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Inflatable module headed to International Space Station
In space, weight equals money. So lightweight inflatable modules might be the future of space exploration and living.
Titan's Hidden Surface: Global Map Shows New Details
With its dense atmosphere, Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, is a world overflowing with secrets — but new composite images could reveal some of the hidden features of this still-mysterious moon.
Hubble Space Telescope spies galaxy 32 billion light years away
When a team of astronomers found a galaxy in the direction of Ursa Major two years ago, they weren't sure what to make of it.
Japan loses touch with new, $360 million space telescope
Japan's space agency has lost touch with a new space telescope featuring Canadian technology, just a month after launch.
Record Low Arctic Sea Ice, 2nd Year In A Row | Satellite Visualization
The wintertime maximum sea ice around Earth’s north pole reached a record low since satellites have been keeping track. Measured at its peak of 5.607 million square miles.
NASA Announces Astronomy and Astrophysics Fellows for 2016
NASA has selected 36 fellows for its prestigious Einstein, Hubble and Sagan fellowships.
Searching for life beyond earth: First scientific roadmap for European astrobiology
The first scientific Roadmap for European Astrobiology was published on 21 March 2016. The AstRoMap European Astrobiology Roadmap considers astrobiology in a wide context: it is understood as the study of...
Rocket hits Afghan parliament building
Ed AdamczykKABUL, Afghanistan, March 28 (UPI) -- A rocket struck Afghanistan's parliament complex in Kabul, blowing a hole in the side of a building. The Taliban claimed responsibility for the...
Viva 'Mars World': Las Vegas May Get Red Planet Experience
With expertise from a renowned space exhibit designer, a consortium wants to bring the Mars experience to Las Vegas.
Endor's End: How the 'Star Wars' Death Star Wiped Out the Ewoks After All
The destruction of the Death Star in Return of the Jedi didn't help the Ewoks. Debris crashing down to the surface of the moon would have wiped out the adorable...
By the Light of the Moon: Luna and Lighthouse Meet in Amazing Photo
Astrophotographer Steve Scanlon took this image of the moon from the Twin Lights lighthouse in the Navesink Highlands, New Jersey, on Jan. 11, 2016.
Preparing for Cassini's last act
SETI Institute researcher Matt Tiscareno will continue to be on the front lines as the famed Cassini spacecraft embarks on its final mission. NASA has announced that Tiscareno will be...
Possible signature of dark matter annihilation detected
We live in a dramatic epoch of astrophysics. Breakthrough discoveries like exoplanets, gravity waves from merging black holes, or cosmic acceleration seem to arrive every decade, or even more often....
New Horizons imagery reveals small, frozen lake on Pluto
NASA's New Horizons spacecraft spied several features on Pluto that offer evidence of a time millions or billions of years ago when – thanks to much higher pressure in Pluto's...
Image: Hubble looks into a cosmic kaleidoscope
At first glance, this cosmic kaleidoscope of purple, blue and pink offers a strikingly beautiful—and serene—snapshot of the cosmos. However, this multi-colored haze actually marks the site of two colliding...
Man throws bottles into Tampa Bay Rays' dugout to protest Cuba visit
The Sports Xchange A fan upset about the Tampa Bay Rays' participation in an exhibition game last week in Cuba was arrested Saturday night.
Chicago mayor rejects top cop picks, names interim
Danielle HaynesCHICAGO, March 27 (UPI) -- Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel rejected the three finalists suggested for the police superintendent position and instead named a veteran officer as interim head.
'Orphan Black' analysis program 'After the Black' to premiere April 14
Karen ButlerNEW YORK, March 27 (UPI) -- BBC America says it has green-lit an "Orphan Black" analysis program called "After the Black."
North Rim Wonders: Stunning Photos of the Mighty Grand Canyon
It has been said that the North Rim of the Grand Canyon is the "best side" to experience the grandeur and wilderness found in this most southern part of the...
NASA: Manned mission to Mars still 'long way' off
Eric DuVallWASHINGTON, March 26 (UPI) -- Though still 20-plus years in the offing, NASA officials say their first manned mission to Mars would aim to create a permanent operations base...
American Airlines pilot arrested for suspected intoxication
Stephen FellerDETROIT, March 26 (UPI) -- A flight from Detroit to Philadelphia was cancelled Saturday morning after the co-pilot was suspected of being drunk.
Ian McKellen-Anthony Hopkins movie 'The Dresser' gets a U.S. trailer, premiere date
Karen ButlerBEVERLY HILLS , Calif., March 26 (UPI) -- Richard Eyre's adaptation of Ronald Harwood's play "The Dresser," starring Ian McKellen and Anthony Hopkins, is to have its U.S. premiere...
James Van Der Beek shares photo of newborn daughter Emilia
Karen ButlerLOS ANGELES, March 26 (UPI) -- "CSI: Cyber" star and "Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announced via Instagram that his wife Kimberly has given birth to their...
How to Use Mobile Apps to Spot the Space Station and Iridium Flares
Here's how to use mobile apps to spot satellites, and even the International Space Station overhead.
Elite Hate: Duke, Oregon trade sportsmanship blows
Alex ButlerANAHEIM, Calif., March 25 (UPI) -- With media members and countless camera lenses aimed at the hardwood this March, it's hard to get away with even the slightest shrug...
Sea Ice Is Melting Faster Than Expected, NASA Says | Exclusive Interview
During the winter of 2015-2016 satellites have 'seen' significantly less Arctic ice compared to the long term trend. NASA scientist Walt Meier and LiveScience writer Laura Geggel discuss how climate...
A Lego Telescope, Crumpled Graphene, And Other Amazing Images Of The Week
Science Plus Elephants Painted As Pandas Striking images from this week's science and health news.
Microbial Mats Offer Clues to Life on Early Earth
Mysterious branch-like formations in clusters of rock show what microbial life once looked like.