A short rocket trip featuring female celebrities was criticised as a trivial vanity stunt, with supporters arguing it highlights women’s contributions in a field historically dominated by men.

An all-female crew spent ten thrilling minutes beyond Earth’s boundary, marking a historic milestone in suborbital travel and sparking public fascination with the possibilities of future exploration.

The government, facing pressure to protect jobs and ensure industrial resilience, is stepping in to secure the nation’s last furnaces, sparking fresh questions around nationalisation and future energy supplies.

China has begun poking fun at the President’s trade stance with satirical material, citing a hefty tariff and prompting cautious reactions from Western observers.