Science
How plastic welds retain a molecular 'memory' of their former surfaces to strengthen pipe joints
Welding plastic is a critically important part of everyday engineering—especially for preventing leaks in underground water and gas pipes. For decades, engineers have understood t…
A never-before-seen picture of eagle migrations
In 1899, scientists began tracking avian migration by placing a small ring with an identifier around birds' ankles. Researchers then had to recapture the birds elsewhere, leaving …
Artemis II astronauts receive nation's highest space honor for their successful moonshot
Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen received the Congressional Space Medal of HonorThe Artemis II astronauts who flew around the moon in April received t…
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 225 — Get a Grip!
On Episode 225 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by Adam Kall of KMI to discuss their work on the ISS may provide answers for orbital debris mitigation.
Missed the August lunar eclipse? Here’s when the next one happens
When will Earth's shadow cover the moon next following the August 2026 partial lunar eclipse?
When is the next lunar eclipse?
When will Earth's shadow cover the moon next following the August 2026 partial lunar eclipse?
On this day in space! Aug. 29, 1965: NASA's Gemini 5 breaks spaceflight duration record after 2 astronauts spent '8 days in a garbage can'
On Aug. 29, 1965, two NASA astronauts returned to Earth after spending eight days in space on the record-setting Gemini 5 mission, setting the stage for longer trips to the moon.
SpaceX test-fires Starship Super Heavy booster ahead of critical Flight 14
SpaceX fired up all 33 engines of its Super Heavy booster to gear up for the next Starship test flight, which will mark the first time the vehicle goes orbital.
Meeting Nancy Grace Roman: What was the 'mother of Hubble' really like?
Nearly a decade ago, I found myself laughing alongside Nancy Grace Roman: one of the most iconic women in astronomy.
Nasa space telescope set to launch after surviving Trump budget cuts
Searching for exoplanets and clues on planet formation, the Roman telescope will lift off Sunday morning in FloridaA $4.3bn space telescope that Donald Trump tried to kill is set …
Who was Nancy Grace Roman? NASA's next big space telescope is named after the 'Mother of Hubble'
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is about to launch on an incredible adventure to help scientists explore the great mysteries of the universe. But who was Nancy Grace Roman?
The Grid Has Eyes
Wired for Profit: Fifth in a series about Alabama Power’s influence over electric rates, renewable energy, pollution and politics in the Yellowhammer State. BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Darre…
Super PAC Targeting Conservatives Against Clean Energy Touts Fifth Republican Primary Win
Both President Donald Trump and a clean energy super PAC that backed Darline Graham, sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, are celebrating her victory over Rep. Ralph Norman in …
California Dairy Farm’s New Biogas Project Makes History and Raises Eyebrows
KERMAN, Calif.—One hundred degrees on a steamy Thursday afternoon and not much can be seen along the dust-blown avenue in Kerman. A school bus cruises by. Cows lap up water or fee…
While Renewables Languish, Pennsylvania Pays Millions to Coal Waste Companies
WINDBER, Pa.—Standing on the rocky banks of Paint Creek in western Pennsylvania, Jim Panaro pointed out the colors of contamination. The orange staining the boulders is from iron,…
Rethinking bluegreen aphid control as insecticide resistance spreads
When an insecticide application fails to control bluegreen aphid, application conditions may not be the only cause. Research has identified resistant populations across southern A…
The discovery of the Great Barrier Reef's whale maternity ward
It started with a simple message: "This is the year to do something small for something huge." Now, 17 years later, the Whitsundays region has some of the best protection in the w…
What time will SpaceX launch NASA's Roman Space Telscope on Aug. 30? (Full mission timeline)
SpaceX will launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA's next great observatory, atop a Falcon Heavy rocket on Aug. 30. Here's what time it flies.
NASA’s Artemis II Crew Receives Congressional Space Medal of Honor
From left to right: NASA astronauts Victor Glover and Christina Koch, CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, and NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman receive the Congressiona…
Earlier swathing opens a new pathway for subterranean clover seed harvest
Subterranean clover's ability to bury its seed supports pasture persistence but makes commercial seed harvesting difficult. The industry relies on aging Horwood-Bagshaw (HB) sucti…
Flood-Ravaged Nepal on Alert as Scientists Warn of Additional Risk
Residents and rescue workers in flood-ravaged valleys of Nepal faced the threat of a new wave of inundation Friday, as scientists warned that debris had blocked rivers upstream, f…
NASA Awards First Prize in Phase 2 of Agency’s LunaRecycle Challenge
NASA named a team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as the first prize winner for Phase 2 of the agency’s LunaRecycle Challenge, which focused on developing sol…
Diverse portfolio of protected areas key to Mexican conservation efforts
In 2020, Mexico joined 150 nations committing to protect 30% of its territory by 2030 as part of the global 30x30 initiative. More than halfway through the decade, there is ongoin…
Our choice as one of the best budget telescopes now has 17% off — this telescope deal is worth grabbing fast
Our expert tester rated the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ telescope with an impressive review and it's now at one of its lowest prices this year in this limited-time Amazo…