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Suriname has now joined the ranks of 46 countries officially certified malaria‑free by the World Health Organization, becoming the first in the Amazon region to reach this landmark. After nearly 70 years of efforts to stop transmission, Suriname owes its success to rapid testing, universal treatment and community health workers.

🪐 What’s going on in space?

From galaxy scans to gourmet meals, here’s some of the latest developments in space exploration.

Why does astronomy matter?
Astronomy continues to expand understanding of the universe. The latest results from the Vera C Rubin observatory’s “ultimate telescope” in Chile reveal detailed images of distant galaxies, showing how they evolve and interact over time. The observatory is expected to identify around 90k new near-Earth asteroids – more than twice the number currently known. This helps scientists improve their understanding of asteroid activity near Earth and plan for long-term safety.

Can satellites really tell us about earthquakes?
Yes – satellite imaging now plays a role in monitoring ground movements. After an earthquake in Myanmar earlier this year, scientists used satellite data to measure how the Earth’s surface shifted by tracking changes in land elevation and fault lines. This information improves understanding of seismic activity and helps emergency teams assess damage in areas that are difficult to access. Over time, this same technology may help predict risk zones more precisely.

Where does the environment come into it?
Satellites also track greenhouse gases. New monitoring systems can now detect methane leaks more accurately. Methane is a key target for climate efforts because it traps heat more efficiently than carbon dioxide. By using satellite data, companies and governments can identify sources of methane emissions, especially in oil and gas operations. This allows for faster response and better planning, making environmental regulation more practical and less reactive.

What about the astronauts?
There are constant experiments and design efforts underway to improve the gear astronauts use in space. One of the latest innovations is a visor developed by Oakley and Axiom Space for NASA’s Artemis III mission in 2027. Built to handle the Moon’s harsh environment, it features gold-coated optics that protect against UV and infrared radiation, reduce glare and resist lunar dust.

There’s also some attention to life’s little luxuries. An astronaut has teamed up with a Michelin star chef to take an exclusive menu, including lobster bisque, to the International Space Station next year. Because if you’re 400km above Earth, you might as well eat better than instant noodles. This year also marks the flight of India’s first astronaut in four decades, highlighting the growing global reach of human spaceflight and the increasing cooperation across national space programmes.

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💰 Money Monday: With student debt rising to £90k, grads are rethinking the financial value of a degree.

• The bigger story: As AI changes how companies hire, employers are placing more value on practical experience and soft skills than on academic qualifications alone. This shift is pushing universities to focus more on career readiness and financial outcomes. If you’re currently in graduation mode, here are some of the best websites to help with your job hunt.

🎾 Wimbledon’s winner: World number one, Jannik Sinner, has won his first Wimbledon title after beating defending champion Carlos Alcaraz yesterday.

🇪🇺 Return requirements: Most people in France, Germany, Italy and Spain want the UK to rejoin the EU but with different terms than before, a poll has found.

☀️ Hot stuff: Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales all recorded their warmest day of the year on Saturday, after the UK’s third heatwave of the summer.

🍅 Tomato tariffs: Tomato prices in the US could rise as early as this week as a long-standing trade deal with Mexico expires, being replaced by a higher tariff.

🏰 Castle commendation: UNESCO has reviewed the applications of several new World Heritage sites – check out the spots that have made the list.

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