China’s upgraded Jiaolong submersible successfully completed sea trials for its 7,000-meter-class capability, marking a significant milestone in deep-sea exploration technology. The submersible, equipped with advanced features and enhanced capabilities, successfully completed the trials, demonstrating its readiness for future missions in the deepest parts of the ocean. This achievement underscores China’s commitment to advancing its maritime exploration capabilities and showcases the country’s technological prowes…
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After invasive rats and feral pigs were removed from Nu’utele Island in Samoa, native forests and rare birds have begun to flourish, while sea turtles have returned to nest after decades of absence. The restoration initiative, supported by regional programs, has led to the growth of native seedlings and improved local food production. This recovery could create opportunities to protect threatened species and strengthen the island's ecological resilience.
The Sunday cycling lane in Seletar will expand to 11.2 kilometers when construction is completed by the first quarter of 2027. The LTA stated that the aim was to assess the feasibility of providing dedicated road space for large groups of cyclists during times when traffic is low. The lane is open on Sunday mornings between 5am and 11am, and only buses and cyclists are allowed in the lane.
The ginkgo tree in Geelong, Victoria, has been named the state's tree of the year after receiving 27% of the public votes in a nationwide competition. Standing at 20 metres tall, it is the largest ginkgo biloba in the state and possibly Australia. The tree has been a backdrop to countless local love stories, with its branches forming the backdrop of many wedding photos. The ginkgo tree was planted in 1859, just two decades after the establishment of Geelong, and has been the backdrop for generations of botanic gar…