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Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Animal that smells like popcorn arrives at zoo
An animal that smells like popcorn has arrived at a zoo as part of a breeding programme. Marwell Zoo has welcomed its second binturong, a peculiar animal often described as a cross between a bear and a cat with a distinct scent reminiscent of buttery popcorn. The new addition, a male named Hanoi, arrived from France and will join Bellatrix, completing the zoo's pair of binturongs. These creatures, also known as bearcats, are classified under the civet family. Refurbished habitat welcomes Marwell's penguins after months in temporary quarters (Image: Marwell Zoo) Notable for their lack of agility, binturongs predominantly dwell in trees, using their prehensile tails for balance and to grab branches. The zoo staff hopes that the new arrival will breed with Bellatrix. However, not all news about binturongs is positive. Native to Southeast Asia, they are listed as vulnerable, mainly due to threats such as poaching, the pet trade, and habitat loss. READ MORE: Marwell Zoo to host activities for Love Your Zoo Week Carrie Arnold, Marwell's carnivore team leader, said: "This is such an important addition to our Marwell family. "Binturongs are a vulnerable species, so this new arrival is a really exciting and important step in our breeding efforts. "Our hope is that Hanoi and Bellatrix will form a strong bond and help secure the future of this fascinating species." Carrie also noted that the animals can prove elusive to zoo visitors. She suggested checking the Marwell app for feeding times, as this would provide a better chance of spotting the binturongs in their treetop habitat. The zoo also has more good news to share this half term, with the reopening of the penguins' home following renovations. After three months in a temporary habitat, the penguins will return to the refurbished Penguin Cove, complete with an innovative advanced water flow system designed to create variable-speed currents, ideally improving the penguins' fitness and muscle development. Marwell has invited and encouraged the public to visit the zoo during half term, from May 24 to June 1, to see the new animal residents and join the Love Your Zoo Week celebrations, which offer countless fun-filled activities and animal-related adventures. Tickets and more information about the zoo can be found on the Marwell website.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indian space-tech startups set offices, mfg facilities in US
Chennai: To scale up their business and gain access to the lucrative space-technology market, an increasing number of domestic space-tech startups are setting up subsidiaries and office facilities in the US. This helps them to gain access to the market as companies prefer domestic vendors, while some companies go a step further in US expansion by setting up local manufacturing facilities. Yashas Karanam, co-founder and chief operation officer of Bellatrix Aerospace said, 'Having a US presence supports our market expansion goals. Accessing the US government sector often necessitates having a local office or subsidiary for foreign companies. Additionally, many US entities prefer working with US-based partners. These factors collectively make a US presence crucial for growth and market access,' he said. Startups like Bellatrix, a satellite propulsion maker and Digantara, which focuses on space surveillance and intelligence, have already recently announced US operations, including subsidiaries and manufacturing facilities while players like GalaxEye plans to set up offices. Better market opportunity as the US represents over 50% of the global space market and better funding opportunities are some of the major drivers for startups to establish a US presence. Lt Gen AK Bhatt (retd), director general of Indian Space Association (ISpA) said setting up local entities will help navigate regulatory requirements, adding that the window of opportunity in the next three years is very critical for Indian companies tapping the global markets. 'To be relevant global players and have an early mover advantage, startups should have their products tested in space sooner. More companies need to validate their technology and some need to prove with orbital launches,' he said. While growing, the current domestic market, primarily driven by defence application and increasing interest from private players, is limited. Bhatt acknowledged the effort made to boost domestic demand, and said a lot more needs to be done. The US space technology market is estimated at $231 billion and market research reports estimate it to reach $348 billion by 2030. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Buzz Feed
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Which Toxic "Harry Potter" Character Are You?
BuzzFeed Quiz Party! Take this quiz with friends in real time and compare results Check it out! Sure, we all want to be a brave Gryffindor, a wise Ravenclaw, or a loyal Hufflepuff, but nobody's perfect. Maybe you hold onto grudges longer than you should or have a flair for the dramatic. Perhaps you have a habit of bending the truth or always find a way to land on the winning side. But hey, even the most questionable characters have their strengths (because even Bellatrix had passion). But be warned, the truth might just be as dramatic as a Rita Skeeter headline. Editor's Note: BuzzFeed does not support discriminatory or hateful speech in any form. We stand by the LGBTQ+ community and all fans who found a home in the Harry Potter series and will work to provide a safe space for fans. If you, like us, feel impassioned about trans rights, learn more or donate to an amazing UK-based charity here. Hot Topic Think you're the biggest Harry Potter fan? Let's put it to the test. See our Harry Potter Discussions
