Jack Draper, a British tennis player, has reached the US Open quarterfinals, becoming the first British man to achieve this feat since Andy Murray in 2016. Draper defeated Tomas Machac in straight sets, showcasing dominant serving and resilience. He expressed admiration for Andy Murray and his hopes for a successful career. Draper’s off-court interests include fashion, which he showcased in a Vogue photoshoot earlier this year.
India’s Paralympic athletes continue to make history in Paris. Sumit Antil became the second Indian to defend a Paralympic gold medal, winning the men’s F64 javelin throw with a record-breaking performance. Yogesh Kathuniya also secured a silver in the men’s discus throw F56 category, while Preethi Pal made history as the first Indian woman track and field athlete to win two medals at a single Paralympics.
Clarkson University has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the EPA to develop a groundbreaking nanosensor technology capable of detecting, monitoring, and degrading PFAS in water sources. This innovative technology will contribute significantly to protecting public health and the environment by providing a rapid and effective solution for managing PFAS contamination.
Despite a recent run drought, Pakistan’s Test coach Jason Gillespie remains confident in star batsman Babar Azam’s ability to regain his form. While Azam has faced criticism for his underwhelming performance in the ongoing series against Bangladesh, Gillespie believes Azam is on the verge of a strong comeback.
Scientists have finally unraveled the mystery behind the formation of large gold nuggets found in quartz veins. Earthquakes, by triggering piezoelectric charges in quartz, cause gold to precipitate and solidify, leading to the formation of these valuable nuggets.
Priyansh Arya, a young cricketer who recently achieved the feat of hitting six sixes in an over in a Delhi Premier League (DPL) match, has expressed his desire to play for Virat Kohli’s Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Arya, who is currently the highest run-scorer in the DPL, has been instrumental in his team’s success and is hoping to lead them to victory in the tournament.
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams reported strange noises emanating from the Starliner spacecraft docked at the International Space Station. The incident has raised concerns about the spacecraft’s reliability, forcing NASA to expedite its return to Earth.
Get ready for a celestial spectacle! Saturn reaches opposition on September 8, 2024, offering the best view of its majestic rings. Learn how to spot the ringed planet at its brightest, when to look, and the unique phenomenon that makes this event so special.
NASA continues to capture breathtaking images of our universe, from nearby star clusters to distant galaxies, providing a glimpse into the vastness and beauty of space. This article highlights five captivating images showcasing the wonders of the cosmos.
A new study using data from the James Webb Space Telescope suggests that black holes may be responsible for making early galaxies appear larger than they actually are. This finding helps reconcile observations with the standard model of cosmology, which previously couldn’t explain the prevalence of these massive galaxies.
