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High-resolution observations uncover detailed structure of blazar's jet
Using Russia's Spektr-R space telescope (also known as RadioAstron), astronomers have conducted high-resolution observations of the blazar S5 0716+71. The results of these observations, presented in a paper published February...
Solid-state battery testing to be part of ispace HAKUTO-R program
Officials with ispace, a commercial enterprise with ambitions of creating a lunar exploration system, have announced that part of their initial program will include testing a solid-state battery on the...
What remains of the stars
Space Science Image of the Week: In this view of galaxy NGC 300, ESA’s XMM-Newton reveals the glow from remnants of past stellar generations
Predictive modeling could help fight neighborhood crime
New technology developed by a Washington State University scientist could help police officers predict where burglaries are likely to occur. Solmaz Amiri, a postdoctoral researcher at the Elson S. Floyd College...
Assyriologist decodes the ‘writing of the heavens’ by ancient stargazers
Just in the first two months of 2019 alone, the night sky has been illuminated by a blood moon, a winter moon, and a super moon. Throughout time, celestial events...
X-rays might be a better way to communicate in space
In the coming years, thousands of satellites, several next-generation space telescopes and even a few space habitats are expected to be launched into orbit. Beyond Earth, multiple missions are planned...
Simultaneous X-ray and infrared observations of the galactic center
The supermassive black hole (SMBH) at the center of our Milky Way galaxy, Sagittarius A*, is by far the closest such object to us, only about 25 thousand light-years away. Although not...
Hayabusa 2: Asteroid image shows touchdown marks
A new image from Japan's Hayabusa-2 spacecraft reveals a dark splodge where it touched down on the surface of an asteroid last week.
21 Totally Sweet Spider Superlatives
What's the largest spider? The fastest? The weirdest? This list has all of your arachnid records covered.
Mufasa, Simba featured in new poster for 'Lion King' remake
Disney has released a new poster for their upcoming remake of "The Lion King" from director Jon Favreau.
Watch: Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shows off speed in spring debut
Toronto Blue Jays star prospect Vladimir Guerrero Jr. made his Grapefruit League debut Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles.
Houston Rockets' James Harden fined $25K for criticizing NBA officials
The NBA fined Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden $25,000 for publicly criticizing officials, the league announced Saturday.
Dallas Stars acquire Mats Zuccarello from New York Rangers
The New York Rangers traded veteran forward Mats Zuccarello to the Dallas Stars, the team announced Saturday.
In photos:Stars attend the Independent Spirit Awards
Stars attend the 34th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, Calif., on February 23, 2019.
Watch: Warriors' Draymond Green suffers ankle sprain vs. Rockets
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green suffered a mild left ankle sprain Saturday against the Houston Rockets.
Trump announces 'Salute to America' on Fourth of July in D.C.
President Donald Trump announced "one of the biggest gatherings in the history of Washington, D.C" on Fourth of July.
Watch: James McAvoy, Lin-Manuel Miranda brace for danger in 'Dark Materials' teaser
The BBC released a 30-second teaser for its upcoming fantasy series "His Dark Materials."
Glenn Close brings dog Pip to Independent Spirit Awards
Glenn Close's dog Pip accompanied her to the Independent Spirit Awards ceremony in Santa Monica Saturday.
Glenn Close, Regina King, Richard E. Grant win Independent Spirit Awards
"If Beale Street Could Talk" was deemed the Best Feature of 2018 at the Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica Saturday afternoon.
John Krasinski confirms 'Quiet Place' sequel plans
John Krasinski has confirmed via Twitter that he is returning for the sequel to his 2018 horror film "A Quiet Place."
Pentagon to send another 1,000 troops to Mexican border
The Pentagon plans to deploy about 1,000 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border by the start of March, the Defense Department said Friday.
Why Does Earth Have an Atmosphere?
Earth's atmosphere is enormous, so far reaching that it even affects the International Space Station's route. But how did this giant gaseous envelope form?
After a reset, Сuriosity is operating normally
NASA's Curiosity rover is busy making new discoveries on Mars. The rover has been climbing Mount Sharp since 2014 and recently reached a clay region that may offer new clues...
New Horizons spacecraft returns its sharpest views of Ultima Thule
The mission team called it a "stretch goal" – just before closest approach, precisely point the cameras on NASA's New Horizons spacecraft to snap the sharpest possible pics of the...
NASA greenlights SpaceX crew capsule test to ISS
NASA on Friday gave SpaceX the green light to test a new crew capsule by first sending an unmanned craft with a life-sized mannequin to the International Space Station.
'Holmes & Watson,' Trump & Conway win Razzie Awards
The detective comedy "Holmes & Watson" has won a leading four Razzie Awards, recognizing the worst in cinema for 2018.
NASA, SpaceX set for critical test flight
Test flight intended to clear the way for summer resumption of piloted space missions from U.S. soil
NASA, SpaceX finish Crew Dragon review; March 2 launch date still targeted
NASA and SpaceX officials completed the flight readiness review ahead of the planned launch of an unmanned SpaceX capsule to the International Space Station.