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Earth‑Like Atmosphere Found on a Distant Rocky Planet

July 18, 2026

A team of scientists has spotted the first evidence of an atmosphere on a rocky world outside our solar system that sits in a zone where liquid water could exist. The planet, called LHS 1140b, orbits a calm red dwarf star about 49 light‑years away. Researchers used the WINERED spectrograph on Chile’

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Newly Found Planet Hits the Big Picture in Space

July 17, 2026

A team of astronomers spotted a distant world that could change how we think about planets. The planet sits far from its star, orbiting a tiny red dwarf in the constellation of Serpens. Its size is about 1. 5 times that of Earth, and it orbits very close to its host star—only 0. 05 astronomica

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DNAPL Flow in Mixed Soil: How Sand and Clay Change the Game

July 16, 2026

In many underground layers, sand and clay mix in ways that create sharp boundaries. These borders affect how heavy liquids that do not dissolve in water, called DNAPLs, move underground. Scientists still struggle to explain why these liquids behave differently when they cross from one material to an

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The Rise of Harlem’s Boss and the Irish Crime Wave

July 9, 2026

Harlem’s own Bumpy Johnson, a charismatic Black gangster, rose to power in the 1960s by challenging the dominant Italian mob. The new drama portrays his clash with Vincent “Chin” Gigante, a Genovese leader who famously feigned insanity to dodge jail. The show dramatizes Johnson’s inner battle betwee

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Weekend Fun on Staten Island: Movies, Hikes and More

July 8, 2026

Staten Island is buzzing this weekend with a mix of free events that keep families and friends entertained. Start your Friday night at Historic Richmond Town where a relaxed outdoor gathering runs every week through August, offering food and live entertainment without any cost. On the same day, a bi

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Astronauts' Moon Trip Sheds Unexpected Light on the Sun

July 3, 2026

During their trip around the Moon, the Artemis II crew wasn’t just checking out lunar landscapes—they were doing solar detective work. Using a standard Nikon Z9 camera, they snapped pictures of the Sun’s atmosphere during a rare moment when the Moon blocked the Sun’s glare. This isn’t just cool spac

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Planets puffier than a marshmallow float in space

July 3, 2026

Scientists recently spotted two giant planets that weigh less than a handful of cotton candy. These planets are about as big as Jupiter but have densities so low they could float in water if a bathtub big enough existed. They circle a distant star in the Volans constellation, roughly 1, 100 light-ye

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Could Earth Outlive the Sun?

July 2, 2026

Five billion years from now, the Sun will finish its main job. Inside, its fuel will run low. It will swell up, turn red, then pulse wildly for a while before shrinking into a small glowing cinder. Most people picture this ending as a giant fireball that swallows Mercury, Venus, and Earth—turning ou

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Future of Alaska’s Science Stars Hinges on Federal Funds

July 1, 2026

Alaska’s science students often get their start in research through unexpected chances. One professor recalls learning astronomy not from fancy labs but from a small Texas college’s radio telescope project. This tool, funded by the National Science Foundation, wasn’t just a piece of equipment—it ope

health

Celebrities and health myths: When fame overshadows facts

July 1, 2026

Health advice from celebrities often spreads fast, but science doesn’t always back it up. When stars share personal stories, their words can influence millions, sometimes pushing ideas that ignore medical research. One example happened after an actor wrote about a medical test she had. After her pie