NASA and Boeing are assessing the Starliner’s propulsion system and have completed ground tests, including a reaction control system thruster test at White Sands, revealing degraded performance. Further docked hot fire tests are planned to check thruster and helium leaks. An agency-level review will follow to finalize the return...

Stuck in Space? NASA Outlines Updated Return Plans for Boeing Starliner

The Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower, peaking on July 28, offers a more subdued spectacle compared to the brighter Perseids. Ideal for viewers in the Southern Hemisphere, the shower is best observed in the darkest skies, with potential sightings of 2-5 meteors per hour. These meteors, thought to originate from Comet 96P/Machholz, are distinguishable by their radiant in the constellation of Aquarius.

Don’t Miss the Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower Light Up the Night Sky

The NASA TESS-Keck Survey provides details on the mass and density of 126 planets. Although thousands of planets have been discovered orbiting other stars, our understanding of them remains limited. A NASA catalog featuring 126 newly discovered exotic worlds provides detailed measurements, enabling comparisons with our own solar system. The...

International Planet Hunters Discover Dozens of Strange New Worlds

NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory recorded a significant X1.5 solar flare on July 28, 2024. On July 28, 2024, the Sun released a strong X1.5 class solar flare, observed by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory. It reached its peak at 10:37 p.m. EDT. This category of solar flare, known for being the most intense, can significantly disrupt radio communications, navigation signals, and electric power grids, and poses risks to space operations involving spacecraft and astronauts.

NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory Chronicles Major Flare Event

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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Horoscope for Tuesday, July 30th

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Upside Foods, a leading player in the cultivated meat industry, has announced significant staffing adjustments as it navigates challenges within the sector. The company, known for its innovative approach to producing meat from cell cultures, cited the need to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions.

A Leading Food Company Announces a Significant Wave of Layoffs

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The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Rocks and fossils found in Angola by an SMU-led research team offer an unparalleled view of the formation of the South Atlantic Ocean, illustrating the split of South America and Africa that began about 140 million years ago. A research team led by Southern Methodist University (SMU) has discovered that...

Unparalleled Insight – Ancient Fossil Discovery Shows How South America and Africa Drifted Apart

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Cornell University research reveals avian influenza’s mammal-to-mammal transmission in the U.S., involving dairy cattle, cats, and a raccoon, raising concerns about possible mutations and human transmission. A recent study by Cornell University reveals that avian influenza has spilled over from birds to dairy cattle across multiple U.S. states, resulting...

H5N1 Avian Flu Now Infecting Cows, Cats, and Raccoons: What You Need To Know

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If you ever seek quality advisors for your career, relationship, finances, or other personal affairs, there are certain zodiac signs that you should look for. Such signs are thoughtful, logical, selfless, and willing to listen to the plight of other people. Going by their inherent personality traits, they tend to offer the best guidance.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Best Advisors

These invasive, blood-sucking fish “may hold the key to understanding where we came from.”. One of only two jawless vertebrates, sea lampreys, which are causing significant damage to Midwestern fisheries, are also aiding scientists in understanding the origins of two crucial stem cells that played a key role in the evolution of vertebrates.

New Study: These Bizarre Blood-Sucking Fish Have a “Jaw-Dropping” Evolutionary Origin

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In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

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In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

Hundreds of wildland fires lofted sky-dulling smoke over Canada and the United States. In July 2024, wildfires in Canada were exacerbated by extreme heat, winds, and thunderstorms, leading to 989 active fires, primarily in British Columbia and Alberta. NASA’s GEOS-FP model tracked the spread of black carbon particles, showing extensive smoke movement across North America. High winds, record temperatures, and lightning strikes created optimal conditions for these wildfires, causing new fires and evacuations, especially in Jasper National Park. Pyrocumulonimbus clouds further spread smoke high into the atmosphere, worsening air quality in multiple U.S. states.

Smoke from Hundreds of Wildfires Darkens Skies Over Canada and the U.S.

Methane, the second most important greenhouse gas, has been neglected—but now scientists lay out a new plan and a new tool to cut emissions down to size. Researchers stress the importance of swiftly reducing methane emissions to address climate change, suggesting a mix of regulatory and economic strategies alongside public action to curb emissions from multiple sources.

Why Methane Might Be the Key to Beating Climate Change

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Webb Uncovers Unexpected Phenomena Above Jupiter’s Great Red Spot

Using the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists observed the region above Jupiter’s iconic Great Red Spot to discover a range of previously unseen features. The region,...

Webb Uncovers Unexpected Phenomena Above Jupiter’s Great Red Spot

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