Today's Science News
April 2, 2025
Last year 'one of the worst for UK butterflies' - Dr Richard Fox, from Butterfly Conservation, says he is "devastated" by the apparent decline.Environment Agency orders review into tyre recycling after BBC probe - Environment Agency review waste tyre exports after BBC probe reveals millions sent to furnaces in India.
When the Dinos Died, Mammals Were Already Adopting Terrestrial Lifestyles - Learn more about the mammalian transition from arboreal to terrestrial life, which began millions of years before the arrival of the asteroid that devastated the dinosaurs.
April 1, 2025
An AI companion chatbot is inciting self-harm, sexual violence and terror attacks - In 2023, the World Health Organization declared loneliness and social isolation as a pressing health threat.NASA's new SPHEREx space telescope takes its 1st cosmic images: 'The instrument team nailed it' - NASA's new infrared telescope named "SPHEREx" has officially opened its eyes to the cosmos.
Space Volcanoes Tell the Explosive History of Mars, Venus, and Multiple Moons - Take a tour of the space volcanoes on other planets and moons across the Solar System, and find out how they differ from Earth's volcanoes.
Chicago-Sized Iceberg Breaks Away From Ice Sheet, Revealing Thriving Ecosystem - Learn more about the ecosystem that’s remained under the ice for centuries.
Ancient Egypt: History, dynasties, religion and writing - The rich history of ancient Egypt involves power struggles, amazing feats of engineering, advances in writing and art, and more.
3-year-old picks up 'beautiful stone,' discovers 3,800-year-old scarab amulet in Israel - A 3-year-old girl in Israel found an ancient Canaanite amulet shaped like a scarab while she was out walking with her family.
New state of matter, dubbed 'half ice, half fire,' could lead to big advances in quantum computing - U.S. government scientists have developed a new phase of matter dubbed 'half ice, half fire,' which unites opposing electron spins in a unique magnet.
First tokamak component installed in a commercial fusion plant - A tokamak moves forward as two companies advance plans for stellarators.
Stone Scrapers Found in China Shift Ideas on Paleolithic Tool Development - Tools were once thought to have arisen out of Africa and Europe, then spread eastward.
Sanctuary on the Brink – A Stunning Start to “Katavi: Africa’s Fallen Paradise” - Katavi: Africa’s Fallen Paradise unveils Tanzania's ecosystem struggles, portraying beauty and brutality while emphasizing urgent climate issues affecting wildlife survival.
Discovering the First Intersex Southern Right Whale - What you think you know depends on how you look
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Intermittent Fasting Might Be an Easy Way to Boost Libido - Learn how this common dietary practice could improve sex drive.
New alien abduction film 'Watch the Skies' is giving us Swedish Spielberg vibes (video) - Check out this peek at new alien abduction thriller "Watch the Skies" coming to theaters May 9.
Easy way found to extend the life of Li-ion batteries - Rechargeable batteries are an essential part of modern life and play a major role in decarbonisation.
'I’d get on in a heartbeat': Starliner astronauts would fly on Boeing spacecraft again despite malfunctions (video) - NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore both say they'd ride on Boeing's Starliner again, despite the issues the capsule had on its first crewed flight.
Rare 'double sunrise' captured in Canada by intrepid solar eclipse chasers (photos) - Cloud-dodging eclipse chasers in New Brunswick and Québec, Canada, captured the solar horns, reflections and all kinds of weird views as the sun rose partially eclipsed.
Illuminating single atoms for sustainable propylene production - More than 150 million metric tons of propylene are produced annually, making it one of the most widespread chemicals used in the chemical industry.
Watch eerie 'UFOs' and a solar 'cyclone' take shape in stunning new ESA video of the sun - An eerie new video from ESA's Solar Orbiter shows a towering 'cyclone' of plasma exhibiting behaviors never seen before on our sun.
Black holes can destroy planets — but they can also lead us to thriving alien worlds. Here's how. - Whether a galactic environment has the right conditions for habitable planets to form could depend on how the black hole in that galaxy is rotating.
NASA Receives 10 Nominations for the 29th Annual Webby Awards - Since it began in 1958, NASA has been charged by law with spreading the word about its work to the widest extent practicable.
Cryptocurrency billionaire watches SpaceX rocket launch on the way to his own SpaceX rocket launch - Cryptocurrency billionaire Chun Wang and his Fram2 private astronaut crew got a two-for-one deal when they watched a rocket launch ahead of their own launch on March 31.
DARPA accidentally detects SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket reentry by listening to Earth's atmosphere - Researchers with the U.S. military's Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) have successfully used Earth's atmosphere as a sensor to detect a distant disturbance.
NASA’s SPHEREx Takes First Images, Preps to Study Millions of Galaxies - Processed with rainbow hues to represent a range of infrared wavelengths, the new pictures indicate the astrophysics space observatory is working as expected.
Bears: Facts about the furry omnivores that live in many parts of the world - Discover interesting facts about the different types of bears and learn why not all bears hibernate.
Studying Ice for the Future of Flight - Thomas Ozoroski, a researcher at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, takes icing accretion measurements in October 2024 as part of transonic truss-braced wing concept research.
Conductive polymers: First successful synthesis of polyaniline with golden luster - Researchers at the University of Tsukuba, Japan, have developed a method for synthesizing polyaniline—a conductive polymer exhibiting golden luster—marking the first successful attempt globally.
‘They Won’t Help Me’: Sickest Patients Face Insurance Denials Despite Policy Fixes - Sheldon Ekirch frequently experiences long wait times while trying to reach her health insurance company for assistance.
The US is squandering the one resource it needs to win the AI race with China — human intelligence - The release of DeepSeek was a reminder that the U.S. is not the assured frontrunner of AI development.
Four private astronauts launch on first human mission to fly over the poles - "I call it the last frontier of unexplored territory in low-Earth orbit."
Floating blue-eyed robot keeps watch on the ISS: Space photo of the day - Looking like a soccer ball with glowing blue eyes, the Japanese Experiment Module Internal Ball Camera-2 is put to test aboard the International Space Station.
What’s Up: April 2025 Skywatching Tips from NASA - Enjoy observing planets in the morning and evening sky, look for Lyrid meteors, and hunt for the "faint fuzzy" globular cluster M3.
NASA History News and Notes–Spring 2025 - The new Spring 2025 issue of NASA History News and Notes reflects on some of the transitional periods in NASA’s past, as well as the legacies of past projects.
Million-mile-long solar whirlwind could help solve sun's greatest mysteries (video) - Europe's Solar Orbiter spacecraft has chronicled the development of the magnetic escape of plasma driven out by a powerful magnetic reconnection event.
Lava bursts through Grindavík's defense barriers as new volcanic eruption begins on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula - Lava bursts through Grindavík's defense barriers as new volcanic eruption begins on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula
Massive particle accelerator to replace Large Hadron Collider is “feasible” says CERN - CERN has responded to suggestions in new reports that its proposed Future Circular Collider is not technologically feasible.
Watch chilling 1st views of Earth's poles seen by SpaceX Fram2 astronauts (video) - The first images of Earth's poles from the Fram2 Crew Dragon have been uploaded from the orbiting spacecraft, and the views are breathtaking.
NASA's X-59 'quiet' supersonic jet aces key 'cruise control' test ahead of 1st flight - NASA's "quiet" new supersonic jet, the X-59, just passed a key engine test, bringing it closer to its first flight later this year.
Giant, near-perfect cloud ring appears in the middle of the Pacific Ocean — Earth from space - A 2014 satellite image captured a rare glimpse of a massive, eerily circular ring of clouds that formed slap-bang in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
DAILY DOSE: HHS Restructuring Plans 10,000 Layoffs and Budget Cuts; Drugmakers Lobby Trump for Gradual Tariff Phase-In Plan - The U.S. HHS plans to cut 10,000 jobs due to restructuring and budget reductions, affecting key health agencies significantly.
'We didn't expect to find such a beautiful, thriving ecosystem': Hidden world of life discovered beneath Antarctic iceberg - The newfound ecosystem is filled with sea crabs, octopuses and gigantic sponges, suggesting it may have been thriving for centuries.
Mpox could become a serious global threat, scientists warn - Mpox has the potential to become a significant global health threat if taken too lightly, according to scientists.
Ways Community College Students Can Get Involved With NASA - For many students, the path to a NASA career begins at a community college.
Scientists used JWST instruments 'wrong' on purpose to capture direct images of exoplanets - The JWST was used in a creative way to capture direct images of distant worlds.
Who Was Cecilia Payne and How Did She Change Astronomy? - Learn more about Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, the woman who overcame adversity to discover the meaning of stars.
Sun unleashes powerful M5.6 solar flare and Earth is in the firing line — are auroras incoming? - After last week's explosive X-flare, sunspot AR4046 is at it again!
Ancient people in East Asia were more dynamic than previously thought - The discovery of a stone tool production technique never before seen in East Asia has revealed that ancient people in the region experienced more cultural change than previously believed.
Scientists discover major differences in how humans and AI 'think' — and the implications could be significant - Study finds that AI fundamentally lacks the human capability to make creative mental connections, raising warning signs for how we deploy AI tools.
Social Robots Can Improve Astronauts' Mental Health - Many health problems are faced by astronauts who spend significant amounts of time in space.
Experiment: Make the fastest rubber band paddleboat - With a rubber band and some cardboard, you can build your own paddleboat to speed across the surface of a pool.
Earth farts may explain some spooky floating lights - The gases released by earthquakes might occasionally ignite, triggering ghostly lights sometimes witnessed in South Carolina.
Black Hole Found Consuming its Own History - One of the common misconceptions about black holes is that they devour not only matter, but also the history of that matter.
Sustainable biomanufacturing: Key to India's green transition - In the battle against climate change, the role of chemistry and the chemical industry is often overlooked.
Changing seasons on Uranus tracked across 20 years by Hubble Space Telescope - An analysis of two decades of data from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has provided fresh insights into the complex atmospheric changes on Uranus, including the effects of the sun's radiation on its seasonal shifts.
James Webb discovers earliest sign of the Universe becoming transparent - Astronomers discovered early galaxies emitting Lyman alpha light, suggesting reionization occurred earlier than previously thought, transforming the Universe.
“She loves me, she loves me not”: physical forces encouraged evolution of multicellular life, scientists propose - A study on Stentor highlights cooperative feeding dynamics, suggesting physical forces may have influenced the evolution of multicellular life.
Discovery Alert: Four Little Planets, One Big Step - The Discovery Four rocky planets much smaller than Earth orbit Barnard’s Star, the next closest to ours after the three-star Alpha Centauri system.
Sols 4495-4497: Yawn, Perched, and Rollin’ - Written by Natalie Moore, Mission Operations Specialist at Malin Space Science Systems Earth planning date: Friday, March 28, 2025 Womp, womp.
Highly accurate blood test diagnoses Alzheimer’s disease, measures extent of dementia - A new blood test for Alzheimer’s disease accurately measures tau levels, aiding diagnosis and treatment based on disease progression and cognitive symptoms.
Gaia: the best space telescope you never heard of just shut down - On Thursday 27 March, the European Space Agency (ESA) sent its last messages to the Gaia Spacecraft.
SpaceX launches private Fram2 astronauts on historic spaceflight over Earth's poles - SpaceX launched the Fram2 astronaut mission today (March 31), the first-ever crewed spaceflight to orbit Earth over its poles.
ARMD Solicitations (ULI Proposals Invited) - This ARMD solicitations page compiles the opportunities to collaborate with NASA’s aeronautical innovators and/or contribute to their research to enable new and improved air transportation systems.
March 31, 2025
Earth Bacteria Could Survive on the Moon for Decades - Could microbes survive in the permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) of the Moon?Watch a private German rocket explode during 1st orbital launch attempt from European soil (video) - A dramatic video shows Isar Aerospace's first orbital launch attempt, which ended with a fiery crash into the frigid sea about 30 seconds after liftoff.
New plesiosaur discovery sheds light on early Jurassic evolution and plausible endemism - A newly discovered Plesiopterys wildi fossil in Germany enhances understanding of plesiosaur diversity and regional adaptation during the Early Jurassic.
Sampling the Plumes of Jupiter’s Volcano Moon, Io - What can a sample return mission from Jupiter’s volcanic moon, Io, teach scientists about planetary and satellite (moon) formation and evolution?
A Costly Cure? Trump’s “Liberation Day” Tariffs Threaten U.S. Drug Supply Chains - Trump's impending tariffs may threaten U.S. drug supply, particularly generics from Canada, risking shortages and higher consumer costs.
NASA Trains for Orion Water Recovery Ahead of Artemis II Launch - Preparations for NASA’s next Artemis flight recently took to the seas as a joint NASA and Department of Defense team, led by NASA’s Exploration Ground
Quantum Computing Approach Generates First Ever Truly Random Number - The task, which even conventional supercomputers can’t perform, could improve online security and make some processes, such as choosing a jury, truly fair.
Plesiosaur Sheds Light on Marine Reptile Evolution During the Jurassic Period - Meet Plesiopterys wildi, the marine reptile that may have been endemic to its region and may hold the key to understanding plesiosaur evolution.
FAA closes investigation into SpaceX Starship Flight 7 explosion - The FAA has closed its investigation into the SpaceX Starship Flight 7 mishap, accepting the company's findings and verifying its corrective actions.
James Webb telescope takes emergency look at 'city-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 ahead of close encounter in 2032 - The James Webb Space Telescope has taken its first look at the near-Earth asteroid 2024 YR4 before a perilous close approach in 2032.
See spectacular photos from Saturday's partial solar eclipse - The partial solar eclipse on March 29 wowed skywatchers in the Northern Hemisphere.
How Pebbles Form Planets - It starts with static electricity and dust swirling around young stars
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SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites to orbit on 1st half of spaceflight doubleheader (video, photos) - SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink internet satellites to orbit on Monday (March 31), on the first of the company's two planned liftoffs for the day.
Unknown human species in East Asia used sophisticated tools at the same time Neanderthals did in Europe - A stone tool discovery in China rewrites the human story of Middle Paleolithic era in East Asia
NASA launches rockets into auroras, creating breathtaking lights in Alaskan skies (photos) - Two NASA rockets launched into auroras over Alaska last week, and the results were gorgeous.
Research roundup: 2,400-year-old clay puppets; this is your brain on Klingon - Also: testing the efficacy of WWI "dazzle" camouflage; how the male blue-lined octopus survives deadly mating ritual.
New warnings of a 'Butterfly Effect' -- in reverse - A new study warns that global climate change may have a devastating effect on butterflies, turning their species-rich, mountain habitats from refuges into traps.
Discovery of Quina technology challenges view of ancient human development in East Asia - Researchers have uncovered a complete Quina technological system in the Longtan site in southwest China.
What it was like to experience the sunrise solar eclipse in New Brunswick - The clouds were cruel on the Bay of Fundy coast, but a memorable experience was had.
World's largest atom smasher makes 1st-of-its-kind 'beauty' particle discovery that could unlock new physics - Why matter dominates over antimatter in our universe has long been a major cosmic mystery to physicists.
In 'extremely rare' case, Michigan resident dies from rabies after receiving transplanted kidney carrying the virus - A Michigan resident has died from rabies following a kidney transplant at a hospital in Ohio.
Early Warning System That Uses AI for Heart Attacks Could Save Lives - Scientists used AI to analyze millions of heartbeats, link them to potential arrythmia, then build an algorithm based on how the heart talks to the brain about its irregularities.
SpaceX Fram2 1st polar astronaut mission: Live updates - Find out the latest about SpaceX's private Fram2 polar astronaut mission for cryptocurrency billionaire Chun Wang.
How dreams, novelty, and emotions can shape memories: lessons from smartphone studies - Cognitive neuroscientists are utilizing smartphones to explore how memories evolve, focusing on sleep, novelty, and emotional impact on memory retention.
NASA practices recovering its next moon astronauts: Space photo of the day - NASA's Orion crew module test article is framed by the well deck of the U.S. Navy's USS Somerset as teams practice Artemis 2 recovery ops.
NASA officially adds SpaceX's giant Starship megarocket to its launch roster - SpaceX is building Starship as a full reusable heavy-lift rocket to fly astronauts to the moon and Mars.
Scented Candles and Products Could Create Indoor Air Pollution - Learn why products like scented candles and waxes or hair care could lead to respiratory issues.
Powerful X-class solar flare caught on camera erupting from sun's surface - A powerful X1.1-class solar flare was released by the sun on March 28, resulting in radio blackouts across North and South America
The first flight of Isar Aerospace’s Spectrum rocket lasted just 40 seconds - "Today, we know twice as much about our launch system as yesterday before launch."
Hohle Fels water bird: The oldest depiction of a bird in the world - This tiny bird sculpture was created 40,000 years ago by early humans in Europe who carved the key animals in their lives.
Hubble Telescope captures gorgeous new view of Milky Way's star-packed galactic neighbor (photo) - The Hubble Space Telescope has sent back a gorgeous new view of one of our nearest galactic neighbors, which is full of bright, colorful stars.
Mission Control 'members only': NASA flight directors don new jacket - NASA's flight directors have taken a page from the astronauts they support, if not also the Masters, Hells Angels and Saturday Night Live's Five-Timers Club.
How to Stay Safe Before, During, and After a Volcano Eruption - Learn what you should do if you live near an active volcano and how to stay safe before and after an eruption.
The proportion of harmful substances in particulate matter is much higher than assumed - People breathing contaminated air over the course of years are at greater risk of developing numerous diseases.
Scientists solve 'cocktail party' mystery of bat echolocation - Every night, bats emerge out of roosts in massive numbers, creating what scientists have called a 'cocktail party nightmare' of clashing echolocations.
Brain-to-speech tech allowed paralysed woman to communicate in her own voice - Neuroscientists in the US have created a device capable of decoding brain activity and translating it into speech so quickly, it almost enables a person who cannot speak to hold conversations.
US Space Force wants a new 'orbital carrier' to be a satellite launch pad in space - The U.S. Space Force is funding the development of a new "Orbital Carrier" spacecraft that can deploy multiple satellites when needed.
How Can We Find Cryovolcanoes on Europa? - Astronomers suspect that Europa has cryovolcanoes, regions where briny water could erupt through Europa's ice shell, throwing water—and hopefully organic molecules—into space.
Evaluating the health effects of bioactive compounds obtained from plants - Fruits and plant extracts contain bioactive compounds that can help treat or prevent diseases.
How Programmable Photonic Chips Are Set To Shape the Future of Optics - A new generation of nonlinear photonic chips are set to usher optics into a dynamic, programmable era.
A New Proof Smooths Out the Math of Melting - A powerful mathematical technique is used to model melting ice and other phenomena.
Experts issue “urgent warning” on burning of fossil fuels - A review of research into the fossil fuel industry has led an interdisciplinary group of scientists call for urgent action to stop carbon emissions.
Best beginner cameras 2025: Quality, cheap mirrorless models - The best cameras for aspiring photographers who want to take a step up from their smartphones — whether you want to photograph the night sky, wildlife or the world around you.
This sulfur-based space molecule could tell us about the emergence of life on Earth - Researchers have created a "fingerprint" of a sulfur-based molecule found in space that may offer new clues about the formation of life on Earth.
Eating Too Much Salt? Potassium Chloride Could be a Healthier Alternative - What's a good alternative to salt?
SpaceX's private Fram2 launch over Earth's poles will send astronauts where no one has gone before - SpaceX's Fram2 astronaut mission is set to launch toward a polar orbit on March 31, which will be a first for human spaceflight.
'She loves me, she loves me not': Physical forces encouraged evolution of multicellular life, scientists propose - A study presents a striking example of cooperative organization among cells as a potential force in the evolution of multicellular life.
Highly accurate blood test diagnoses Alzheimer's disease, measures extent of dementia - A newly developed blood test for Alzheimer's disease not only aids in the diagnosis of the neurodegenerative condition but also indicates how far it has progressed, according to a new study.
New study links lower proportions of certain sleep stages to brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease - New research reveals that lower proportions of specific sleep stages are associated with reduced brain volume in regions vulnerable to the development of Alzheimer's disease over time.
Martian dust could pose health risks to future astronauts - Inhaling dust particles from the Red Planet over long periods of time could put humans at risk of developing respiratory issues, thyroid disease and other health problems.
Thinner Arctic sea ice may affect global ocean circulation - One of the ocean currents in the Arctic Ocean is at risk of disappearing this century because of climate change, according to a new study.
Research Brief: Calculating Dissolved Organic Carbon using fDOM in Wildfire Affected Streams - A 2024 study examined the ability to develop high-frequency dissolved organic carbon estimates in surface waters using fluorescent dissolved organic matter sensors in turbid waters.
Watch SpaceX launch historic Fram2 astronaut mission over Earth's poles tonight (video) - SpaceX plans to launch the Fram2 astronaut mission over Earth's poles tonight (March 31), and you can watch the action live.
Subsurface Habitats on the Moon and Mars Could Be Grown Using Mushrooms and Inflatable Robots - Subsurface Habitats on the Moon and Mars Could Be Grown Using Mushrooms and Inflatable Robots
Solar eclipse shines over Stonehenge in stunning photo from Astrophotographer Josh Dury - 'Capturing the partial solar eclipse from the iconic landmark at Stonehenge was awe-inspiring in more ways than one'
What does removing sharks do to ecosystems? - Shark loss can have major effects on their ecosystems say researchers studying great white sharks in South Africa and reefs in northern Australia.
A Dramatic Einstein Ring Seen by Webb - One of the first verified predictions of general relativity is the gravitational deflection of starlight.
AI models will lie to you to achieve their goals — and it doesn't take much - Researchers discover that the most advanced AI models may lie to their users when under pressure.
Scientists Say: Neuroplasticity - Neurons in the brain forge new connections and sometimes trim back old ones.
Modeling Lunar ISRU Extraction Can Help Plan Future Prototypes - In-situ resource utilization will likely play a major role in any future long-term settlement of the Moon.
Cosmic rays may be the elusive spark for lightning here on Earth - Cosmic rays may play a role in triggering lightning, a new study suggests, offering an out-of-this-world answer to a long-standing mystery.
Venus Could Be Much More Volcanically Active Than We Thought - Even though Jupiter's moon Io is considered the most volcanically active world in the Solar System, Venus actually has more volcanoes and volcanic features on its surface.
How much of your brain do you need to survive? - Case reports of people with atypical brains reveal the human brain's staggering ability to adapt to damage.
This newly found super-Earth might have blown off its own atmosphere - A newly found super-Earth could help provide answers as to why there are hardly any planets twice the diameter of Earth.
Could electric drones you can sit in take off? - Skyfly's aircraft promises the flexibility of a helicopter without the cost, noise or emissions.
Record number of illegal sewage spills in Windermere last year - Campaigners identified 140 illegal spill days into the beauty spot in 2024
Travelling overseas? You could be at risk of measles. - On March 26 NSW Health issued an alert advising people to be vigilant for signs of measles after an infectious person visited Sydney Airport and two locations in western New South Wales.
March 30, 2025
Using HIFI to “Sniff” Enceladus’ Plumes - What kinds of scientific instruments can be used to sample the plumes of Enceladus with the goal of identifying the ingredients for life as we know it?These Carnivorous Snails Slurp Earthworms Like Spaghetti - Meet the powelliphanta snail, a weird and wonderful New Zealand endemic that slurps earthworms like pasta.
Multiple species of ticks in the US can transmit red meat allergy, CDC reports reveal - A single bite from one of several tick species can trigger a months-long meat allergy.
FBI raids home of prominent computer scientist who has gone incommunicado - Indiana University quietly removes profile of tenured professor and refuses to say why.
Exploring Mars with Next-Generation Helicopters - How can scientists and engineers build off the success of NASA’s Ingenuity Mars helicopter to better explore the Red Planet?
Childhood brain injury study reveals lasting impact on education - Concussion during childhood – even mild trauma – can jeopardise future educational success, according to a study conducted at Tampere University in Finland.
James Webb telescope could find signs of life on alien 'hycean' ocean worlds - If such worlds exist, they could be among the most common life-bearing planets in the galaxy.
Uranus’ Moons Could Have Cryovolcanism from Potential Interior Oceans - What can cryovolcanism on the dwarf planet Ceres teach us about potential cryovolcanism on Uranus’ five largest moons, which include Oberon, Umbriel, Ariel, Titania, and Miranda?
The history of cat domestication - Discover the history of our feline friends, and learn about the debate over whether cats are really "domesticated" at all.
SpaceX rolls out rocket for historic Fram2 astronaut flight over Earth's poles (photos) - SpaceX has rolled out the rocket and Crew Dragon capsule that will launch the Fram2 astronaut mission on Monday night (March 31).
ISS National Lab explores the future of space in new podcast 'Between a Rocket and a Hard Space' - The International Space Station National Laboratory just launched "Between a Rocket and a Hard Space," a brand-new podcast series that explores the future of space innovation.
New research shows what seabed mining does to marine environment - Seabed mining companies want to harvest polymetallic nodules from the deep ocean floor to access critical metals like copper, cobalt and nickel for the green revolution.
Earth's sea ice hits all-time low, NASA satellites reveal - Sea ice impacts storms and coastal erosion — and NASA says Earth's total sea ice content has hit an all-time low.
Black holes may obey the laws of physics after all, new theory suggests - "The singularity is the most mysterious and problematic part of a black hole.
Many Protoplanetary Disks Aren't Much Bigger Than Earth's Orbit - When it comes to the planets produced in protoplanetary disks, size matters, but not the way you might think.
Watch eerie video of humanoid robot 'army' marching naturally, thanks to a major AI upgrade - Figure 02's human-like gait is the product of the company's simulated reinforcement learning system, and is just the beginning of its plans to make its robots perform physical tasks more naturally.
European Space Agency launches competition to find its next commercial rocket by 2028 - The European Space Agency has kicked off a competition to support the development of new launch vehicles and boost Europe's access to space.
1st-ever orbital rocket launch from European soil falls to Earth and explodes seconds into flight - The first orbital rocket launch from European soil ended in an explosion when Isar Aerospace's rocket fell to Earth seconds after launching on March 30.