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How spaceflight’s 'parastronaut program' could improve health-care practices here on Earth

By Elizabeth Howell published

ESA reserve astronaut John McFall's story inspired a study suggesting that the space community's inclusion efforts should be used in other fields, especially medicine.

Human Spaceflight
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These 2 US cities are the most vulnerable to solar storms, scientists say

By Stefanie Waldek published

Geomagnetic storm-induced blackouts may be looming.

The Sun
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Binoculars deals: The best discounts and savings 2024

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Here are all the best binoculars deals on the market with something for everyone regardless of budget, needs and experience.

Astronomy Kit
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Satellites are game changers for protecting coral reefs in a warming world

By Meredith Garofalo published

Over the years, satellites have played an important role in monitoring oceans and coral reefs all across the globe.

Climate Change
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How stars' magnetic fields could impact the chance for life on orbiting planets

By Robert Lea published

Habitability depends on more than just a planet's distance from its host star. New research looks at the impact stellar magnetism has on exoplanets.

Exoplanets
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Streaming deals: watch great sci-fi content for less 2024

By Alexander Cox last updated

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DEALS
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Former astronaut Mark Kelly on shortlist for Harris' VP pick

By Robert Z. Pearlman published

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, a former NASA astronaut, is on Vice President Kamala Harris' shortlist to be her running mate as she pursues becoming the next president of the United States.

Human Spaceflight
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SpaceX finds cause of Falcon 9 failure, eyes return to flight as soon as July 27

By Mike Wall published

SpaceX has fixed the problem that caused its Falcon 9 rocket to fail during a July 11 launch, according to the company, which is eyeing a July 27 return to flight.

Launches & Spacecraft
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NASA's Perseverance Mars rover finds possible signs of ancient Red Planet life

By Sharmila Kuthunur published

NASA's Perseverance rover stumbled upon a Mars rock. It seems to suggest evidence of ancient life on the Red Planet.

Mars
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Powerful wildfires devastating Canada captured in satellite imagery

By Meredith Garofalo published

A rapidly spreading wildfire burns through part of the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies as satellites track its growth and movement.

Climate Change
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