New Dwarf Planet Discovery Fuels Planet Nine Mystery in Outer Solar System
A team of astronomers at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, has uncovered a potential new dwarf planet, dubbed 2017OF201, stir...
China’s Tianwen-2 Probe Targets Asteroid Samples to Unravel Earth’s Cosmic Past
China's space ambitions soared to new heights with the launch of the Tianwen-2 probe, rocketing toward asteroid 2016 HO3, also known as Kamoʻoalewa, t...
Kīlauea’s 1,000-Foot Lava Fountains Light Up Hawaii’s Night Sky
Hawaii's Kīlauea Volcano, a fiery titan nestled along the southeastern shore of the Big Island, unleashed a spectacular display of nature’s raw power ...
Texas Roadwork Uncovers Colossal Prehistoric Megafauna Bones in Lubbock
In a thrilling twist to Texas roadwork, construction crews in Lubbock have stumbled upon a prehistoric treasure trove, unearthing massive bones of anc...
Underwater Volcano Off Oregon Poised for Eruption, Scientists Say
Deep beneath the Pacific Ocean, 300 miles off Oregon’s rugged coast, a geological giant is stirring. The Axial Seamount, an underwater volcano towerin...
506-Million-Year-Old Moth-Like Predator Mosura Fentoni Found in Canada
In a stunning find, paleontologists have unearthed a 506-million-year-old predator, dubbed Mosura fentoni, in Canada’s ancient wilderness. This moth-l...
Archaeopteryx Fossil Unlocks New Secrets of Early Bird Evolution
A remarkable fossil at Chicago’s Field Museum is rewriting the story of early bird evolution. The pigeon-sized Archaeopteryx, one of the best-preserve...
Soviet Spacecraft Kosmos 482 Crashes to Earth After 53-Year Orbit
A Soviet-era spacecraft, stranded in orbit for 53 years, made an unceremonious return to Earth on Saturday, crashing down after a failed Venus mission...
Google’s AI Breakthrough: Decoding Dolphin Language with DolphinGemma
In a leap toward bridging the gap between humans and one of the ocean’s brightest minds, Google is harnessing artificial intelligence to decode the in...
Odd-Looking Longnose Lancetfish Washes Up on Oregon Beach, Shocking Locals
Locals strolling along the Oregon coast got an unexpected shock when an "odd-looking" deep-sea fish washed ashore, leaving both beachgoers and aquariu...
Archaeologists Discover 5,000-Year-Old High-Status Woman’s Remains in Ancient Peruvian Caral Site
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered the remarkably preserved remains of a woman believed to be about 5,000 years old, and she wasn’t just anybody — ...
Colossal Baby Squid Makes Its First On-Camera Appearance in the Deep Atlantic
Deep in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the wild and chilly coast of the South Sandwich Islands, researchers have captured something truly extraordinary ...
Scientists Dissect Remarkably Well-Preserved Baby Mammoth From Ice Age
Warning: This article contains graphic pictures. Reader discretion is advised.Russian scientists recently undertook the delicate dissection of a femal...
Dire Wolves from 'Game of Thrones' Recreated After 12,500 Years — But Are They Really the Same?
A biotech company in Dallas, Colossal Biosciences, has announced it has recreated wolves that roamed North America over 12,500 years ago — the iconic ...
Ancient Settlement Reveals Remains of 1,800-Year-Old Dog, Baffling Experts: 'Preserved Quite Well'
Archaeologists have unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog dating back 1,800 years in Velzeke, a village in Belgium. The discovery s...
Excavation Near Site Where Jesus Was Crucified and Buried Unveils Ancient Biblical Garden
In a discovery that feels straight out of biblical prophecy, archaeologists working at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem—widely regarded a...
Spectacular Blue Spiral Light Brightens Up Night Sky, Likely From SpaceX Rocket
A mesmerizing spiraling blue light stole the show in Europe's night sky on Monday, leaving sky-gazers stunned and a bit baffled. But fear not, this wa...
Ancient Sketches from 200,000 Years Ago Unearthed in Spanish Cave
Archaeologists in Marbella, Spain, have uncovered astonishing sketches that might date back an incredible 200,000 years. The discovery, made during an...
Mysterious Pyramid and Ancient Coins Found in Judean Desert
Archaeologists have uncovered a mysterious pyramid-shaped structure in the Judean Desert that dates back an astonishing 2,200 years. Talk about diggin...
Rare ‘Sharktopus’ Sighting: Octopus Hitches Ride on a Shark in New Zealand
A rare and utterly bizarre scene unfolded off the coast of New Zealand when a Maori octopus decided to hitch a ride on a mako shark, the fastest shark...
NASA Contemplates Shuttering Washington, D.C., Headquarters Amid Federal Restructuring
NASA's Washington, D.C., headquarters might be a thing of the past, as the federal space agency reportedly weighs shaking up its operations amid a gov...
Stranded Astronauts Prepare for Long-Awaited Return to Earth
Two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, are finally preparing to return to Earth on Tuesday after an unexpectedly extended stay aboard the In...
NASA Astronaut's 'Alien' Prank Welcomes SpaceX Crew to ISS
NASA astronauts proved they don’t leave their humor on Earth during the SpaceX Crew-10 docking on the International Space Station (ISS). On Sunday mor...
Athena Lunar Lander Touches Down on the Moon, But Mystery Shrouds Its Condition
The Athena lunar lander successfully made its way to the moon on Thursday, marking a thrilling milestone in space exploration. However, the excitement...
Space Force's Mysterious X-37B Plane Returns to Earth After 434 Days in Orbit
The United States Space Force's enigmatic X-37B space plane has returned to Earth after an astonishing 434 days in orbit, conducting experiments that ...
Stadium-Sized Asteroid Deemed 'Potentially Hazardous' by NASA, Expected to Pass 'Relatively Close' to Earth
NASA is keeping a close eye on a stadium-sized asteroid, named 2024 ON, that zipped by Earth on Tuesday. While it sounds like the plot of a blockbuste...
Scientists Say X-Rays from Nuclear Explosion May Deflect Asteroids from Earth
Scientists in Albuquerque, New Mexico, have unveiled a novel approach to planetary defense: using X-rays from a nuclear explosion to nudge potentially...
Dark Matter May Be Behind Wobble in Mars’ Orbit, Study Suggests
Scientists may have just added another chapter to the cosmic mystery surrounding Mars. A study published last week in the peer-reviewed journal Physic...
Geomagnetic Storm Expected to Hit Earth Following Autumnal Equinox
The Earth is bracing for a **geomagnetic storm** this week, a cosmic ripple effect set off by the recent autumnal equinox.On Sunday, a sunspot erupted...
Venomous Creatures Wash Up on Popular North Carolina Beaches
North Carolina beachgoers got an unexpected—and venomous—visitor this week. Tiny but mighty Blue Sea Dragons, also known as Glaucus atlanticus, washed...
Comet Visible from Earth for First Time in 80,000 Years: 'Most Anticipated Comet of the Year'
A celestial event not seen since the days humans were still figuring out fire is happening right now. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, also known as Comet A3,...
Spike in Earthquakes at Washington's Mount Adams Prompts Heightened Monitoring
Scientists have ramped up monitoring efforts at Washington State's Mount Adams following an unusual spike in seismic activity. Typically, this volcano...
NASA Releases Clearest View of Mars, Blue Rocks Stun Scientists
NASA's latest images of Mars are a feast for the eyes, revealing the clearest landscape shots to date—with dashes of unexpected blue scattered across ...
Severe Geomagnetic Storm Could Strain Power Grids as U.S. Reels from Hurricane Destruction
A severe solar storm slammed into Earth on Thursday, threatening to further strain power grids already tested by the aftermath of back-to-back hurrica...
NASA Spacecraft Embarks on Epic Journey to Jupiter's Icy Moon Europa
NASA is gearing up for its next big cosmic adventure: sending the Europa Clipper spacecraft to explore one of the most intriguing moons in our solar s...
SpaceX Pulls Off Historic Achievement, Launching Four Rockets in Less Than 40 Hours
SpaceX has just raised the bar – again. In under 48 hours, the company achieved an astonishing milestone, launching four rockets across three states, ...
Rise of the Superbaby? US Startup Offers Genetic IQ Screening for Wealthy Elite
A U.S. startup, Heliospect Genomics, is making waves—and raising eyebrows—by charging wealthy couples up to $50,000 to screen embryos for IQ and other...
Orionid Meteor Shower to Light Up Night Sky Through Most of November
The **Orionids meteor shower**, one of the most stunning celestial shows of the year, is set to dazzle night skies through most of November. Skywatche...
NASA Reconnects with Voyager 1 Using Decades-Old Technology
NASA has pulled off a cosmic reunion, re-establishing contact with the interstellar Voyager 1 spacecraft, which is currently over 15 billion miles awa...
New Glowing Sea Slug Found in Ocean's Deep 'Midnight Zone'
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) have identified a new species of glowing sea slug ...
Earth Bids Farewell to 'Mini Moon' Asteroid Set for Return Visit in 2055
Planet Earth is saying goodbye to a cosmic hitchhiker—a 33-foot asteroid that’s been casually tagging along as a "mini moon" for the past two months. ...
Interstellar Voyager 1 Resumes Operations After Communication Glitch with NASA
NASA has announced that Voyager 1, the record-setting interstellar spacecraft, has reestablished communication and resumed normal operations after a b...
Complete Mastodon Jaw Found in New York Homeowner's Backyard: 'Remarkable Discovery'
A homeowner in New York has stumbled upon a complete mastodon jaw in their backyard, marking what officials are hailing as a "remarkable discovery." T...
NASA Finalizes Strategy for Sustaining Human Presence in Space
NASA has officially locked in its strategy for ensuring a continuous human presence in space, even as the International Space Station (ISS) approaches...
Orbiter Photos Show Lunar Modules From First 2 Moon Landings More Than 50 Years Later
India's Chandrayaan-2 orbiter has captured stunning photos of the Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 landing sites, more than half a century after humanity's fir...
Newly Discovered Asteroid Turns Out to Be Tesla Roadster Launched Into Space
Elon Musk’s taste for the dramatic strikes again. What astronomers initially logged as a newly discovered asteroid has turned out to be none other tha...
Scientists Link Gene to Emergence of Spoken Language
Why did humans start speaking? Scientists suggest that genetics played a pivotal role, and they argue that the evolution of this unique ability was es...
Mars’ Red Color Could Be a Clue to Its Habitable Past, Study Suggests
Mars’ signature red hue might be more than just a cosmic fashion statement—it could hint at a time when the planet was cool, wet, and potentially habi...
Private Lunar Lander Blue Ghost Lands on the Moon with Equipment for NASA
A private lunar lander called Blue Ghost has successfully landed on the moon, carrying a drill, vacuum, and other equipment intended for NASA. The tou...
Seven Planets Align Tonight – A Celestial Spectacle Not to Be Missed
Tonight, the universe is putting on one of its rare and breathtaking shows: a **planet parade** featuring seven planets visible in the evening sky. Ac...
Ancient Dinosaur Footprint Dating Back 100 Million Years Discovered Near Coastal Town
A fossil hunter in England has stumbled upon a jaw-dropping discovery: a massive dinosaur footprint believed to be from an Iguanodon, dating back over...
Boeing's Starliner Returns to Earth, Crew Remains in Orbit
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft made a safe landing back on Earth early Saturday at 12:01 a.m. ET at New Mexico's White Sands Missile Range, completing ...
Stadium-Sized Asteroid Buzzes Earth: Close Call or Just Cosmic Sightseeing?
NASA is keeping a close eye on a "potentially hazardous" asteroid, named 2024 ON, as it zips past Earth. This space rock, measuring approximately 1,15...
Nuke 'Em? Scientists Eye X-Ray Blasts to Save Earth from Asteroids
Scientists in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are exploring a novel approach to planetary defense: using X-rays from a nuclear explosion to deflect potential...
Is Dark Matter Messing with Mars' Orbit? A New Study Says Maybe!
A new study suggests that the mysterious dark matter might be the culprit behind a slight wobble observed in Mars' orbit. I mean, who knew Mars had a ...
Earth Braces for Geomagnetic Storm Post-Equinox: Will the Lights Dance Again?
The autumnal equinox has come and gone, but it seems Mother Nature had one more trick up her sleeve: a geomagnetic storm heading our way. Following th...
Dust Off Your Telescopes! Comet Returns After 80,000 Years for a Possible Encore
Get ready to turn your eyes to the skies! A comet that hasn't graced our corner of the universe in over 80,000 years is making a comeback and might ju...
Mount Adams Shakes Things Up: Earthquake Spike Prompts Closer Look
Scientists are keeping a closer eye on **Mount Adams in Washington State** after a recent uptick in seismic activity. I mean, who needs more drama, ri...
NASA's Perseverance Rover Uncovers Stunning Blue Rocks and a Martian Mystery!
NASA just dropped the clearest images of Mars we've ever seen, and girl, are they something! The Perseverance rover is out there doing the most, snapp...
Solar Storm Adds to Grid Stress Post-Hurricane Mayhem
A **severe solar storm** that hit Earth on Thursday is potentially adding insult to injury, stressing power grids already strained by the aftermath of...
NASA's Europa Clipper Mission: A Voyage to Jupiter's Icy Moon in Search of Habitable Conditions
NASA is gearing up to launch its Europa Clipper spacecraft to Jupiter's moon Europa, a prime candidate for harboring life beyond Earth. This mission i...
Startup Offers Genetic IQ Screening for the Wealthy: Superbaby Incoming?
A U.S. startup, Heliospect Genomics, is reportedly offering wealthy couples the chance to screen their embryos for IQ and other favorable genetic trai...
Orionid Meteor Shower: Catch the Cosmic Show All November!
Get ready to look up! The Orionid meteor shower, always a celestial highlight, is set to dazzle us with shooting stars throughout most of November.NAS...
NASA Dusts Off Ancient Tech to Chat with Voyager 1: Talk About Throwback Thursday!
After a brief communication hiccup with Voyager 1, NASA re-established contact with the interstellar spacecraft, which is chilling over 15 billion mil...
Glowing Sea Slug Discovered in Ocean's 'Midnight Zone' – Seriously, What Else Is Down There?
Deep in the ocean's mysterious 'midnight zone,' researchers have stumbled upon a new species of glowing sea slug. The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research I...
Earth Says Bye to Its 'Mini Moon' Asteroid, See You in 2055!
Our planet is saying farewell to a little asteroid that’s been playing the role of a "mini moon" for the last couple of months. It’s like that housegu...
Voyager 1 Back Online After a Month-Long Radio Silence – Phew!
After a nail-biting pause in communications that began in late October, **NASA** has confirmed that Voyager 1 is back in action! The interstellar spac...
New York Homeowner Unearths Complete Mastodon Jaw in Backyard: 'Remarkable Discovery'
In a truly wild discovery, a New York homeowner stumbled upon a complete mastodon jaw in their backyard, a find that officials are calling nothing sho...
NASA Aims to Keep Humans in Space After ISS Retirement – But Can They Pull It Off?
This week, NASA finalized its strategy for sustaining a human presence in space, emphasizing the importance of maintaining extended stays in orbit eve...
Oops! Astronomers Mistake Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster for Asteroid
Seven years after Elon Musk launched his Tesla Roadster into space, astronomers at the Minor Planet Center at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astro...
Gene Discovery: The Key to Why We Can Chat and Neanderthals Couldn't?
Scientists are buzzing about a new study linking a specific gene to the emergence of spoken language in humans. Apparently, this genetic twist gave us...
Mars' Red Hue Linked to Potential Habitable Past, Study Suggests
Mars' signature red color might be whispering secrets of a wetter, potentially habitable past, according to a recent study. The rusty tint comes from ...
