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Cats on Leashes: Exploring the Trend of Walking Your Feline Friend
Cat owners across the country are now finding new ways to safely take their beloved feline companions outside for walks. This trend of walking cats on leashes, in backpacks, and even in strollers is...
The Future of the Universe: When Will Stars Run Out?
The universe is a vast and dark place, but it is also filled with the light of stars. Stars have not always been present in the universe, as there was a time when not...
SpaceX Space Junk Incident: Impact on Neighbor’s Farm and Aftermath
The email came out of the blue, catching me off guard on a regular Thursday afternoon in May. A journalist wanted to interview me, an astronomer, about a farmer who had discovered space junk...
The History and Origin of S’Mores: A Delicious Campfire Treat
The delicious campfire treat known as s'mores has a rich history that dates back to the Industrial Revolution. Without the technological advances of this era, the s'more as we know it today would not...
Protecting Satellites: US Military Project Counters Cyberattacks in Space
The US military has launched a new initiative to strengthen ties with the commercial space industry in order to enhance cybersecurity for military satellites and other space infrastructure. The partnership, called Commercial Augmentation Space...
Universe’s Creation of New Galaxies: A Cosmic Exploration
Galaxies are often seen as ancient structures that formed billions of years ago, but the question of whether new galaxies are still being born today is an intriguing one that delves into the complex...
Air Purification Technology: Remove 99.8% of Germs with an Invisible Mask
Industrial workers are at risk of developing respiratory diseases due to exposure to airborne pathogens. Traditional masks and protective gear do not offer complete protection. However, a startup called Taza Aya, backed by the...
Blooming Phenomenon in the World’s Driest Hot Desert: Explained
In the Atacama Desert, one of the harshest environments on Earth, a remarkable blooming event is currently taking place. Known as a "desert bloom," this phenomenon is bringing vibrant flowers to certain areas of...
Earth’s Future: Predicting the Planet’s Appearance in 25 Years
Columnist Annalee Newitz, feeling overwhelmed by the current state of political and environmental instability, took it upon themselves to investigate what the future of Earth might hold. Curious about what the planet might look...
Preserved Woolly Mammoth DNA: Freeze-Dried ‘Jerky’ Discovery
In a recent groundbreaking discovery, scientists have managed to extract and analyze the preserved DNA of a 52,000-year-old woolly mammoth. This remarkable find has provided researchers with invaluable insights into the genetic makeup and...