SEA OF TRANQUILITY
Scientists have confirmed a cave on the moon that could be used to shelter future explorers
Scientists have confirmed the existence of a cave on the moon near the Apollo 11 landing site, potentially offering shelter for future astronauts. Located at the Sea of Tranquility, 250 miles from where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed, the cave is accessible from the deepest known pit on the moon. This discovery, led by an Italian team using NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter data, suggests there could be hundreds of similar pits and lava tubes. These natural shelters could protect astronauts from cosmic rays, solar radiation, and micro-meteorites, offering an alternative to building habitats from scratch.
The real issue of rising zenophobia
Joe Biden critiques 'xenophobic' policies, but the concern is 'zenophobia.' Zenophobes fear silence, resort to absurd measures, dreading serenity. Guidance may help embrace tranquillity.
Mamata Banerjee announces slew of new policies, sub-sea cable landing station, industrial corridors
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced several new policies at the Bengal Global Business Summit, including plans to double exports, modernize logistics, and promote renewable energy manufacturing. The state's economy is growing at 8.41% and is expected to reach USD 212 billion this fiscal. Banerjee also announced a policy to promote bio-fuels and a new sub-sea cable landing station at Digha sea-resort to improve internet connectivity.
China's premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing's aggression at sea
Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized China's importance as the world's second-largest economy and top trading partner in talks with Southeast Asian leaders. He highlighted China's history of friendship with Southeast Asia and the joint efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. However, rival claimant states in the South China Sea expressed concerns over China's aggressive actions in the disputed region.
China agitates neighbors as it maps out territorial claims
China's Ministry of Natural Resources has published a new map that asserts its territorial claims, angering neighboring countries. Five ASEAN nations, including the Philippines and Vietnam, have denounced China's "creative cartography" in the South China Sea. The map shows an expanded version of China's controversial Nine-Dash Line, now with ten dashes, and claims territories including the Natuna Islands of Indonesia and the eastern part of Taiwan.
China a habitual offender in redrawing maps: Congress
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said Indian territories including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin are indistinguishable and inalienable part of India and "no arbitrarily invented Chinese map can change that". Another Congress leader and Lok Sabha member Manish Tewari also said China's claims on Arunachal Pradesh are "absurd, illogical and historically incorrect" and urged the government to introspect and reclaim Indian territories occupied by China during recent transgressions.
Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas set to become world's largest cruise ship in January 2024
Royal Caribbean proudly reveals that the Icon of the Seas surpasses its current largest ship, the Wonder of the Seas, by an impressive 6% in size and an additional 10 feet in length. This architectural marvel was meticulously constructed at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, where it underwent rigorous testing during its trial run. The vessel's construction commenced in April 2022, and it is now eagerly awaiting its inaugural voyage, scheduled to depart from Miami on January 27, 2024.
Leaders' consensus to maintain peace at borders cannot be 'swept under carpet', India tells China
In a candid address to the ICWA (Indian Council of World Affairs)-CPIFA (Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs) virtual dialogue on April 15, Indian Ambassador to China Vikram Misri also questioned the Chinese officials ignoring the "significant consensus" reached by the leaders of the two sides about the importance of maintaining peace along the LAC.
Be prepared to respond to 'complex and difficult' situations: President Xi Jinping tells Chinese military
Xi also spoke of uncertain times, amid the growing tensions with the US as President Joe Biden continues to pursue the hardline policy of his predecessor Donald Trump towards China.
Thailand's tourist drought leaves space for shy sea mammal
Drone video footage released by the department of national parks shows a 30-strong herd of dugongs on Wednesday off Libong island in Trang province. They were feeding on sea grass and occasionally surfaced to breathe.
View: Chinese transgressions in South China Sea need strong pushback
Even though Vietnam and China have for years been embroiled in a dispute over the potentially energy-rich stretch of waters and a busy shipping lane in the South China Sea, the latter’s encroachments into Vietnam’s EEZ has intensified in recent years, perhaps to fulfil Emperor Xi Jinping’s dream of Chinese hegemony of the region.
Scenic encounters, tranquil waters: Here's where to head for a weekend getaway this monsoon
Monsoon showers transform most tourist spots into quiet, green retreats covered with mist and fog
Serenade by the sea: Enjoy river cruise options in Kerala, Lakshadweep
With the temperatures soaring, explore the Indian waterways on your summerscapes during the next trip.
India, China discuss border issue, South China Sea
Top army officials from India and China met during which the contentious border issue is believed to have been discussed, besides the South China Sea.
Red Sea, Peru or Maldives: Dive deep into the heart and soul of a new travel destination
Here are few popular travel themes internationally that focus on history, culture, or people of the local community you are visiting.
Italy's hidden charm lies in Cinque Terre
The magic of Cinque Terre, a community of five villages perched on a cliff on the Italian coast.
Enter the zone of tranquility: Why you must plan a visit to the French colony of Pondicherry, soon!
Cobbled pathways, bicycle rides and majestic villas dot the streets of Puducherry. Come along...
China opposed to exploration that violates sovereignty in South China Sea
China today warned that it will firmly oppose any exploration activity in South China Sea if it undermines its "sovereignty and interests", hours after India inked a pact with Vietnam for exploration.
Rising sea to engulf parts of Maharastra, Kerala?
Kerala’s tranquil stretches of emerald green backwaters and Mumbai are among several locales on the western and eastern coasts facing threat from the rising sea level due to climate change.
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