New research suggests that lightning strikes on early Earth may have played a crucial role in sparking the chemical reactions necessary for life to begin, creating reactive molecules essential for the emergence of early biomolecules.
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As summer temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke for runners. Extreme heat can quickly lead to dangerous conditions if not properly managed. Here’s how to protect yourself and stay safe during your runs.
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Meteosat Third Generation weather satellites have passed critical environmental tests, moving closer to launch and promising major advancements in weather forecasting accuracy.
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope confirm LHS 1140 b as a rocky super-Earth with significant water, making it a prime candidate for potential liquid water and life beyond our Solar System.
The European Space Agency’s Mars Express Orbiter has unveiled striking new insights into the Martian landscape with its latest images of Aganippe Fossa, a colossal canyon stretching across the Martian surface.
Lunar swirls, akin to abstract brushstrokes on the Moon, remain a celestial mystery. Recent research suggests their light coloration is linked to magnetized rocks deflecting solar winds, leaving neighboring areas darker.
As commercial space travel grows, exploring space's impact on health is crucial. New research sheds light on how microgravity affects individuals, particularly those with heart conditions.
Astronomers are advancing toward solving the enigma of fast radio bursts (FRBs), mysterious, powerful blasts of radio waves from beyond our galaxy. Despite their immense energy, the origins of these cosmic signals remain elusive.
A recent study highlights how Earth's atmosphere protects life from the potentially devastating effects of nearby supernovae, mitigating gamma rays and cosmic radiation impacts.
During an intense solar storm on May 20, NASA's Curiosity rover captured mesmerizing images of Mars illuminated by energetic particles, creating a dazzling display of "snow" on its navigation cameras.
Microsoft’s Aurora AI model is revolutionizing air pollution prediction, delivering global forecasts in under a minute. Researchers hail it as a groundbreaking advancement in atmospheric chemistry and machine learning.
NASA is advancing the prediction of space radiation, a major threat to astronaut health and space instruments, enhancing safety and mission planning with cutting-edge technology.
Amid widespread storms in the Midwest, powerful storms hit Iowa Tuesday, leaving thousands without power and homes destroyed. Multiple deaths were reported statewide, with the small town of Greenfield particularly hard-hit.
NASA's Mars spacecraft gear up to probe solar flare impacts on missions, advancing our understanding of challenges for future exploration on the Red Planet.