Even on Mars, Windows 98 is now obsolete

Even on Mars, Windows 98 is now obsolete

Mars Express’ MARSIS instrument will receive a major software update that will allow it to observe even better beneath the surface of Mars and its moon Phobos. It has been nineteen years since Mars Express, an unmanned space mission to the planet Mars, was launched. Meanwhile, the orbiter has been studying our closest neighbor for nearly two decades and has …

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Rugby League bans transgender women from World Cup, other sports also struggling

Rugby League bans trans people from women's World Cup, other sports struggle too

The decision by the swimming federation FINA was strongly criticized by organizations fighting for equality. Outspoken USA soccer star Megan Rapinoe has called the FINA guidelines “disgusting and cruel”. “Why do some people go to such lengths to prevent a trans person from succeeding in sport?” she wondered. With the CIO now leaving it to the unions to make decisions …

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All EU leaders welcome accession candidates from Ukraine and Moldova | NOW

All EU leaders welcome accession candidates from Ukraine and Moldova |  NOW

Ukraine and Moldova are officially eligible for membership of the European Union. Charles Michel, President of the European Council, announced it Thursday evening. The heads of government of the 27 EU countries all agreed Thursday evening at a meeting of the European Council that Ukraine and Moldova are candidates for membership. Awarding membership to candidates is for now a rather …

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you need so much money for a happy old age

you need so much money for a happy old age

PA Even if you’re only twenty, maybe thirty or forty, we all think about it from time to time: how much money would I need to be able to retire? Pension Specialist Audley Villages do a study how much money you would need for “happy retirement”. Of course, it depends on where in the world you live. In one country, …

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US economic growth is declining sharply

Groei Amerikaanse economie valt flink terug

(ABM FN-Dow Jones) Economic activity in the services sector in the United States was lower than expected in June, and industrial growth slowed significantly. This was revealed by S&P Global’s preliminary data on Thursday. The index of pre-purchase managers for the service sector fell from 53.4 to 51.6. Here the figure of 53.3 was expected. The Product Purchasing Managers index …

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MEPs denounce Van der Plas’ doubts about science: “It’s poison” | NOW

MEPs denounce Van der Plas' doubts about science: "It's poison" |  NOW

The House of Representatives has criticized the way Caroline van der Plas (BBB) ​​is questioning the integrity of scientists. This mainly concerns Professor Emeritus Leen Hordijk, who studied nitrogen measurements in 2019. Van der Plas found it remarkable that Hordijk said something different about his research in an agricultural magazine than in an interview with news time a few days …

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India finish third after USA win

India finish third after USA win

India closed their first season in the Pro League with a third place finish behind winners Argentina and the Netherlands. National coach Janneke Schopman’s side were expected to score at least two points in Wednesday’s second game against the United States. It eventually became three after the 4-0 win in Rotterdam. Like the day before, India was the mother. But …

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Musk: New Tesla factories lose billions in Berlin and Texas

Musk: New Tesla factories lose billions in Berlin and Texas

Photo: ANP Electric car maker Tesla’s new factories in Germany and Texas are losing billions of dollars. Said Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla. According to Muskin, factories face higher costs and difficulties in rapidly increasing production. Tesla has a factory in Grunheit, east of Berlin, which opened formally earlier this year. Tesla has a new facility in Austin, Texas. According …

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Opening Mondai: House of AI

Opening Mondai: House of AI

News – June 23, 2022 – Web Editor Communication The new House of AI, Mondai, officially opened on the TU Delft campus on Thursday. At Mondai, science, education and innovation in AI will be brought together through a program of conferences, workshops, hackathons and other events for students, alumni, scientists, professionals and the interested public. Mondai is also the first …

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Coach saves synchro swimmer who passes out during World Cup drill | NOW

Coach saves synchro swimmer who passes out during World Cup drill |  NOW

Synchronized swimmer Anita Alvarez lost consciousness on Wednesday while training for the World Swimming Championships in Budapest. The American had to be pulled out of the water by her trainer Andrea Fuentes. Alvarez, 25, shocked the audience when she suddenly plummeted to the bottom. Her Spanish coach Fuentes, herself a successful synchronized swimmer in the past, didn’t hesitate for a …

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