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NASA Discovered 'Immortal' Bacteria, Put It in Sunscreen.

NASA Discovered 'Immortal' Bacteria, Put It in ...

Unexpected Discovery in a Cleanroom Imagine this: scientists at NASA, known for exploring distant galaxies, stumble upon a fascinating microorganism here on Earth. That's exactly what happened when Kasthuri Venkateswaran,...

NASA Discovered 'Immortal' Bacteria, Put It in ...

Unexpected Discovery in a Cleanroom Imagine this: scientists at NASA, known for exploring distant galaxies, stumble upon a fascinating microorganism here on Earth. That's exactly what happened when Kasthuri Venkateswaran,...

Here's How Solar Eclipses Actually Destroy Your Eyes

Here's How Solar Eclipses Actually Destroy Your...

During a solar eclipse, the sun's visible surface (photosphere) is mostly blocked by the moon. However, the sun's corona, a much fainter outer layer, remains visible. While the corona itself...

Here's How Solar Eclipses Actually Destroy Your...

During a solar eclipse, the sun's visible surface (photosphere) is mostly blocked by the moon. However, the sun's corona, a much fainter outer layer, remains visible. While the corona itself...

Here's What a 'Mega-Drought' Would Mean for Australia

Here's What a 'Mega-Drought' Would Mean for Aus...

Australia is no stranger to drought, but a new study paints a concerning picture of the future. Researchers warn of potential "mega-droughts" lasting a staggering 20 years or more, posing...

Here's What a 'Mega-Drought' Would Mean for Aus...

Australia is no stranger to drought, but a new study paints a concerning picture of the future. Researchers warn of potential "mega-droughts" lasting a staggering 20 years or more, posing...

Mystery Outback Glass Fragments Have Cosmic Beginnings

Mystery Outback Glass Fragments Have Cosmic Beg...

Deep in the Australian outback lies a mystery – the Henbury crater field, a collection of craters formed by a meteorite impact thousands of years ago. Scientists recently analysed unique...

Mystery Outback Glass Fragments Have Cosmic Beg...

Deep in the Australian outback lies a mystery – the Henbury crater field, a collection of craters formed by a meteorite impact thousands of years ago. Scientists recently analysed unique...

WATCH: China Wants to 'Catch' Rockets With Wires...

WATCH: China Wants to 'Catch' Rockets With Wire...

 China is making a bold move in the space race with its plan to utilize reusable rockets. They aim to achieve this by employing a unique technique – snagging the...

WATCH: China Wants to 'Catch' Rockets With Wire...

 China is making a bold move in the space race with its plan to utilize reusable rockets. They aim to achieve this by employing a unique technique – snagging the...

NASA Ordered To Give Moon Its Own 'Time Zone'

NASA Ordered To Give Moon Its Own 'Time Zone'

The Moon is about to get its own time zone, and it's not just a bureaucratic quirk. This new system, called Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), addresses the unique challenges of...

NASA Ordered To Give Moon Its Own 'Time Zone'

The Moon is about to get its own time zone, and it's not just a bureaucratic quirk. This new system, called Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), addresses the unique challenges of...

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