Thailand Small Plane Crash Kills 9: No Black Box, Investigation to Rely on Witness AccountsA small plane crashed in the eastern Thai province of Chonburi on the afternoon of August 22, killing all 9 people on board. The Chinese embassy in Thailand confirmed that 5 of the passengers were Chinese nationals...

Why Do Female Astronauts Take Birth Control? Unveiling the Secret Challenges of SpaceIn 1961, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space, ushering in a new era. Today, countless astronauts have ventured into space, but what remains largely unknown is that the number of female astronauts is remarkably small, and almost all of them are required to take birth control pills before missions...

Nuclear Waste: A Global Challenge and Unignorable RisksAccording to statistics from the International Atomic Energy Agency on the types and quantities of nuclear waste around the world and in China, the amount of nuclear waste generated globally each year reaches tens of thousands of tons, with low- and intermediate-level waste accounting for over half. China alone generates about 3,500 tons of nuclear waste annually, with the vast majority coming from nuclear power plants...

Why Do Female Astronauts Take Birth Control Pills Before Going to Space? Can Space Menstruation Really Be Life-Threatening?From ancient times to the present, humanity has harbored a deep fascination with "ascending to heaven," with countless stories about gods and deities passed down through generations. This demonstrates our profound curiosity about life and places beyond Earth...

Taklamakan Desert: A Sleeping Oil and Gas Treasure, Challenges and Opportunities in Conquering the "Sea of Death"The Taklamakan Desert, a vast wasteland known as the "Sea of Death," holds rich oil and gas resources. Proven reserves are estimated at 17...

They are the "Heroines" Shining in the Stars and Seas: The Making of China's Female AstronautsTo become an astronaut, one must first be an outstanding air force pilot. This requires thousands of hours of flight training and rigorous education, with a qualification rate of only 1%, making it a selection process of one in a hundred...

Ninebot Releases Multiple New Products, Ushering in a New Era of Intelligence in the Two-Wheeled Electric Vehicle IndustryOn the evening of August 22nd, Ninebot, a leading smart two-wheeled electric vehicle company, officially launched a series of new two-wheeled electric vehicle products, marking a new stage of development for the industry. The new products include the K series (Magician), the Mechanical Master MMAX2, and multiple models in the E series, achieving comprehensive upgrades in configuration, design, and intelligence, bringing users a safer, more comfortable, and convenient travel experience...

From "Sea of Death" to "Green Oasis": The Miracle Rebirth of Kubuqi DesertThe Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia, once considered the root of the "century-old sandstorm" in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, unleashed sandstorms every winter, ravaging the northern sky. However, in recent years, this former "Sea of Death" has undergone a dramatic transformation, gradually turning into a vibrant "Green Oasis," thanks to the "Water Diversion to Sand" project implemented by the Hangjin Banner government...

Samsung's 2nm Chip Technology Breakthrough: Backside Power Delivery Network (BSPDN) Enables a Smaller, Faster...

The Space Odyssey of Female Astronauts: From Birth Control to the StarsSince 1963 when Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman in space, more than 70 female astronauts have followed in her footsteps, pursuing their dreams of reaching for the stars. However, a perplexing question has lingered in the minds of many: why do female astronauts need to take "birth control" before venturing into space? What is the purpose of these medications, and how rigorous is the selection process for female astronauts?On October 16, 2021, the Shenzhou-13 spacecraft successfully sent 3 astronauts to the Chinese Space Station, including Wang Yaping, China's first female astronaut on the space station and the first Chinese woman to conduct a spacewalk...

Ride-hailing services into residential communities: A balancing act between passenger needs and driver rightsRecently, Didi Chuxing, a major ride-hailing platform in China, launched a public opinion poll on its app, asking users to discuss and vote on the question: Should drivers comply with passengers requests to be dropped off inside residential communities? The move aims to further optimize user experience, revise service regulations, and strike a balance between the rights of passengers and drivers.At the heart of the discussion lies the special nature of ride-hailing services in community settings...

Women in Space: Challenges and Opportunities Coexist, How Do They Conquer the Stars and Seas?In modern society, women have demonstrated extraordinary talent and courage in all fields, and space exploration is no exception. They work side by side with male astronauts, exploring the vast universe together, contributing to humanity's understanding of space...