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NASA’s SkyFall Helicopters at Work (Artist’s Concept)
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Antenna Testing for NASA’s SkyFall Mission
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I Am Artemis: Tom Percy
3 Min Read I Am Artemis: Tom Percy As NASA sets its sights on long-term exploration of the Moon and Mars, the agency is increasing the caden…
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Taking Flight to Prepare for Space
NASA/Josh Valcarcel NASA astronaut Adam Fuhrmann (right, in yellow) prepares for a training flight aboard NASA’s WB-57 aircraft in this July…
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES: NASA OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL
1 min readPreparations for Next Moonwalk Simulations Underway (and Underwater) View all current NASA job openings at USAJobs Vacancy Announc…
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APOD: 2026 August 6 - New Sharpest Image of the Sun Uncovers Instability
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How the Tide Turns at the Mouth of the Elbe
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Watch: Nasa astronauts conduct 6.5-hour spacewalk outside ISS
Astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir ventured out to install a mounting hardware for the future addition of solar arrays to the space stat…
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A star’s violent death exposed a hidden supermassive black hole
A supermassive black hole has been found lurking about 30,000 light-years from the center of its galaxy - the first dormant black hole detec…
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Forget the sperm race: Fertilization may depend on teamwork
Millions of sperm do not always compete alone - some species send them into action as coordinated teams. A sweeping evolutionary study found…
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An elegant modification doubles the range of low-noise 'white lasers' in a single fiber
Supercontinuum light sources - often called "white lasers" because they emit a broad, continuous rainbow of colors - are essential tools for…
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Charting the galaxy: Milky Way Mapper survey releases latest all-sky spectra
The Sloan Digital Sky Survey V (SDSS-V) has announced its 20th public data release (DR20), delivering a dramatic expansion of the Milky Way …
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Decoding the North American bison's genome to better inform conservation efforts
A new study by ancient DNA researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, used paleogenomics to create a genetic roadmap to help g…
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Never-before-seen woven structure that forms naturally inside a crystal discovered
For the first time, scientists have observed a three-dimensional woven structure forming naturally inside a crystal, revealing a previously …
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Single-shot phase imaging technique can reconstruct transparent objects
A KAIST research team led by professor Mooseok Jang from the Department of Bio and Brain Engineering has developed a single-shot phase imagi…
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New quantum microscopy trick quadruples microscope resolution
Three years after a team of Caltech scientists showed that pairs of entangled photons could double the resolution of a light microscope, the…
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Milky Way-like simulation reveals how central galactic structures grow together
Understanding the formation and evolution of the centers of galaxies is one of the most intriguing challenges in astrophysics. The new study…
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With new digital tools, researchers are helping Joshua trees survive wildfires
When UC Berkeley postdoctoral researchers Maya Zomer and Lucia Layritz first drove through burned portions of Mojave National Preserve in So…
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Mitochondria act as sensors for essential iron molecule, study reveals
Heme, a bioactive form of iron, has numerous essential functions in the cell. As a key component of hemoglobin, it enables oxygen transport …
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Observing key material properties atom by atom for the first time
Many material properties depend on how electrons are arranged inside a material. Their distribution determines, for example, whether a mater…
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JWST study suggests a handful of 'leaky' galaxies reionized the early universe
A new study analyzing the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) spectra of more than 1,400 galaxies suggests a surprisingly small group of "leak…
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Small dinosaur fossil suggests Fukushima coast hosted iguanodontians of different sizes
Iguanodontians are a diverse group of herbivorous dinosaurs that lived from the Late Jurassic to the Late Cretaceous and had a worldwide dis…
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Multiple Steps Took Click Chemistry from Idea to Nobel-Winning Breakthrough - the-scientist.com
Multiple Steps Took Click Chemistry from Idea to Nobel-Winning Breakthrough the-scientist.com
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Meister awarded ‘Top 10 Science Breakthrough’ for 2026 - Boise State University
Meister awarded ‘Top 10 Science Breakthrough’ for 2026 Boise State University
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Brain cancer ‘breakthrough’ as scientists uncover new windows of opportunity for treatment - The Independent
Brain cancer ‘breakthrough’ as scientists uncover new windows of opportunity for treatment The Independent
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It’s Not the Heart: A New Study Identifies the Organ That May Hold the Key to Living Longer - El Cronista
It’s Not the Heart: A New Study Identifies the Organ That May Hold the Key to Living Longer El Cronista
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How a curious middle school student turned an everyday ant trail into a scientific breakthrough - timesofindia.indiatimes.com
How a curious middle school student turned an everyday ant trail into a scientific breakthrough timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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China’s Zhurong Rover May Have Found Martian Crystals Filled With Pockets of Ancient Brine
Zhurong just found a tantalizing geological clue.
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8 Remarkable (and Important) Studies that Slipped Through the Cracks Last Week
Even we *almost* missed them.
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Scientists unveil the secrets of Iceland’s spectacular lava fountains that pulse like a heartbeat
A recent study has delved into these fiery outbursts, offering unprecedented insights into the inner workings of this Icelandic volcano.
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A London Dentist Just Cracked a Geometric Code in Leonardo’s Vitruvian Man
A hidden triangle could explain one of da Vinci's greatest works.
Wired Science
Meteor Showers, Eclipses, and More Are on the August 2026 Astronomical Calendar
Here’s when some of this year’s most anticipated astronomical events will happen and the best way to observe them.
Health
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Fighting the world's most deadly animal… in an unexpected way
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying - they kill around 700,000 people a year via the diseases they spread. But scientists are developing new, co…
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A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new study
Genetic changes may set off a chain reaction that causes the spine’s natural shock absorbers to harden and deteriorate. Zebrafish with a fau…
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A new flu vaccine geared to older people is coming soon
The first mRNA-based flu shot to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration will be ready for the upcoming flu season. Moderna, the vac…
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This country is the latest to hit the elusive 95/95/95 HIV target
The United Nations has set a goal for near universal HIV diagnosis and treatment for all by 2030. No country in Asia has hit the mark - unti…
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The breakthrough that could end preeclampsia, a leading cause of maternal deaths - National Geographic
The breakthrough that could end preeclampsia, a leading cause of maternal deaths National Geographic
Environment & Climate
Reasons to Be Cheerful
The ‘Transplant Games’ Are About More Than Medals
Robert Lindemann is a 32-year-old accountant from Germany. He’s also had a heart transplant, a life-changing experience shared by just a few…
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Kenya Sets Guinness World Record with 4,124 Mangrove Seedlings Planted in 30 Seconds - 001fm.co.ke
Kenya Sets Guinness World Record with 4,124 Mangrove Seedlings Planted in 30 Seconds 001fm.co.ke
Kindness & Community
Good News Network
Japanese Team Develops ‘Eco-Fireworks’ with Water-Soluble Shells to Cut Back on Debris
When a man who loves things that go ‘boom’ met a men who loves things that go ‘bloom,’ they realized there was much to gain from an alliance…
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Locals Succeed in Tripling Protected Seascapes Along 300 Miles of Turkiye’s Breathtaking Coastline
From Turkiye’s Mediterranean shore comes the remarkable story of how a group of unsupported conservationists and fishermen received a helpin…
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Town’s Beloved Santa Claus Delivers a Very Special Present to Someone in Need - His Donated Kidney
A man who dresses up every year as Santa Claus to spread Christmas cheer has just delivered a very special present. Though central Virginia …
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Over 100 Refill Stations for Home/Laundry Cleaners to Open Across Singapore at 30% Discount
A company which learned that Singapore’s recycling rates have “plateaued” around 11% is deploying over 100 refill machines for cleaning prod…
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Good News in History, August 6
100 years ago today, American Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim across the English Channel. Called “The Queen of the Waves,” sh…
Positive News
Life lessons: Joe Newman on what life so far has taught him
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After 40 Years in the Circus, Julie the Elephant Is Enjoying Life at New 1,000-Acre Sanctuary in Portugal
This article was originally written by Ottilie Von Henning for SWNS - the U.K.’s largest independent news agency, providing globally relevan…
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Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue
Team evacuated a patient from McMurdo Station after landing plane in total darkness and temperature of -43°C.
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Employees make plans for a windfall as SpaceX shares are unlocked
SpaceX's shares are unlocked Thursday, and some early employees could see a massive windfall. The BBC's Samira Hussain explains.
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Q&A: Mushroom behind 'tiny people' hallucinations identified
People in communities thousands of miles apart have described the same strange experience after eating a mysterious mushroom: vivid visions …
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Are cats getting tamer, or is it people who are changing?
Around 15 years ago, I created a Facebook page for my cat, Sandi. Friends thought it was weird. Today, social media accounts for cats attrac…
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The Warwick Valley Rotary Flags for Heroes Program - The Warwick Valley Dispatch
The Warwick Valley Rotary Flags for Heroes Program The Warwick Valley Dispatch
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Nominations Needed For Wulf Brothers Donation - Door County Pulse
Nominations Needed For Wulf Brothers Donation Door County Pulse
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Water rescue called ‘super hero stuff’ after truck driver is saved from rising creek currents in Upper Dublin - Wiss Now
Water rescue called ‘super hero stuff’ after truck driver is saved from rising creek currents in Upper Dublin Wiss Now
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John Castelli: The Visionary Who Helped Put LGBTQ South Florida on the World Map | Opinion - Out South Florida
John Castelli: The Visionary Who Helped Put LGBTQ South Florida on the World Map | Opinion Out South Florida
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Lancaster native publishes new book highlighting unsung heroes - Bee Group Newspapers
Lancaster native publishes new book highlighting unsung heroes Bee Group Newspapers
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Nominations open as The Guide Heroes set for 2026 return - Good News Liverpool
Nominations open as The Guide Heroes set for 2026 return Good News Liverpool
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Rishabh Pant thanks ‘two heroes’ who helped him after car accident - thenewsmill.com
Rishabh Pant thanks ‘two heroes’ who helped him after car accident thenewsmill.com
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Celebrating Peterborough’s quiet heroes - PressReader
Celebrating Peterborough’s quiet heroes PressReader
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Bondi Hero Uber Driver Granted Australian Permanent Residency - streamlinefeed.co.ke
Bondi Hero Uber Driver Granted Australian Permanent Residency streamlinefeed.co.ke
Underdog Wins
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Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia - but the other five changed their minds and returned to …
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Meet Our Underdog of the Week: Solo - TMJ4 News
Meet Our Underdog of the Week: Solo TMJ4 News
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Bam Adebayo says Heat are ‘going to go for it’ as an underdog contender in the East - Hot Hot Hoops
Bam Adebayo says Heat are ‘going to go for it’ as an underdog contender in the East Hot Hot Hoops
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Rueben Bain Jr. and underdog rookie lead list of 6 Buccaneers players who have seen their stock go up after Week 1 of training camp - A to Z Sports
Rueben Bain Jr. and underdog rookie lead list of 6 Buccaneers players who have seen their stock go up after Week 1 of training camp A to Z S…
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The 'Underdog' Business He Started With $15,000 is About to Hit 8 Figures: 'We're Built for Virality' - entrepreneur.com
The 'Underdog' Business He Started With $15,000 is About to Hit 8 Figures: 'We're Built for Virality' entrepreneur.com
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Aaron Lee Tasjan: Get Over It, Underdog - spectrumculture.com
Aaron Lee Tasjan: Get Over It, Underdog spectrumculture.com
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Saskatoon Mamba embracing underdog role in return to CEBL playoffs against Winnipeg - 980 CJME
Saskatoon Mamba embracing underdog role in return to CEBL playoffs against Winnipeg 980 CJME
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Shreya Kalra Wins Lock Upp 2: The Fearless Underdog Takes Home Rs 1 Crore - TechnoSports Media Group
Shreya Kalra Wins Lock Upp 2: The Fearless Underdog Takes Home Rs 1 Crore TechnoSports Media Group
Tech for Good
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Cell-inspired nanoreactor turns sunlight into hydrogen peroxide
A new hollow nanoreactor mimics living cells to make hydrogen peroxide more efficiently using visible light. Its light-trapping cavity and p…
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Researchers demonstrate first fully solution-processed solid-state polariton laser
Researchers have demonstrated a solid-state organic laser microcavity fabricated entirely by solution processing. The device operates in the…
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Social robots may support learning and reduce teachers' workload, pilot trial finds
When Pepper the social robot was given the chance to try its hand as a teaching assistant, it showed that it can be even better than a human…
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Checking out AI: University library puts emerging technology to the test
In a meeting room at the C. V. Starr East Asian Library, a Chinese film poster flickers onto a large screen. Haiqing Lin, the library's head…
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AI and 'Ramanomics' could eliminate a major obstacle to studying living cells
Fluorescent dyes have long been used in biological research to identify and visualize structures within living cells. Although effective, th…
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Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment
Snails are slimy. But there's more to that goo of theirs than meets the eye. It's a fact that may help inspire the creation of new materials…
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Breakthrough in Science: AI Generates First Complete, Viable Phage Genome Capable of Inhibiting Bacteria - 36 Kr
Breakthrough in Science: AI Generates First Complete, Viable Phage Genome Capable of Inhibiting Bacteria 36 Kr
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UT San Antonio Breakthrough in Low-Temperature Fuel Cells - Fuel Cells Works
UT San Antonio Breakthrough in Low-Temperature Fuel Cells Fuel Cells Works
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Science breakthrough sees cheese turned into fuel - with unique link to King Charles - AOL.com
Science breakthrough sees cheese turned into fuel - with unique link to King Charles AOL.com
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Breakthrough: Quantum entanglement generated using sunlight instead of lasers - Interesting Engineering
Breakthrough: Quantum entanglement generated using sunlight instead of lasers Interesting Engineering
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CRISPR Breakthrough: Scientists Successfully Engineer the World’s First Hypoallergenic Dogs - streamlinefeed.co.ke
CRISPR Breakthrough: Scientists Successfully Engineer the World’s First Hypoallergenic Dogs streamlinefeed.co.ke
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Jeff Dean Bids Farewell to Google After 27 Years to Launch Breakthrough AI Venture 'Discovery Loop' - GujaratSamachar English
Jeff Dean Bids Farewell to Google After 27 Years to Launch Breakthrough AI Venture 'Discovery Loop' GujaratSamachar English
ZME Science
This Origami Implant Unfolds Under the Skin to Monitor Health
Sometimes the smartest way to make a medical device smaller isn't to shrink it - it's to fold it.
Wired Science
DeepMind Says Its AI Can Predict Hurricanes Earlier Than Everyone Else
Its WeatherNext model, which will be open-sourced, can accurately predict a storm’s track and intensity using lower-resolution weather data.…
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5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
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12 Best Coffee Subscriptions (2026), Tested by Caffeine Hounds
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door - each with its own twist.
Wired Science
Best Handheld Fans for a Breeze on Demand (2026)
I put handheld, wearable, and misting fans through a sweltering summer to see which ones kept me coolest.
Animals
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Moment first rare tiger in 70 years released in Kazakhstan
Umit, a female Amur tiger, has been released as part of a programme to restore the animal's population, which was wiped out in central Asia …
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Greetings from a wildlife park in central Sri Lanka that's a haven for elephants
At a time of increased conflict between elephants and humans, as elephant habitats are converted to intensive agriculture, the Hurulu Eco Pa…
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The story of Kazakhstan's lost Turan tigers: Hunted to extinction, now making a comeback after 70 years - The Economic Times
The story of Kazakhstan's lost Turan tigers: Hunted to extinction, now making a comeback after 70 years The Economic Times
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Fota Wildlife Park celebrates hatching of rare white-tailed sea eagle chick as it successfully fledges - The Irish Sun
Fota Wildlife Park celebrates hatching of rare white-tailed sea eagle chick as it successfully fledges The Irish Sun
World
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US agency ends 39% household cap on local TV station owners - Reuters
US agency ends 39% household cap on local TV station owners Reuters
Reuters Oddly Enough
As Pakistan's army chief turns on hardline Islamist groups, blasphemy cases plummet - Reuters
As Pakistan's army chief turns on hardline Islamist groups, blasphemy cases plummet Reuters