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The “Get the Hawk Outta Here” mission saw Rocket Launch juggle four satellites into orbit around Earth on June 27, marking yet another mission on the start-up’s 2025 calendar. The Electron rocket — loaded with three radio-frequency tracking microsatellites and a technology demonstrating payload — lifted off from Pad-A in Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, at 1:28 p.m. EDT (1728 GMT). The launch is to aid Virginia-based geospatial analytics company Hawkeye 360 with its pursuit to broaden radio-frequency intelligence gathering.

Rocket Lab Launches Cluster 12 RF Satellites for Hawkeye 360, Eyes More Missions in 2025

As per the Rocket Lab’s official mission brief, the three working satellites are designed to help Hawkeye 360 triangulate radio signals across the world. Such spacecraft would fill gaps in coverage and provide radio frequency analytics data in near real time from areas of strategic interest. The fourth payload, Kestrel-0A, is a technology demonstrator meant to test advanced capabilities and future enhancements for the Hawkeye constellation.

Rocket Lab has committed to launching a total of 15 satellites across three missions for Hawkeye 360. This mission is themed “Virginia Is For Launch Lovers” and is Electron’s first mission from U.S. soil following the company’s first launch from Wallops Island in January 2023. This latest mission signifies the 67th overall Electron launch and the ninth of 2025 in a sign of the company’s increasing launch cadence.

All satellites were placed into a polar low Earth orbit at about 320 miles (520 km) altitude, ideal for cross-cutting the Earth and thus ensuring fast revisits and high signal collection. Electron’s payload fairings also did their job, protecting the satellites as they lifted off, then releasing them into orbit with pinpoint accuracy.

In its roadmap, Rocket Lab has at least six additional launches this year, and all eyes are on its upcoming reusable Neutron rocket. The company also operates a suborbital Electron variant, HASTE, which serves as a testbed for hypersonic and defence technologies. The latest launch further solidifies Rocket Lab’s position in the small satellite deployment market.

Astronomers may have just caught a glimpse of the early signs of the formation of “baby” solar systems in the hydrocarbon-rich disc around two young stars in a star-forming region near Earth, in a study that could offer fresh insights into how planetary systems are created. From studying 78 protoplanetary disks — or flattened clouds of gas and dust — in the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex, researchers spotted spiral and ring-like substructures, which are certain signatures that baby planets are in the process of being born.

The disks, around stars a few hundred thousand years old showed unusual characteristics, indicating that planet and star formation are simultaneous processes in very young systems. In comparison, the Sun is a middle-aged 4.6 billion years old.

High-Res ALMA Imaging Reveals Planet Formation Begins Earlier in Young Star Disks Than Expected

As per the research team, the discovery helps bridge a key observational gap between previous ALMA studies—DSHARP, which focused on million-year-old stars, and eDisk, which studied much younger protostars. By targeting stars of intermediate ages and applying PRIISM super-resolution software to archival ALMA data, researchers achieved images three times sharper than standard methods. Their larger sample led to the identification of 27 disks with structures, including 15 never seen before.

The results indicate that substructures such as rings and spirals, believed to be the fingerprints of planet formation, appear much earlier in a planet’s growth process than previously thought, when the disks are still full of gas and dust. During the childhood of young stars forming in collapsed molecular clouds, these disks were born, and in the same way, young planets formed within the lifetimes of these accretion disks, moved, and shaped the objects in the disk.

Most disks observed were about 30 astronomical units wide, roughly 30 times the Earth-Sun distance. The presence of intricate structures in such early systems implies a parallel evolution of infant stars and planets. The research indicates that star and planet creation might be more closely linked than thought.

The research, which was published on an online site for The Publications of the Astronomical Society of Japan, was led by Ayumu Shoshi of Kyushu University. The present results involve only the Ophiuchus regions, but in the future, as more data become available, we will be able to search for similar early co-evolution amongst other stellar nurseries.

Astronomers have detected a vast cloud of energetic particles — a ‘mini-halo’ — around one of the most distant galaxy clusters, according to a new study. This mini-halo lies so far away that its light takes about 10 billion years to reach Earth, making it the most distant mini-halo ever discovered to date and doubling the previous distance record. The finding suggests that even in the very early universe, massive galaxy clusters were already filled with high-energy particles. The international research team was co-led by Julie Hlavacek-Larrondo and Roland Timmerman.

Faint radio glow reveals mini-halo

According to the study, the team used the European Low Frequency Array (LOFAR) radio telescope to study the distant cluster SpARCS1049. LOFAR – a network of over 100,000 antennas spread across eight European countries – captured an extremely faint, diffuse radio signal surrounding the cluster. This glow stretches over a million light-years, revealing a giant “mini-halo” of high-energy particles and magnetic fields.

Analysis showed the emission filled the space between galaxies rather than coming from any single galaxy. The cluster’s light took 10 billion years to reach us, doubling the distance record for any known mini-halo. Co-leader of the reasearch Julie Hlavacek-Larrondo describes it as a vast cosmic ocean,in which entire galaxy clusters are constantly immersed in high-energy particles.

Origins of the mini-halo

Two main theories exist for the mini-halo’s origin. One possibility is that powerful jets from supermassive black holes in the cluster’s galaxies have injected the energetic particles into space. However, it is unclear how such particles could travel far from the galaxy centers without losing their energy.

Another idea is that collisions within the cluster’s hot gas create the particles. In this scenario, charged particles in the intracluster plasma crash at near-light speeds, producing the observed high-energy particles. These observations imply that massive clusters were already filled with energetic particles very early on. Future instruments like the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) will find even fainter mini-halos, helping scientists study the roles of magnetic fields and cosmic rays in cluster evolution.

NASA’s Perseverance rover had just finished inspecting a Martian rock called “Kenmore,” and the results held information about its mineral composition and information about long-ago conditions on Mars. Once the surface was chewed up a bit, the rover extended a number of onboard instruments to analyse its contents; it reports finding clay- and manganese-rich minerals. Despite its tricky grinding behaviour, researchers were actually able to perform a full geochemical analysis of the rock. Such results contribute to the library of science that could support a potential future human mission to Mars and eventual lifestyles on Mars.

Perseverance Discovers Water-Rich Clays and Breaks Drive Record in Latest Mars Rock Study

As per NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Kenmore marked the 30th rock abraded since Perseverance landed at Jezero Crater. The rover’s Dust Removal Tool (gDRT) fired controlled nitrogen bursts to clear the rock’s surface, enabling instruments like WATSON, SuperCam, SHERLOC, and PIXL to conduct imaging and spectroscopy. SuperCam detected clay rich in water-bound hydroxides, while PIXL identified manganese hydroxide — a first in this mission. Feldspar was also detected, linking the rock’s origins to ancient planetary processes.

Abrasion allowed a detailed look beneath Mars’ dusty surface. The tailings were imaged and spectroscopically analysed and found to contain relative concentrations of iron and magnesium that are similar to hydrated minerals. The team emphasised the advantage of using gas-based cleaning methods over Earth-contaminated brushes. The comprehensive analysis supports long-term goals of determining potential for water storage, fuel extraction, and building materials.

Perseverance also broke its previous autonomous drive record on June 19, travelling 1,348 feet — equivalent to 4.5 football fields. Engineers credited AutoNav for the accomplishment, with rover drivers precisely stopping at a predetermined target. This is evidence of the rover’s capability to very efficiently cover ground as it scouts out an area of great scientific interest.

As Perseverance sheds its new-light-of-day innocence and builds mileage climbing Jezero’s rim, the more scientists learn about the surface chemistry and terrain of Mars. Every sample New Frontiers brings home helps paint a more complete picture of the history of our neighbouring planet and will make possible the safe return of astronauts, and may eventually be returned to Earth.

Written and directed by Ram Yogi Velagapudi, Evol: A Love Story in Reverse is a new-age romantic thriller that has finally made its way to OTT. The movie revolves around two married couples whose lives turn upside down when one of them confesses and normalizes the extramarital relationship. Intense emotions, betrayal, an affair, and hidden secrets surface in the plot. The movie is highly engaging with twists and keeps the viewers hooked to their seats. This Tamil thriller is worth watching for those who are fond of dark stories.

When and Where to Watch Evol

Evol is now streaming on AhaTamil. The viewers will need a subscription to watch. Also, the movie is available in the Tamil language only.

Official Trailer and Plot of Evol

Evol: A Love Story in Reverse  follows the story of two married couples who are in a strange relationship. The film shows a married woman falling in love with another man, and post the confession, both of them starts an extramarital affair. The movie shows the complexities, betrayal, love, and more to the audiences. Evol also exemplifies the love turning into destructive and dark, with shocking revelations and uncovering truths.

Cast and Crew of Evol

Evol has been written and directed by Ram Yogi Velagapudi. The movie stars Bodduraju, Jenifer Emmanuel, Siva, Surya Nivas, and more. The music composition has been delivered by Sunil Kashyap, while the face behind the editor is Vijay Vardhan. Ram Yogi Velagapudi is also the producer of the movie, whereas the executive producer is Madhu VR.

Reception of Evol

The initial theatrical release of the movie was on 15th August 2024. The movie opened with a mixed yet low response from the audience and the critics. The IMDb rating of the movie is 5.6/10.

Created by Seong So Jak, Marry My Husband is a drama television series that is finally airing on the OTT platform. The series follows a woman who, after being killed by her husband, gets a chance to change her fate, as she returns 10 years back in the past. The series is a pure amalgamation of comedy, tragedy, thrill, and a lot of drama. Marry My Husband is a binge-worthy show that keeps the viewers hooked to their screens until the end.

When and Where to Watch Marry My Husband

Marry My Husband is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The viewers will need a subscription to watch this series.

Official Trailer and Plot of Marry My Husband

Marry My Husband follows the story of a young girl who is grateful for her life and blindly trusts her husband. One day, she discovers the affair of her husband with her best friend, which results in the loss of her life. She gets murdered by her husband. But life had other plans. She wakes up 10 years in the past. She soon vows to transform her life and seek revenge from those who betrayed her trust. However, as she meets the director, she finally begins to find herself. The plot is packed with ultimate sequences and a watch-worthy story.

Cast and Crew of Marry My Husband

This series comprises of talented starcast like Song Ha-Yoon, Lee Yi-Kyeong, Gong Min-Jung, Choi-Gyu Ri, and more. Marry My Husband has been directed by Won-Kook Park, while the writers are Seong So Jak and Shin Yudam. The music composition has been delivered by Judah Earl, whereas the face behind the editorial department is Filip Skovin.

Reception of Marry My Husband

Marry My Husband initially landed in the year 2024, where it received an immense amount of love and a remarkable response from the audience and the critics. The current IMDb rating of this series is 7.8/10.

After a successful first season, the makers are back with all new season of Surf Girls: International. This is a documentary series that revolves around the upcoming female surfers, who represent their respective countries and compete to win a Challenger Series. Surf Girls: International is an unscripted mini-series that dives deep into the dedication, struggles, and inside stories of competing female surfers. This season, there will be new faces, along with some returning from the previous season. The series is coming soon on an OTT platform.

When and Where to Watch Surf Girls: International

Surf Girls: International will debut on the digital screens on July 17, 2025, only on Amazon Prime Video. The series will be available in the English language.

Official Trailer and Plot of Surf Girls: International

The all-new season of Surf Girls: International will follow female surfers from across the world to win a spot in the World Surf Tour. This docuseries will feature the inside stories, struggles, dedication, and fighting spirit of the surfers. Likewise, the female surfers will represent their respective countries. Ewe Young, the youngest surfer from Season 1, returns with her high-spirited aura, where she personifies the determination to win.

This series is a blend of breaking barriers and coming out of the comfort zone to shine brighter in the league.

Cast and Crew of Surf Girls: International

With the show being a docuseries, Surf Girls: International features prominent female surfers from across the globe. This season, Ewe Young returns from the previous season, where she is set to compete and personify the elegance and winning spirit. Likewise, this season will have Kika Veselko, breaking barriers from Portugal, Jessie Van Niekrek from South Africa, and Sol Aguiree, an Olympian from Peru. The executive producers of the series are Reese Witherspoon, Sara Rea, Sue Kinkead, and Tyler O’Neil.

Reception of Surf Girls: International

Surf Girls: International is yet to land on the digital screens. The IMDb rating of the show is currently unavailable at the moment.