Margaret Davis

Breaking the Sound Barrier Silently: NASA Unveils X-59 Quesst, Paving the Way for a Quieter Supersonic Future

01.19.2024 22:00 PM

NASA reveals groundbreaking X-59 Quesst, a 'quiet' supersonic jet, marking a collaborative milestone in aviation innovation. Check it out in this article.

Why is Morning Sickness Common in Pregnancy? Exploring the Origins of the Well-Known Yet Misleading Term

01.19.2024 05:42 AM

Pregnancy sickness, characterized by nausea and vomiting, can occur anytimeof the day. So, why is it commonly known as "morning sickness"? Find out the answer in this article.

MIT Develops High-Performance, Cobalt-Free Sustainable Lithium-Ion Battery

01.19.2024 04:33 AM

Researchers explore carbon-based cathode as a sustainable alternative to cobalt in lithium-ion battery, addressing environmental and social concerns without performance sacrifice. Check it out in this article.

Supermassive Black Hole Devours Distant Star in a Tidal Disruption Event, Shredding It to Bits

01.19.2024 02:35 AM

Gory simulation unveils a star's violent demise in the clutches of a black hole, exposing new aspects of tidal disruption events. Continue reading to learn more.

Peregrine's Fiery Finale: Lunar Lander's Dramatic Journey Ends Over South Pacific, Posing Setback for NASA and Astrobotic

01.19.2024 00:41 AM

Astrobotic confirms Peregrine lunar lander's fiery end over the South Pacific. Despite this setback, NASA persists with collaborations and cost-effective lunar exploration strategies. Read the article to learn more details.

Radar Survey Reveals Giant Layers of Water Ice Buried in Mars' Medusae Fossae Formation

01.18.2024 22:02 PM

Buried beneath Mars' equator is water ice exceeding 2 miles in thickness, potentially creating a shallow ocean when melted. Learn more about it in this article.

Indian Tectonic Plate Is Peeling Apart, Splitting Tibet in Two as the Himalayan Mountains Continue To Grow

01.18.2024 07:30 AM

The Himalayas, formed by the Indian-Eurasian tectonic collision, face potential splitting as a study reveals the Indian plate peeling apart, causing slab tear and possible division. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Study Space? Top 4 Reasons How It Enhances Understanding of Life on Earth

01.18.2024 06:30 AM

Explore the innate curiosity behind space study and uncover the reasons that drive people's fascination with the cosmos in this article.

Chedworth Roman Villa's 5th Century Mosaic Challenges Assumptions, Unveils Sophisticated Life Beyond the Roman Era

01.18.2024 05:54 AM

A 5th-century mosaic in Gloucestershire's villa challenges assumptions that Roman villas were abandoned, revealing sustained sophistication in the Dark Ages. Continue reading to learn more.

Archaeomagnetic Analysis Indicates Ishtar Gate Construction in Babylon Could Be Later Than Initially Assumed

01.18.2024 00:23 AM

Recent measurements of magnetic fields in clay bricks hint that Babylon's Ishtar Gate may serve a different purpose than previously believed. Read the article to learn more details.

Moon's Ancient Crust Revealed to Be Rich in Water in New Analysis of Lunar Meteorite, Challenging Previous 'Bone-Dry' Beliefs

01.17.2024 22:18 PM

Researchers discovered water-bearing apatite minerals in a lunar meteorite, proving the Moon's 4-billion-year-old crust was surprisingly water-rich in its early history. Continue reading to learn more details.

Why Does Poop Smell Bad? The Science Behind the Unpleasant Odor of Stool

01.17.2024 05:56 AM

Discover the science behind the unpleasant smell of poop and explore the factors contributing to its distinctive odor.

Cloned Rhesus Monkey in China Survives Into Adulthood, Marking a First in Primate Cloning

01.17.2024 04:38 AM

The successful cloning of a rhesus monkey into adulthood opens avenues for further primate research. Does this mean scientists are now close to cloning humans? Read the article to learn more details.

Five Rocky Planets Might Be Existing in the Outer Bounds of the Solar System, New Research Suggests

01.17.2024 04:33 AM

New research suggests five rocky planets beyond Neptune, challenging the belief in only four terrestrial planets. Continue reading to learn more.

Record Winter Storm Grips Southern U.S.: Nashville Shatters Daily Snowfall Record Amid Lingering Ice Threats in the Southeast

01.17.2024 01:34 AM

A powerful winter storm, fueled by cold air and southern moisture, shattered snowfall records in Nashville, causing travel disruptions in the Southeast. Continue reading for more details.

Unidentified 'Misty Ball of Light' UFO Sparks Frenzy in Beijing; Witnesses Describe Eerie Silent Movement Across the Sky

01.16.2024 22:44 PM

Residents across China witnessed a swift glowing object moving eastward, sparking frenzy in Beijing that it might be a UFO. Read the article to learn more details.

Are Paper Straws Really Worth It? This 'Eco-Friendly' Alternative Poses Unseen Threats to Environmental Health

01.16.2024 08:21 AM

A 2023 Belgian study reveals that paper straws labeled as "eco-friendly" harbor PFAS, promoting stainless steel as a sustainable alternative or completely abstaining from using straws. Continue reading to learn more details.

Baffling 'Barbenheimer Star' Defies Conventional Theories of Cosmic Demise and Element Creation

01.16.2024 08:02 AM

"Barbenheimer Star," a distant Milky Way anomaly, defies cosmic norms, challenging theories on early universe stars and reshaping our understanding. Continue reading to learn more.

Young, Close Earth-Sized Hot Exoplanet Offers Unique Insights into Planetary Evolution

01.16.2024 07:57 AM

An Earth-sized planet, found orbiting a sun-like star just 73 light years away, was discovered in follow-up observations confirming earlier findings by TESS. Continue reading to learn more details.

Peregrine Lander's Controversial End: Crashing into Earth's Atmosphere and Expected to Burn Without Reaching the Planet's Surface

01.16.2024 01:09 AM

The ill-fated $108 million NASA-backed Peregrine One lander, having missed the moon landing, is hurtling towards Earth and is set to burn up on Thursday, January 8. Check out more details in this article.

Gathering of the Cicadas: Once-in-a-Lifetime Phenomenon Unveils 221-Year Synchronized Emergence of Two Broods

01.15.2024 22:03 PM

For the first time in 221 years, Broods XIII and XIX of periodical cicadas are emerging simultaneously, overlapping in Illinois. Read the article to learn more details.

Overcoming Procrastination: Unveiling the Psychology Behind the Tendency to Delay Tasks

01.15.2024 04:51 AM

Why do people procrastinate? Here's what to understand about procrastination to enhance productivity for the New Year.

Volcanic Eruption Engulfs Homes in Southwest Iceland: Growing Fissure Sparks Worst-Case Scenario Concerns

01.15.2024 03:56 AM

Lava from a volcanic eruption in Iceland has torched three homes in Grindavik, prompting the prime minister to declare a "black day." Read the article to learn more details.

Enigmatic 'Big Ring': A Cosmic Megastructure Defying Universe's Limits

01.15.2024 03:16 AM

Scientists unveil the Big Ring, a colossal ring-shaped structure in space challenging current understanding of the universe and leaving scientists awestruck. Read the article to learn more.

Harnessing Sun's Power: Massive Solar Farms May Impact Weather and Climate

01.15.2024 00:29 AM

Massive solar farms may alter local weather patterns and contribute to broader climate changes, showcasing the intricate relationship between energy and environment. Read the article to learn more.

Peregrine's Peril: Private Moon Lander Faces Imminent Collision With Earth After Fuel Leak

01.14.2024 22:04 PM

Astrobotic announces the Peregrine spacecraft's demise, redirecting from a lunar landing to an imminent Earth reentry due to a fuel leak. Find out more details in this article.

Former Marine Corps Analyst Exposes Years-Long Haunting by 'Jellyfish UFO' in Iraq Military Encounters

01.13.2024 01:20 AM

A former Marine Corps analyst revealed a lingering 'Jellyfish' UFO, witnessed via infrared video, haunting a US military base in Iraq for years, challenging existing theories. Check out more details in this article.

NASA Successfully Accesses Bennu Asteroid Canister, Revealing First-Ever Space Rock Sample

01.13.2024 01:05 AM

NASA overcame tight fasteners to open the capsule from the hazardous asteroid Bennu, potentially holding life-seeds, after months of anticipation. Read the article for more details.

Ice Clouds in Venus' Inferno: Unveiling the Surprising Chilled Layers Above the Scorching Surface

01.12.2024 21:42 PM

Despite Venus' scorching surface, a research reveals wispy ice clouds may form on its atmosphere, offering ghostly beauty above the hellscape. Continue reading for more details.

Unraveling Feline Mysteries: Do Cats Truly Love Us, or Is Their Affection a Calculated Maneuver?

01.12.2024 05:19 AM

Scientific research on cats' feelings towards humans is inconclusive, but it suggests they may not adore them as dogs do. Continue reading to learn more.