NASA has given the Perseverance rover a new navigation capability resembling GPS, improving its ability to determine position and move more autonomously on Mars.
The James Webb Space Telescope observed Uranus for 17 hours, revealing unusually shaped auroras shaped by the planet’s tilted and offset magnetic field.
SpaceX’s most-flown Falcon 9 booster completed its record 33rd launch, highlighting advances in rocket reusability and supporting another Starlink satellite deployment.
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NASA will roll back the Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft for additional inspections and technical work. The move supports safety and readiness ahead of the crewed lunar flyby mission
NASA’s Artemis II mission, planned as the first crewed lunar flyby in decades, may not launch in March as previously expected. Ongoing technical reviews and safety checks could push the timeline further. Officials emphasize that crew safety and system readiness remain top priorities. Artemis II will test the Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System ahead of future lunar landing missions. A revised launch date has not yet been confirmed.
A 70-million-year-old dinosaur egg discovered in South America may contain an embryo, offering rare insight into dinosaur development and how some species may have cared for their young.
Scientists simulating conditions after the Big Bang discovered the early universe behaved like a hot, nearly perfect liquid—more fluid than explosive—reshaping how we imagine cosmic beginnings.
Falcon 9’s second Starlink launch of the day set a new record with its 33rd reuse flight, underscoring SpaceX’s achievements in reusable rocketry and satellite deployment.
Scientists are exploring a high-risk mission to intercept interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS using rapid launches and gravity assists, offering rare insight into objects from beyond our solar system.
A rare fossil of Psittacosaurus reveals unique bristle-like structures and complex skin textures, challenging assumptions about dinosaur appearance and evolution.
Scientists are exploring controlled burning techniques that create fire whirls to more efficiently remove oil spills, potentially reducing environmental damage under strict conditions.
A new modeling tool from The University of Manchester embeds collision risk into early satellite design, helping balance mission goals with orbital safety.
Discover Pyrenean ski resorts like La Mongie for uncrowded slopes, classic après‑ski with €3.50 drinks, and a relaxed, old‑school mountain experience.
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Research shows Australian sea lion pups learn diving and foraging skills by observing and accompanying their mothers, highlighting the importance of maternal care for species survival.
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Cannonball concretions on Bulli rock shelf, formed 254 million years ago, reveal geological processes from the Permian era and offer a rare glimpse into deep time.
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Research shows the complex natural structure of oyster reefs boosts larval survival by creating sheltered microhabitats, guiding restoration and coastal resilience efforts.
Scientists at EPFL have developed lipid‑coated nanopore membranes that improve ion flow for osmotic “blue energy,” boosting efficiency and renewing hope for scalable salinity‑gradient power.
Researchers are developing nano-based, non-chemical fungicides to protect crops, aiming for targeted, environmentally conscious alternatives to traditional chemical sprays.
Australians are invited to submit messages marking Voyager’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on the spacecraft’s interstellar journey and humanity’s enduring urge to speak into the cosmos.
A humid and unstable airmass is forecast to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and possible flooding to Australia’s east coast, with meteorologists warning of localized intense downpours.
A cutting tool developed in Manchester aims to help manage damaged or crashed satellites in orbit, contributing to global efforts to reduce space debris and improve orbital safety.
NASA is reviewing a helium flow irregularity in the Artemis II rocket, potentially adjusting the crewed lunar mission’s launch schedule as engineers assess the system.
Scientists link unusual ground uplift in southern Poland to a hidden fault line, revealing evidence of powerful ancient earthquakes in a region long considered low risk.