This unbelievable image of Jupiter’s cloud belts makes me want to move there
Jupiter is, scientifically speaking, not great for humans. The gravitational pull is about 2.4 times that of Earth, and its atmosphere is mostly hydrogen and …
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Trump signs directive pushing NASA to send astronauts back to the moon, but there’s a catch
The US space program hasn’t sent astronauts to the moon since the early 1970s, but if Donald Trump has his way, NASA will be once …
These photos show just how badly staring at the solar eclipse will mess up your eyes
Before the solar eclipse earlier this year, scientists had one warning: Don’t stare directly at a partial eclipse, or the sun will scortch your retinas. …
Incredibly preserved dinosaur egg clutch gives scientists a rare opportunity
If you were a small-to-medium-sized creature during the ancient Jurassic or Cretaceous periods, you definitely wouldn’t have wanted the shadow of a pterosaur to appear …
A ‘Flat Earther’ is actually going to launch himself with a homemade rocket
In case you’ve been blissfully unaware, there are still a seemingly large number of people who believe that the Earth isn’t actually round. If you …
Smart mosquito trap could prevent spread of deadly diseases
Doctors hope a mosquito trap will prevent the spread of disease. The trap is smart enough to know what type of mosquito it’s trapping, and …
Massive ‘monster planet’ found orbiting puny star leaves astronomers stunned
Astronomers have been making something of a habit of discovering exoplanets as of late. Spotting the telltale signs of a planet orbiting a far-away star …
Something weird flew past Earth and scientists still don’t know what it was
When it comes to the objects floating around in our solar system, scientists have a pretty good handle on what they all are. Aside from …
Scientists built virtual human brain cells that actually work
For centuries, scientists who have dedicated their lives to studying the human brain have attempted to unlock its mysteries. The role the brain plays in …
This bear’s incredibly huge tongue isn’t Photoshopped, but it is a medical mystery
If you’ve ever bit down at the wrong moment or drank some scalding hot cocoa or soup, there’s a good chance you know what a …
Scientists crack nightmare code with new technique to control dreams
Aren’t nightmares just the worst? There you are, trying to catch a few well-deserved Zs when you’re torn from your peaceful slumber and tossed into …
Scientist proposes wild explanation for why we haven’t discovered aliens yet
We know our galaxy is huge, and that there’s an untold number of other galaxies out there in the unimaginably large universe. We also know …
NASA decides to hang out at dwarf planet Ceres just a little while longer
With its hardware already right where it needs to be, NASA has decided it wants to extend its Dawn mission, which will bring its spacecraft …
Science says there’s a very, very good reason why you’re afraid of spiders
If just the sight of a spider or snake is enough to send a shiver up your spine you already know you’re not alone, but …
NASA just discovered that Mars has a tail, and it’s incredibly unusual
Jupiter has a bunch of moons, Saturn has rings, and Earth has life (that’s pretty cool), but what about Mars? Well, as it turns out, …
Archaeologists find gates of Hell in Saudi Arabia
When researchers are searching for remnants of structures and settlements constructed by ancient peoples they typically focus on areas that are hospitable to human life. …
Scientists shocked by 75 percent decline in flying insect numbers
Bees, moths, and other flying insects can be a bit of a nuisance when you’re trying to enjoy a nice sunny day outside, but they’re …
Scientists want astronauts to live in a lava tube on the Moon
A human settlement on the Moon — or at least some kind of lunar base that astronauts can hang out in — is a romantic …
WTF is floating around Saturn?
NASA Cassini spacecraft performed its final, fateful dive into Saturn several weeks ago, destroying itself in the planet’s atmosphere and ending an incredible mission that …
Lego’s newest set celebrates the women of NASA
Most of Lego’s most popular toy sets focus firmly on fantastical worlds that have nothing to do with reality — like Star Wars, Harry Potter, …
Desert discovery: Lost temple of Ramses II uncovered by archaeologists
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered the remains of an ancient temple belonging to King Ramses II. Egypt’s Ministry of Antiquities says that the discovery was …
Asteroid that barely missed Earth this week could wreak havoc in the not-so-distant future
The asteroid that came “damn close” to slamming into the Earth this week could cause utter devastation several decades down the road, and scientists can’t …
Want to send your name to Mars? Now’s your chance!
NASA is sending a spacecraft to Mars next year that is going to look inside the Red Planet and attempt to learn things about our …
Watch a parrot troll Amazon’s Alexa and wonder how long you could put up with it
As humans, we sure do love our pets. Whether it’s a fluffy little gerbil or a dog so big it can snag a plate off …
Ocean winds could power the entire planet, but harnessing them could also kill us
Okay, I’ve got some good news and some bad news, which one do you want first? Let’s start with the good news: New research into …
Massive Martian waterbody that dwarfed the Great Lakes once dominated Mars
Scientists have known for some time that Mars once had lots and lots of water — in fact, some of it is still there — …
Ancient volcanos once gave the Moon an atmosphere, scientists say
Thanks to the fact that it never leaves Earth’s side, the Moon has been the subject of scientific curiosity and study for thousands of years, …
How and when to watch this year’s glorious Harvest Moon
2017 has been absolutely packed with interesting celestial events that gave skywatchers plenty of reasons to crane their necks and take in the sights, and …
Scientists think they know how life as we know it began, and it involves meteorites
Humanity has long wondered where we come from, or why life itself even exists in the first place. It’s the ultimate question for many, and …
Alien-hunting scientist believes we’re just 20 years from making contact with intelligent life
It’s probably safe to say that most people would be pretty interested in humanity making contact with intelligent alien life, but few of us actually …
