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  • Getac Expands Its Range of Versatile Rugged Field Devices with Launch of New AI-Ready F120 Tablet and V120 Laptop

    Getac Expands Its Range of Versatile Rugged Field Devices with Launch of New AI-Ready F120 Tablet and V120 Laptop

    Both new devices build on their best-selling predecessors, introducing cutting-edge technology with larger screens and enhanced specifications tailored for industrial field professionals

    News in brief:

    • Getac’s brand new F120 – the world’s first fully rugged Copilot+ PC in a tablet form factor – harnesses the power of edge AI to transform workflows and optimise operational efficiency in the field.
    • The new V120 is derived from years of real-world use of the V110, featuring a host of meaningful upgrades while retaining the hallmark flexible usage form factor to support diverse field operations.
    • Both devices are designed to meet the needs of field professionals in sectors such as defence, utilities, manufacturing, public safety and automotive, who want to optimise their productivity in challenging working environments using the latest technology.

    TAIPEI, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced the launch of two highly versatile new field devices; the F120 – the world’s first fully rugged Copilot+ PC in a tablet form factor1, and the V120 – an AI-ready fully rugged laptop designed to deliver a premium computing experience in challenging work environments.




    Getac F120 V120 Utilities






    Getac F120 V120 Utilities

    Both new devices are the result of extensive real-world research and customer dialogue, building on Getac’s best-selling F110 and V110 models to deliver two brand new devices that harness the power of AI to unlock new levels of productivity in the field. Shared upgrades include larger 12.2-inch displays with a new narrow-bezel design, slimmer and lighter builds, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two ThunderboltTM 4 ports, hot-swappable batteries, TPM 2.0, and robust MIL-STD-810H / IP66 certifications, a generational leap in performance and reliability for field professionals.

    F120 Fully Rugged Tablet – The World’s First Fully Rugged Tablet as a Copilot+ PC
    Copilot+ PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows devices currently available, with powerful processors and access to highly advanced AI models that can fundamentally transform workflows and operations in the field. To qualify as a Copilot+ PC, a device must include an NPU (Neural Processor Unit) capable of 40+ TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second), have a minimum of 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, and support at least one form of biometric security authentication.

    Getac’s new F120 meets all these criteria. By bringing powerful edge AI into a fully rugged form factor, it transforms how field professionals work in challenging environments. Powered by the latest Intel® CoreTM Ultra 200V Series Processor and groundbreaking Intel® AI Boost NPU with up to 48 TOPS, it accelerates AI-driven tasks like diagnostics, image processing, and real-time analytics, enabling users to tackle challenges faster and more effectively.

    With options up to 32GB LPDDR5X memory, 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage, and Windows Hello facial recognition, the F120 is designed to support seamless multitasking, offers secure access features, and has the power to handle demanding workloads, making it an ideal tool for professionals in mission-critical environments such as defence, utilities and field operations that demand advanced mobile AI at the edge.

    V120 Fully Rugged Laptop – AI-Ready Convertible Powerhouse
    Shaped by years of proven deployment across key industries, the V120 builds on Getac’s top-selling V110, incorporating real-world feedback into a refined convertible-hinge design that allows the device to look like a tablet, meeting the evolving needs of frontline professionals.

    At the heart of the V120 is an Intel® CoreTM Ultra 200H Series processor with integrated Intel® ArcTM GPUs and Intel® Turbo Boost technology, delivering efficient AI acceleration and smooth multitasking across demanding applications. The standard configuration features 8GB of DDR5 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, with optional upgrades to 64GB RAM and 2TB SSD for users who require even greater capacity.

    Bigger Displays, Smarter Form Factors 
    Both the F120 and V120 feature a larger 12.2-inch LumiBond display with Smart Touch and Getac sunlight readable technology, upgraded from 11.6 inches in their predecessors. The V120 delivers 1,000 nits of brightness for clear visibility across vehicles and mobile workstations. For outdoor-heavy use in direct sunlight, the F120 boosts brightness to 1,200 nits. With a new narrow-bezel design, both devices are thinner and lighter than the previous generation despite the increased screen size, improving mobility without compromising durability.

    Seamless Connectivity and Rugged Performance
    Designed for always-on field operations, both devices offer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for fast, stable wireless connectivity. Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports are standard on both models, with the V120 offering an optional third port for additional peripheral flexibility. For users working in remote locations, additional connectivity options include a dedicated GPS module, 4G LTE, 5G Sub-6, with Dual SIM (Nano-SIM 4FF and e-SIM).

    Both new devices also feature Getac’s LifeSupport hot-swappable battery technology for all-day productivity, while additional high-capacity batteries are available for even longer periods of operation away from charging facilities. They also include a robust suite of data security features including TPM 2.0 as standard, with additional security options including Intel vPro® Technology, smart card reader, and Absolute Persistence® if required.

    Like most Getac devices, the F120 and V120 are MIL-STD-810H and IP66 certified and can operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -29°C to 63°C (-20°F to 145°F). The F120 is also drop resistant up to 6ft (1.8m), while the V120 is drop resistant up to 4ft (1.2m) and features enhanced shock-absorbing corners for additional protection. Optional salt fog certification and ANSI/UL compliance make both devices well suited for use in corrosive, regulated, and high-risk environments.

    Enabling High-Impact Use Across Key Industries
    These powerful, yet versatile, field-ready devices are designed to help field professionals across multiple industries perform complex tasks with ease. Defence professionals can use the F120’s advanced data processing and extensive connectivity to turn any vehicle into a mobile command and control centre, while the V120’s slim design and flexible form factor aid critical data gathering in high pressure scenarios. Elsewhere, automotive engineers and technicians can use the F120’s AI capabilities to quickly run intricate diagnostics and get vehicles back on the road as fast as possible. Public safety workers such as police officers and emergency first responders can utilise the V120’s AI capabilities alongside the Getac Voice application, which enables real-time transcription of witness interviews at incident scenes, providing instant speech-to-text conversion for written reports.  Witnesses can then sign reports using the device’s touchscreen.

    “Modern field professionals need devices they can rely on to solve complex challenges and facilitate high levels of productivity in a wide variety of environments and circumstances. At Getac, we work closely with our customers to not only understand the challenges they are facing today, but also how these challenges are evolving over time, to ensure our rugged solutions continue to meet their changing needs,” says James Hwang, President of Getac Technology Corporation. “The new F120 and V120 build on a proven track record of performance and raise the bar once again, combining powerful AI capabilities, larger screens and weather-resistant functionality in a slimmer, lighter form factor, for optimal field efficiency.”

    The F120 and V120 will be available in October.

    For more information, please visit www.getac.com

    1Status updated as of 2 September 2025; to the best of our knowledge, this product is the first fully rugged tablet as a Microsoft Copilot+ PC. 

    About Getac
    Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac’s solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek’s “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” for 2024. For more information, visit: https://www.getac.com. Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube. 

    Getac and Getac logo are trademarks of Getac Holdings Corporation or its affiliates. Other brands or trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Getac Technology Corporation.

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  • South-East regional status report on drowning 2025

    South-East regional status report on drowning 2025

    Overview

    Drowning continues to claim tens of thousands of lives every year across the WHO SE Asia Region. The estimated death toll of 83 000 people in this Region is not just a number, but a reminder of stories of lives cut short, and families devastated. The 

    report serves as both an urgent call to this issue and a roadmap to take actions to 

    reduce drowning over the upcoming years. 

    It also highlights unprecedented opportunities for collaborative action. By scaling up evidence-based interventions, sustained investment and commitment from governments and the community, the WHO SE Asia Region can lead the way in 

    transforming drowning from a silent epidemic into a public health success story.

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  • Pakistan padel team conclude Asia Pacific Cup 2025

    Pakistan padel team conclude Asia Pacific Cup 2025

    Team Pakistan showcased grit, determination, and the promise of a bright future for the sport  in their debut at the Asia Pacific Padel Cup (APPC) Kuala Lumpur 2025. 

    Out of 24 fiercely contested matches, Pakistan secured 4 impressive wins. 

    The tournament was featuring eight teams including hosts Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, SOuth Korea, Hong Kong, India, and Pakistan.

    The four-day event treated the fans with men’s women’s and mixed matches. Pakistan finished sixth.

    Philippines won the tournament defeating Hong Kong in the final 3-0, while Malaysia edged past India 3-2 to finshed third  in the event.

    Pakistan were out of the main draw when they lost to India 3-0 in the quarterfinals despite putting a great fight against their arch rival.

    They played consolation final later but lost to Thailand 2-1 after registering a win  against Singapore in the consolation semifinal in which the pair of Talal Shah and Nafees Yaqoob, and Suleiman Mahmood and Natalia Zaman played.

    The Pakistani team was a mix of experience and youth. 

    The Pakistani  was led by captain Azhar Katchi and vice captain Mehek Taherani. The roster was a mix of experienced and emerging male and female players. 
    Other notable players included Rayyan Younus, Talal Shahi, Munib Bilwani, Sulaiman Mahmood, Nafees Yaqoob, Natalia Zaman, and Asma Hamid.

    “This tournament was a statement. Pakistan has the talent, heart, and determination to compete with the best,” said a representative of the Pakistan Padel Collective, organisers of Team Pakistan’s APPC 2025 campaign. 

    “The blend of veteran leadership and young talent signals a strong future for padel in Pakistan.”
    The APPC Kuala Lumpur Cup 2025 brought together top players and teams from across the region, giving Pakistan a platform to showcase its growing competitiveness and passion for the sport.

    As padel continues to gain momentum, Pakistan’s performance in Kuala Lumpur reflects the start of an exciting new chapter for the sport in the country.

     

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  • Landslide kills more than 1,000 in Sudan’s Darfur region, armed group says | Humanitarian Crises News

    Landslide kills more than 1,000 in Sudan’s Darfur region, armed group says | Humanitarian Crises News

    The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army appeals for UN help to recover bodies from a village buried by a landslide after heavy rain.

    Published On 2 Sep 2025

    A landslide has destroyed an entire village in Sudan’s western Darfur region, killing an estimated 1,000 people, according to a rebel group that controls the area.

    According to news agencies, the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A) issued a statement late on Monday reporting the disaster in the Marra Mountains area of Darfur.

    (Al Jazeera)

    SLM/A stated that the landslide occurred on Sunday, following days of heavy rainfall in the area, and the village of Tarasin was “completely levelled to the ground”, leaving only one survivor.

    “Initial information indicates the death of all village residents, estimated to be more than one thousand individuals, with only one survivor,” the group said in a statement.

    SLM/A also appealed to the United Nations and international aid agencies for assistance in recovering the bodies of victims, including children.

    The ruling Sovereign Council in Khartoum mourned “the death of hundreds of innocent residents” in the Marrah Mountains’ landslide. In a statement, it said “all possible capabilities” have been mobilized to support the area.

    Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall, reporting from Khartoum, said sources told him about the difficulty in getting help in retrieving bodies of people who have been buried following the landslide and giving them a proper burial.

    “That’s going to take a long time, and maybe it won’t even take place if there are no international teams that are specialised in these types of activities,” he said.

    The affected area cannot be reached by car or any other means of land transport, which is why people often seek shelter in this mountainous region in times of war, Vall added.

    “Those villages are actually many in number and are crowded with people. Some of them are displaced from other parts of Darfur.”

    “I’ve been there, and I’ve seen the destitution, the seclusion, the dire poverty of people there living hand to mouth, even though the land is fertile there, they have citrus plants there and abundant water but they have no relationship with civilisation and that makes farming very difficult,” said Vall, adding that “other means of survival are basically impossible, they have no schools, there are no traces of government in that area”.

    News of the disaster comes as Sudan’s ongoing war – now in its third year – plunges the country further into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with famine already declared in parts of Darfur.

    People fleeing clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in North Darfur state had sought shelter in the Marra Mountains, and food and medication were in short supply, the Reuters news agency reported.

    Factions of the SLM/A, which controls the area where the landslide occurred, have pledged to fight alongside the Sudanese military against the RSF.

    Fighting has escalated in Darfur, especially in el-Fasher, since the army took control of the capital, Khartoum, from the RSF in March.

    El-Fasher has been under the RSF siege for more than a year, as the paramilitary force is seeking to capture the strategic city, the last major population centre held by the army in the Darfur region.

    The paramilitaries, who lost much of central Sudan, including Khartoum, earlier this year, are attempting to consolidate power in the west and establish a rival government.


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  • Sung Ahn’s Five Favourite Works from Frieze Seoul Viewing Room

    Sung Ahn’s Five Favourite Works from Frieze Seoul Viewing Room

     

    Adel Abdessemed, POLITICS OF DRAWING, LAMPEDUSA, 2020 

    Charcoal and pastel on paper, 144 x 66 x 4 cm. Presented by DVIR Gallery 

    Adel Abdessemed, POLITICS OF DRAWING, LAMPEDUSA, 2020. Charcoal and pastel on paper, 144 cm x 66 cm x 4 cm. Courtesy: the artist and DVIR Gallery 

    At first glance, this piece appears to be spontaneous lines reminiscent of graffiti, yet it conveys a sense of masculinity and resilience without crossing into aggression or violence. I appreciate the presence and aura in Adel Abdessemed’s artwork.   

    Sarah Lee, In the Shade of Swaying Leaves, 2025 

    Oil on canvas, 63.5 x 71.1 cm. Presented by Albertz Benda 

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    Sarah Lee, In the Shade of Swaying Leaves, 2025. Oil on canvas, 63.5 x 71.1 cm. Courtesy: the artist and Albertz Benda 

    The artwork evokes an atmosphere that blurs the lines between reality and imagination, as if illuminated by celestial skies and gentle moonlight – creating a dreamlike, contemplative state. The composition possesses a notable strength, characterized by precision and clear sense of focus.   

    Suejin Chung, Soul of Ice Cream, 2025 

    Oil on linen, 100 x 100 x 3.5 cm. Presented by Lee Eugean Gallery 

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    Suejin Chung, Soul of Ice Cream, 2025. Oil on linen, 100 x 100 x 3.5 cm. Courtesy: the artist and Lee Eugean Gallery 

    Though Suejin Chung’s work is unfamiliar to me, I find myself instantly intrigued by this piece. The notion of food possessing a soul is both whimsical and oddly relatable: my own musings have never been rendered with such flair or playful sophistication. It’s clear she’s serving up a delightful vision I can wholeheartedly appreciate.     

    Chung Sang-Hwa, Untitled 76-8, 1976 

    Acrylic on canvas, 227.3 x 181.8 cm. Presented by Gallery Hyundai 

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    Chung Sang-Hwa, Untitled 76-8, 1976. Acrylic on canvas, 227.3 x 181.8 cm. Courtesy: the artist and Gallery Hyundai 

    I have long admired the work of Chung Sang-Hwa. This monochromatic painting is a testament to dedication and meticulous effort, its layers unfolding into infinite depths of emotion and time. Its repetition whispers of Eastern spirituality and a meditative grace – inviting viewers to linger, perhaps just long enough to lose track of time and discover a new kind of tranquility.   

    LOV-LOV, A Quiet Expedition, 2025 

    Acrylic and silk thread on canvas, 150 x 200 cm. Presented by De Sarthe 

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    LOV-LOV, A Quiet Expedition, 2025. Acrylic and silk thread on canvas, 150 x 200 cm. Courtesy: the artist and De Sarthe 

    In an era when our lives are sliced and sorted by the screens we scroll, perhaps reality itself has begun to resemble a grid of pixels – at once starkly defined and perpetually perplexing. It’s a landscape rendered in certainties, yet somehow manages to confound the senses, reminding us of that clarity and confusion often march hand in hand. I am so confused. 

    About Sung Ahn 

    Sung Jae Ahn
    Sung Ahn. Courtesy: Mosu

    After working in renowned restaurants around the world, chef Sung Anh founded Mosu San Francisco in 2015, Mosu Seoul in 2017 and Mosu Hong Kong in 2020. His food draws inspiration from his grandmother’s traditional cookery and his own childhood memories. 

    About Frieze Seoul Viewing Room    

    Open to all from 27 August to 12 September, Frieze Viewing Room is the online catalogue for the fair, giving global audiences access to gallery presentations coming to Frieze Seoul 2025. Visitors can search artworks by artist, price, date and medium, save favourite artworks and presentations, chat with galleries and much more.      

    EXPLORE NOW   

    Further Information 

    Frieze Seoul, COEX, 3 – 6 September 2025.   

    For all the latest news from Frieze, sign up to the newsletter at frieze.com, and follow @friezeofficial on Instagram and Frieze Official on Facebook. 

    Frieze Seoul is supported by Headline Partner LG OLED, in a collaboration that merges the worlds of art and technology, and Global Lead Partner Deutsche Bank, continuing over two decades of shared commitment to artistic excellence. 

    Main image: Sung Ahn. Courtesy: Mosu


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  • Modification of metabolic syndrome parameters following the administration of polyglucosamine L112: results of a subgroup analysis of subjects enrolled in a double blind randomised placebo controlled clinical investigation | BMC Nutrition

    Modification of metabolic syndrome parameters following the administration of polyglucosamine L112: results of a subgroup analysis of subjects enrolled in a double blind randomised placebo controlled clinical investigation | BMC Nutrition

    Metabolic syndrome (MS) forms a cluster of metabolic dysregulations that encompasses multiple genetic and acquired entities that fall under the umbrella of insulin resistance [2].

    Given that CVDs constitute the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, it has become essential to investigate the role played by MS in this context to reduce the heavy burden of the disease [3].

    However, there is no single treatment for MS, and lifestyle modifications are required together with the currently available pharmacotherapy of related comorbidities. For these reasons, new therapies characterized by multiple activities are needed [4].

    Fiber intake is known to be associated with BW reduction [5] and increases the transit time of the feces [6].

    L112 is a Medical Device consisting of a cationic fiber that, in acidic medium, allows the formation of high-affinity bonds with lipid molecules present in the gastrointestinal lumen, decreasing their bioavailability. Once the gastric chyme reaches the duodenum, the pH increase transforms the combination of chitosan and the bound products into a gel, further limiting the absorption of the components.

    Structurally, L112 is a chitin derivative extracted from the exoskeleton of crustaceans and consisting of unbranched polymers of beta (1,4)-D-glucosamine, in which the chains are stabilized by hydrogen bonds. The network of polymers in L112 is biocompatible and capable of efficiently binding and other food components fats [7, 8] as shown in Fig. 1. In this way, large, poorly digestible lipid-chitosan-starch emulsions are created, which are partly eliminated and partly used as a substrate by the bacteria present in the colon.

    Fig. 1

    Chitosan binding with some food components in the stomach

    The lipases and colonic bacteria release fatty acids and metabolize them into products used for bacterial-membrane formation and as a source of energy [9]. Due to this activity, L112 treatment does not cause steatorrhea, and fat excretion in feces remains minimal.

    Pharmacological studies have shown that polyglucosamine reduces BW and increases fat excretion in feces, particularly acetate [10, 11].

    This aspect is significant because acetate drives insulin secretion, thereby promoting metabolic syndrome [12]. Furthermore, the high polarity of acetate enhances its binding affinity to L112 compared to long-chain lipids or cholesterol. This activity reduces acetate availability for the brain and decreases ghrelin secretion.

    A recent meta-analysis, including 399 subjects (ages ranging between 21 and 75 years, and a BMI between 26 and 45 kg/m2) followed for a period ranging from 12 weeks to 1 year, showed that L112 supplementation improved weight loss, decreased BMI, and improved abdominal circumference (AC) [13].

    In another meta-analysis [14], chitosan was shown to modify glycemic levels in people with metabolic syndrome following a treatment for at least 13 weeks at 1.6–3 g/day.

    In a recent investigation on L112 [15], it was shown that this substance-based medical device administered in tablets before the main meals allows a significant reduction of BW, insulin resistance, and cholesterol levels without the modification of fat-soluble vitamin and glucosamine levels.

    Moreover, polyglucosamine has been shown to reduce oxidative stress by limiting lipid oxidation and deposition in arterial walls and by modulating the intestinal absorption of dietary fats. This effect is particularly beneficial in reducing early signs of atherosclerosis and promoting cardiovascular health. This mechanism contributes to the prevention of subclinical atherosclerosis progression and improves arterial wall morphology, as evidenced by reduced carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) in clinical studies [16].

    Metabolic syndrome (MS) and oxidative stress are closely interconnected, with oxidative stress acting as both a cause and consequence of MS components such as obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. This relationship creates a vicious cycle that exacerbates metabolic dysfunction and increases cardiovascular risk [17].

    To date, no study has been conducted to evaluate the efficacy of polyglucosamine L112 on body weight, insulin resistance, and cholesterol in patients with metabolic syndrome, although the activities of polyglucosamine (antioxidant and reduction of BW, insulin resistance, and cholesterol levels) make this medical device an ideal candidate for the treatment of metabolic syndrome.

    The studies conducted have considered only the efficacy of chitosans on MS and were limited to blood glucose [14]. Polyglucosamine L112 instead consists of standardized polymers characterized by > 80% dgree of deacetylation and a peak molecular weight (Mp) of about 65 KDa and was shown active on body weight, cholesterol levels and insulin resistance [15]. Based on this background, the present study aims to evaluate the effects of polyglucosamine L112 compared to placebo on body weight, insulin resistance, and cholesterol levels in patients diagnosed with metabolic syndrome (MS) according to ATP III criteria [1].

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  • Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS puzzles NASA scientists with mysterious behavior

    Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS puzzles NASA scientists with mysterious behavior



    Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS puzzles NASA scientists with mysterious behavior

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued a chilling update on the mysterious interstellar object passing through our solar system, which many fear is an alien UFO.

    The comet was first discovered in July and is being dubbed 3I/ATLAS. However, now experts have discovered some of its archival images that date back to May 7.

    The images discovered using NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) reveals astonishing details about the comet’s behaviour.

    The space object’s unusual behaviour has rattled experts as the comparison between May and July images revealed that the comet has gotten five times brighter between May and July and scientists expect it to get brighter as it closes in on Earth.

    The distance travelled by the comet only explains the 1.5 times brightness increase and this unusual intensity has raised alarms.

    A Harvard physicist Professor Avi Loeb has already pointed out the unusual behaviour of the comet declaring it to be an alien spacecraft, urging governments to take defensive measures.

    Harvard scientist urges NASA to send ‘Peace’ message to mysterious space object
    Harvard scientist urges NASA to send ‘Peace’ message to mysterious space object

    The new discovery using TESS has confirmed that the comet has come from outside the solar system.

    An astronomer at University of Manchester, Professor Michael Garrett told Daily Mail, “Brightening cannot be explained by geometry alone,” adding that if the interstellar object isn’t symmetrical, then it rotates and we see different parts of the surface.

    “The bigger the comet looks, the brighter it will be,” he further added. 

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  • ESA’s Solar Orbiter Aids Paper on Energetic Electrons Emitted from the Sun – SpaceWatch.GLOBAL

    1. ESA’s Solar Orbiter Aids Paper on Energetic Electrons Emitted from the Sun  SpaceWatch.GLOBAL
    2. Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery of the Sun’s Fastest Particles  SciTechDaily
    3. Solar orbiter reveals the dual nature of energetic particles from the Sun  Open Access Government
    4. ESA’s Solar Orbiter to help track coronal mass ejections  theregister.com
    5. Solar Orbiter traces super-fast electrons back to the Sun  cosmosmagazine.com

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  • NASA alert! Massive asteroid 2025 QH16 set to zoom past Earth today in a close flyby at 18,500 mph; here’s what you need to know |

    NASA alert! Massive asteroid 2025 QH16 set to zoom past Earth today in a close flyby at 18,500 mph; here’s what you need to know |

    Asteroid 2025 QH16 makes its presence known as a reminder that the night sky is never completely still. Although space often appears calm and infinite, near-Earth objects like this asteroid can approach our planet, drawing attention from astronomers worldwide. Measuring roughly 43 feet across and traveling at more than 18,500 miles per hour, it will safely pass Earth on September 2, 2025, at a distance exceeding 2.8 million miles. Its close approach underscores the ongoing need for asteroid monitoring, planetary defense strategies, and international scientific collaboration, proving that even seemingly quiet skies can host dynamic cosmic activity.

    Asteroid 2025 QH16 approaching Earth today: Size, speed and distance

    Asteroid 2025 QH16 is a relatively small near-Earth object, measuring around 43 feet (approximately 13 meters) wide. Despite its modest size, it travels at an astonishing speed of 18,583 miles per hour (29,900 kilometers per hour).On September 2, 2025, the asteroid will make its closest approach to Earth at a distance of 2,810,000 miles (4.52 million kilometers). To put this in perspective, it is more than 11 times the distance between the Earth and the Moon. While this may seem far, astronomers categorize such a flyby as “close” in cosmic terms, as asteroids of this size rarely pass within a few million miles of Earth.The asteroid belongs to the Aten group, a category of near-Earth asteroids whose orbits frequently intersect Earth’s path. While Aten asteroids are closely watched because of their orbital patterns, experts confirm that 2025 QH16 poses no threat to the planet.

    Why 2025 QH16 is not classified as hazardous

    NASA classifies an asteroid as potentially hazardous if it meets two criteria: size and proximity. Specifically:

    • Size: Asteroids wider than 85 meters (279 feet)
    • Distance: Objects passing within 7.4 million kilometers (4.6 million miles) of Earth

    Since 2025 QH16 is only 43 feet wide and will remain well outside the hazardous distance threshold, it does not qualify as a dangerous asteroid. Scientists emphasise that tracking these small objects remains essential, even when they are not hazardous, as slight changes in their orbits could alter their trajectories over time.

    How space agencies track asteroids and prepare for future threats

    Even seemingly harmless asteroids are carefully observed. Small gravitational nudges from planets, the Sun, or other objects can subtly shift an asteroid’s orbit, sometimes enough to change its future trajectory.To maintain readiness, global space agencies—including NASA, ESA, JAXA, and ISRO—coordinate to track near-Earth objects (NEOs) continuously. This ensures early detection of any unexpected path changes and provides time for mitigation strategies if needed.For example, ISRO Chairman S. Somanath has highlighted upcoming missions to study large asteroids, such as Apophis in 2029. Such initiatives will include collaborative research, orbital studies, and potentially landing missions, increasing global preparedness for future asteroid encounters.

    Asteroid 2025 QH16 flyby highlights the importance of planetary vigilance

    Although asteroid 2025 QH16 will safely pass Earth, its approach is a reminder of the dynamic nature of our solar system. A calm night sky can suddenly host fast-moving visitors, emphasizing the importance of scientific vigilance.The flyby also underscores why nations invest in planetary defense programs, asteroid tracking technologies, and collaborative research. By studying even small near-Earth objects, scientists can improve predictions, understand asteroid behavior, and prepare for any future risks.Events like 2025 QH16’s passage highlight both the excitement of space exploration and the necessity of continuous observation. Humanity’s efforts to monitor near-Earth objects are as much about scientific discovery as they are about protecting our planet from rare, but potentially serious, cosmic hazards.Also Read | Lunar eclipse 2025: Over 7 billion people to witness rare ‘Chandra Grahan’ on September 7; how to watch the blood moon and essential tips


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  • FTSE under pressure while GBP/USD grinds higher and gold hits record high

    FTSE under pressure while GBP/USD grinds higher and gold hits record high

    ​The US dollar steadied near a five-week low while gold surged to a record $3,508.00 an ounce on expectations of a Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cut this month, with markets pricing in an 89% chance of a 25 basis point move in September.

    Wall Street reopens after Monday’s holiday, with futures slightly weaker as investors focus on upcoming labour data, including Friday’s non-farm payrolls (NFPs), to gauge the possibility of a larger cut.

    ​FTSE 100 remains under pressure

    The FTSE 100 probes the July-to-early August highs at 9,189-to-9,157 which may act as a support zone.

    If fallen through on a daily chart closing basis, the mid-August low at 9,127 will be next in line.

    Resistance can now be spotted at the mid-August high at 9,228. While it caps, downside pressure is likely to be maintained. 

    FTSE 100 daily candlestick chart

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