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By July 2026, Canada’s 2,200-square-mile Arctic ice cap had lost most of its snow cover, with snow disappearing earlier than in recent years

In July 2026, the Barnes Ice Cap in Canada suffered an unprecedented acceleration of snowmelt, with satellite imagery highlighting exposed ice and new meltwater grooves. This early loss of snow aligns with a troubling trend of decreasing ice mass that has been ongoing since 1960. Once a remnant of a…

The Times of India · Aug 15

'Strap yourself in and feel the Gs': NASA announces 'Max Power' aerospace expo

NASA announced today (Aug. 14) that it will hold a two-day aerospace expo this November — an event whose name should draw a chuckle from "Simpsons" fans.

Space · Aug 14

Is empty space really empty? This magnetic star may finally solve a 90-year-old mystery

"We're not just studying astronomical objects anymore; we're using them to test the laws of nature."

Space · Aug 14

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Cards Against Humanity wants to erect a monument to 'honor' Elon Musk

Cards Against Humanity isn't done with its scorched-Earth campaign against SpaceX and Elon Musk, and is planning to erect an "Elon Musk is a Sad Little B----- with No Friends" monument near SpaceX's Starbase site.

Space · Aug 14

Will the new moon race turn Earth's nearest neighbor into a dumping ground?

We need rules to prevent space companies from dumping their old rockets onto the moon's surface in the future, experts say.

Space · Aug 14

In 2015, NASA's New Horizons flew past Pluto and captured detailed images of its frozen surface. More than a decade later, scientists revisited the images and found evidence that liquid nitrogen may have once flowed across the dwarf planet

Scientists found evidence of liquid nitrogen flow beneath Pluto's Sputnik Planitia. This flow may have occurred after rising through cracks in the glacier. Computer models show nitrogen melting under pressure and reaching the surface. Dark lines and patches on the ice suggest this wetting process. This discovery reveals dynamic processes…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

She was rejected by NASA at 14, then unpacked a space toilet: Claire Parfitt’s unlikely journey from a teenage work-experience placement to leading Mars exploration studies at the European Space Agency

At 14, Claire Parfitt dreamed of working in space and applied to NASA, only to be rejected. She instead landed a work placement at Leicester’s National Space Centre, where she helped unpack a space toilet. More than two decades later, that unexpected first step has led her to the European…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

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Ash clouds, lava flows and fertile soil: What are the effects of Mount Etna’s eruptions?

Human activities produce 100 times the carbon dioxide of the planet’s volcanic eruptions, according to NASA.

Euronews · Aug 14

ISS photobombs the sun during solar eclipse | Space photo of the day for Aug. 14, 2026

The silhouette of the ISS transiting across the sun's face during the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse.

Space · Aug 14

India-US space ties deepen as NASA invites ISRO to join moon base program

NASA has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation to collaborate on its Moon Base program, which aims to build a permanent human outpost near the lunar south pole.

Space · Aug 14

'Jellyfish-Shaped UFO': Bizarre Figure Standing on Mars Surface Vanished Less Than Minute Later

A resurfaced NASA Curiosity rover photo has sparked fierce debate after viewers spotted a 'Jellyfish-Shaped UFO' standing on the Martian surface before vanishing seconds later.

International Business Times UK · Aug 14

Earthrise: How the Apollo 8 astronauts inadvertently gave every photographer on the planet the most important lesson in preparation ever

A lack of planning left the astronauts scrambling to snap the iconic image in the nick of time – a monumental story that all photographers can learn from

Digital Camera World · Aug 14

The death of dark energy is a false alarm – the universe is still accelerating

A 2025 study by South Korean researchers caught the attention of the astronomy community when it suggested that the evidence behind dark energy could be wrong. Dark energy makes up about 70% of the universe but nobody knows what it is. This makes it a frequent target for scepticism.

The Conversation · Aug 14

SpaceX rocket's moon crash highlights 'a tangible operational risk' of lunar settlement

A SpaceX rocket body slammed into the moon earlier this month, showcasing a risk that will increase as humanity establishes a footprint on Earth's nearest neighbor.

Space · Aug 14

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TechRadar · Aug 13

'When I first came up with the term, no one had heard of it before' — Quote of the day by NASA's former software director Margaret Hamilton on the birth of software engineering

There is no computing industry today without software engineering – but the skill of programming once lacked any organization or structure

Space · Aug 13

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke retires after 30 years at the space agency

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke has retired from NASA after 30 years of public service, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishments and leadership including two-time commander of the International Space Station and Chief of the Astronaut Office’s Commercial Crew Branch.

Space · Aug 13

NASA's canceled lunar space station tech will help build the Artemis moon base

Northrop Grumman plans to take technology built into the HALO module for NASA's canceled lunar space station and repurpose it to help develop the Artemis moon base.

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Solar eclipse: What scientists have learnt from the stunning spectacle

Millions of people across the world gathered to watch the solar eclipse – including scientists who hope that it will improve our understanding of the Sun

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LiveScience · Aug 13

Mars may have been losing its water more than 4 billion years ago, oldest-known Martian meteorite suggests

The oldest known rock from Mars was discovered on Earth in 2022. Scientists are beginning to reveal its mysteries.

The Conversation · Aug 13

Exploring the Moon will require rovers that can think for themselves – an upcoming NASA mission will test whether they can

NASA is planning to send three small rovers to the Moon with a single instruction: Work out among yourselves how to explore a patch of ground.

The Economic Times · Aug 13

What’s a black hole star? Astronomers spot a strange red object bigger than our entire solar system

Black Hole Star Discovery: Astronomers using Nasa’s James Webb Space Telescope may have discovered a new type of cosmic object called a “black hole star”. The strange red object, known as MoM-BH*-1, appears to combine features of stars and black holes and could offer new clues about how galaxies and…

International Business Times UK · Aug 12

'Project Anchor' Conspiracy Claims Earth Will Lose Gravity for Seven Seconds, NASA Responds

NASA has debunked the viral 'Project Anchor' conspiracy, which falsely claimed Earth would lose gravity for seven seconds. The agency explained the scientific impossibility of such an event.

The Independent UK · Aug 12

White House appears to troll Trump on eclipse day with meme of president staring at the sun

The infamous image of Trump ignoring safety guidelines has long been a source of mockery

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12

Cruise ships, quiet towns and an all-day festival: millions flock to eclipse viewing spots across Europe

Beginning in Russia’s remote Arctic north, the eclipse traced an arc over much of western Europe – with the best views in Spain, Iceland and Greenland

LiveScience · Aug 12

Totality! See incredible photos ofthe Aug. 12 total solar eclipse from across Europe

From Baily's Beads, a bright-pink prominence to awe-struck eclipse-watchers from across the European continent, check out these stunning images from yesterday's total solar eclipse.

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