Blue Origin, the spaceflight company set up by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is about to perform the first launch of its heavy-lift New Glenn rocket.The two-stage rocket will lift off from Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, with the company targeting Friday, January 10, for launch. Read on for full details on how to watch a live stream of Blue Origins NG-1 mission.Recommended VideosMore than a decade in development, the inaugural flight of the 98-meter-tall New Glenn rocket will aim to deploy the Blue Ring Pathfinder payload, which will test key technologies for the upcoming Blue Ring spacecraft. The payload includes a communications array, power system, and flight computer, which will be evaluated during a six-hour mission while attached to the rockets second stage.Please enable Javascript to view this contentAn attempt will also be made to bring home the rockets first stage in a similar way to how SpaceX returns the first-stage of its Falcon 9 rocket. This will allow Blue Origin to reuse the booster for multiple missions, saving on launch costs.RelatedThe New Glenn creates about 3.9 million pounds of thrust at launch more than double that of SpaceXs Falcon 9 rocket but less than SpaceXs heavy-lift Falcon Heavy.Blue Origin has been launching its sub-orbital, single-stage New Shepard rocket for several years, but the New Glenn is a major step up and gives the company a chance to join a select group of spaceflight companies capable of heavy-lift orbital launches.Blue Origin is targeting Friday, January 10, for the debut launch of its New Glenn heavy-lift rocket.A three-hour launch window opens at 1 a.m. ET (take note thats 10 p.m. PT on Thursday night).A live stream will begin about an hour before the planned launch, and you can watch it on Blue Origins website.Coverage will include the New Glenn rocket blasting off the launchpad and making its way to orbit. And stick around, as there could also be cameras on the droneship waiting in the Atlantic for the return of the first-stage booster. SpaceXs first-stage booster usually takes around eight minutes to return to Earth, so expect similar timings for Blue Origins booster to come home.As with any rocket launch, the schedule could change if there are any weather concerns or technical issues. Well be sure to update here with the latest information, or you can check Blue Origins social media feed.Editors Recommendations

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Accenture CEO Julie Sweet said she looks for candidates who love to learn new things.Sweet said in a podcast interview that she would ask people what they have learned recently.The former lawyer said it didn't matter even if people just said they learned how to bake a cake.Accenture CEO Julie Sweet said there's one key question she poses to people who want to work for her."There's one question that we ask everyone, regardless of you're a consultant or you're working in technology or whatever you do," Sweet said in an interview with Norges Bank Investment Management CEO Nicolai Tangen on his "In Good Company" podcast, which aired Wednesday."We say, 'What have you learned in the last six months?'" she added.Asking this question, Sweet told Tangen, is a practical way for her to determine if candidates are interested in learning new things."If someone can't answer that question, and by the way, we don't care if it's 'I learned to bake a cake,' if they can't answer that question, then we know that they're not a learner," Sweet said.This wouldn't be the first time Sweet has talked about her expectations for new hires at Accenture. The consulting firm said on its website that it employs around 799,000 employees and operates in more than 200 cities.The former lawyer said in a 2019 interview with The New York Times that she looks for candidates who demonstrate two main traits."The first is curiosity. The new normal is continuous learning, and we look for people who demonstrate lots of different interests and really demonstrate curiosity," Sweet told The Times."The second piece is leadership. I don't care what level you are, there is the need to offer straight talk when you're working with clients. You have to have the courage to deliver tough messages," she added.Representatives for Sweet at Accenture did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.Sweet isn't the only C-suite executive who places a premium on learning.JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said that students should devote their time to learning and reading, and less time on social-media platforms like TikTok and Facebook.Dimon was speaking at the Georgetown Psaros Center for Financial Markets and Policy's annual Financial Markets Quality Conference in September when he was asked if he had any advice for the students in attendance."My advice to students: Learn, learn, learn, learn, learn, learn, learn. If you're Democrat, read the Republican opinion, the good ones. If you're Republican, read the Democrat ones," Dimon said."Read history books. You can't make it up. Nelson Mandela, Abe Lincoln, Sam Walton. You only learn by reading and talking to other people. There's no other way," he continued.

Behrouz Esbati, an Iranian general, partially blamed Russia for the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria.In a speech in Tehran, Esbati accused Russia of bombing an empty desert instead of hitting Syrian rebels.While difficult to verify, his frank remarks are notable since Russia is one of Iran's strongest allies.A top Iranian general has accused Russia of lying to Tehran by saying its jets were attacking Syrian rebels while they were instead bombing the open desert.In a rare break from Iran's diplomatic line on Syria, Brig. Gen. Behrouz Esbati partially blamed Moscow for the fall of Bashar Assad's government during a speech at a mosque in Tehran.An audio recording of the speech was published on Tuesday by Abdullah Abdi, a Geneva-based journalist who reports on Iran."We were defeated, and defeated very badly, we took a very big blow and it's been very difficult," Esbati said of Assad's fall, per a translation by The New York Times.In the recording, Esbati, a senior commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, said Russia told Tehran it was bombing the headquarters of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the rebel group spearheading Assad's ousting.But Moscow's forces were instead "targeting deserts," Esbati said.Esbati further accused Russia of turning off radars when Israel launched strikes on Syria in 2024, allowing Tel Aviv's forces to attack more effectively.The general also largely blamed internal corruption for Assad's fall, saying that bribery was rife among Syria's top-ranking officials and generals.He added that relations between Damascus and Tehran grew tense over the last year because Assad refused an Iranian request to facilitate attacks on Israel through Syria.Business Insider could not independently verify Esbati's claims. But they represent an exceptionally frank assessment among Iran's top ranks of its position in Syria, where a new political leadership is still coalescing in Assad's absence.Iran officially held a much milder tone as Assad's government fell, saying at the time that the fate of Syria would be up to its people and that it "will spare no effort to help establish security and stability in Syria."Assad, a longtime ally of both Iran and Russia, fled Damascus in early December as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham forces stormed toward the capital from the northwest. International observers believe that the rebel advance largely happened as Moscow, a key source of military strength for Assad, found its resources stretched thin by the war in Ukraine.The Russian Defense Ministry did not respond to a request for comment sent outside regular business hours by Business Insider.Esbati's remarks came as a former senior aide to Assad told the Saudi government-owned outlet Al Arabiya on Monday that Russian leader Vladimir Putin had stalled military assistance for Syria.Kamel Saqr said that Assad had asked Putin to personally approve airlifting military aid to Syria and that the Russian leader agreed.The aid was to be transported via Iranian aircraft, but Saqr said that Tehran told Assad it did not receive any requests from Moscow.Assad then asked Moscow about this, but "no answer came," Saqr said.Assad's fall, which neither Moscow nor Tehran stepped up to prevent, has brought deep implications for Russia's forces in the region. Moscow had previously relied on an airbase and a naval base, which it maintained under a deal with Assad, for its operations in Africa and the Mediterranean.It's unclear if Russia will eventually be able to continue maintaining those two facilities, but reports show that it's preparing to move much of its equipment out of Syria. On January 3, Ukraine said that Moscow was planning to move its assets to Libya.

The Los Angeles wildfires could cause up to $57 billion in damage, Accuweather estimates.The fires are destroying expensive real estate in Santa Monica, Malibu, and other neighborhoods.Insurance providers like State Farm pulled new coverage before the fire due to catastrophe risks.The Los Angeles wildfires could cost between $52 billion and $57 billion in damages and economic losses, according to a preliminary estimate from weather forecasting service Accuweather.The wildfires tearing through Santa Monica and Malibu, among other areas, are destroying some of the country's most expensive real estate, where median home values exceed $2 million, Accuweather said in a release on Wednesday. Wildfires in the Los Angeles Pacific Palisades neighborhood have destroyed the homes of celebrities including Paris Hilton and have evacuated actors Mark Hamill and James Woods.The cost estimates include damages to homes and businesses, as well as negative impacts on tourism and health from smoke inhalation, Accuweather said. Property that has not been destroyed by the fire may also have smoke or water damage.The company said that the estimate is early and may change as some areas have not reported damages and injuries."This is likely to end up being one of the most expensive wildfires in modern California history and it will also be one of the most damaging in terms of the numbers of structures that have been destroyed,"Jonathan Porter, AccuWeather's chief meteorologist, said in a statement. A spokesperson for the company declined further comment.The last major disaster was the Camp Fire, which destroyed Paradise, Califronia in 2018. German insurance company Munich Re estimated it caused overall losses of $16.5 billion."These fires will likely be the costliest in history, not the deadliest, and that is the only silver lining right now," Daniel Swain, a climate scientist with UCLA told LAList. Five people have been reported dead and 100,000 were told to evacuate.Health costs could stem from the inhalation of hazardous air from the burning of homes, vehicles, chemicals, and fuels.Property insurance providers, such as State Farm, pulled new California homeowners' insurance services in 2023, citing risks from catastrophes. Last year, the company said it would end coverage for 72,000 homes and apartments in the state for the same reason.Five separate fires hit the city and its region in recent days. High winds have hampered emergency services' responses.

La Do Coffee / SPNG ArchitectsSave this picture! Hiroyuki OkiCoffee ShopBo Lc, VietnamArchitects: NTA-Architecture, SPNG ArchitectsAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:235 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2023 PhotographsPhotographs:Hiroyuki OkiManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: An Cuong, Frame steel, Hafele, INAX, Jotun, Vietceramics, Xinfa More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. La Do Coffee project is part of the design scheme for the La Do Homestay resort complex, located on a 2300m plot on the outskirts of Bao Loc City. Bao Loc is currently experiencing rapid growth in tourism and resort development, thanks to its natural advantages of a cool climate and the majestic landscape of the Central Highlands mountains. The land has a gentle slope, with certain areas offering beautiful views, making it ideal for exploiting the natural beauty and creating an excellent environment for resort activities.Save this picture!The investors are entrepreneurs born and raised in Bao Loc, who carry a deep love and pride for their homeland. Recognizing the tourism potential of the area, they decided to invest their passion into this resort project. Their goal is not only to grow their family business but also to contribute to improving the local economy, enhancing the landscape, and promoting sustainable development in the region.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!While the front of the project faces Spung Mountain, the largest and most iconic mountain in Bao Loc, the project still faces several challenges. The surrounding area is encircled by quiet residential neighborhoods, yet there are some scattered buildings nearby that slightly obstruct the view. Additionally, the density of construction in the area, with six bungalow units, a caf, and other auxiliary spaces, creates a somewhat cramped atmosphere. This requires a refined architectural solution that integrates gracefully with the natural environment and embodies a healing spirit.Save this picture!The main inspiration for the design concept comes from the most tranquil, serene atmosphere possible created by a surrounding central water pond, where geometric shapes, architectural spaces, sunlight, and nature will be reflected on the water's surface, creating a striking symmetrical image. The water element also provides various sensory experiences for users as they move through the pond, walk around, or interact with the water while utilizing the functional spaces of the project. Additionally, the water combined with the surrounding greenery will help regulate humidity and temperature, creating a comfortable environment not only for the project itself but also for the neighboring community.Save this picture!To further enhance and optimize the tranquil space surrounding the pond, we propose using dark tones along with natural materials such as locally sourced stone and unpainted steel. Additionally, we propose a central building with an equilateral triangle floor plan. This basic shape, while simple, is one of the most beautiful and classical geometric forms and, when placed in this context, will provide values that align with the surrounding environment: It creates a contrast with the free-flowing curves of the pond, helping balance the overall architectural form and avoiding the rigidity of geometry or the excessive wildness of natural curves, which could otherwise cause discomfort and confusion for the users. The project plays a significant role in the overall project narrative, acting as a transitional element between the street-level space and the bungalows at the back of the plot. Moving through the pond and the triangular building will offer visitors a more engaging journey. Inspired by the art of spatial openness and closure in the architecture of the ancient Hue royal palaces, this design fosters The interaction between open and closed spaces, instead of directly approaching the entire building block upon entering the courtyard of the building complex, bringing condensation in contemporary architecture. Save this picture!Save this picture!One of the standout features of the architecture is the structural system of I-beams supported by three large stone columns, arranged in a balanced, sculptural manner. This is complemented by a system of round columns lifting the triangular roof, freeing up a spacious, open area that seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor spaces. The porch area serves as a smooth transition, bringing nature and light into the building in a gentle, unobtrusive manner.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The rectangular mass is tucked towards the back of the site to accommodate auxiliary functions. The interconnected spaces of the reception desk, kitchen, and storage areas allow staff to work efficiently. Additionally, the glass walls surrounding these spaces allow visitors to enjoy the external views and maintain a connection with nature. The grass surrounding the pond is also utilized for planting ornamental plants and organizing outdoor activities.Save this picture!Save this picture!In today's modern context, people are overwhelmed by the demands of technology, media, and the fast-paced lifestyle of consumerism, which has led to a decline in physical and mental health, emotional bonds, and personal contributions to the community and the environment. With this project, the design encourages users to find balance and tranquility, fostering interaction with nature, restoring mental health, and enabling a more fulfilling and harmonious experience of life.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Bao Loc City, VietnamLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeNTA-ArchitectureOfficeMaterialsMaterials and TagsPublished on January 09, 2025Cite: "La Do Coffee / SPNG Architects" 09 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025421/la-do-coffee-spng-architects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Nature, Published online: 08 January 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-024-08274-3Excitonic pairing in fractional quantum Hall states shows two new quantum phases, including a fractional exciton condensate and an unusual type of exciton that obeys fermionic or anyonic quantum statistics.

Nature, Published online: 08 January 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-024-08371-3TG2 functions as an eraser and exchanger of H3 monoaminylations, including histaminylation of Gln5 of histone H3.

Nature, Published online: 08 January 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-024-08312-0Fossils of two new worm-like aculiferan species add to the diversity of this group, showing that evolution in early aculiferans generated unusual forms comparable to other crown-group molluscs.