Imagine going on a cosmic treasure hunt for planets similar to our own. NASA's New Worlds Observer (NWO) mission is an exciting step in this direction. This mission involves a 4-meter space telescope and a 50-meter starshade placed at a stable point between Earth and the Sun, known as L2. The goal?
Imagine this: a plane full of passengers and pets, heading from Lisbon to the beautiful Sao Miguel Island. Among the passengers were some unexpected travelers – over 130 hamsters, along with a few ferrets and caged birds. They were on their way to a new home at a pet store. But these little critters
"Family Guy", the animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane, is famous for its wild humor and pop culture jabs. It often targets real-life celebrities, including actors and performers. One example is how the show portrays William Shatner, exaggerating his acting style for laughs. Adrien Brody, kno
What if you could see worlds far away, beyond our own solar system? That's what the Kepler Space Telescope has done, finding over 2, 000 new planets, or exoplanets. Dr. Jason Steffen, a physics professor from UNLV, was on episode 137 of This Week In Space to talk about Kepler's mission. Launched in
You've probably heard that different countries have different impacts on the environment. But figuring out who's really to blame can be tough. Scientists looked at how people from 168 countries spend their money and found something surprising. Around half to nearly all of the planet's environmental
Ever since 2016, NASA's Juno spacecraft has been orbiting Jupiter, capturing stunning images of the planet and its moons. But get ready for a fresh look! On October 23, Juno made its closest approach to Jupiter, and the new photos are breathtaking. We're talking vibrant colors and shapes that look l
A business jet taking off from Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona, struck a car outside the airport's grounds on Tuesday afternoon, leading to a devastating fire. The incident, which occurred around 4:40 PM, involved a Honda HA-420 jet. Initial reports indicate that five individuals lost their li
If today is your birthday, get ready for a year in the spotlight! You could become a star if you use your talents, but only if you're comfortable with fame. It's your call. Aries, Mars is boosting your ambitions this week. Time to get stuff done! Taurus, let go of fears and try something new. Then,
Comedian John Mulaney took the stage on "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) with a stacked lineup, including a special appearance by Vice President Kamala Harris in the cold open. Harris mirrored Maya Rudolph's impersonation of her, adding a humorous twist to the political scene. Musical guest Chappell Roan
Spirit Airlines’ stock prices have skyrocketed by over 15% following the announcement of significant cost-cutting measures. These measures include the sale of 23 older Airbus aircraft, expected to generate a whopping $519 million. Additionally, the budget airline plans to slash jobs to save around $
