Bullet Cluster: Proof of Dark Matter’s Existence After 20 Years
The 2006 Bullet Cluster study revealed dark matter by showing gravitational mass separated from ordinary gas with 8 sigma certainty. Here’s why it still matters.
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Hidden Dark Force May Slow Cosmic Structure Growth, Not Speed It Up
Dark matter may not be a cosmic loner. New theoretical models suggest a hidden dark force could slow the growth of galaxies and clusters, challenging standard cosmology and the S8 tension.
After 20-Year Hunt, Scientists Pinpoint Radio Signals to a ‘Vampire Star’
After a 20-year search, astronomers have traced mysterious radio pulses to a ‘vampire’ white dwarf draining its companion star. The discovery rewrites stellar death.
Blue Origin CEO Vows Return to Flight Before Year’s End
Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp announces New Shepard will fly again before 2026, ending a year-long hiatus. What it means for space tourism and the suborbital market.
Astronaut Captures Stunning Views of Mount Etna and Vesuvius from ISS
NASA astronaut aboard ISS captures stunning photos of Mount Etna and Mount Vesuvius from orbit. See the images and learn what scientists are learning from them.
New Glenn Rocket Explodes in Devastating Test Failure
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded during a pre-launch test at Cape Canaveral, raising questions about the company’s ambitious timeline and the future of heavy-lift commercial rockets.
The Vera Rubin Telescope Begins Its Epic 10-Year Survey of the Cosmos
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory begins its 10-year survey of the southern sky, promising unprecedented discoveries in asteroids, dark matter, and supernovae. All data will be public.
Two Humpback Whales Just Smashed Migration Records—And Scientists Are Baffled
Two humpback whales stunned scientists by swimming from Brazil to Australia—a record-breaking 13,000 km journey. Here’s why it matters for conservation.
Meteor Explodes Over Boston: A Fiery Reminder from Space
A meteor exploded over Boston on March 12, 2025, releasing 0.8 kilotons of energy. Scientists analyze the bolide’s composition and implications for planetary defense.
How We See Color: Scientists Crack 50-Year Mystery at Atomic Level
Scientists reveal the atomic structures of human cone opsins, solving a 50-year mystery of color vision. The breakthrough explains how we see red, green, and blue, with implications for treating color blindness.
The Brain on Heat: How Rising Temperatures Reshape Mental Health
Rising temperatures are reshaping mental health, from heat-altered brain chemistry to climate anxiety. Learn the science, risks, and what you can do.
How Indigenous Fruit Trees Are Restoring Africa’s Landscapes
How African nations are using native fruit- and nut-bearing trees to restore degraded land, improve diets, and fight poverty — with over $1 billion in pledges backing the shift.