For over a decade, the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has been more than just a tool for scientists. It has been a beacon for learning and sharing knowledge with students and the public. The mission's education and outreach efforts have aimed to make the mysteries of the high-energy universe accessible to everyone, from young kids to adults. The Fermi team has work...
In 1987, the year where "Stranger Things" season 5 unfolds, Holly Wheeler, Mike's little sister, is no longer a toddler. She's growing up and starting to shape her own story. One of her new interests is a book called "A Wrinkle in Time. " This book is about a girl named Meg and her adventures through the universe with some unusual guides. Holly isn't just reading th...
Space rovers have been the unsung heroes of space exploration. They are like the brave explorers of the past, but instead of ships, they have wheels. These machines have helped us learn more about the Moon, Mars, and even asteroids. They show how curious humans are about the universe and the questions we want to answer. The Soviet Union's Lunokhod 1 was the first ro...
A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellation Scorpius. To put that into perspective, one light-year is a whopp...
A mysterious traveler from deep space is about to swing by Earth. On December 19, 2025, an object called 3I/ATLAS will come closest to our planet. This is a big deal. It's not just any space rock. It's an interstellar object, meaning it comes from beyond our solar system. Scientists and stargazers are excited. They'll point their telescopes at 3I/ATLAS. This object ...
In 2023, scientists found that Io, a moon of Jupiter, might have tiny life forms hiding in its underground tunnels. This moon is known for its extreme conditions, with hundreds of active volcanoes and surface temperatures that can melt lead. Despite these harsh conditions, researchers believe that life could exist in the protected areas beneath the surface, where hea...
Dark matter remains one of the universe's biggest mysteries. It's invisible, yet scientists believe it makes up a huge part of galaxies. The idea is that to make sense of what we see in space, there must be a lot of unseen matter out there. We know it's there because of its gravitational pull, but seeing it directly has been a challenge. Recently, a Japanese scienti...
Savannah, Georgia, has been home to some truly remarkable people. From actors to athletes, musicians to politicians, the city has produced a diverse range of famous figures. Some of these individuals have made Savannah proud, while others have had more controversial careers. Take, for example, the talented actress Diana Agron. Born in Savannah, she rose to fame as Q...
The Miss Universe pageant, held in Bangkok last week, saw Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch Fernández take home the crown. However, the event was marred by several incidents, with one contestant's accident standing out. Gabrielle Henry, representing Jamaica, took a tumble during a preliminary event. She was strutting down the runway in a shimmering orange dress when she slip...
Dragon Ball GT took big risks and introduced cool new ideas to the series. It explored the whole universe and even showed off a new Super Saiyan form. But there was one big mistake that still bugs fans today. The show introduced Pan, Goku's granddaughter, as a main character. She went on adventures with Goku and Trunks and proved she was just as brave and strong as t...