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The Chinese unmanned cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-4, sent into space from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan province of China, reached the core module of the space station Tianhe established by China in Earth orbit. While Tianzhou-4 successfully docked with Tianhe, the docking process took about 6.5 hours as a result of using fast technology. The 10.6 meter-long cargo spacecraft delivered the equipment and supplies required for the 6 month long mission of the 3 taikonauts to be sent to the station with Shenzhou-14 in June, to the now empty Tianhe.

On the other hand, 5 more space flights will be carried out this year to complete the construction of China’s space station.

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Malaysia Bans US Plastic Waste Imports

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Malaysia has officially banned plastic waste imports from the United States and other non-signatories of the Basel Convention as of July 1, 2025. The ban, part of Malaysia’s broader effort to curb foreign waste, blocks shipments including electronic plastics. Only countries that have ratified the convention may export waste to Malaysia, under strict pre-inspection and high-purity standards via SIRIM Berhad.

The decision has halted plastic waste imports and caused stockpiling at ports. Environmental groups welcomed the move, calling it a major step against deceptive recycling practices. Malaysia has been actively returning illegal shipments since 2019, resisting its use as a global dumping ground.

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