Tag: Cosmos
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Don’t miss the Southern Taurid meteor shower peak on Nov. 4–5
Overview: What to expect from the Southern Taurid peak The Southern Taurid meteor shower is nearing its peak, with the best viewing opportunities expected overnight on November 4 into November 5. This shower is known for producing bright, long-lasting fireballs as the Earth crosses a broad swarm of debris shed by a comet in the…
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Exclusive: NASA Astronaut Feels ‘Incredible’ at Age 75. Here’s Why.
Exclusive: A 75-Year-Old NASA Astronaut Shares His Perspective Winston Elliott Scott isn’t a household name to every space enthusiast, but his career offers a window into the enduring human story of space exploration. A retired NASA astronaut and former U.S. Navy member, Scott flew missions in 1996 and 1997 on two different space shuttles, accumulating…
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China Builds High-Precision Telescope for Cosmic Exploration
Introduction to China’s High-Precision Telescope China is taking a bold step into the realm of astronomical exploration with its construction of the Xue-Shan-Muchang Telescope (XSMT). Positioned at an impressive altitude of 4,800 meters near Delingha in the Qinghai province, this submillimeter telescope aims to unveil the mysteries of the universe that are hidden from conventional…
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China’s New Telescope on the ‘Roof of the World’ to Study the Universe
Introduction to the XSMT Telescope China is set to revolutionize the field of astronomy with the construction of the Xue-Shan-Muchang Telescope (XSMT), a cutting-edge submillimeter telescope. This effort aims to deepen our understanding of the universe by exploring phenomena that traditional optical telescopes cannot grasp. Located at an elevation of 4,800 meters in the Qinghai…
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This Week in Science: Brain-Boosting Smells and Cosmic Discoveries
In the ever-evolving landscape of science, this week has brought a myriad of exciting discoveries and updates that promise to deepen our understanding of both human physiology and the cosmos. From groundbreaking research on blood pressure guidelines in the U.S. to cosmic phenomena like the brightest radio flash ever recorded, scientists are pushing the boundaries…