The Harvest Moon rises tonight: See the 1st supermoon of 2025 brighten October’s sky
See the full Harvest Supermoon rise at sunset on Oct. 6.
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The exoplanet revolution at 30: 1st alien world was found around a sun-like star three decades ago
The discovery of the “hot Jupiter” exoplanet 51 Pegasi b on Oct. 6, 1995 changed the course of astronomical history.
Would you eat yogurt made with ants? Scientists did
In a remarkable blend of science and tradition, researchers have revived an old Balkan and Turkish yogurt-making technique that uses ants as natural fermenters. The ants’ bacteria, acids, and enzymes transform milk into a rich, tangy yogurt while showcasing the…
Thousands of sparkling newborn stars ignite in Webb’s Lobster Nebula view
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled a breathtaking cosmic landscape that looks more like a scene from fantasy than reality. What appears to be a glowing mountain peak shrouded in mist is actually a massive field of dust and…
Black holes might hold the key to a 60-year cosmic mystery
Scientists may have finally uncovered the mystery behind ultra-high-energy cosmic rays — the most powerful particles known in the universe. A team from NTNU suggests that colossal winds from supermassive black holes could be accelerating these particles to unimaginable speeds.…
October’s sky comes alive with a supermoon and shooting stars
October’s night sky is set to dazzle, featuring a radiant supermoon, the fiery Draconid meteor shower, and the sparkling Orionids. As the full moon reaches its largest and brightest on October 6, stargazers can also catch the Draconids streaking from…
Nearly half of drivers killed in crashes had THC in their blood
Over 40% of fatal crash victims had THC levels far above legal limits, showing cannabis use before driving remains widespread. The rate didn’t drop after legalization, suggesting policy changes haven’t altered risky habits. Experts warn that the lack of public…
Egypt reopens Amenhotep III’s tomb after over 20 years of renovation
Egypt on Saturday opened a tomb of a pharaoh for visitors after more than two decades of renovation in the southern city of Luxor, as it prepares for the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
New ‘Unfolding the Universe’ exhibit celebrates the James Webb Space Telescope through stunning artwork (photos, video)
Artist Ashley Zelinskie unveils the ‘Unfolding the Universe: Wandering Through Time and Space’ exhibit to celebrate the James Webb Space Telescope.
New DARPA ‘field guide’ looks for ways to jump-start a moon economy
A recent DARPA study laid out a step-by-step process that could enable an economic link between Earth and the moon. But how real is the promise of giving the moon an industrial makeover?