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New insight into the origin of water on the earth
Scientists have found the interstellar organic matter could produce an abundant supply of water by heating, suggesting that organic matter could be the source of terrestrial water.
Watch: Ellie Goulding performs 'Slow Grenade' from 'Brightest Blue'
Ellie Goulding discussed her new album, "Brightest Blue," and performed "Slow Grenade" and "Close to Me" on "Good Morning America."
Rep. Justin Amash indicates he won't run for re-election
Rep. Justin Amash, a five-term Michigan congressman who left the Republican Party after supporting the impeachment of President Donald Trump, indicated Friday he won't run for office again.
Do the TRAPPIST-1 planets have atmospheres?
In February of 2017, the scientific community rejoiced as NASA announced that a nearby star (TRAPPIST-1) had a system of no less than seven rocky planets. Since that time, astronomers...
Video: Solar Orbiter first images revealed
ESA's Solar Orbiter spacecraft has sent back its first images of the sun. At 77 million kilometres from the surface, this is the closest a camera has ever flown to...
South Korea set to launch 1st military communications satellite
South Korea is poised to launch its first dedicated military communications satellite on Sunday from Florida.
Watch: The Chicks explain name change: 'It was about time'
The Chicks appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to discuss why they dropped Dixie from their name.
South Korea rescinds defectors' permits after leaflet dispute
South Korea has canceled the operation permits of two defector groups who have been launching balloons carrying anti-Pyongyang leaflets.
Discussing solutions at the Global Space Economic Workshop
On 23 July at 09:30 BST / 10:30 CEST, join the final session in this series of four online Global Space Economic Workshops (GSEW). Find out about new applications and services...
Runaway star might explain black hole's disappearing act
At the center of a far-off galaxy, a black hole is slowly consuming a disk of gas that swirls around it like water circling a drain. As a steady trickle...
NASA announces new James Webb Space Telescope target launch date
NASA now is targeting Oct. 31, 2021, for the launch of the agency's James Webb Space Telescope from French Guiana, due to impacts from the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, as...
Noah Centineo joins DC's 'Black Adam' as Atom Smasher
Noah Centineo has been cast in DC Comics' "Black Adam," which stars Dwayne Johnson in the title role.
NASA's Hubble successor delayed again by virus, other issues
The launch of NASA's successor to the Hubble Space Telescope faces seven more months of delay, this time because of the pandemic and technical issues.
UAE Mars mission liftoff on Japan rocket reset for Monday
The liftoff of a United Arab Emirates' Mars orbiter, postponed due to bad weather at the launch site in southern Japan, is now set for Monday.
Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson leaves NBA bubble for 'urgent' family matter
New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Zion Williamson left the NBA bubble at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla., because of an "urgent" family medical matter.
U.S. extends border closures; EU tightens travel restrictions
The United States announced Thursday that it would extend border closures with Canada and Mexico, and the European Union placed further restrictions at its borders on foreign travelers and extended...
NASA pushes back James Webb telescope launch date by seven months
The launch date for the James Webb Space Telescope has been postponed by more seven months to Oct. 31, 2021, due partly to workplace restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic, NASA...
Three countries are launching missions to Mars this month
In this illustration, NASA's Mars 2020 rover uses its drill to core a rock sample on Mars. ( NASA/JPL-Caltech/)Over the next month, a flotilla of spacecraft will blast off into space with...
Tokyo, Melbourne, Spain set new coronavirus case records
Tokyo confirmed its highest number of new coronavirus cases Thursday -- 286 -- as Japan, overall, marked its biggest increase in three months.
James Webb Space Telescope to launch in October 2021
The launch of the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) on an Ariane 5 rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana is now planned for 31 October 2021.
NASA Announces New James Webb Space Telescope Target Launch Date
Portal origin URL: NASA Announces New James Webb Space Telescope Target Launch DatePortal origin nid: 462828Published: Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 13:17Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: NASA now is targeting Oct....
Syncing NASA laser, ESA radar for a new look at sea ice
With a small nudge to a satellite's orbit, scientists will soon have simultaneous laser and radar measurements of ice, providing new insights into Earth's frozen regions. On July 16, the...
Space station power upgrades nearly finished after spacewalk
Spacewalking astronauts completed their part of a three-year power upgrade to the International Space Station on Thursday, replacing six more outdated batteries with powerful new ones.
Space Force selects 2,410 volunteers for reassignment from Air Force
The Space Force announced Thursday that it has selected 2,410 active-duty airmen -- from a pool of 8,500 who volunteered -- for transfer into the military's newest branch, beginning Sept....
A population of asteroids of interstellar origin inhabits the Solar System
A study conducted by scientists at São Paulo State University's Institute of Geosciences and Exact Sciences (IGCE-UNESP) in Rio Claro, Brazil, has identified 19 asteroids of interstellar origin classified as...
Closest ever pictures of the sun reveal 'campfires' near surface
The European Space Agency and NASA's joint Solar Orbitor mission revealed Thursday the closest pictures ever of the sun, which includes the unexpected finding of miniature solar flares near the...
Look: Twice unveils cover for third Japanese album
K-pop stars Twice shared a cover and other promo art for their forthcoming Japanese album, "#TWICE3."
EU tightens border restrictions, extends ban on U.S. travelers
The European Union on Thursday placed further restrictions at its borders on foreign travelers and extended its ban on Americans.