NASA’s Mars helicopter just hit a major milestone
The Perseverance rover is the star of the Mars 2020 mission, but the Mars Ingenuity helicopter is one heck of an opening act. The helicopter …
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These are the best and worst states to live in
Each state in the United States has positives things going for it, but there’s no denying that some states have more to offer than others. …
If you have this beef or pork in your fridge, throw it out now
The USDA has some fairly strict rules regarding the import of various food products, including meat, and inspection is often required in order to ensure …
This gorgeous 360-degree video from NASA’s Mars lander will take your breath away
NASA successfully landed its Perseverance rover on Mars last week, and the rover is already sending back some truly stunning images and video from its …
Researchers find hints of life in 3.5 billion-year-old rocks in Australia
Understanding when and where life first took root on Earth is something that scientists have struggled with for a long time. The best evidence of …
There might be a whole bunch of Earths in our galaxy
Scientists believe there are some very basic things that are required for a planet to support life, including water and an atmosphere. We’ve yet to …
This new NASA video of the Perseverance landing is incredible
NASA’s Perseverance rover landing on Mars was a huge milestone in the mission. The rover stuck its landing perfectly, and we were quickly treated to …
This brand of cheese has been linked to the Listeria outbreak, so throw it out
A notice from the FDA and CDC last week revealed that a strain of Listeria was spreading across several US states, and health officials were …
A Boeing airliner engine exploded over Denver, and here’s the video
A Boeing 777 airliner experienced a serious engine malfunction shortly after takeoff from a Colorado airport, and it caused problems for those on board as …
New research suggests a polar flip could be catastrophic
Earth’s magnetic poles are constantly on the move, but they haven’t drifted far enough to actually flip in the modern age. Researchers know that Earth’s …
Two Florida women dressed as grandmas to get COVID vaccine early
The Covid-19 vaccine rollout in the United States has left a lot to be desired, and it hasn’t happened nearly as fast as everyone had …
These incredible rodents change color under UV light
Biofluorescence is a property that allows some animals to glow under UV light, but rarely is it seen in mammals. New research reveals that springhares, …
This might be the best Mars landing photo ever taken
NASA’s newest Mars rover, Perseverance, successfully landed on the Red Planet this week, and it’s already sent back some incredible images. The latest and greatest …
This popular cooking appliance could electrocute you, so return it now
A popular brand of smokers is being recalled due to an electrical defect that poses a potential shock hazard to consumers. Presto brand indoor electric …
Boeing’s troubled Starliner just got hit with another delay
NASA’s Commercial Crew program tapped both SpaceX and Boeing to develop crew-capable spacecraft that were safe and efficient for transporting astronauts to and from the …
These popular drinks could literally kill you
Energy drinks are an incredibly popular type of beverage that some people consume on a regular basis for performance-enhancing benefits. Unfortunately, the drinks are often …
NASA’s Perseverance rover landed on Mars – here’s what happens next
NASA’s years-long Perseverance program has just crossed a major milestone with a successful landing on the Red Planet. Perseverance landed just as NASA planned, and …
Watch live right here as NASA’s Perseverance rover lands on Mars
NASA’s Perseverance rover is about to land on Mars, and you can watch the entire thing live right here. NASA is hosting a lengthy live …
If you have this snow blower, stop using it right now
Snow blowers feature spinning metal augers that break up snow before it is pushed into the chute and thrown out of the way. One model …
Russia declassified images of its space cannon, the only gun ever fired in space
A space station launched by Russia during the Cold War included a built-in cannon, but it wasn’t revealed until after the fall of the Soviet …
NASA might not make it to the Moon by 2024 after all
NASA’s plans to return to the Moon by 2024 have been criticized and doubted since they were first announced. Now that the Trump administration is …
Tennessee dog inherits $5 million after owner passes away
A wealthy man in Tennessee left a whopping $5 million to his pet dog, a border collie named Lulu. Lulu’s former owner, Bill Dorris, set …
Stop taking this supplement right now – it’s actually the active ingredient in Viagra
An over-the-counter male enhancement supplement that was advertised as being “all-natural” is now being recalled. The pills, which were sold under the brand name Adam’s …
Here’s what killed the dinosaurs, according to Harvard scientists
It’s largely agreed upon in the scientific community that a massive impactor was what ultimately doomed the dinosaurs to extinction. Where that object came from …
Scientists think they’ve spotted another planet orbiting a nearby star
Alpha Centauri is the nearest star system to Earth, and that makes it a prime target for study as well as potential interstellar missions in …
Blue dogs found roaming in Russia
Stray dogs in one area of Russia are turning blue, and locals were stunned to see the colorful animals roaming the countryside. The animals had …
Multi-state salad dressing recall issued because of a bizarre contaminant
A salad dressing that was distributed across multiple U.S. states has now been recalled after the manufacturer realized there might be fish in it. Individuals …
NASA’s Moon-orbiting space station will begin construction thanks to SpaceX
NASA’s Lunar Gateway is a major part of the Artemis program that will eventually send astronauts to the surface of the Moon. The gateway will …
New Mars mission sends back first photo of the Red Planet
The second Mars mission arriving at Mars this month is the ‘Hope’ mission launched by the United Arab Emirates. The mission has already reached its …
If you have any of this cheese in your fridge, throw it out
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently tracking a multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes with an unknown source. Individuals that have fallen ill with …
