New Jersey Couple’s Home Struck by Meteorite Becomes Key to Asteroid Study
On July 16, 2024, at 11:17 a.m., an asteroid crossed the sky above New York City. People as far as…
Tyrannosaurus Rex Fossil ‘Gus’ Sells for Record Price at Auction
NEW YORK — A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil, among the largest and most complete ever found, sold for a record $50.1…
Tyrannosaurus Rex Skeleton Sets Record at Auction
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, named Gus, has set a new record by being sold for $50.1 million at an auction…
Red-Winged Blackbirds: Navigating Their Nesting Season
Most days, Teri Weber enjoys her walks on Sheridan Road in Winnetka, glimpsing Lake Michigan between the homes. Yet, in…
Discovery of Ancient Mayan Astronomer and Mathematician
Archaeologists have uncovered the name of an astronomer and mathematician from the ancient Mayan civilization for the first time. The…
A Sweet Surprise: Scientists Find Sugar Deep in Our Galaxy
In an extraordinary discovery, scientists have identified sugar molecules residing deep within our galaxy. This breakthrough offers fascinating insights into…
Insect Species Count May Be Vastly Undervalued, New Study Reveals
Many people have likely pondered late at night, bothered by the buzz of a mosquito, or when lifting a rock…
Understanding Orion and the Life Cycle of Stars
After sunset on winter nights, those in the northern hemisphere can observe the Orion constellation near the eastern horizon. According…
FCC Approves Satellite Test for Space-Based Sunlight Reflection
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has greenlit a test satellite designed by Reflect Orbital, a California company, aiming to create…
Discovery of Erythrulose Sugar in Space Offers Insights into Life’s Beginnings
Astronomers have identified a sugar, called erythrulose, within the interstellar medium. This region is composed of thin clouds of gas…