Imagine a plant like Palmer amaranth. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and has roots that spread like crazy. This unwanted plant, a relative of water hemp, is causing headaches for farmers. Why? Because it's become resistant to nine different kinds of weed killers. That's right, nine! Patrick Tranel,
Fifty-five years ago, the UK launched Skynet-1A, a military communications satellite. It stopped working after a year and a half, but it's still up there, the oldest UK spacecraft in orbit. Recently, someone moved it from its original orbit above Africa to a new spot above the Americas. No one knows
Ever dreamed of watching Mars' moon, Phobos, pass in front of the sun? Well, NASA's Perseverance rover did just that! Since landing on the red planet in 2021, the rover has been capturing stunning images of Phobos. But why is this important? Scientists are studying Phobos' orbit, which is gradually
Did you know that Mars has a moon named Phobos? This little guy has a pretty weird orbit and shape, but that's not all. Scientists have found out that Phobos is getting closer to Mars over time. They think this might be because of the planet's gravity pulling it in. Isn't that cool? This discovery h
Meet Aptos Orbital, a young startup from Silicon Valley with a big idea. They've just revealed an AI device for satellites that's set to change how we handle data in space. Today's satellites are a bit like old computers—stuck in their own worlds, struggling with limited power, and going silent for
Astronomers are excited as a new comet, Comet C/2024 S1, is set to make its appearance near Earth this week, just in time for Halloween. Discovered at the end of September, this comet will pass close to our planet on October 24. To catch a glimpse, look towards the eastern sky before sunrise. After
Are you ready to witness the brightest supermoon of 2024? If you're in Cincinnati, you're in luck! This October's full moon is extra special. It's not just any full moon, but a supermoon, the third in a row. This means the moon will appear bigger and brighter than usual. Why is it so special? W
Artur Beterbiev, a Russian boxer, is set to make history. On October 12, he'll face Dmitry Bivol in Riyadh. If he wins, he'll be the first boxer in the four-belt era to hold all light heavyweight titles. Beterbiev's power in the ring isn't just from his hard work, but also from his deep faith. Bete
In a surprising move, Sony has started selling refurbished PlayStation 5 consoles, both the standard disc drive version and the digital edition, which originally launched in 2020. These consoles are now up for grabs, providing a cheaper entry point into the PS5 generation. The disc drive PS5 is pric
Imagine you run a small business and need a simple way for clients to book appointments. The team behind the popular email client, Thunderbird, has created something that might just be what you're looking for – and it's free! Meet Thunderbird Appointment, a new web service designed by the same
