February 8, 2026

Chinese Researchers Find Tumour Protein Could Fight Alzheimer’s Disease

Chinese scientists discovered a protein from tumour cells, cystatin C, that lowers amyloid plaques and improves memory in Alzheimer's mice. This could lead to new targeted therapies for dementia.

February 8, 2026

Air India Boeing 787 Fuel Control Switch Glitch Sparks Safety Probe

An Air India Boeing 787 flight from London to Bengaluru faced a fuel control switch issue just before takeoff. The crew resolved it after three attempts. The DGCA and Boeing are investigating the glitch linked to past FAA warnings on faulty fuel switches.

February 8, 2026

China Launches Fourth Shenlong Reusable Spacecraft Mission, Challenging US X-37B

China has sent its fourth Shenlong reusable spacecraft into orbit, marking steady progress in its peaceful space tech efforts. The mission tests new technology and keeps pace with the US Space Force’s rival X-37B spaceplane.

February 8, 2026

El Niño Could Boost Global Heat to New Records in 2027, Scientists Say

Scientists warn that an El Niño may form in the Pacific by mid-2026. This could push global temperatures to new highs in 2027, breaking records amid ongoing climate change.

February 7, 2026

Five New Cheetah Cubs Born at Kuno National Park, India’s Cheetah Count Hits 35

India celebrates five new cheetah cubs born to Namibian cheetah Aasha at Kuno National Park, marking the eighth successful litter and boosting total cheetah numbers to 35.