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Scientists are using gravitational wave ringdowns from black hole mergers to test Einstein's theory of general relativity and probe the fundamental nature of spacetime.
A new study using 30 years of satellite laser ranging data has confirmed a fundamental principle of general relativity with record precision, improving the previous limit by a factor of …
Researchers have created detailed visibility maps for the partial solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, using high-resolution digital elevation models to account for terrain and atmospheric refraction, showing that the …
Live Science has introduced a new platform called Live Science Pro, designed to deliver science news and features without digital distractions. The initiative is led by Editor-in-Chief Alexander McNamara, a …
Researchers have demonstrated that radio telescopes can effectively track space debris, a method once dismissed as unfeasible. The breakthrough could enhance monitoring of hazardous orbital objects and improve collision avoidance …
The world-renowned Jodrell Bank Observatory faces a severe funding crisis that could trigger an exodus of top physicists from the United Kingdom, dealing a major blow to British science and …
Dr. Suzanne Bell, an organizational psychologist leading NASA’s Behavioral Health and Performance Laboratory, wakes up without an alarm at 5 a.m. each day to focus on helping astronauts maintain peak …
An analysis of the space horror genre reveals a steep drop in major releases, with industry experts citing budget pressures, changing audience tastes, and the dominance of superhero franchises as …
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Mark Matossian, a seasoned space startup entrepreneur, has co-founded Whipsmart Ventures, a new venture capital fund targeting space and deep technology sectors, alongside a software engineer and a best-selling author.
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a new war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to engage in military action against Iran, marking the latest congressional …
NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has emerged from a yearlong hibernation to begin a new mission phase, exploring the distant Kuiper Belt and conducting unprecedented science beyond Pluto.
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan has formally asked the Justice Department to consider prosecuting former special counsel Jack Smith for alleged perjury, escalating a long-running political battle.
Planetary researchers have found the first evidence that bursts of energetic particles from the Sun could warm the lower atmosphere of Mars during massive dust storms, hinting at an unexpected …
The Trump administration announced a $5 billion initiative to apply artificial intelligence to scientific challenges across 15 federal agencies, aiming to accelerate drug discovery, understand chronic diseases, and develop advanced …
Tottenham Hotspur faces newly promoted League One side MK Dons in their first preseason friendly match, offering fans a first look at the team's preparations for the upcoming season.
Kalshi's new Midterms Hub aggregates live prediction market odds, polling averages, fundraising data, and historical results into a single dashboard, offering campaigns and voters a real-time view of House, Senate, …
A large-scale analysis reveals that many neuroscience findings cannot be replicated, raising serious concerns about the reliability of published brain research and the methods used to study the brain.
Former NFL kicker Jay Feely, endorsed by President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary for Arizona's 1st Congressional District, setting up a competitive general election race for the open seat.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Mykhailo Drapatyi will become the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi, who is praised for key operations. Formal decisions …
