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Queen's Scientists on the Hunt for Source of Gravitational Waves
Yesterday saw the announcement of the discovery of gravitational waves by LIGO, in what is being described as the most important breakthrough in physics for decades. Now scientists from...
Space Mission to Unveil Mysteries of the Hot Universe
A University of Southampton researcher will explore the structure and evolution of the Universe, as part of the ASTRO-H X-ray space telescope mission being launched in Japan this week.
Death by meteorite? NASA is skeptical
NASA weighs in on reports that a meteorite may have killed a bus driver in India
Superconductors could detect superlight dark matter
(Phys.org)—Many experiments are currently searching for dark matter—the invisible substance that scientists know exists only from its gravitational effect on stars, galaxies, and other objects made of ordinary matter. On...
Artistic space odyssey to broadcast people's messages to the stars
Messages from around the world are to be beamed into space at the speed of light as part of a cultural project to create a celestial time capsule.
Earth-like planets have Earth-like interiors
Every school kid learns the basic structure of the Earth: a thin outer crust, a thick mantle, and a Mars-sized core. But is this structure universal? Will rocky exoplanets orbiting...
Krang revealed in 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2' Super Bowl trailer
Wade SheridanNEW YORK, Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon movies released a new trailer for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2" that aired during Super Bowl 50.
'Independence Day' sequel releases explosive new trailer
Annie MartinLOS ANGELES, Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Liam Hemsworth, Jessie Usher and Jeff Goldblum defend Earth in the "Independence Day: Resurgence" Super Bowl 50 spot trailer.
Richard Gasquet defends title in France
The Sports Xchange Top seed Richard Gasquet won the all-French final at the Open Sud de France.
Elton John rides with James Corden for Carpool Karaoke
Wade SheridanLOS ANGELES, Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Legendary singer Elton John joined "Late Late Show" host James Corden for Carpool Karaoke.
Stephen Thompson takes out former UFC champ with first-round TKO
By Dave Doyle, The Sports Xchange Stephen Thompson of tiny Simpsonville, S.C., took a big step up in competition on Saturday night.
Steve Harvey mocks 'Miss Universe' flub in new Super Bowl ad
Tharadjyne OrismaLOS ANGELES, Feb. 8 (UPI) -- It looks like Steve Harvey is apologizing for another mistake.
Comets May Not Explain 'Alien Megastructure' Star's Strange Flickering After All
It's looking less likely that a faraway star's strange dimming can be explained by a swarm of comets or an "alien megastructure."
Could 80-year-old ether experiments have detected a cosmological temperature gradient?
(Phys.org)—In a new study, scientists have proposed that tiny residual effects measured by ether-drift experiments in the 1920s and '30s may be the first evidence of a temperature gradient that...
Star formation in the outskirts of galaxies
Star formation environments can be roughly grouped into three types, categorized by the density of their gas (or more precisely, the projected "surface" density of the gas, which is easier...
Best Space Photos of the Week – Feb. 6, 2016
From cosmic creations and planets to technologic selfies and rocket launches, here are the best space images for this week.
Dwarf Planet Ceres Still Stuns, 215 Years After Discovery
Dwarf planet Ceres was first glimpsed through a telescope 215 years ago, and as researchers learn more than ever, they continue to be amazed by the object.
First 360-degree view of Mars 2020 mission
We visit NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Calif. to bring you closer than ever to the building of a spacecraft destined for the Red Planet
Exclusive first look at assembly work of Mars 2020 mission
"CBS This Morning" became the first broadcast to look inside the mission that may finally put humans on the Red Planet in the next few decades
New Horizons could help us locate possible planets beyond Neptune
The recent discovery of evidence of a giant planet lurking in the outskirts of the solar system made by Caltech astronomers, has re-ignited the discussion about the existence of planets...
Meet "Hedgehog": Engineers build cube-like rover for exploration of asteroids, comets
Your best guess is that the landscape is as inhospitable as it gets: An irregular range of sharp boulders and loose rubble piles strewn among jagged crevasses and deep troughs...
UPI Almanac for Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016
By United Press International On Feb. 7, 1984, astronauts Bruce McCandless and Robert Stewart made the first untethered spacewalks, propelled by a nitrogen-powered "jetpack."
The Monkees announce new album and concert tour
Karen ButlerLOS ANGELES, Feb. 6 (UPI) -- Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork have announced plans for a Monkees 50th anniversary concert tour to start in May in Fort Myers, Fla.
Saturday Sessions: Josh Ritter performs "Getting Ready To Get Down"
The winter marks 50 years in the life of San Francisco's most famous music venue
New evidence suggests Earth is product of two-planet collision
Marilyn MalaraWASHINGTON, Feb. 6 (UPI) -- New evidence suggests Earth is the product of a massive collision that caused two planets to evenly combine into one.
Halifax scientist off to Japan for Astro-H satellite launch
Saint Mary's University astronomer Luigi Gallo leads the Canadian portion of the space telescope being launched in Japan next week.
Magnetic 'MoonWalker' Shoes Help You Defy Gravity
Have you ever fantasized about walking on the moon, but you don't want to put on a spacesuit and blast more than 200,000 miles (322,000 kilometers) through space? A New...
What Is a 'Morning Star,' and What Is an 'Evening Star'?
What is a "morning star," and what is an "evening star"? Aren't they all planets? Can a planet sometimes be both of those things, or neither? Here's the complete guide...