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Blown Away by Jules Verne's Space Cannon G ForcesBlown Away by Jules Verne's Space Cannon G Forces

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:36:43 EST

To celebrate Jules Verne's birthday, take a look at his science fiction method for blasting astronauts to the moon. Realistic? No. Inspiring? Yes.To celebrate Jules Verne's birthday, take a look at his science fiction method for blasting astronauts to the moon. Realistic? No. Inspiring? Yes.

Large Meteorite Likely Found in Druid Burial SiteLarge Meteorite Likely Found in Druid Burial Site

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:00 EST

Britain's largest space rock -- excavated 200 years ago by an archaeological dig -- was also preserved by the Ice Age.Britain's largest space rock -- excavated 200 years ago by an archaeological dig -- was also preserved by the Ice Age.

Alien Technology Found on Mars -- Ours!Alien Technology Found on Mars -- Ours!

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:33:08 EST

Look! Down on the ground. See that small speck at the lower left corner on this picture of Mars? It's alien technology...Look! Down on the ground. See that small speck at the lower left corner on this picture of Mars? It's alien technology...

Hungry Black Hole Snacking on Asteroids?Hungry Black Hole Snacking on Asteroids?

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:06:00 EST

A massive swarm of asteroids may be getting swallowed by the black hole.A massive swarm of asteroids may be getting swallowed by the black hole.

'Real-Time' Space Station Flight Up The East Coast: Video'Real-Time' Space Station Flight Up The East Coast: Video

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:26:00 EST

A time-lapse video from the ISS takes us on a night tour of the Gulf of Mexico and the US East Coast... in near real-time!A time-lapse video from the ISS takes us on a night tour of the Gulf of Mexico and the US East Coast... in near real-time!

Perpetrator of Galactic Hit-and-Run FoundPerpetrator of Galactic Hit-and-Run Found

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:42:45 EST

Scientists have discovered why an irregularly shaped and hydrogen-shrouded starburst galaxy looks so weird.Scientists have discovered why an irregularly shaped and hydrogen-shrouded starburst galaxy looks so weird.

Cancer Claims Five-Time Shuttle AstronautCancer Claims Five-Time Shuttle Astronaut

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:38:11 EST

Former astronaut Janice Voss, one of only six women to make five forays into space, died Monday in Scottsdale, Ariz.Former astronaut Janice Voss, one of only six women to make five forays into space, died Monday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

NASA Puts Out Call for Space TaxisNASA Puts Out Call for Space Taxis

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:26:05 EST

The U.S. investment in commercial space taxis will soon double.The U.S. investment in commercial space taxis will soon double.

Our Planet, Tangled in Magnetic SpaghettiOur Planet, Tangled in Magnetic Spaghetti

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:40:54 EST

OK, so it's not real spaghetti -- it's a computer visualization of the complex magnetic field that creates Earth's magnetosphere -- but it sure looks tangled.OK, so it's not real spaghetti -- it's a computer visualization of the complex magnetic field that creates Earth's magnetosphere -- but it sure looks tangled.

Daredevil to Plunge From Extreme AltitudeDaredevil to Plunge From Extreme Altitude

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:58:00 EST

Daredevil adventurer Felix Baumgartner's plans to plunge 23 miles from the edge of space back to Earth.Daredevil adventurer Felix Baumgartner's plans to plunge 23 miles from the edge of space back to Earth.

Do Aliens Go Invisible by 'Going Green'?Do Aliens Go Invisible by 'Going Green'?

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:17:06 EST

One solution to the Fermi Paradox is that there are "green aliens" that have reached a Utopian state of being in balance with nature by not generating waste products -- and are therefore undetectable.One solution to the Fermi Paradox is that there are "green aliens" that have reached a Utopian state of being in balance with nature by not generating waste products -- and are therefore undetectable.

Programming Error Doomed Russian Mars ProbeProgramming Error Doomed Russian Mars Probe

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:25:18 EST

A computer programming error doomed Russia's Phobos-Grunt Mars spacecraft, a government board investigating the accident has determined.A computer programming error doomed Russia's Phobos-Grunt Mars spacecraft, a government board investigating the accident has determined.

Today in History: Shepherd Golfs on the MoonToday in History: Shepherd Golfs on the Moon

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:21:51 EST

Tiger Woods may rule the golf course here on Earth, but when it comes to extraterrestrial golfing, Alan Shepard reigns supreme.Tiger Woods may rule the golf course here on Earth, but when it comes to extraterrestrial golfing, Alan Shepard reigns supreme.

Project Icarus: The Interstellar Communication ProblemProject Icarus: The Interstellar Communication Problem

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:42:00 EST

Guest contributor Pat Galea discusses how a starship may transmit signals across the light-years between the stars.Guest contributor Pat Galea discusses how a starship may transmit signals across the light-years between the stars.

Project Icarus: Reaching for Interstellar SpaceProject Icarus: Reaching for Interstellar Space

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:00:00 EST

What would a mission to the stars look like?What would a mission to the stars look like?

Martian 'Avalanche' Caught on Camera: Big PicMartian 'Avalanche' Caught on Camera: Big Pic

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:46:00 EST

Thawing ice on Martian polar cliffs can create avalanches of frost... and the HiRISE camera catches one in action!Thawing ice on Martian polar cliffs can create avalanches of frost... and the HiRISE camera catches one in action!

Has NASA Scuppered Europe-led ExoMars Mission?Has NASA Scuppered Europe-led ExoMars Mission?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:36:33 EST

NASA's concerns for the future financial landscape may end Europe's Martian dreams.NASA's concerns for the future financial landscape may end Europe's Martian dreams.

Watching a Moonset... from Space: VideoWatching a Moonset... from Space: Video

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:59:00 EST

Expedition 30 astronauts recorded a dramatic time-lapse of the Moon as it set behind Earth's atmosphere.Expedition 30 astronauts recorded a dramatic time-lapse of the Moon as it set behind Earth's atmosphere.

A Portrait of Saturn's Hazy Moon Titan: Big PicA Portrait of Saturn's Hazy Moon Titan: Big Pic

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:04:00 EST

On Jan. 30, the Cassini spacecraft executed a flyby maneuver of Saturn's biggest moon. This was the view from 20,000 miles away.On Jan. 30, the Cassini spacecraft executed a flyby maneuver of Saturn's biggest moon. This was the view from 20,000 miles away.

Iran Launches Another SatelliteIran Launches Another Satellite

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:22:00 EST

The Navid observation satellite is expected to stay in orbit for 18-months, heightening tensions with western countries.The Navid observation satellite is expected to stay in orbit for 18-months, heightening tensions with western countries.

A Sublime Springtime for Martian Dunes: Big PicA Sublime Springtime for Martian Dunes: Big Pic

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:45:00 EST

When northern spring warms subsurface ice on Mars, dry ice eruptions paint the red dunes black.When northern spring warms subsurface ice on Mars, dry ice eruptions paint the red dunes black.

Is That a Crashed Flying Saucer on the Seabed?Is That a Crashed Flying Saucer on the Seabed?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:24:18 EST

Linking a murky unknown circular artifact on the ocean floor to alien visitors is leap of faith wider than jumping the Grand Canyon.Linking a murky unknown circular artifact on the ocean floor to alien visitors is leap of faith wider than jumping the Grand Canyon.

New Alien Planet Ripe for Life?New Alien Planet Ripe for Life?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:16:00 EST

A potentially habitable alien planet that orbits a triple-star system is perfectly positioned for liquid water -- and possibly life.A potentially habitable alien planet that orbits a triple-star system is perfectly positioned for liquid water -- and possibly life.

Space: Massive Northern and Southern Lights ExplainedSpace: Massive Northern and Southern Lights Explained

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:00:00 EST

Thanks to the largest solar radiation storm since 2003, beautiful aurorae have been popping up across the globe. Martin Berman talks to Discovery News Space Producer Ian O'Neill to understand how the aurora borealis and australis are created.Thanks to the largest solar radiation storm since 2003, beautiful aurorae have been popping up across the globe. Martin Berman talks to Discovery News Space Producer Ian O'Neill to understand how the aurora borealis and australis are created.

SpaceX Test Fires Awesome New RocketSpaceX Test Fires Awesome New Rocket

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:58:38 EST

The private spaceflight company has test fired a new rocket that will be used to rescue launching astronauts during an emergency and propulsively land on planetary bodies.The private spaceflight company has test fired a new rocket that will be used to rescue launching astronauts during an emergency and propulsively land on planetary bodies.

We're Living in a Space CloudWe're Living in a Space Cloud

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:14:00 EST

Our solar system is traveling slowly through an interstellar cloud of gases.Our solar system is traveling slowly through an interstellar cloud of gases.

Karl Jansky and the Very Large ArrayKarl Jansky and the Very Large Array

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:40:07 EST

The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array in New Mexico is one of the most recognizable radio telescopes in the world. But who is its namesake?The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array in New Mexico is one of the most recognizable radio telescopes in the world. But who is its namesake?

Shuttle Columbia Crew RememberedShuttle Columbia Crew Remembered

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:01:11 EST

It's nine years since Columbia fell from the sky, ending the lives of Kalpana Chawla, Rick Husband, Laurel Clark, Ilan Ramon, David Brown, William McCool and Michael Anderson.It's nine years since Columbia fell from the sky, ending the lives of Kalpana Chawla, Rick Husband, Laurel Clark, Ilan Ramon, David Brown, William McCool and Michael Anderson.

Cosmic Rays Probably Killed Russian Mars ProbeCosmic Rays Probably Killed Russian Mars Probe

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:54:58 EST

Forget the conspiracy theories, it was actually the universe that conspired against Phobos-Grunt, knocking out its onboard electronics with high-energy particles.Forget the conspiracy theories, it was actually the universe that conspired against Phobos-Grunt, knocking out its onboard electronics with high-energy particles.

How Can a Planet Fit in a Drop of Water?: Big PicHow Can a Planet Fit in a Drop of Water?: Big Pic

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:56:00 EST

Drops Of Jupiter: Using high-speed photography, Markus Reugels captures a variety of celestial wonders inside a water droplet.Drops Of Jupiter: Using high-speed photography, Markus Reugels captures a variety of celestial wonders inside a water droplet.

When Astronomy Made a Town Go DarkWhen Astronomy Made a Town Go Dark

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Mark Thompson describes the moment when he was in charge of dimming the lights of a whole town in the name of astronomy.Mark Thompson describes the moment when he was in charge of dimming the lights of a whole town in the name of astronomy.

Mars-bound Rover Feels Wrath of Sun's RadiationMars-bound Rover Feels Wrath of Sun's Radiation

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:52:26 EST

Last week, as the sun crackled with flare activity and launched a succession of coronal mass ejections (CMEs), it wasn't only Earth that felt the sun's wrath.Last week, as the sun crackled with flare activity and launched a succession of coronal mass ejections (CMEs), it wasn't only Earth that felt the sun's wrath.

What's Taking E.T. So Long to Find Us?What's Taking E.T. So Long to Find Us?

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:40:00 EST

E.T. would have had plenty of time to reach us by now. Are we just being ignored?E.T. would have had plenty of time to reach us by now. Are we just being ignored?

What If The Apollo Program Never Happened?What If The Apollo Program Never Happened?

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:31:53 EST

If there were no Apollo crash program to beat the Soviets to the moon, would still be planning to go there eventually?If there were no Apollo crash program to beat the Soviets to the moon, would still be planning to go there eventually?

Declassified US Spy Satellites Land in OhioDeclassified US Spy Satellites Land in Ohio

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:15:00 EST

The trio of Cold War-era satellites were among the most prolific U.S. spy systems between the 1960s and 1980s.The trio of Cold War-era satellites were among the most prolific U.S. spy systems between the 1960s and 1980s.

Last Man on Moon, Space Leaders Back RomneyLast Man on Moon, Space Leaders Back Romney

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:13:00 EST

The space men say Romney's approach to space policy will produce results.The space men say Romney's approach to space policy will produce results.

NASA Marks Solemn Day of RemembranceNASA Marks Solemn Day of Remembrance

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:55:30 EST

NASA marked a trio of space tragedies with ceremonies on Thursday and Friday, commemorating the astronauts who lost their lives in accidents.NASA marked a trio of space tragedies with ceremonies on Thursday and Friday, commemorating the astronauts who lost their lives in accidents.

Psychics on the Moon and Incoming Sun SpitPsychics on the Moon and Incoming Sun Spit

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:52:39 EST

This Week in Discovery News we've got psychics on the moon and the sun is spitting radiation right at us!This Week in Discovery News we've got psychics on the moon and the sun is spitting radiation right at us!

Hunting Pluto's Dangerous RingsHunting Pluto's Dangerous Rings

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:46:16 EST

If there is a ring system, it could spell doom for the speedy New Horizons probe when it flies by in 2015.If there is a ring system, it could spell doom for the speedy New Horizons probe when it flies by in 2015.

Cold Plasma Layer Detected High Above EarthCold Plasma Layer Detected High Above Earth

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST

Cold, electrically charged particles have long been suspected to exist tens of thousands of miles above the Earth's surface, and now satellites have detected such ions there for the first time.Cold, electrically charged particles have long been suspected to exist tens of thousands of miles above the Earth's surface, and now satellites have detected such ions there for the first time.

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