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Blue Skies Space has an unusual offer for researchers A British startup aims to launch science satellites into space in 2025 after raising a fresh £2mn. Blue Skies Space has devised a unique business plan for the stargazers. They will be the first-ever science satellites that provide data directly to researchers via a membership model, the company said. The approach offers a new route to the secrets of our universe. Currently, researchers rely on government agencies such as NASA and ESA to access space data. Unfortunately, this supply doesn’t meet the demand. The James Webb Telescope, for instance, received 1,600 requests for observing time. Only 249 of them were selected. That equates to an oversubscription of nearly seven to one. Blue Skies Space wants to bridge the access gap. The startup will offer customers the choice of buying either an annual membership or hourly access to the data. “Our vision is not only to deliver great science, but to deliver it to any scientist around the world,” Dr Marcell Tessenyi, CEO and co-founder of Blue Skies Space, told TNW. The first satellites The programme’s first satellite in the programme is named Mauve. Built to measure the activity of nearby stars, Mauve is slated to launch in early 2025. By probing the satellite’s data, scientists could examine the impact of stellar flares on exoplanets and the prospects of harbouring life. After sending Mauve into the cosmos, Blue Skies Space intends to launch an entire fleet of satellites. The new funding brings the plan closer to reality. It include contributions from Japan’s SPARX Space Frontier Fund and UK see-stage investor SFC Capital. Blue Skies Space will use the cash to accelerate the launch schedule. Up next on the flight timetable is Twinkle, which will deliver visible and infrared spectroscopy to analyse the composition of celestial bodies. “Our company model is to rapidly respond to the needs of the research community with a fleet of dedicated satellites designed and implemented in short timeframes,” Tessenyi said. It’s a model that’s already attracted universities and institutions from 11 countries. They include Cardiff University (UK), Vanderbilt University (USA), the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (France), and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan.

In today's highly digital age, mobile phones have become an indispensable part of our lives. It is not just a communication tool but also a multifunctional smart device that serves almost every aspect of our lives. From calling and sending messages to browsing the Internet, shopping and payments, even navigation, health management, etc., mobile phones play an important role. If you want to ask "What is life indispensable", I believe many people will answer without hesitation: "Mobile phones!" With the continuous development of technology, the functions of mobile phones are becoming more and more rich. To meet user needs, people often install various applications (APPs) on their mobile phones. These applications provide us with convenient services and make our lives better. However, most applications require a network connection to function properly, which is associated with traffic issues. For some simple operations like chatting and sending messages, data consumption is relatively small. However, when we watch videos, play games or watch TV series online, data consumption becomes very significant. Especially without Wi-Fi, using mobile data to watch videos can quickly deplete your data, incurring additional charges. So after connecting to a Wi-Fi network, should we turn off mobile data? This issue has annoyed many users. Some people think they should turn it off because they are worried about continuing to consume data without knowing it; While some people think it's not important because they have enough data and don't worry about additional fees. So should you turn off mobile phone data? Today I will take you to study this issue in detail! 1. Difference between WiFi and mobile data First, let's discuss the difference between WiFi and mobile data. In a home environment, we often use WiFi networks to access the Internet, while outdoors, we can only rely on mobile phone data networks. This is because WiFi and data traffic represent two different methods of networking. WiFi can provide more stable and faster network connections, helping users save data traffic and reduce communication costs. However, its connection range is limited, and it is often necessary to connect to a router to achieve a stable network environment. Therefore, WiFi is suitable for situations such as home, office or public places. By comparison, mobile phone data networks have fewer restrictions. As long as the mobile phone has a signal, it can connect to the network through the operator's base station. However, compared to the cost of handling a WiFi broadband connection, mobile phone data network fees are significantly higher but still very practical when going out. 2. So when my mobile phone is connected to WiFi, should I turn off data traffic? There is actually no definite answer to the question of whether data traffic should be turned off when the mobile phone is connected to WiFi. When using Wi-Fi outdoors with poor signal, frequent disconnections, or instability, turning on mobile data may consume data. When the mobile phone intelligently detects that the Wi-Fi connection is interrupted, it can automatically switch to mobile data to avoid affecting the Internet experience. In this case, you should pay attention to data usage to avoid exceeding your data limit and having your phone bill deducted. However, when you have a good Wi-Fi connection at home, turning off the mobile data switch will have no impact, however, when outdoors or when the Wi-Fi signal is poor, turning off the mobile data is recommended. dynamically to prevent data from being consumed quietly. If your monthly traffic is enough and you have a balance, you can enable the WLAN+ function. This feature will intelligently select the network connection method. Simply put, when you turn on WLAN+, your phone first detects the network connection of the WLAN wireless network or mobile data network and intelligently chooses the best network connection method. If an unstable WLAN connection is detected, the phone can use both the WLAN connection and the mobile data network at the same time or choose to use mobile data to surf the Internet, but this will consume data traffic. your mobile data. To enable the WLAN+ function, please open [Settings] > [Wireless & Networks] > [WLAN] > [WLAN+], then turn on the WLAN+ switch.  

Every toilet has 2 flush buttons, one big button, one small button, all of which are intended by the manufacturer but many people do not know how to use them. Toilets are a convenience in modern life. Thanks to the toilet, the toilet is much cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing than the previous traditional cleaning method. Every toilet, no matter the manufacturer, has two different sizes of flush buttons. Do you know why and when to use which water?  Uses of 2 large and small flush buttons on the toilet The toilet system has a water tank, usually filled with water. When flushed, the water is drained from the tank and then slowly fills up. The large and small flush buttons are also two buttons that adjust the amount of flushing water needed for the toilet. When you press the small drain button, the amount of water released is only half or one-third of the amount of water when it is used. While the large drain button will directly drain all the water in the water tank. That means pressing the drain button loudly consumes more water and the pressure is also stronger, so it discharges more charge.  Large and small drain buttons are used in different situations to adjust the appropriate amount of water and discharge pressure With the above difference, the manufacturer encourages us to use a reasonably large and small button depending on each time we go to the toilet. If you go to the toilet "lightly", just use a small flush button, and when you go to the toilet "heavy", you should use a large flush button. This method helps you save water and helps you rinse cleaner. Furthermore, when you press each button firmly or lightly, the amount of water released will be different. For example, if you lightly press the small button, it will only consume 1/3 of the water. If you press it all the way, 1/2 of the water will come out. During the cleaning process, using a large or small flush button is also related to cleaning. If you press the large button lightly, the water pressure will be smaller, and if you press the large button strongly, not only will the water run out, but the water pressure will also increase, easily washing away the dirt. If you press both big and small buttons together, the flushing force will be stronger and the amount of water will be larger. If there is some dirt stuck to it and a lot of water and the water pressure is high, you can press the two buttons directly together. Therefore, depending on each purpose of use, you should press different buttons and press at different speeds to help avoid wasting water. How to clean the toilet bowl Toilets have deep slots, so over time they often accumulate dirt in the crevices. Pressing the flush button helps you clean more dirt stuck in the crevices of the toilet.  Toilet gaps are even more difficult to clean, so how can you clean the toilet and make it smell good? Use a mixture of white vinegar and baking soda. White vinegar can dissolve yellow stains in crevices of the toilet, while baking soda has relatively strong cleaning and disinfecting abilities. When you see the toilet has yellow plaque, use white vinegar and then baking soda. Baking and white vinegar help you clean yellow stains more easily.  Toothpaste helps clean In toothpaste, in addition to detergents, there are also abrasives added that can increase friction and clean yellow stains on the toilet better. And the toothpaste itself also has a scent. If you use toothpaste to clean the toilet, it can eliminate odors in the toilet very well. The toothpaste still has some antibacterial ingredients, which can kill some bacteria. germs in the toilet. You should close the toilet lid before flushing According to experts' recommendations, before sitting down to use the toilet, you should also have the habit of closing the flush lid once to wash away dirt. Then, when finished cleaning, close the lid, then press the flush button and quickly go out. That's because the force of the water's discharge is quite strong and can dislodge bacteria, possibly causing infection for you. So remember to close the lid when flushing the toilet. You should also limit sitting for long periods of time in the toilet because that is where you can get more bacteria.  

The time of birth of a child can have an impact on the child's future development. Some studies have suggested that children born in certain seasons are likely to influence their IQ and thinking development. Here are some highlights about the relationship between birth season and child development factors: Giving birth during these two seasons of the year has high IQ and superior physical health After 8 years of research, scientists at Harvard University have discovered that children born in fall and winter have superior brain development compared to other seasons. Babies born in autumn and winter have 200g more brain weight than babies born in spring and summer, and their height is also 1cm higher. Ms. Deborah Lawlor, a British epidemiologist and professor at the University of Bristol, has studied the relationship between birth season and human intelligence over the years. Data shows that when children are born and their learning skills are indeed linked. "The mother's pre- and post-pregnancy environment affects the development of the child's brain and nervous system," Ms. Lawlor explained . For example, intrauterine temperature can be influenced by seasonal changes in the mother's diet. Factors related to the uterus also have an impact on the baby's weight at birth." Children born in autumn and winter have superior brain development compared to other seasons. (Illustration) Why do children born in the fall and winter have higher IQs? There are a number of environmental factors that may explain why children born in the fall and winter have higher IQs. Researchers at Harvard University have pointed to three factors related to this: Environment during pregnancy: Fall - winter has cool and pleasant weather, which can make the mother feel more comfortable and her mood more stable. A good mood and comfort of the mother can positively affect the development of the fetus. Babies move freely: Being born in the fall or winter may allow them the opportunity to crawl in the spring and summer when the weather is warmer. Moving freely and exploring the world around them can support children's motor and thinking development. Late school entry: Children born after September and entering school late may allow them more time to develop before entering kindergarten. A more developed brain can give children an advantage in their early learning. Every child born will be healthy and lucky in life. (Illustration) Which is the best month to give birth in 2024? 2024 is a very good year to give birth in all 12 months, in which February, March, April, July, August and September are considered appropriate and bring the most luck. Below are suggestions for the birth month of babies in 2024 according to the lunar calendar: January: Babies born in this month are often said to be talented and capable in studying and working. February: Children born in this month often bring with them many blessings, strong career development and are respected by many people. March: Babies born in this month often have intelligent, peaceful and great-willed personalities. April: Children born in this month often have strong, decisive and patient personalities. They have special talents and possess outstanding will. May: Babies born in this month often have a confident, active and upright personality but are a bit impatient. They may be able to express themselves and find opportunities in life. June: Children born in this month often have fluctuating fortunes, will have difficulties in their career but will still have certain progress. July: Babies born in this month often have clear thinking, both fame and benefits, and are also very skillful in planning. August: Children born in this month often have a decisive personality and high will in career and life. They may be able to express themselves and achieve success in target activities. September: Babies born in this month often have a gentle, gentle, decisive and sensitive personality. They can be adaptable and considerate of those around them. October: Children born in this month often have a somewhat passive personality, do not like to face many difficulties in life and also encounter many obstacles in their career. November: Babies born in this month often have unlucky fortunes, have great ambitions but cannot achieve their dreams and are likely to experience loneliness. December: Children born in this month often have great personalities but may not have good luck, but if they wait patiently, they will surely achieve success. Every child born will be healthy and lucky in life. More importantly, create the best conditions for your child's development by providing him or her with a loving, caring and well-educated environment.

 It is not natural that the way to preserve rice overnight has received so much attention from readers, especially housewives. Why is it necessary to preserve cold rice properly? In fact, rice contains a type of gram-positive bacteria called Bacillus Cereus that is formed during the growing and harvesting process of rice. This type of bacteria will be inhibited and enter a "hibernating" state when the rice is cooked into rice. There needs to be a way to properly preserve rice overnight How long does rice last after cooking? Cooling rice for longer than 6 hours without proper preservation will cause this bacteria to reactivate and cause the rice to go stale or affect the digestive system if you eat it. That's why there needs to be a way to properly preserve rice overnight. Besides, rice also contains a lot of starch, so if you reheat it too many times, it can make the rice mushy, soft and lose its taste. This phenomenon is called gelatinization or "starch gelatinization" which makes rice lose its taste. Eating a lot of rice also causes bloating, indigestion, etc. How to preserve rice overnight and still be delicious Applying the correct way to preserve cold rice overnight will help you avoid wasting leftover rice after the previous meal. When reheated rice, it will still retain its original delicious elasticity, and limit mushy and crumbly rice. How to preserve rice overnight you should refer to Below are some ways to preserve rice overnight that you should refer to. How to preserve rice in the refrigerator One of the ways to keep rice delicious when reheated is to store rice in the refrigerator. After eating, wait for the rice to cool completely, then put it in a food container and keep the lid tightly closed in the refrigerator until needed. Just take it out and reheat. This way you can preserve rice for up to 1 day and the rice will still be delicious and fragrant. How to store rice in a cool place Another way to preserve rice overnight that you should consider is to keep rice in a cool, dry place. This method can be applied when your refrigerator is broken or the refrigerator is out of space. With this method, after eating the rice, you just need to use a thin basket to cover the rice pot, then leave it in a cool, dry place. However, you also need to note that when the rice is contaminated with other food, you should not close the lid in the rice cooker because it will cause the rice to steam and spoil faster. Important notes when preserving rice overnight When following the above methods of preserving rice overnight, you need to be careful not to use rice left at room temperature for more than 6 hours after cooking and store rice in the refrigerator for more than 24 hours. In addition, you should not eat rice that has been reheated or fried many times because the rice will be dry or too mushy, and the starch starch phenomenon can easily cause indigestion and bloating after eating. Steaming cold rice is a smart way to reuse food and avoid waste. Here are some ways to effectively re-steam cold rice: Using electric rice steamer: Steaming rice is a simple and convenient option. You just need to put the rice that needs to be steamed back into the rice steamer box, add a little water, then put it in to steam the rice and turn on the switch. The electric rice steamer automatically adjusts the temperature and steaming time, making rice quick and easy to re-steam. Steam the rice again on a gas stove or induction stove: If you don't have an electric rice steamer, you can steam rice on a gas or induction stove. Simply use a steamer and place the rice to be steamed back into the pot, then add some water and place the pot on the stove. Heat the water until it boils, then reduce the heat and let the rice steam again for about 5-10 minutes. Steam rice again in the microwave: If you need to re-steam rice quickly, you can use the microwave. Simply place the rice in a bowl or glass bowl, add some water and place in the microwave. Steam the rice at high power for about 1-2 minutes, then check and mix well before continuing to steam if necessary. Add water to the rice before steaming again: Before re-steaming the rice, add a little water to the rice to keep it moist and tender. This helps prevent the rice from drying out when steamed and preserves the natural flavor of the rice. Mix well and check before using: Once the rice has been steamed again, mix well to ensure the rice is heated evenly. Check the temperature before serving to make sure the rice is hot enough and safe to eat.    

In order for bougainvillea to bloom brilliantly in the summer, you should pay attention to a few things below. Bougainvillea is a familiar flower to many Vietnamese people. This tree has strong vitality and can withstand many different weather conditions and living environments. Bougainvillea trees also have the ability to grow well, their branches and leaves stretch very quickly. Many people who grow bougainvillea plants encounter a situation where the plant only has leaves and rarely flowers. To solve this problem, you need to pay attention to the following points. Tree habitat Bougainvillea plants need loose, well-drained soil and enough nutrients to grow. Normally, growing plants in pots for a certain period of time will cause the soil to become barren, hard, compacted, and the space in the pot will no longer be enough for the plant's roots to grow. At that time, the tree will not be able to grow and will rarely flower. Bougainvillea flowers need enough land space to grow. In addition, the important condition for bougainvillea plants to flower is sunlight. Bougainvillea loves sunlight, so you should plant it in a well-lit place. Besides, regular tree pruning is also very important. You should prune weak, thin, and pest-infested branches. When a batch of flowers ends, you should also prune the remaining blooms to prepare for the next batch of flowers. Water the plants Any type of plant needs to be watered to maintain life and grow. Normally, we just need to water the plants with plain water. However, if you only water continuously, the plant may slow down and have difficulty flowering. To stimulate plant growth, you can add some things to the irrigation water. - Vinegar Bougainvillea prefers soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.0. Regular soil can have a balanced pH. To bring the soil to the correct pH level needed for plants to grow, you can use vinegar. Watering plants with dilute vinegar helps increase the acidity of the soil, providing a certain amount of iron to stimulate the plant to bloom and maintain the freshness of the flowers. You need to dilute 150ml of vinegar with 4 liters of water and water the plant. Doing this about 2-3 times will have a certain effect.