5 news
Here are 5 news articles from various sources:
1. NASA's Perseverance Rover Discovers Evidence of Ancient Lake on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of an ancient lake on Mars, which could have supported life billions of years ago. The rover found sedimentary rocks and minerals that are similar to those found on Earth, which are typically formed in lakes. The discovery was made in the Jezero crater, which was once home to a lake that was about 45 kilometers wide and 300 meters deep. (Source: NASA)
2. COVID-19 Cases Surge in the US as Delta Variant Spreads
The number of COVID-19 cases in the US has surged in recent weeks, with the Delta variant of the virus being blamed for the increase. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were over 100,000 new cases reported in the US last week, the highest number since January. The surge in cases has led to concerns about the potential for hospitalizations and deaths to increase as well. (Source: CNN)
3. Elon Musk's Neuralink Announces Breakthrough in Brain-Machine Interface Technology
Neuralink, a company founded by Elon Musk, has announced a breakthrough in brain-machine interface (BMI) technology. The company has developed a chip that can read and write neural signals, allowing people to control devices with their minds. The technology has the potential to treat a range of conditions, including paralysis and depression, and could also be used to enhance human cognition. (Source: The Verge)
4. UK and EU Reach Agreement on Post-Brexit Trade Deal
The UK and EU have reached an agreement on a post-Brexit trade deal, which will allow for tariff-free trade between the two sides. The deal, which was agreed upon after months of negotiations, will also allow for the free movement of goods and services between the UK and EU. The agreement is seen as a major step forward in the UK's transition out of the EU. (Source: BBC)
5. NASA's Parker Solar Probe Discovers New Region of Solar Wind
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has discovered a new region of the solar wind, which is a stream of charged particles emitted by the sun. The region, which is located about 15 million kilometers from the sun, is much hotter than previously thought and could provide insights into the sun's internal dynamics. The discovery was made using data collected by the probe's Solar Wind Electrons Alphas and Protons (SWEAP) instrument. (Source: Space.com)