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Unlocking the Secrets of Pulsars with SKA's Mighty Telescopes

December 20, 2025

The SKA Observatory's telescopes, SKA-Low and SKA-Mid, are set to revolutionize our understanding of the universe. These powerful tools, spread across two continents, boast incredible sensitivity and a wide range of frequencies. They can observe multiple areas of the sky simultaneously, making them

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Science's Big Wins: From Genes to Galaxies

December 16, 2025

The last 25 years have been a whirlwind of scientific progress. We've cracked the human genome, which is like having a massive instruction manual for building a person. This breakthrough has opened doors to new medical treatments and even the creation of synthetic life forms. CRISPR, a gene-editing

politics

Justice in Question: Grand Jury Rejects Charges Against New York AG

December 12, 2025

A federal grand jury in Virginia has, for the second time, declined to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on mortgage fraud allegations. This decision comes after a federal judge dismissed an earlier case due to an improper appointment of a U. S. attorney. The recent grand jury, based in

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Iran's Big Science Pitch to BRICS

December 10, 2025

Iran recently hosted a gathering of BRICS nations to talk about big science projects. This wasn't just any meeting; it was the 7th time these countries got together to discuss how to work on huge research projects together. The event took place in Tehran over three days. Iran had some big ideas to

education

A Lowell Teacher's Green Lesson

December 3, 2025

A science teacher at Lowell High School is making waves. She's not just teaching students about nature; she's getting them to roll up their sleeves and help protect it. Right now, her students are caring for baby turtles from local forests. Once they're big enough, the students will set them free. T

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A Glowing Butterfly in the Stars

November 27, 2025

A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellat

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Sun's Cool Dark Plasma: A Cosmic Dance Captured

November 26, 2025

The sun, our home star, never fails to surprise. Recently, the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter mission captured a stunning sight: a dark, arching structure of plasma, known as a solar prominence, rising from the sun's edge. This isn't just any old space photo; it's a rare glimpse into the sun'

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The Mysterious Space Ring That Wasn't What It Seemed

November 21, 2025

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, a peculiar structure has caught the eyes of astronomers. This structure, initially thought to be a stunning cosmic ring, has now been revealed to be something entirely different. Located in the constellation Cygnus, this ring, nicknamed the "Diamond Ring, " spans a

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Black Holes: The Hidden Powerhouses Behind Cosmic Rays

November 16, 2025

Black holes, those mysterious giants of the universe, have been making waves in the world of science. Recent discoveries have shown that these cosmic behemoths might be the key to understanding a long-standing puzzle: the "knee" in the cosmic ray energy spectrum. For nearly 70 years, scientists hav

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What's the Deal with Comet 3I/ATLAS?

November 11, 2025

Comet 3I/ATLAS has sparked a lot of talk, especially among celebrities and a few scientists. It’s not an alien spaceship, but some people still have questions. The comet was first spotted by the ATLAS telescope in Chile back in July. Later, an observatory in South Africa picked up radio signals from