How Solar Storms Can Shut Down The Internet, Power Grids, And Even Tractors
Brace yourself.
How Solar Storms Can Shut Down The Internet, Power Grids, And Even Tractors
Brace yourself.
An Exoplanet's Huge Comet-like Tail Hides An Astronomical Secret
WASP-69b offers astrophysicists a window into the dynamic processes that shape planets across the galaxy.
Why Scientists Are Frantically Trying To Document Millions of Viral Sequences Around the World
Viruses are a mysterious and poorly understood force in microbial ecosystems.
Rubbing Your Eyes Is Way More Harmful Than You Think
While it may feel good, the damage is too real.
A New NASA Image Captures A Trio Of Stars In A Cosmic Nursery
Three baby stars light up the cosmic dust that likely gave birth to them — 550 light-years away.
Can Boeing's Starliner Actually Compete With SpaceX's Crew Dragon?
You learn a lot when you compare Boeing’s Starliner, SpaceX’s Crew Dragon, and the retired Space Shuttle.
What, Exactly Are Nanoplastics And How Can We Avoid Them?
There is growing evidence that nanoplastics are more prevalent than larger microplastics in the environment.
Cicadas Squirt Jets of Pee Out Their Backsides — And That’s Not Even The Weirdest Part
“Feeding and excretion are hallmarks of life.”