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BYD Seal 6 DM-I: New Plug-in Hybrid Car in Canary Islands

by Priya Shah – Business Editor September 21, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

BYD Expands DM-I Lineup with New Seal 6 Launch in Canary ⁣Islands

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – BYD has expanded its Dual Mode Bright (DM-I) hybrid vehicle offerings in the Canary ‍Islands with the arrival of the Seal ⁢6 DM-I,⁤ following the positive reception of the SEAL U DM-I. The new‍ model is available as both ⁣a sedan and a touring variant,promising up too 105 kilometers of all-electric range for the sedan and approximately 100 km for the touring model,with a combined total range exceeding 1,500 kilometers.

The Seal 6 DM-I‌ maintains BYD’s established ‍design language, featuring a sporty posture and⁣ crystalline-inspired ‌headlights. The touring version adds practicality with a 1,535-liter trunk capacity.

Inside, the vehicle offers⁣ seating for five adults with a focus‍ on material quality and spaciousness, particularly ‍in the rear seats. The Dual Mode Intelligent technology manages the hybrid system, switching between electric and thermal modes for optimized efficiency. It utilizes BYD’s Blade Battery,‌ known for ⁤its ‍durability, and includes a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) ‌function capable ⁤of‍ supplying up to 3.3 kW to external devices.

Performance figures indicate a‌ 0-100 km/h ‍acceleration time of‍ under nine seconds and a top speed of 180 km/h.

The Seal 6 DM-I ⁣range includes⁤ three versions: Boost‍ (184⁢ hp, 10.08 kWh battery), Comfort Lite, and Comfort (212 hp, 19 kWh battery with fast ‌charging). Standard features on even the base Boost model include metallic paint, LED headlights, digital instrumentation, a 12.8-inch touchscreen, parking sensors, and⁤ a rear camera. Higher trims add 18-inch tires,⁣ a larger 15.6-inch⁢ screen, ambient lighting, darkened windows, wireless charging, and an‍ eight-speaker ‌sound system. the touring version further includes an electric rear gate, roof⁤ rails, and window cleaning functionality.

Pricing for⁤ the Seal ⁣6 ⁣DM-I starts at €30,579 for the Boost sedan and €31,818 for ⁣the touring model in the Canary Islands. With ⁣the request of ‍the Moves III Plan and financing promotions, prices can be reduced to €20,265 for the ‍sedan and €21,504 for the touring variant.

September 21, 2025 0 comments

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Astronomers discover a quasil one near Earth

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor September 16, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Newly ⁤Discovered Asteroid 2025 PN7 Orbits wiht ⁤Earth, Sheds Light on Rare Space Rock Population

Astronomers have identified a newly discovered asteroid, designated 2025 PN7, as a⁢ “quasilunar” – a space rock with⁣ an‍ orbit similar to Earth’s. The finding offers a rare opportunity to study a‌ population of asteroids that share ⁢our planet’s ⁣orbital neighborhood, possibly revealing clues about the ⁤early solar system and offering accessible targets for future space missions.

Unlike most asteroids found in the main belt⁣ between Mars and Jupiter,2025 PN7 follows a path around the sun ‍that ⁣closely mirrors Earth’s,tho ‌it ⁢doesn’t pose an impact threat. This quasilunar asteroid belongs to a group known as the Arjuna asteroid belt, a collection of small space rocks with Earth-like ⁤orbits.‍ The discovery builds on previous research⁣ suggesting these asteroids may originate from material ejected during impacts ⁣on the Moon.

Astronomer Jesús De ⁣la Fuente Marcos believes 2025 PN7 originated within the⁢ arjuna asteroid belt. He previously⁤ proposed‌ that another small asteroid, ‍2024 PT5, was also an Arjuna asteroid potentially originating from ⁢the Earth’s ⁤Moon before joining the belt.‍ “Now we certainly know that the material ejected⁢ during lunar impacts‌ can contribute members to the secondary belt ⁤of Arjuna asteroids,” De la Fuente Marcos stated.

While‍ quasilunas‍ and “minilunas” – smaller asteroids in similar orbits - can approach Earth, they generally ‍do⁢ not present an impact risk. ‌De la Fuente Marcos confirmed ⁢that 2025 ⁢PN7⁤ is not ⁣considered a threat. Though, he emphasizes⁢ the scientific value of studying these objects, suggesting future missions like China’s Tianwen-2, ⁣planned to investigate the quasilunar⁢ Kamoʻoalewa, could⁣ unlock their origins and history.

These asteroids are relatively easy⁤ to ‌reach‌ for unmanned missions and offer a cost-effective way to test planetary exploration⁤ technologies, according to De la Fuente Marcos. “These asteroids are⁤ relatively easy to access for unmanned ⁢missions and can be used to test planetary exploration technologies with a relatively modest investment,” he⁤ said.

September 16, 2025 0 comments

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Mars Rover Discovery: Potential Signs of Ancient Microscopic Life

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor September 11, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Perseverance Rover Finds Compelling Evidence of ‌Potential Ancient Life on‌ Mars

Cabo⁣ Canaveral, Florida – NASA’s Perseverance‍ rover has unearthed‍ rock samples‌ from an ancient riverbed on‌ Mars that scientists believe could hold ⁤evidence of ⁢past microscopic life, the ‍agency announced ⁢Wednesday. While cautioning that ⁣definitive proof requires further,‌ in-depth analysis – ideally within Earth-based laboratories – researchers are calling the finding the most promising sign yet⁢ in the long search⁢ for life beyond our‍ planet.”This‌ is as close as ‌we’ve come to ‌possibly identifying ancient life on⁢ Mars,” stated Nicky Fox, head of NASA’s scientific mission.

As landing on the red planet in 2021, Perseverance has been systematically exploring the Jezero Crater, a region believed to have once been a lake billions of years ago. The rover ⁢isn’t equipped to detect life directly, but instead acts as a refined geological ‌surveyor, using a ⁣drill to collect samples from areas deemed most likely to have harbored‍ life. These samples are currently awaiting a complex and increasingly challenging⁣ return trip to Earth.

The ⁣latest find comes from a ‍sedimentary rock outcrop called Radiant Angel, located‍ within the Neretva Vallis – an ancient river channel. Analysis revealed ‌the ‍presence of ⁢organic carbon, the building block of life, alongside microscopic formations resembling “poppy ⁣seeds and leopard spots.” These formations are enriched with iron phosphate and iron sulfide – compounds often created on Earth when microorganisms consume organic ⁢matter.

“one possible explanation is microbial life, but there⁢ could be other⁤ ways to create this set of characteristics that we see,” ‌explained lead researcher Joel Hurowitz of ⁢Stony Brook University. “Though,this is the ⁤best and most convincing candidate we’ve⁢ found so far.”

Independent‍ scientists agree the discovery is significant, but emphasize the need for rigorous investigation.⁤ Janice Bishop of the SETI Institute and Mario Parente of the University of Massachusetts Amherst cautioned that non-biological processes could also explain the observed chemical ‌signatures.

The enterprising‌ plan to return the collected samples ‌to‌ Earth – currently numbering 30, with ‍10 ⁢strategically deposited on the martian surface ⁤as a backup ‌- has been hampered by rising costs, now estimated at $11 billion. The original timeline for ⁤return in the early 2030s has⁢ been pushed back to 2040, prompting NASA ‌to explore alternative, more affordable options, including potentially sending advanced analytical equipment ‌ to Mars.

“Budgets and time will dictate the best way to ⁤proceed,” said NASA acting administrator sean Duffy,‍ adding that all possibilities⁣ are being⁤ considered.

Until samples can ⁢be analyzed with the full capabilities of Earth-based labs, scientists will continue to rely on remote ⁢analysis and laboratory simulations to unravel the mysteries of Mars’ past -‍ and the potential for life beyond Earth.

Keywords: Perseverance‌ Rover, Mars,‍ NASA, Ancient Life, Jezero crater, Astrobiology, Space

September 11, 2025 0 comments

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The Earth revolves faster, which leads to the timers to consider an unprecedented measure

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor July 22, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Antarctica’s Melting Ice Accelerates Earth’s Rotation, Scientists Warn

The melting of ice sheets in Antarctica adn Greenland is not only contributing to sea-level rise but also subtly altering the Earth’s rotation speed and axis, according to new research. This phenomenon, driven by the redistribution of mass as ice melts and water moves towards the equator, could have significant long-term implications for the planet’s rotational dynamics.

A study led by beedikt Soja, deputy professor at the Swiss Institute of Technology in Zurich, highlights how climate change is impacting the earth’s rotation. the displacement of mass from the poles towards the equator due to melting ice is causing the planet to spin faster. This effect, while currently minor, could become more pronounced if global warming trends continue unabated.

Soja suggests that in a pessimistic scenario,where greenhouse gas emissions remain high,the influence of climate change on Earth’s rotation could eventually surpass that of the moon,which has historically been the primary driver of the planet’s rotational speed over billions of years.

While the current changes are within what might be considered natural variability, the long-term predictions introduce an element of uncertainty.Scientists are monitoring these shifts to better understand their potential consequences.

“I think (the fastest rotation) is still within reasonable limits, so it could be a natural variability,” Soja commented. “Maybe in a few years,we can see a different situation again and,in the long term,that the planet slows down again. That is my intuition, but you never know.”

July 22, 2025 0 comments

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Geological study discovers that Earth’s magnetic field and oxygen levels have been linked for 540 million years | Science

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor June 18, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Earth’s Magnetic Field and Oxygen Levels Linked in Unexpected Discovery

Scientists have found a significant correlation between Earth’s magnetic field and atmospheric oxygen levels, suggesting a deeper connection between these phenomena. This groundbreaking research, spanning hundreds of millions of years, could offer valuable insights into the conditions that support life on other planets.

Parallel Evolution Unveiled

Research conducted by scientists from the Goddard Space Flight Center, linked the planet’s magnetic field to the levels of oxygen in the atmosphere. They discovered that both factors developed in tandem over the past 540 million years. This finding suggests a shared underlying geophysical or geochemical process remains unknown.

The study analyzed data showing significant increases in both the geomagnetic field’s strength and oxygen concentrations. A notable peak occurred between 330 and 220 million years ago. The scientists still can’t determine if one influences the other or if a third, unknown element is at play.

“This is the first discovery we have had to establish the link between the geomagnetic field and the oxygen level,”

—Weijia Kuang, Lead Author

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, atmospheric oxygen is currently at about 21% (USGS, 2024). The researchers used datasets that covered the last 540 million years. They assessed oxygen levels using fossilized coal. Magnetic field intensity was documented using magnetic footprints preserved in old rocks.

The Connection’s Importance

The study’s authors, Weijia Kuang and Ravi Kopparapu, assert that comprehending this relationship is vital. It may help identify the basic requirements for life on other planets. The research team noted the need for further study to determine if one factor directly affects the other, or if an unknown element is involved.

The Earth’s magnetic field functions as a shield against space weather. This shield protects essential molecules, including oxygen, by preventing solar particles from eroding the atmosphere. It also safeguards photosynthetic organisms, which are the primary oxygen producers, from extreme radiation like X-rays and ultraviolet radiation.

If atmospheric oxygen impacts the magnetic field, the process could be connected to the Earth’s internal dynamics. Plate tectonics could alter the intermediate layer’s chemical and thermal composition. This, in turn, could affect the activity in the liquid external nucleus, where the geomagnetic field is generated.

June 18, 2025 0 comments