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Hubble Telescope spots a stunning spiral galaxy shining in the 'Little Lion' (image)

A new Hubble Telescope image shines a spotlight on a classic spiral galaxy named NGC 3430.

Space

Scientists want a seed vault on the Moon

Climate change is driving calls to save earth's biodiversity by storing DNA samples on the lunar surface

Salon

Can the moon help preserve Earth's endangered species?

The moon may soon be home to frozen samples of Earth's endangered creatures. New research proposes a lunar biorepository to preserve animal skin samples with cells from the world's endangered species.

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NASA Mars rover finds 'first compelling detection' of potential fossilized life on the Red Planet

A peculiar leopard-spotted rock, found beside an ancient, dried-out river in Mars' Jezero crater, contains some tantalizing clues of ancient life, NASA said.

LiveScience

Moon robots could build stone walls to protect lunar bases from rocket exhaust

A robotic excavator could build a dry stone wall to act as a blast shield around a launch pad on the moon, a new study suggests.

Space

Never-before-seen shapes up to 1,300 feet long discovered beneath Antarctic ice

The unusual patterns, found beneath West Antarctica's Doston Ice Shelf, could help scientists to better understand how glaciers erode.

LiveScience

Can the Olympics survive the climate crisis?

The 2024 Olympic Games opened on the same week Earth recorded its hottest day ever.

The Conversation

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Ghostly 'zodiacal light' glows above the Very Large Telescope in Chile (photo)

A new photo shows the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope beneath a star-studded sky at sunset, illuminated by a phenomenon known as the zodiacal light.

Space

'A Quiet Place: Day One' VFX chief on the Death Angels' sensitive side (exclusive)

An exclusive interview with Michael Humphreys, the VFX supervisor for "A Quiet Place: Day One."

Space

Continental collision 2.1 billion years ago may have sparked '1st attempt' at complex life on Earth

Researchers have laid out the case for complex life evolving 2.1 billion years ago, but not everyone is convinced it started so early.

LiveScience

Iceland’s recent volcanic eruptions driven by pooling magma are set to last centuries into the future

To experience a volcanic eruption is to witness nature’s raw power. If you would like to see one for yourself, Iceland is a great location for it. Since 2021, seven eruptions have taken place along the Reykjanes Peninsula, close to Reykjavík.

The Conversation

Northern lights delight as 'cannibal' solar storm triggers auroras across US and Canada (photos)

A cannibal coronal mass ejection triggered impressive northern lights displays across the US and Canada. We've rounded up some of the best photos here.

Space

José de Acosta: the pioneering, overlooked precursor to Darwin and Humboldt

Beginning in the 15th century, the Renaissance in Europe saw a shift in the continent’s mindset towards greater interest in the world beyond its own borders.

The Conversation

Venus returns to the night sky as an 'Evening Star,' and its going to be brilliant

As we make the transition from July into August, Venus has finally begun climbing up out of the sunset glow in earnest and is now about to reclaim its role as the brilliant Evening Star.

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The Guardian - UK

Scientists propose lunar biorepository as ‘backup’ for life on Earth

Experts say facility beyond reach of climate breakdown and other terrestrial events is needed to safeguard biodiversity

Space

Space-junk scout captures amazing fly-around footage of discarded rocket in orbit (video)

Astroscale's ADRAS-J space debris inspecting mission completed a series of fly-around maneuvers of its target space junk, capturing stunning footage of a dead rocket stage in orbit.

Evening Standard

When and how to see the first supermoon of the year in August

The most recent full supermoon occurred on September 29, 2023 — but what is the celestial phenomenon?

Inverse

NASA’s DART Mission Snapped Pictures Until It Crashed Into An Asteroid. Here’s What Those Images Reveal

NASA's DART mission data is a treasure trove. It could one day help save Earth from an asteroid impact.

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What Hi-Fi?

10 of the best instrumental test tracks to give your hi-fi a vocal-free workout

Our pick of the best instrumental tracks to test out the talents of your hi-fi

Space

No, Boeing Starliner's NASA astronauts are not stranded in space. Here's why.

Boeing Starliner's historic 1st astronaut mission has been extended repeatedly for thruster troubleshooting. But its two astronauts are not stuck on the ISS.

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Transform Your Retirement Plan With This Powerful Combo

If you're a retiree looking for the trifecta of income, liquidity and legacy in your retirement plan, consider combining a QLAC and an HECM.

The Independent UK

Southern lights: Australians dazzled by spectacular aurora australis after powerful solar storm

There may be even more spectacular aurora australis tonight

The Guardian - AU

Technicolour skies glow across Australia and NZ as solar flares trigger aurora australis

Observations of spectacular southern lights phenomenon recorded from Tasmania and Melbourne to Western Australia

The Conversation

10 times the aurora australis inspired remarkable works of art

Social media has once again lit up with the spectacle of aurora australis, also known as the Southern Lights, as it became visible in some skies across the southern states last night.

The Conversation

Giant waves, monster winds and Earth’s strongest current: here’s why the Southern Ocean is a global engine room

The Southern Ocean is wild and dynamic. It experiences Earth’s strongest winds and largest waves. It is home to city-sized icebergs and the biggest ocean current on the globe, as well as tiny turbulent flows that fit inside a teacup.

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