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'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 Power

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.

Innovative BLAST Patch Aims to Stop Skin Infections with Harmless Electric Currents

Innovative BLAST Patch Could Stop Skin Infections with Harmless Electric Currents

10.25.2024 03:00 AM

Researchers have developed the BLAST skin patch, which uses weak electrical currents to fight bacterial infections without antibiotics.

Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic Could Be Key to Lowering Alzheimer’s Risk, According to New Research

10.25.2024 02:51 AM

A recent study suggests that Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug Ozempic may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by 40% to 70% in patients with Type 2 diabetes.

Poor Sleep Habits Could Result in Your Brain Aging by Almost Three Years, Researchers Say

10.24.2024 06:21 AM

New research shows that ongoing sleep problems may accelerate brain aging. Scientists have discovered that poor sleep can make the brain age nearly three years faster, according to a new study.

First Black Hole Triple System Revealed by Astronomers at MIT

First Black Hole Triple System Discovered by Astronomers at MIT

10.24.2024 06:07 AM

Astronomers have discovered the first "black hole triple" system, with a black hole feeding on a companion star while being orbited by a more distant star.

Slow Leak of Water from Earth's Surface to Core Discovered

Water from Earth's Surface Could Be Leaking to Core

10.24.2024 05:21 AM

Scientists have uncovered evidence that water from the Earth's surface is slowly leaking deep into the planet.

Ancient Mini Dinosaur Eggs Uncovered in China: Could They Belong to a New T. Rex Relative?

10.23.2024 19:20 PM

Researchers discovered six exceptionally well-preserved, grape-sized dinosaur eggs, estimated to be 80 million years old and belonging to a never-before-seen relative of the T. Rex, at a construction site in China.

New NASA Telescope Prototypes Could Help Explore the Universe's Origins

10.23.2024 01:27 AM

NASA has revealed full-scale prototypes of six telescopes, including a mock-up of the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA), designed to study tiny fluctuations in the universe and potentially uncover groundbreaking insights.

Brain-Dead Man Wakes Up Just Before Removal of Organs for Donation

10.22.2024 23:44 PM

A Kentucky man wakes up during an organ donation procedure, raising serious concerns about how death is determined before organ transplants.

Monkey’s Vision Restored with Human Stem Cells in Groundbreaking Retinal Repair Study

10.21.2024 04:29 AM

Scientists restored vision in a monkey with a macular hole using a patch made from human stem cells, potentially paving the way for future retinal treatments in humans.

SpaceX Successfully Launches Eutelsat OneWeb Satellites for European Internet Provider

10.21.2024 03:13 AM

SpaceX successfully launched 20 satellites for Eutelsat OneWeb, enhancing its satellite network and marking a significant step in the competition for global internet coverage.

US Space Force Partners with SpaceX, Awarding $733.6 Million for National Security Missions

10.18.2024 22:47 PM

The U.S. Space Force has awarded SpaceX $733.6 million for eight new launch missions, expanding its already busy launch schedule.

Slow Blinking Can Strengthen Your Bond with Your Cat: Research

10.18.2024 22:45 PM

Research has shown that slow blinking at cats can enhance the bond between humans and felines, making them more receptive and approachable.

Two Brown Dwarfs in Close Orbit Around Star Spotted by Astronomers Using New Telescopes

10.18.2024 22:40 PM

Astronomers have discovered that what was originally identified as a single brown dwarf in 1995 is actually two brown dwarfs orbiting closely together around a small star.

Meteorites on Earth Traced Back to Parent Bodies in Space

10.18.2024 03:19 AM

Meteorites that land on Earth have been linked to their parent bodies in space, with new studies confirming the origins of over 90% of these celestial rocks.

The Hunter's Moon: October's Full Moon to Be the Brightest in Nearly Two Decades

10.17.2024 00:53 AM

The Hunter's Moon, the brightest of 2024 and the most luminous in 17 years, will illuminate the night sky on Oct. 16-18.

Music's Role in Treating Chronic Pain, Dementia

10.17.2024 00:37 AM

Music is increasingly recognized for its therapeutic benefits in medical treatment, aiding in cancer care, pain management, stroke recovery and dementia support by reducing anxiety and enhancing overall wellbeing.

La Niña Forecast: NOAA Warns of Possible Weather Changes Through March

10.16.2024 23:54 PM

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a 60% chance of a weak La Niña developing this autumn, potentially impacting global weather patterns and lasting until March.

Bear Meat Gathering in North Carolina Leads to Parasitic Outbreak, CDC Suspects

10.15.2024 23:04 PM

A CDC report revealed a trichinellosis outbreak in North Carolina linked to undercooked bear meat. In a concerning incident last year, a gathering in North Carolina led to an outbreak of a rare parasitic infection known as trichinellosis.