Is There Zero Gravity On The ISS? Here's How It Works
Photos and videos of astronauts on the ISS show them floating around, but saying there's zero gravity isn't fully accurate. Here's what's actually going on.
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Here's How NASA Plans To Deorbit The ISS
The ISS has been a symbol of research and cooperation for decades, but NASA has plans to deorbit the station in 2030, likely ending its journey in the water.
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It Took The CDC Over 30 Years To Recognize This Illness From The Gulf War - Here's Why
The Gulf War left many veterans with a plethora of unexplained, complicated symptoms, but their problems were left ignored. That is, until very recently.
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4 Cheaper Android Tablet Alternatives To The iPad In 2025
Looking for a great, cheap tablet in 2025? We look at the 4 best Android alternatives to the iPad that offer premium features without the high price tag.
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The Coral Reef Is The First Environment On Earth To Reach Climate 'Tipping Point'
In case you haven't been paying attention, it's getting hotter every year, and some environments are beginning to reach a tipping point of no return.
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What Exactly Is A Solar Flare? Here's How Scientists Classify Them
The sun is a dynamic part of our solar system, and it throws plasma and radiation out into space regularly. But not all of those events are created equal.
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NASA Is Already Building Artemis 3, So What's The Holdup With Artemis 2?
Though NASA has begun building Artemis 3, Artemis 2 hasn't left Earth. Delays have held it up, but parallel development is also just a complicated process.
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The Largest Human Project Ever Just Entered Its Final Reactor Phase
ITER -- a monumental project to demonstrate nuclear fusion on a large-scale -- is finally entering its most crucial stage. Here's everything you need to know.
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This New Engine Could Get Us To Mars In Just 30 Days
A one-way trip to the Mars usually takes you about 9 months to complete, but one team out of Russia thinks they can knock that down to 30 days.
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China Might Put Back Astronauts On The Moon Before NASA
The US was the last country to put humans on the moon's surface in 1972, but China is shaping up to edge out NASA to be the first country to return.
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What Are Soot Planets? Astronomers Say They Might Be Surprisingly Common
With water being so important to life on Earth, scientists often look for it on exoplanets. But some of those worlds might actually be covered in soot instead.
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The Dream Chaser Spaceplane Won't Be Visiting The ISS In 2026 Anymore
As space exploration trends toward commercial operations, Sierra Space's Dream Chaser mission has changed many times, and now it won't go to the ISS.
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5 Items Banned On The International Space Station
Space is dangerous, so astronauts on the ISS aren't afforded the creature comforts of home. But they make do with alternatives (or occasionally bend the rules).
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What Happened To NASA's Voyager 1 Probe?
Since the 1970s, Voyager 1 has been making groundbreaking discoveries. But its journey is far from over, and it's still setting records to this day.
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After Being Extinct For Hundreds Of Years, Scientists Are Resurrecting This Bird Species
You might think that bringing an animal back from extinction is a pipe dream, but one company is getting closer to bringing back this famous bird.
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This Ancient Aquatic Species In The US Faces Extinction Sooner Than You Think
An ancient aquatic species that's been around for 450 million years is facing extinction as a series of factors work against the longevity of the living fossil.
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This Disturbing Parasite Has Returned To The US After Nearly 60 Years
Decades ago, the U.S. eradicated this disturbing fly after it devastated livestock, but it's recently returned, bringing its potentially deadly powers with it.
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NASA's Voyager 1 Revealed A Stunning Discovery At The Edge Of Our Solar System
Voyager 1 has been exploring the cosmos for decades, but when it reached the edge of the solar system, it found something very strange and very hot.
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NASA Wants To Send AI Astronauts To Colonize Mars - Here's How
Missions to colonize Mars may not be as far away as you think, though current plans rely heavily on the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence.
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Why Artificial Intelligence Might Become Essential For Job Security
Advancements in AI have taken the world by storm in recent times, sparking fears about job loss. In reality, embracing AI is the key to protecting your career.
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The 5 Worst Things To Ever Happen On The International Space Station
For nearly two decades, the International Space Station has been crucial to space exploration, but it hasn't been all rosy. Here are some of its worst mishaps.
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5 Gadgets You Might Regret Throwing Away
Tech evolves at an astonishingly fast rate, but some tech relics still hold value. Here are some gadgets that can be repurposed and put to good use.
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Here's Where Electric Car Batteries Go After Their Lifespan Ends
Electric vehicles are quickly becoming popular for their environmental perks. Here's what happens when these massive batteries reach the end of their lives.
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Why NASA Picked An Air Force Pilot To Command Its Mars Simulation Mission
NASA's CHAPEA mission will see four volunteers living in a simulated Mars base, and leading them is an Air Force pilot, who was chosen for his unique skillset.
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Hisense TVs: Here's Who Makes Them And Where They're Manufactured
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The Perseverance Rover Spotted A Rock That May Be The Strongest Sign Of Ancient Life Yet
The idea of ancient life on Mars is a fascinating one, and the Perseverance rover might have found signs of it. But there are some caveats to that discovery.
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5 Events That Completely Changed The Earth
Earth is far from a static place. That's true in the present, but it's even more apparent when you look to the past, as Earth has changes quite a bit over time.
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