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NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Nears Venus for Historic Close Pass to the Sun

11.07.2024 03:18 AM

NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make a historic approach to the sun, using a final flyby of Venus to reach an unprecedented distance of 3.86 million miles from the solar surface.

Colorectal Cancer Deaths Increasing Among Millennials and Gen X: Learn the Warning Signs

11.06.2024 01:07 AM

Experts warn that rising colorectal cancer rates among younger generations, driven by lifestyle factors like obesity and alcohol consumption, prove the importance of early screening and prevention.

First Wooden Satellite Launches: SpaceX CRS-31 Docks With ISS, Aims to Test Timber in Space

11.05.2024 23:43 PM

SpaceX's CRS-31 mission has delivered the world’s first wooden satellite, LignoSat, to the ISS, marking a groundbreaking step in testing sustainable materials for space use.

SpaceX Dragon Successfully Docks With ISS, Delivering 6,000 Pounds of Supplies

11.05.2024 23:40 PM

SpaceX's Dragon successfully docked with the ISS, delivering over 6,000 pounds of supplies and preparing to test orbit-boosting capabilities for future station support.

Cloned Black-Footed Ferret Gives Birth to Two Healthy Kits

11.05.2024 00:22 AM

Cloned black-footed ferret Antonia has given birth to two healthy kits, offering hope for the species' recovery.

November Skywatchers: Crescent Moon Meets Bright Venus for a Stunning View

11.05.2024 00:11 AM

Catch a breathtaking view as the crescent moon pairs with bright Venus in the southwestern sky, creating a stunning celestial display after sunset.

Spectacular Taurid Meteor Shower Set to Light Up Sky on Election Day

11.04.2024 23:58 PM

Catch the Taurid meteor shower's peak on Election Day, with bright fireballs lighting up the night sky for an unforgettable celestial show.

Alzheimer's Treatment Drug Lecanemab Found to Increase Death Risk, New Research Shows

11.04.2024 02:17 AM

New research suggests that lecanemab, an Alzheimer's treatment drug, may significantly increase the risk of death and serious complications compared to earlier clinical trial reports.

Newly Discovered Mammal 'Heleocola piceanus' Was a Swamp Dweller Coexisting With Dinosaurs

11.04.2024 02:11 AM

Paleontologists have discovered an ancient swamp-dwelling mammal that lived alongside dinosaurs in Colorado 70 million years ago.

Zombie Star Set to Light Up Night Sky: Blaze Star Could Erupt Soon

11.03.2024 21:29 PM

A rare astronomical event involving the "zombie star" T Coronae Borealis, or Blaze Star, is set to erupt soon, potentially lighting up the night sky for the first time in 80 years.

FOMO Study: A New Take on What’s Causing People to Fear Missing Out on Life

11.02.2024 10:00 AM

Learn how FOMO impacts mental health and discover effective strategies, like setting social media limits, to combat its effects and improve self-esteem.

Why Astronauts Face Physical Challenges Upon Returning to Earth

11.02.2024 09:00 AM

Explore the health challenges astronauts face on extended space missions, including muscle loss, radiation exposure and psychological stress.

COVID-19 Variant XEC Is Highly Transmissible: Should We Be Worried?

11.02.2024 02:35 AM

A new COVID-19 variant, XEC, is spreading in the U.S. and could become dominant this winter. A new, fast-spreading COVID-19 variant, XEC, has started appearing in the United States and may become the dominant strain this winter, according to health experts.

Exploring Life Beyond Earth: Study Claims Other Planets Could Be Suitable for Alien Life

11.01.2024 03:53 AM

Scientists explore the possibility of alien plants thriving on distant exoplanets around red dwarf stars, where unique adaptations might allow photosynthesis under dim, red light.

The Best Non-Drug Alternative to Ozempic for Guaranteed Weight Loss

11.01.2024 03:50 AM

Beta-glucan fiber from oats and barley may aid weight loss and blood sugar control, providing unique benefits for gut health.

Does Pumpkin Spice Latte Have Health Benefits?

11.01.2024 03:48 AM

Pumpkin spice season brings cozy flavors and some health benefits when enjoyed in moderation. As fall arrives, pumpkin spice season is in full swing, with everything from lattes and muffins to protein powder and even scented trash bags embracing the flavor.

Vampire Disease: Inherited Blood Disorder Could Explain Origin of Creature Famous During Halloween Season

10.31.2024 02:22 AM

Explore the link between porphyria, a rare blood disorder, and the myths of vampires. The roots of vampire legends trace back centuries, long before Bram Stoker's "Dracula" solidified the image of the iconic vampire.

Halloween Staple Jack-O-Lantern History and Origins Explained

10.31.2024 02:00 AM

Halloween’s iconic jack-o'-lanterns have evolved from turnips to pumpkins and symbolize a tradition of creativity and spirit that brings glowing, spooky faces to homes and neighborhoods each October.

Do You Believe in Ghosts? Psychologist Explains Reason Behind Paranormal Beliefs

10.31.2024 01:55 AM

Explore the psychological and cultural reasons behind humanity's enduring belief in ghosts, from cognitive biases to comfort in the unknown.

'Halloween Comet' Breaks Apart Just in Time for Halloween, Caught by NASA's Solar Observatory

10.30.2024 15:40 PM

The recently discovered Halloween comet, known as Atlas or C/2024 S1, disintegrated as it passed close to the sun.

China’s Tiangong Space Station to Expand Its Capabilities With New Modules

10.30.2024 15:38 PM

China's Tiangong space station, operational for nearly two years, is set to expand its capabilities with new modules and spacecraft.

Ancient Fossil Found in New York Shines Like Gold, Revealing a 450-Million-Year-Old Species

10.30.2024 15:33 PM

A newly discovered, 450-million-year-old golden fossil of an ancient arthropod, preserved in fool's gold, offers a rare glimpse into marine life evolution during the Ordovician Period.

How a Plant-Based Diet Can Protect Against Breast Cancer: Insights from Nutrition Research

10.29.2024 00:13 AM

Research shows that a plant-based diet may significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer and provide a healthier alternative to the typical American diet high in processed foods and red meat.

Chandra Observations Reveal Dangerous Areas for Planetary Development Near Massive Stars

10.28.2024 23:42 PM

Astronomers using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory reveal how massive stars in the Cygnus OB2 cluster disrupt planet formation.

Cold, Not Heat, Caused Mass Extinction 201.6 Million Years Ago: New Study

10.28.2024 23:40 PM

New research reveals that rapid volcanic eruptions, not warming temperatures, were the primary cause of the Triassic-Jurassic extinction event 201.6 million years ago.

NASA Shuts Down Voyager 2 Science Instrument After 47 Years to Conserve Energy

10.28.2024 03:09 AM

NASA has shut down the Plasma Science experiment on Voyager 2 after 47 years of operation to conserve energy and extend the spacecraft's mission into the 2030s.

Martian Ice May Support Microbial Life Beneath Its Surface, New Study Suggests

10.28.2024 02:38 AM

A new NASA study suggests that microbial life could potentially survive beneath Mars' ice sheets, where sunlight-filtered pools of water may enable photosynthesis.

OpenAI’s Whisper Faces Scrutiny Over Accuracy, Experts Find 'Hallucinated' Text in Transcripts

10.28.2024 01:39 AM

OpenAI’s AI transcription tool Whisper faces criticism from experts who report frequent issues with fabricated text in its transcriptions.

NASA Astronaut Hospitalized After Returning from Extended Space Mission

10.25.2024 22:57 PM

NASA astronaut hospitalized after return from eight-month International Space Station mission due to unspecified medical issue.

Deep Blue Aerospace Unveils Plans for Unforgettable Space Tourism Experience

10.25.2024 19:26 PM

Deep Blue Aerospace, a Chinese company, plans to launch suborbital space tourism in 2027, offering customers a multi-sensory experience of the universe for approximately $210,000 per ticket.