The Hope probe launches from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre on July 20. AFP
The Hope probe launches from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre on July 20. AFP
It will take the spacecraft, which later detached from the rocket, about 200 days to reach the Red Planet, arriving in February 2021. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
It will take the spacecraft, which later detached from the rocket, about 200 days to reach the Red Planet, arriving in February 2021. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The launch of the rocket is captured on video at Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The launch of the rocket is captured on video at Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The first homegrown Arab space mission drew in interest from across the globe. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The first homegrown Arab space mission drew in interest from across the globe. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Waiting for the launch in the morning light. MHI Launch Services twitter
Waiting for the launch in the morning light. MHI Launch Services twitter
Emirati journalists clap as they watch the launch of the Hope space probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
Emirati journalists clap as they watch the launch of the Hope space probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
A broadcasting of the launch of the Hope Mars probe at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
A broadcasting of the launch of the Hope Mars probe at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
An Emirati man wipes a tear away with his face mask while watching the launch of the Hope space probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
An Emirati man wipes a tear away with his face mask while watching the launch of the Hope space probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
Mohammed Al Mannaee, an announcer with Dubai TV, reacts as he watches the launch. AP
Mohammed Al Mannaee, an announcer with Dubai TV, reacts as he watches the launch. AP
Sarah Al Ameeri and the UAE team watch the launch at at the Tanegashima Space Centre
Sarah Al Ameeri and the UAE team watch the launch at at the Tanegashima Space Centre
The UAE team watch the launch of the Mars Hope probe at at the Tanegashima Space Centre.
The UAE team watch the launch of the Mars Hope probe at at the Tanegashima Space Centre.
Sarah Al Ameeri and the UAE team watch the launch at at the Tanegashima Space Centre
Sarah Al Ameeri and the UAE team watch the launch at at the Tanegashima Space Centre
A screen broadcasts the launch of the Mars probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
A screen broadcasts the launch of the Mars probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
Solid rocket booster (SRB-A) was separated after burnout during the launch of the H-2A rocket carrying the Hope Probe, developed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the Mars explore, are recorded by cameras onboard the rocket after the lauch from Tanegashima Space Center on the island of Tanegashima, Japan. REUTERS
Solid rocket booster (SRB-A) was separated after burnout during the launch of the H-2A rocket carrying the Hope Probe, developed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the Mars explore, are recorded by cameras onboard the rocket after the lauch from Tanegashima Space Center on the island of Tanegashima, Japan. REUTERS
A screen broadcasts the launch of the Mars probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
A screen broadcasts the launch of the Mars probe at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AFP
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: MHI Launch Services
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: MHI Launch Services
Omran Sharaf, the project director for the Hope space probe, speaks on his mobile phone at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
Omran Sharaf, the project director for the Hope space probe, speaks on his mobile phone at Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai. AP
Sarah Al Ameeri, Minister of State for Advanced Sciences of United Arab Emirates, celebrates with Naohiko Abe, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Senior Vice President, Head of Integrated Defence and Space Systems, after the successful launch of the H-2A rocket carrying the Hope Probe, developed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the Mars explore, at Tanegashima Space Center on the island of Tanegashima, Japan. REUTERS
Sarah Al Ameeri, Minister of State for Advanced Sciences of United Arab Emirates, celebrates with Naohiko Abe, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Senior Vice President, Head of Integrated Defence and Space Systems, after the successful launch of the H-2A rocket carrying the Hope Probe, developed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the Mars explore, at Tanegashima Space Center on the island of Tanegashima, Japan. REUTERS
Emiratis are pictured at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai ahead of the expected launch of the "Hope" Mars probe from Japan. AFP
Emiratis are pictured at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai ahead of the expected launch of the "Hope" Mars probe from Japan. AFP
The weather was clear over Tanegashima Island in southern Japan on Sunday after weeks of rain and cloudy conditions. Courtesy: Dubai Media Office
The weather was clear over Tanegashima Island in southern Japan on Sunday after weeks of rain and cloudy conditions. Courtesy: Dubai Media Office
Emirati engineers wave in a picture taken on Sunday from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Emirates Mars Mission / UAE Space Agency
Emirati engineers wave in a picture taken on Sunday from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Courtesy: Emirates Mars Mission / UAE Space Agency
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Screengrab courtesy MHI Launch Services
The launch of the rocket from Japan's Tanegashima Space Centre. Screengrab courtesy MHI Launch Services

Science

'See you soon!' - Nasa's Mars rover and Hope probe exchange messages

Perseverance is due to blast off from Florida in the same launch window as the UAE's probe

Rory Reynolds
Rory Reynolds
UAE

July 20, 2020

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Nasa's Perseverance rover sent a cheerful message to the Hope probe to congratulate it on a successful launch on Monday.

"Congratulations on your launch!" Nasa wrote on Twitter.

"I wish you a successful journey and look forward to the sol [Martian day] when we are both exploring Mars."

Hope's team responded: "Thank you. The launch was really exciting. I wish you all the best for your big day. See you soon!"

Nasa is working to a similar launch window to send Perseverance to the Red Planet.

It was due to blast off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on July 17 but the launch has been scrubbed three times due to technical problems.

Engineers have until mid-August to make the launch window, after which the distance between Earth and Mars would be too great to travel.

If the launch goes ahead, Perseverance is due to land on Mars' surface in February 2021 to search out signs of past microbial life - if that ever existed.

It would be the first mission to specifically hunt for so-called biosignatures since the twin Viking 1 and 2 launches in 1975.

The two landers successfully reached Mars and were the first to send home images of the surface of the Red Planet.

Both operated far beyond their 90-day lifetimes, to 1980 and 1982 respectively, offering scientists an unrivalled insight into Mars.

A third Mars mission is planned for this month when China attempts to send its Tianwen-1 vehicle to Mars.

It aims to complete orbiting, landing and roving all in one mission and is equipped with a range of devices to measure minerals and particles.

It is due to land on a region of Mars called Utopia Planitia, where Viking 2 touched down in 1976.

If Nasa and China's missions cannot take off during the launch period, they would have to wait until 2022 when Earth and Mars align again.

A computer generated image of what Nasa's Perseverance rover would look like on the surface of Mars. Courtesy: Nasa
A computer generated image of what Nasa's Perseverance rover would look like on the surface of Mars. Courtesy: Nasa
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How to come clean about financial infidelity
  • Be honest and transparent: It is always better to own up than be found out. Tell your partner everything they want to know. Show remorse. Inform them of the extent of the situation so they know what they are dealing with.
  • Work on yourself: Be honest with yourself and your partner and figure out why you did it. Don’t be ashamed to ask for professional help. 
  • Give it time: Like any breach of trust, it requires time to rebuild. So be consistent, communicate often and be patient with your partner and yourself.
  • Discuss your financial situation regularly: Ensure your spouse is involved in financial matters and decisions. Your ability to consistently follow through with what you say you are going to do when it comes to money can make all the difference in your partner’s willingness to trust you again.
  • Work on a plan to resolve the problem together: If there is a lot of debt, for example, create a budget and financial plan together and ensure your partner is fully informed, involved and supported. 

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Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, Abu Dhabi Sunshine Series

All matches at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Test series

1st Test: Zimbabwe beat Afghanistan by 10 wickets
2nd Test: Wednesday, 10 March – Sunday, 14 March

Play starts at 9.30am

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UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
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Young women have more “financial grit”, but fall behind on investing

In an October survey of young adults aged 16 to 25, Charles Schwab found young women are more driven to reach financial independence than young men (67 per cent versus. 58 per cent). They are more likely to take on extra work to make ends meet and see more value than men in creating a plan to achieve their financial goals. Yet, despite all these good ‘first’ measures, they are investing and saving less than young men – falling early into the financial gender gap.

While the women surveyed report spending 36 per cent less than men, they have far less savings than men ($1,267 versus $2,000) – a nearly 60 per cent difference.

In addition, twice as many young men as women say they would invest spare cash, and almost twice as many young men as women report having investment accounts (though most young adults do not invest at all). 

“Despite their good intentions, young women start to fall behind their male counterparts in savings and investing early on in life,” said Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, senior vice president, Charles Schwab. “They start off showing a strong financial planning mindset, but there is still room for further education when it comes to managing their day-to-day finances.”

Ms Schwab-Pomerantz says parents should be conveying the same messages to boys and girls about money, but should tailor those conversations based on the individual and gender.

"Our study shows that while boys are spending more than girls, they also are saving more. Have open and honest conversations with your daughters about the wage and savings gap," she said. "Teach kids about the importance of investing – especially girls, who as we see in this study, aren’t investing as much. Part of being financially prepared is learning to make the most of your money, and that means investing early and consistently."

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