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Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University developed SORA-DET, a lightweight framework that boosts UAV object detection with higher accuracy and faster speed. Using novel modules like PRepConvBlock and SB-FPN, it delivers strong results with far fewer parameters. The system promises real-world benefits in disaster response, environmental monitoring, and urban planning.

Firefly Aerospace has suffered a setback after the Alpha rocket exploded during a preflight test. The incident, thankfully injury-free, raises concerns about the rocket’s reliability and delays the Lockheed Martin mission. Firefly is taking corrective actions, investigating the failure, and aiming to demonstrate safe and dependable launches in upcoming missions.

Venus’ distinctive crown-like coronae may be explained by heat trapped beneath a rigid mantle layer, according to recent studies. This discovery provides key insights into the planet’s geological activity and helps researchers compare Venus’ surface evolution to that of other planets in our solar system

The Expedition 73 Crew commences the week by configuring advanced physics, blood circulation studies, and more at the International Space Station.

Bridgerton is set to land with its Season 4 in the coming year, 2026. The season will revolve around the second-oldest Bridgerton sibling and his love interest.