Science & Space
NASA is set to launch four astronauts on Artemis II, a 10-day crewed mission around the moon marking humanity's farthest spaceflight in 54 years and a critical step toward lunar surface landing before China.
New models reveal the K-Pg impact's killing mechanism: months of darkness, not the blast
Recent impact modeling reveals the Chicxulub asteroid collision 66 million years ago released energy equivalent to 5 billion Hiroshima bombs, triggering a glob…
HighHigh-protein breakfast reduces daily snacking and hunger cravings, study finds
Research shows protein-rich breakfasts improve satiety and reduce snacking throughout the day, particularly among young women who typically skip breakfast.
HighWomen Face Higher Genetic Risk of Depression, Study Finds
A major genetic study published in Nature Communications found women carry higher genetic risk for depression, identifying 16 female-specific variants versus 8…
HighNASA e SpaceX reforçam segurança com perímetro de 16km para evitar barcos na chegada de astronautas
NASA e SpaceX implementam novo plano com Guarda Costeira para impedir invasão de barcos civis na zona de chegada da cápsula Crew Dragon em outubro, após incide…
HighT. rex had human-like body temperature, study of ancient teeth reveals
New research analyzing T. rex teeth suggests the dinosaur maintained a body temperature around 97°F, similar to modern humans and elephants, indicating it was…
HighSpirit's broken wheel accidentally revealed ancient Martian hot springs
NASA's Spirit rover accidentally discovered high-silica deposits on Mars when its failed wheel scraped soil, revealing evidence of ancient hydrothermal activit…
HighWalking beats sitting: Study reveals most effective method to soothe crying babies
A new study finds that walking with a crying baby for 5 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of sitting, is more effective at soothing infants and helping them sleep…
MediumClosest supermassive black hole pair found in galactic wreckage 90M light-years away
Astronomers discovered the closest supermassive black hole binary to Earth in NGC 7727, a galaxy formed from a collision 1 billion years ago. The pair will mer…
HighStopping GLP-1 Drugs May Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk, Study Finds
New research highlights cardiovascular risks when patients stop taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, including increased heart attack and stroke risk, raising conc…
MediumAstronomy Day: How stargazing builds critical thinking and scientific inquiry
International Astronomy Day celebrates how astronomy combines observation, mathematics, and technology to develop critical thinking and interdisciplinary learn…
MediumEuclid Telescope Discovers 31 Ancient Quasars, Challenging Cosmic Models
Europe's Euclid telescope discovered 31 of the oldest quasars ever observed, including two shining with the light of a trillion suns when the universe was only…
HighExotic quantum phase breaks symmetry rules, allowing crystal vibrations to mix
Researchers discovered an exotic quantum phase that allows crystal vibrations to mix despite symmetry rules that should prevent it, challenging fundamental phy…
HighNew findings challenge decades of assumptions about Sagittarius A*
Scientists may have fundamentally misunderstood Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at our galaxy's center, despite imaging it in 2022 with the Event H…
MediumDoes Sniffing Chocolate Really Boost Your Gym Performance? An Exercise Scientist Weighs In
A viral study claims sniffing chocolate improves leg day workouts by 25%, but an exercise scientist reveals significant methodological flaws that likely inflat…
HighCuriosity rover discovers vast field of honeycomb-patterned terrain on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered a field of honeycomb-patterned polygonal textures on Mars, revealing evidence of ancient geological processes that shaped…
HighHidden Genetic Risk Behind Heart Attacks in Healthy Canadians Prompts Call for Routine Screening
Updated Canadian guidelines urge family doctors to screen for Lipoprotein(a), a genetic cholesterol marker affecting 1 in 5 Canadians that raises heart attack…
HighNASA Observes Record-Breaking Solar Burst Spanning Nearly Three Weeks
NASA has tracked a record-breaking solar burst that persisted for nearly three weeks, marking an exceptional event in solar activity monitoring and analysis.
MediumLuca Parmitano, piloto de Artemis III: "Espero tener algo italiano en el menú"
El astronauta italiano Luca Parmitano fue presentado como piloto de la misión Artemis III de la NASA prevista para 2027, bromeando sobre llevar comida italiana…
HighSkipped Blood Pressure Doses Eliminate Heart Protection, Study Warns
Research shows that missing doses of blood pressure medication significantly reduces cardiovascular benefits, with poor adherence undermining the protective ef…
HighJWST's 'Little Red Dots' Show Signs of Early Universe Black Hole Stars
James Webb Space Telescope identifies mysterious 'little red dots' as evidence of black hole stars and growing supermassive black holes in the early universe,…
HighSpaceX Falcon 9 Booster Achieves Record 9th Flight with Starlink Deployment
SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket booster for a record-breaking 9th time, delivering 60 Starlink satellites. The achievement demonstrates rapid reusability a…
HighTotal Solar Eclipse Darkens Antarctica This Week—Here's How to Watch
A total solar eclipse will darken the sun over Antarctica on December 4, with partial visibility across southern hemisphere regions. NASA will livestream the e…
HighIBM y NASA lanzan modelo de IA de código abierto para explorar la Luna
IBM y NASA presentaron un modelo de inteligencia artificial de código abierto entrenado con datos lunares para detectar hielo, cráteres y actividad volcánica,…
HighRadio Astronomy Reveals Hidden Universe; NASA Perfects Space Food for Astronauts
Radio astronomy enables scientists to study invisible cosmic objects by detecting natural radio waves, while NASA's space food programs prioritize comfort food…
HighLa NASA lanza con éxito la misión Europa Clipper hacia la luna helada de Júpiter
La NASA y SpaceX lanzan exitosamente la nave Europa Clipper desde el Centro Espacial Kennedy en Florida. La misión viajará 2.900 millones de kilómetros durante…
HighDiet drinks pose greater liver disease risk than sugary alternatives, study finds
A major study of 123,788 UK participants found that artificially sweetened beverages increase metabolic liver disease risk by 60%, exceeding the 50% risk from…
HighFungal farming boosts crop yields and flavor, study finds
Research demonstrates that fungus-based farming methods increase crop yields while improving taste quality, offering sustainable agricultural advancement.
MediumWebb Telescope Reveals Hidden Planet in Beta Pictoris System
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a previously hidden planet in the Beta Pictoris star system, marking a significant advancement in exoplanet de…
HighReading Any Genre Offers Significant Mental Health Benefits, Scientists Find
Scientists report that reading for pleasure boosts memory, empathy, and mental health, with benefits spanning cognitive function and long-term wellbeing across…
MediumSardinia's Upgraded Radio Telescope Resumes Hunt for Cosmic Fast Radio Bursts
Italy's Sardinia Radio Telescope undergoes technical upgrades to continue investigating Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs), intense millisecond radio pulses from distant…
HighSeptember 2026 Night Sky: Harvest Moon, Venus at Peak Brightness, and Neptune
September 2026 offers multiple stargazing opportunities including the Harvest Moon, Venus at peak brightness, the Andromeda Galaxy, and Neptune visibility as s…
MediumNASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory unveils stunning new galaxy gallery
NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has released a new gallery showcasing distant galaxies captured through advanced X-ray imaging, providing fresh insights into…
HighWebb Telescope Reveals Stephan's Quintet in Stunning Detail
The James Webb Space Telescope captured unprecedented images of Stephan's Quintet, a famous galaxy group first observed in 1877, revealing intricate details of…
HighWebb detects first atmosphere on planet orbiting white dwarf, solving survival mystery
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope detected the first atmosphere around a planet orbiting a white dwarf, revealing methane and haze on WD 1856 b, a Jupiter-size…
HighLua Cheia domina maio de 2026 com duas fases completas no mês
On May 3, 2026, the Moon is in its Full phase at 97% visibility and waning. May features five lunar phases including two Full Moons on days 1 and 31.
HighNASA satellite reveals Mexico City sinking up to 2cm monthly as aquifer depletes
NASA's advanced Nisar radar satellite is tracking Mexico City's rapid sinking—up to 2cm monthly—caused by over-extraction of groundwater from an ancient lakebe…
HighIntense UV Exposure Poses Greater Threat to Tadpoles Than Previously Understood
Australian research reveals that short bursts of intense UVB radiation cause 50% more DNA damage to tadpoles than prolonged lower-intensity exposure, potential…
HighScientists Identify First New Penguin Species in Over a Century
Scientists have identified a new penguin species in subantarctic waters, marking the first discovery of its kind in over a century of scientific research.
HighBlack holes may grow quietly alongside galaxies without violent mergers
Research suggests black holes may grow steadily through accretion alongside galaxy evolution, challenging the theory that violent mergers are required for thei…
MediumU of A drug mimics snail hibernation, could revolutionize organ transplants
U of A researchers developed SNAP, a drug mimicking hibernation molecules from snails, enabling non-hibernating organs to enter metabolic sleep. The breakthrou…
HighNASA Maps August 2026 Total Solar Eclipse Path Across Europe, Greenland and Russia
A total solar eclipse will cross Europe, Greenland, Iceland and Russia on August 12, 2026, with totality lasting under 2.5 minutes in peak zones. NASA provides…
HighNASA's Swift Space Telescope Rescue Mission Clears Critical Testing Phase
NASA's $500 million Swift space telescope faces imminent orbital decay, prompting development of an innovative rescue mission using air-launched spacecraft to…
HighPerseverance rover reveals Mars had complex water interactions over multiple epochs
NASA's Perseverance rover discovered that Mars' Jezero Crater experienced multiple episodes of water interaction with volcanic rocks, suggesting a more complex…
HighLarge asteroid 2005 UK1 to safely pass Earth at 32 lunar distances
Asteroid 2005 UK1, classified as potentially dangerous with an estimated diameter of 650-1,400 meters, will pass Earth on January 12, 2026 at a safe distance o…
High1.2 Billion People Living With Mental Disorders Globally, Study Finds
A Lancet study reveals 1.2 billion people worldwide lived with mental disorders in 2023, a 95.5% increase since 1990, with anxiety and depression surging most…
HighBrain health may shield cognition from early Alzheimer's pathology
Study finds maintaining good brain health through exercise, diet, and cognitive engagement may protect cognitive function despite early Alzheimer's pathology.…
HighNASA's Lucy Spacecraft Overcomes Solar Array Glitch, Ready for October Gravity Assist
NASA's Lucy asteroid mission successfully resolved a solar array deployment malfunction through months of testing and simulation, clearing the way for its Octo…
HighJapan-based researcher advances natural products research at MMSU
A Japan-based pharmaceutical researcher is conducting a three-part lecture series at Mariano Marcos State University through the DOST Balik Scientist Program,…
HighChina y EE.UU. compiten por dominar el polo sur lunar con ambiciones de asentamientos permanentes
China y Estados Unidos compiten por establecer presencia permanente en el polo sur lunar, con China demostrando avances rápidos y planes de alunizaje tripulado…
HighMoon Aligns with Venus and Spica in Stunning Night Sky Display
The Moon is currently visible alongside Venus and other celestial objects in the night sky this week, offering stargazers an opportunity to observe a rare astr…
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