Rare black hole-star merger creates the longest gamma-ray burst ever
When space telescopes blazed with high-energy radiation for hours earlier this year, astronomers suspected that they were witnessing…
Astronomers discover an evolving ring system forming around Chiron
For decades, astronomers have been awed by Saturn’s ring beauty. But a tiny, icy wanderer drifting between Saturn…
FX Daily Snapshot – MUFG Research
The US dollar has continued to weaken overnight resulting in the dollar index falling back towards the 98.000-level.…
Earth’s magnetic field is shifting — and satellites are feeling it
More than a decade of satellite monitoring has mapped Earth’s magnetic field as it subtly altered between 2014…
Astronomers detect million-solar-mass object in distant universe
Astronomers have detected one of the darkest objects ever seen at a record cosmic distance—only with the assistance…
FX Daily Snapshot – MUFG Research
Price action in FX markets yesterday certainly looked indicative of a further adjustment in positioning with short positioning…
SEC’s Atkins considering roundtable on alternatives in 401(k)s, says private markets not ‘systemically important’ – Pensions & Investments
SEC’s Atkins considering roundtable on alternatives in 401(k)s, says private markets not ‘systemically important’ Pensions & InvestmentsAre Private Equity…
Credit facility launched to support ISPs in South Africa’s townships
Tech Credit Fund, which says it backs entrepreneurs bringing the net to the ‘kasi’ (township), has launched a…
New drug Rapalink-1 slows cellular aging, study finds
A recent study conducted by researchers at Queen Mary University of London unveiled a new mechanism through which…
Asia FX Weekly – BoT cut in sight, BSP to hold steady
Week Ahead FX outlook: Key FX views: The spotlight next week falls on the upcoming monetary policy decisions…
Dark matter and dark energy may not exist, new research finds
Scientists have long embraced the fact that forces beyond sight govern the universe. Dark matter, they think, holds…
13 Adorable Halloween Books for Kids of All Ages
There’s something about Halloween that sparks all the anticipation. Whether it’s the autumnal colors, plump pumpkins, or tales…