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The Advanced X-ray Imaging Satellite ( AXIS ) project, led by MIT's Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research (MKI), is now a finalist in NASA's latest Probe Explorers programme. This mission, backed by a collaboration between MKI, the University of Maryland, and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, aims to investigate the most profound mysteries of the universe. If approved, AXIS will move forward with a one-year concept study, targeting a potential 2032 launch and a projected $1 billion budget. Exploring New Frontiers in X-ray Astronomy With Erin Kara, an MIT astrophysicist and associate professor, as the deputy principal investigator, the AXIS mission is set to revolutionise X-ray astronomy. The satellite's advanced technology will allow it to reveal unseen cosmic event. It will help trace back to the origins of massive black holes and intense galactic events. She believes AXIS is poised to answer longstanding questions that shape modern astrophysics.

Apple has refreshed its MacBook Pro lineup with its latest M4 chips, the 3nm processor that first made its debut on this year's iPad Pro earlier this year and eventually made its way to the iMac 24-inch (2024) and Mac mini (2024) models that were unveiled earlier this week. The new MacBook Pro models are powered by M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips, and are available in 14-inch and 16-inch display models along with support for ray tracing as well as Apple Intelligence, which began rolling out to users in the US on Monday. MacBook Pro (2024) Price in India, Availability MacBook Pro (2024) price in India starts at Rs. 1,69,999 for the base model which is equipped with an M4 chip and a 14-inch screen. It is also available with the same display and an M4 Pro chip that is priced at Rs. 1,99,900. The new MacBook Pro model is claimed to offer up to 24 hours of battery life Photo Credit: Apple   Meanwhile, the MacBook Pro (2024) is also available with a 16-inch display and an M4 Pro c

Apple has refreshed its MacBook Pro lineup with its latest M4 chips, the 3nm processor that first made its debut on this year's iPad Pro earlier this year and eventually made its way to the iMac 24-inch (2024) and Mac mini (2024) models that were unveiled earlier this week. The new MacBook Pro models are powered by M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips, and are available in 14-inch and 16-inch display models along with support for ray tracing as well as Apple Intelligence, which began rolling out to users in the US on Monday. MacBook Pro (2024) Price in India, Availability MacBook Pro (2024) price in India starts at Rs. 1,69,999 for the base model which is equipped with an M4 chip and a 14-inch screen. It is also available with the same display and an M4 Pro chip that is priced at Rs. 1,99,900. The new MacBook Pro model is claimed to offer up to 24 hours of battery life Photo Credit: Apple   Meanwhile, the MacBook Pro (2024) is also available with a 16-inch display and an M4 Pro c

Africa's landmass is gradually splitting due to a tectonic phenomenon. Scientists project that this may lead to the formation of a new ocean in roughly 50 million years. This movement mirrors Earth's ancient geological shifts, such as the fragmentation of Pangea around 230 million years ago. Fossils like those of Cynognathus, a prehistoric creature found in both Africa and South America, support theories that these continents were once joined. The East African Rift System (EARS), stretching through nations like Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia, is at the heart of this continental division. For the last 25 million years, a gradual split has been widening within the African tectonic plate, creating two distinct sections: the Nubian plate to the west and the Somalian plate to the east. Over time, this rift will likely allow seawater to flow in, shaping a new ocean between the separating landmasses. Experts Weigh in on Geological Changes Geologist David Adede highlights that the

A 17,000-year-old infant skeleton, found in Italy's Grotta delle Mura cave, is providing new insights into human populations during the Ice Age . Discovered in 1998, the remains were recently analyzed for DNA, allowing scientists to reconstruct aspects of the infant's appearance, ancestry, and health. The DNA results suggest that the child likely had dark skin, blue eyes, and curly hair—a combination found in other ancient European hunter-gatherers. The genetic profile connects the infant to an ancient population known as the Villabruna cluster, which lived in Europe after the Last Glacial Maximum. This group represents an early lineage of modern Europeans, suggesting that the boy's community may have been among the earliest ancestors of later European populations. Inherited Heart Condition Revealed The DNA analysis also indicates that the infant may have had a genetic heart condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which causes the heart muscle to thicken. In infa

Apple on Monday launched a refreshed version of its 24-inch iMac, equipped with the company's latest 3nm M4 chip and a 4.5K Retina display. The Cupertino company has also updated its Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad accessories with a USB Type-C port. Like all of its recent computers that are powered by an Apple Silicon chipset, the new 24-inch iMac supports the new Apple Intelligence features that has begun rolling out to compatible devices in the US. iMac 24-inch (2024) Price in India, Availability Pricing for the new 24-inch iMac starts at Rs. 1,34,900 for the base model with an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It can be pre-ordered in Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Silver, Yellow colourways and will go on sale in India and other markets starting on November 8.  Customers can also purchase the computer with a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, in 16GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB variants, priced at Rs. 1,54,900 and Rs. 1,74,900, res

Apple on Monday launched a refreshed version of its 24-inch iMac, equipped with the company's latest 3nm M4 chip and a 4.5K Retina display. The Cupertino company has also updated its Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad accessories with a USB Type-C port. Like all of its recent computers that are powered by an Apple Silicon chipset, the new 24-inch iMac supports the new Apple Intelligence features that has begun rolling out to compatible devices in the US. iMac 24-inch (2024) Price in India, Availability Pricing for the new 24-inch iMac starts at Rs. 1,34,900 for the base model with an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It can be pre-ordered in Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Silver, Yellow colourways and will go on sale in India and other markets starting on November 8.  Customers can also purchase the computer with a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, in 16GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB variants, priced at Rs. 1,54,900 and Rs. 1,74,900, res

As per reports, Japanese car manufacturers Toyota and Suzuki are collaborating to launch a new compact electric vehicle (EV), which is expected to hit the global markets next year. The two Japanese automobile giants have signed an agreement to share technologies and models with each other globally. Codenamed ‘bZ' (Beyond Zero), this crossover is dubbed as the compact version of the Toyota bZ4X , which is available in the international market. Suzuki and Toyota aims to form a partnership which will lead to developing compact vehicles. Their partnership has resulted in successful models which are available in the Indian and European market. The partnership is part of a effort by Toyota to improve its EV lineup. The company has been continuously working towards improving and expanding its Electric Vehicle catalogue. When launched, bZ will be Toyota's budget friendly EV till date, thus attempting to attract a large pool of customers especially in markets prefers Electric cars.

Skullcandy EcoBuds are claimed to be sustainable true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones. According to the company, they are made with “65 percent certified recycled plastics and 57 percent fewer heavy metals, " resulting in a 50 percent lower carbon footprint than similar products in the market. Off the bat — impressive claims. Who doesn't want to be a part of an attempt to make the world a cleaner place? The number may be slightly more initially than you would think because the cost of environmentally friendly earphones here is battery, lithium batteries to be specific. The storage dock of the Skullcandy EcoBuds does not have battery support. This means that when the earphones are placed in the magnetic case, they merely fulfil storage purposes. They do not juice up like other TWS earphones usually do in charging cases. They are compatible with reverse charging via an integrated USB Type-C cable. You can plug it into any USB Type-C port, including the one on your phone, and i

Infinix should stop using the Zero moniker for their phones because, honestly, their phones are not what they used to be. The new Infinix Zero 40 5G is not a zero. The phone, at a starting price of Rs. 27,999, offers a lot of features. Infinix also claims that the Zero 40 5G is the first phone in its segment to offer 4K 60fps video recording on both front and rear cameras and to feature a 50-megapixel ultrawide rear camera. It's also the first Infinix phone to launch with Infinix AI. The company heavily emphasises the phone's video recording features, stabilisation, and its potential as an ideal device for vlogging—I've never heard the word "vlog" mentioned so many times in a product briefing. So, is the Infinix Zero 40 5G any good? Do all of these segment-firsts make it a hero? You'll have to read the full review to find out. Infinix Zero 40 Design: Stylish Dimensions - 164.31x74.47x7.9mm Weight - 195g Colours - Moving Titanium, Violet Garden, Rock Bl

Infinix should stop using the Zero moniker for their phones because, honestly, their phones are not what they used to be. The new Infinix Zero 40 5G is not a zero. The phone, at a starting price of Rs. 27,999, offers a lot of features. Infinix also claims that the Zero 40 5G is the first phone in its segment to offer 4K 60fps video recording on both front and rear cameras and to feature a 50-megapixel ultrawide rear camera. It's also the first Infinix phone to launch with Infinix AI. The company heavily emphasises the phone's video recording features, stabilisation, and its potential as an ideal device for vlogging—I've never heard the word "vlog" mentioned so many times in a product briefing. So, is the Infinix Zero 40 5G any good? Do all of these segment-firsts make it a hero? You'll have to read the full review to find out. Infinix Zero 40 Design: Stylish Dimensions - 164.31x74.47x7.9mm Weight - 195g Colours - Moving Titanium, Violet Garden, Rock Bl

OnePlus 13 will be launched by the company in China on October 31, and the company's upcoming smartphone is confirmed to debut with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and a display produced by BOE. With only days left until the smartphone is unveiled, OnePlus has started to reveal details of the smartphone's display features. The upcoming OnePlus 13 will run on ColorOS 15, which is based on Android 15. The smartphone maker has also announced that the phone will arrive in three colourways. OnePlus 13 Display Features Revealed Ahead of the debut of the OnePlus 13, the company has shared details of its display features. It will be equipped with a second-generation Oriental X2 8T LTPO AMOLED display from BOE, with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, according to one of several images posted to Weibo, the Chinese microblogging platform. OnePlus 13 teasers shared by the company Photo Credit: Weibo/ OnePlus   The images shared by OnePlus also reveal that

In today's fast-paced world, finding the right flagship smartphone is no easy task. With so many choices, one might wonder what sets a device apart. Enter the Samsung Galaxy S24, a premium device that combines top-tier performance, advanced features, and elegant design. This festive season, Samsung's Fab Grab Fest sale is the perfect place to bring home this incredible device, with offers and benefits that provide amazing value. Not only is the Galaxy S24 packed with cutting-edge technology, but it also comes with awesome deals that will make your purchase even more rewarding. And when it comes to getting the best deals, Samsung.com and the Samsung Shop App are your go-to platforms. Here's everything you need to know about why the Galaxy S24 is the top choice during the Fab Grab Fest sale and how you can make the most of the offers available. Unmatched Value with a Net Effective Price of ₹ 57,999 Let's start with the biggest highlight: the net effective price of th

We have all at some point encountered the kind of duplicitous men who would shamelessly beat their wives, catcall every possible female, exert their dominance, and yet call themselves feminists who “respect women.” They won't even deny their preposterous acts and would either blame the victim for triggering them or make fun of their hopelessness. These men, whose actions are often overcompensating for their own inadequacies and dysfunctions, can unfortunately be found in every stratum of society. Netflix's latest original film Do Patti, brings to us one such man in Dhruv Sood (Shaheer Sheikh) from a small hill town, who regularly beats his traumatised wife Saumya (Kriti Sanon). The film begins with a paraglide gone wrong, as the couple hang in the air for their lives from their glider. Saumya, who thinks her husband has sabotaged her harness, begs for her life. Upon being rescued, Saumya tells inspector Vidya Jyothi (Kajol) that her husband tried to murder her, and we are take