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Human skull on Mars? What did NASA just discover on the red planet
NASA's Perseverance rover found a skull-shaped rock on Mars in Jezero Crater. Scientists call it Skull Hill. It is likely a 'float rock' moved by natural forces. Analysis suggests it is an igneous rock, not a meteorite. Its pitted surface tells about Martian history. This discovery adds to the ongoing search for Mars' secrets.
Horoscope Today, April 26, 2025: Emotions take the lead — Which zodiac signs should be cautious and who’s in control
Today’s horoscope suggests it is not a day for escapism but one for emotional grounding. While Venus typically governs love, art, and beauty, its meeting with Saturn shifts the tone.
Did life already exist on Mars? NASA's rover unearths ancient clues of a habitable red planet
NASA’s Curiosity rover has discovered siderite, a carbonate mineral, in Mars’ Gale Crater, offering strong evidence that the Red Planet once had a thick, carbon-rich atmosphere and liquid water—conditions favorable for life. This breakthrough reveals Mars was habitable billions of years ago, before a dramatic climate shift transformed it into the cold, dry world we see today.
NASA Curiosity Rover’s new discovery could revolutionize our understanding of Mars
NASA claims that new clues uncovered by its Curiosity rover could prove to revolutionise humanity's understanding of Mars's past. One of the prevalent theories about the 'red planet' suggests that it was once enveloped by a thick, carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere.
Is this the first proof of life beyond Earth? Scientists call it "strongest evidence yet" as they spot bio-signatures on alien planet 'K2-18 b'
Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected potential biosignatures in the atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18 b. The discovery includes gases like dimethyl sulphide (DMS) and dimethyl disulphide (DMDS), typically produced by biological processes on Earth. While not a confirmation of life, this finding marks a significant step in the search for habitable alien worlds and observational astrobiology.
April Full Moon fatigue: How the Pink Moon impacts each zodiac sign's sleep cycle
As the Pink Moon casts its influence across the zodiac, understanding how lunar energy interacts with individual signs may offer both insight and solutions.
'First send Elon Musk's mother to Mars if you want me to...': Neil deGrasse Tyson's jab at SpaceX CEO
Neil deGrasse Tyson has once again taken a jab at tech billionaire and world's richest person Elon Musk. He said that travel to Mars will be considered safe after Elon Musk's mother goes to the red planet. Elon Musk has a very strong obsession with space and with Mars. His goal is to "colonize it". Tyson has in the past clashed with Musk over his dream to set up a colony on Mars.
Christmas, voting, record spacewalks: Highlights of how NASA’s stranded astronauts Suni and Butch spent 9 months in space and what awaits them with their return?
NASA astronauts Sunita 'Suni' Williams and Barry 'Butch' Wilmore faced an unexpected 286-day stay on the ISS due to safety concerns with their intended spacecraft. They conducted extensive research, undertook spacewalks, and celebrated holidays in orbit. They returned to Earth via SpaceX's Dragon capsule, now facing rehabilitation after enduring the physical and mental toll of prolonged space travel.
Total lunar eclipse 2025 – Blood Moon date, time, visibility, and how to watch this rare celestial event
Total Lunar Eclipse 2025 will turn the Moon blood red on March 13-14, offering a spectacular celestial display visible across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia. This rare event occurs when Earth blocks sunlight, allowing only red wavelengths to reach the Moon. The total eclipse will last over an hour, with peak totality at 2:26 AM EDT. No special equipment is needed—just clear skies and a dark location. Don’t miss this breathtaking astronomical phenomenon, as the next total lunar eclipse won’t happen until September 7, 2025.
NASA's chief scientist Katherine Calvin terminated: Who is she? Check details
NASA layoffs: NASA has announced layoffs and its chief scientist Dr Katherine Calvin has also been terminated. The NASA layoffs may signal a shift away from research and toward exploration since both Trump and SpaceX founder Elon Musk support a human mission to Mars. Katherine Calvin is also a renowned climatologist who has contributed to key UN climate reports.
NASA fires chief scientist, more Trump cuts to come
NASA announced Tuesday the dismissal of its chief scientist and others to comply with orders from President Donald Trump, marking the latest in a series of administration actions undermining climate change research. Meanwhile, his administration has dismissed hundreds of employees at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the nation's other key climate agency, with more cuts expected. ia/dw
SpaceX aims for Thursday Starship test flight
Elon Musk's SpaceX is now aiming for Thursday to conduct the next test flight of its massive Starship rocket, following a last-minute cancellation on Monday.
Former CIA officer's claims of life on Mars resurface. Is Elon Musk's dream of Martian colonization closer than we think?
Former CIA officer Joe McMoneagle's claims about ancient Martian life and pyramids have sparked debate within the scientific community. His revelations raise questions about the possibility of an ancient civilization on Mars, just as Elon Musk's efforts to colonize the Red Planet gain traction.
SpaceX scrubs Starship launch at last minute—What went wrong?
SpaceX's latest test flight of its massive Starship rocket was called off at the last minute due to an unspecified issue. The mission, intended to address failures from the previous flight, remains on hold as engineers assess the problem. Starship, the world’s largest and most powerful rocket, is central to Elon Musk’s vision of deep-space exploration, including missions to Mars. While NASA awaits a version for its Artemis moon landings, SpaceX must first prove the spacecraft’s reliability through multiple test flights.
SpaceX targeting Monday for next test of Starship megarocket
Elon Musk's Starship rocket aims for its eighth orbital mission with significant upgrades, following a previous incident over the Caribbean. The test flight from SpaceX's Starbase in Texas is vital for proving the rocket's reliability and its potential role in NASA's Moon program and future Mars colonization.
US firm Firefly’s Blue Ghost lands on uncharted lunar terrain—What’s at stake?
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost moon lander is touched down on the Moon’s Mare Crisium. This is the second private company to achieve this milestone. The mission, backed by NASA’s Artemis programme, carries ten scientific payloads and aims to study lunar soil, surface temperatures, and navigation feasibility. With increasing global interest in Moon exploration, Blue Ghost’s landing represents a key step in commercial lunar missions.
Private US spaceship hours from Moon landing attempt
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 is scheduled for a lunar landing attempt near Mons Latreille, marking only the second private lunar landing if successful. This mission, part of NASA's partnership to support the Artemis program, carries ten scientific instruments and aims to capture high-resolution lunar images.
Iron mineral reason for Mars's red colour, study suggests; hints planet was once habitable
Research suggests Mars's red hue may be due to ferrihydrite, an iron oxide formed in cool water, implying past habitability. Data from Mars missions and lab simulations support this theory, which NASA's Perseverance rover will further investigate, aiming to uncover Mars's ancient climate.
Why is Mars red? This news study reveals the role of a rust-coloured dust
For a long time, scientists have wondered why Mars is red in colour. An answer has probably been found in a new study, which states that a rust-coloured dust, known as ferrihydrite, may be responsible for the planet’s red hue. This discovery also raises new questions on whether the planet once had conditions to support life.
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