WhatsApp on iOS is introducing a new login method through passkeys, enhancing security and convenience. Users can now log in seamlessly using Face ID, Touch ID, or their passcode, eliminating the hassle of SMS verification. This feature is available for iOS 17 and onwards, providing an additional layer of protection for WhatsApp chats.
Pro-Palestinian Columbia students have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the university, alleging discrimination and mistreatment in response to their protests over the Gaza conflict and against the university’s policies toward Palestinian students. The complaint, filed with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), claims that Columbia has failed to protect Palestinian students from harassment and abuse, and has retaliated against them for their activism.
The Karnataka School Examinations and Assessments Board (KSEAB) is expected to release the Class 10 or SSLC results soon on its official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in. According to sources, the results could be out by May 10, though official confirmation is still pending. Students can check their results by visiting the official website, entering their roll number and name, and downloading a copy for reference. The SSLC exams were conducted from March 25 to April 6, with the first language paper being Kannada. Additionally, practical and oral exams were held on April 8, 2024. The results for Karnataka PUC 2 have already been announced, with an overall pass percentage of 81.15%.
At 90 years old, Ed Dwight is set to become the oldest person to travel to space aboard a Blue Origin rocket. Despite being selected as a potential astronaut in the 1960s, Dwight never realized his dream due to discrimination. Now, decades later, he will finally have the opportunity to experience space. The flight, scheduled to last 11 minutes, will not pose significant health concerns due to its short duration. Dwight’s upcoming spaceflight is seen as a culmination of his remarkable life story, which includes his passion for aviation, art, and overcoming racial barriers in the Air Force.
A recent study conducted during the total solar eclipse on April 8th revealed that animal stress levels were significantly lower than those observed during a similar eclipse seven years prior. Researchers attribute this difference to a reduction in human excitement and noise, highlighting the impact that human behavior can have on animal welfare during these celestial events.
In a significant move to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) computing capabilities, technology giant Nvidia has acquired the Israeli-based startup Run:ai. The acquisition, valued at an estimated $700 million, will enable Nvidia to strengthen its software offerings for handling AI workloads. Nvidia and Run:ai have collaborated since 2020, and the acquisition is expected to further cement Nvidia’s position as a leading player in the AI computing market.
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is anticipated to announce the ICSE and ISC Results 2024 soon. As per past trends, the results are likely to be declared in the first week of May. Students can check their scores on the official website, cisce.org, once they are released.
Today, China will embark on its latest astronaut mission, Shenzhou 18, with three crewmembers heading to the Tiangong space station. The launch is scheduled for 8:59 a.m. EDT (1259 GMT; 8:59 p.m. Beijing time) on April 25 from China’s Jiuquan spaceport atop a Long March 2F rocket. Witness the historic event live on Space.com, courtesy of Chinese broadcaster CCTV, with coverage beginning at approximately 5:45 a.m. EDT (0945 GMT).
The Shenzhou 18 crew, consisting of commander Ye Guangfu, fellow astronaut Li Cong, and spaceflight rookie Li Guangsu, will join the three astronauts currently residing on Tiangong during the Shenzhou 17 mission, who are nearing the end of their six-month stay.
China has launched three new astronauts to its Tiangong space station, amid warnings from NASA that the country’s space ambitions could lead to a potential conflict on the moon. The Shenzhou-18 crew, consisting of Commander Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu, will embark on a six-month mission, conducting scientific experiments, installing space debris protection equipment, and carrying out payload experiments. The launch marks another milestone in China’s growing space program, which has seen the country build its own space station after being excluded from the International Space Station due to U.S. concerns.
Marine scientists have made the rare feat of attaching a camera to a 9-foot female great white shark, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the predator’s underwater world. The camera tag, along with a GPS tracker, will transmit real-time data on the shark’s location and behavior for a year. This research aims to shed light on the mysterious behavior of white sharks in the southeastern U.S., particularly during winter and spring months.
