Doctor Who star Jill Curzon dies aged 87 She starred in the film Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 AD opposite Peter Cushing. Evening Standard · May 15
Auroras over Australia look like sci-fi from space | Space photo of the day for May 15, 2026 An astronaut aboard the ISS captured the brilliant green and pink glow. Space · May 15
Declassified FBI Files Reveal Aliens View Human Race As 'Lowest Form' Of Universal Life Declassified FBI files detail 1950s claims that aliens viewed humans as the lowest life form, revealing how US agents investigated extraordinary reports without confirming them. International Business Times UK · May 15
World leader in Earth observation made in Europe: Small satellites from Finland see everything EU governments are eager to work with ICEYE. The Finnish space company sells mini satellites that help allied nations safeguard their sovereignty. That’s because when it comes to Earth observation and military reconnaissance, the high-resolution radar eyes in space are second to none. Euronews · May 15
Antarctica’s sudden sea ice loss is one of the most extreme and confusing events in the modern climate record. Scientists now know why it's happening. In 2015, after decades of relative stability, Antarctica's sea ice suddenly began to disappear. Sea ice extent reached a record low in 2023, and scientists have now figured out what happened in that period. LiveScience · May 15
10 Deadliest Creatures Hidden Inside Ordinary Homes Most people think of danger as something that exists far away in jungles, oceans, deserts, or isolated wilderness. Yet some of the world’s most dangerous creatures quietly live much closer than humans realize. Hidden in attics, basements, mattresses, drains, garages, shoes, kitchens, and dark corners, certain animals and insects inside… Times Pets · May 15
NASA's Psyche spacecraft to race past Mars in hunt for clues about how Earth was formed The crucial manoeuvre scheduled for Friday will use the gravity of Mars to shift Psyche onto the right path, a faster and cheaper method NASA scientists say could help unlock clues about the birth of Earth. Euronews · May 15
Don Juan Pond: Antarctica's salty, syrupy lake that never freezes, even when it's minus 58 F Don Juan Pond is a mysterious lake in Antarctica that contains so much calcium chloride, it doesn't freeze in subzero temperatures. LiveScience · May 15
China still drags its feet on rare earths sometimes, says US Trade Representative Rare earth exports from China to the United States are showing improvement. However, some shipments still face delays in approval from Beijing. US officials are actively engaging with their Chinese counterparts to resolve these issues. This comes after China introduced export controls in April 2025. Despite a deal last October,… The Economic Times · May 15
Spire Global Q1 Earnings Call Highlights Spire Global (NYSE:SPIR) reported first-quarter 2026 results that exceeded its own guidance for revenue and adjusted EBITDA, while management reiterated its full-year outlook and said the company’s growth plan remains weighted toward the second half of the year. Chief Executive Officer Theresa Cond MarketBeat · May 15
'I heard gasps' and 'oh my God': Artemis II astronauts reveal inside story of their mind-bending solar eclipse In their first visit to Canada since returning to Earth, the Artemis II astronauts opened up about the moments that blew their minds — and brought them to tears. LiveScience · May 15
What If Narasimha Avatar Had Entered the Mahabharata War? The Mahabharata is often remembered as the greatest war in Hindu tradition, a cosmic battle where dharma and adharma collided on the sacred land of Kurukshetra. The battlefield witnessed legendary warriors, divine weapons, and the direct presence of Lord Krishna himself. Yet among devotees of Lord Vishnu, one fascinating question… Times Life · May 15
Dua Saleh: Of Earth and Wires review – ambitious confrontation of global catastrophe is surprisingly cautious While the first track is a scorching mix of poetry, rap, falsetto vocals and acoustic guitar, elsewhere the Sudanese-American’s second album feels a little underbaked The Guardian - UK · May 15
Why Shiva’s One Statement Changed The Entire World is this good or not Most people think food is just a daily necessity. Something we eat quickly while scrolling phones, watching TV, or rushing through life. But ancient Hindu wisdom saw food very differently. It was never called ordinary. It was called sacred. There is a powerful story hidden inside the relationship of Lord… MyLifeXP · May 15
International Business Times UK · May 15 UFO Expert Criticizes Pentagon Files, Explains Why Alien Sightings Are Questionable UFO expert Dr Greg Seab questions the evidence in newly released Pentagon UFO files but believes there is life beyond Earth.
The Economic Times · May 15 Korean chipmakers face critical trade-offs over China exports post Trump-Xi talks Korea's chip industry faces a dilemma as US-China talks on tech exports and rare earths unfold. While potential sales in China beckon, manufacturers worry about aiding rivals' advancement, especially concerning critical EUV lithography equipment. Easing tensions could boost Korean exports, but advanced tech access remains a key concern.
The Guardian - UK · May 15 ‘Floats above the landscape’: the architect whose designs touch the earth lightly Glenn Murcutt pioneered architecture that was sensitive to its environment, and accommodating to changing temperatures and wildlife
The Times of India · May 14 The 7 longest mountain ranges ranked: Why the true giant is hidden underwater Earth's longest mountain range is not on land but beneath the ocean. The Mid-Ocean Ridge System stretches an incredible 65,000 kilometers, far surpassing any terrestrial range. This vast underwater chain is formed by tectonic plate movement. While unseen, it is a dynamic geological feature shaping our planet. Famous ranges like…
The Economic Times · May 14 History's most famous Halley's comet may need a new name, and the real discoverer was a monk nobody ever heard of Halley’s Comet naming controversy is reshaping astronomy history after new medieval research revealed a forgotten discovery from nearly 1,000 years ago. Researchers from Leiden University say English monk Eilmer of Malmesbury may have recognized Halley’s Comet as a repeating object centuries before Edmond Halley made his famous calculations. Historical records…
Space · May 14 SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket will do something completely new on Flight 12 — take a good look at itself SpaceX's advanced new "V3" Starship megarocket is set to fly for the first time ever next week. The debut will feature some in-space action never seen before on a Starship mission.
Latin Times · May 14 Rubio Highlights Cuba's Economic Potential as Cuba Confirms It Has 'Absolutely Nothing' Left in Fuel Reserves "They have significant mineral deposits in Cuba, some of the best rare earth minerals in the world," said Rubio, while also praising the island's tourism and farmland
LiveScience · May 14 'There are 4 people in those pixels': Earth-based telescope snapped Artemis II crew orbiting the moon A blurry new photo captured by the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia shows Artemis II's Orion capsule circling the moon more than 200,000 miles away, making it a candidate for the longest-distance image of humans ever taken from Earth.
Space · May 14 What should you do if you meet an alien? Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a scientific perspective in 'Take Me To Your Leader' (interview) In a world easily startled by sensationalism, Tyson offers a cool, gentle voice of reason amid the unchecked fascination with alien visitation.
Space · May 14 The world's biggest rocket: How SpaceX's new Starship 'V3' differs from its predecessors How does SpaceX's Starship V3 stack up against its predecessors? The next-gen rocket has been completely overhauled, moving the company a step closer to a vehicle that can fly humans to the moon.
Space · May 14 Earth photobombs a satellite deploying its giant reflector | Space photo of the day for May 14, 2026 ViaSat's ViaSat-3 F2 satellite has bloomed.