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Sep202019 by adminNo Comments

Euclid space telescope to study ‘dark Universe’ makes progress

Europe's space mission to uncover the secrets of the "dark Universe" has reached a key milestone.The test model of the Euclid telescope has just emerged from a chamber where it was subjected to the kind of conditions experienced in orbit.It was a critical moment for engineers because the successful trial confirms the observatory's design is on track.Euclid, due for launch in 2022, will map the cosmos for clues to the nature of dark matter and dark energy.These phenomena appear to control the shape and expansion of the Universe but virtually nothing is known about them.The €800m venture, led by the European Space Agency (Esa), will be one of a group of new experiments to come online in the next f

Jun272019 by adminNo Comments

Tory hopefuls told not to squander UK science progress

Science

The Conservative leadership candidates have been urged to make a pledge to put scientific research at the heart of their economic policy. Scientific bodies have called on Jeremy Hunt and Boris Johnson to set out their long-term plans for research.They want them to commit to ensuring that the UK remains a world leader in research and innovation.There is also alarm that the political uncertainty is stalling efforts to develop a strategy for UK science.The president of the UK's Royal Society, Prof Sir Venki Ramakrishnan, told BBC News that the uncertainty "could threaten the research and innovation that are vital for the long-term health of our economy". More stories like this:Science has been relatively well-funded under Theresa Ma...

Feb272019 by adminNo Comments

Real Madrid 0-3 Barcelona (1-4 on aggregate): Luis Suarez scores twice as holders progress to sixth consecutive Copa del Rey final

Sports

THREE AND EASY Suarez's brace included an audacious panenka penalty while Raphael Varane netted an own-goal Luis Suarez scored twice to help earn Barcelona a 3-0 win (4-1 on aggregate) over Real Madrid in El Clasico and secure them a place in the Copa del Rey final for sixth consecutive season. Barcelona celebrate their 3-0 victory The home side were dominant but failed to take any of their chances and, following a goalless first-half, Barcelona made the breakthrough when Suarez finished from Ousmane Dembele’s cross. An own-goal from Raphael Varane on 69 minutes doubled Barcelona’s advantage and Suarez added his second with an audacious penalty, which he chipped past Keylor Navas. More to follow.. Let's block...

Dec132018 by adminNo Comments

Celtic 1-2 Red Bull Salzburg: Bhoys progress to Europa League knockout stages, despite Craig Gordon’s mistake

Sports

FOR THE BHOYS The keeper earned comparisons with Liverpool flop Loris Karius for his error Celtic are through to the Europa League knockout stages despite a 2-1 home defeat to Red Bull Salzburg in Group B. Brendan Rodgers’ men knew they could afford to get a draw and qualify as runners-up behind the already-qualified Austrian side. Brendan Rodgers applauds the home fans after the full time whistle However, the result in the Rosenborg and RB Liepzig game meant their 2-0 deficit would see them crash out. Craig Gordon’s intercepted throw was the pick of the goals, with fans comparing the Scot to Liverpool flop Loris Karius. But Tore Reginiussen’s equaliser for Rosenborg ensured the Scottish side did progress ...

Sep252018 by adminNo Comments

Life expectancy progress in UK 'stops for first time'

Health

Life expectancy in the UK has stopped improving for the first time since 1982 when figures began. Women's life expectancy from birth remains 82.9 years, and for men it is 79.2, the figures from the Office for National Statistics for 2015-17 show. In some parts of the UK life expectancy has even decreased.For men and women in Scotland and Wales it declined by more than a month, while men in Northern Ireland have seen a similar fall. How long are you going to live? UK among worst for life expectancy rises For women in Northern Ireland, and for men and women in England, life expectancy at birth is unchanged.The data also shows that the UK lags other leading countries for life expectancy, including France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy and Japan.AnalysisBy Ro...