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October 2024

Europe's bold 'Explore 2040' campaign aims to get Astronauts to the Moon and Mars

The European Space Agency ESA is charting an ambitious course for the future with its Explore initiative aimed at solidifying Europe's position in space exploration During an Oct address at the International Astronautical Congress IAC in Milan ESA Director-General Josef Aschbacher highlighted the necessity for Europe to enhance its space activities The agency is currently developing a comprehensive strategy to outline its future direction with exploration as a key pillar We have a process with our Member States called Explore which is a perspective at the horizon of and where Europe can go said Daniel Neuenschwander ESA's Director of Human and Robotic Exploration during the event in Milan Commitment To Greatness And Infinity nbsp Source Google Images nbsp nbsp What we want above all is to increase the pace and how we conduct programs Neuenschwander said That includes speeding up innovation and developing transportation and infrastructure for exploration he added

30 Oct 2024
Global News

Pam Kaur: Who is She? 160-Year History is Being Changed

Pam Kaur a banker of Indian descent has been named the new Chief Financial Officer CFO of HSBC Holdings She is the first woman to occupy this role in the -year history of the bank succeeding Georges Elhedery With effect from January Kaur will also serve as the Executive Director of the Board of Directors the company announced in a news release The Career Milestones of Pam Kaur nbsp Source Google Images nbsp nbsp Based in the United Kingdom Pam Kaur graduated from Punjab University in Chandigarh with a B Com Honours and an MBA in Finance She began her career in internal audit at Citibank before becoming a chartered accountant at Ernst and Young EY She has nearly forty years of illustrious financial experience Kaur has held key roles at a number of global financial institutions such as Group Head of Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering at Lloyds TSB CFO

30 Oct 2024
Star Citizens

Pink Mela: Celebrating Health and Hope With Breast Cancer Awareness Event

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month a time dedicated to highlighting the importance of early detection and preventive care to combat one of the most prevalent cancers affecting women This year HCG Manavata Cancer Center HCGMCC Nashik's leading cancer specialty hospital hosted its flagship Pink Mela event on October The event provides free consultations and live demonstrations for women over with the goal of boosting awareness nbsp nbsp nbsp Source Google Images nbsp nbsp A committed group of medical professionals will be on hand to do physical examinations and examine medical histories especially those pertaining to breast cancer or other pertinent illnesses Additionally the hospital is providing mammography exams at a discounted rate of Rs instead of the usual monthly charge of Rs Breast cancer is a disease that begins in the cells of the breast where they grow and multiply uncontrollably forming a mass or lump While breast cancer

30 Oct 2024
Good News

The Little Wonder: 14-Year-Old Sirish Subash Wins "America's Top Young Scientist" Award

Curiosity often lights the spark of invention and for Sirish Subash it was a simple question that ignited his journey to becoming America's Top Young Scientist and winning a cash prize Wondering if his mom s reminder to wash fruit before eating it was as vital as she claimed Sirish let his inquisitiveness lead the way The result An AI-powered sensor that could change the way we think about food safety forever nbsp He discovered that washing only partially eliminates the pesticide residues found in of vegetable items which have been connected to potential health issues like cancer and Alzheimer's We could lower the risk of those health problems by avoiding consuming them if we could detect them Spectrophotometry is used by his PestiSCAND equipment to measure the amount of light reflected off the surface of fruits and vegetables He examined more than samples of tomatoes apples spinach and strawberries

30 Oct 2024
Good News

More Than Light: Why We Celebrate Diwali with Diyas

Diwali also known as the Festival of Lights is one of India s most celebrated and cherished festivals Beyond the vibrant decorations sweets and celebrations lighting diyas holds profound meaning symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the dispelling of ignorance with knowledge Each diya lit on Diwali night has a story behind it a reminder of tradition spirituality and personal growth The Significance of the Darkest NightDiwali falls on Amavasya the darkest night of the lunar month symbolizing a fresh start amidst the shadows In ancient times people lit oil lamps or diyas as a way to combat the physical darkness surrounding them Symbolically the diyas serve as a metaphor for dispelling inner darkness fears doubts and ignorance and replacing it with wisdom clarity and understanding Lighting diyas during this night invites positive energies and invokes the presence of divine blessings in our homes and lives Lighting the

30 Oct 2024
Positive Reads

Naraka Chaturdashi: Discover the Glow Behind Diwali’s Radiant Lights

Celebrated a day before Diwali Naraka Chaturdashi commemorates the victory of good over evil Known by various names such as Kali Chaudas Roop Chaudas and Bhoot Chaturdashi the festival holds a significant place in Hindu tradition It marks the day when Lord Krishna and his consort Satyabhama defeated the demon Narakasura bringing an end to his reign of terror This day also called Choti Diwali celebrates the victory of righteousness and the banishment of darkness nbsp The Legend Behind Naraka ChaturdashiAccording to the legend Narakasura was a powerful demon who despite being the son of Vishnu and Bhudevi the Earth goddess turned to evil and began terrorizing the people It is said that he requested a boon from his mother Bhudevi asking that he could only be killed by her making him nearly invincible When his tyranny became unbearable the people prayed to Lord Krishna for deliverance Answering their pleas

30 Oct 2024
Positive Reads

Curious About Dhanteras? Discover the Forgotten Legends and Rituals Behind the Festival

Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi is a festival celebrating health wealth and prosperity Observed on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Ashwin it holds deep cultural and mythological importance This occasion honors two deities Lord Kuber the god of wealth and Lord Dhanvantari the God of medicine revered for introducing Ayurveda to the world The festival's origins lie in the legendary tale of Samudra Manthan a significant event that influences the rituals and traditions practiced today Lord Dhanvantari and the Churning of the OceanAt the heart of Dhanteras lies the legend of Lord Dhanvantari a divine incarnation of Vishnu and the physician of the gods According to Hindu mythology the gods and demons once collaborated to churn the Ocean of Milk Samudra Manthan in search of the elixir of immortality known as amrita As the churning reached its climax Dhanvantari emerged from the depths holding a pot

29 Oct 2024
Positive Reads

Debunking Myths ~ How Much Water Do You Need to Drink?

We've all heard that the secret to feeling your best is to drink enough water Water won't solve all of your problems on its own But maintaining essential body processes like waste elimination joint lubrication and temperature regulation requires drinking enough water In addition issues like weariness lightheadedness and dry skin can result from dehydration nbsp According to research routinely consuming the necessary amount of water can also have additional advantages such as boosting mood and attention reducing headaches promoting healthier aging helping with weight management and improving athletic performance nbsp But would an additional to ounces per day make a difference for someone who currently drinks a fair amount of water What is the recommended daily intake of water nbsp Source Google Images nbsp Among other things your age the environment where you live and the amount of physical activity you engage in all affect how much water you

28 Oct 2024
The Whys and Hows

A Peaceful Landing: Crew 8 Returns to Earth

In the stillness of the early morning at a m Eastern the Crew Dragon spacecraft Endeavour made a dramatic return to Earth splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico near Pensacola Florida Just days earlier on October at p m Eastern Endeavour had detached from the International Space Station ISS officially closing the Crew- mission Onboard were Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin and NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick Michael Barratt and Jeanette Epps Over the course of days in orbit including days on the ISS this crew conducted critical research fostered international partnerships and pushed the boundaries of human space exploration before returning home to a hero s welcome Post Splashdown nbsp The four had been transferred to a nearby medical institution for additional evaluation in addition to the routine medical examinations conducted on the recovery ship NASA said in a statement a few hours after splashdown NASA stated in a post-splashdown

28 Oct 2024
Global News

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