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NASA found astronauts can become up to 3% taller in space; their spines lengthen without Earth’s gravity, then compress again after landing

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station actually grow taller due to the absence of gravity. This temporary height increase occurs as spinal discs decompress and elongate in microgravity. Upon returning to Earth, gravity compresses the spine, reversing the height gain. However, astronauts experience muscle atrophy in their lower backs which…

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In 2014, NASA sent young and older mice into space; within 9 to 11 days, the younger ones began running group laps in zero gravity

In 2014, NASA launched a group of twenty mice to the International Space Station for groundbreaking research. Remarkably, the young mice exhibited coordinated circling behavior just two weeks after their arrival. In contrast, older mice showed little interest in this peculiar behavior, a mystery that intrigued scientists. This phenomenon could…

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In 1985, NASA astronauts built two giant “flyswatters” aboard Space Shuttle Discovery; they used them in an attempt to activate a stranded satellite

In the remarkable year of 1985, astronauts faced a daunting challenge when they crafted makeshift tools from spare materials aboard their spacecraft to repair a satellite. Their first attempt, an unplanned spacewalk to activate the Syncom IV-3 satellite, didn't succeed, yet ingenuity prevailed as the satellite was ultimately restored. This…

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In 1969, Apollo 12 began broadcasting from the Moon, but Alan Bean accidentally aimed its camera at the Sun and killed the live TV feed

During the Apollo 12 mission, astronaut Alan Bean mistakenly aimed the color television camera at the sun, leading to overheating and the loss of live color transmissions from the moon. Although this incident curtailed real-time broadcasts, a wealth of still photos and 16mm film preserved the lunar journey. As a…

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In 1966, Michael Collins lost a camera and a micrometeorite experiment during a Gemini X spacewalk; both drifted away into orbit

During the Gemini X mission in 1966, astronaut Michael Collins faced setbacks when he lost both his camera and a scientific experiment during a spacewalk. These mishaps highlighted the challenges astronauts faced with the nascent technology of spacewalks. However, mission control viewed these incidents as valuable lessons, leading to advancements…

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In 1984, NASA sent about 3,300 honeybees into space to test comb-building without gravity; the colony built about 31 square inches of honeycomb

In 1984, honeybees traveled aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger for a unique student experiment. These bees successfully built honeycomb and laid eggs in zero gravity. The mission demonstrated that basic colony processes continued in the weightless environment. This decades-old experiment remains relevant for future long-duration space missions. It showed that…

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After Apollo 11 returned to Earth in 1969, Neil Armstrong spent his 39th birthday behind a glass wall from his wife; NASA kept him in a 3-week quarantine while scientists investigated a Lunar threat that probably never existed

Apollo 11 astronauts underwent a three-week quarantine after returning from the Moon. This precaution was taken due to the unknown biological environment of the lunar surface. Scientists tested lunar samples for potential harmful microorganisms and toxins. The astronauts celebrated a birthday behind glass while remaining in isolation. After testing confirmed…

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How will NASA's astronaut training hub change with commercial space stations?

A tour of Johnson Space Center in Houston shows how NASA and private industry are already working together on the future of human spaceflight.

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Partial lunar eclipse to be visible for nearly half the planet. Here’s what to know

Eclipses occur in pairs because the sun, moon, and Earth align so precisely that one masks the other.

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NASA Scientist Reportedly Used Telepathy to Stop UFO Looking Like 'Giant Nuclear Weapon' After Military Bailed

Physicist Charles Buhler claims he used telepathy to disperse mysterious lights off Cocoa Beach, Florida, after a sighting involving helicopters and unexplained aerial phenomena.

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In 1973, Skylab lost its heat shield and reached 130°F; NASA cooled the station with a parasol built from fishing rods and foil-like fabric

In 1973, Skylab, the United States' first space station, suffered from overheating just after its launch. Ingenious engineers quickly came up with a solution: a parasol made from fishing rods and a shiny fabric. It was skillfully installed through a tiny airlock, which kept astronauts safe from the risks of…

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The Latest: Supreme Court chief justice allows White House ballroom renovation to continue for now

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is allowing the White House to continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom project for now

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NASA warns of more coastal flooding in the 2030s: How the Moon’s 18.6-year cycle could bring floods on clear, calm days

As we approach the 2030s, coastal regions are projected to experience a surge in high-tide flooding, exacerbated by a natural lunar cycle. This phenomenon, combined with rising sea levels, is set to lead to more frequent flooding events, posing a significant risk to infrastructure and properties. The specific effects will…

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SpaceX fires up Starship ahead of megarocket’s 1st orbital flight (video)

SpaceX completed a single-engine test-firing of its next Starship spacecraft to prepare for its coming test flight, which will be the first to reach orbit.

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Nasa gives up on trying to save doomed space telescope

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California space station startup Vast cuts jobs after $500 million funding round as crypto billionaire Jed McCaleb’s company races to replace ISS

SpaceX-linked California startup Vast has cut 46 employees, or about 4% of its workforce, months after raising $500 million. The layoffs at Vast comes at a time when crypto billionaire Jed McCaleb’s company races to launch Haven-1 and develop a commercial replacement for the International Space Station. Vast's long-term plans…

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Scientists finally know why astronauts struggle to poop in space — and reveal a hidden risk of long-haul spaceflight

A new NASA-backed study has pinpointed why astronauts often experience constipation in space and how that might affect their health on long-haul missions to Mars and beyond.

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In 1971, Apollo 14 carried roughly 500 tree seeds around the Moon. 55 years later, a NASA scientist has tracked down dozens of the surviving “Moon trees” still growing across America

In 1971, Apollo 14 carried roughly 500 tree seeds around the Moon. The seeds were planted across America after returning to Earth, but NASA did not keep a complete record of their locations. A NASA scientist later began searching for the trees after a teacher asked about one in Indiana.…

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Nasa fails to save Swift space telescope – and it will now plunge to Earth

Hubble Space Telescope could now face the same threat

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64 People Reveal The Offbeat Side Hustles That Actually Pay The Bills

In this economy, there are probably very few of us who haven’t thought about taking up a side hustle. Even the best frugal hacks can only make your hard-earned dollars stretch so far. And if that side gig could replace your actual gig, even better—particularly if it’s fun, fits your…

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NASA's Curiosity Rover on Mars captured a mysterious ‘jellyfish’ with two small legs and a body sparking theories of alien life on the Red planet

A NASA Curiosity rover image of Mars shows a mysterious jellyfish-like figure with a body and two legs in Gale Crater, absent from photos taken moments earlier, sparking theories ranging from alien life to a camera glitch, even as NASA reports genuine signs of ancient microbial life on the planet.

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Trump pledges 'golden age' of space travel

US President Trump plans to boost American space travel and lunar missions. The United States aims to compete with China for a moon landing. The policy seeks over one thousand launches and reentries annually by 2030. NASA will facilitate commercial transport to the moon and Mars. Private investment in space…

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“I guess it’s a real summer song – as soon as you play it, you know it’s going to kick off”: Ash’s Tim Wheeler tells us about the making of their most beloved song

Ash’s Tim Wheeler remembers the creation of the band’s most popular song - written while they were still at school!

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NASA germinated corn seeds during spaceflight; seedlings showed altered root growth and twisted shoot patterns in microgravity

In a groundbreaking experiment, corn seeds grown in space exhibited unusual growth patterns, with roots growing sideways and shoots curling due to the absence of gravity and possibly inadequate light cues. These developments highlight the challenges future Mars agriculture must overcome, as plants need to consistently identify their orientation. Such…

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In 1971, Apollo 15 astronauts found a white rock later identified as part of the Moon's ancient crust; the "Genesis rock" was estimated to be around four billion years old

In 1971, the Apollo 15 mission led astronauts to discover a remarkable lunar rock, affectionately termed the 'Genesis rock' due to its age of roughly four billion years. Made up of anorthosite, this specimen serves as a crucial element of the Moon's original crust. Its unearthing highlights the meticulous planning…

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