Science
Dark energy might not exist, but the mystery remains
Dark energy, long thought to drive the Universe's expansion, may not exist at all, according to new research challenging this cosmic mystery.
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How do astronauts celebrate Christmas in space?
From DIY Christmas trees to harmonica concerts, astronauts have been creative in keeping traditions alive while in orbit.
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Satellites reveal Greenland ice loss as high as a skyscraper
The first-ever joint ESA and NASA satellite pictures show devastating ice disappearance in Greenland, once again proving that climate change is a serious issue.
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The best and most brilliant UFO sightings of 2024
In light of the recent craze (once again) of one losing their shizzle about unidentified flying vessels in the heavens, we present some dizzyingly brilliant descriptions, whether anecdotal or authentic, they had to be included to escape the festive canyon down here.
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Groundbreaking discovery: Black holes less destructive than previously thought
Scientists believed that extreme conditions near a supermassive black hole made star formation impossible. However, a new discovery has proved them wrong.
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Martian artifacts: trash or treasure?
Experts are calling for the preservation of human “heritage” on Mars, which they trace back to the crash landing of a Soviet rover in 1971.
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Brewing apocalypse: scientists urge ban of this one bacteria to save us all
Bacteria escape the laboratory and cause a worldwide apocalypse. While this sounds like a premise for a sci-fi movie, it is more real than we think.
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Microrobots prove successful in mouse cancer treatment, scientists eye human trials
Engineers have found a way to send tiny bubble-like spheres to deliver drugs within the body with high precision.
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Can astronomers outsmart bus-sized asteroids in cosmic hide and seek?
Even small asteroids can cause tremendous damage while being barely detectable. But now, thanks to MIT astronomers’ technology, an asteroid as small as a bus can be detected in time.
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Fruit flies launched to space from China. Why?
China’s Tiangong space station has received new, unusual guests. While fruit flies are annoying in the kitchen, they can help solve some serious science mysteries while in space.
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A win for drone design: watch this robot fly like a raven
The design, inspired by birds, allows drones to walk, hop, and jump into flight, making more places accessible to autonomous drones without a launcher.
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Beyond Musk’s Starlink: these satellites run our daily lives with precision
Have you heard of Galileo or Copernicus's satellite networks? Even if the names don’t ring a bell, chances are you already use them.
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Love to use emojis? It may be a sign of emotional intelligence
A new study has linked higher emotional intelligence to more emoji use with friends and romantic partners, while using fewer emojis could signify avoidant attachment.
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Satellites to create 50 solar eclipses: here’s why
The European Space Agency (ESA) is sending two satellites into orbit to emulate total solar eclipses.
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What’s on NASA’s 'stranded' astronauts’ table for Thanksgiving?
To mark the occasion, NASA has revealed photos from four decades of the best Thanksgiving parties in space. Meanwhile, astronauts on the International Space Station have already shared videos about their plans for this year.
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Mapping minds: brain activity data can be used for smart city planning
Your brain activity could reveal how well-adapted you feel in your city. This data is precious for city officials and urban planners.
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UFO agency says no cases of verifiable alien activity (yet), betting on public to help investigate
Pentagon UFO agency director Jon Kosloski testifies on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, spilling the tea to lawmakers on whether there is verifiable proof that UAPs, or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena from outer space actually exist.
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NASA Mars rover maker’s layoffs impact hundreds
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory, instrumental in NASA’s deep space and Mars missions, is saying farewell to 325 employees after canning over half a thousand people earlier this year.
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Japanese scientists sent wooden satellite to space: we want to pitch it to SpaceX
The world’s first wooden satellite has been sent to space to prove that wood is a space-grade material, and, most importantly, biodegradable.
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Musk wants to occupy Mars. Will he succeed under Trump?
Space belongs to everyone by law, but what if no one can stop the new colonizers from converting outer space into the new Wild West?
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