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March 3, 2024

Who is Galileo Galilei? Italian philosopher who shaped our understanding of the stars

Explore Galileo Galilei's life, discoveries, controversies and legacy in astronomy. A journey through Renaissance intellect and scientific revolution.

February 18, 2024

Nicolaus Copernicus: The man who stopped the sun and moved the Earth

The stars were aligned over the medieval city of Torun Feb. 19, 1473, when a boy was born who later became known as the man who stopped the sun and moved the Earth.

February 14, 2024

Sci-fi solar EV never needs to plug in for a recharge

California-based start-up Aptera has developed a vehicle that is solar-powered, eliminating the need for plugging in at charging stations.

February 10, 2024

Large cluster of sunspots that can cause strong solar flares and affect power grids detected by NASA

A massive grouping of sunspots called AR3576 that could cause strong solar flares, affecting radio communications and power grids, has been detected by NASA.

February 7, 2024

NASA announces potentially habitable ‘super-Earth,’ only 137 light-years away

A new NASA discovery found a planet of similar size to Earth that could be habitable due to its close orbit to a small star. Further investigation will be done to learn more.

January 7, 2024

On this day in history, January 7, 1610, Galileo discovers the moons of Jupiter

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system with 80 moons. Galileo was the first to discover the moons of Jupiter on this day in history, Jan. 7, 1610.

December 30, 2023

To benefit cancer charities, one CEO is trekking across the South Pole: 'A risk worth taking'

Cure Brain Cancer Foundation CEO Lance Kawaguchi is trekking across Antarctica to the South Pole's center to raise money for cancer charities. Here's how he'll accomplish the daring trip.

December 26, 2023

If you or your children have freckles, here's what your skin is trying to tell you

Genetics and sun exposure play a role in freckles on the skin — here's why some people have them and others don’t, and what your skin may be trying to tell you, according to dermatologists.

December 5, 2023

The main source of oxygen in space is through electrolysis, which is made from water

Obtaining oxygen and power in space is not as easy as it is on Earth. For astronauts on space missions, oxygen is created through electrolysis, while power comes from the sun.

November 15, 2023

NASA captures stunning photos of sun's rays over Earth: See the jaw-dropping images

New images from NASA reveal rays from the sun as they illuminate Earth. See the stunning photos above the United States — and try spotting your hometown.