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Trump’s top science adviser visited Beijing. What does that mean for AI?
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Top Singapore-based physicist moves to China after superconductor breakthrough
15 May 2026 - 4:44PM
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On This Day
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In 2021, China becomes the third country to land a rover on Mars – SCMP archive
15 May 2026 - 2:15PM
Does China’s Jiuzhang 4.0 computer herald the age of quantum supremacy?
15 May 2026 - 4:23PM
Looming US rocket debris crash unlikely to hit Chinese moon landers: experts
14 May 2026 - 5:00PM
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Luxury travel
Will stratospheric balloons make trips to the edge of space more accessible?
SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic brought rocket-powered space tourism – these start-ups are promising a more serene ride.
14 May 2026 - 8:00PM
Japan
Japan joins hunt for aliens. Can it solve the ‘Wow! Signal’ mystery?
3 May 2026 - 3:07PM
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US-China relations
US lawmakers warn China is top space rival as race to the moon intensifies
5 May 2026 - 1:14AM
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US-China relations
Trump’s Golden Dome targets China’s ‘hypersonic weapons, cruise missiles’
US president’s US$185 billion missile defence shield to counter Chinese, Russian missile arsenals, a senior Pentagon official told Congress.
28 Apr 2026 - 7:54AM
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Science
Will the future world order be determined by who controls low Earth orbit?
Amid Starlink’s ability to service conflict zones, Chinese article warns of ‘new form of power’ to allow or cut connectivity in real time.
25 Apr 2026 - 10:00PM
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Banking & finance
Default in our stars: China banks use satellites to track assets, cut loan risks
Analysts say orbital monitoring of sites, property and other assets provides vital data on borrowers.
25 Apr 2026 - 2:21PM
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Science
Can Chinese scientists bring Nasa’s ‘space spider’ dream to life?
Shenyang team focuses on how to produce strong structural parts efficiently, and how to connect them reliably.
23 Apr 2026 - 3:18PM
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Science
China names 2 Pakistani astronauts chosen to train for space station mission
Partnership shows Beijing’s attitude to ‘sharing the fruit of its space development’ with international community, state media says.
22 Apr 2026 - 9:19PM
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Style Edit: The Omega Speedmaster story – from Apollo 11 to Artemis II
From Nasa’s punishing 1965 trials, to the Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite, ‘Reverse Panda’ and X-33 – this is how a space icon keeps evolving.
21 Apr 2026 - 11:45AM
Japan
Rover and out? Japan pivots after US puts Lunar Gateway on ice
Japan’s space agency has invested at least US$78.5 million to build components for Nasa’s now-halted project.
20 Apr 2026 - 3:45PM
Video gaming
Pragmata review: amazing moon-set game released early amid Artemis II buzz
Capcom’s Pragmata features innovative gameplay, atmospheric environments and a strong emotional bond between its two main characters.
20 Apr 2026 - 9:52AM
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Style Edit: IWC Schaffhausen celebrates its Pilot’s Watch’s 90th anniversary
New pieces soar with Inspiration4 and Polaris Dawn, and the adventurous spirit of Le Petit Prince.
17 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM
Science
10,000 suns: mind-blowing power of black hole jets measured for the first time
The jets can help scientists understand how black holes help shape galaxies and other cosmic structures.
17 Apr 2026 - 2:34AM
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United States
Over the moon: Artemis astronauts make emotional homecoming after record trip
The travellers were back in Texas on the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 13 launch that made the phrase ‘Houston, we have a problem’ famous.
12 Apr 2026 - 6:20AM
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United States
Artemis II astronauts return home from record-breaking moon mission
Their 13-minute fiery plunge through the atmosphere concluded a historic mission that went deeper into space than anyone had flown before.
11 Apr 2026 - 2:39PM
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Science
Is China about to launch a rocket from South China Sea international waters?
Methane risks, sonic boom and rocket debris make the open ocean an attractive option for increasing launch traffic.
10 Apr 2026 - 4:02PM
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Nasa
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New space race should be recognised as a marathon, not a sprint
In lieu of cooperation, perhaps friendly competition between the spacefaring superpowers can ensure exploration benefits humankind.
10 Apr 2026 - 6:45AM
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Belt and Road Initiative
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China always a connector, never a coloniser, author says
Sheng-Wei Wang says China’s Belt and Road Initiative echoes the voyages of 15th century Chinese explorer Zheng He, who promoted trade but never stayed.
10 Apr 2026 - 9:21AM
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India
India’s space ambition set to soar after Artemis II moon mission’s success
The Indian space sector could work with international partners on future Chandrayaan and other lunar missions, analysts say.
8 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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United States
Artemis crew snap historic Earthset photo and call ISS on way home
Earth-bound Nasa astronauts share striking photo and conduct the first moonship-to-spaceship radio link-up ever.
8 Apr 2026 - 3:05PM
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United States
Nasa crew headed back to Earth after record-breaking trip around moon
The four Artemis II astronauts eclipsed the 400,171km distance record set by the Apollo 13 crew in 1970.
7 Apr 2026 - 4:11PM
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United States
US Artemis II’s moon trip faces challenging toilet mission again over flushing
Ice may be preventing urine in the toilet from flushing completely while a smell is coming from the bathroom, Nasa team members say.
5 Apr 2026 - 1:37PM
United States
‘Space plumber’ to the rescue as Artemis astronauts navigate life aboard Orion
It is the first time astronauts venturing into deep space have had a real toilet on board, allowing the crew some ‘alone’ moments.
4 Apr 2026 - 10:40AM
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United States
Artemis II’s moon-bound astronauts share first images of Earth’s blue beauty
The three Americans and one Canadian are on course for a lunar fly-by in their Orion capsule before heading home.
4 Apr 2026 - 1:33AM
Timepieces
Beyond Omega: redefining space watches for a new era of exploration
Omega’s Speedmaster has long been Nasa’s go-to, but other space programmes are exploring partnerships with the likes of IWC Schaffhausen, Fortis and Barrelhand.
3 Apr 2026 - 6:00AM
United States
Nasa’s Artemis astronauts zoom towards moon after fixing toilet malfunction
After troubleshooting minor technical glitches, the four-person crew leave Earth’s orbit for a journey further into deep space than ever before.
3 Apr 2026 - 1:07PM
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China's space programme
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Historic Artemis II moon mission lifts off
After repeated setbacks, US space agency Nasa is sending 4 astronauts around the moon and further from Earth than ever before.
2 Apr 2026 - 9:24AM
United States
Nasa embarks on world’s first crewed moon mission in decades amid race with China
After repeated setbacks, Nasa is sending four Artemis II astronauts around the moon and further from Earth than ever before.
2 Apr 2026 - 2:51PM
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