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2026-01-15T22:00:00+00:00
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This SETI program is chasing down its final 100 signals. Could one of them be from aliens?
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SETI@home has been one of the largest citizen science projects ever, with millions of users around the world.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/search-for-life/this-seti-program-is-chasing-down-its-final-100-signals-could-one-of-them-be-from-aliens
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Space & Physics
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91961ad905e6641010dbbcbf6a031a72ec55ee670b49821a4c5f0bab74a09ce1
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2026-01-15T21:00:00+00:00
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Every 'Avengers: Doomsday' teaser trailer revealed so far
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It's apparently never too early to start the MCU hype machine rolling!
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/every-avengers-doomsday-teaser-trailer-so-far
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Space & Physics
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ad2c7e0bafea5fbdf672f9ca10cb5832a141a4ecfd5d23757d0a250080ee58e8
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2026-01-15T20:03:01+00:00
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Cyberthieves hit European Space Agency, stealing hundreds of gigabytes of data
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A recent string of cyberattacks against the European Space Agency is just the tip of the iceberg, a researcher said, claiming that email credentials of ESA employees are regularly leaked online.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/esa-email-credentials-on-dark-web
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T19:00:00+00:00
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Giraffe in space? Eerie dark nebula takes on an uncanny shape (photo)
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The shadow nebula LDN 1245 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.
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https://www.space.com/stargazing/astrophotography/giraffe-in-space-eerie-dark-nebula-takes-on-an-uncanny-shape-photo
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Space & Physics
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5bcd51b5bd25ed3fc7525ddde82cf8f0090fac62571fc3dd0543761042b5b409
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2026-01-15T16:00:00+00:00
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How Mars 'punches above its weight' to influence Earth's climate
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"Without Mars, Earth's orbit would be missing major climate cycles. What would humans and other animals even look like if Mars weren't there?"
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/how-mars-punches-above-its-weight-to-influence-earths-climate
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T15:00:00+00:00
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Satellites spy raging bushfires in Australia | Space photo of the day for Jan. 15, 2026
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The image shows just how large and devastating these events can be.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/earth/satellites-spy-raging-bushfires-in-australia-space-photo-of-the-day-for-jan-15-2026
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Space & Physics
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c17f34dc032ce570799e8c4436d1490a20ccaef4b928f482720dcb8e49fc998f
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2026-01-15T14:00:00+00:00
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'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' is Hogwarts in space by way of 'Dawson's Creek', and we don't love it
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The noisy fandom is about to have a field day with Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/star-trek-starfleet-academy-is-hogwarts-in-space-by-way-of-dawsons-creek-and-we-dont-love-it
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Space & Physics
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e8ccbf86097bed2d9e978d895c63df32864da6dfd71dd14b65baf5b299d51405
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2026-01-15T13:00:00+00:00
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How to watch 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' online and from anywhere
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Space school is officially in session and here's your center seat invitation!
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/how-to-watch-star-trek-starfleet-academy-online-and-from-anywhere
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Space & Physics
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af1a5f07581afbf617aa12d7e60008b728258d37802b88925072d12ed7c27f55
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2026-01-15T12:27:37+00:00
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'This is NASA at its finest': Crew-11 astronauts in good shape after smooth medical evacuation and splashdown, agency says
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NASA leaders said the Crew-11 mission's astronaut medical evacuation shows how the agency is prepared to handle the unexpected.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/human-spaceflight/this-is-nasa-at-its-finest-crew-11-astronauts-in-good-shape-after-smooth-medical-evacuation-and-splashdown-agency-says
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Space & Physics
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900fbd60b68f8c90ce7a30919d2ed032a7b7895b6d935edcbb59774720a146b5
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2026-01-15T11:45:22+00:00
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DJI Neo 2 drone review
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The DJI Neo 2 delivers improved image quality alongside Omnidirectional Obstacle Avoidance and many other new and impressive features.
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https://www.space.com/technology/drones/dji-neo-2-drone-review
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Space & Physics
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d5c75fba9c1d4f818497e979fd621fe85097ab402ea6351f5c2e728554d3adaf
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2026-01-15T11:00:00+00:00
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What are 'dark' stars? Scientists think they could explain 3 big mysteries in the universe
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"This is a structure we've never seen before, so it could be a new class of dark object."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/what-are-dark-stars-scientists-think-they-could-explain-3-big-mysteries-in-the-universe
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T08:50:08+00:00
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SpaceX Crew-11 astronauts return to Earth after 1st-ever medical evacuation of ISS
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The four astronauts of SpaceX's Crew-11 mission splashed down safely today (Jan. 15) after the first-ever medical evacuation of the International Space Station.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/international-space-station/spacex-crew-11-astronauts-return-to-earth-after-1st-ever-medical-evacuation-of-iss
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T23:10:55+00:00
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With Starfleet Academy beaming up to small screens and season four of Strange New Worlds later in the year, 2026 is a big year for Star Trek and you can save 37% on an annual subscription to Paramount Plus
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2026 sees Starfleet Academy and a new season of Strange New Worlds enter the Star Trek universe, so now is the time to save big on Paramount Plus and a VPN.
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/with-starfleet-academy-beaming-up-to-small-screens-save-37-percent-on-an-annual-subscription-to-paramount-plus
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T22:00:00+00:00
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James Webb Space Telescope's mysterious 'little red dots' may be black holes in disguise
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"If they were purely made up of stars, they would be the densest galaxies in the universe."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/james-webb-space-telescopes-mysterious-little-red-dots-may-be-black-holes-in-disguise
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T20:00:00+00:00
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Massive supernova explosion may have created a binary black hole
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"Our study provides a new direction to understand the whole evolutionary history of massive stars toward the formation of black hole binaries."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/massive-supernova-explosion-may-have-created-a-binary-black-hole
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T19:00:00+00:00
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'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy': Robert Picardo and Gina Yashere on embracing the legacy of their roles in latest Trek show (interview)
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"It's hopeful about the future, and we need that optimistic enthusiasm right now."
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/star-trek-starfleet-academy-robert-picardo-and-gina-yashere-on-embracing-the-legacy-of-their-roles-in-latest-trek-show-interview
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T18:21:34+00:00
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Starlink satellites lift off on SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral (video)
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A SpaceX Falcon 9 carrying 29 Starlink satellites launched from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-6-98-1085-ccsfs-asog
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T17:00:00+00:00
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NASA X-ray instrument finds black holes act like 'cosmic seesaws' shaping the universe
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"We're seeing what could be described as an energetic tug-of-war inside the black hole's accretion flow."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/nasa-x-ray-instrument-finds-black-holes-act-like-cosmic-seesaws-shaping-the-universe
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T16:00:00+00:00
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How Mars' ancient lakes grew shields of ice to stay warm as the Red Planet froze
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The findings potentially solve the paradox of how liquid water seems to have persisted on Mars even when the climate grew too cold.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/how-mars-ancient-lakes-grew-shields-of-ice-to-stay-warm-as-the-red-planet-froze
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T15:00:00+00:00
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Unusual 'ingredients' helped stars form in a galaxy near the Milky Way
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Some newly found stars in a small galaxy called Sextans A are forming without some of the usual "ingredients," raising questions about how the early universe evolved.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/galaxies/unusual-ingredients-helped-stars-form-in-a-galaxy-near-the-milky-way
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T14:25:37+00:00
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ISS astronaut medical evacuation latest news: Crew-11 astronauts safely back on Earth
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NASA is returning four astronauts to Earth early from the International Space Station due to a medical concern with one of the Crew-11 astronauts. Here's the latest news.
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https://www.space.com/news/live/astronaut-medical-evacuation-on-iss-jan-14-2026
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T14:00:00+00:00
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Satellite sees snowy Greenland peaks from space | Space photo of the day for Jan. 14, 2026
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Greenland's mountains greatly affect local climate patterns.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/earth/satellite-sees-snowy-greenland-peaks-from-space-space-photo-of-the-day-for-jan-14-2026
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T13:00:00+00:00
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The universe should be packed with tiny galaxies — so where are they?
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There may not be as nearly as many small galaxies in the early universe as astronomers predict there should be, which has big implications for the story of how our universe grew up.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/galaxies/the-universe-should-be-packed-with-tiny-galaxies-so-where-are-they
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-14T11:00:00+00:00
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Crew-11 astronauts undock in 1st-ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station (video)
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SpaceX's Crew-11 astronauts will leave the International Space Station today (Jan. 14) in the first-ever medical evacuation from the orbiting lab, and you can watch it live.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/international-space-station/watch-crew-11-astronauts-undock-in-1st-ever-medical-evacuation-from-the-international-space-station-today
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T23:01:35+00:00
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The US really wants a nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030. 'Achieving this future requires harnessing nuclear power,' NASA chief says
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NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy have firmed up their commitment to develop a nuclear reactor for use on the surface of the moon by 2030.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/moon/the-us-really-wants-a-nuclear-reactor-on-the-moon-by-2030-achieving-this-future-requires-harnessing-nuclear-power-nasa-chief-says
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T22:00:00+00:00
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What time is SpaceX Crew-11's medical evacuation from the ISS on Jan. 14?
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The four astronauts of SpaceX's Crew-11 mission will leave the International Space Station on Jan. 14, in the first-ever medical evacuation from the orbital lab. Here are the details.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/international-space-station/what-time-is-spacex-crew-11s-medical-evacuation-from-the-iss-on-jan-14
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T21:00:00+00:00
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'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy': Paul Giamatti and Holly Hunter on beaming into the storied sci-fi franchise (interview)
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'It felt really warm and welcoming. It was a lovely atmosphere the whole time.'
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https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/star-trek-starfleet-academy-paul-giamatti-and-holly-hunter-on-beaming-into-the-storied-sci-fi-franchise-interview
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T20:00:00+00:00
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'Death by a thousand cuts': James Webb Space Telescope figures out how black hole murdered Pablo's Galaxy
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"It points to a slow starvation rather than a single dramatic death blow."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/death-by-a-thousand-cuts-james-webb-space-telescope-figures-out-how-black-hole-murdered-pablos-galaxy
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T19:00:00+00:00
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Viruses may be more powerful in the International Space Station's microgravity environment
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"Microgravity pushed evolution into corners of the phage we still don't fully understand"
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/international-space-station/viruses-may-be-more-powerful-in-the-international-space-stations-microgravity-environment
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T18:00:00+00:00
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Astronomers watch 2 supermassive black holes caught in a twisted dance with never-before-seen jet behavior
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"This result shows that the Event Horizon Telescope is not only useful for producing spectacular images, but can also be used to understand the physics that govern black hole jets."
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/black-holes/astronomers-watch-2-supermassive-black-holes-caught-in-a-twisted-dance-with-never-before-seen-jet-behavior
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T17:00:00+00:00
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This stunning Orion Nebula photo will make you want to grab a telescope this week
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The Orion Nebula is the closest large star-forming region, located within the Milky Way just 1,500 light-years from Earth.
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https://www.space.com/stargazing/astrophotography/this-stunning-orion-nebula-photo-will-make-you-want-to-grab-a-telescope-this-week
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T16:00:00+00:00
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'Backward and upward and tilted': Spaceflight causes astronauts' brains to shift inside their skulls
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Space apparently changes your frame of mind in more ways than one.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/human-spaceflight/backward-and-upward-and-tilted-spaceflight-causes-astronauts-brains-to-shift-inside-their-skulls
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T15:00:00+00:00
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Blast from the past: A rocket history quiz
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Test how well you know the breakthroughs, pioneers, and turning points that shaped modern rocketry.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/blast-from-the-past-a-rocket-history-quiz
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b4234bf5b11105cf93e433f83de2b3c92db61d02a73fc7309f5071c4353aec09
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2026-01-13T15:00:00+00:00
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Guardians of trivia: How much do you know about the Space Force?
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Think you know America's newest military branch? Take our quiz and prove you're Space Force‑savvy.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/guardians-of-trivia-how-much-do-you-know-about-the-space-force
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T14:00:00+00:00
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ISS astronauts spy airglow and dwarf galaxy | Space photo of the day for Jan. 13, 2026
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Astronauts on the International Space Station were not only treated to a sight from Earth's atmosphere recently but also caught a glimpse of one of the Milky Way's nearest galactic neighbors.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/international-space-station/iss-astronauts-spy-airglow-and-dwarf-galaxy-space-photo-of-the-day-for-jan-13-2026
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2026-01-13T14:00:00+00:00
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We may be witnessing the messy death of a star in real time
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For over two centuries, we have watched the red giant R Leonis dim and brighten with regularity, but this 'heartbeat' is beginning to speed up near the end of the star's life.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/stars/we-may-be-witnessing-the-messy-death-of-a-star-in-real-time
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2026-01-13T11:00:00+00:00
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This company is taking $1 million reservations for hotel rooms on the moon
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A California-based start-up wants to open a hotel on the moon by 2032 and is now accepting bookings for the out-of-this world travel experience.
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https://www.space.com/astronomy/moon/this-company-is-taking-usd1-million-reservations-for-hotel-rooms-on-the-moon
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T09:51:09+00:00
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Get a huge 25% off these Canon image-stabilized binoculars — one of our favorites for stargazing under the new moon
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The Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a great pair of image-stabilized optics that allow for shake-free observation of stars, nebulas and star clusters. They are now only $656 from Amazon.
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https://www.space.com/stargazing/skywatching-kit/get-a-huge-25-percent-off-these-canon-image-stabilized-binoculars-one-of-our-favorites-for-stargazing-under-the-new-moon
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-13T00:13:56+00:00
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SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida (video)
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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
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https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-6-97-b1078-ccsfs-asog
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T23:49:04+00:00
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NASA Enters Final Preparations for Artemis II Mission
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As NASA moves closer to launch of the Artemis II test flight, the agency soon will roll its SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft to the launch pad for the first time at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida to begin final integration, testing, and launch rehearsals. NASA is targeting no earlier.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/nasa-enters-final-preparations-for-artemis-ii-mission
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T20:55:00+00:00
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Red Dwarfs Are Too Dim To Generate Complex Life
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New research shows that complex life is unlikely to ever exist around cool, dim red dwarfs. About 33% of the Milky Way's stars are late M dwarfs, which are the smallest, coolest stars, and are the easiest stars to detect Earth-like planets around. The stars aren't bright enough for photosynthetic organisms to create a Great Oxygenation Event, which led to complex animal life here on Earth.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/red-dwarfs-are-too-dim-to-generate-complex-life
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T17:22:00+00:00
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These Gravitationally Lensed Supernovae Could Resolve The Hubble Tension
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Researchers used the JWST to find a pair of strong gravitationally lensed Supernovae. They exploded billions of years ago, and their light is just reaching us now. Because of the lensing, we'll see multiple images of them, separated by years or decades. This could reveal the expansion rate of the Universe, and provide a solution to the Hubble Tension.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/these-gravitationally-lensed-supernovae-could-resolve-the-hubble-tension
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Space & Physics
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2026-01-15T16:13:00+00:00
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How Dark Asteroids Die
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Back in the earlier days of the internet, there was a viral video from a creator called Bill Wurtz called “the history of the entire world, i guess” which spawned a number of memorable memes, some of which are still in use to this day. One of those was a clip from the video where Wurtz states “The Sun is a deadly laser.” Apparently, that was more true than even he knew, as a new paper from Georgios Tsirvouils of the Luleå University of Technology in Sweden and his co-authors have shown experimental evidence that the Sun’s laser-like radiation is likely responsible for the death of a vast majority of closely-orbiting asteroids.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/how-dark-asteroids-die
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Unmasking the Sun’s Hidden Gamma Ray Factory
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Scientists have finally identified where some of the most powerful radiation bursts from solar flares originate, solving a mystery that has puzzled solar physicists for decades. Researchers at the New Jersey Institute of Technology traced intense gamma rays back to a previously unknown population of particles supercharged to millions of electron volts in the Sun’s atmosphere, revealing the mechanism behind these strange signals.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/unmasking-the-suns-hidden-gamma-ray-factory
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A New Atlas of the Milky Way’s Ghost Particles
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Every second, a trillion ghost particles stream through your body unnoticed, invisible messengers carrying secrets from the hearts of distant stars. Astrophysicists at the University of Copenhagen have now mapped exactly where these neutrinos originate across our Milky Way Galaxy and how many reach Earth, creating the most comprehensive picture yet of these elusive particles.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/a-new-atlas-of-the-milky-ways-ghost-particles
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Two New Exoplanets And The Need For New Habitable Zone Definitions
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How solid is our understanding of exoplanet habitability? Are the ideas of an Optimistic Habitable Zone and a Conservative Habitable Zone sufficient to advance our understanding? New research introduces an expanded exoplanet 'temperate zone,' highlighting planets that are amenable to atmospheric study by the JWST.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/two-new-exoplanets-and-the-need-for-new-habitable-zone-definitions
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Solving the Mystery of Blue Flashes
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Brief, brilliant flashes of blue light occasionally appear across the universe, burning hundreds of times brighter than ordinary supernovae before fading within days. Astronomers have puzzled over these luminous fast blue optical transients for years, unable to determine whether they were unusual stellar explosions or something else entirely. Observations of AT 2024wpp, the brightest example ever detected, have finally solved the mystery.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/solving-the-mystery-of-blue-flashes
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NASA Bids Farewell to Historic Test Stands That Built the Space Age
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Two towering buildings that helped launch humanity's greatest space achievements came down on January 10 at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Centre in Alabama. The Dynamic Test Stand and the T-tower, both designated National Historic Landmarks, played crucial roles in developing the Saturn V rockets that carried Apollo astronauts to the Moon and the Space Shuttle that defined an era of spaceflight. Their carefully orchestrated demolition marks a transformation, as NASA clears the way for a modernised infrastructure ready to support the next generation of space exploration.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/nasa-bids-farewell-to-historic-test-stands-that-built-the-space-age
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A Supernova That Shouldn't Exist
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For decades, astronomers believed that the most massive stars in the universe lived fast and died quietly, collapsing directly into black holes without the spectacular fireworks of a supernova explosion. That understanding has been dramatically overturned by observations of SN 2022esa, a peculiar supernova that erupted from an incomprehensibly massive star and is now destined to become a black hole binary system.
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To Study the Moon's Ancient Ice, We First Have to Pollute It
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There is a fundamental tension in space exploration that has created ongoing debates for decades. By creating the infrastructure we need to explore other worlds, we damage them in some way, making them either less scientifically interesting or less “pristine,” which some would argue, in itself, is a bad thing. A new paper available in JGR Planets, from Francisca Paiva, a physicist at Instituto Superior Técnico, and Silvio Sinibaldi, the European Space Agency’s (ESA’s) planetary protection officer, argues that, in the Moon’s case at least, the problem is even worse than we originally thought.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/to-study-the-moons-ancient-ice-we-first-have-to-pollute-it
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Peering Below Callisto’s Icy Crust with ALMA
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What exists beneath the surface of Jupiter’s icy moon, Callisto? This is what a recent study accepted by The Planetary Science Journal hopes to address as a team of researchers investigated the subsurface composition of Callisto, which is Jupiter’s outermost Galilean satellite. This study has the potential to help scientists better understand the interior composition of Callisto, which is hypothesized to possess a subsurface liquid water ocean, and develop new techniques for exploring planetary subsurface environments.
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Follow SpaceX's Returning Crew-11 Mission Wednesday Night
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In a historic first, an unspecified medical issue is prompting an early return from the International Space Station on Wednesday night, January 14th. And while the return will be featured live online from undocking to splashdown, if skies are clear, you might just be able to see the pair crossing the night sky tonight, shortly after undocking.
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The Surprising Heat of Early Clusters
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Astronomers using ALMA have detected the earliest hot galaxy cluster atmosphere ever observed, revealing a massive reservoir of superheated gas in the infant cluster SPT2349-56 just 1.4 billion years after the Big Bang. The gas is far hotter and more pressurised than current theories predicted for such a young system, forcing scientists to completely rethink how galaxy clusters evolved in the early universe. This discovery suggests that violent processes like supermassive black hole outbursts and intense starbursts heated these cluster atmospheres much earlier and more efficiently than anyone expected, fundamentally challenging our understanding of how the universe’s largest structures formed.
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https://www.universetoday.com/articles/the-surprising-heat-of-early-clusters
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How Black Holes Slowly Starve Galaxies
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Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope and ALMA have discovered one of the oldest ‘dead’ galaxies in the universe, revealing that supermassive black holes can kill galaxies through slow starvation rather than violent destruction. The galaxy, nicknamed ‘Pablo’s Galaxy’, formed most of its 200 billion solar masses of stars between 12.5 and 11.5 billion years ago before abruptly stopping, not because its black hole blew away all the gas in one catastrophic event, but because it repeatedly heated incoming material over multiple cycles, preventing fresh fuel from ever replenishing the galaxy’s star forming reserves.
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When Baby Stars Throw Tantrums
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NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured stunning new image of HH 80/81, a pair of objects created when supersonic jets from a newborn star slam into previously expelled gas clouds, heating them to extreme levels. These jets, powered by a protostar 20 times more massive than our Sun, stretch over 32 light years through space and travel at speeds exceeding 1,000 kilometres per second, making them the fastest outflows ever recorded from a young star.
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Young Stellar Objects Are Prominent In A New Hubble Image
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A disparate collection of young stellar objects bejewels a cosmic panorama in the star-forming region NGC 1333 in this new image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. To the left, an actively forming star called a protostar casts its glow on the surrounding gas and dust, creating a reflection nebula. Two dark stripes on opposite sides […]
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Siwarha's Wake Gives it Away at Betelgeuse
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Betelgeuse is the star that everybody can't wait to see blow up, preferably sooner than later. That's because it's a red supergiant on the verge of becoming a supernova and there hasn't been one explode this close in recorded human history. It's been changing its brightness and showing strange surface behavior, which is why astronomers track its activity closely. Are these changes due to its aging process? Do they mean it's about to blow up? Probably not.
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New Evidence That An Ancient Martian Ocean Covered Half The Planet
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Mars Was Half Covered by an Ocean susannakohler33808 Mon, 01/12/2026 - 12:00 Mars Was Half Covered by an Ocean https://mediarelations.unibe.ch/media_releases/2026/media_releases_2026/mars_was_half_covered_by_an_ocean/index_eng.html
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Can Philanthropy Fast-Track a Flagship Telescope?
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New Space is a term now commonly used around the rocketry and satellite industries to indicate a new, speed focused model of development that takes its cue from the Silicon Valley mindset of “move fast and (hopefully don’t) break things.” Given that several of the founders of rocketry and satellite companies have a Silicon Valley background, that probably shouldn’t be a surprise, but the mindset has resulted in an exponential growth in the number of satellites in orbit, and also an exponential decrease in the cost of getting them to orbit. A new paper, recently published in pre-print form in arXiv from researchers at Schmidt Sciences and a variety of research institutes, lays out plans for the Lazuli Space Observatory, which hopes to apply that same mindset to flagship-level space observatory missions.
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Four Privately Funded Observatories in the Next Three Years
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Schmidt Sciences has unveiled details on four ambitious observatories to monitor the dynamic cosmos, with data from all four expected by 2029. The post Four Privately Funded Observatories in the Next Three Years appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/four-privately-funded-observatories-in-the-next-three-years/
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Solar and Lunar Eclipses in 2026
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This year offers an interesting mix of celestial coverups: a total solar eclipse viewable from Spain and two deep lunar eclipses (one total, one not quite) visible across North America. The fourth, an annular solar eclipse, will be confined to the bottom of the world. The post Solar and Lunar Eclipses in 2026 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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https://skyandtelescope.org/observing/solar-and-lunar-eclipses-in-2026/
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Two New CubeSats to Monitor Nearby Stars and Distant Black Holes
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Two new smallsat missions, named SPARCS and BlackCAT, promise to examine stellar flares and explosions in the early universe. The post Two New CubeSats to Monitor Nearby Stars and Distant Black Holes appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/two-new-cubesats-to-monitor-nearby-stars-and-distant-black-holes/
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Betelgeuse’s Elusive Companion Might Be Making Waves
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In new observations, astronomers detect a moving wake of gas in the outer layers of the red supergiant Betelgeuse, offering fresh evidence for a long-suspected secondary star. The post Betelgeuse’s Elusive Companion Might Be Making Waves appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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Scientists found the soil secret that doubles forest regrowth
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New research shows tropical forests can recover twice as fast after deforestation when their soils contain enough nitrogen. Scientists followed forest regrowth across Central America for decades and found that nitrogen plays a decisive role in how quickly trees return. Faster regrowth also means more carbon captured from the atmosphere. The study points to smarter reforestation strategies that work with nature rather than relying on fertilizers.
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Statins may help almost everyone with type 2 diabetes live longer
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New research suggests statins may protect adults with type 2 diabetes regardless of how low their predicted heart risk appears. In a large UK study, statin use was linked to fewer deaths and major cardiac events across all risk levels. Even those labeled “low risk” benefited, challenging long-held assumptions about who should receive preventive therapy. Side effects were rare and generally mild.
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One protein may decide whether brain chemistry heals or harms
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Tryptophan does far more than help us sleep—it fuels brain chemistry, energy production, and mood-regulating neurotransmitters. But as the brain ages or develops neurological disease, this delicate system goes awry, pushing tryptophan toward harmful byproducts linked to memory loss, mood changes, and sleep problems.
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Scientists “resurrect” ancient cannabis enzymes with medical promise
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Scientists have uncovered how cannabis evolved the ability to make its most famous compounds—THC, CBD, and CBC—by recreating ancient enzymes that existed millions of years ago. These early enzymes were multitaskers, capable of producing several cannabinoids at once, before evolution fine-tuned them into today’s highly specialized forms. By “resurrecting” these long-lost enzymes in the lab, researchers showed how cannabis chemistry became more precise over time—and discovered something unexpected: the ancient versions are often more robust and easier to work with.
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This after-meal blood sugar spike may raise Alzheimer’s risk
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Spikes in blood sugar after eating may be more dangerous for the brain than previously thought. In a massive genetic study, people with higher post-meal blood sugar had a much greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The effect couldn’t be explained by visible brain damage, suggesting hidden biological pathways may be involved. Researchers say managing blood sugar after meals could become a key strategy for reducing dementia risk.
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Forest loss is driving mosquitoes’ thirst for human blood
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In the rapidly disappearing Atlantic Forest, mosquitoes are adapting to a human-dominated landscape. Scientists found that many species now prefer feeding on people rather than the forest’s diverse wildlife. This behavior dramatically raises the risk of spreading dangerous viruses such as dengue and Zika. The findings reveal how deforestation can quietly reshape disease dynamics.
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Scientists question the safety of BPA-free packaging
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“BPA-free” food packaging may be hiding new risks. A McGill University study found that several BPA substitutes used in grocery price labels can seep into food and interfere with vital processes in human ovarian cells. Some triggered unusual fat buildup and disrupted genes linked to cell repair and growth. The results raise concerns that BPA replacements may be just as troubling as the chemical they replaced.
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Northwestern Medicine’s new antibody wakes the immune system against pancreatic cancer
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Pancreatic cancer uses a sugar-coated disguise to evade the immune system, helping explain why it’s so hard to treat. Northwestern scientists discovered this hidden mechanism and created an antibody that strips away the tumor’s protective signal. In animal tests, immune cells sprang back into action and tumors grew much more slowly. The team is now refining the therapy for future human trials.
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Scientists uncover a hidden type of diabetes in newborns
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Researchers have discovered a rare new type of diabetes that affects babies early in life. The condition is caused by changes in a single gene that prevent insulin-producing cells from working properly. When these cells fail, blood sugar rises and diabetes develops, often alongside neurological problems. The findings help explain a long-standing medical mystery and deepen understanding of diabetes overall.
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Scientists finally uncover why statins cause muscle pain
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A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and trigger a tiny but harmful calcium leak inside muscle cells. That leak may weaken muscles directly or activate processes that slowly break them down, offering a long-sought explanation for statin-related aches.
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“Marine darkwaves”: Hidden ocean blackouts are putting sealife at risk
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Scientists have identified a newly recognized threat lurking beneath the ocean’s surface: sudden episodes of underwater darkness that can last days or even months. Caused by storms, sediment runoff, algae blooms, and murky water, these “marine darkwaves” dramatically reduce light reaching the seafloor, putting kelp forests, seagrass, and other light-dependent life at risk.
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This sweet fruit is packed with hidden health compounds
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Scientists are taking a closer look at monk fruit and discovering it’s more than just a sugar substitute. New research shows its peel and pulp contain a rich mix of antioxidants and bioactive compounds that may support health. Different varieties offer different chemical profiles, hinting at unique benefits. The work could shape how monk fruit is used in future foods and supplements.
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How everyday foam reveals the secret logic of artificial intelligence
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Foams were once thought to behave like glass, with bubbles frozen in place at the microscopic level. But new simulations reveal that foam bubbles are always shifting, even while the foam keeps its overall shape. Remarkably, this restless motion follows the same math used to train artificial intelligence. The finding hints that learning-like behavior may be a fundamental principle shared by materials, machines, and living cells.
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Massive brain study reveals why memory loss can suddenly speed up with age
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A massive international brain study has revealed that memory decline with age isn’t driven by a single brain region or gene, but by widespread structural changes across the brain that build up over time. Analyzing thousands of MRI scans and memory tests from healthy adults, researchers found that memory loss accelerates as brain tissue shrinkage increases, especially later in life. While the hippocampus plays a key role, many other brain regions also contribute, forming a broad vulnerability rather than isolated damage.
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Scientists found the brain rhythm that makes your body feel like yours
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A new study reveals that alpha brain waves help the brain decide what belongs to your body. Faster rhythms allow the brain to match sight and touch more precisely, strengthening the feeling that a body part is truly yours. Slower rhythms blur that timing, making it harder to separate self from surroundings. The findings could improve prosthetic design and immersive virtual experiences.
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Doctors discover the source of mysterious intoxication
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Some people get drunk without drinking because their gut bacteria produce alcohol from food. Researchers have now identified the microbes and biological pathways behind this rare condition, auto-brewery syndrome. Tests showed patients’ gut samples produced far more alcohol than those of healthy people. In one case, a fecal transplant led to long-lasting symptom relief.
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Millions with dementia still prescribed drugs linked to falls and confusion
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Despite longstanding guidelines, many dementia patients are still prescribed brain-altering medications that can raise the risk of falls and confusion. A new study shows that while prescribing has decreased overall, people with cognitive impairment remain more likely to receive these drugs. In many cases, there was no documented medical justification. The results suggest that medication safety remains a serious concern in dementia care.
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A devastating cotton virus lurked undetected in U.S. fields for nearly 20 years
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A damaging cotton virus thought to be a recent invader has actually been hiding in U.S. fields for nearly two decades. New research shows cotton leafroll dwarf virus was present as early as 2006, quietly spreading across major cotton-growing states long before it was officially identified. By reanalyzing old genetic data with modern tools, scientists uncovered a hidden history of the virus’s spread—including its first confirmed appearance in California and even traces in animal feed.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214319.htm
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2026-01-13T08:50:24
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This AI spots dangerous blood cells doctors often miss
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A generative AI system can now analyze blood cells with greater accuracy and confidence than human experts, detecting subtle signs of diseases like leukemia. It not only spots rare abnormalities but also recognizes its own uncertainty, making it a powerful support tool for clinicians.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214317.htm
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2026-01-13T21:34:50
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Scientists find a natural sunscreen hidden in hot springs bacteria
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Researchers studying cyanobacteria from hot springs in Thailand have discovered a new natural UV-blocking compound with impressive antioxidant power. Unlike conventional sunscreens, it’s biocompatible and potentially safer for both people and the environment. The molecule is produced only under UV and salt stress and uses a unique biosynthetic pathway never seen before. This could help drive a new generation of eco-friendly sunscreens and skincare products.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214315.htm
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2026-01-13T08:34:15
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Scientists discover how the uterus knows when to push during childbirth
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Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure and stretch sensors in uterine muscles and surrounding nerves work together to trigger coordinated contractions. When these sensors are disrupted, contractions weaken and delivery slows. The discovery helps explain stalled labor—and could one day lead to better ways to manage childbirth.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214313.htm
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2026-01-13T06:44:15
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Spacecraft capture the Sun building a massive superstorm
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Scientists have pulled back the curtain on one of the most extreme solar regions seen in decades, tracking it almost nonstop for three months as it unleashed powerful space weather. By combining views from two spacecraft—one near Earth and one orbiting the Sun—researchers followed a massive active region as it grew, twisted, and ultimately triggered the strongest geomagnetic storms since 2003.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214310.htm
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2026-01-13T03:31:37
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Extreme heat is breaking honey bees’ natural cooling system
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Honey bees can normally keep their hives perfectly climate-controlled, but extreme heat can overwhelm their defenses. During a scorching Arizona summer, researchers found that high temperatures caused damaging temperature fluctuations inside hives, leading to population declines. Smaller colonies were hit hardest, experiencing the most severe swings. As global temperatures rise, heat waves could pose a growing threat to bees and the pollination they provide.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214306.htm
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2026-01-13T02:45:55
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Scientists discover what’s linking floods and droughts across the planet
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Scientists tracking Earth’s water from space discovered that El Niño and La Niña are synchronizing floods and droughts across continents. When these climate cycles intensify, far-apart regions can become unusually wet or dangerously dry at the same time. The study also found a global shift about a decade ago, with dry extremes becoming more common than wet ones. Together, the results show that water crises are part of a global pattern, not isolated events.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214304.htm
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2026-01-13T01:24:10
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This new sugar tastes like the real thing without the usual downsides
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Scientists at Tufts have found a way to turn common glucose into a rare sugar that tastes almost exactly like table sugar—but with far fewer downsides. Using engineered bacteria as microscopic factories, the team can now produce tagatose efficiently and cheaply, achieving yields far higher than current methods. Tagatose delivers nearly the same sweetness as sugar with significantly fewer calories, minimal impact on blood sugar, and even potential benefits for oral and gut health.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112214302.htm
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2026-01-12T21:33:16
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A new test reveals which antibiotics truly kill bacteria
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Some antibiotics stop bacteria from growing without actually killing them, allowing infections to return later. Scientists at the University of Basel created a new test that tracks individual bacteria to see which drugs truly eliminate them. When tested on tuberculosis and other serious lung infections, the method revealed big differences in how bacteria tolerate treatment. The findings could lead to more precise therapies and better predictions of treatment success.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112211455.htm
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2026-01-12T20:52:13
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This common dinner rule makes meals more awkward
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Waiting to eat when your food arrives first feels polite—but it may be mostly for your own peace of mind. Researchers found people feel far more uncomfortable breaking the “wait until everyone is served” rule than they expect others would feel watching it happen. Even being told to go ahead doesn’t fully ease the discomfort. Serving everyone at once could reduce awkwardness and make meals more enjoyable.
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112001005.htm
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2026-01-14T14:58:37+00:00
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String Theory Can Now Describe a Universe That Has Dark Energy
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In 1998, astronomers discovered dark energy. The finding, which transformed our conception of the cosmos, came with a little-known consequence: It threw a wrench into the already daunting task of finding a version of string theory that describes the universe we live in. Dark energy is a “positive” energy that causes our universe to expand at an accelerating rate. But the best-understood models… Source
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https://www.quantamagazine.org/string-theory-can-now-describe-a-universe-that-has-dark-energy-20260114/
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2026-01-15T15:40:04-05:00
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The best folding electric bikes for 2026, tested and reviewed
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All sorts of interesting one- and two-wheeled vehicles crisscross my city streets, including an increasing number of affordable, portable forms of tech-packed personal transportation . Spandex-clad cyclists take advantage of protected lanes, while electric scooters zip over sidewalks (and anywhere else). Occasionally, an odd unicyclist or one-wheeler breaks up the predictability. I particularly like to watch foldable e-bike riders who go from trail to train, transforming their personal transit into a cube to carry through a crowd. These now-you-see-it, now-you-don’t collapsible electric bikes offer power assistance for commuting or errands without taking up valuable real estate in an apartment or townhouse. These flexible options can often fit into an SUV or RV for extended outdoor adventures without the need for a heavy-duty, and often expensive, rack. We’ve updated the most reliable options—like our best overall, the Lectric XP4—so you can find the best folding electric bikes to match your riding style and needs. The post The best folding electric bikes for 2026, tested and reviewed appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/gear/best-folding-electric-bikes/
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2026-01-15T14:58:16-05:00
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Black hole space volcano erupts after 100 million year nap
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The post Black hole space volcano erupts after 100 million year nap appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/science/black-hole-space-volcano/
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2026-01-15T12:05:00-05:00
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Congress trying to make it easier to unsubscribe (again)
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The post Congress trying to make it easier to unsubscribe (again) appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/technology/unsubscribe-bill-congress/
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2026-01-15T11:00:00-05:00
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Mummified cheetahs could help save the critically endangered big cats
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The post Mummified cheetahs could help save the critically endangered big cats appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/environment/mummified-cheetahs-asia/
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2026-01-15T09:43:27-05:00
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Amazon has just about every Anker docking station, power bank, and portable power station on sale right now
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The post Amazon has just about every Anker docking station, power bank, and portable power station on sale right now appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/gear/anker-charger-hub-portable-power-station-deals-january/
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a2deb8e346904387edfbdfb0f0a3030e8247a59d9851e868e954cbecfc8c1d9b
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2026-01-15T09:25:11-05:00
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Anker Prime Power Bank (20K, 200W) review: Plenty of power for laptops and more
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The post Anker Prime Power Bank (20K, 200W) review: Plenty of power for laptops and more appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/gear/review-anker-prime-power-bank-20k-200w-laptop-charger/
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2026-01-15T09:02:00-05:00
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Is turbulence really like Jello-O? Pilots weigh in.
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The post Is turbulence really like Jello-O? Pilots weigh in. appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/science/turbulence-jell-o-airplanes/
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46ccef48cc44d9342eab3174bb9152367cd62b9379ee3cc5fa59333c5b851e28
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2026-01-15T03:30:00-05:00
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Wikipedia’s 25 most popular entries of all time
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The post Wikipedia’s 25 most popular entries of all time appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/technology/most-popular-wikipedia-entries/
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8f7a8b93cb33a66450dc01ca09119e6c6a833a895eae0ca260f43b8e6a7179e4
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2026-01-15T00:00:00-05:00
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Without forests, mosquitoes turn to human blood
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The post Without forests, mosquitoes turn to human blood appeared first on Popular Science.
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https://www.popsci.com/environment/mosquitoes-human-blood-deforestation/
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