Author: Robin Washington

South Korea’s Aerospace Research Institute successfully launched its first domestically developed nano-cluster satellite, NEONSAT-1. The satellite was released at an altitude of 500km, just 50 minutes after liftoff, and quickly communicated with the ground station in South Chungcheong Province, confirming its operational status. Weighing less than 100 kilograms with a resolution of 1 meter, NEONSAT-1 is the first of 11 satellites planned to monitor the Korean Peninsula and surrounding waters. This satellite is part of a larger constellation project set to be completed by 2027. The development of NEONSAT-1 was led by the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology…

On a clear evening in Florida, SpaceX successfully launched nearly two dozen Starlink satellites from Kennedy Space Center. The Falcon 9 rocket soared into the sky from Space Launch Complex 40 at 6:17 p.m., with almost perfect weather conditions for the historic launch. The Falcon 9’s first stage made a flawless landing back on Earth, marking its 300th successful landing. SpaceX confirmed the deployment of 23 Starlink internet satellites, adding to the world’s first and largest satellite constellation that uses low Earth orbit to provide broadband internet. This advanced technology supports seamless streaming, online gaming, video calls, and more, revolutionizing…

Soldiers in Ukraine are eagerly anticipating the final approval in the US Congress of a $60 billion military aid package for Kyiv, aimed at boosting morale and countering Russia’s advances. The aid bill, which has already been passed in the House of Representatives, is now set to go to the Senate for approval before being signed into law by President Joe Biden. Ukraine is facing urgent needs for artillery shells and air defense systems to combat Russian forces, which currently outnumber them. The provision of military aid is expected to happen quickly, with pre-positioned supplies in storage facilities in Germany…

Bitcoin enthusiasts around the world are closely watching as the countdown begins to the next Bitcoin halving, a key event in the world of cryptocurrency. Scheduled to take place next year in 2024, Bitcoin halvings occur every four years and were a part of the original design of the cryptocurrency by its mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, back in 2009. The main purpose of these halvings is to reduce the rate at which new bitcoins are issued, in an effort to combat inflation and maintain the value of the digital currency. However, as the rewards for miners decrease with each halving,…

KP INSIDER This weekend, Best Buy is offering incredible sales on a wide range of products including OLED TVs, laptops, Apple gear, and more. One of the standout deals is on the 13-inch MacBook Air (M2/256GB), which is now priced at $849, a $150 discount from its original price. Additionally, Best Buy is offering the Hisense 55-inch U6K Mini-LED 4K TV for just $349, making it one of the most affordable Mini-LED TVs on the market. For those looking to upgrade their appliances, Best Buy has a huge sale with items starting at just $59. Smart TVs are also on…

In a recent turn of events, Israel has been revealed to have been practicing bombing and missile campaigns for over a decade in preparation for a potential strike on Iran’s nuclear production facilities. However, it has now been reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s war cabinet has decided against carrying out a strike. Despite this decision, Israel remained silent about a limited strike that reportedly did little damage in Iran. Iranian officials have downplayed the explosions in Isfahan, suggesting that Israel may not have been responsible. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps also attempted to avoid further escalation by downplaying the…

An explosion at the Kalsu military base in Iraq has resulted in the tragic death of one member of the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU), with eight others sustaining injuries. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, with both Israeli and US officials denying any involvement in the incident. Additionally, there were no drones or planes in the air at the time of the blast. The PMU, responsible for the site of the explosion, has announced that a committee will be formed to investigate the incident. This comes at a time of high tensions in the Middle East, particularly due…

In the upcoming NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears are set to make a splash by selecting quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. The Washington Football Team is projected to follow suit by picking Drake Maye as the second overall pick, but rumors suggest they are also considering Jayden Daniels. New England faces a tough decision with the third overall pick, as they weigh their options between Jayden Daniels and another Michigan quarterback. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals are likely to choose Marvin Harrison Jr. as the fourth overall pick, making him the first wide receiver off the board. The…

The Golden State Warriors are gearing up to take on the Sacramento Kings in a high-stakes matchup in the 2024 NBA Play-In Tournament on Tuesday at 10 p.m. ET. The SportsLine consensus is favoring the Warriors by 3 points, with an over/under of 222.5 points for the game. For basketball fans looking to make informed betting decisions, the SportsLine Projection Model is a valuable resource. Known for its accuracy, the model has generated over $10,000 in profit for $100 bettors with its top-rated NBA picks over the past five seasons. As the Warriors prepare to face the Kings, the model…

A “City-Killer” Asteroid Safely Passes by Earth On April 15, 2022, a massive asteroid named 2013 NK4 made its closest approach to Earth since records began. Despite being classified as “potentially hazardous,” the asteroid posed no threat to our planet and safely passed by at a distance more than eight times that between Earth and the moon. Measuring around 2,000 feet wide, 2013 NK4 is twice the size of the infamous “god of chaos” asteroid Apophis. Fortunately, the asteroid will be visible through amateur telescopes over the next three nights from April 15 to April 17. During its closest approach…