'Catastrophic' new Google Earth images expose scale of devastation in Gaza 'Catastrophic' new images have exposed the devastating scale of destruction inflicted on Gaza by Israel's genocide The National (Scotland) · Sep 28
‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time Mission goes ahead despite some fears an initial engine failure after the Texas launch would scupper the attempt The Guardian - UK · Sep 28
SpaceX's 'biggest, most powerful' rocket reaches Earth orbit for first time SpaceX’s massive Starship reached orbit for the first time on Monday and successfully deployed its most advanced Starlink satellites yet, but the company ended the flight early as a safety precaution. The Times of India · Sep 28
Saturn’s Rings are putting on their best show of 2026, here’s all about the night you wouldn’t want to miss A telescope is needed to make the moment more memorable. Seeing Saturn’s rings with your own eyes can turn a tiny bright point in the sky into something more special that what you are expecting in your mind. The Economic Times · Sep 28
SpaceX's supersized Starship launches toward orbit for the first time SpaceX has launched its enormous Starship toward orbit for the first time, aiming for six full laps around Earth to prove its readiness for NASA's Artemis moon program The Independent UK · Sep 28
Hibernating bacteria can invade hospitals and survive outer space – but their high energy bill is a weakness that scientists can strike A spore is a bacterium’s survival capsule: dried almost solid, wrapped in protein armor and chemical processes shut down. Bacteria enter this state of hibernation when environmental conditions are unfavorable. What’s left is close to indestructible: It can survive boiling, desiccation, radiation and the vacuum of space. NASA once bolted… The Conversation · Sep 28
SpaceX Starship Flight 14: When and where to watch historic launch, 3 major firsts including Starlink V3 debut SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 is set to attempt orbital insertion and deploy next-generation Starlink V3 satellites. The mission will also involve testing the spacecraft's heatshield during atmospheric reentry. Starship will work in conjunction with the Super Heavy booster to complete multiple objectives. The launch window opens later today and lasts… The Economic Times · Sep 28
SpaceX Starship launch - live: World’s most powerful rocket reaches orbit and then explodes in ocean Mission is a huge test for Musk and Nasa’s plans to head to the Moon and onto Mars The Independent UK · Sep 28
SpaceX Starship Flight 14 launch: When and where to watch and what makes this mission different SpaceX is gearing up for an exciting milestone with Starship Flight 14, aiming to achieve orbit after 13 successful suborbital tests. Scheduled for September 28 at 8:15 a.m. EDT, the mission will see Starship orbit the Earth about six times, ascending to roughly 275 kilometers. Post-launch, the Super Heavy booster… The Economic Times · Sep 28
SpaceX Targets Starship's First Orbital Flight Today: The Crucial Test the Rocket Has Yet to Pass SpaceX is targeting 28 September for Starship Flight 14, which aims to reach orbit, deploy 26 Starlink V3 satellites and demonstrate a controlled return from space. International Business Times UK · Sep 28
SpaceX's supersized Starship rocket reaches Earth's orbit for the first time SpaceX launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time on Monday, aiming for six full laps around Earth to prove its readiness for NASA’s Artemis moon programme. The 10-hour flight, which involves the deployment of 26 Starlink satellites, represents a milestone in the development of the massive launch… France 24 · Sep 28
Can you solve it? Isaac Newton’s tower drop puzzle The problem that changed the world The Guardian - UK · Sep 28
TakeMe2Space to launch orbital computing satellite on SpaceX rocket Indian space startup TakeMe2Space plans to launch what it describes as the country's first orbital computing satellite aboard a SpaceX rocket on October 1, seeking to process data in orbit rather than transmit raw information back to Earth. The Economic Times · Sep 28
Sinestro? How 'Lanterns' Episode 7 Sets Up A Shocking, Space-Focused Season Finale 'Lanterns' finale goes to space — and comes one step closer to solving the mystery of Hal's death. Inverse · Sep 28
The Economic Times · Sep 28 SpaceX Starship targets first orbital flight as Musk pushes rocket towards Moon, Mars SpaceX's Starship rocket is set to attempt its first orbital flight after years of development and testing. The launch will occur in Texas with goals including deploying 26 Starlink satellites into orbit. As the rocket journeys, it will orbit the Earth six times before landing in the Pacific Ocean. The…
Times Life · Sep 28 Pind Daan at Gaya During Pitru Paksha: What the Ritual Involves and What Families Should Expect Why Gaya and Why These Sixteen DaysGaya in Bihar holds a specific place in Hindu scripture that no other tirtha quite matches for ancestral rites. The Garuda Purana and the Vayu Purana both name Gaya as the site where performing shraddha, offerings to the dead, carries multiplied merit. The belief…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 27 Korea review – a nirvana of wild beauty shattered by the 20th century The staggering resourcefulness and fantastic originality of bygone artisans is showcased in earthenware so exquisite it will soothe your soul. But a lurch into the modern breaks the spell
The Economic Times · Sep 27 Taurus Moon has a reward waiting for 3 zodiac signs on Monday, their hard work finally gets noticed In astrology, Taurus is closely tied to stability, financial security and a sense of personal worth. On September 28, 2026, the Moon moves through this earth sign, bringing those themes into greater focus.
Inverse · Sep 27 Where's The Best Place To Start Watching 'Doctor Who'? The longest-running sci-fi series has a vast archive. What's the best way to tackle it?
International Business Times UK · Sep 27 Declassified CIA Files Claim End of the World Predicted by Jesus in an Unusual 1960s Publication Released CIA records contain excerpts from Chan Thomas's apocalyptic book, but provide no evidence that the agency endorsed its claims about Jesus, pole shifts or civilisation-ending catastrophes.
The Economic Times · Sep 27 Scientists may have got one of Earth’s biggest ancient mysteries wrong: A 2-billion-year-old carbon clue thought to reveal a global change may actually point to magma, methane and microbes Research from Caltech indicates that a significant carbon signal may arise from local geological processes instead of global events. The study examines the Zaonega Formation in Russia, revealing methane generation from heated organic matter by magma. Methane-consuming microbes likely contributed to the carbon-isotope signature observed in the rocks. This finding…
International Business Times UK · Sep 27 'Bursts' of Direct Radio Signal Detected From Beyond Our Solar System for the First Time in History Astronomers using South Africa's MeerKAT array report radio bursts from Beta Pictoris b, potentially revealing its magnetic field, although the preprint has not yet undergone peer review.
Times Life · Sep 27 How a Molecule in a Bird's Eye Makes Magnetoreception and Magnetic Navigation Possible The protein that sees what eyes aren't supposed to seeA European robin weighs about 16 grams. It flies from Scandinavia to sub-Saharan Africa and back, without GPS, without a map, and without missing. The mechanism behind this has been traced to a single protein class called cryptochrome, specifically a variant…
The Economic Times · Sep 26 NASA’s $1.2 billion plan to explore the history and evolution of the universe enters Phase B NASA has progressed the PRIMA mission into Phase B, concentrating on the creation of essential technologies and designs. This innovative space telescope is intended to perform detailed far-infrared surveys of our universe. With a scheduled launch in 2033, it aims to operate for five years, allowing scientists to delve into…
Inverse · Sep 26 20 Years Ago, The Star Trek Saga Got The Gritty Prequel Nobody Asked For 'Star Trek: Enterprise' walked so other prequels could run, but the grounded revival deserves more credit than it gets.