Context: Sweden, a recent NATO member, is testing new drone swarm technology for military applications. The technology allows groups of drones to work together autonomously for reconnaissance and identification purposes. This development is likely a response to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Drone swarm technology is seriously cool stuff! It involves using multiple unmanned aerial … Read more
Chinese scientists have developed an innovative mining method that significantly improves the recovery speed and environmental impact of rare earth element (REE) production. Key Features of the New Method: Electrokinetic Mining (EKM) Technique Application and Testing: Advantages Over Conventional Methods: Economic Feasibility: Strategic Importance: Reference: SCMP
The Rome Declaration on Water Scarcity in Agriculture, adopted during FAO’s 2024 World Food Forum, addresses water scarcity challenges worsened by climate change. It emphasizes sustainable water use, climate resilience, and supporting family farming. The initiative builds on global efforts like WASAG and aims to improve rural livelihoods through investments and policy support. Key Event: … Read more
Iran has declared its intention to relocate its capital from Tehran, the country’s largest northern city, to the Makran coast in the south. This decision to move the capital, which has been in Tehran for over two centuries, is driven by several considerations. Iran is exploring plans to shift its capital from Tehran to address … Read more
China has initiated 2025 with a significant advancement in space technology by launching the Shijian-25 satellite. This mission aims to test on-orbit refueling and life extension technologies, marking a pivotal step toward sustainable space operations. Launch Details The Shijian-25 satellite was launched aboard a Long March 3B rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in … Read more
The development of AI models capable of reasoning and coding has historically required significant financial resources and proprietary technology. However, researchers from the NovaSky team at UC Berkeley have introduced Sky-T1-32B-Preview, an open-source reasoning model trained for less than $450, demonstrating that advanced AI development can be both accessible and cost-effective. Overview: Breaking Barriers in … Read more
