Antarctica has recorded its fastest glacier collapse, with ice breaking apart in days. Scientists say warming oceans and surface melting likely accelerated the rapid disintegration
SpaceX’s Dragon cargo capsule undocked from the ISS after completing a historic orbital reboost maneuver, adding new flexibility to station operations before heading for splashdown.
The U.S. Space Force has paused national security launches on the Vulcan rocket pending further review, emphasizing mission assurance and technical evaluation.
San Diego skies will host a rare planetary parade followed by a total lunar eclipse, both visible to the naked eye under clear conditions.
NASA teams have begun repairs for the Artemis II mission inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, preparing the crewed lunar flight for its next stage of readiness.
The tree bumblebee, one of the first species to emerge in spring, awakens hungry from winter dormancy, seeking early blossoms to fuel new colonies.
A young gray seal pup wandered onto a Jersey Shore street, prompting a temporary road closure before marine rescue teams safely transported it for evaluation.
DNA reveals that ancient humans and Neanderthals interbred, with evidence suggesting a recurring pattern of male Neanderthals mating with female modern humans, leaving traces in our genomes.
DNA evidence shows that ancient interbreeding between Neanderthals and modern humans was predominantly between male Neanderthals and female Homo sapiens, shaping genetic legacies.
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory sent 800,000 alerts in one night — a milestone in real-time sky monitoring that marks a new era of dynamic astronomical discovery and collaboration.
A total lunar eclipse on March 2–3, 2026, will turn the Moon a reddish hue across North America. The event is safe to view with the naked eye and will be best seen before dawn in western regions.
NASA announced leadership changes within its human spaceflight division following criticism linked to Boeing’s Starliner program, emphasizing safety and strengthened oversight.
NASA has appointed acting leaders to two key human spaceflight roles, ensuring continuity in astronaut missions and exploration planning during a leadership transition.
NASA has appointed a new manager for its Commercial Crew Program, overseeing partnerships with SpaceX and Boeing to sustain astronaut missions to the ISS.
ALMA has produced the largest-ever high-resolution image of the Milky Way’s core, revealing intricate gas structures and offering new insight into star formation and galactic dynamics.
Astrochemistry in the Milky Way’s Central Molecular Zone reveals complex molecules forming under extreme conditions, offering insight into star formation and galactic evolution.
A newly released high-resolution image of the Milky Way reveals intricate structures, star-forming regions, and hidden details, offering fresh insight into our galaxy’s evolution.
UCLA researchers have discovered that phosphines can exhibit “metal-like” reactivity when activated by light, enabling the formation of valuable carbon–nitrogen bonds without traditional metal catalysts. The finding could expand sustainable synthetic strategies in chemistry.
New research suggests sex‑biased interbreeding — mainly between Neanderthal males and human females — helps explain the reduced presence of Neanderthal DNA on the human X chromosome.
The U.S. Space Force has paused Vulcan Centaur’s use for National Security Space Launch missions following a solid rocket booster anomaly. An investigation is underway as ULA reviews data and recovery findings before launches resume.
Vulcan rocket booster anomalies have led the U.S. Space Force to pause national security launches, underscoring challenges in deploying replacement GPS satellites amid rising interference concerns.
The U.S. Space Force has temporarily halted Vulcan Centaur national security launches to investigate a recurring solid rocket booster anomaly, prioritizing reliability and safety
The U.S. Space Force has paused national security launches on ULA’s Vulcan rocket after a repeat solid rocket booster anomaly, pending investigation and corrective action.
Recent studies suggest that ancient mating interactions were more common between human females and Neanderthal males. This sheds new light on the dynamics of early human relationships and their implications for genetic heritage.