China space program targets July launch for Mars mission

Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space program in an effort to catch up with its rival the United States and affirm its status as a major world power.

25 May 15:15 • The Jakarta Post • 7678601103988538440.html

China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission

BEIJING: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the ...

25 May 15:29 • CNA • 5644198864116119595.html

Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops in several states

Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan and have made their way into Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.

25 May 15:20 • India Today • 4286117813704019437.html

Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops across north India

Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan where they flew in from Iran last year. From Rajasthan, locusts entered Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and UP. Punjab has also put its farmers on alert.

25 May 15:20 • India Today • 4286117814100948415.html

Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe

Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.

25 May 15:00 • The Age • 7967730562373486816.html

Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe

Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.

25 May 15:00 • Brisbane Times • 2314609339392559328.html