significant shift in how space is viewed militarily. Russia and China are also developing offensive space capabilities, increasing global tensions. India has demonstrated kinetic anti-satellite capabilities and is expanding its military space infrastructure. Nations are…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Lily-Rose Depp Says She 'Definitely' Believes in Aliens While Promoting Alpha Gang at TIFF

Lily-Rose Depp said she believes in aliens while promoting Alpha Gang at TIFF, where she discussed extraterrestrial life and the sci-fi comedy's unusual view of humanity.

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

18 Powerful Photos By Mital Patel Showcasing The Last 2 Northern White Rhinos And Their Dedicated Caretakers

There are only two northern white rhinos left on Earth. Both are female. Fatu and Najin live at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya, where a dedicated team of rangers and caretakers looks after them every day. American photographer Mital Patel’s series The Caretakers, winner of All About Photo’s September 2026…

Bored Panda · Sep 15

Why Rivers Are Seen as Living Goddesses Beside Hindu Temples?

There is something almost familiar about an old temple beside a river. You see people entering the temple with flowers in their hands, while others are sitting quietly near the water. Some take a holy dip, some offer prayers and some simply spend a few peaceful minutes by the river.…

MyLifeXP · Sep 15

In 2014, ESA astronaut Alexander Gerst wore SpaceTex shirts on the ISS for six months; their fabric data helped inform clothes for future Mars crews

Innovative space experiments have focused on how fabrics can effectively manage astronaut sweat and heat during missions. These studies revealed distinct challenges unique to microgravity. Findings from the SpaceTex experiment are paving the way for next-generation astronaut apparel. Furthermore, this cutting-edge fabric technology is inspiring new designs in athletic wear,…

The Economic Times · Sep 15