SpaceX Falcon 9 Debris Set to Impact Moon at 5,400 MPH in August
An abandoned SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket upper stage is expected to collide with the Moon in August at 5,400 mph, delivering impact energy equivalent to 3 tons of TNT.
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NASA divulga mapa gravitacional da Terra com precisão inédita após 15 anos
NASA processou 1 bilhão de observações de 19 satélites em 15 anos para criar o modelo GOCO06, que mapeia variações gravitacionais e o formato real da Terra com precisão sem precedentes.
Scientists Report Detection of First Known Exomoon, Though Skepticism Remains
Astronomers report discovering the first confirmed exomoon—a planetary-mass satellite orbiting a substellar companion—though the finding faces skepticism from some in the scientific community.
Slow-maturing immune cells may enhance human cognitive function
Research suggests slowly maturing immune cells could boost human brainpower, opening new avenues for understanding cognitive enhancement through immunological mechanisms.
How Cow Digestion Shapes Climate: New Insights Into Methane Production
Research reveals how bovine digestive processes contribute to atmospheric methane, highlighting livestock's role in climate change through biological mechanisms.
Curiosity rover documents wheel damage in latest Mars inspection
NASA's Curiosity rover continues inspecting damage to its wheels during ongoing Mars exploration, documenting structural wear from years of traversing the Martian surface.
US-Russian space crew lands safely in Kazakhstan after 8-month ISS mission
A US-Russian crew of three astronauts landed safely in Kazakhstan after eight months aboard the International Space Station, demonstrating continued space cooperation despite geopolitical tensions.
NASA divulga mapa 3D da Terra baseado em 1 bilhão de imagens de satélite
A Nasa divulgou um novo mapa tridimensional da Terra baseado em 1 bilhão de observações de satélites, revelando que o planeta tem formato assimétrico moldado pela gravidade, não sendo uma esfera perfeita.
Coffee May Cut Liver Cancer Risk by Nearly 50%, Study Suggests
New research suggests daily coffee consumption may reduce liver cancer risk by nearly 50%, with doctors now endorsing coffee's protective health benefits for liver health.
Physicists overturn Feynman's decades-old sprinkler theory
Researchers have disproven a long-standing physics theory proposed by Richard Feynman regarding how sprinklers operate, challenging decades of accepted understanding in the field.
Galaxy S26 Ultra vira alvo de piadas na web por suposto "erro de design"
O Galaxy S26 Ultra da Samsung tornou-se alvo de piadas nas redes sociais devido a um alegado erro de design no dispositivo, gerando repercussão negativa online.
NASA's Juno Probe Reveals Io's Subsurface Far Hotter Than Expected
NASA's Juno spacecraft detected unexpectedly intense heat beneath Jupiter's moon Io, revealing subsurface temperatures higher than previous scientific models predicted.
UK Physics Facilities Face Commercialization Ultimatum as Jodrell Bank Loses Funding
UK's renowned Jodrell Bank observatory and other physics facilities face potential closure due to funding cuts, forcing institutions to choose between commercialization or shutdown amid concerns of scientific brain drain.
Monsoon depression to bring season's heaviest rainfall across India this week
A monsoon depression forming over the Bay of Bengal is expected to trigger widespread heavy rainfall across India from July 27-31, potentially reducing rainfall deficits but raising flooding and landslide risks.
Eating within 8-hour window may help preserve cognitive function in aging
Research suggests restricting daily eating to 8-9 hour windows may reduce cognitive decline and support brain health in older adults, though the specific fasting method appears to matter.
James Webb Reveals How Supermassive Black Holes Recycle Fuel to Stay Active
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope reveal that supermassive black holes recycle their fuel through a continuous feeding mechanism, explaining how they maintain energy over cosmic timescales.
NASA astronaut Chris Williams returns after 241 days aboard ISS
NASA astronaut Chris Williams returned to Earth after 241 days aboard the International Space Station, completing 3,856 orbits and conducting research on cancer treatments and materials science that will inform future Moon and Mars missions.
Buck Moon and Perseid Meteors Light Up July Night Sky
July's full moon, known as the Buck Moon, peaks this week alongside meteor shower activity. Stargazers can observe the celestial events from optimal viewing locations across multiple regions.
New Screening Tool Identifies Breastfeeding Risks Before Birth
A University of Western Australia researcher developed a screening tool to identify pregnant women at risk of breastfeeding difficulties, enabling early intervention and support.
GPS satellites prove Einstein right 38 microseconds at a time
GPS satellites' atomic clocks run 38 microseconds faster daily due to relativistic effects Einstein predicted. Without built-in corrections, location errors would exceed 10 kilometers within hours, making GPS useless.
Saharan dust fertilizes Amazon with precise nutrient balance via transatlantic winds
NASA's CALIPSO satellite revealed that 27.7 million tonnes of Saharan dust annually cross the Atlantic, delivering phosphorus that precisely replaces nutrients the Amazon loses to runoff, creating an unexpected intercontinental ecosystem link.
Samsung Galaxy S27 leak reveals camera upgrades, new Sony sensors across lineup
Samsung's unreleased Galaxy S27 series reportedly features upgraded cameras across the lineup, including a new Sony ultra-wide sensor and improved selfie capabilities, with four models expected in early 2027.
Fourth Contagious Cancer Discovered in Catfish Species
Scientists identified a transmissible melanoma in brown bullhead catfish, marking the fourth known contagious cancer in nature. This discovery expands understanding of how cancers can spread between organisms.
Moon in Waxing Gibbous phase July 27; Full Moon arrives July 29
The Moon is in Waxing Gibbous phase on July 27, 2026, with 95% visibility before reaching Full Moon on July 29. Observers can spot lunar features with naked eyes, binoculars, or telescopes.