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Beyond Horizon: Science and competitiveness brief
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Could alien organisms survive in temperatures that would kill humans instantly? Science is revealing how far life can adapt
Earth already contains organisms that survive conditions humans could never endure. Alien life, if it exists, may force scientists to stretch the boundaries of habitability even further.
In brief: Amy Poehler stars in 'Dig' official trailer and more
The official trailer for Dig has been unearthed. Amy Poehler co-created and stars in the show that also features Hugh Laurie, Geraldine Viswanathan, Antonia Thomas and Fina Strazza as parts of its main cast. The 10-episode season of the new comedy premieres on Peacock on Nov. 23 ...Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir has released its worldwide season 7 rollout strategy. The show is set to debut in the U.S. and Latin America on Disney Channel on Nov. 20. It will be available to stream on Disney+ the next day. The animated children's TV series is incredibly popular, having ranked fourth among all TV series globally — not just children's programming — in Parrot Analytics data covering the days between June 21 to Sept. 18 ... TNCMS.AdManager.render({region: 'fixed-big-ad-top-asset', slot: 1, fold: "above"}); Billy Crystal is sticking around on Broadway a bit longer. His new solo play 860 has been extended six weeks due to popular demand. It will remain playing at the Imperial Theatre until Feb. 14, 2027. The show finds Crystal recounting the aftermath of the Palisades fire that destroyed his home and uses that incident to reflect on his life ...Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. Thank you for reading kmaland.comAt KMA, we attempt to be accurate in our reporting. If you see a typo or mistake in a story, please contact us by emailing kmaradio@kmaland.com.
Scientists Identified 9 Ways of Measuring Earth’s Habitability. We’re Already Failing at 7 of Them.
These ecological pillars, which form the foundation of our planet’s habitability for all life, including humans, have never been in rougher shape.
Scientists Identified 9 Ways of Measuring Earth’s Habitability. We’re Already Failing at 7 of Them.
These ecological pillars, which form the foundation of our planet’s habitability for all life, including humans, have never been in rougher shape.
Scientists discover a hidden 100-million-year-old volcanic system
Scientists have uncovered a long-lost volcanic system in Iran that dates back roughly 100 million years, revealing a hidden chapter in Earth's tectonic history. The discovery sheds new light on the disappearance of an ancient ocean and the powerful geological forces that reshaped the Middle East.
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Image 5 of 16 from gallery of Unearthing the Ground: Architecture and the Politics of Water. The Three Gorges Dam. Image via Wikipedia under CC BY 2.0
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Could aliens have visited Earth before humans developed civilization? Some scientific clues keep the question alive
Earth’s deep past leaves plenty of unanswered questions. None currently proves an alien visit, but scientists know the geological record does not preserve everything.
Comets probably didn’t deliver life’s building blocks to Earth
Most comets would have hit Earth with too much speed and at too sharp an angle for life-giving molecules to survive impact, a new study suggests.
California Science Center, JPL Team Up for New Space Gallery
The California Science Center and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced Tuesday a partnership bringing JPL spacecraft, interactive exhibits and research to the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, which opens Nov. 13. The JPL experience will be part of the center’s Kent Kresa Space Gallery. Visitors can explore how robotic missions study Earth, the […]
Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware threatens most servers on planet Earth
Critical flaw in EDK2 allows attackers to execute code early in the boot process.
Spacewalk Preps, Robotics Jobs, and Science Duties Fill Tuesday Schedule
Spacewalking tools and a pair of robotics jobs topped Tuesday’s schedule aboard the International Space Station. The Expedition 75 crew members also kept up their scientific duties configuring botany research hardware and setting up advanced Earth observation gear.
Scientists Studied 23,000-Year-Old Human Footprints—and Reconstructed a Lost World Around Them
The footprints in what is now White Sands National Park were left when Earth’s environment was remarkably different, scientists learned.
A toothy summer in Charleston: My internship studying barium in bottlenose dolphin teeth to determine freshwater exposure
Hi everyone! My name is Hannah Baker and I’m a 2025 Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship student studying Earth and Environmental Sciences with a minor in Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering at the University of Michigan. For my summer internship, I worked at the National Coastal Centers for Ocean Science (NCCOS) Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina, stud
Could Earth’s earliest history have been completely erased? The evidence may be missing for a reason
Most of Earth’s earliest physical record is missing according to current geological evidence. The surviving fragments reveal just enough to show how much of that first chapter remains uncertain.
NASA and USDA sign agreement to expand Earth science and agriculture collaboration
NASA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand cooperation in Earth observation, geospatial analytics, and advanced data technologies, as part of USDA’s data modernisation plan for U.S. agriculture.
NASA's Swift observatory ends 22-year mission to study the most powerful explosions since the Big Bang
NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory has officially ended its mission after more than 20 years, as it approaches a fiery reentry through Earth's atmosphere.
NEO Surveyor’s Sunshade Gets Inspected
The large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor is mounted on an assembly ring during inspections in a clean room at BAE Systems Space &
Solar Cells Inspected on NASA’s NEO Surveyor
The large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission is inspected by a technician at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems in Boulder,
'Star Trek' actor Walter Koenig dies at 90
Walter Koenig as Pavel Chekov in the ‘Star Trek’ original series episode "Assignment: Earth" originally aired March 29, 1968. (CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images)
NASA SEES Interns Tackle Real-World Challenges in Lunar Exploration
The NASA STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Internship Program at the University of Texas Center for
American steel mills come with a health warning
Steel mills have had a major toll on the communities of Northwest Indiana, writes Mighty Earth’s Matthew Groch in Steel Times International.
After the Earthquakes, Venezuela Faces a Longer Health Emergency
Four months after two powerful earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, aid workers say the country is confronting a deepening health crisis. Chronic illness, disrupted medical care, and psycholo…
Earth’s first fully-marine amphibian stalked the seafloor with a chunky, bony body
‘Gerrothorax maritimus’ lived about 237 million years ago, when parts of China were covered by an ocean.
NASA, USDA Sign Agreement Advancing Earth Science, Agriculture
NASA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding expanding cooperation in Earth observation, geospatial analytics,
We May Be Living Through a Sixth Mass Extinction—but Scientists Think Some of the First Five Never Happened
New AI-powered research questions whether a majority of Earth’s mass extinctions were as abrupt as previously believed.
Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws critcism
Company imitates reflection of sun from mirrors, prompting pushback from some scientists, environmentalists and California locals
Student-backed movement leads to political shakeup in Serbia
There's a political earthquake in Serbia as student-backed movement wins parliamentary election, ending more than a decade of dominance by a Moscow-backed populist leader.
Political earthquake in Serbia: The end of the Vucic Era
This is not simply a change of government. It is the collapse of a political order that has defined Serbia since 2012.
The Politics of Heaven ~ The Imaginative Conservative
The key to understanding Thomas More’s generous dedication to the real but limited good he could do on earth is, as Frank Mitjans makes clear, that More’s constant contemplation of God was the source of his boundless care for the souls surrounding him. Thomas More’s Vocation, by Frank Mitjans
Polish team unearths ancient human remains and mystery giraffe skull in Tanzania
The discoveries could shed new light on how prehistoric communities lived, migrated and treated their dead.
DAVE RAMSEY: Will the dream (car) become reality?
This week’s installment of down-to-earth personal finance advice from Dave Ramsey and the Dave Says column.
NASA’s Swift Mission Ends, Leaves Behind Scientific Bonanza
NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory has ended its science mission now that the spacecraft is orbiting less than 171 miles (275 kilometers) above Earth’s
The Ringer’s Kirk Goldsberry leading Texas athletics’ new AI initiative
Earlier this month, Washington State Athletics received widespread backlash after announcing its partnership with FanWord, an AI-powered storytelling platform. That did not deter the University of Texas. On Friday, Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte announced the launch of Bevo Lab, an AI data analytics platform. “I’m fired up. I’m excited. This is earth-shattering,” Del…
Exposome Signature: A multi‑system view of human adaptation to spaceflight
Spaceflight is extremely challenging for both body and mind. Astronauts experience a combination of stressors – microgravity, radiation, confinement, isolation, circadian disruption and environmental changes – that can trigger physiological responses resembling those seen on Earth in chronic diseases and accelerated aging. One characteristic effect is low‑grade inflammation (LGI), a subtle and persistent activation of the immune system.
Three Of The Earth’s Five Mass Extinctions May Not Have Been What We Thought
While more gradual processes may reduce how dramatic these events look in hindsight, it also makes human-induced extinction stick out more severely.
Scientists Discover a Hidden Oxygen Source Deep Inside Earth That Could Rewrite Our Planet’s History
Ancient eruptions may have helped shape the air we breathe, with laboratory experiments revealing magma’s unexpected ability to store extra oxygen. Molten rock deep inside Earth can take up an extra supply of oxygen under pressure, according to a new study. That finding raises the possibility that rising magma could release oxygen on its way
Mole Rats Get Stressed When Earth's Magnetic Field Vanishes, Study Suggests
The dark side of magnetic attraction.
One of Earth’s most powerful supervolcanoes is refilling with fresh magma
Deep beneath Japan’s Kikai caldera, a massive magma reservoir is refilling 7,300 years after one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in Earth's recent geological history. Scientists used underwater seismic surveys to reveal a vast store of magma that appears to have accumulated since the ancient catastrophe. The discovery could help explain how supervolcanoes like Yellowstone and Toba rebuild their magma supplies.
L’Oréal Names 2026 For Women in Science Award Winners
Dr. Clarissa Do Ó of Caltech receives a 2026 L’Oréal For Women in Science award for her research into detecting Earth-like exoplanets.
World's first round-trip mission to Mars has launched — why it could be a 'transformative leap' for science
The Martian Moons Exploration (MMX) mission, which launched from Japan on Oct. 19, is on its way to Mars. When it arrives, the probe will attempt to land on one of the Red Planet's twin moons and scoop up rocks to bring back to Earth. Experts tell Live Science what these "transformative" samples could teach us.
Indigenous tourism awards recognize professionals, artisans and emerging leaders
The American Indigenous Tourism Association honored tourism professionals, entrepreneurs and artisans at its 2026 Excellence in Indigenous Tourism Awards, presented Oct. 21 in Tulalip, Wash. Gary Snow (Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation), Earth Lodge Village supervisor for MHA Nation Tourism, received the Industry Professional of the Year award. His work includes partnerships with state and […]
Interview: Earthquakes: Natural, Man-Made, and Everything Between with John Shaw
Harvard geophysicist John Shaw on earthquake science, survival, and how humans trigger quakes.
Scientists Dug Into a Weird Patch on The Seafloor. They Unearthed a Watery Grave
There were bones and teeth.
Scientists Dug Into a Weird Patch on The Seafloor. They Unearthed a Watery Grave
There were bones and teeth.
Climate change is literally altering the shape of our planet
The melting of the poles is increasingly shifting Earth's shape at a faster rate, with the planet becoming more and more round.
Tracking tsunamis triggered by extreme weather
As much of Western Europe faced record-breaking temperatures and extended drought this summer, Croatia experienced another weather event that could also set a worrisome precedent.Over the course of two weeks, a series of meteorological tsunamis (meteotsunamis) struck Croatia’s Adriatic coast, alarming both residents and tourists. Social media posts showed flooded seaside promenades and people walking through knee-deep water. Fortunately, no deaths or major damage were reported.In a world where natural disasters seem to be increasing, meteotsunamis — tsunamis caused by rapid weather changes – rarely make headline news. But warming sea temperatures and changing atmospheric conditions may help explain why these phenomena could become more common, especially in shallower seas and inland lakes with wide coastal shelves.“We have definitely become more aware of them, and there have been a lot more reports of these events in the last 10 years,” says Jadranka Šepić, an associate professor of environmental physics at the University of Split whose research focuses on efforts to track meteotsunamis in real time. She is also one of Croatia’s ambassadors for Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded programme aimed at making research more accessible to the public.Šepić sees two possible reasons for the apparent increase in meteotsunamis. One is that photos and videos shared on social media are providing more empirical evidence, while rising air and sea temperatures could also play a role. The geophysicist “cannot say with certainty” that warming is a contributing factor because research is still ongoing. “But I can say that previously in Croatia we might have had one exceptionally strong event every 10 or 15 years, and one strong event every five years, and within 15 days this summer we had five strong events,” Šepić notes. “This is not typical.”‘A fist against the sea surface’Unlike tsunamis that are triggered by underwater earthquakes or volcanoes, meteotsunamis are caused by sudden changes in atmospheric pressure combined with other rapidly developing weather events, such as thunderstorms. The effect “is like pushing a fist against the sea surface,” Šepić explains. The resulting oscillation intensifies as it reaches shallower water, and “can be far more destructive than a wind-driven wave because meteotsunamis are accompanied by very strong currents than can penetrate much deeper inland.” The meteotsunami, she continues, “then behaves the same as a tsunami — they slow down and grow as the sea shallows, and then grow further in places like harbours due to further shallowing and narrowing. When they come ashore, they can be very destructive — taking everything with them out to sea and then taking it back.”Croatian research institutions have tracked such sea oscillations since the 1930s because the relatively shallow Adriatic Sea is prone to meteotsunamis. The strongest recorded so far was in June 1978, according to the Adriatic Meteotsunami Catalogue, which is supported by the European Research Council (ERC), Croatian Science Foundation and the country’s leading research institutions. During that event, six-metre-high waves flooded the coastal town of Vela Luka on Korčula Island, causing major damage.Other meteotsunami “hotspots” in Europe include the Mediterranean Sea as well the Atlantic coastal shelves off France, Portugal and Spain. In June 2006, a meteotsunami with five-metre-high waves swept through the harbour of Ciutadella in Spain’s Balearic Islands, causing widespread damage to boats. Several less powerful events were reported in the Balearics and off the coast of Spain this summer, leading to some beach closures.Forecasting is challenging because of how quickly meteotsunamis can develop and their uncertain trajectory. Šepić is involved in two ERC-funded research projects — SHExtreme and MeD-Track — aimed in part at strengthening monitoring and real-time data collection. Access to accurate and immediate information is essential for early-warning systems.Early exposure to meteotsunamisŠepić first learned about meteotsunamis from her parents while growing up in Croatia. She later had the opportunity to investigate these events during her master and doctoral studies in geophysics at the University of Zagreb. The geophysicist has also conducted research at the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in Split, the University of the Balearic Islands in Palma de Mallorca and the Institute of Ocean Science in the Canadian province of British Columbia.Projects like SCTT are important to raise awareness about research and inspiring young people to pursue studies and careers in science, notes Šepić. She credits her colleagues at the University of Split and the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries for their community outreach and engagement in the European project, which includes partner universities and institutions in Brest (France) and Kiel (Germany). As an example of town-gown collaboration, Šepić highlights her own university’s ‘Oceanographers on the Island’ programme. This initiative offers workshops and hands-on learning for children living on numerous Croatian islands.“It is a great privilege for Split to be involved in a project like Science Comes to Town, which is the first of its kind in the European Union," Šepić says. As for encouraging new generations of scientists, “This is a great effort, and I hope that we will see an effect in a few years.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
How will World Series ratings fare for Rays-Brewers?
After riding high on the Los Angeles Dodgers for two consecutive World Series, Major League Baseball will likely fall down to earth a bit this season. The Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers will start their best-of-seven series on Friday in what could be MLB’s last hurrah for quite some time as the league and…
Can scientists forecast earthquakes? A 2026 study offers clues
A decade-long California experiment tested earthquake forecasting models against nearly 600 earthquakes. Here's what it found.
Earth’s Core Has Been Quietly Leaking Water for Billions of Years
A new study offers an explanation for unusual chemical signatures found in some volcanic rocks.
What can minerals tell us about Earth’s past? This geologist is finding out
Smithsonian geologist Gabriela Farfan studies corals, gemstones and other minerals for clues to changing oceans and environments.
Rare solar radiation storm gives scientists clearest picture yet of flight risks
The most comprehensive data set ever collected from Earth's atmosphere during a solar radiation event has highlighted the importance of better-coordinated radiation monitoring for aviation safety, according ...
Scientists Just Discovered That Earth’s Core Is Leaking, and It Has Been for Billions of Years
A new study suggests ancient hydrogen trapped deep inside Earth has been slowly escaping into the mantle for billions of years.
A massive asteroid slammed into the North Sea and unleashed a 330-foot tsunami
A decades-long mystery beneath the North Sea has finally been solved. Scientists have confirmed that the Silverpit Crater, buried 700 meters below the seabed, was created when a 160-meter-wide asteroid struck Earth roughly 43 to 46 million years ago. The violent collision blasted a towering curtain of rock and water 1.5 kilometers into the air and triggered a tsunami more than 100 meters high.
Devastating 2025 Myanmar earthquake sheds light on how the 'Big One' could play out in California
The fault that triggered a massive earthquake in Myanmar last year is tilted much like California's San Andreas, which can influence how much shaking takes place and where.
Going with the Flow - College of Arts and Sciences
Scott Gifford studies the microscopic organisms that shape water quality, ecosystems, and Earth’s climate.
The Secret to Life on Earth Was What Made It Stop Being a Poisonous Ice Ball
Ancient South African rocks expose the chain reaction behind life’s first real growth spurt.
Rare-earth processing facility to be built at Eastman Business Park
Phoenix Tailings' operation would cull the material from mine waste and other industrial sources in an industrial warehouse complex in Greece.
New comet accidentally discovered by space telescope
The ‘happy coincidence’ is currently more than 807 million miles from Earth.
'Office Space' star Richard Riehle dies at 78
Actor Richard Riehle arrives at the premiere of New Line Cinema's 'A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas' at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on November 2, 2011 in Hollywood, California. (Jason Merritt/Getty Images)Richard Riehle, known for his role in the 1999 film Office Space, has died. He was 78.A statement shared by Artists & Representatives and Wright Entertainment, Inc. announced Riehle's passing on Monday, writing, "Our industry has lost an exceptional talent, and our community has lost a truly wonderful man.""We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of our beloved client, Richard Riehle, this past weekend," the statement said. "A remarkable actor whose career in theater, film, and television spanned nearly five decades and more than 400 projects, Richard leaves behind an extraordinary legacy."The statement continued, "Beyond his immense talent, he will be remembered for his genuine goodness, boundless kindness, and unwavering generosity, particularly toward emerging actors and filmmakers, whom he encouraged and supported at every opportunity."Born on May 12, 1948, Riehle starred in many television series and films over the years.Notable projects include Casino, The Man from Earth and Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo.He got his start as an actor at the University of Notre Dame, where he was involved in the University Theatre and starred in several stage productions. He went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in acting and directing from the University of Minnesota.While he's played characters that have an "average Joe" presence, he always made the most of his brief screen time.Some roles that he is remembered for include The Quartermaster in Glory, the train guard in The Fugitive, Reverend Scroggins in Fried Green Tomatoes and Bill Cozbi in Bridesmaids.On television, he starred as Principal Ed Rooney in the 1990 series Ferris Bueller and as grandfather Walt Finnerty in the early 2000s sitcom, Grounded For Life.In 2023, he also played Warden Reynolds in Barry.Riehle is survived by his wife, Jane Latham, and their four children.Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
'We used to go to the climate conferences together. We are not anymore': ESA official Simonetta Cheli tells us how the political landscape for Earth observation is changing
Live Science sat down with the European Space Agency's Simonetta Cheli to discuss the importance of Earth observation, how NASA budget cuts have changed the picture, and how the proliferation of private satellites could hinder our ability to view the planet.
'It makes me feel that we can do a lot about it': ESA official shares striking satellite snap of Europe's record-breaking summer heat waves
The head of ESA's Earth observation program tells Live Science why a striking image of a recent heat wave scorching Southern Europe gives her hope that we can properly monitor — and eventually prevent — similar extreme weather events in the future.
'We recreate the Big Bang here on Earth' – scientists know what happened during the first few seconds of the Universe | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
What happened after the Big Bang? How much do scientists know about the formation of the first stars and galaxies during those first seconds?
See pieces of Halley's Comet fall to Earth this week as the Orionid meteor shower peaks
The Orionid meteor shower peaks overnight on Oct. 21-22. Here's how to see "shooting stars" from Halley's Comet.
The rapidly growing business of solar grazing
Solar grazing offers developers a cost-effective solution to land stewardship and vegetation management, with many other tangible benefits as a bonus.
The Human Fingerprint on Earth’s Water Cycle
Human activities have become intertwined with how water is distributed across the continents. A new study brings their effects into sharper focus.
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory open house returns with record turnout as it navigates rocky funding future
Columbia’s Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory held its annual open house on Saturday, opening its doors in Palisades, New York, to more than 2,500 visitors for a day of lab tours, lectures, and hands-on science exhibits amid an uncertain time for science funding.
Who speaks for Mars? Scientists call for ethical debate before terraforming begins
Transforming Mars into a more Earth-like world could irreversibly destroy scientific evidence about the planet's history and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. In an opinion article published in ...
Mines Museum of Earth Science event makes science spooky
Not many Halloween events send trick-or-treaters home with geodes, but the Mines Museum of Earth Science’s annual Spooktacular is one of them.
Mines Museum of Earth Science event makes science spooky
Not many Halloween events send trick-or-treaters home with geodes, but the Mines Museum of Earth Science’s annual Spooktacular is one of them.
11th-century 'pizza peel' discovered in Russia doubled as a medieval game board
Archaeologists in Russia unearthed a flat wooden "pizza paddle" that had a board game carved into it.
Roman child’s grave contains coin to pay afterlife entry fee
The 1,750-year-old remains were unearthed under a construction site in Bulgaria.
Scientists Thought a Comet Triggered an Ancient Ice Age. Then, the Study Was Retracted
Comet fragments may have sparked Earth’s mysterious 1,400-year cold spell.
Earthshot and the science of positive tipping points: how environmental progress can become unstoppable
By Dr Steven R. Smith and Professor Tim Lenton It must be tough being a judge on the world’s most prestigious environmental prize: imagine having to choose between an ingenious machine that removes microplastics from
Kentucky Geological Survey to host annual earth science open house
The Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS) at the University of Kentucky will host its 26th annual open house 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, in and around the Mining and Mineral Resources Building on the UK campus, 310 Columbia Ave.
Weigeltisaurids: Earth’s first gliding vertebrates
260 million years ago, weigeltisaurids were the first vertebrates to glide through the air, their flight system unlike anything alive today.
Starwatch: Catch the Orionid meteor shower streak across the night sky
As Earth passes through dust left by Halley’s comet, observers may see 10-20 fragments per hour
Scientists Simulated the Universe – And Discovered the Milky Way May Be One of the Best Places for Life
Galaxy simulations suggest the Milky Way offers some of the universe’s best conditions for life, while smaller, more crowded galaxies remain less forgiving. Earth seems like a troubled place right now, but at least our cosmic surroundings appear peaceful. But this is not universally true, as explosions, collisions, and other dangers lurk in other places
Daredevil Jumped 25,000 Feet Without a Parachute. Now He Wants to Leap from Space: ‘That’s the Dream, the Drop-the-Mic Thing’
“Impossible is just an opinion,” said Luke Aikins, who hopes to jump from a rocket 330,000 feet above Earth
Scientists Find Evidence That Earth's Core Is Still Leaking Hydrogen, Helium and Tungsten
When Earth first formed, around 4.5 billion years ago, it was an extremely hot, largely molten planet. As it cooled, heavier materials sank to form the core, while lighter materials formed the mantle and crust.
Earth's Core Is Leaking All Sorts of Materials That Have Been Trapped Since Our Planet's Birth
Earth is belching up the materials of the Solar System's birth.
GBIF at 25: The Open Data Machine Behind Global Biodiversity Science
Twenty-five years ago, a handful of governments bet that the fastest route to saving life on Earth ran through something unglamorous: standardized, freely shared data about where species live. That bet became the Global Biodiversity Information Facility, or GBIF, an
What’s on the Sun’s hidden side? Scientists uncover new clues
A new study reveals how scientists can identify previously unseen solar activity and build more accurate models of the Sun's magnetic field.
SpaceX Dragon Delivers Groundbreaking Science and Solar Arrays to ISS
SpaceX has delivered tiny brain models, 3D heart tissue, and artificial retina technology to the space station in a mission that could open new doors for medical research on Earth. SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft successfully arrived at the International Space Station on October 15, docking at 10:27 a.m. EDT with the space-facing port of the station’s
Has there ever been a mountain taller than Everest?
Mount Everest may be the king of the planet today, but has Earth ever thrust a larger mountain from its surface?
Music Review: Remi Wolf emerges, dirty but renewed, on 'Mud'
Remi Wolf, the singer-songwriter known for her funk and soul-inspired choruses and danceable beats, comes down to earth on “Mud,” her third album. Wolf settles into new territory on the
The Leap Second Has Been Canceled
Earth’s rotation subtly changes the length of the day. Now our clocks won’t change with it — at least not for a very long time.
Can science prove that flat Earth theory is wrong? Here’s the evidence
Flat Earth theory can be tested without relying on space photographs or one institution. Several independent observations make the result difficult to escape.
Targum Spotlight: Geology Club brings together Earth science enthusiasts
The Rutgers Geology Club helps students from a variety of academic backgrounds connect through their shared interest in geology, the study of the Earth's history, composition and natural processes.
Google updates Android earthquake alerts with more info, expands to 200+ regions
Google has updated Android's earthquake alerts system with more information while also expanding support to new regions.
Earth system scientist Henri Drake honored as 2026 Packard fellow
Funds will be used to pursue new methods for studying global sea level rise
'We're not a competitor to fusion. We are fusion': Inside the race to harness unlimited solar power in space
Space-based solar power has the potential to meet Earth's energy needs many times over. Will it see the light of day?
AMS Science Preview: Santa Ana Fire Winds; Chatbots on Climate
Research in AMS journals discusses a new classification for dangerous Santa Ana winds, driver responses to snow squall warnings, the rainiest possible Earth conditions, forecasting extreme waves…
Trump says people who leak military plans ‘should be shot’
Trump attacked those leaking material to the media, calling them the "scum of the earth" during a rally in Bullhead City, Arizona.