The North Star is much heavier than previously thought
The star that marks true north is much heavier than we thought. The North Star is 5.1 times the size […]
NASA persistence finds first possible hint of ancient life on Mars
NASA’s Persistence rover has uncovered the first trace of ancient microbes on Mars. “We’re not able to say that this
Moonquakes are much more common than previously thought, Apollo data suggests
A new look at decades-old data from the Apollo missions has revealed evidence of tens of thousands of previously unknown
Some meteors leave trails that last up to an hour. Now we can know why
To leave a lasting trail, meteors must aim downward. A new study of shooting stars shows that meteors that blaze
Scientists want to send endangered species to the moon
As more and more species come close to extinction, scientists have been collecting samples of animals, plants and other creatures
Summer-like heat is scorching the Southern Hemisphere – in winter
Extreme Climate Survey Scientific news is collecting questions from readers about how to navigate our planet’s changing climate. What do
Astronauts are actually stuck in space all the time
Imagine going on a week-long business trip and not coming home until next year. That may be the case for
A new element in the periodic table may be available
To expand the periodic table, it may be time to use titanium. A new study lays the groundwork to expand
Dark matter experiments take first look at ‘neutrino fog’
The neutrino “fog” has begun to materialize. Light subatomic particles called neutrinos are starting to make their way into the
A new drug promises hot flashes due to menopause
A new treatment for hot flashes has brought relief and a better night’s rest to women who experience these devastating