Science

Climate and Environment, Space and Astronomy, and Scientific Research.

  1. Birla AI Labs has launched the Yug-1 forecasting model, featuring 271.8 million parameters. This advancement enables zero-shot forecasting capabilities.

  2. A funding allocation of £15 million is designated for zero-emission transport testing at Belfast Harbour, according to the Department for the Economy.

  3. The experiment module launched on October 13, 2026, aboard SpaceX CRS-35 to investigate drug molecule binding in microgravity, according to reports.

  4. A regulatory update indicates that decisions regarding the oil and gas fields are pending, according to the North Sea Transition Authority.

  5. A strategy for modernizing UK medicines regulation by 2030 was published on 14 October 2026, according to the regulator's statement.

  6. New regulations for heating oil distributors enhance protections for 1.5 million households, according to a government update.

  7. A recent approval details Hovilpri's use for treating drug-resistant HSV lesions in immunocompromised adults, according to the regulator.

  8. Winds reached 105 mph as Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin late Friday. It was classified as a Category 2 storm, according to reports.

  9. Orders for energy storage reached 94 GWh in Q3 2026, with a significant 93% intended for international markets, according to reports.

  10. The MHRA launched a Real-World Evidence guidance hub on October 9, 2026, to support regulatory decisions using real-world data, according to reports.