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Cosmic wonderland: The pillars of creation
- The Eagle Nebula, located nearly 7,000 light-years away from Earth in the constellation Serpens, is home to the famous 'Pillars of Creation,' towering pillars of gas and dust where stars are born.
- The 'Pillars of Creation' were first discovered by John Charles Duncan in 1920 and are sculpted by the intense ultraviolet light and stellar winds released by the hot, young stars within the nebula.
- These pillars serve as a star nursery, collapsing under their own gravity to create new stars and planets, showcasing the raw creative power of the universe.
- In 1995, the Hubble Space Telescope captured a detailed photograph of the 'Pillars of Creation,' revealing their ethereal beauty and offering insights into the cosmic phenomenon of star formation.
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Knowridge
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Scientists may have just solved the universe’s biggest headache
- Scientists have been puzzled by a mismatch in the rate of expansion of the universe, with different measurements not matching up.
- New data from the James Webb Space Telescope suggests that the Standard Model of the universe may not be missing anything significant, according to scientists at the University of Chicago.
- Prof. Wendy Freedman stated that the Hubble Constant, which indicates the universe's expansion rate, may not be the issue as previously thought.
- Using more precise measurement techniques, including data from the Webb Telescope, Freedman and her team were able to reconcile the conflicting measurements of the Hubble Constant, offering hope for resolving this long-standing mystery.
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COSMOS
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Nobel Prize winner in Australia: how the expanding universe sparked cutting edge technology
- Brian Schmidt was awarded the 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics for discovering the universe's accelerating expansion.
- The discovery raised questions about the driving force behind the expansion, possibly dark energy.
- Schmidt's findings were made possible by advanced astronomical instruments and powerful telescopes.
- He, along with Saul Perlmutter and Adam Riess, used type Ia supernovae to measure expansion speed.
- Schmidt's work ignited interest in cutting-edge astronomy and technology.
- He later ventured into gravitational wave detection and supported tech industry through research.
- Liquid Instruments Pty Ltd, co-founded by Dan Shaddock, produces innovative measurement devices.
- Their devices use versatile circuits and enables flexible testing for various instruments.
- These devices revolutionize measurement testing and can be widely used in multiple fields.
- Schmidt emphasizes the importance of basic science in fostering innovation and economic growth.
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Livescience
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New 8K-resolution photos of the sun show off incredible details of raging sunspots
- New high-resolution 8K images of the sun's surface captured by a camera system developed by Leibniz Institute reveal detailed sunspots and solar activity.
- The camera system installed on the Vacuum Tower Telescope in Tenerife provides both wide field of view and high resolution, enabling comprehensive studies of active solar regions.
- Advanced image restoration techniques compile 100 short-exposure images to create reconstructed images with 8K resolution, offering a spatial resolution of approximately 62 miles on the sun's surface.
- The precision of these images allows for observation of dynamic solar processes on short timescales and provides insights into sunspot groups, plasma flows, and magnetic field structures for improved space weather forecasting.
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Earthsky
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Proposed NASA cuts to space science: “Staggering”
- Proposed NASA cuts would lead to a 47% reduction in the planetary science budget in 2026, as per the Planetary Society.
- The proposed cuts are criticized for endangering numerous space missions, halting scientific progress, and potentially compromising national leadership in space science.
- The NASA budget details released in May 2025 indicate cancellations of several science missions to prioritize exploration investments, with a significant budget reduction of approximately 24% from the previous year.
- The proposed budget includes a $6 billion cut in NASA's budget for fiscal year 2026 with an overall 24% reduction compared to the previous year.
- There would be a considerable decrease in jobs at NASA, dropping from 17,391 to 11,853 direct-funded civil servants under the fiscal year 2026 proposal.
- The Planetary Society's petition against the budget cuts aims to prevent a 47% funding decrease for NASA's Science Mission Directorate, preserving scientific spacecraft and opportunities for future scientists.
- Concerns are raised about the possible termination of productive spacecraft, delays in development projects, and limited prospects for scientists and engineers due to the proposed cuts.
- Citizens worldwide can sign the petition and contact their representatives to voice support for science funding and oppose the proposed budget cuts.
- The fate of NASA's space missions, including New Horizons and multiple others facing potential cancellation, rests on the congressional approval of the budget proposals.
- The proposed cuts are likened to the destruction of monuments in Palmyra by ISIS, underlining the vital returns on investment and the broader impact on innovation, talent, and global influence.
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Earthsky
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Which moon phase is best for stargazing? That depends.
- The best moon phase for stargazing depends on what you want to observe.
- Stargazing for dim objects is ideal without moonlight to ensure a dark sky.
- The new moon phase offers the darkest skies without moonlight interference.
- Circumventing moon phases helps in continuing dark sky observing even with moonlight.
- First quarter and last quarter moons emit less brightness compared to a full moon.
- Events like comets and meteor showers can occur during bright moon phases.
- Photographing bright moonlit skies during events like auroras can create stunning images.
- Using special filters and techniques, astronomers can image the sky even in the presence of moonlight.
- Moon phases offer different viewing experiences, with the moon visible half of the day.
- The optimal moon phase for stargazing varies based on personal preferences and observing targets.
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Space photo of the week: Pink 'raindrops' on the sun captured in greatest detail ever
- Solar 'raindrops' and plasma streams in the sun's corona captured in greatest detail ever.
- Images taken with new technology at the National Solar Observatory show phenomena like coronal rain and prominences.
- Researchers from the U.S. National Science Foundation captured the images, with features colorized pink.
- New technology called Cona improves image resolution by correcting Earth's upper atmospheric turbulence.
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Finding a better way to distinguish life from non-life
- Searching for life on exoplanets involves analyzing their atmospheres for key chemical signals, beyond just oxygen.
- Scientists propose assessing the interplay of various chemicals in a planet's atmosphere to identify different forms of life.
- The authors advocate a chemical reaction network (CRN) approach to differentiate biotic and abiotic sources of gases.
- This approach involves simulating different Earth-like atmospheres to understand biosignature gases and their origins.
- Using a networking approach, they analyze the atmospheres of planets to determine the presence of life forms.
- The team uses Bayesian analysis to strengthen confidence in ruling out biological explanations based on network statistics.
- The CRN analysis enables the distinction between Earth-like and alien atmospheres, aiding in biosignature detection efforts.
- By studying atmospheric network properties, researchers aim to identify life forms and rule out anomalies in the search for habitable worlds.
- This systems approach provides insights into the presence of either single gases or complex chemical mixtures indicating life or technological civilization.
- The networking activity between atmospheric chemicals informs scientists about the underlying biosphere and technosphere of exoplanets.
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The habitability of Earth tells us the likelihood of finding life elsewhere
- The hunt for habitable worlds in astronomy has traditionally focused on planets in the 'Goldilocks zone' around stars, but habitability is more complex than just temperature.
- A new approach by McCullen Sandora from the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science uses Earth's location as a statistical sample to gauge the habitability of exotic worlds.
- Considerations of a multiverse scenario suggest that the relative habitability of different planetary environments could vary drastically between universes.
- This research challenges assumptions about water's uniqueness for life and raises questions about the potential for life in exotic environments, contributing to the ongoing debate about the existence of multiple universes.
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TechCrunch
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Elon Musk tries to stick to spaceships
- Elon Musk emphasized the importance of focusing on spaceships during an interview with CBS Sunday Morning instead of discussing presidential policies.
- Musk expressed frustration over his Department of Government Efficiency being criticized for making aggressive cuts across federal agencies, mentioning that it had become a target for blame.
- He revealed feeling conflicted about the Trump administration, stating that he did not want to speak against it but also did not want to be held responsible for its actions.
- During the interview, Musk talked about the interconnection of his various companies and their goal to positively impact the trajectory of civilization, highlighting that his focus remains on his companies despite some government involvement.
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Brighter Side of News
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Scientists discover mysterious new cosmic object in the Milky Way
- Astronomers discover a strange object named ASKAP J1832-0911 in the Milky Way galaxy emitting radio waves and X-rays every 44 minutes.
- Previous long-period radio transients (LPTs) only emitted radio signals, making ASKAP J1832-0911 the first to emit both radio and X-rays, indicating higher energy levels than previously thought.
- The object's bursts last around two minutes and occur every 44.2 minutes, suggesting a compact and highly magnetized source, possibly a neutron star, white dwarf, or black hole.
- This discovery challenges existing theories on cosmic objects, hinting at new physics or models of stellar evolution and underscores the need for advanced telescopes like NASA's proposed Advanced X-ray Imaging Satellite (AXIS) to further study such phenomena.
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Spaceflightnow
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 23 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is preparing to launch 23 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
- The launch is scheduled for 1:01 a.m. EDT (0501 UTC) with live coverage available on Spaceflight Now.
- Solar activity and geomagnetic storm are key concerns for the launch, with a 75% chance of favorable weather forecasted.
- SpaceX aims to deploy 23 Starlink satellites, including 13 with direct-to-cell capabilities, from Falcon 9 booster 1077.
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Knowridge
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Scientists spot vast hidden cloud floating near our solar system
- Astronomers have discovered a massive, previously unseen cloud of gas and dust near our solar system, named Eos.
- Eos is one of the largest known structures in the sky, located just 300 light-years from Earth.
- The unique feature of Eos is its invisibility to traditional telescopes due to being 'CO-dark'; it was detected using far ultraviolet light.
- The Eos cloud, shaped like a giant purple cap, is made mostly of molecular hydrogen and offers insights into the formation of stars and planets.
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Earthsky
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Wide-orbit planets support the possibility of Planet 9
- Wide-orbit planets are those circling their home star at least 100 times farther than Earth orbits the sun.
- Researchers suggest wide-orbit planets are a natural result of chaotic early solar system formation, supporting the existence of Planet 9.
- Simulations show that wide-orbit planets are not anomalies but are common in turbulent, crowded planetary systems.
- These planets are believed to be stabilized by gravity from nearby stars after gravitational interactions scatter them away from their home star.
- The study involving researchers from Rice University and the Planetary Science Institute was published in Nature Astronomy.
- Wide-orbit planets have semimajor axes between 100 and 10,000 AU, far from traditional planet-forming disks.
- The findings could help explain the mystery of Planet 9, theorized to exist in our solar system at a distant orbit.
- The research also links wide-orbit planets to rogue planets, forming part of the growing population of free-floating planets.
- Exoplanet hunters could target high-metallicity stars hosting gas giants for finding wide-orbit planets, aiding the search for Planet 9.
- The discovery of wide-orbit planets offers new insights into the formation and evolution of planetary systems across galaxies.
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June birthstone: Pearl, moonstone or alexandrite
- Pearls are one of the June birthstone options and are organic gemstones found in oysters and clams, with many coming from cultured sources.
- Pearls are valued for their luster and come in various colors, including white, black, cream, gray, blue, and more, with different locations known for specific colored pearls.
- Cultured pearls are well-known, with Japan being famous for its cultured pearls, notably Mikimoto pearls, which grow in oyster beds and take years to form.
- Famous pearls like the Pearl of Asia and La Peregrina have rich histories and are highly prized for their beauty and size.
- Pearls have been used in various cultures for symbolic and medicinal purposes, with different beliefs associated with their powers and properties.
- The moonstone, another June birthstone, is known for its bluish white spots that reflect a silvery play of color resembling moonlight, and has significance in Roman and Indian lore.
- Moonstones belong to the feldspar mineral group and are found in specific geological conditions, with Sri Lanka being a major source for high-quality moonstones.
- Alexandrite, the third June birthstone, is rare and valuable due to its color-changing properties, appearing green in daylight and reddish-violet under artificial light.
- Alexandrite, named after Czar Alexander II, is a pleochroic gem that contains chromium and is found in countries like Sri Lanka, Brazil, Madagascar, and more.
- The history of alexandrite is relatively modern, with little myth or superstition surrounding it, and it is known for reflecting the colors of the Russian flag.
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