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Mars’ red color may be related to a habitable past: studyMars’ red color may be related to a habitable past: study
Mars’ distinctive red color comes from the mineral ferrihydrite, which only forms in the presence of cool water, a new study claims. Ferrihydrite also forms at a lower temperature than
Complete mastodon jaw found in New York homeowner’s backyard: ‘Remarkable discovery’Complete mastodon jaw found in New York homeowner’s backyard: ‘Remarkable discovery’
A homeowner in New York uncovered a complete mastodon jaw in their backyard in what officials are calling a “remarkable discovery.” The jaw of the extinct mammal, which was similar to an
NASA finalizes strategy for human presence in spaceNASA finalizes strategy for human presence in space
This week, NASA finalized its strategy for sustaining a human presence in space. A document emphasized the importance of maintaining the ability for extended stays in orbit after the International
Orbiter photos show lunar modules from first 2 moon landings more than 50 years laterOrbiter photos show lunar modules from first 2 moon landings more than 50 years later
Recent photos taken by India’s Space Research Organization moon orbiter, known as Chandrayaan 2, clearly show the Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 landing sites more than 50 years later. The photos
Interstellar Voyager 1 resumes operations after pause in communications with NASAInterstellar Voyager 1 resumes operations after pause in communications with NASA
NASA has confirmed that after a pause in communications with Voyager 1 in late October, the spacecraft has regained its voice and resumed regular operations. Voyager unexpectedly turned off its
Earth bids farewell to ‘mini moon’ asteroid set for return visit in 2055Earth bids farewell to ‘mini moon’ asteroid set for return visit in 2055
Planet Earth is parting company with an asteroid that’s been tagging along as a “mini moon” for the past two months. The harmless space rock will peel away on Monday,
Orionid meteor shower to light up night sky through most of NovemberOrionid meteor shower to light up night sky through most of November
The Orionids meteor shower, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful showers of the year, could light up the sky with shooting stars through most of next
NASA reconnects with interstellar Voyager 1 spacecraft using technology not used in decadesNASA reconnects with interstellar Voyager 1 spacecraft using technology not used in decades
After a brief pause in communications with Voyager 1, NASA re-established a connection with the interstellar spacecraft located more than 15 billion miles away from Earth, using a frequency not
New glowing species of sea slug that inhabits ocean’s deep sea ‘midnight zone’ discoveredNew glowing species of sea slug that inhabits ocean’s deep sea ‘midnight zone’ discovered
Researchers have discovered a new species of glowing sea slug deep in the ocean’s midnight zone. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) scientists said in a press release on Tuesday
Earth’s oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: studyEarth’s oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: study
Oceans around the globe have become darker over the last two decades, leaving researchers fearful for their marine inhabitants, according to a new study. Professor Thomas Davies of the University
Potential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theoryPotential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theory
A team of scientists at the Institute for Advanced Study School of Natural Sciences in Princeton, New Jersey, might have found a new dwarf planet, potentially leading to more evidence of
Researchers develop face ‘e-tattoo’ to track mental workload in high-stress jobsResearchers develop face ‘e-tattoo’ to track mental workload in high-stress jobs
Scientists say that they have formulated a way to help people in stressful and demanding work environments track their brainwaves and brain usage — an electronic tattoo device, or “e-tattoo,”
Scientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off OregonScientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off Oregon
An underwater volcano off the Oregon coast could erupt late this year, scientists say. The volcano, known as Axial Seamount, is more than 4,900 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean and
Google working to decode dolphin communication using AIGoogle working to decode dolphin communication using AI
Cracking the dolphin code. Dolphins are one of the smartest animals on Earth and have been revered for thousands of years for their intelligence, emotions and social interaction with humans.
Soviet-Era spacecraft crashes back to Earth after 53 yearsSoviet-Era spacecraft crashes back to Earth after 53 years
A Soviet-era spacecraft plunged to Earth on Saturday, more than a half-century after its failed launch to Venus. The European Union Space Surveillance and Tracking confirmed its uncontrolled reentry, based
Spectacular blue spiral light brightens up night sky, likely from Space X rocketSpectacular blue spiral light brightens up night sky, likely from Space X rocket
A mysterious spiraling blue light illuminated the night skies over Europe on Monday. The cosmic whirlpool was captured in stunning video and appears to have been created by the SpaceX
‘Well-preserved’ baby mammoth dating back to Ice Age dissected by scientists: photos‘Well-preserved’ baby mammoth dating back to Ice Age dissected by scientists: photos
Warning: This article contains graphic pictures. Reader discretion is advised. Stunning pictures show a female baby mammoth, dating back over 130,000 years, recently being dissected by Russian scientists. The mammoth,
Wolf made famous in ‘Game of Thrones’ brought back from 12,500-year extinction, US company claimsWolf made famous in ‘Game of Thrones’ brought back from 12,500-year extinction, US company claims
A Dallas-based company claims to have brought back wolves that last roamed the Earth more than 12,500 years ago and became widely known due to the hit HBO series “Game
‘Alien’ encounter: ISS crew member plays joke as SpaceX team arrives‘Alien’ encounter: ISS crew member plays joke as SpaceX team arrives
Even astronauts have a sense of humor, as shown during NASA’s Crew-10 docking on the International Space Station (ISS), when they were met by an “alien” early Sunday morning. Russian
Rare ‘Sharktopus’ – an octopus riding a shark – sighting caught on camera shared by scientistsRare ‘Sharktopus’ – an octopus riding a shark – sighting caught on camera shared by scientists
What happens when an octopus jumps on a shark for a ride around town? A “sharktopus,” of course. The rare sighting, captured on video off the coast of New Zealand
Mars’ red color may be related to a habitable past: studyMars’ red color may be related to a habitable past: study
Mars’ distinctive red color comes from the mineral ferrihydrite, which only forms in the presence of cool water, a new study claims. Ferrihydrite also forms at a lower temperature than
Private lunar lander Blue Ghost lands on the moon with equipment for NASAPrivate lunar lander Blue Ghost lands on the moon with equipment for NASA
A private lunar lander carrying a drill, vacuum and other equipment to deliver for NASA touched down on the moon on Sunday, the latest of several companies seeking to kickstart
Athena lunar lander makes it to the moon — but its condition remains unknownAthena lunar lander makes it to the moon — but its condition remains unknown
A lunar lander made its touchdown on the moon earlier on Thursday, but controllers on the ground were unable to confirm the Athena lander’s condition upon landing, the Associated Press
NASA finalizes strategy for human presence in spaceNASA finalizes strategy for human presence in space
This week, NASA finalized its strategy for sustaining a human presence in space. A document emphasized the importance of maintaining the ability for extended stays in orbit after the International