Defending champion Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the US Open in the third round by 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin of Australia, marking the end of his bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title. Djokovic’s loss also marks the first men’s tennis season since 2002 where none of the Big Three (Federer, Djokovic, and Nadal) have won a Slam championship.
A recent study reveals that the explosion of SpaceX’s Starship rocket during its second orbital test flight created a temporary hole in Earth’s ionosphere. This hole was formed not by chemical reactions, but by the shock wave of the explosion, temporarily altering the properties of the plasma in that region of space.
Novak Djokovic, the world No. 2 and defending champion, suffered a stunning third-round defeat at the US Open, falling to Australian Alexei Popyrin in four sets. This marks the end of Djokovic’s bid to add to his 24 Grand Slam titles this year.
India’s Avani Lekhara etched her name in the history books by becoming the first Indian to win consecutive Paralympic gold medals. She achieved this feat in the women’s 10m air rifle (SH1) event, setting a new Paralympic record. India also secured a historic double podium finish in the event, with Mona taking the bronze medal. On Day 2, India won a total of four medals, including a silver and two bronzes, highlighting their strong start at the Paris Paralympics.
The second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was washed out on the opening day due to persistent rain. The wet outfield and drainage issues forced umpires to abandon play shortly after lunch. Bangladesh, aiming for a historic away series win, leads the two-match series 1-0.
NASA has announced changes to the crew for its upcoming SpaceX Crew-9 mission, scheduled for September 2024. Astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov will now lead the mission, while Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson have been reassigned to future missions. The decision to reduce the crew size was made after an uncrewed Boeing Crew Flight Test and the need for a crew with Roscosmos representation for effective space station operations.
Indian para shooter Avani Lekhara continued her dominance, claiming the gold medal in the women’s 10m air rifle final at the Paris Paralympics. Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker commended Lekhara’s inspiring journey, urging everyone to learn from the determination of the para-athletes who brought home medals for India.
While summer heat may seem like the culprit behind those pesky headaches, experts suggest that it’s not the heat itself but rather the associated factors that trigger headaches during warmer months. From poor air quality to sleep disruptions, find out the real reasons behind summertime headaches and how to manage them.
The Tasmanian tiger, a unique marsupial predator, once roamed Australia and New Guinea before vanishing from the mainland and ultimately succumbing to extinction on the island of Tasmania. This article explores the life and demise of this fascinating creature, delving into its unique biology, the reasons for its extinction, and the ongoing efforts to revive it.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a mosquito-borne virus, has recently made headlines after a man died from the infection in New Hampshire. While rare, EEE can be deadly, and this article explains what it is, how it spreads, and how to protect yourself.
