Vera C. Rubin Observatory

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition 15 Oct 2026, 09:52 AM IST

Vera Rubin Observatory Spots Largest Ultra-Fast Spinning Asteroid Yet

Astronomers using the Vera C. Rubin Observatory have identified the largest known asteroid rotating at an extreme pace, a discovery that sharpens understanding of how small bodies survive intense spin forces in the solar system. The finding, reported from early Rubin observations and discussed in preprint form, adds a new data point to the physics of asteroid structure, cohesion, and long-term stability.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Oct 2026, 01:00 PM IST

Macron’s Free-Speech Rebuke of the U.S. Fuels Backlash as France Faces Unrest

French President Emmanuel Macron’s renewed push for tighter online controls has triggered a sharp transatlantic backlash, with critics accusing him of undermining free expression while France grapples with unrest at home. The dispute has widened into a broader argument over whether Europe’s response to disinformation and disorder is becoming a model of digital censorship rather than democratic resilience.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 10:11 PM IST

Global Conservation Coverage Appears Far Higher Than Thought, Raising the Stakes for 30x30 Targets

A new Nature analysis suggests that the world may already be conserving far more land than previous estimates indicated, with nearly 27% of Earth’s land managed for conservation. The findings sharpen debate over the global 30x30 pledge, while underscoring that many of the most critical ecosystems remain exposed to mining, development, and weak enforcement.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 04:42 PM IST

Vijay Deverakonda on 'Ranabaali': Rashmika Can Switch Off After Work, I Cannot

Ahead of the release of 'Ranabaali', Vijay Deverakonda has offered a candid look at the discipline required for his latest period drama, set against the Madras Famine era. The actor said his Rayalaseema dialect preparation was demanding and contrasted his own tendency to carry work home with Rashmika Mandanna's ability to detach once filming ends.

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Global Markets & Equities15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

Verastem Says Early RAS Drug Data Set a New Bar in Pancreatic Cancer

Verastem Oncology says early clinical data for its KRAS G12D-targeting drug showed responses in pancreatic cancer, a notoriously difficult disease with few effective options. The update comes as the company raises capital and advances the program toward a pivotal phase III study, sharpening investor focus on whether the drug can emerge as a meaningful competitor in one of oncology’s most competitive races.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 10:53 AM IST

Nomura turns bullish on Paytm with Buy call, sees 31% upside on earnings leverage and new growth engines

Nomura has initiated coverage on One 97 Communications, the parent of Paytm, with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 2,250, implying about 31% upside from current levels. The brokerage’s thesis rests on accelerating EBITDA expansion through payments scale, merchant lending, AI-led cost efficiencies and optionality from UPI MDR revenue, with international expansion and the enterprise AI product Pi adding further upside.

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Global Economy & Central Banks15 Oct 2026, 09:51 AM IST

Social Security Announces 3.6% Cost-of-Living Increase for 2027, Lifting Average Checks by $75

The Social Security Administration said retirement benefits will rise by 3.6% in 2027, a change that will increase the average monthly check by about $75. The adjustment reflects the program’s annual inflation-linked formula and arrives as retirees continue to face elevated costs for housing, food, and health care.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition14 Oct 2026, 03:05 AM IST

Vera Rubin Observatory Identifies Largest Known Ultra-Fast Spinning Asteroid

Astronomers using the Vera C. Rubin Observatory have identified the largest known asteroid that rotates at an extreme rate, adding a striking new data point to the study of small-body physics. The finding sharpens scientific understanding of how asteroids hold together under intense rotational stress and may help refine models used to assess future impact risks.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition10 Oct 2026, 12:27 AM IST

NASA’s Dawn Image of Mars Reveals Vera Rubin Ridge in Unprecedented Detail

NASA has released a striking dawn image from the Curiosity rover that captures the Martian landscape around Vera Rubin Ridge with unusual clarity, offering scientists a sharper look at layered cliffs and terrain shaped by ancient geologic forces. While the image is visually dramatic, its scientific value lies in what it can reveal about Mars’ past environment and the planet’s long transition from a wetter world to the arid desert seen today.

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