UC Berkeley’s ESCAPADE Mission: Twin Satellites Study Martian Atmospheric Escape
UC Berkeley leads NASA’s $55M ESCAPADE mission using twin satellites (Blue and Gold) to study how Mars lost its atmosphere to solar wind. Read the full details.
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Interstellar Objects: Assessing the Unique High-Velocity Threat to Earth
Do interstellar objects like ‘Oumuamua pose a threat to Earth? We analyze the unique high-velocity risk and the role of new telescopes in detection.
Dramatic Boar-Deer Chase Culminates in Crash at Prague Hospital Entrance
A dramatic video captured a wild boar chasing a deer into the glass doors of Thomayer Hospital in Prague. Read the full details and ecological context of the urban wildlife encounter.
Toxic Bio-Tar Waste Transformed into Valuable Biochar, Unlocking Sustainable Energy Potential
Researchers successfully converted toxic bio-tar waste into valuable biochar, solving a major hurdle for sustainable biomass energy. Learn how this unlocks a promising energy source and aids carbon sequestration.
Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Reveals Complex Jet Structure Post-Perihelion
Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS was observed with a complex jet structure post-perihelion on November 8, 2025. Learn the scientific implications of this unusual activity.
Rare Blue Aurora Reaches Record 200 km Altitude, Revealing New Atmospheric Dynamics
Scientists Pinpoint Record Altitude for Northern Lights For centuries, the shimmering curtains of the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, have captivated observers, but precisely determining their altitude—especially for rare colors—has remained a significant scientific challenge. Recently, an international team of researchers achieved a breakthrough, capturing a rare blue aurora glowing at an unprecedented height of…
Avi Loeb Analyzes Radio Signal from 3I/ATLAS: The Hydroxyl Radical Absorption Debate
Avi Loeb analyzes the radio signal detected near interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, confirming absorption by hydroxyl radicals (OH molecules). Read the scientific interpretation.
Iconic Spiral Galaxy M61 Found to Have Massive Hidden Stellar ‘Tail’
A massive, faint stellar stream has been discovered on the iconic spiral galaxy M61 using LSST data, suggesting a recent merger event. Read the full analysis.
JWST Detects Frozen Building Blocks of Life Around Star in Galaxy Beyond the Milky Way
JWST detects frozen methanol, a complex organic molecule, around a protostar in the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51). Learn why this confirms the universality of life’s chemical building blocks.
Cassini Data Reveals Massive Hidden Heat Source on Enceladus, Boosting Search for Life
New analysis of Cassini data confirms Enceladus leaks 11-15 gigawatts of heat, driven by tidal flexing. Learn why this boosts the search for life.
Celestis Aims to Launch the First Human Remains to Mars: Feasibility and Ethics
Celestis aims to be the first company to send human remains to Mars. Learn about the technological hurdles, planetary protection rules, and ethical considerations of this ambitious deep-space memorial flight.
SpaceX Launches 29 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9’s 17th Flight from Kennedy Space Center
SpaceX launches 29 Starlink V2 Mini satellites on November 7, 2025. Details on the Falcon 9 B1077 booster’s 17th flight and mission context.