Explosions, Inaugurations, and Space Feats: Highlights of Recent Science News

This summary covers key scientific events: renovations in Historic Cairo, a rocket engine explosion in Scotland, a daring lunar-Earth fly-by by Europe’s JUICE probe, and the SpaceX Polaris crew preparing for the first private spacewalking mission.

Following is a summary of current science news briefs.

In a step towards preserving historical sites, Egyptian officials alongside the U.S. ambassador celebrated the inauguration of renovated monuments in Historic Cairo, spotlighting the Bimaristan al-Muayyad Sheikh, a notable 1420 A.D. hospital complex.

In an unexpected turn of events at the SaxaVord Spaceport in Scotland, a rocket engine exploded during a test. The explosion, captured by BBC footage, erupted into a massive plume of fire and smoke.

European scientists are attempting a groundbreaking maneuver with their JUICE probe, employing a novel double slingshot using the gravity of the Moon and Earth to propel it towards Jupiter.

Meanwhile, SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission is set to make history with the first private spacewalk. The four-person crew, which includes a billionaire entrepreneur and seasoned astronauts, has completed over two years of rigorous training.

(With inputs from agencies.)