NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore will not be returning home on the Boeing Starliner spacecraft after encountering anomalies. The Starliner will return uncrewed by September 6th, while the astronauts will reach Earth on a SpaceX craft in February 2025. This decision follows past mistakes and the tragic Columbia disaster, which emphasizes NASA’s commitment to safety.
Indian shooter Avani Lekhara successfully defended her Paralympic title in the women’s 10m air rifle (SH1) event, achieving a new world record score. Fellow Indian Mona Agarwal also secured a bronze medal in the competition.
A Roman battering ram, dating back over 2,200 years, has been recovered from the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Sicily. This artifact, once part of an ancient warship, is believed to have been used during the pivotal Battle of the Aegates, the final battle of the First Punic War between Rome and Carthage.
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Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, which transported NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station (ISS) in June, has been grounded due to safety concerns. Leaks discovered during the mission have led NASA and Boeing to deem the spacecraft unsafe for their return journey. The astronauts are currently stranded on the ISS, with their return now projected for February 2025 at the earliest.
A weather station in southern Iran has reported an unprecedented heat index of 82.2°C (180°F), potentially the highest ever recorded on Earth. While the reading is under investigation, the event highlights the extreme heatwave gripping the Middle East and underscores the growing threat of climate change.
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, currently docked at the International Space Station, will return to Earth on September 7th after a three-month mission. This return follows a technical issue that delayed the astronauts’ original return date and ultimately led to their retrieval by a SpaceX vehicle. The return flight is expected to be safe and uneventful.
Ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar, seeking strength and guidance after a tumultuous Olympic experience. She was disqualified from the women’s 50kg competition for exceeding the weight limit, leading to a controversial finish and a subsequent retirement announcement. Despite the disappointment, Vinesh hinted at a possible return to the sport.
Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football legend, received a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, recognizing his remarkable achievements in the UEFA Champions League. The award was presented during the draw for the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase in Monaco. Ronaldo’s illustrious career in the competition, spanning over 18 years, was celebrated, highlighting his record-breaking goal-scoring feats and multiple Champions League titles.
Botic van de Zandschulp, a Dutch player ranked 74th, stunned the tennis world by defeating top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the US Open, ending Alcaraz’s 15-match Grand Slam winning streak.
