To the Moon and back: modern lunar exploration
Japan, whose unmanned "sniper" probe will attempt a lunar landing on Saturday, is one of many countries and private companies launching new missions to the moon......»»
Could resources on Mars support human explorers?
In the coming decades, multiple space agencies and private companies plan to establish outposts on the moon and Mars. These outposts will allow for long-duration stays, astrobiological research, and facilitate future solar system exploration. However.....»»
Juice"s lunar-Earth flyby: All you need to know
ESA's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) will return to Earth on 19–20 August, with flight controllers guiding the spacecraft first past the moon and then past Earth itself. This "braking" maneuver will take Juice on a shortcut to Jupiter via Venus.....»»
Physicists observe excited states in lanthanum-120
For the first time, physicists have observed excited states in the very neutron-deficient odd-odd nucleus, lanthanum-120. The study, published in Physics Letters B, was conducted by researchers from the Institute of Modern Physics (IMP) of the Chines.....»»
Like Fly Me to the Moon? Then watch these 3 great movies now
If you loved Scarlett Johansson's latest rom-com, Fly Me to the Moon, then make sure to watch these three movies that share similar themes and tones......»»
Fly Me to the Moon review: charming, bubbly fun
Scarlett Johansson brings her full star power to the sparkly, crowd-pleasing new screwball space movie, Fly Me to the Moon......»»
NASA’s flagship mission to Europa has a problem: Vulnerability to radiation
"What keeps me awake right now is the uncertainty." Enlarge / An artist's illustration of the Europa Clipper spacecraft during a flyby close to Jupiter's icy moon. (credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech) The launch date for the Europ.....»»
Much of Neanderthal genetic diversity came from modern humans
Neanderthals' low diversity means their population was even smaller than we thought. Enlarge (credit: Halamka) The basic outline of the interactions between modern humans and Neanderthals is now well established. The two.....»»
Exploring three-dimensional quantum Griffiths singularity in bulk unconventional iron-based superconductors
Exploration of exotic quantum phase transitions has always been a focus in condensed matter physics. Critical phenomena in a phase transition are entirely determined by the universality class, which is controlled by the spatial and/or order-parameter.....»»
How to make an old antibiotic 100 times more potent
Nathaniel Martin, Professor of biological chemistry, wondered what would happen if you took an antibiotic that has been known for 70 years and tried to improve it with the latest tools of modern chemistry. Turns out it can become up to a hundred time.....»»
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is reportedly coming to Xbox Game Pass
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is reportedly launching on Xbox Game Pass soon......»»
Valuable insights for making the right cybersecurity decisions
This article compiles excerpts from various reports, presenting statistics and insights that could be helpful for CISOs. CISOs becoming more comfortable with risk levels Netskope | The Modern CISO: Bringing Balance | June 2024 Contradicting.....»»
Researchers synchronize Napoleonic maps with modern ones
Hungary is a main provider in the publication of synchronized, or in other terms, georeferenced maps of the Napoleonic era. As a result of new research, Hungarian and German researchers have synchronized maps produced during the Napoleonic wars about.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro could finally get true fast charging speeds
Apple might finally bring iPhone 16 Pro charging speeds to modern days. After years of 20W maximum charging power, ITHome reports that Apple wants to … The post iPhone 16 Pro could finally get true fast charging speeds appeared first on BGR......»»
The first Apple TV+ summer blockbuster, Brad Pitt’s Formula 1 film, is titled ’F1’
Ever since getting into original film production, Apple’s focus with Apple TV+ has been set on award-contending titles. Oscar bait like Killers of the Flower Moon, CODA, Napoleon, and its new best-reviewed movie yet. But for years, the company h.....»»
Gurman: Table-top robot will be Apple’s first home device with Apple Intelligence features
When Apple Intelligence launches later this year, it will be exclusive to these iPhones, Macs, and iPads. Even features like the new Siri won’t be coming to modern products like the HomePod, Watch, or Vision Pro. The upgraded Siri’s absence fr.....»»
Revolutionize development with MacStadium’s beautiful Apple-based platforms ($999 special offer)
When it comes to digital innovation, design and functionality should be developed together from the start. MacStadium has fused aesthetics with utility, integrating Apple’s signature design ethos with the robust functionality of modern data centers.....»»
Using microwave sintering to produce "space brick" for a future moon base
The recent discovery of energy resources on the moon, such as water ice, has refocused interest on its potential as a sustainable hub for space exploration. NASA has also announced the Artemis mission, aiming for long-term human presence on the lunar.....»»
Gateway: The first lunar space station
An interplay of light and shadows cast the docking ports for Gateway, humanity's first space station around the moon, into sharp relief......»»
Auroras caused by head-on blows to Earth"s magnetic field could damage critical infrastructure, scientists say
Auroras have inspired myths and portents for millennia—but only now, with modern technology dependent on electricity, are we appreciating their true power. The same forces which cause auroras also cause currents that can damage infrastructure which.....»»
Star Wars Outlaws’ open world looks less overwhelming than other Ubisoft games
Massive Entertainment has revealed more about how it handles exploration in Star Wars Outlaws, and it might fix issues Ubisoft had with other titles......»»