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Warframe's latest update is all about space combat, constellations, and cosmic mythology

With its latest major update, Digital Extremes makes space for old mechanics and new ideas in the cosmos.

Space · Jun 17

The 10 best sci-fi TV shows of the 2000s

From 'Battlestar Galactica' and 'Lost,' to 'Fringe' and 'Invader Zim,' this all-star roster of sci-fi programming will have you revisiting all these sensational series.

Space · Jun 17

Ancient DNA rewrites plague history after deadly outbreaks found in Siberia 5,500 years ago

Scientists say the find could provide clues on how pathogens may emerge in the future

The Independent UK · Jun 17

Jesus Was an Alien Hybrid? The Bizarre Flying Saucer Religions Surging in Popularity as UFOs Go Mainstream

As UFOs and UAPs go mainstream, from the Pentagon to the Vatican, fringe 'flying saucer' religions and alien hybrid myths are quietly reshaping debates about God, demons and life beyond Earth.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

Goats are as good as dogs at following human voices to find food, study finds

Goats were able to find food by following a human voice 60 per cent of the time

The Independent UK · Jun 17

'Best. Mars. Mission. Ever.' Scientists hail MAVEN's legacy as NASA retires Red Planet orbiter

NASA's MAVEN Mars mission ended after 11 years, having revealed how the planet lost its atmosphere and served as a key communications relay for surface missions.

Space · Jun 17

The Antarctic bacterium that could be key to new cancer treatments

Antarctica’s isolation has led to highly specialised organisms, scientists say

The Independent UK · Jun 17

New study challenges view that pets help us deal with stress

Interacting more intensely does not provide more stress relief, researchers say

The Independent UK · Jun 17

Plantwatch: Russian dandelion offers solution to global rubber shortage

Scientists are returning to a wartime solution that may be more sustainable than the traditional rubber tree

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

NASA discussing bold mission to boost Swift space telescope today: Listen live

NASA will discuss an ambitious mission to boost the orbit of its Swift space telescope during a press conference today (June 17), and you can listen to it live.

Space · Jun 17