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.
Mysterious Teardrop Structures Found Beneath Antarctic Ice Shelf
A U.S.-U.K. collaborative mission used an autonomous underwater vehicle to discover enigmatic teardrop-shaped structures beneath Antarctica's Dotson ice shelf,…
HighWebb Telescope Detects Water, Clouds on Distant Exoplanet WASP-96b
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope detected water, clouds, and haze in the atmosphere of WASP-96b, a hot gas giant 1,150 light-years away, marking the most deta…
HighChina launches Shenzhou-23 with three astronauts; one to spend year in orbit
China launched Shenzhou-23 with three astronauts to its Tiangong space station, marking the first year-long orbital mission and Hong Kong's first female astron…
HighPhysicists Resolve Quantum Theory Debate Over Nature of Reality
Physicists have settled a longstanding quantum theory debate about whether reality is fundamentally 'imaginary' or real, using new experimental evidence to res…
MediumScientists couple neutron scattering with particle separation to map drug delivery nanoparticles
International researchers successfully combined particle separation and neutron scattering techniques to analyze drug delivery nanoparticles in unprecedented d…
HighScientists identify remnants of Theia, the ancient planet that collided with early Earth
Researchers have identified remnants of Theia, a Mars-sized planet that collided with Earth 4.5 billion years ago, providing new insights into planetary format…
MediumTotal Solar Eclipse Arrives in One Week Across Spain, Iceland, Greenland
A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible across Greenland, Iceland, Spain and other regions, with nearly 1 billion people worldwide witness…
HighChina launches Shenzhou-23 with year-long orbital mission in lunar race push
China launched Shenzhou-23 with three astronauts to its Tiangong space station, including Hong Kong's first space traveler and a planned year-long orbital stay…
HighSpain witnesses first total solar eclipse in over a century as shadow races from Arctic
Spain experienced its first total solar eclipse in over a century on August 12, 2026, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators across Europe as the lunar sh…
HighNASA Completes Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget
NASA has completed construction of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope eight months ahead of schedule and under budget, with launch targeted for early Septem…
HighTesla Roadster in Space Won't Threaten Earth, Tracker Says—But Won't Be Visible Until 2047
Ben Pearson, who tracks the Tesla Roadster launched into space in 2018, confirms Earth collision is unlikely to pose danger as the vehicle will burn up in atmo…
MediumNASA's Fermi Telescope Confirms Magnetar Powers Superluminous Supernova 440M Light-Years Away
NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Telescope detected gamma-ray emissions from supernova SN 2017egm, confirming that newborn magnetars power the universe's brightest stell…
HighDead Star's Mysterious Shock Wave Defies Known Physics
Astronomers discovered a white dwarf producing a powerful shock wave without a detectable disk, challenging current understanding of stellar physics. A hidden…
HighAI Algorithm Slashes Cost of High-Resolution Brain Imaging
KAIST researchers developed a physics-based AI algorithm using Neural Fields that corrects blurred deep brain images without expensive hardware, potentially de…
HighParents Shape Children Beyond Genetics: Study Reveals Environmental and Epigenetic Influence
International research reveals parental DNA influences children's height, weight, and academic performance through environmental factors beyond genetic inherit…
HighNasa divulga vídeo inédito do pouso do Perseverance em Marte
A Nasa divulgou o primeiro vídeo de um pouso em Marte, capturado pelo robô Perseverance durante sua chegada à cratera de Jezero em 18 de fevereiro. O vídeo det…
HighRare Blue Moon to grace May skies this month
A rare Blue Moon will be visible in May skies across multiple regions. The astronomical event offers stargazers an opportunity to observe this uncommon lunar p…
HighMosquitoes Learn to Associate DEET With Blood Meals, Threatening Repellent Effectiveness
New research reveals mosquitoes can learn to link the smell of DEET insect repellent with blood meals, potentially reducing the effectiveness of this widely-us…
HighSmarter Chickadees More Likely to Cheat on Mates, Study Finds
Research reveals that female chickadees are attracted to males displaying higher cognitive abilities, suggesting intelligence plays a role in mate selection am…
MediumWebb Telescope Maps Extreme Weather Patterns on Distant Exoplanet
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has analyzed atmospheric weather patterns on exoplanet WASP-94A b, 700 lightyears away, revealing dynamic cloud systems and e…
HighSpaceX Starlink satellites create stunning 'train' visible from Earth
SpaceX's Starlink satellites formed a visible 'train' circling Earth, captured in satellite video. The phenomenon occurs during orbital deployment phases when…
HighGLP-1 drugs show promise in slowing cancer progression, study finds
New research suggests GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, commonly used for weight loss, may reduce cancer progression risk in obesity-related tumors across multiple…
MediumStar Trek: Voyager Game Adds Delta Flyer in Major Update
Across the Unknown, a 2026 Star Trek: Voyager real-time strategy game, released update 1.7 introducing the Delta Flyer shuttle as a buildable ship and combat a…
HighEclipse lunar total este 3 de marzo: horario y dónde ver la Luna de Sangre
Un eclipse lunar total o Luna de Sangre será visible el 3 de marzo de manera parcial en Sudamérica y total en el Pacífico, Asia y Australia, tiñendo la Luna de…
HighSunburn-Inspired Molecules Could Revolutionize Clean Energy Storage
Researchers have developed a molecular solar thermal energy storage system inspired by DNA damage from sunburn, achieving record energy density that exceeds li…
HighThe Moon's 'Dark Side' Paradox: A Misconception Explained
The Moon has no permanent dark side; the misconception stems from confusing its hidden face with lack of sunlight. Both lunar faces experience day-night cycles…
HighWalking pace matters as much as step count for longevity, study finds
Research from Monash and University of Sydney shows walking intensity combined with step count can reduce early death risk by up to 43%, challenging the popula…
HighScientists detect 'raspberry sugar' in interstellar space, offering clues to life's origins
Astronomers have detected a four-carbon sugar molecule in interstellar dust clouds, a discovery that may provide insights into the chemical origins of life in…
HighRegular Stretching Linked to Lower Mortality Risk, Study Finds
Research shows regular stretching, particularly flexibility exercises performed five times weekly, is associated with 20% lower mortality risk. The article out…
HighMercado Livre reduz Moto G86 512GB para R$ 1.561; intermediário com tela pOLED em preço raro
O Mercado Livre oferece o Moto G86 512GB por R$ 1.561 com cupom, posicionando um intermediário completo com tela pOLED, câmera Sony e resistência militar em fa…
HighWebb Telescope Reveals Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Rich in Carbon Dioxide
NASA's James Webb telescope captured images of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing its tail contains primarily carbon dioxide and water ice, suggesting…
HighOhio State settles $2.1M over undisclosed China research ties
Ohio State University paid $2.1M to resolve federal allegations it failed to disclose researcher C.K. Shum's ties to China's Thousand Talents Program while rec…
HighEarly Earth's Invisible Life: A Challenge for NASA's Planet Hunters
Earth harbored life for ~3 billion years before producing detectable atmospheric oxygen, suggesting NASA's exoplanet telescopes may miss inhabited worlds lacki…
HighDNA study reveals koala decline began 100,000 years ago, predating human arrival
New genetic analysis reveals koalas experienced a major population crash 100,000 years ago due to climate shifts, predating human arrival. The finding reshapes…
HighBezos' Blue Origin, Cerberus Bid for ULA as Boeing, Lockheed Seek Exit
Blue Origin and Cerberus Capital Management are competing to acquire United Launch Alliance, the Boeing-Lockheed Martin joint venture that has dominated Pentag…
HighNASA Approves Dragonfly: Nuclear-Powered Drone to Explore Titan's Prebiotic Chemistry
NASA has approved Dragonfly, a nuclear-powered drone mission to Saturn's moon Titan to search for prebiotic chemistry. Titan is the only known place beyond Ear…
HighNASA Powers Down Voyager 1 Instrument Ahead of Risky 'Big Bang' Maneuver
NASA has shut down another instrument on Voyager 1 to conserve power as the aging interstellar probe prepares for a risky 'Big Bang' maneuver to extend its ope…
HighActs of Kindness Buffer Stress's Mental Health Impact, Study Finds
Research shows that performing small acts of kindness for others on a given day significantly reduces stress's negative impact on mood and mental health, sugge…
MediumInternational fatigue conference tackles worker safety across transportation, healthcare, mining
An international conference in Perth examines how fatigue affects human performance across transportation, mining, healthcare and military sectors, featuring r…
HighAugust nectar shortage poses critical challenge for honeybees, study finds
New research reveals honeybees struggle most to forage for nectar in August due to fewer blooming flowers and increased competition. Allowing late-summer weeds…
HighSpaceX Falcon 9 Sets Record With 11th Flight, Deploys 52 Starlink Satellites
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket for a record 11th time, deploying 52 Starlink satellites and marking the company's 98th successful booster landi…
HighBillionaire Isaacman Orders Three More Private SpaceX Flights, Including Starship Mission
Jared Isaacman, who led SpaceX's first all-private mission in 2021, has ordered three additional flights including Polaris Dawn, which will conduct the first p…
HighAtacama Desert: Earth's Mars Analog and Last Window to the Milky Way
NASA uses Chile's Atacama Desert as a Mars analog to study extreme environments and search for life signatures. The desert's exceptional clarity also hosts wor…
HighAdvanced X-ray Analysis Reveals Hidden Supernova Remnant Near Milky Way's Black Hole
Astronomers used NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and advanced algorithms to unveil Sagittarius A East, a supernova remnant hidden near the Milky Way's central…
HighBlue Origin rocket explodes during launch pad test
A Blue Origin rocket exploded during testing at its launch platform at Cape Canaveral, with no reported injuries. The incident marks another setback for Jeff B…
HighNature's 2026 Scientist at Work competition celebrates global research through photography
Nature magazine's seventh annual Scientist at Work photography competition showcases five winning images capturing scientific research globally, from bald ibis…
HighDaily sugary fizzy drinks may triple stomach cancer risk in women, study finds
A study of 112,284 people found daily consumption of sugary fizzy drinks was associated with 2.45 times higher stomach cancer risk, though researchers caution…
MediumBerkeley Lab's laser phase plate advances cryo-EM to capture molecular detail at unprecedented scale
UC Berkeley and Berkeley Lab researchers developed a laser-based phase plate that dramatically improves cryo-electron microscopy resolution, enabling clearer i…
HighImágenes del cráter lunar: el cohete perdido de Musk impacta la Luna
Un fragmento del cohete Falcon 9 de SpaceX impactó contra la Luna, creando un cráter de aproximadamente 20 metros de diámetro capturado por una sonda coreana.
HighJapan's H3 rocket successfully deploys positioning satellite in second straight win
Japan's JAXA successfully launched its H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 7 positioning satellite, marking the second consecutive successful launch after Dec…
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