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China has developed the world’s first lunar soil brick-making machine using in-situ resources, or lunar regolith, according to Wu Weiren, the chief designer of China’s lunar exploration program. The machine, which utilizes solar energy and optical fiber for transmission, can reach temperatures of 1,400–1,500 degrees Celsius and melt lunar soil completely. The molten material is then used for 3D printing, capable of producing bricks of various sizes, according to Wu. “This method eliminates the need to transport water or additional binding agents from Earth, achieving true in-situ resource utilization,” Wu told China Media Group on the opening day of an…

Gold prices extended their gains on Wednesday, following a record high in the previous session, as investors sought the comfort of the safe-haven metal in anticipation of the potential impact of US reciprocal tariffs. Spot gold was up 0.7% at $3,131.25 an ounce, as of 0240 GMT. Bullion touched an all-time high of $3,148.88 on Tuesday. US gold futures rose 0.4% to $3,159.90. “The main reason for these successive record highs has been safe-haven buying, and the geo-political uncertainty underpinning this shows no sign of letting up,” said Philip Newman, managing director of Metals Focus. A US economic slowdown, potential…

Senior Chinese official He Lifeng and Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, exchanged views on the macroeconomic situation and China-U.S. economic and trade relations in Beijing on Monday. He, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and director of the Office of the Central Commission for Financial and Economic Affairs, said the Chinese economy has gotten off to a steady start and maintained good development momentum this year, with a unified national market taking shape and the release of consumption potential accelerating. China will further deepen its reform comprehensively and promote high-level opening…

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday exchanged congratulatory messages on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. China and India, Xi said, both ancient civilizations, major developing countries and important members of the “Global South,” are both at a critical stage of their respective modernization efforts. The development of China-India relations demonstrates that it is the right choice for China and India to be partners of mutual achievement and realize the “Dragon-Elephant Tango,” which fully serves the fundamental interests of both countries and their peoples, Xi said. He called on both sides…

The upcoming summit in Samarkand will be truly historic as it will bring together for the first time the leaders of the five Central Asian countries and the EU in one place, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said in a Euronews exclusive. The Central Asia-EU summit in the historic Uzbekistan city of Samarkand marks a significant development in the relationship between Central Asia and the European Union. This meeting comes at a time of global geopolitical instability, economic risks and climate challenges, which in turn means there is a need for new forms of international cooperation. The summit aims to strengthen…

Israel has imposed widespread evacuation orders in southern Gaza under a promise to “fight with great force” in the area, after under-pressure Hamas called on “anyone who can bear arms” to rise up against US President Donald Trump’s plan to remove Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. A senior Hamas official urged supporters worldwide on Monday to take up weapons and fight plans to displace Gaza’s people, as Israel issued a sweeping evacuation order in the territory’s south, stepping up its renewed offensive. The idea of forcing Gazans to leave the devastated territory for neighbouring countries such as Egypt and Jordan…

New Zealand batter Mark Chapman ruled out of second ODI against Pakistan with the hamstring injury. According to details, Tim Seifert inducted in to the Black Caps’ squad in place of the injured, Chapman. Champan had challenged the Pakistan bowlers in the first ODI at the Mclean Park in Naiper and went on to score his career best 132, that helped the Kiwis put Pakistan on the back foot after early dominance. The left-hander showcased his dedication and put all the hard work to frustrate the Pakistani bowlers. Chapman allowed the other players to further treat the Pakistani bowlers with…

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) raised on Sunday the price of LPG by Rs0.54 per kilogram, issuing a notification for the price increase. According to the notification, the new price for LPG has been set at 248 rupees and 37 paisas per kilogram. As a result of this adjustment, the cost of a 11.8-kilogram domestic LPG cylinder has risen by Rs6.40. The new price for a 11.8-kilogram domestic LPG cylinder has been fixed at Rs2,930.71. The implementation of this price hike is scheduled to begin on April 1st.

KARACHI – Several residents of Karachi defied warnings as they reached a Korangi area on first day of Eidul Fitr to witness the fire, which continues to rage for fourth consecutive day. The massive fire broke out in Korangi Crossing area on late Friday night during water boring operations in a private housing society. The drilling caused leakage of methane gas under high pressure. Several teams of fire brigade took part in the operation to douse the fire but water and foam remain ineffective. After the efforts to curtail the fire failed, experts suggested that the firefighting attempts to douse…

HAMILTON :The Pakistan cricket team, currently in New Zealand, extended Eid greetings to the nation and conveyed their best wishes. The team offered Eid prayers in Hamilton, where players exchanged greetings and celebrated the occasion together. Fans also took the opportunity to capture moments with the cricketers. In their message, the players urged everyone to take care of themselves and others, emphasising the importance of sharing Eid festivities with those around them. Meanwhile, the national team is set to train at Seddon Park today (Tuesday), ahead of their second ODI against New Zealand tomorrow. The hosts currently lead the three-match…