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Rocket Lab Clears Final Tests for New 'Hungry Hippo' Fairing on Neutron Rocket
Rocket Lab has completed final qualification tests on its innovative “Hungry Hippo” fairing for the Neutron rocket, a reusable design that stays attached during flight and closes again for recovery. This breakthrough brings the company closer to Neutron’s planned 2026 debut and marks a major step in reducing launch costs in an increasingly co...
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Russian Military Cargo Plane Crashes Near Moscow With 7 People On Board
A Russian military plane crashed on Tuesday during a test flight after repair work, the defence ministry said.
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"I Tested...": Man Shares Experience Of Travelling In Hello Kitty And Pokemon-Themed Flights
The video, titled "I Tested Themed Flights," was shared on November 25th.
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Delhi Tests Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, Public Launch Soon At 4 Locations
Rides for the public is likely to start shortly, aligned with the ideal ballooning season from November to February.
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After Sunita Williams' Ordeal, NASA Keeps Crew Off Next Starliner Flight
Boeing and NASA have agreed to keep astronauts off the company's next Starliner flight and instead perform a trial run with cargo to prove its safety.
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Police Involved As Toy Reindeer Mistaken For Abandoned Dog In England: 'Looks Like Donkey From Shrek'
Police in Derbyshire investigated reports of an abandoned small dog tied near a roadside, only to find a toy reindeer instead.
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After Dubai Air Show Tragedy, A Lookback At First-Ever Tejas Crash
An Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed at the Dubai air show today, marking only the second tragic incident involving the indigenous model in over 24 years since its first test flight in 2001.
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Silicon Carbide-Based Motor Drive Enables a Smaller, Lighter Electric Aircraft Engine
A new silicon carbide-based motor drive for hybrid aircraft engines reduces size and weight while improving efficiency. Tested in a Cessna 337, the inverter allows lighter, more compact electric systems, offering better energy use and cabin space. This innovation could accelerate hybrid aircraft adoption and provide valuable hands-on experience for...
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SpaceX Launches Satellite Haven, Paving Way For World's First Private Space Station
This test is a significant step toward the company's upcoming major plan, the launch of the private space station "Haven-1" in mid-2026.
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X-59, NASA's Quiet Supersonic Jet, Flies Over US Desert In First Test Flight
NASA's X-59 supersonic-but-quiet jet soared over the Southern California desert on Tuesday in the first test flight of an experimental aircraft designed to break the sound barrier with little noise, paving the way for faster commercial air travel.
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NASA’s X-59 Supersonic Jet Takes Historic First Flight, Paving Way for Quiet Supersonic Travel
NASA’s X-59 experimental jet has completed its first flight, demonstrating quiet supersonic technology that could one day allow faster-than-sound travel over populated areas. The test marks a major step toward lifting U.S. restrictions on supersonic flight and could revolutionize commercial aviation.
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ISRO Says Gaganyaan Mission Is 90 Percent Complete, Aiming for 2027 Launch
ISRO has completed 90 percent of the Gaganyaan mission’s development. With three test flights ahead, India is set to join the elite group of nations capable of sending humans to space by 2027, marking a landmark step in its space exploration journey.
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Delhi Cloud Seeding Trial Begins, 1st Rain Experiment Likely On October 29
The Delhi government's ambitious artificial rain project took flight today with a successful cloud seeding trial over Burari, marking a major milestone in the capital's battle against pollution.
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Gmail Working on Bills, Travel Inbox Labels for Easier Email Organisation: Report
Gmail’s latest build version 2025.10.06.815599742.Release reveals that Google is developing two new automatic labels, namely “Bills” and “Travel.” While not yet active, the labels aim to expand Gmail’s smart categorisation system. Bills may focus on recurring payments like credit card or utility statements, while Travel will group email...
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SpaceX Eyes V3 Rocket With Raptor 3 Engines After Wrapping Starship V2 Tests
SpaceX’s Starship Flight 11 marked the final mission of the V2 design, achieving flawless launch and recovery. The next-gen V3 Starship will feature new Raptor 3 engines, advanced docking systems, and upgraded booster recovery—critical milestones as SpaceX prepares for its upcoming Mars fleet and NASA’s Artemis III lunar landing.
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Rocket Lab Clears Final Tests for New 'Hungry Hippo' Fairing on Neutron Rocket
Rocket Lab has completed final qualification tests on its innovative “Hungry Hippo” fairing for the Neutron rocket, a reusable design that stays attached during flight and closes again for recovery. This breakthrough brings the company closer to Neutron’s planned 2026 debut and marks a major step in reducing launch costs in an increasingly co...
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Russian Military Cargo Plane Crashes Near Moscow With 7 People On Board
A Russian military plane crashed on Tuesday during a test flight after repair work, the defence ministry said.
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"I Tested...": Man Shares Experience Of Travelling In Hello Kitty And Pokemon-Themed Flights
The video, titled "I Tested Themed Flights," was shared on November 25th.
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Delhi Tests Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, Public Launch Soon At 4 Locations
Rides for the public is likely to start shortly, aligned with the ideal ballooning season from November to February.
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After Sunita Williams' Ordeal, NASA Keeps Crew Off Next Starliner Flight
Boeing and NASA have agreed to keep astronauts off the company's next Starliner flight and instead perform a trial run with cargo to prove its safety.
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Police Involved As Toy Reindeer Mistaken For Abandoned Dog In England: 'Looks Like Donkey From Shrek'
Police in Derbyshire investigated reports of an abandoned small dog tied near a roadside, only to find a toy reindeer instead.
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After Dubai Air Show Tragedy, A Lookback At First-Ever Tejas Crash
An Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed at the Dubai air show today, marking only the second tragic incident involving the indigenous model in over 24 years since its first test flight in 2001.
-
Silicon Carbide-Based Motor Drive Enables a Smaller, Lighter Electric Aircraft Engine
A new silicon carbide-based motor drive for hybrid aircraft engines reduces size and weight while improving efficiency. Tested in a Cessna 337, the inverter allows lighter, more compact electric systems, offering better energy use and cabin space. This innovation could accelerate hybrid aircraft adoption and provide valuable hands-on experience for...
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SpaceX Launches Satellite Haven, Paving Way For World's First Private Space Station
This test is a significant step toward the company's upcoming major plan, the launch of the private space station "Haven-1" in mid-2026.
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X-59, NASA's Quiet Supersonic Jet, Flies Over US Desert In First Test Flight
NASA's X-59 supersonic-but-quiet jet soared over the Southern California desert on Tuesday in the first test flight of an experimental aircraft designed to break the sound barrier with little noise, paving the way for faster commercial air travel.
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NASA’s X-59 Supersonic Jet Takes Historic First Flight, Paving Way for Quiet Supersonic Travel
NASA’s X-59 experimental jet has completed its first flight, demonstrating quiet supersonic technology that could one day allow faster-than-sound travel over populated areas. The test marks a major step toward lifting U.S. restrictions on supersonic flight and could revolutionize commercial aviation.
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ISRO Says Gaganyaan Mission Is 90 Percent Complete, Aiming for 2027 Launch
ISRO has completed 90 percent of the Gaganyaan mission’s development. With three test flights ahead, India is set to join the elite group of nations capable of sending humans to space by 2027, marking a landmark step in its space exploration journey.
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Delhi Cloud Seeding Trial Begins, 1st Rain Experiment Likely On October 29
The Delhi government's ambitious artificial rain project took flight today with a successful cloud seeding trial over Burari, marking a major milestone in the capital's battle against pollution.
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Gmail Working on Bills, Travel Inbox Labels for Easier Email Organisation: Report
Gmail’s latest build version 2025.10.06.815599742.Release reveals that Google is developing two new automatic labels, namely “Bills” and “Travel.” While not yet active, the labels aim to expand Gmail’s smart categorisation system. Bills may focus on recurring payments like credit card or utility statements, while Travel will group email...
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SpaceX Eyes V3 Rocket With Raptor 3 Engines After Wrapping Starship V2 Tests
SpaceX’s Starship Flight 11 marked the final mission of the V2 design, achieving flawless launch and recovery. The next-gen V3 Starship will feature new Raptor 3 engines, advanced docking systems, and upgraded booster recovery—critical milestones as SpaceX prepares for its upcoming Mars fleet and NASA’s Artemis III lunar landing.
