Over 20,000 people celebrated the summer solstice at Stonehenge, with access extended. The event has evolved from anarchic gatherings to managed entry since the 1980s, with modern celebrations now requiring pre-paid booking and shuttle buses.
Australia experiences its winter solstice on June 21, the shortest day of the year. Despite days getting longer from tomorrow, sunrises will continue to get later for weeks, and colder weather is expected due to Earth's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity.
Australia experiences its winter solstice on June 21, marking the shortest day. Despite longer daylight hours starting tomorrow, sunrises will continue to be later for weeks, and colder weather is expected due to Earth's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with some incidents involving flares and crowd surges.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with large crowds in Sydney and Melbourne. Incidents included flares and minor crowd disturbances, but no major injuries were reported.
Shivang Kumar, an all-rounder for Bundelkhand Bulls, defied expectations by developing into a chinaman bowler alongside his batting prowess. His unique skillset, honed through unconventional training and parental support, earned him a spot in the IPL with Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 30 lakh, highlighting the growing talent pool from the Madhya Pradesh League.
Archaeologists have discovered a 5,000-year-old monument near Stonehenge in Wiltshire, predating the famous landmark by 500 years. The site features two large postholes aligned with the sun, suggesting early solar alignments and ceremonial traditions.
Qantas has again postponed its direct Sydney to London flights, now slated for October 2027. The delay is attributed to extended wait times for new Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft, with the first delivery pushed to April 2027, impacting the previously announced 2027 launch.
Qantas will launch direct flights between Sydney and London starting October next year, using specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR jets for the 19-22 hour journey. This marks a significant step for Project Sunrise, aiming to reduce travel time and offer a premium experience, though ticket prices are expected to be higher.
Nigerian biologist Iroro Tanshi rediscovered the short-tailed roundleaf bat, believed extinct since the 1970s, in Nigeria's Afi mountain wildlife sanctuary. Her work combats deforestation, hunting, and wildfires threatening bat populations.
Classic films 'Before Sunrise', 'Pulse', and 'The Piano' are set for re-release in South Korea. 'Before Sunrise' celebrates its 30th anniversary, 'Pulse' gets a 4K remaster, and 'The Piano' also returns in 4K.
Airbus is certifying the A350-1000ULR for non-stop flights between Australia and Europe. The first test flight lasted 3 hours and 43 minutes, reaching over 12,500 meters altitude. Modifications include an extra fuel tank to extend range by 1,850 km, enabling flights up to 22 hours.
O Airbus A350-1000ULR completou seu primeiro voo de teste de 3h43min em Toulouse, França. A aeronave ultralonga, com tanque adicional de combustível, permitirá voos sem paradas entre Sidney e Londres/Nova York, reduzindo o tempo de viagem em até 4 horas. A Qantas receberá a primeira unidade em abril de 2027.
Qantas conducted the first test flight of its Project Sunrise A350-1000ULR, planned for ultra-long-haul flights to London and New York. The test flight focused on the aircraft's specialized fuel system. This comes as Qantas faces delivery delays for the aircraft, now expected in April 2027.
Qantas has completed the first test flight of its Airbus A350-1000ULR, the aircraft planned for Project Sunrise non-stop flights to London and New York. The test flight lasted over three hours and focused on the aircraft's specialized fuel system. This comes as Qantas faces further delays, with the aircraft now expected for delivery in April 2027.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticizes Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting approach after their 47-run loss to Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, suggesting Travis Head's future with the team should be reassessed.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (97 off 29 balls) and Dhruv Jurel's (quickfire half-century) batting heroics, followed by Jofra Archer (3/58) and Nandre Burger's (2/26) bowling, led Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, delivered a record-breaking, calculated batting performance in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, scoring 97 off 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad, showcasing cricketing intelligence and fearlessness.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits 97 off 29 balls to help Rajasthan Royals defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs in the IPL eliminator
Anil Kumble believes Sunrisers Hyderabad have a stronger, more balanced squad than Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026 Eliminator, citing SRH's multiple match-winners in both batting and bowling.
Rajasthan Royals secured a dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, ending SRH's campaign. Sushant Mishra and Nandre Burger led the bowling effort, with key wickets sealing the win for RR.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins plans multiple bowling strategies for Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the IPL 2026 Eliminator, acknowledging Sooryavanshi's breakout season with 583 runs at a 232.27 strike rate.
Pat Cummins' leadership has made a significant impact on Sunrisers Hyderabad, leading the team to 5 wins in their last 7 games, securing a playoff spot. His ability to empathize with young bowlers and guide them through pressure situations is highlighted by SRH's assistant coach, James Franklin.
Qantas'ın sipariş ettiği 12 adet A350-1000 ULR uçağının teslimatı, parça tedarikindeki aksaklıklar nedeniyle ertelendi. İlk teslimat Nisan 2027'ye sarkarken, bu durum şirketin kıtalararası uçuş stratejisinde takvim değişikliğine yol açtı.
