Origami-inspired expanding lunar module set for testing in Greenland 

A new ‘origami-inspired’ foldable shelter designed for the next generation of moon explorers is about to undergo testing in the harsh conditions of Greenland. The ‘Lunark’ shelter, created by two Danish ‘space architects’, is a compact habitat that folds down to a manageable size to allow easy transportation before being extended in its final location. … Read more

Wonder Woman 1984 photos reveal Gal Gadot battling Kristen Wiig as villain Cheetah for first time

Wonder Woman 1984 first look photos reveal Gal Gadot battling with Kristen Wiig as supervillain Cheetah for first time By Justin Enriquez For Dailymail.com Published: 18:43 BST, 7 May 2020 | Updated: 18:59 BST, 7 May 2020 Advertisement Move over Carole Baskin and Joe Exotic. Kristin Wiig was shown battling Gal Gadot as supervillain Cheetah … Read more

FDA expert warns the US could run out of researchers to run coronavirus drug trials

There are more than 70 trials for treatments for coronavirus happening in the US, and the race for a therapeutic leave labs shorthanded of researchers, a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) official has said.  ‘Although we may not run out of patients, unfortunately, we may run out of research personnel and time availability to do … Read more

New York City was the source of US outbreak, data shows

The rapid spread of coronavirus infections across the United States is believed to have stemmed from the outbreak in New York City with an estimated 65 percent of cases linked to the epicenter, researchers say.     An analysis of genetic samples and travel history suggests that COVID-19 started spreading from New York to other states, … Read more

Katherine Jenkins performs Vera Lynn songs to an empty Royal Albert Hall for VE Day anniversary

Katherine Jenkins will perform to an empty Royal Albert Hall tomorrow night as she performs a behind closed doors concert for the first time in the venue’s 150-year history. The 39-year-old classical singer will boost the morale of millions trapped indoors in Britain with a 30-minute performance marking the 75th anniversary of VE Day on … Read more

The European flag quiz that only 10% of Britons could score full marks on

The European flag quiz that only 10% of Britons could score full marks on (with millennials performing worst) – see how many YOU can match to the correct country Generation Z (18-25) performed the best, with an average of 12 out of 15  Baby boomers scored 10 out of 15 on average, and Generation X … Read more

US Military reveals mission details of X-37B space plane for the first time ahead of orbital flight

The US Air Force and Space Force have kept a tight lid on their mysterious space plane, but a military official has shared the craft’s agenda with the public for the first time ahead of its orbital flight this month. The X-37B is set to take off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida, … Read more

Sweden admits a ‘big failure’ to prevent elderly deaths from coronavirus

The number of elderly deaths from coronavirus in Sweden is a ‘big failure’, the country’s ambassador to the US has said.  Karin Ulrika Olofsdotter said 90 per cent of those who died in Sweden were over 70, meaning that around 2,700 elderly people have died of the virus.  Sweden has banned visits to care homes … Read more

A third of Britons say they will travel more than ever once coronavirus restrictions are lifted 

Revealed: Britons are set to holiday like never before with a third saying they will travel ‘more than ever’ once coronavirus restrictions are lifted In a poll of UK adults, 75% said they are now more appreciative of free travel  However, 25% said they would be more cautious when travelling in future  Meanwhile, 23% said … Read more

Microsoft unveils Xbox Series X gameplay and new ‘badge’ for when games run best on the console

Microsoft unveils Xbox Series X gameplay and announces ‘optimized’ badge that lets customers know when games are designed to run best on the upcoming console Microsoft unveiled Xbox Series X gameplay for several major titles Among the premiers were Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Dirt 5 The company also announced a new ‘badge’ signaling when games are … Read more