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Eiffel Tower-sized asteroid Apophis to pass closer to Earth than many satellites in 2029, NASA says
Science · May 4, 2026

Eiffel Tower-sized asteroid Apophis to pass closer to Earth than many satellites in 2029, NASA says

A potentially hazardous asteroid named Apophis will fly unusually close to Earth on April 13, 2029, but NASA says there is no risk of impact.

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Artemis crew says they wanted to 'connect with humanity,' show what can be done when they put their mind to it
Science · May 1, 2026

Artemis crew says they wanted to 'connect with humanity,' show what can be done when they put their mind to it

The Artemis II crew spoke with U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz after their historic 10-day lunar flyby, calling the record-breaking mission a glorious experience.

Scientists revive ancient 24,000-year-old ‘zombie worm’ from Arctic ice — then it reproduced
Science · Apr 25, 2026

Scientists revive ancient 24,000-year-old ‘zombie worm’ from Arctic ice — then it reproduced

Scientists revived a 24,000-year-old microscopic organism frozen in Siberian permafrost, offering new insights into how life endures extreme conditions.

'Gigantic' ancient octopus used jaws to crush prey and hunted alongside the dinosaurs 100M years ago: study
Science · Apr 24, 2026

'Gigantic' ancient octopus used jaws to crush prey and hunted alongside the dinosaurs 100M years ago: study

Octopuses' earliest relatives may have been gigantic predators hunting during the age of dinosaurs, according to new Hokkaido University research.

Scientists uncover identity of mysterious 'golden orb' discovered miles underwater in 2023
Science · Apr 23, 2026

Scientists uncover identity of mysterious 'golden orb' discovered miles underwater in 2023

NOAA and Smithsonian scientists have identified the mysterious golden orb found 2 miles deep in the Gulf of Alaska as part of a rare giant deep-sea anemone.

NASA shuts off Voyager 1 instrument to save power 15B miles from Earth
Science · Apr 21, 2026

NASA shuts off Voyager 1 instrument to save power 15B miles from Earth

NASA shut down Voyager 1's charged particles instrument to save dwindling power, as the interstellar spacecraft loses about 4 watts of energy per year.

NASA's Artemis follow-up mission 'right around the corner' after successful lunar flight
Science · Apr 12, 2026

NASA's Artemis follow-up mission 'right around the corner' after successful lunar flight

NASA targets the moon's south pole for a future base as Artemis III prepares to test critical docking maneuvers in Earth's orbit launching next year.

Artemis II astronauts splash down after first moon mission in more than 50 years
Science · Apr 11, 2026

Artemis II astronauts splash down after first moon mission in more than 50 years

Four Artemis II astronauts completed a historic 10-day mission around the moon, splashing down off the coast of San Diego Friday evening.

Nutella capitalizes on greatest free advertising moment in history on NASA Moon mission
Science · Apr 7, 2026

Nutella capitalizes on greatest free advertising moment in history on NASA Moon mission

A floating Nutella jar aboard NASA's Artemis II went viral, with internet users calling the zero-gravity moment the greatest free advertisement in history.

Artemis astronauts enter eerie 40-minute communication blackout on Moon’s far side
Science · Apr 6, 2026

Artemis astronauts enter eerie 40-minute communication blackout on Moon’s far side

The Artemis II crew offically entered a historic communications blackout Monday as their spacecraft slipped behind the Moon's far side, breaking distance records.

NASA chief Jared Isaacman says Artemis II would not be possible 'if it wasn't for President Trump'
Science · Apr 5, 2026

NASA chief Jared Isaacman says Artemis II would not be possible 'if it wasn't for President Trump'

NASA administrator Jared Isaacman says Artemis II would not be at this moment without President Trump as Orion prepares to pass the far side of the Moon.

Astronauts arrive at ISS for 8-month mission after medical emergency forced early evacuation
Science · Feb 14, 2026

Astronauts arrive at ISS for 8-month mission after medical emergency forced early evacuation

NASA Commander Jessica Meir leads an international crew, including France's second woman in space, to the ISS for an eight-month mission of scientific research.

Researchers pinpoint source of black hole's 3,000-light-year-long jet stream using enhanced telescope network
Science · Feb 1, 2026

Researchers pinpoint source of black hole's 3,000-light-year-long jet stream using enhanced telescope network

A new study has connected the famous m87 black hole, the first ever imaged, to its powerful cosmic jet, revealing how it launches particles at near light speed.

Dinosaur fossils unearthed during parking lot construction at national park
Science · Jan 18, 2026

Dinosaur fossils unearthed during parking lot construction at national park

Construction workers made an incredible discovery at Dinosaur National Monument when parking lot work unearthed fossils believed to belong to the Diplodocus.

Virginia Tech study shows dogs can detect invasive lanternfly
Science · Aug 14, 2025

Virginia Tech study shows dogs can detect invasive lanternfly

Catching the spotted lanterfly early is key, but finding its eggs is no easy task. That’s where the dogs come in to help with their strong sense of smell.

Harvard physicist says massive interstellar object could be alien probe on 'reconnaissance mission'
Science · Aug 10, 2025

Harvard physicist says massive interstellar object could be alien probe on 'reconnaissance mission'

Massive interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, larger than Manhattan, shows unusual glow pattern and planetary alignment that Harvard physicist calls potentially technological.

Astronauts splash down in Pacific after completing ISS mission that relieved stranded crew members
Science · Aug 10, 2025

Astronauts splash down in Pacific after completing ISS mission that relieved stranded crew members

NASA astronauts Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers and two international crew members splashed down in the Pacific off California Saturday in the first such landing for NASA in 50 years.

New study reveals leprosy existed in the Americas before European explorers arrived
Science · Jun 5, 2025

New study reveals leprosy existed in the Americas before European explorers arrived

The discovery of Mycobacterium lepromatosis suggests leprosy was present in the Americas long before Europeans, altering the historical understanding of the disease.

Researchers develop face 'e-tattoo' to track mental workload in high-stress jobs
Science · May 31, 2025

Researchers develop face 'e-tattoo' to track mental workload in high-stress jobs

Researchers introduce a wire forehead e-tattoo using EEG and EOG to measure brain activity and cognitive performance analysis.

Potential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theory
Science · May 31, 2025

Potential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theory

Discovery of 2017OF201, a large trans-Neptune Object, challenges previous beliefs about the Kuiper Belt and hints at the existence of a theoretical Planet Nine.

Earth's oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: study
Science · May 29, 2025

Earth's oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: study

Satellite data reveals 21% of oceans have darkened, affecting photic zones and marine life. Researchers warn of severe effects on global marine life and ecosystems.

Scientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off Oregon
Science · May 21, 2025

Scientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off Oregon

The Axial Seamount, located 300 miles off Oregon's coast, shows signs of eruption. Experts assure it won't affect land or cause seismic events.

Soviet-Era spacecraft crashes back to Earth after 53 years
Science · May 10, 2025

Soviet-Era spacecraft crashes back to Earth after 53 years

Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 reentered Earth's atomosphere Saturday morning after 53 years in orbit during a failed attempt to launch into Venus.

Google working to decode dolphin communication using AI
Science · Apr 27, 2025

Google working to decode dolphin communication using AI

Google is harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to study how dolphins communicate with the ultimate goal of enabling humans to one day talk with them.

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