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Trump’s NASA Nominee Questioned Over Moon Plans and Elon Musk
Trump’s NASA Nominee Questioned Over Moon Plans and Elon Musk April 10, 2025, Washington, D.C. This week, the U.S. Senate held a contentious confirmation hearing for President Donald Trump's choice to lead NASA, igniting intense discussion over the agency's plans to get to the moon and its growing relationship with billionaire Elon Musk.
By moyensefat10 months ago in Earth
With Firebase Studio, Google takes on Cursor and introduces AI-powered vibe coding.
Google Takes on Curso Google has introduced Firebase Studio, a tool that is set to compete with Cursor and other next-generation coding assistants, as a sign of its serious entry into AI-first development. By incorporating machine learning capabilities, this cutting-edge platform aims to simplify the app development process, allowing developers to concentrate more on creativity and less on tedious coding tasks. Google is not only improving its existing toolkit with Firebase Studio, but it is also establishing a new standard for how developers use artificial intelligence in their workflows. Google's Firebase Studio is a full-stack, AI-integrated development experience that aims to make modern app-building both faster and smarter. With Firebase Studio: AI-Powered Vibe Coding Arrives, Cursor has become a favorite among developers for its AI-assisted, in-editor code suggestions.
By GLOBAL NEWS10 months ago in Earth
Russian and US crew blasts off in Soyuz rocket bound for ISS
The International Space Station (ISS) has received a Russian rocket carrying a Russian and American crew. The Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft took launch Tuesday at 10:47 a.m. (05:47 GMT) from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. With relations deteriorating since Moscow launched its war in Ukraine in February 2022, space travel continues to be a rare area of collaboration between the US and Russia.
By moyensefat10 months ago in Earth
Breaking | China Fires Back in Stern Rebuke to Trump's Tariff Es
Nothing should be exempt when it comes to AI tools. It allows businesses to run more smoothly and efficiently; additionally, they get an edge over the competition! With AI tools ranging from automating data analysis to predictive insights, they ensure that information businesses badly need is available whenever decisions must make. They can take over the routine tasks, freeing up a lot of time and resources for anything else. Also, AI tools offer clients personalized experiences, making them happier. Embracing AI allows companies to pull out all the stops and turn on its end conventional wisdom about how Innovation needs a business model. Trump, now running to regain the presidency, has re-embraced the protectionist policies that marked much of his first term in office. This has reopened frictions many hoped were resolved after years of tenuous discussions. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian, speaking at a news briefing in Beijing, rebuked the U.S. approach, saying, “Tariffs and threats are not a solution, but economic bullying. If the United States genuinely desires a resolution, it must sit at the table with respect and as the equal of all the parties involved — not with an ultimatum.” He cautioned that China “will not sit idly by,” and is ready to retaliate. Beijing’s response, while measured, also signals deep frustration. China is considering retaliation, including tariffs on American farm goods, cars and high-tech parts, officials have said. The Chinese government also suggested using other instruments, including investment limits and regulatory squeeze on American firms that do business in China. Global financial markets reacted quickly to the escalation in the standoff. Key Asian indexes crashed, with Japan’s Nikkei slumping almost 4 percent; Taiwan’s Taiex plunging 5.8 percent; and South Korea’s Kospi down 1.7 percent. European markets echoed the move, with Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 both losing over 2% in value. Analysts attributed the decline to growing uncertainty over global supply chains, international trade and investor confidence. Economists and industry leaders have expressed alarm at the possible long-term economic damage. Warwick McKibbin, an eminent international economist, cautioned that a protracted trade war could sharply reduce G.D.P. growth and set off inflation in both countries. “We’re not just seeing a bilateral skirmish, but we’re seeing a global disruption,” he said. “Tariffs are damaging to both producers and consumers, and these levels are historically extreme.” Both sides are already feeling the pain in various industries. The agricultural sector is gearing up for significant setbacks in the U.S. China readies new targets, American soybeans, corn and pork. The American Farm Bureau Federation has said it is deeply concerned about the tariffs’ effects on rural economies and urged the U.S. government to turn to diplomatic channels. At the same time, multinational companies dependent on Chinese supply chains are frantically trying to reassess their operations. Tech companies including Apple and semiconductor companies like Intel and Qualcomm are under increasing pressure as the conflict threatens key components and markets. Apple, say, has massive supply-and-demand chain in China and can expect higher prices and rollout delays.
By Mystery of the Unknown10 months ago in Earth
A Child's Journey Through Trauma in Gaza
Shama Tubaili's Heartbreaking Struggle: A Child's Journey Through Trauma in Gaza Shama Tubaili stood in front of the mirror, trying to comb her hair, but she began to cry. With her hand on her head, she spoke to CNN, saying, "I don’t have any hair to brush. That’s why I am so sad. I look at myself in the mirror because I want to comb my hair again. I really want to comb my hair again."
By Omur Faruque10 months ago in Earth
How to Care your plants in Rainy Season?
How to Care your plants in Rainy Season? You need to put some extra care while doing gardening in a rainy season because its challenging due to the extra moist atmosphere around your plants. You have to fill the pots of your indoor and outdoor plants completely and you can split the filling into two parts, one part can contain cow dung and another part can have other soil and compost.
By Iqra Aslam10 months ago in Earth
The Dangerous ocean,full story.
Ocean The Secret Under the Waves is the title. Maya had always felt a pull toward the ocean. Growing up in a small coastal town, the sea was her backyard and her best friend. Maya spent her afternoons collecting shells, chasing crabs, and talking to the waves as if they could hear her while the other kids played in parks or watched cartoons. Amma, Amma's grandmother, used to say that the ocean had a soul. “If you listen closely,” she would whisper, “it’ll speak to you. It conceals tales that no book can reveal. Maya never forgot those words. Years passed, and Maya’s connection with the sea only deepened. She studied marine biology, fascinated by coral reefs, mysterious sea creatures, and the delicate balance of underwater life. After graduation, she returned home and took a job with a local conservation group. Their mission was to protect a nearby coral reef, one that had begun to suffer from pollution and illegal fishing. Maya went alone in a small boat one morning to check on the reef after a storm had swept through the night. The sea was calm now, the sky a soft blue, and the air smelled of salt and possibility. She was greeted by peaceful silence, the kind that only exists below the surface, as she dove into the water with her gear. She swam deeper, passing familiar coral formations and colorful fish schools. But a shimmer coming from below caught her eye. She pushed past layers of seaweed and rock to reach a hidden cave, following the flicker in curiosity. She had never seen it before. Heart pounding with a mix of fear and wonder, Maya swam inside. Light from the surface danced on the cave walls, revealing ancient carvings — symbols of fish, waves, and stars. In the center of the cave was a massive stone covered in glowing algae, and on it lay a small conch shell, polished and gleaming. Maya reached for the shell, and the moment her fingers touched it, the water around her vibrated softly. It wasn’t threatening — it felt… alive. As she held the shell close to her ear, just as Amma had taught her as a child, she heard more than just the usual ocean sound. She heard a voice. In feelings, not words: sadness, longing, and a cry for help. Images filled her mind: the dying reef, turtles tangled in nets, coral turning ghost-white. Just as Amma had said, the ocean was speaking. Maya emerged with a shell in her hand, determined despite her shock. She was aware of her obligation. From that day, Maya became a force of nature herself. She set up a campaign to raise awareness, recruited volunteers, and collaborated with the fishermen in the area to develop sustainable methods. She showed children how to respect the sea, to see it not as something to be used, but as something to be loved. Word of her work spread, and soon marine biologists, divers, and even tourists came to learn from her and help. The color of the corals returned, fish returned in large numbers, and sea turtles once more found safe passages through the water as the reef began to heal over time. Maya often returned to the cave, placing the shell gently on the stone and listening. With each visit, the ocean’s message grew warmer, filled with gratitude. She knew she had become its voice — the bridge between the land and the deep. Years later, children would ask her if the ocean really spoke to her. Maya would smile and say, “It speaks to everyone. You just have to listen with more than your ears.” And as the waves crashed gently onto the shore, it was easy to believe the ocean had a soul — and that Maya had become its guardian.
By Al-amin Hossain 10 months ago in Earth
