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First Ride: Maxxis Highroller III Tire – DH Race Ready – Pinkbike

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Maxxis’ latest downhill tire bears the name Highroller, but technically it’s the Highroller III. The original Highroller came out in 2004, followed by the Highroller II in 2011. The name may be the same, but there aren’t many similarities between the new model and its predecessors when it comes to the actual tread pattern. Instead, … Read more

Europe ready for crucial first launch of Ariane 6

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HELSINKI — Europe stands at a crucial moment as the Ariane 6 launch vehicle prepares for its maiden flight on Tuesday. The Ariane 6 launch is scheduled for 9 July between 14:00 and 18:00 Eastern Time (18:00–22:00 UTC) from the Kourou launch site in French Guiana. The European Space Agency (ESA) will stream the launch … Read more

Get ready for tomorrow’s star show: the planetary parade promises a spectacular sky display!

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Planetary Parade To Light Up The Sky On June 29

Astronomers and stargazers across the United States are in for a treat this weekend with a rare planetary alignment set to take place on Saturday, June 29. This celestial event, known as a planetary parade, will see several planets visible in the early morning sky, providing a spectacular display for those willing to get up … Read more

Are we ready for an asteroid to hit Earth? NASA sees work to be done.

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In NASA's scenario, humanity has 14 years to face an asteroid with a 72% chance of hitting Earth.

Is humanity willing to shoot down an asteroid with a 72% chance of hitting Earth within 14 years? Scientists and experts say there is work to be done. When NASA presented the hypothetical scenario, devised by the Planetary Defense Coordination Office, to a group of nearly 100 government representatives, they found that their plan to … Read more

Get ready to see an aerial explosion that only happens once every 80 years

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Every 80 years, the heavens give us a rare gift: a stellar explosion called a nova that surpasses all other cosmic wonders. This celestial fireworks show takes place when a white dwarf star erupts, increasing its brightness ten thousandfold. Even with the naked eye, we can enjoy its glory from a million miles away, and … Read more

Boeing’s Starliner launch: long-awaited crewed test flight ready for third launch attempt | CNN

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Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. CNN — Boeing’s Starliner mission will make a third attempt Wednesday to launch its first crewed flight test, a milestone a decade in the making. The new spacecraft’s maiden voyage with humans on board is … Read more

Boeing’s Starliner capsule ready for second attempt on first astronaut flight

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Enlarge / Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft sits atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. NASA and Boeing officials are ready for a second attempt to launch the first crew test flight on the Starliner spacecraft from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, on Saturday. Boeing’s Starliner, atop a … Read more

Energy customers are ready for a rollercoaster of bills – how do you experience it?

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MILLIONS of households are in for a rollercoaster on their energy bills this year. We’ll explain what’s going on, whether you should consider a repair and how to fix it. Ofgem’s energy price cap changes every three months and bills could rise again this autumn WHAT IS GOING ON? In recent years, energy bills have … Read more

The ECB is ready to cut interest rates, says chief economist

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Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. The European Central Bank has sent a clear signal that it will cut interest rates from their historic highs next week, with its chief economist dismissing fears that this would happen before the US Federal … Read more