Commonwealth News
Samoa Independence Day
On January 1, 1962, Western Samoa achieved independence. To prevent the special celebration from coinciding with New Year’s Day, Independence Day is celebrated on June 1. This day holds immense national pride and is marked by official ceremonies, cultural showcases,...
India: Space start-up Agnikul successfully flies its indigenous rocket from Sriharikota’s first private launchpad
Chennai-based start-up Agnikul Cosmos achieved a milestone with successfully launching its indigenously built rocket from Sriharikota's first private launchpad. The rocket, powered by a 3D-printed semi-cryogenic engine, demonstrated critical components for future...
Anguilla Day
On May 30th, 1967, Anguilla issued a unilateral declaration of independence and established itself as the "Republic of Anguilla." Anguilla Day is commemorated with many festivities, including parades, cultural events, boat races, and local performances, all aimed at...
Anguilla Day
On May 30th, 1967, Anguilla issued a unilateral declaration of independence and established itself as the "Republic of Anguilla." Anguilla Day is commemorated with many festivities, including parades, cultural events, boat races, and local performances, all aimed at...
Vanuatu votes in referendum to tame political instability
Vanuatu is conducting its first referendum since independence, with citizens voting on proposed constitutional amendments to address political instability. The referendum seeks to strengthen the country’s party system by preventing party hopping among lawmakers and...
NASA launches satellite PREFIRE to monitor, predict and help mitigate climate change
NASA recently launched a small satellite as part of its PREFIRE (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment) mission to enhance climate change predictions. The satellite, deployed atop Rocket Lab's Electron rocket from New Zealand, will use CubeSats to...