NASA just hit the pause button on its Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission. The spacecraft, initially set for a spring 2025 launch, will now lift off no earlier than September. Why the delay? NASA needs more time to prep the flight systems. This isn't the first time IMAP's laun
Imagine a spacecraft flying closer to the sun than ever before! Meet the Parker Solar Probe, NASA's latest mission to unravel the mysteries of our star. This isn't just a quick hello; the probe will zoom through the sun's super-hot outer atmosphere, the corona, getting as close as 3. 8 million miles
When Jessie Tisch took over as the new Police Commissioner, she faced an immediate challenge: a high-profile shooting in Manhattan. But once the suspect was caught, Tisch turned her attention to some big changes needed within the NYPD. One of her first moves was to send 500 officers back to their r
Reducing emissions to zero is a global goal, and China is in the mix. But achieving this requires a team effort between the government and businesses. These two groups often have different interests, creating a situation where actions matter. Imagine a game where both sides have to work together to
Oral bone tissue loss is a big problem. It can happen due to conditions like osteoporosis, tooth removal, or even being overweight. Traditional fixes have issues like hurting the donor site or causing inflammation. Now, scientists are exploring new materials that mimic natural bone. One standout is
A decade ago, Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 disappeared on its way from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. With 239 people on board, it's one of the biggest mysteries in aviation history. The Malaysian government just agreed to restart the search, this time with a US company called Ocean Infinity. They'll on
Late on Friday night, a missile from Yemen found its way to Tel Aviv, Israel's bustling city. The missile touched down in the southern Jaffa area, making it a rare event given Israel's strong air defenses. Sirens alerted residents, but attempts to intercept the missile failed. The result? Over a doz
Phytoplankton, tiny ocean plants, have a daily rhythm. They produce a lot of carbohydrates and amino acids which bacteria love to eat. These nutrients have daily ups and downs, playing a big role in the ocean's nutrient cycle. Across different ocean areas, like near Antarctica and in the tropics, th
Did you know that Axiom Space is shaking things up? They've changed their plan for building their commercial space station. By sending the modules in a new order, they can start using a free-flying platform as early as 2028! That's two years ahead of their original plan. Axiom Space has a deal with
Ever heard of Ahmad al-Sharaa? He's a key figure in Syria, and believe it or not, he's just had a chat with the US. Sounds surprising, right? The reason for this meeting? The US wants to join forces with al-Sharaa to combat terrorism. This is a major change because the US once offered a $10 million
