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German company launches candle wax-powered rocket on test flight into space
German company HyImpulse successfully launched on Friday a candle wax-powered rocket capable of carrying commercial satellites on a test suborbital flight into space for the first time. "We're signalling Germany's prowess as a spacefaring nation and expanding Europe's access to space," HyImpulse's chief executive Mario Kobald said in a statement. The 12-metre, 2.5-tonne test rocket dubbed "SR75" lifted off shortly after 0500 GMT from a launch site in Koonibba, South Australia.
- Reuters
India's Raymond Q4 profit jumps 18% on strong real-estate demand
Indian conglomerate Raymond reported an 18% rise in fourth-quarter profit on Friday, buoyed by strong demand for its real-estate segment. The segment accounts for 25% of the revenue mix and its revenue more than doubled during the quarter. Its textile segment, biggest in terms of revenue contribution, saw a moderated 2% growth in revenue amid muted customer demand and challenging market conditions.
- BBC
Barry Manilow may take Co-op Live show to rival arena
The star has announced a "back up plan" should the gig at the troubled venue be unable to go ahead.
