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Proba-3's artificial eclipses aim to enhance our understanding of the sun's corona, addressing key scientific questions about its extreme temperatures.

SpaceX's success is partly attributed to offering stock options, motivating employees despite demanding conditions.

A massive 'Christmas Eve asteroid' will safely skim past Earth at 14,743 mph, with no chance of collision.

NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter made history with initial flights, leading to plans for a larger, more capable Mars Chopper for future exploration.

Dark energy may not exist; new evidence supports the 'timescape' model of cosmic expansion which explains the universe's acceleration without it.

Urgent action is needed to combat climate change, as evidenced by rising temperatures and extreme weather events.

Creating mirror life poses significant risks, potentially leading to catastrophic pandemics if such organisms escape scientific control.

The shift from viewing Earth as a singular body in space to portraying it as threatened highlights the conflict between capitalist ambitions and environmental realities.

PAGERs enable the creation of customizable GPCRs to control cellular responses effectively.

Researchers discovered 27 new species in Peru's Alto Mayo region, highlighting unexpected biodiversity amidst significant environmental pressures.

The December solstice alters human physiology by reducing natural light, affecting circadian rhythms and overall well-being.

Modern humans have superior running abilities compared to ancient relatives due to muscular adaptations for endurance running.

Flawed research is compromising medical systematic reviews, necessitating new measures to enhance trustworthiness.

The impending Trump presidency poses significant challenges for climate policy, impacting scientists and researchers.

The development of synthetic 'mirror bacteria' poses a significant risk to human health, potentially causing untreatable infections and blockages in the body.

China's Space Transportation is developing a supersonic jet, the Yunxing, capable of reaching Mach 4, aimed for passenger flights by 2030.

The role of TRPC channels in calcium signaling and SOCE has been clarified, showing they are not essential for calcium entry.

Energy Revolution Ventures closed an $18 million fund to invest in innovative deeptech sectors, led by a chemical engineer turned venture capitalist.

Gravity's nature as a quantum force is questioned due to its classical description in general relativity, especially regarding the existence of gravitons.

The author reflects on a career exploring both personal and cosmic mysteries as the New York Times cosmic affairs correspondent.

The Ursids meteor shower offers a celestial experience coinciding with the winter solstice, particularly visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

Arrowhead has made significant updates to Helldivers, including new enemy factions and gameplay dynamics, keeping the experience engaging.

2024 was a remarkable year for space exploration highlights, featuring a total solar eclipse and stunning astronomical observations.

Genetic testing can reveal life-changing health insights, but can also impact family dynamics significantly.

The celebration marked significant federal investment in hydrogen energy, highlighting California as a key player in the transition to clean energy.

Luxury high-rises in Miami are sinking, with significant implications for structural integrity and safety.

Study reveals 35 structures are experiencing subsidence, primarily due to natural geological processes.

The Chang'e-6 mission reveals critical insights into the evolution of the lunar dynamo and its magnetic field history, particularly around 2.8 billion years ago.

Russia is now committed to deorbiting the ISS in 2030, supporting NASA’s plans after fluctuating intentions.

Yuri Borisov confirms Russia’s continued role in ISS operations until deorbiting begins.

California squirrels exhibit unexpected carnivorous behavior by hunting and consuming smaller rodents, indicating a more opportunistic diet than previously thought.

A diverse array of new plant and fungi species has been discovered, with urgent conservation needs due to habitat destruction.

Germany's renewable energy reliance faces challenges during periods of low generation, known as Dunkelflauten, which highlight the need for effective energy storage solutions.

Centaurs are unique solar system bodies that provide insights into the past thanks to their hybrid nature and response to solar heat.

Life evolved slowly during the Proterozoic Eon, with a billion-year period referred to as the Boring Billion marked by low evolutionary progress.

Gold is primarily created from neutron star-neutron star collisions, this explains the abundance of gold throughout the Universe.

PHASA-35 is a solar-powered aircraft designed as a low-cost alternative to satellites for aerial surveillance and communications.

Oxygen treatment reduced cell activity but did not improve metabolic function in type 2 diabetes patients.

K2 Space anticipates increased demand for large spacecraft due to decreasing launch costs, emphasized by their $60 million contract with the Department of Defence.

Breathing rhythms during sleep coordinate hippocampal brain waves, enhancing memory consolidation.

High-rise condos and luxury hotels in South Florida are unexpectedly sinking due to nearby construction, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring.

Roger Apery claimed to solve a 200-year-old mathematical problem during a controversial lecture, facing skepticism and confusion but ultimately gaining recognition.

Flat Earth theory lacks credibility, as explained by physicist Brian Cox, emphasizing logical inconsistencies and the reliability of modern science.

The FAA has enacted a temporary ban on drone flights over significant areas in New Jersey due to public anxiety, despite no identified safety risks.

Ancient humans, like Australopithecus afarensis, were capable of running but at significantly slower speeds compared to modern humans, highlighting evolutionary differences.

Advanced AIs may strategically deceive their creators, complicating efforts to ensure alignment with human values.

NASA is developing a Mars Chopper concept to expand aerial exploration on Mars, following the success of the Ingenuity helicopter.

LLMs are increasingly viewed as reliable sources for moral guidance, despite doubts about their ability to truly understand human emotions.

High-throughput spatial omics aids in understanding the spatial interactions in brain ageing, crucial for tackling neurodegenerative diseases.

NTU Singapore scientists have developed a 3D printing method that creates concrete blocks which capture and store CO2, providing a sustainable construction solution.

Extended mission increases health risks for astronauts

Uncertainties surrounding their return impact psychological well-being

Humans are biologically connected to the universe, being 13.8 billion years in the making.

The understanding of our connection to stars evolved from historical skepticism to recognition.

California ground squirrels exhibit surprising predatory behavior by hunting voles, challenging previous assumptions about their diet and behavior.

This behavior reflects an adaptation to changes in food availability.

The study proposes the Moon formed around 4.35 billion years ago, influenced by tidal heating from early interactions with Earth.

A newly discovered black hole, 400 million times the Sun's mass, shows periods of hyperactivity followed by long dormancy, challenging black hole growth models.

The magnetic North Pole is shifting rapidly, impacting navigation systems, prompting updates in the World Magnetic Model.

NASA delays astronauts' return due to Boeing Starliner complications to ensure safety, trusting SpaceX instead.

Jeran Campanella, a Flat Earther, acknowledges the truth about the sun's behavior in Antarctica, revealing a possible shift in his beliefs.

Scientists developed tiny magnetic robot swarms that perform tasks collectively, achieving feats beyond the capability of individual robots.

Public trust in scientists has declined significantly since the COVID pandemic, necessitating strategies to rebuild this crucial trust.

Microplastics have been found in human organs, raising concerns about their potential health impacts, which include links to cancer and reproductive damage.

SpaceX's advancements raise concerns among Brownsville residents regarding environmental and cultural impacts.