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9d ago
Space
NASA to Launch Lunar Lander for Science Payloads
NASA will launch the latest mission to the moon with the aim of delivering science payloads to the surface of the moon.
9d ago
Space
Where to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse in April 2024
Plan your trip to see the total solar eclipse in April 2024 with these destination ideas.
11d ago
Space
What was that loud boom? Locals react to SpaceX reentry, splashdown near Daytona coast
Residents near Daytona Beach were startled by a loud boom caused by the reentry and splashdown of the SpaceX Dragon Freedom capsule carrying the Axiom Space 3 astronauts. Locals near the beachside reported hearing the boom and mistaking it for other natural phenomena. The astronauts successfully landed in the Atlantic Ocean offshore from Daytona Beach.
12d ago
Space
Countdown Begins for April's Total Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse is set to occur in April, bringing darkness across North America for up to 4 minutes and 28 seconds. This eclipse will take a different path than the one in 2017, traveling from Mexico's Pacific coast through the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and New England. An estimated 44 million people live in the path of totality, with about 32 million of them in the U.S. Here's what you need to know about the upcoming solar eclipse and how to prepare.
13d ago
Space
NASA's PACE Satellite Set for Launch from Space Coast
NASA's Plankton, Aerosol Cloud Ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite is scheduled to launch from the Space Coast. The launch, delayed due to weather conditions, is expected to create a sonic boom during its recovery landing. PACE will study the microscopic elements of the air and ocean, collecting data on interactions between sunlight and clouds, aerosol particulates, and phytoplankton. The satellite's mission will provide valuable information for understanding climate change and its impact on marine ecosystems.
13d ago
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April's Total Solar Eclipse: What to Expect
The highly anticipated April 2024 total solar eclipse is set to captivate scientists, eclipse chasers, and festival-goers alike.
14d ago
Space
Eclipses
There are differences between the 2017 and 2024 eclipses, including the length of totality and the width of the path. More people will experience totality in 2024 during solar maximum.
15d ago
Space
NASA Announces Discovery of New 'Super-Earth' in Habitable Zone
NASA has announced the discovery of a new exoplanet, TOI-715 b, that is located within the 'habitable zone' and is only 137 light-years away. The planet, which is about one and a half times the size of Earth, orbits a small star. If confirmed, it could become the smallest habitable-zone planet discovered by the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) so far.