Astronomers Capture First-Ever Early Snapshot of Supernova Shock Wave Using ESO’s VLT

Astronomers using ESO’s Very Large Telescope have captured a rare early look at supernova SN 2024ggi, just one day after its discovery. The blast shockwave appeared olive-shaped—not spherical—revealing surprising asymmetry in the explosion. Recorded with the FORS2 instrument, the data shows the shock-breakout phase in unprecedented detail. The discovery challenges existing models and offers new clues into how massive stars die and how their final moments unfold.

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iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max Said to Launch Next Fall Alongside Apple's New Foldable Smartphone

Apple is expected to change its iPhone release strategy, starting in fall 2026 with the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and possibly its first foldable phone. The standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and a refreshed iPhone Air may follow in spring 2027. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is moving away from its traditional fall-only launches due to pressure on teams and suppliers. From 2026 onward, Apple may release five to six models yearly, giving customers more choices throughout the year.

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Vivo X300 and Teleconverter Kit India Prices Tipped Ahead of December 2 Launch

Vivo’s X300 series launches in India on December 2, and a new leak suggests the X300 could start at Rs. 74,999, with the 16GB + 512GB variant possibly selling below its Rs. 89,999 MRP. The Telephoto Extender Kit may cost Rs. 20,999. A Summit Red colourway is also tipped. The phones feature MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chip and run Android 16-based OriginOS 6.

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Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Pro First Impressions

Xiaomi is making a leap from the 15 to the 17 series in an effort to challenge Apple. We got our hands on the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Pro for a limited period ahead of the early 2026 India release. The Xiaomi 17 will be the latest addition from the company to the compact flagship range, joining the likes of the Vivo X200 FE and OnePlus 13s. The Xiaomi 17 Pro, on the other hand, comes as a direct rival to the iPhone 17 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro. Both phones are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC and have strong performance credentials. In our limited time with the handsets, we found them to be solid premium smartphones.

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Intense Solar Storm With Huge CMEs Forced Astronauts to Take Shelter on the ISS

A major solar storm in mid-November 2025 dazzled Earth with vivid auroras but forced astronauts on the ISS to take radiation precautions. Russian cosmonauts sheltered in the station’s heavily protected Destiny lab, while other crew members stayed in shielded quarters as controllers limited access to higher-risk modules during the event.

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James Webb Telescope May Have Spotted First Generation of Stars in the Universe

Astronomers using JWST may have discovered Population III stars in cluster LAP1-B, offering new insights into early galaxy formation and the universe’s first luminous objects. JWST observations suggest Population III stars may have formed 13 billion years ago, helping trace early galaxies. These stars might be building blocks for larger galaxies as well, making it possible for astronomers to know more about the structure and evolution of the universe's first cosmic systems.

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Vivo X300 Series India Launch Date Announced: Here's What to Expect

Vivo X300 series India launch date has been announced. The upcoming lineup is expected to comprise two models --- the Vivo X300 and the Vivo X300 Pro. Both handsets are teased to come with Zeiss-tuned triple rear cameras. The Vivo X300 series was launched in China in October, powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipsets. The Indian variants are expected to have similar specifications to their Chinese counterparts.

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