An explosion occured near the railway station in Tula, Russia. Smoke is visible.
An explosion occured near the railway station in Tula, Russia. Smoke is visible.
❗️A KamAZ truck loaded with ammunition detonated during unloading at a training ground northwest of Belgorod on June 29.
❗️A KamAZ truck loaded with ammunition detonated during unloading at a training ground northwest of Belgorod on June 29. Personnel from Russia’s 45th Separate Guards Spetsnaz Brigade were involved in the unloading. One senior sergeant was killed, 10 troops were severely wounded, and two officers, a captain and a senior lieutenant, are in critical condition.
❗️A drone threat was declared in Kurgan, Russia, more than 2,000 km from Ukraine’s state border.
❗️A drone threat was declared in Kurgan, Russia, more than 2,000 km from Ukraine’s state border. Explosions were reported in the city, with the target, damage, and aftermath still being clarified.
❗️Denmark has announced a new military aid package worth 4.4 billion Danish kroner (€590 million) for Ukraine.
❗️Denmark has announced a new military aid package worth 4.4 billion Danish kroner (€590 million) for Ukraine. The package includes additional weapons, ammunition, military equipment, and funding for training programs for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Danish Defense Minister Jeppe Bruus said supporting Ukraine remains essential for both Ukraine’s freedom and Europe’s security.
❗️Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) said its drones struck aircraft shelters at the Saky air base in occupied Crimea.
❗️Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) said its drones struck aircraft shelters at the Saky air base in occupied Crimea. A fire erupted in one shelter where a Su-30SM fighter was located, indicating the aircraft may have been damaged or destroyed.
Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed strikes on a Roscosmos-linked institute in Penza that produces components for Iskander, Kalibr, Kh-101, Su-34, Su-35, Tu-95MS, and military space systems. Ukraine also hit three logistics crossings in Donetsk and Luhansk, a fuel depot in Melitopol, three supply depots, and five Russian UAV command posts.
Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed strikes on a Roscosmos-linked institute in Penza that produces components for Iskander, Kalibr, Kh-101, Su-34, Su-35, Tu-95MS, and military space systems. Ukraine also hit three logistics crossings in Donetsk and Luhansk, a fuel depot in Melitopol, three supply depots, and five Russian UAV command posts.
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi said it is too early to speak of a turning point on the front, but Ukraine has liberated over 670 km² since the start of the year.
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi said it is too early to speak of a turning point on the front, but Ukraine has liberated over 670 km² since the start of the year. He credited a campaign of exhausting Russian forces, increasing enemy losses, and disrupting offensive plans. Ukrainian forces now conduct about 45-50% of all daily offensive and assault actions, while Russian activity has declined.
Russia is increasingly targeting Ukrainian gas stations as Ukraine continues striking Russian fuel infrastructure and military logistics.
Russia is increasingly targeting Ukrainian gas stations as Ukraine continues striking Russian fuel infrastructure and military logistics. Overnight, a drone hit a gas station near Vilshany on the Sumy-Kharkiv highway, while Russian sources claimed attacks on five fuel stations in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Another bridge on the Mariupol-Donetsk highway over the Malyi Kal'chyk River near Hranitne has been struck, further disrupting one of Russia’s key military logistics routes between occupied southern and eastern Ukraine.
Another bridge on the Mariupol-Donetsk highway over the Malyi Kal'chyk River near Hranitne has been struck, further disrupting one of Russia’s key military logistics routes between occupied southern and eastern Ukraine.
This 7,626-carat Brazilian topaz is one of the biggest cut gems.
This 7,626-carat Brazilian topaz is one of the biggest cut gems. Brazil is one of the world’s most important sources of topaz and many of the finest blue, imperial and colorless gems come from Minas Gerais.Did you know? 🎓
Russia launched 151 Shahed-type attack drones, an Iskander-M ballistic missile, and a Kh-59 guided missile overnight.
Russia launched 151 Shahed-type attack drones, an Iskander-M ballistic missile, and a Kh-59 guided missile overnight. Ukraine said air defenses downed or suppressed 130 drones and intercepted the Kh-59, while 17 drones hit 16 locations.
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A black fungus feeds on radiation in Chernobyl.In the radioactive ruins of Chernobyl’s Reactor 4, scientists found an extraordinary black fungus, Cladosporium sphaerospermum, thriving in one of Earth’s most toxic environments. Rather than merely enduring radiation, this fungus seems to harness it through radiosynthesis—a process akin to photosynthesis but driven by gamma radiation, converting it into chemical energy. It’s among the rare organisms capable of this feat. Even more remarkable, when tested on the International Space Station, the fungus flourished, forming a biofilm that blocked up to 84% of cosmic radiation, hinting at its potential as a living radiation shield for astronauts. With radiation posing a major hurdle for deep-space missions to Mars and beyond, this self-regenerating biological layer could revolutionize spacecraft design by replacing heavy, bulky shielding. On Earth, researchers are exploring its use in bioremediation to detoxify radioactive sites too hazardous for humans, potentially transforming nuclear disaster recovery. As one scientist put it, “It’s like nature crafted a biological radiation shield.” From Chernobyl’s ruins to space, this humble fungus could help humanity thrive in the universe’s harshest environments.Science and facts💡
A black fungus feeds on radiation in Chernobyl.In the radioactive ruins of Chernobyl’s Reactor 4, scientists found an extraordinary black fungus, Cladosporium sphaerospermum, thriving in one of Earth’s most toxic environments. Rather than merely enduring radiation, this fungus seems to harness it through radiosynthesis—a process akin to photosynthesis but driven by gamma radiation, converting it i...
Operators from the Hornet Tactical Group of Ukraine’s 3rd Special Purpose Regiment used Hornet strike drones to systematically detect and destroy Russian logistics vehicles across occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast, disrupting supply routes behind the front line.
Operators from the Hornet Tactical Group of Ukraine’s 3rd Special Purpose Regiment used Hornet strike drones to systematically detect and destroy Russian logistics vehicles across occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast, disrupting supply routes behind the front line.