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Popular MechanicsAt Least 30 Egyptian Tombs Have Reappeared—and Archaeologists Are Astounded
The discovery reveals new secrets and asks new questions about this ancient civilization.
- Futurism
There's an Extremely Stupid Reason NASA Scientists Can't Study China's Amazing New Moon Rocks
Earlier this week, China's Chang'e 6 lunar probe landed in Inner Mongolia, delivering the first samples collected from the far side of the Moon. The mission has the international scientific community excited — the far side of the Moon, which permanently faces away from the Earth, remains a bit of a mystery. Only China has […]
- The Weather Network
Spectacular new "3D" Pillars of Creation merges Hubble and Webb views
"When we combine observations from NASA's space telescopes across different wavelengths of light, we broaden our understanding of the universe."
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The Top Country With Most Scientists per Capita in the World
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Countries With the Most Scientists per Capita in the World and in this article, we will talk about the top country with the most scientists per capita in the world. Innovation and Growth in the Global Science Industry: AI, Biotechnology, and Market Trends The global science industry […]
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Boeing's troubled Starliner spacecraft won't return to Earth any time soon
Two NASA astronauts will stay longer at the International Space Station as engineers troubleshoot problems on Boeing's new space capsule that arose during the trip.
- The Canadian Press
Why NASA astronauts are delayed at the space station after Boeing Starliner launch
NEW YORK (AP) — When two veteran NASA astronauts blasted off on a test drive of Boeing's new capsule, they expected to head home from the International Space Station in a week or so.
- The Canadian Press
NASA astronauts will stay at the space station longer for more troubleshooting of Boeing capsule
Two NASA astronauts will stay longer at the International Space Station as engineers troubleshoot problems on Boeing’s new space capsule that cropped up on the trip there.
- CNN
Bronze Age workshop reveals precious pigment made from a recipe lost to time
This week, uncover a lost recipe for history’s most valuable pigment, explore an asteroid with a watery past, go inside Iceland’s volcanic eruptions, and more.
- Business Insider
A frozen wolf discovered in Siberia turned out to be 44,000 years old. It's so well-preserved that scientists are checking its gut for ancient viruses.
Locals found this first-of-a-kind Pleistocene wolf in Siberia. It's so mummified that scientists hope to find remnants of its last meal in its belly.
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Space Pioneer says part of rocket crashed in central China
BEIJING (Reuters) -Beijing Tianbing Technology Co said on Sunday that the first stage of its Tianlong-3 rocket under development had detached from its launch pad during a test due to structural failure and landed in a hilly area of the city of Gongyi in central China. There were no reports of casualties after an initial investigation, Beijing Tianbing, also known as Space Pioneer, said in a statement on its official WeChat account. Parts of the rocket stage were scattered within a "safe area" but caused a local fire, according to a separate statement by the Gongyi emergency management bureau.
- Futurism
Startups Working on Using the Ocean as Huge Waste Dump for CO2 to Save Earth From Climate Change
Flow State Our fight against climate change is getting desperate. We may be on our way to a renewables-powered future, but until then, immediate solutions are needed to contend with soaring temperatures and rising sea levels. That has scientists considering ambitious large-scale projects to engineer the climate in our favor, such as reducing the sunlight […]
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Boeing Starliner spacecraft could wait months before return, but officials say astronauts aren’t stranded
Engineers on the ground will use that time to try to better understand issues plaguing the spacecraft.
- USA TODAY
Could more space junk fall in the US? What to know about Russian satellite breaking up
A dead Russian satellite broke apart in low-Earth orbit Wednesday, adding more flying debris to an already-crowded sky. Here's what that means.
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Mars gets hit by hundreds of basketball-size space rocks every year
New seismic data reveals that hundreds of space rocks crash into Mars each year, which could affect how space agencies land robots and human explorers on the planet.
- The Canadian Press
A private call of top Democrats fuels more insider anger about Biden's debate performance
NEW YORK (AP) — A sense of concern is growing inside the top ranks of the Democratic Party that leaders of Joe Biden’s campaign and the Democratic National Committee are not taking seriously enough the impact of the president’s troubling debate performance earlier in the week.
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Michael Schumacher's heartbreaking health situation: reclusive life and everything we know
Formula One legend and former Ferrari driver Michael Schumacher, 55, has lived a reclusive life with his family away from the glare of the spotlight since his skiing accident in 2013…
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Paulina Gretzky throws husband Dustin Johnson a western-themed 40th birthday bash: A timeline of their relationship
The 35-year-old model shared a video of the pro-golfer's private birthday celebration that featured a performance by Kid Rock.
- BuzzFeed
An Emergency Room Visit In Spain While On Vacation Highlighted Some Shocking Differences Between Healthcare In The US And Elsewhere
“I braced myself, thinking back to past experiences in American hospitals.”
- CNN
Russia wants to confront NATO but dares not fight it on the battlefield – so it’s waging a hybrid war instead
When someone tried – and failed – to burn down a bus garage in Prague earlier this month, the unsuccessful arson attack didn’t draw much attention. Until, that is, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala revealed it was “very likely” that Moscow was behind it.
- BuzzFeed
This Guy Shared The One Thing His Date Said That Made Him Stand Up And Leave Immediately, And Now He's Wondering If He Was Too Harsh
"We started having the 'our past relationships' talk, and she told me about her high school and college boyfriends. Then, she admitted that she cheated on her college boyfriend..."