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Ukraine fires US-made longer-range missiles into Russia for first time

Ukraine fires US-made longer-range missiles into Russia for first time

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine fired several American-supplied longer-range missiles into Russia, officials said Tuesday, marking the first time Kyiv used the weapons that way in 1,000 days of war. The use of the Army Tactical Missile System, known as ATACMS, came as Russian President Vladimir Putin formally lowered the threshold for using nuclear weapons, opening […]

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Northwestern University team members pose with lunar inflatable prototypes from their METALS project in NASA’s 2024 BIG Idea Challenge.

Northwestern University Takes Top Honors in BIG Idea Lunar Inflatables Challenge 

Following eight months of intense research, design, and prototyping, six university teams presented their “Inflatable Systems for Lunar Operations” concepts to a panel of judges at NASA’s 2024 Breakthrough, Innovative and Game-Changing (BIG) Idea Challenge forum.  The challenge, funded by NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate and Office of STEM Engagement, seeks novel ideas from higher

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Exotrail’s geostationary spacevan to launch on Ariane 6 in 2026

Exotrail’s geostationary spacevan to launch on Ariane 6 in 2026

BREMEN, Germany — Exotrail’s geostationary spacevan is set to ride aboard Ariane 6 in 2026, in a boost for European space mobility capabilities. Arianespace announced the contract for launch on board a heavy-lift Ariane 64 rocket Nov. 19. Launch will take place from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana in the second half of 2026. The

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WestJet expands transatlantic connections from St. John’s with new Paris route and Dublin service return

WestJet expands transatlantic connections from St. John’s with new Paris route and Dublin service return

WestJet’s summer 2024 schedule introduces exciting transatlantic routes for St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. Highlights include a brand-new direct flight to Paris, the return of the popular Dublin service, and expanded flights to London (Gatwick). These additions position St. John’s International Airport (YYT) as a key gateway to Europe and a strategic hub for international travel.

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Cambria Hotel Imperial-El Centro Debuts Under Brick Hospitality’s Expert Management

Cambria Hotel Imperial-El Centro Debuts Under Brick Hospitality’s Expert Management

This Leading Hotel Management Company is Ushering in a New Era of Hospitality and Service to the Imperial Valley. The 108-room Cambria Hotel Imperial-El Centro, managed by San Diego-based Brick Hospitality, has officially opened as the only full-service hotel in the Imperial Valley. Brick Hospitality, known for its expertise in managing upscale properties across California,

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Grand Hyatt Strengthens Global Brand Presence with Openings in New Markets and Notable Renovations

Grand Hyatt Strengthens Global Brand Presence with Openings in New Markets and Notable Renovations

CHICAGO – The Grand Hyatt brand, featuring a global portfolio of hotels that celebrate the iconic in small details and magnificent moments, continues to expand its global footprint in key destinations that matter most to guests, World of Hyatt members, customers and owners. Building on the latest openings of Grand Hyatt Deer Valley, Grand Hyatt

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Sappi pledges R10.8bn in ongoing investment in KwaZulu-Natal

Sappi pledges R10.8bn in ongoing investment in KwaZulu-Natal

In a strong demonstration of its ongoing commitment to supporting investment in KwaZulu-Natal, Sappi Southern Africa has pledged to invest R10.8bn in the province over the next five years. This significant pledge was announced by SappiSA CEO Alex Thiel at the KZN Investment Conference, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC in Durban on 11

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Microsoft pitches AI agents that can perform tasks on their own at annual Ignite event

Microsoft pitches AI agents that can perform tasks on their own at annual Ignite event

The move has been criticised by other tech companies who have branded Microsoft as being a “panic mode”. ADVERTISEMENT In opening remarks to a company conference in the United States on Tuesday, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has set the stage for where the company is taking its artificial intelligence (AI) business. AI developers are increasingly

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Prosecutors Oppose Dismissing Trump’s Hush Money Conviction

Prosecutors Oppose Dismissing Trump’s Hush Money Conviction

(NEW YORK) — New York prosecutors oppose any effort to dismiss President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, but they expressed some openness Tuesday to delaying sentencing until after his impending second term. In a court filing Tuesday, the Manhattan district attorney’s office said Trump’s forthcoming presidency isn’t grounds for dropping a case that was already

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