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Scientists discover amazingly resilient plant that may help astronauts...

Researchers say Syntrichia caninervis can survive extreme conditions that would kill most other plants. The post Scientists discover amazingly resilient plant that may help astronauts colonize Mars by...

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At long last, astronomy’s ‘final parsec problem’ may be solved

The "final parsec problem" has puzzled astronomers for decades. Now, a team of researchers may have found an unexpected solution: dark matter with a secret social life. The post At long last,...

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NASA’s Webb images cold exoplanet 12 light-years away

An international team of astronomers has directly imaged one of the coldest exoplanets observed to date. The post NASA’s Webb images cold exoplanet 12 light-years away by Press Releases appeared first...

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Mars rover discovers peculiar rock containing potential signs of ancient life

If there really was life on Mars at some point in the distant past, scientists believe they may have just found a pivotal clue. The post Mars rover discovers peculiar rock containing potential signs of...

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400 years later, hidden elements discovered in Renaissance astronomer Tycho...

A groundbreaking study is shedding light on Tycho Brahe's early experiments, offering a rare glimpse into the laboratory work of one of history's most renowned scientists. The post 400 years later,...

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Did NASA really find evidence of ancient life of Mars? Expert examines latest...

NASA has announced the first detection of possible biosignatures in a rock on the surface of Mars. The rock contains the first Martian organic matter to be detected by the Perseverance rover, as well...

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A new, rare ‘guest star’ will soon appear in the sky. Here’s how nova events...

The stars aren’t fixed and unchanging, unlike what many ancient people thought. Once in a while, a star appears where there wasn’t one before, and then it fades away in a matter of days or weeks. The...

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The Higgs particle could have ended the universe by now. So why are we still...

Although our universe may seem stable, having existed for a whopping 13.7 billion years, several experiments suggest that it is at risk – walking on the edge of a very dangerous cliff. And it’s all...

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5 Best Telescopes For Beginners, According To Astronomy Experts

Stargazing can feel like magic, a chance to glimpse the vastness of the universe from the comfort of your backyard. But finding the right telescope to kickstart your celestial adventures? Now that’s a...

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Kepler’s overlooked Sun studies from 17th century solve modern solar mystery

The Sun has long puzzled scientists with its cyclical behavior. Now, a team of international researchers has found an unexpected clue to its past in the writings of a 17th-century astronomer. The post...

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Tiny meteorites revealed as architects of our Moon’s ghostly atmosphere

The face of the Moon, pockmarked and scarred, tells a tale of cosmic violence. But beneath this visible history lies an invisible story - the birth and sustenance of a gossamer-thin atmosphere. The...

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World’s oldest calendar discovered in ancient temple may rewrite birth of...

This ancient timekeeping system, etched into stone pillars, could be more than just a way to track the seasons – it might also serve as a memorial to a catastrophic comet strike that changed the course...

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Red Planet revival: Scientists propose warming Mars to make it habitable...

Scientists suggest that by releasing specially designed nanoparticles into the Martian atmosphere, we could potentially warm the Red Planet by more than 50 degrees. The post Red Planet revival:...

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Space archaeology takes flight in pioneering ISS study

Researchers have conducted the first archaeological investigation of the International Space Station, shedding new light on how humans live and work without gravity. The post Space archaeology takes...

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Milky Way galaxy may dodge looming collision with Andromeda

For decades, astronomers have confidently predicted that our Milky Way galaxy is on a collision course with its nearest large neighbor, the Andromeda galaxy. The post Milky Way galaxy may dodge looming...

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NASA rover discovers signs of liquid water on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has uncovered compelling evidence of Mars's watery past, potentially opening a window into the planet's ancient history as an Earth-like world. The post NASA rover discovers...

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Dark matter discovery shatters ‘galactic conspiracy’ about the universe

For years, astronomers believed that galaxies followed a secret formula when it comes to balancing their visible and invisible matter. However, a new study suggests this galactic guidebook might not...

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Watch a star get destroyed by a supermassive black hole in groundbreaking videos

In a new study, scientists have produced the most detailed simulations to date of how the destruction of a star evolves over the span of a year. The post Watch a star get destroyed by a supermassive...

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The North Star has spots and a hidden companion, astronomers discover

Researchers have used advanced technology to measure Polaris's mass more accurately than ever before, shedding light on the North Star's unusual properties. The post The North Star has spots and a...

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Wow! Scientists may have finally decoded mysterious signal from space

For nearly half a century, astronomers have been puzzled by a brief and unexplainable radio signal detected in 1977 that seemed to hint at the existence of alien life. Now, scientists may finally know...

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NASA’s asteroid-smashing mission has permanently knocked a moon off its orbit

NASA's DART mission didn't just slam into the asteroid moon Dimorphos in 2022, it completely reshaped the celestial body and potentially set it on a chaotic new path. The post NASA’s asteroid-smashing...

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60-year mystery solved! NASA scientists finally measure Earth’s...

This planetary-scale phenomenon has eluded scientists for over six decades. Now, thanks to a daring rocket mission launched from the edge of the Arctic, we've confirmed its existence. The post 60-year...

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There may be habitable oceans hidden deep within distant worlds

Instead of relying on Earth as a model for life, an international team argues that perhaps it’s time to consider other paths for planets to potentially form and develop life. The post There may be...

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Seismic echoes reveal a mysterious ‘donut’ inside Earth’s core

There is a large donut-shaped region of the core around the Equator, a few hundred kilometers thick, where seismic waves travel about 2% slower than in the rest of the core. The post Seismic echoes...

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12.9 billion light-years away, two quasars are creating a ‘monster’

This cosmic merger is occurring at a staggering distance of 12.9 billion light-years away, allowing us to peer back in time to when the universe was merely 900 million years old. The post 12.9 billion...

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NASA uncovers 2 black holes on a cosmic collision course!

In 100 million years, scientists predict these black holes will continue to move closer together until they eventually collide. The post NASA uncovers 2 black holes on a cosmic collision course! by...

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Our knowledge of the universe has reached a critical tipping point

For the past few years, a series of controversies have rocked the well-established field of cosmology. In a nutshell, the predictions of the standard model of the universe appear to be at odds with...

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‘Early dark energy’ may explain 2 major mysteries in the universe

Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists spotted a bunch of bright, massive galaxies in the very early universe. The thing is, they shouldn't be there. The post ‘Early dark energy’ may...

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Hidden structures discovered under the surface of Mars

"These dense structures could be volcanic in origin or could be compacted material due to ancient impacts," researchers reveal. The post Hidden structures discovered under the surface of Mars by...

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Tiny black holes could be zooming through our solar system, study explains

If a primordial black hole passed within a few hundred million miles of Mars, it could shift the planet's orbit by about a meter -- causing a "wobble." The post Tiny black holes could be zooming...

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Earth had a ring just like Saturn, groundbreaking theory suggests

Researchers in Australia are proposing that Earth may have once sported its own spectacular ring system 466 million years ago. The post Earth had a ring just like Saturn, groundbreaking theory suggests...

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Earth is getting a tiny second moon for 2 months

Earth is going to have its very own mini-moon from September 29 until November 25. The post Earth is getting a tiny second moon for 2 months by The Conversation appeared first on Study Finds.

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Extreme solar storms once struck Earth. A new one could devastate modern society

Solar storms cause disturbances in the Earth’s magnetic shield or magnetosphere. The post Extreme solar storms once struck Earth. A new one could devastate modern society by The Conversation appeared...

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4,000 light-years from home, astronomers find a chilling vision of Earth’s...

Imagine Earth as a frozen, desolate world orbiting the faint ember of what was once a star like our Sun. This is the scene set by the newly discovered system. The post 4,000 light-years from home,...

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Lunar Standard Time: NASA giving the Moon its own time zone

Does switching time zones give you jet lag? Just wait until you have to adjust your watch to sync up with the Moon! The post Lunar Standard Time: NASA giving the Moon its own time zone appeared first...

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Scientists make surprising chemical discovery on Pluto’s largest moon

The findings, based on data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, offer vital clues about how our favorite not-planet/planet system was formed. The post Scientists make surprising chemical discovery...

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Astronomers take first images of strangely inflated and asymmetrical planet

Scientists say this east-west asymmetry means there are differences in atmospheric conditions between the two hemispheres of this strange new world. The post Astronomers take first images of strangely...

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140,000° inferno: Inside the galaxy hosting universe’s hottest known stars

Astronomers have identified a galaxy that seems to defy the laws of stellar physics. The post 140,000° inferno: Inside the galaxy hosting universe’s hottest known stars appeared first on Study Finds.

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Amazing evidence points to surprising layer deep inside the Moon

The Moon may not be made of cheese, but it still may have something surprising hiding at its core. The post Amazing evidence points to surprising layer deep inside the Moon appeared first on Study Finds.

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Cosmic murder solved! Scientists say giant black hole starved its own galaxy...

What do parasites and black holes have in common? According to astronomers, they both like to drain their host of vital resources. The post Cosmic murder solved! Scientists say giant black hole starved...

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Is dark matter producing rare antimatter in space?

Recent research indicates that dark matter could be the source of rare antihelium nuclei detected in cosmic rays. The post Is dark matter producing rare antimatter in space? appeared first on Study...

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Mars revelation: Scientists may know what left planet lifeless

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have uncovered evidence of extreme climate change on Mars billions of years ago. The post Mars revelation: Scientists may know what left planet lifeless...

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Earth unlikely to be destroyed by doomsday asteroid swarms, study explains

Astronomers have found that this doomsday theory is highly unlikely because there are fewer dangerously large asteroids near Earth than previously believed. The post Earth unlikely to be destroyed by...

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NASA’s Hubble observes Jupiter’s Great Red Spot ‘jiggling like gelatin’

Jupiter's Great Red Spot, a colossal storm that has raged for centuries, is revealing new secrets about its dynamic nature. The post NASA’s Hubble observes Jupiter’s Great Red Spot ‘jiggling like...

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Most space rocks crashing into Earth likely come from this one source

Each year, roughly 17,000 of these fireballs not only enter Earth’s atmosphere, but survive the perilous journey to the surface. The post Most space rocks crashing into Earth likely come from this one...

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Icy discovery on Ceres: Dwarf planet hiding within asteroid belt covered in...

A new study finds that Ceres, which sits in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, has a crust that's 90% ice. The post Icy discovery on Ceres: Dwarf planet hiding within asteroid belt covered in...

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Ancient supernova mystery solved: 840-year-old star explosion mapped in...

The remnant of this cosmic explosion, known as Pa 30, is unlike any other supernova remnant astronomers have found. The post Ancient supernova mystery solved: 840-year-old star explosion mapped in...

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Astronaut spots mysterious red lights during rare atmospheric event over Earth

While preparing to photograph Cairo, the astronaut unexpectedly encountered what researchers call a Transient Luminous Event (TLE). The post Astronaut spots mysterious red lights during rare...

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Cosmic ‘dark wolf’ lights up the sky for Halloween

Many people dress up for Halloween, and it turns out the cosmos does as well. The post Cosmic ‘dark wolf’ lights up the sky for Halloween appeared first on Study Finds.

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This speed-eating black hole is breaking the laws of physics

Researchers have spotted this cosmic glutton, known as LID-568, in action when the universe was just 1.5 billion years-old. The post This speed-eating black hole is breaking the laws of physics...

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