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Record-breaking ancient spinning galaxy challenges cosmic evolution theories

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 05:11

Astronomers have discovered the most distant and, thus, earliest strongly rotating galaxy ever seen that is well-organized rather than chaotic and messy, challenging our theories of cosmic evolution.

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Dragon’s-eye view: Astronaut captures amazing shots of Hurricane Milton from space (photos)

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 03:11

NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick snapped striking photos of the powerful Hurricane Milton through the window of a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, which is docked to the ISS.

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Can Rocket Lab come to NASA’s rescue with new Mars sample-return plan?

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 03:11

In response to NASA’s plea for help bringing the cost and complexity of its Mars sample-return program, Rocket Lab has won a contract to study a potential solution.

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Review: ‘The Wild Robot’ is a lyrical ode to planetary love and parenthood

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 02:12

A review of the new animated sci-fi feature film, “The Wild Robot.”

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The sun fires off another powerful X flare, triggering radio blackouts across the Americas (video)

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 01:11

An X2.1 solar flare erupted from the prolific sunspot AR 3842 on Monday (Oct. 7), triggering radio blackout across North and South America.

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SpaceX eyes Oct. 13 for next Starship launch, pending FAA approval

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 01:11

SpaceX is targeting as soon as Oct. 13 for the next launch of its Starship Super Heavy megarocket, but it all hinges on approval from the FAA, which says to expect the flight in “late November.”

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Prime Day telescope deal: Save 25% on the best budget model

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 00:12

The best overall budget telescope, the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ, is 25% off and the lowest price this year for Prime Day.

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US needs ‘space rescue service’ to help astronauts in distress, experts say

Submit on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 00:12

The lessons of Apollo, Skylab and the space shuttle appear to have been forgotten: The US needs a plan for how to deal with human spaceflight emergencies, experts say.

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