News - Page 4
The Washington Independent has the most up-to-date world news and information. We want to build a community where readers can share educated, well-informed opinion that improves the quality of our news and information. Get the latest business, technology, Hollywood, and cricket news, as well as videos, images, live news coverage, and exclusive breaking news from around the world.
COPYRIGHT_WI: Published on https://washingtonindependent.com/news/page-4/ by - on 2022-06-09T07:16:12.832Z
New High-tech Device Enables NASA To Map Dust Storms From Space
A new high-tech device enables NASA to map dust storms from space as climate scientists use an instrument called the Earth Surface Mineral Dust Source Investigation (EMIT) around the world in order to understand the impact of dust storms on climate change.
Biden Visits Ukraine To Show Solidarity Amid Ongoing Tensions With Russia
US President Joe Biden visits Ukraine to show solidarity on February 22, 2023, demonstrating the United States' support for the country amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Creator Of The 'Space Battleship Yamato' Leiji Matsumoto Dies At 85
Leiji Matsumoto dies at 85, according to his office. He is a well-known Japanese manga and anime artist who made epic space sagas like "Galaxy Express 999" and "Space Pirate Captain Harlock." Local media said that the person died of a heart attack.
Russia Sinks Damaged Space Cargo Ship In The South Pacific Ocean
Russia sinks damaged space cargo ship in the South Pacific Ocean. The ship, which was carrying supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), suffered a malfunction in its engine shortly after launch and was unable to make it to its intended orbit.
‘I Am Legend’ Sequel Will Rely On The Alternate Ending
A planned 2007 movie "I Am Legend" sequel, Will Smith's character's ending will be turned on its head. Akiva Goldsman, a producer and screenwriter, talked to Deadline about the new movie that Will Smith and Michael B. Jordan are going to be in. He said that the sequel will take place "a few decades after the first."
Physicists Debate Whether Supermassive Black Holes Are The Source Of Dark Energy
According to a radical theory that has been proposed in the world of physics, physicists debate whether supermassive black holes are the source of dark energy. The idea has sparked a debate among physicists, with some arguing for its potential validity, while others are skeptical.
North Korea Confirms ICBM Launch As Threat Towards US, Seoul
North Korea confirms ICBM launch that was conducted on Saturday, February 18, 2023. The missile was launched as a warning to the United States and South Korea, as tensions continue to rise in the region. The launch was confirmed by the North Korean state news agency, KCNA.
Train Derailment In Ohio Prompts Concerns About Safety And Transparency
A train derailment in Ohio, East Palestine, has left residents worried about the safety of their community. The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, when a train carrying hazardous materials derailed near the downtown area.
Rihanna And A$AP Rocky Son Revealed - British Vogue Cover Shoot And Interview
The wait is over, as Rihanna and A$AP Rocky son is revealed, the couple finally shares their newborn son with the world on the cover of British Vogue's March 2023 issue. The stunning photographs, taken by Rafael Pavarotti, show the couple basking in the joy and love of parenthood, with Rihanna holding her son close while A$AP Rocky looks on lovingly.
The Doomsday Glacier Is Melting As Scientists Discover Unexpected Melting Pattern
The Doomsday Glacier is melting as scientists discover unexpected melting pattern. The Thwaites Glacier, also known as the Doomsday Glacier, is located in West Antarctica and is one of the largest and most rapidly melting glaciers on the planet.
Shots Fired On Michigan State University Campus That Killed 3 Students And Wounded 5 More
On Tuesday, the Michigan State University campus was placed on lockdown following reports of shots fired on Michigan State University Campus. The incident occurred near the Administration Building, with the university issuing an alert asking all students and faculty members to shelter in place.
NASA's Perseverance Rover Displays Martian Sample Collection In Stunning Panorama
NASA's Perseverance rover displays Martian sample collection in stunning panorama, providing a glimpse of the potential scientific discoveries that may be made in the future. Perseverance, which landed on Mars in February 2021, has been busy exploring the Jezero Crater and collecting rock and sediment samples.
"Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania" Is Raising Concern After Receiving Mixed Early Reviews
Marvel fans are eagerly awaiting the release of "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania", but early reviews are already causing some concern. The third installment of the "Ant-Man" franchise will delve deeper into the quantum realm, which has already been explored in other MCU movies.
Adele Becomes Meme At The Super Bowl 2023 After Shushing Crowd To Watch Rihanna
Adele becomes meme after telling people around her to be quiet last night at the Super Bowl while she waited for Rihanna's halftime show has made the Internet laugh so hard that it has become a popular meme. Now, online videos show her telling people to be quiet because Rihanna was about to come on stage while she was watching the game.
Cyclone Gabrielle Hits North Island While New Zealand Declared National Emergency
On Tuesday, as Cyclone Gabrielle lashed the North Island with wind and rain, leaving tens of thousands without electricity, New Zealand declared National Emergency for the third time in the country's history.
110-foot Asteroid To Make Dangerous Flyby On Valentine's Day
On February 14th, 2023, a 110-foot asteroid to make dangerous flyby on valentine's day. According to reports, the asteroid will pass within 0.037 lunar distances of our planet, which is roughly equivalent to 8,845 miles.
Cyclone Gabrielle In New Zealand Left Thousands Without Power
Northern New Zealanders are braced for heavy rainfall and gusts as Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand makes landfall. The storm has knocked out electricity to at least 46,000 residences and caused the cancellation of hundreds of flights.
Super Bowl 2023 - A Night Of Spectacular Performances And Surprising Twists
In a stunning surprise announcement during the Super Bowl 2023 halftime show, Rihanna revealed that she is expecting her second child with her boyfriend, rapper A$AP Rocky. Chris Stapleton performed the National anthem at the Super Bowl 2023.
Archive
"We Shouldn't Underestimate This Storm," Pierluisi Says As Hurricane Fiona Hits Puerto Rico
"We shouldn't underestimate this storm," Pierluisi says as Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico. At a briefing on Saturday, Gov. Pedro Pierluisi warned his country. Pierluisi of Puerto Rico said on Facebook Sunday afternoon that more than 1.5 million people will experience power outages as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph and heavy rains approaches the island.
Super Typhoon Nanmadol Forces Four Million People To Evacuate In Japan
This morning, September 18, typhoon Nanmadol made landfall, bringing with it gusts of 112 mph (180 km/h) and heavy rainfall that could exceed 20 inches in some places. Super typhoon Nanmadol forces four million people to evacuate in Japan. On the southernmost tip of the island of Kyushu, one of the four islands that make up the bulk of Japan, close to the city of Kagoshima, it first made landfall.
A Strong Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Taiwan, Injuring 146 People
TAIPEI, Taiwan - A strong earthquake strikes southeastern Taiwan on Sunday, September 18, as per the island's weather bureau. The quake caused train carriages to derail, caused a convenience store to collapse, and caused hundreds of people to become stranded on mountain roads. As per the weather bureau, the epicenter was located in Taitung county. This quake came after a 6.4 magnitude tremor that occurred on Saturday evening in the same region, however, it did not result in any fatalities.