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Humans are changing the moon's surface so much it's entered a new geological era, scientists say

Researchers hope their proposal of declaring a new geological era on the moon — the Lunar Anthropocene — will encourage discussion around human impact and help preserve important cultural artifacts such as footprints and rover tracks.

LiveScience

Mercury retrograde is absolute nonsense – but a whole generation is hooked on it

Are you a millennial with a problem? Then you’ve probably blamed the moon. But is using astrology to explain your personal and professional woes a good thing, or just one big example of a generation in crisis, asks Olivia Petter

The Independent UK

Watch SpaceX Dragon undock from the ISS on Dec. 16 after delay

SpaceX's Dragon cargo ship is scheduled to leave the International Space Station Dec. 16 after two weather delays. You can watch live here at Space.com.

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'What is that material?': Potentially hazardous asteroid Bennu stumps scientists with its odd makeup

Scientists found signs of organic molecules in the first samples of potentially hazardous asteroid Bennu, as well as a 'head scratching' material that has yet to be identified.

LiveScience

Have we seen the last-ever picture from the Hubble?

A problem with the Hubble Space Telescope's gyros and the lack of a Shuttle means Nasa is looking for other solutions

Digital Camera World

Scots discover ultra-hard material to rival diamond after three decades of research

Scientists have discovered a near-unbreakable substance that could rival diamond as the hardest material on Earth.

The National (Scotland)

Geminids meteor shower peaks this week under dark skies

The year's best meteor shower, the Geminids, peaks this week

The Independent UK

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Perseverance rover celebrates 1,000 Mars days on the Red Planet

NASA's Perseverance rover hit a big milestone today (Dec. 13) — 1,000 Mars days, or sols, on the Red Planet.

Space

The Best Sci-Fi Movie of the Year Just Quietly Dropped on Amazon

“I still don’t understand the play.” Now that it's available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, here's why Inverse recommends that you catch up with Wes Anderson's sci-fi masterpiece, 'Asteroid City,' ASAP.

Inverse

Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond

An international team of scientists looked at carbon nitrides.

The Independent UK

Revealed: House speaker did little to fight toxic ‘burn pit’ his father campaigned against

Mike Johnson’s creationist beliefs clash with environmental realities in a district where many residents hold deep concerns about pollution

The Guardian - US

How bad are humans trashing the Moon?

Some scientists argue the concept of the "Anthropocene" applies to the Moon, too

Salon

Six Feet Under: The troubled history of magicians burying themselves alive

As British illusionist Dynamo prepares to bury himself under five tonnes of dirt in the name of magic, Annabel Nugent digs deep into the dark history of similar, sometimes fatal, stunts

The Independent UK

New, stronger climate proposal released at COP28, but doesn't quite call for fossil fuel phase-out

Official provide a somewhat stronger and revamped proposal that calls for an eventual end to fossil fuel use to negotiators at the United Nations-led climate summit known as COP28

The Independent UK

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NASA's Voyager 1 probe in interstellar space can't phone home (again) due to glitch

Voyager 1 is currently unable to transmit any scientific or systems data back to Earth. The 46-year-old NASA spacecraft is capable of receiving commands, but a problem seems to have arisen with the probe's computers.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Moon, asteroids and new rockets topped the world's space news in 2023

The moon, asteroids and brand new rockets topped the world’s space news in 2023.

Space

Relive Artemis 1 Orion's fiery return from the moon in this amazing video

Just over a year ago, NASA's Artemis 1 Orion capsule returned to Earth in a blaze of glory, which the spacecraft captured on video.

Inverse

Geminid Meteors: 2023’s Most Spectacular Meteor Shower Is Upon Us

The Geminid meteors will peak this Wednesday night.

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InsideEVs

Delivery Mileage 2010 Tesla Roadster Was Tucked Away For 13 Years

This spotless Tesla Roadster with only 38 miles on the clock is for sale at Gruber Motors, which calls it the "lowest mileage 2010 Tesla Roadster on earth."

The Conversation

We rely heavily on groundwater – but pumping too much threatens thousands of underground species

Groundwater is the world’s largest unfrozen freshwater reserve. Australia’s Great Artesian Basin alone holds enough water to fill Sydney Harbour 130,000 times. Worldwide, groundwater provides drinking water for half the world’s population. Countries like Denmark and Austria rely entirely on it for drinking water.

Inverse

Scientists Uncover Possible Explanation for Bizarre ‘Atmospheric Ghosts’ Phenomenon

A new study investigates a "ghost" over the Mediterranean Sea in 2019.

Space

How 'Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora' expands the exotic alien world of the movies

The video game "Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora" presents a stunning recreation of Pandora as seen in the movies. But how does it expand on what we already know?

The Conversation

Before he was House speaker, Mike Johnson represented a creationist museum in court. Here’s what that episode reveals about his politics

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has been the subject of considerable media attention following his elevation to the post on Oct. 25, 2023. Since his appointment, news reports have highlighted the fact that he was one of the House leaders against certifying the 2020 election of Joe Biden to…

International Business Times

First Indian Astronaut To Land On Moon By 2040, Says Country's Space Agency Chairman

Chairman of India's space agency S Somanath said a crew of two to three astronauts will be part of India's maiden manned space mission.

Tech&Learning

Best Free Winter Holiday Lessons and Activities

These top free winter holiday lessons and activities are easy to access, use and enjoy for teachers and students alike.

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