Optimizing phosphorus management in canola (Brassica napus L.) through integrated soil, foliar, and fertigation applications under greenhouse conditions

German startup makes history with first orbital space flight launched from European soil

It was Isar's second launch, coming 18 months after the company's first rocket plunged to the ground and exploded in a fiery spectacle shortly after takeoff from the same site.

• German startup Isar Aerospace launched first orbital rocket from Europe.
• Spectrum rocket reached orbit shortly after launch with satellites.
• Isar Aerospace secures €200M funding for future development.

2026-09-05 ·jpost.com

A program incorporating modern technology by Colombo University’s Dept. of Astronomy

By Nishantha Chaminda Peiris Space science stands at the forefront of global research, and there has been increasing discussion regarding space and astronomy in recent times.

2026-09-05 ·island.lk

Sun directly overhead Bentota, Thiniyawala, Iththakanda, Udawalawe, and Kataragama about 12.08 noon t9day (06)

The sun is going to be directly over the latitudes of Sri Lanka from 28th of August to 07th of September due to its apparent southward relative motion.

2026-09-06 ·island.lk