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How neutron stars 'playing it cool' could unlock exotic physics
Neutron stars with surface temperatures millions of degrees cooler than expected rule out a swathe of possible models to describe the physics of such objects.
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Surf's up! Liquid methane waves on Saturn moon Titan may erode shores of alien lakes and rivers
Saturn's largest moon Titan has been known to have rivers and lakes of methane, but a new study has found that their shorelines may be eroded and shaped by wave activity.
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Hubble Telescope bounces back with glorious galaxy pic in '1-gyroscope mode'
The Hubble Space Telescope snapped a striking shot of the fluffy spiral galaxy NGC 1546, showing it can still observe the heavens in its new one-gyroscope mode.
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New 'Space Cadet' trailer enlists Emma Roberts into NASA's astronaut program (video)
A new trailer for Amazon MGM Studios' NASA comedy starring Emma Roberts, "Space Cadet"
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Rocket Lab launches 5 IoT satellites on landmark 50th mission
Rocket Lab launched its Electron rocket for the 50th time on Thursday (June 20), reaching the milestone in record time.
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Is Jupiter's Great Red Spot an impostor? Giant storm may not be the original one discovered 350 years ago
Astronomer Giovanni Cassini observed Jupiter's 'Permanent Spot' in 1665, but new research suggests it's a different vortex from today's Great Red Spot.
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'Star Wars: The Acolyte' episode 4: What's the goal of Mae's test?
In its fourth episode, "The Acolyte" has a bigger sense of urgency, delivers a surprising Star Wars prequels cameo, and twists the plot once again.
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New 'Exodus Green Worlds' trailer highlights hunt for habitable planets (video)
Check out the new prologue video for the upcoming sci-fi RPG title, "Exodus."
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DARPA's military-grade 'quantum laser' will use entangled photons to outshine conventional laser beams
Prototype quantum photonic-dimer laser uses entanglement to bind photons and deliver a powerful beam of concentrated light that can shine through adverse weather like thick fog.
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4,000-year-old 'Seahenge' in UK was built to 'extend summer,' archaeologist suggests
The construction of the monument and another beside it more than 4,000 years ago corresponds to a time of bitter cold.
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Watch an awe-inspiring video from final flight of Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity spaceplane
Virgin Galactic shared an awe-inspiring video from the final flight of its VSS Unity space plane.
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NASA discussing asteroid-threat exercise today: Watch it live
NASA will discuss the results of a recent asteroid-threat exercise today (June 20), and you can watch it live.
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Watch Rocket Lab launch its Electron vehicle for the 50th time today
Rocket Lab plans to launch its Electron vehicle for the 50th time today (June 20), and you can watch the milestone moment live.
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Summer solstice 2024 marks the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere
The summer solstice, also known as the June solstice arrives June 20 at 4:51 p.m. EDT (2051 GMT), marking the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Best sci-fi TV shows with 90%+ on Rotten Tomatoes
15 top-tier sci-fi TV shows to enjoy with over 90% scores on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and audience.
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The speed of sound on Mars is constantly changing, study finds
New research shows that the speed of sound on Mars varies considerably by location and temperature. The findings could help scientists understand sounds picked up by Martian rovers, as well as make future crewed ventures safer.
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June solstice 2024 brings changing seasons to Earth on June 20 — What to know
Summer will officially arrive in the Northern Hemisphere on Thursday (June 20) at 4:51 p.m. EDT (2051 GMT) — the June Solstice. Here's what you need to know.
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The 1st 'major lunar standstill' in more than 18 years is about to occur. Here's how to see it
A major lunar standstill is about to occur. The phenomenon happens every 18.6 years when the moon rises and sets at its most extreme points on the horizon, while also climbing to its highest and lowest point in the sky.
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A massive black hole may be 'waking up' in a nearby galaxy
Astronomers have, for the first time, spotted a black hole in a nearby galaxy waking up from a deep slumber.
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'ESA Space Bricks' landing at Lego Stores could help build real Artemis moon base
Scientists found the building bricks for moon bases in the toy store, and you can see them there, too. ESA researchers discovered more than inspiration from Lego while working on Artemis structures.
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