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Astronomers "weigh" a galaxy's black hole by studying the einstein ring phenomenon
Astronomers at the Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Kenneth Wong, Assistant Research Fellow Dr. Sherry Suyu and Associate Research Fellow Dr. Satoki Matsushita have recently analyzed...
Jenna Coleman confirmed to play Queen Victoria for ITV miniseries
Karen ButlerLONDON, Sept. 19 (UPI) -- Jenna Coleman is to star as Queen Victoria in the eight-part, television drama "Victoria," ITV announced.
Michelle Obama to visit 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' on Sept. 28
Karen ButlerNEW YORK, Sept. 18 (UPI) -- Michelle Obama, the first lady of the United States, has been booked to appear on the Sept. 28 edition of "The Late Show...
Christie Brinkley, John Mellencamp spotted again on date
Annie MartinNEW YORK, Sept. 18 (UPI) -- Christie Brinkley and John Mellencamp were seen together for the second time this week following the singer's breakup with actress Meg Ryan.
The Crescent and the Ring: Moon Meets Saturn Tonight!
If the weather is clear this evening, skywatchers will get to see two of the most popular objects to view through a telescope: the moon and Saturn.
UPI Horse Racing Weekend Preview
By Robert Kieckhefer, UPI Racing WriterWASHINGTON, Sept. 18 (UPI) -- Big turf races in Kentucky, Maryland and New York join the $1 million Pennsylvania Derby atop the weekend racing menu.
The Milky Way's Missing Mass: Partially Found
A galactic satellite reveals where some of our galaxy's elusive material is hiding -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
First Manned Flight of Orion Spacecraft Delayed
Orion's first crewed sojourn is officially targeted for launch in August 2021 but NASA says that could be pushed back by two years.
Raytheon to gather long-lead components for missile interceptor
Richard TomkinsTUCSON, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Raytheon is to obtain long-lead components for the new SM-3 ballistic missile interceptor.
Bob Odenkirk and David Cross' sketch-comedy series to premiere on Netflix Nov. 13
Karen ButlerLOS ANGELES, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Bob Odenkirk and David Cross' sketch-comedy series "W/ Bob & David" is to premiere Nov. 13, Netflix announced Wednesday.
Typhoon successfully fires Meteor missiles
Richard TomkinsLONDON, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- BAE Systems has completed guided firing trials of the Meteor beyond-visual-range, air-to-air missile by MBDA from a Eurofighter Typhoon.
Fox's 'Scream Queens,' 'Empire' to make same-day international releases
Marilyn MalaraWASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Fox predicts a heavy outpouring of good fortune ahead of the premieres of two of its most anticipated shows: 'Scream Queens' and 'Empire.'
A shy galactic neighbor
The Sculptor Dwarf Galaxy is a close neighbor of our galaxy, the Milky Way. Despite their close proximity, both galaxies have very distinct histories and characters. This galaxy is much...
NYFW: Givenchy combines emotion, aesthetic in Sept. 11 show
Marilyn MalaraNEW YORK, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Givenchy celebrated 10 years of designer Riccardo Tisci's contribution to the label by bringing its Spring/Summer 2016 collection from Paris to New York's...
Neil Turok to Discuss Universe's "Astonishing Simplicity" in Live Webcast
Join Perimeter Institute Director Neil Turok on Oct. 7 as he examines the surprising simplicity of the universe, and why its discovery represents a turning point in fundamental physics.
Congress asks NSF to explain glitches in NEON project under construction
Ecological observatory names new CEO prior to Friday hearing
How to solve the world's biggest problems
Interdisciplinarity has become all the rage as scientists tackle climate change and other intractable issues. But there is still strong resistance to crossing borders.Nature 525 308 doi: 10.1038/525308a
World's first 8K TVs to sell for $133,000
Sharp's "Super Hi-Vision" screens boast 16 times the resolution of regular HDTV -- but there's nothing to watch
Watch: Ariana Grande imitates Celine Dion on 'Tonight Show'
Annie MartinNEW YORK, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Ariana Grande did her best impression of Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera and Celine Dion for Jimmy Fallon on "The Tonight Show."
Obama administration announces $120M for clean energy, solar power
Andrew V. PestanoWASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- The White House announced more than $120 million in efforts to support clean energy through innovation, including in solar power and other energy...
Shailene Woodley stars in first 'Allegiant' trailer
Annie MartinLOS ANGELES, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Shailene Woodley and Theo James venture beyond the Wall as Tris and Four in a first "The Divergent Series: Allegiant" teaser trailer.
How Hubble's successor will give us a glimpse into the very first galaxies
A key feature of our understanding of cosmology is that the universe has a finite age. This means that there was a period of the universe's history when galaxies first...
Newfound meteor showers expand astronomical calendar
Sky-watching cameras spot 86 previously unknown events.Nature 525 302 doi: 10.1038/525302a
Watch: Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams reunite to serenade toddler
Marilyn MalaraWASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Destiny's Child alum Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland took some time out of their playtime with the latter star's son, Titan, to sing him...
Future Mars Explorers Could Live in Habitats That Build Themselves
The Self-deployable Habitat for Extreme Environments (SHEE) project is developing domiciles that could serve as Mars or moon bases.
NASA's Curiosity Rover Finds Petrified Sand Dunes on Mars (Photo)
A sweeping new panorama from NASA's Curiosity rover shows petrified sand dunes stretching across the jagged Mount Sharp on Mars.
Need directions? Ask a lizard
You come out of an airport and get into a cab. You give the driver your destination and expect that you will be taken to the correct place. Ever wonder...
Harris Corporation supplying ground-to-air radios to ANG
Richard TomkinsNATIONAL HARBOR, Md., Sept. 16 (UPI) -- The Air National Guard is receiving tactical radio systems from Harris Corporation.