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Science • Apr 30

Measurement of nuclear reactions at record-low energies opens new pathways for astrophysics research

An international research team has achieved an important milestone for astrophysics at GSI/FAIR in Darmstadt: In the CRYRING@ESR storage ring,...

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Science • Apr 30

Is Venus volcanically active? Big Hawaiian eruption in 2022 could help scientists find out

Evidence suggests that Venus is still volcanically active, and new data about a big eruption in Hawaii a few years ago could help scientists find out for...

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Science • Apr 30

Near-relativistic swarm could image Proxima b at 20-meter resolution and scan for biosignatures, paper says

Laser sail propulsion is an idea that won't go away. By aiming powerful Earth-based lasers at tiny spacecraft with light sails, tiny spacecraft can be...

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Science • Apr 30

Laser-plasma accelerators can preserve polarization of Helium-3 ions

Particle accelerators such as those at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva are typically highly complex large-scale devices.

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Science • Apr 30

Tracing the rise of biomedical foundation models

A survey of biological foundation models reveals current trends and provides an outlook for future developments in this rapidly evolving field.

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Science • Apr 30

Africa Is Splitting Apart Faster Than We Thought, Forming a New Ocean

Geologists have discovered that the African continent will split apart sooner than we thought. An active rift has reached a "critical threshold" and will...

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Science • Apr 30

Evolution has reused the same genes for 120 million years, study shows

Scientists have shown that evolution has been using the same genetic "cheat sheet" for over 120 million years, suggesting that life on Earth may be more...

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Science • Apr 30

Halley’s Comet Lights Up The Sky Again Through Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peak: Here's When to Watch

A surge of fast-moving meteors tied to Halley's Comet will reach its peak in early May, offering one of the most dynamic skywatching events of the season.

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Science • Apr 30

Astrophotographer captures Pleiades 'Seven Sisters' glowing through ghostly blue veil

See a jaw-droppingly detailed view of the Pleiades open star cluster shining in the constellation Taurus with blue reflection nebulas in a new amateur...

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Science • Apr 30

A lost galaxy called 'Loki' may be hiding inside the Milky Way

The Milky Way galaxy grew into its current form with the help of smaller galaxies over time, which it has "consumed" or merged with. Astronomers are able to...

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Science • Apr 30

Hubble reveals spiral galaxy 53 million light-years away in striking detail

In this new image by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope, a spiral galaxy glittering with star clusters is the center of attention. NGC 3137 is located 53...

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Science • Apr 30

Astronomers Think They've Finally Found The Edge of The Milky Way

Where exactly is the edge of the Milky Way? That question is harder to answer than one might expect.

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Science • Apr 30

Two full moons will captivate sky-gazers in May

The sky will be graced with the flower moon on Friday and a blue moon on May 31 — two full moons in one month.

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Science • Apr 30

This SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch looks amazing from space in these wild satellite photos

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket flew for the first time in 18 months Wednesday (April 29), and a sharp-eyed satellite was watching.

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Science • Apr 30

A Stray SpaceX Rocket Will Smash Into the Moon at Mach 7 in August, Analyst Says

A Falcon 9 upper stage has been stuck in a highly elliptical Earth orbit for over a year—and now it's on a collision course with the Moon.

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Science • Apr 30

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Has Cold, Ancient Origins

Explore the universe with Sky & Telescope - your ultimate source for stargazing, celestial events, and the latest astronomy news.

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Science • Apr 30

International Space Station Module Cracking Persists Despite Successful Air Leak Fix

A temporary fix has stopped air leaks aboard the International Space Station, but a deeper structural mystery continues to worry engineers.

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Science • Apr 30

This Harmless Backyard Snake Gets Bigger Than Most People Realize

Just imagine: You are enjoying a day in your garden. You finish in one area and head to your shed to get more supplies. Just as you're rounding the corner...

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Science • Apr 30

There’s a Hidden Shortcut to Mars, Scientific Paper Finds

This could cut down the length of a round trip significantly.

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Science • Apr 30

Northern Lights Could Dazzle Farther South Than Usual Tonight—Spanning More Than 20 States

Minor G1 geomagnetic storm conditions are expected to develop today, resulting in auroras across more than 20 states tonight. Here's where and when to look.

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