A newly identified comet that only visits our solar system every 7,000 years will be visible in the sky of the Northern Hemisphere until mid-August. Update: As predicted, Comet Neowise has swung around in its approach to earth's orbit and is now visible in the northwest evening sky. Start looking below the Big Dipper as soon as the sun sets, or gaze an hour before … [Read more...] about Gaze at Spectacular Comet NEOWISE or Wait Another 7,000 Years
Science & Technology
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Little Known Ways Your Pet is Making You Live Longer
More reason to love cats and dogs, especially. Anecdotally as humans, we already knew that factors including stress and boredom are alleviated by pets, but it doesn't end there. Studies from non-profit HABRI (Human Animal Bond Research Institute) have provided solid medical evidence that your pet is doing more than providing cuteness, entertainment, and shredded … [Read more...] about Little Known Ways Your Pet is Making You Live Longer
Lunar Eclipse Lore and Mythos
Eclipses are reminders that we live in a solar system where gigantic planets and moons swirl around each other in predictable dances.What is a Lunar Eclipse?In a partial or full lunar eclipse, our own planet casts part or all of its shadow on a moon 239,000 miles (almost 385,000 kilometers) away as the two orbs pass each other in their ancient, orbital swing … [Read more...] about Lunar Eclipse Lore and Mythos
SpaceX High Speed Internet from Starlink is Here
Update: If you signed up using your email and zip/postal code, Starlink should have emailed you requesting your service address. Your invitation code is unique, so make sure you update to include your service address for the most accurate availability update.Beta Sign Up for SpaceX Satellite Internet from StarlinkYou can sign up to find out when Starlink internet is … [Read more...] about SpaceX High Speed Internet from Starlink is Here
Gold and DNA Create Upgraded Lasers
Love your FiOS or your fiber optics? This achievement at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with nanoparticles, crystals, gold, and synthesized DNA is big news.In the not-too-distant future, science's ability to manipulate these microscopic particles will be part of the building blocks that lead to faster and better fiber optics with the right configuration of … [Read more...] about Gold and DNA Create Upgraded Lasers