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Neil deGrasse Tyson reviews science of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
Wade SheridanNEW YORK, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- According to Neil deGrasse Tyson, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" was full of scientific inaccuracies.
Mongolian marvel
Earth observation image of the week: a Sentinel-2A image of Southern Mongolia, also featured on the Earth from Space video programme
NTU Singapore successfully launches its fifth and sixth satellites
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) successfully launched two satellites: a climate monitoring and navigation satellite, and the university's first satellite with a commercial payload.
Cassini closes in on Enceladus, one last time
A thrilling chapter in the exploration of the solar system will soon conclude, as NASA's Saturn-orbiting Cassini spacecraft makes its final close flyby of the ocean-bearing moon Enceladus. Cassini is...
Freddie Gray case: Judge declares mistrial in prosecution of Baltimore officer
Amy R. Connolly and Doug G. WareBALTIMORE, Dec. 15 (UPI) -- A judge declared a mistrial in the prosecution of Baltimore police Officer William Porter in the Freddie Gray case...
Jennifer Lawrence wanted to ask Seth Meyers on a date
Annie MartinNEW YORK, Dec. 16 (UPI) -- Jennifer Lawrence confessed to once having a "really big" crush on Seth Meyers when she visited the late night host Tuesday on "Late...
In Chile, world's astronomy hub, scientists fear loss of dark skies
CERRO LAS CAMPANAS, Chile (Reuters) - When some of the world's leading astronomers scaled a frosty, Chilean peak in mid-November to break ground on a state-of-the-art, $1 billion telescope, they...
The Geysers on Saturn's Moon Enceladus Are Mysteriously Losing Steam
The geysers on Saturn's moon Enceladus are blasting 30 to 50 percent less material into space than they were 10 years ago, a new study reports.
XXL hunt for galaxy clusters: Observations from ESO telescopes provide crucial third dimension in probe of Universe’s dark side
ESO telescopes have provided an international team of astronomers with the gift of the third dimension in a plus-sized hunt for the largest gravitationally bound structures in the Universe —...
Plunging Into the Ionosphere: Satellite's Last Days Improve Orbital Decay Predictions
Scientists are learning more about how the upper atmosphere and ionosphere affect space satellites as well as communications and navigation here on Earth, thanks to new data from a U.S....
NASA seeking exceptional applicants to become astronauts
The new recruits could be on the path to a human mission to Mars, but must first undergo a rigorous selection process
From MACHOs to WIMPs—meet the top five candidates for 'dark matter'
When we look out at the universe – even with the most powerful of telescopes – we can only see a fraction of the matter we know must be there....
Howard Stern signs new five-year deal with SiriusXM
Wade SheridanNEW YORK, Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Howard Stern has signed a new deal with SiriusXM that will keep him on the satellite radio network for five more years.
Texas dad shocked by sixth-grader's 'cocaine' homework
Ben HooperKELLER, Texas, Dec. 15 (UPI) -- A Texas father said he was shocked to find his sixth-grade son's homework assignment resembled "a diagram of how to become a drug...
How long is a day on Mars?
Mars represents something of a conundrum for scientists. In many respects, it is significantly different from Earth. It's cold, it's dry, there is little atmosphere or precipitation to speak...
NBC moves forward with 'Xena' reboot, hires 'Lost' writer
Wade SheridanNEW YORK, Dec. 15 (UPI) -- NBC continues to show interest in rebooting fan-favorite fantasy show "Xena:Warrior Princess" by hiring "Lost" alum Javier Grillo-Marxuach to helm the new show
Kerry to address Syria, Ukraine in Moscow meeting with Lavrov
Ed AdamczykMOSCOW, Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Seeking common ground on Syria and Ukraine, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met in Moscow.
Watch the teaser trailer for 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them'
Karen ButlerBURBANK, Calif., Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Warner Bros. Pictures released the first teaser trailer for its eagerly awaited "Harry Potter" prequel "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" Tuesday.
Clouds Solve Mystery of Missing Water on 'Hot Jupiter' Planets
Cloudy skies may block water farther down in the atmospheres of close-orbiting gas giants, making them initially appear 'dry'.
Whoa! 1st 'Star Trek: Beyond' Trailer Puts the Enterprise in Peril
The first official trailer for next year's "Star Trek: Beyond" shows the fan-beloved starship Enterprise on the verge of breaking up while going through a dense asteroid field.
Saturn Moons Align (Almost) to Perfection: Photo
There are few views in Saturnian orbit that are more satisfying than seeing two or more moons in the same frame -- particularly when they align.
VIDEO: Camera offers unique view of lunar eclipse
An American satellite stationed a million miles from Earth has obtained a unique view of a lunar eclipse.
Latest Pluto closeups zoom in on mysterious features
NASA's latest images of Pluto include a stunning colour closeup of its mountains and plains and an image featuring intriguing patterns of pits that scientists have trouble explaining.
Our favourite pictures of 2015
From bursting balloons and fossils under a laser to visions of Pluto and gravitationally lensed supernovae
Satellite Imagery Reveals Most Lightning-Prone Places on Earth
Lake Maracaibo is the spot most prone to lightning strikes on Earth, according to new data with incredibly high resolution.
A new spin on star-forming galaxies
Australian researchers have discovered why some galaxies are "clumpy" rather than spiral in shape—and it appears low spin is to blame.
Miami Dolphins going throwback for Monday Night Football
Alex ButlerMIAMI, Dec. 14 (UPI) -- A team that probably wishes it could 'throwback' to its roster of a few decades ago, will do that with its jerseys and field...
'Sherlock' releases new trailer for Christmas special
Annie MartinLONDON, Dec. 14 (UPI) -- Benedict Cumberbatch tracks down a vengeful bride as Sherlock Holmes in a new trailer for the "Sherlock" Christmas special set in Victorian England.